50 Best American Restaurants near Sussex

“I would like to give appreciation to the staff working at the Sussex location at 1pm today. I come to this location pretty often, maybe a bit too much lol and they always get everything 100% correct and have fantastic service. Today they went above and beyond. I usually order my drink with no ice and today I forgot to ask and they did it. I’m not sure if this was even intentional or not, but love them for that. If there’s any type of reward or something that even I can do to show my appreciation I would love to know! Thanks so much as always!!!!!“

“Would like to see breakfast served all day! The food was good.“

“They don't have prices on the menu for everything. It says MP which stands for Market Price. You have to ask the server what the price is, then they have to look it up to get you the answer. Seems like a waste of time to make a decision on what your going to eat. I had the fish fry which had a price and it was good.“

“Fabulous dynamic experience. Every single person working there was upbeat, pleasant, truly a joy to work with. We were greeted enthusiastically, and I felt like we were the only customers in their full diner. I enjoyed the food-tried the Elvis burger—I’ll get it again. It was a wonderful experience.“

“The food is amazing! Incredible flavors. Excellent service l. Tasty cocktails. Casual yet elegant atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“great place staff is very nice and place is very clean, i so come back again for sure.“

“Ambiance, service, and food.. all amazing! Some of the best food I have ever had. The white truffle mushroom risotto was hands down the best risotto I have ever had! The carrot cake was something out of heaven! Parkside 23, you didn’t disappoint. It’s so nice to go out and actually have a good meal and good service. Rare find! Will be back for more“

“My first experience here was great, the bartenders were friendly and fun, the food was cooked perfect and tasted just as good as it looked (I forgot to take pics and just dug right in) will definitely be back!!“

“Sarah N. was a wonderful server! She was friendly, smiling and accommodating even though the restaurant was super busy. Thank you for a wonderful dining experience!“

“Word can’t describe what amazing place this is, from menu, to food, to employment, to ownership to all should get a 5 star plus. The minute you walk through to door you feel so welcome. I was there with a group of 8 and everyone had nothing but amazing things to say. Keep being amazing!“

“Awsume smoked BBQ on menu !! Huge beer selection plenty of parking room Great music and entertainment outside“

“Wonderful atmosphere and delicious food. The wait staff was very friendly and accommodating. We will definitely be coming back and it was great place to take our grown daughter for her birthday.“

“Great food, wonderful service and very clean place. Highly recommend!!“

“12/18/25 First time back since new owners and it was fantastic! Our waitress Eva told us it was a brand new chef that cooked our steaks and they were excellent! Cooked to perfection and the tastiest filet and NY pepper/garlic strip ever! Superb 5 star service (ask for EVA!) Wonderful cozy atmosphere, and watching the turkey and deer right outside the window was amazing! Going back to try the fishfry!“

“Hot House is truly in a league of its own. From the moment you walk in, it’s clear that this place isn’t just about the food or the ambiance—it’s about an experience that’s truly elevated by their exceptional hospitality. The staff goes above and beyond in every possible way. I was blown away by how accommodating they were, anticipating my needs before I even had to ask. It’s rare to find a team so in sync, and it speaks volumes about the strong culture they’ve cultivated here. Every interaction, no matter how small, was met with genuine warmth and attentiveness. They’re not just serving customers; they’re creating lasting, meaningful connections. It’s refreshing to see a business so tuned in to the needs of its guests. Clearly, Hot House knows the importance of putting people first, and it shows in every detail. The standard they set for hospitality should be the benchmark for the industry. An absolute must-visit!“

“I live on the far south east corner of Milwaukee County, and I am always on the lookout for a great burger. I was fortunate enough to stumble upon Sweet Dreams in Hartford, I have made the drive five times since finding this hamburger stand earlier in the summer, the burgers are that good. And the best news, last time we were there we were told they are planing on being open this winter. If you’re looking for a great burger, amazing fall colors a great staff to take your order. I can’t recommend Sweet Dreams enough.“

“Liena was an amazing server and gave genuine reviews of our questions regarding multiple menu items. She had an awesome energy from start to finish and was super accommodating to all our request. Would definitely request her as our server on our next visit.“

“I only order the "Jalapeno Popper" from Mac's in Brookfield. Over half the time I order it they don't put in any jalapenos or they put in next to none. How hard is it to properly make this dish? It is super hard to add jalapenos to the JALAPENO popper? After the 3rd order it happened I brought it back. The manager stated, I quote, "There are jalapenos all up in there" while pointing to two small pieces in the ENTIRE DISH. Done wasting my time and money with this location that can't make a simple Mac and Cheese. Pathetic.“

“Great place Friendly service, wonderful owners.“

“Wonderful brunch experience with friends-food was delicious“

“I had ate here tonight for the first time as we are from out of town. I am SO glad we found the 5 O’clock club. First, our server Melissa was amazing. Even though she was busy, she gave us the back story on the restaurant which made the experience that much better! How the OG Grandma Mary’s great grandson is now the chef, HOW COOL!! now for the food, I saw duck wings with a cherry sauce for an appetizer and immediately new I wanted to try them and I’m so glad I did. Probably a new favorite! Then I ordered salmon for dinner which was cooked perfectly and not to mention the French onion soup was to die for! We had 3 people at our table, everyone loved their food. Thank you all for a wonderful experience!! If I’m ever in the area, I will be back!!“

“Amazing hidden gem. The building has to be one of the oldest in the area. Food is soup, salads, and sandwiches, but all unique and very tasty. Only difficulty is the hours, they are only open until 2pm. Highly recommend checking out this quaint little local restaurant.“

“Family friendly. Good food great service.“

“The crispiest golden brown hashbrowns and perfectly browned corned beef hash! Giant servings! Great value for the corned beef hash, scrambled eggs, sourdough toast, and hashbrowns-my all time fav!!!:)“

“A warm ,relaxing atmosphere with outstanding service! I had the prime rib and my wife had the chicken Madeira, both excellent 5 stars !“

“Wonderful gem in Brookfield, off the beaten path. Perfect location, close enough to metro area,but far enough away to give it a friendly neighborhood bar feel. Staff are friendly, efficient and professional. Had a small get together there and it turned into a bigger party than expected. I was impressed by how the waiting staff were able to accommodate us and make everything work out, very impromptu ! The food is exceptional and priced reasonably. NOT UNDERSTAFFED, so the service is very prompt and effective. Friendly atmosphere 🤗“

“The minute we walked in the door, Christie handled everything with such grace. She was especially considerate in helping my 90 year old father get settled comfortably. It was a busy Sunday, and our waitress was helping a larger group, she stepped in and delivered our drinks promptly and even grabbed dirty plates from another table on her way out of the room. It was clear she genuinely cares about guests and works hard to support her team. That on top of the amazing food, we will be back for sure!“

“great food ..service and fun environment!!!“

“We had a great time tonight. The food was excellent and the service was awesome. Ladies night was a huge success.“

“decent food. Friendly wait staff. Maybe 3.5 out of 5 stars for me. Only thing that I thought was odd is that you have to wait until your whole party has arrived before they will seat you. It's not a Bartolotta's restaurant, it's a bar. Only 4 of us looking for a regular 4 top table. They wouldn't seat us until the remaining 2 showed up. There were 11 open tables. The place was not packed. I thought that was strange.“

“😃Great place to eat. Good service.“

“This is by far the best Culver's we've been to. Everyone is always so friendly, especially Heather working the drive thru. Friendly employees like her shouldn't be taken for granted, they are what makes your restaurant stand out above the rest! Food is always fresh!“

“We had a great breakfast! The breakfast sandwich was great and had a perfect mixture, I’m still thinking about it! It is a classic diner, not the biggest seating area and the tables definitely are showing some wear and tear, but the food is good.“

“I ordered rigatoni pasta with a grilled pork ribeye steak. I say the pasta noodles could have been cooked a little longer. Other than that, it was good. But that pork ribeye steak was amazing. I don't know if it was the little cup of butter, the pork steak itself, or the combo of both. I would recommend that grilled pork ribeye steak.“

“Yesterday I Had My Son 1st Birthday Party There(My 1st Party Booked There) and it was a great experience. Great Customer Service, Party Host(Marisha) The Party Supervisor (Haley) Rock. They were both Awesome, Thank You Ladies Both For Helping My Son Birthday Even More Perfect 🥰🤗

UPDATE: 12-06-2025 staff is not the same as before. Different faces, different services from 5 years ago. Also the bathrooms are disgusting!!!! I hate seen this after eating from here…. I have a photo but it’s not allowing me to upload it. Lucky them“

“There's not many places I say this about but don't leave all bad reviews. This Culvers and everyone Ive been to is always the friendliest people and great food. I travel for work and have been to a lot of locations and my main go to for something quick!“

“Everything was fantastic! The food was excellent, and the service was fast and very friendly. We got our meal remarkably fast considering how busy the restaurant was. The view of the lake made our meal even more enjoyable. I would recommend the Copper Dock to anyone looking for a nice dining experience.“

“Goddess never disappoints! With a new baby I just haven’t been able to frequent as much as I’d like to, but WOW, today they reminded me how subpar my homemade coffee is ? thank you for a lovely dose of self care and relaxation and for remembering me even with the bags under my eyes. You guys are the best! Ezra will be raised a Goddess lover.“

“I bought a gift card and didn't get the value basket coupon. I reached out to Culver's and received a phone call from the manager. I went to Culver's and Jakob, at the register was very nice and helpful. The customer service was awesome!!!“

“This is a must-do. You guys, I'm so picky and this is the best spinach pie in Milwaukee. I challenge you to beat It. You won't. It's homemade by somebody who knows what they're doing. The gyros were also excellent. Good salad, good dressing and sauce, onion rings were outta this world. Homemade baklava... 100%. And it's affordable. I met Mo, whose family owns this place, and all I can say is wow. What a warm and loving individual. You're messing out if you don't come.

I have a few more things to add. The olives are really good and have pits in, which Ina Garten says is the real deal. The pita is actual Middle Eastern pita. The feta is really creamy. The hot cocoa was good. They really pick quality ingredients and pay attention to detail.“

“Katie was our server and she was attentive and friendly. Great smile too. The water is soooo refreshing. My husband had breakfast and enjoyed it. I had the Cajun Chicken Sandwich. It was a big sandwich so took me some time to eat it all. Haha But it was good. You get your moneys worth. Ill be back again.“

“great food, busy tonight, glad the community is supporting them!❤⚘“

“Juan was the best bartender ever!! Tatum was our server and she was also amazing. They not only provide excellent service but are so engaging and friendly, and went above and beyond to make my friends 25th the best day!“

“My 7 yo daughter and I stopped in today grab some lunch for the first time. Our server was Christina and she was simply amazing! We never had to request for a refill and she made sure we had everything we needed. She offered helpful suggestions, too. Children's menu was great with lots of options and the menu has lots of variety as well. I did get the Artichoke dip which was the best I've had. 10/10 and we'll stop again when we're in the area.“

“Food and custard are ALWAYS ALWAYS GREAT! And they employ my favorite guy! 😃“

“I was at the Culver’s in Waukesha on Grandview this last Friday evening, it was very busy. I was immediately impressed by the amount of staff that was there ready to serve. This was a young staff, and they were attentive, professional, and proactive in reaching out to customers to see if they had been helped or needed anything. A woman returned with an error in her order, and she was taken care of right away in such a kind and courtesy manner. I believe the associate who helped her was named Jade? Kudos to this Culver’s for providing so many employment opportunities, what appears to be a positive work environment, and to this wonderful staff for providing such great customer service!“

“friendly staff, delicious, ambiance“

“My fave breakfast place. I am from Lake Country area and the Brookfield First Watch surpasses any breakfast in this area, in my opinion. Always consistent. Get the market fresh veg omelette. Fantastic“

“Amazing food, amazing staff! Love Lauren!!“