50 Best American Restaurants near Manalapan

“Perfect anniversary dinner. Waiter and Staff were incredibly accommodating and whole the price tag looked hefty walking in the add ins throughout the meal and after were an unexpected surprise (especially these days) that took our special occasion over top. Oh, and the food was outstanding. Stuffed hogfish and Bison Rib Eye were both cooked to perfection.“

“We had a lovely lunch with family. The view was magnificent, the food was amazingly scrumptious! Everything from the Ahi Citrus salad, the crab cake to the banana split for dessert was perfection on a plate. I asked to be seated in a shady spot and we were. All servers were friendly and courteous. Service was a tad slow but, sitting and watching the view was so wonderful, we didn't care. All in all, a fabulous place right on the water to bring guests!“

“John G's is somewhat nostalgic for me... it was bassistBreakfast spot where my Dad and I would come to have our Daddy Daughter Breakfast Day after a walk along the Beach. It was before they moved to Manalapan... but we continued going even after(although it changed the atmosphere drastically). It's still a nice Breakfast place, food is still on point but this last visit just didn't feel as special... the big bouquet of fresh flowers was not there and the staff that day wasn't as warm and friendly as what I remember and used to. Maybe I didn't time it right and maybe it was just an off day so I'll give grace this visit and hope that the next visit will be better. No matter my experience, I hope your experience becomes a memorable one Oh yeah... you gotta order the classic Cream Cheese French Toast!! You'll always come back for it!!?????Happy Eating!Parking: Easy parking on a non busy day... it's in a shopping Plaza with Publix“

“The food was incredible. Delicious combinations of flavors and variety of dishes. Our waiter, Mathias was first rate and well versed in all aspects of the cuisine and food pairings. All in all a fabulous experience, fun and eclectic vibe. Highly recommend!“

“Exceptional, why did I take so long to come back? This is a mistake I don't intend to repeat.From the moment we arrived, the hospitality at the host stand set the pace. Everyone we encountered gave a warm welcome as they were dashing around working, nice vibe.The Tuna Tartare appetizer was out of this world. Cold, fresh, beautifully presented with crispy wontons, Wasabi cream, and mashed avocado. Honestly, I considered ordering a second one after it was completely demolished.I was ready to have the grilled meatloaf until I heard the specials. Chose the tile fish served over dirty rice, cilantro crema, grilled asparagus, and topped with roasted red pepper and corn salsa. No joke there, folks, this was beyond delicious. Every element was perfect, and the flavor was sophisticated, but not pretentious... totally approachable and something I would order again without a doubt.It came as no surprise the service was perfect. The manager visited the table, and I appreciated seeing lots of teamwork in the dining room. Impressive. Kudos to the team at DaDa, a fabulous experience in an expertly operated establishment.“

“we had an event there last weekend. we had 140 people attend. the food was excellent. Chefs thank you. the servers were great and took care of every person. we have found the food and service great every time we've eaten there. my husband raved over the brisket and I the salmon. great job. thank you“

“Excellent food, service, and value“

“Can’t say enough good things about this place. Staff is super friendly, environment is clean and decked out with patches and photos from past and present. And the food, amazing! Had a pulled pork sandwich and loved all the sauce options, especially the gator bite! Mac and cheese also on point. Hope to come back at some point.“

“Not my favorite burger with it was pretty good. I tried the new yes chef burger and added mushrooms and jalapeños. It just wasn't as juicy as I'm used to with smash burgers. I also tried the chili plus cheese fries and they were okay. It seemed a bit light on the chili and cheese. The staff was friendly and the restaurant was clean. It's located in a nice little center with a bunch of shops and other restaurants.Update: I went back and tried the grilled chicken sandwich protein style. It was good but it was pretty small for a $10 sandwich.“

“The food is exceptional, and you will not leave hungry. Very good service and not overpriced. We were there on a Saturday two weeks ago and they had a male & female singing that were fantastic and was told they will be there on Saturday nights starting at 6:30. We will be back with our friends.“

“The first time we went to Drift we ended up walking out before eating. It was Christmas and they had a price fixe menu that was absurdly expensive. But last night we ate there and it was excellent. Nick took great care of us and the food was really good. They also did a very nice job in decorating the space. Beautiful. We'll be back“

“First off, the service is top-notch. Our server, Brian, was attentive and phenomenal, making our dining experience extremely special. We were a party of two, and Brian accommodated our request to amend a cocktail to include Mezcal instead of the original liquor, which we appreciated.Now to the good stuff. We arrived during the in-between time, between lunch and dinner, so there was a limited menu. We decided to order a burger and split it, as we weren't too hungry. The food was delicious, and while the fries were decent, they didn’t quite justify the price tag. However, considering we were in Palm Beach, a bit of an uptick in pricing is expected. The burger was a delicious classic, enhanced by an onion jam that provided a sweet and savory touch. It was perfectly cooked, and we thoroughly enjoyed it. The fries were just parmesan truffle oil fries which to be honest, we prefer the parmesan over the truffle oil because it never justifies the price. Now we were charged a split fee, so just a heads up if youre looking to split a meal. You might be better off ordering an appetizer or two instead of splitting a meal. Like I said, we weren’t really hungry so we went down the path of halving a burger.We had our two rescue pups with us, and the subtle details in providing for their comfort were truly appreciated. The staff brought our pups the cutest The Colony water bowl and milk bones, allowing them to dine in style.The atmosphere at the hotel is impeccably decorated with a sense of style in every corner. The lobby's design is reminiscent of Palm Beach's glory days, making it feel like you're stepping into the new series "Palm Royal." This is the definition of high-quality style. Each item is meticulously chosen for the space, providing a sense of gorgeous comfort that makes you feel like you've stepped into an elevated 1960s heyday of Palm Beach. We can truly see how this space is called a love letter to Palm Beach.“

“Always great food, amazing wines and good people!!“

“My girlfriend and I stopped by Deck 84 for a few cocktails and apps. We were provided amazing and attentive service by Alexis. The cocktails and food were exceptional and the prices are affordable. I recommend the Mango Jalapeño Margaritas for a “refreshing” and tasty beverage. The Deck Burger was also amazing and an easy shareable given the portion. You won’t be disappointed!“

“Christmas Eve dinner with my family. This was the best food any of us have ever eaten in our entire lives, the Korean Pork Belly Lettuce Wraps were incredible. The pork belly melted in your mouth. The prime rib was like butter“

“Sunny South Florida spring is all about enjoying the outdoors and sharing a good meal with family and friends. Driftwood was the perfect place to do both. They have a nice beer, cocktail, and wine selection. One of my dinner companions chose the Copperpoint Bees Squeeze - a light beer, perfect for the warm breezy evening. To start, I really wanted to try the fried chicken oysters while others wanted to try to the beef empanada, so why not both? The chicken was moist, perfectly fried, and the mac & cheese spaetzle was out of this world, especially with the tang of the few pickle slices on the plate. The beef empanada really hit the spot - it was a great combination of the fried dough, succulent meat, and pickled onions. We had to order two, because one is too little to share between three people. In no time, our main entrees arrived by really knowledgeable and friendly staff. We couldn't keep our forks out of the others' dishes, because all were so different and delicious. The rigatoni had just the right amount of bite and every crevice of the pasta was covered in a delicious bolognese sauce and sharp cheese. The chicken and dumplings brought me back to growing up in Tennessee (except this dish was better!). You know how you get a plate of chicken and dumplings and there's never enough dumplings? Not this time. The dumplings were plenty, the chicken was moist and tender, the sauce was seasoned just right, and the celery and parsley leaves gave it a really bright flavor. And finally, the shrimp and grits was hearty with large shrimp well-cooked, smothered in a slightly spicy sauce. I could eat that plate for breakfast lunch and dinner... every day. We were all very happy with all aspects of our meal, and look forward to trying the dishes that we gawked at all night at other people's tables!“

“Been coming to this place quite a bit over the years. I always get the burgers so can't comment on the rest of the menu, but you really can't go wrong with any of them. The only complaint is sometimes they're so big they're hard to eat. Cute little place with a nice pub-like atmosphere and a good outdoor seating area as well.“

“These guys know what they're doing. I've only visited once as I'm not local but can't wait to go back. We were served by an incredibly hospitable staff member named Taha who not only made wicked food but also made us feel like family. Support these guys!“

“Hot new spot, great atmosphere, food, service, and drinks. Shout out to Nick, best server EVER,“

“Ms. Erica at 7641 was great , we were having a bad evening ,but with Ms. Erica's service and smile made evening and meal better“

“Nice atmosphere, great staff ! Good oysters ! Great dessert . The charcuterie plate looked amazing“

“Was my first time at MIA was the best decision I ever made going there . My waitress name was Lori and it was a wonderful experience she made some great recommendations had the pork belly it was heaven the chef know what there doing definitely going back very soon. She was also patience and very Persuading when we order the starters“

“This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had fine dining! I loved the way they made you feel at home, and the food was amazing, and so was the service! I felt very welcomed and taken care of. I took my two daughters here for one of their birthdays and it was amazing!!“

“Great food. Crowded for dinner. We were seated 30 minutes after our reservation time, however the manager comped us an appetizer. Pretty loud inside so it's tough to talk to people at your table. Fish is really fresh. Very extensive wine, beer and drink lists.“

“Great food and friendly staff.“

“Very great place to dine. The music was great by both DJ's and the food didn't disappoint. If you're a whiskey drinker this is the place to go!“

“Manager helped right away when our outside table had a fly issue.....while waiting at the bar our OUTSTANDING bartenders Kirk and Ann made our wait delightful so we ended up dining at the bar with them!!! Couldn't have asked for a better Mother's Day experience! Thanks everyone ?“

“Hi! I have always enjoyed my Wednesday and Thursday night dinning experiences. The reason being Everley is always awesome and great. My friends and I have stopped coming on those days because she hasn’t been there on those days. Where is Everley on Wednesday’s and thursdays we miss her. We would bring the crowd on those days if she was working. Please bring her back on those days!!!“

“Cool vibe - great food. Lovely host made us feel welcome, waitress Maisy was attentive and very knowledgeable. Nice drink menu, well executed. Appetizers were quite large and very tasty (cauliflower, Brussels, ceviche and oysters). Everyone enjoyed their entrees - steak and salmon cooked perfectly (the accompanying succotach was wonderful), chicken sandwich and burger w/ perfect fries, and the gnocchi!! Order some bread to soak up all that delicious sauce. Definitely get the bread pudding if you have room.“

“Nice atmosphere, good food and drinks, but absolutely horrendous, and i mean, horrendous, service. Likely the worst ive had in south florida. I refuse to go back. Every step of the experience was painstakingly slow“

“I didn't try the food, but I did try a tasty chocolate cheesecake. The service from the waitresses was excellent, and they were friendly, even though the crowd is mostly Irish. The live music was good. I spent a nice time with my wife.“

“Beautiful resort with, great customer service“

“This is a great place for a meal. The ambiance is lovely. They had just added a petite filet onto their menu, which was excellent, served with bernaise sauce. I would love to see a few more options, as the menu is a bit limited for main courses. Perhaps offer something other than salmon as a fish dish-like a whitefish. All in all, service was great and I would recommend this restaurant.“

“This was our first time at Hampton social. Totally our vibe! Drinks and food were great. Skirt steak was a bit more on the rare side than medium rare but overall it was good. West coast oysters and bang bang chicken were delicious and a good amount of food. Service was great and the place was very lively. Highly recommend and will be back!“

“Great and friendly service at this bar. We went for lunch on a Sunday and all had mahi mahi (a couple of sandwiches, and the tacos). The sandwiches were fine, and the tacos were pretty good (but the nacho chips were not). I took it to four stars for the staff, they are attentive and friendly.“

“Danny and Bobby provide the best service around! They made our experience 5 stars, will definitely return!“

“We stopped in recently and was pleasantly surprised at what a wonderful experience it was , as in the past we weren’t so lucky with service . We sat at the bar and had amazing service from Angela . She is A++++++The attention and detail she provided us was great and much appreciated….Angela is Legendary and for that we will be back.“

“Mary always has the best music and friendliest people“

“The band (Rock Bottom Band) on Saturday night, March 23rd was awsome, one of the best we've heard there. Great choice of songs, sing-along, dance, fantastic solos by seasoned musicians. Fun night, all the way until 1 AM!Just these coed bathrooms....only two for the packed place and you can imagine how they look after 200 people roll through them. Plus long wait lines, so you better be prepared and plan ahead....“

“Every visit is perfect…Never Disappoints!!!“

“The food was very good but when we were there, the service was averaged at best. I’m not sure if they were having trouble with getting somebody in and someone was overwhelmed.Food came out quickly and it tasted good. we were given the bill and never saw the waitress again.“

“food is good, plentiful reasonable and nicely presented. Can't find a friendlier,, more attentive staff.“

“The food here is always delicious. The restaurant is a non-profit that supports animal rescue. The view is peaceful and charming. It’s a small place, so be prepared for small annoyances, like they’re out of an item, the tiny parking lot is full, or one of the bathrooms is out of service. It’s worth it. Service is always chill and pleasant - good vibes.“

“4 of us had dinner at Belle and Maxeell’s Saturday night, May 28, 2022. This was our 2nd visit. It won’t be our last. As before, the food was extraordinary. Unfortunately, as so many restaurants, right now, they were severely short handed however, we truly never noticed. The servers took exceptional care of us. Topping off our meal was THE BEST RICOTTA CHEESECAKE we’ve ever eaten. Thank you Belle and Maxwell's for making my Birthday special.“

“The Ambassador Grille is a gem. Service was great, staff was kind and informative. Very friendly. We went for dinner, To start we ordered Deviled Eggs and I was pleased, this happens to be one of the few places that has deviled eggs on the menu and they were so tasty. I ordered the lobster risotto and the lobster was fantastic, the risotto was creamy but not mushy, it honestly was cooked perfectly. He ordered the Chicken quesadilla, and it was cheesey and crispy the salsas were super fresh and absolutely brought the quesadillas to life. For dessert we ordered a creme brulee and it didn't disappoint, the berries were fresh and delicious and the creme brulee was delicate and creamy.Very great experience, I do recommend this for a special occasion or date night you wont be sorry.“

“I have eaten here many times and today was no different. I love the quality of the food and the portions given! And the pesto sauce is always my favorite. I ordered the Regular bowl with 2x pesto noodles, ginger broccoli, citrus chicken, Parmesan cheese and lots of pesto sauce. My order was ready as soon as I walked in! I will definitely be back again.“

“Very homey atmosphere. Great food, generous portions, pleasant staff.“

“Danielle was an amazing waitress! Such good service, she really cares. Food was great too!“

“Beauful ocean view. Excellent food and service.“

“My new favorite restaurant in all of south Florida. The food is spectacular! I had the grouper with the guava hollandaise sauce which was truly something special. My father had the fruit of the sea over pasta which he loved. The key lime pie was out of this world too! Great service and amazing place!“