50 Best American Restaurants near Wayzata

“Took my family for a special dinner. Service was exceptional, Jen was attentive but didn't hover. The cocktails and food were delicious, we really enjoyed the fried clams and sticky ribs appetizers. Meal portions were excellent. We especially enjoyed the banoffee pie, which is hard to find outside of the UK. I would highly recommend, and the view of the lake is lovely as well. We will definitely be back!“

“A great stop for Happy Hour with friends or family meal. The selections are delicious, the service fantastic! Looking forward to an outstanding Mother's day brunch. It's one of my favorite places to dine.Parking: I've always found a spot. During special mall events it be comes more of a challenge, but I have always been able to park conveniently.“

“Lake Room is our favorite date night spot. Worth the drive for us. Shoutout to the bartender, Demi, who always makes fantastic cocktails. The kitchen puts out great food too. All around a must-try restaurant that will entice you to come back again and again.“

“I've been to three different crisp and greens In the Twin Cities area, and I can say I am always totally happy with their product. I usually go with my family and we try a lot of different salads. I can't say that I've had one that I didn't like first of all they start with really fresh ingredients, and interesting combinations. Always plenty of staff so the line moves very fast. The last one I went to had just recently opened in Eden Prairie, Minnesota. There was several corporate people helping out to make sure everyone is trained properly. Simply a wonderful way to create success. Each store that I've been to had very friendly, outgoing employees. I'm guessing it's a good place to work. And very important, all of the stores I've been to look very clean, and orderly. I think the average price is around $15-$16 for a bowl. Am I opinion, a very reasonable price for what you're getting.“

“This local pub has a great selection of beers on tap and some pretty good food too. The revolving tap list is on the chalk board. The food is better than average bar food. Great sandwiches, I tried the small plate reubens and they were delicious. They have daily specials which are also on the chalkboard. I think that they have live music here too. Definitely worth checking out.“

“Found Maggie’s on Google and it was great! The server was new although maybe that’s good as she made up for it with willingness to help and friendliness making the experience excellent. The Calzone came out faster than expected and was perfect. I’ll be back!“

“I'm a frequent visitor to this restaurant and want to highlight a recent exceptional experience. The staff here has always been great, but this time they truly exceeded expectations. I faced a payment issue as my phone's tap-to-pay feature wasn't working, and I had no physical card or cash, only a card number to input manually. Unfortunately, the updated POS system seemed to lack this option. Instead of turning me away, the assistant manager, Elmo, went out of his way to find a solution, ultimately comping my meal after exhaustive efforts to process the payment. This gesture, along with the patience and problem-solving displayed by Elmo and his team, made me feel like part of the family. I'm so grateful for their service and believe they deserve recognition, perhaps with a company pizza party, as a token of appreciation for their outstanding work.“

“Best desert ever! Celebrating Cinco De Maya, their Mexican take on chocolate souffle was delectable. It was presented on a tray with accompaniments. The delicate crusted souffle was dusted with powder sugar. To go allong with desert was a melon scoop of vanilla bean ice cream served on its own plate, keeping it from melting. A nice pot of mexicana crema to poor on each bite. Finishing off this delight was a bowl of carmel tofu to sprinkle on top. I loved my PEI mussels in a chimi churri white wine cream sauce with grilled bread. Large FRESH mussels richly flavored, but not overpowering. This was pricier than we expected, but....“

“My wife noticed this place from the freeway and decided she wanted to there. It's not the kind of place that attracts my attention. It was quite busy when we got there but by the time we finished the crowd was gone and the placed had quited down. Much to my surprise I found pastrami on the menu, their New York New York Slider. I really wanted something else but there is no way I could pass up the chance to review a pastrami menu item. My impression was that there was way too little pastrami and way too much other stuff. Also the thickness of the bun greatly muted the overall flavor. I get it. Pastrami isn't cheap but if you load up tasteless bread and tasteless sauerkraut all that's left is a hint of pastrami and a name on the menu. When you bite into a pastrami sandwich the taste of pastrami should instantly fill your mouth. If it doesn't your wasting your time. Ill add more pastrami to the two sliders I brought home. I'll give these a 5.5 out of 10. The menu mentioned BBQ sauce but I didn't find any. It doesn't belong on pastrami anyway. A pickle would have been a great help, yellow chilitos peppers even better. A little mustard wouldn't hurt. My wife had a Whiskey and Coke Shaved Beef sandwich which I thought was pretty good. The waitresses was great as were the rest of the staff. I thought the prices were high. I don't mind paying more if what I'm eating turns out to be a flavor bomb. They paid a lot of attention to looks but very little to flavor.“

“Interestingly, you will hear a wide range of music in this place lol there's a rap song in the guy singing redrum redrum redrum. Don't be alarmed by this trust me there is some really cool music which I couldn't even figure out the song with the flute what it was and I asked, Kenzie, and she didn't know either she asked her manager what was playing even before I said something. The point is this is a really great place. I happen to almost get stranded here at the hotel next-door. I have a big rig company. she told me that it's Spotify playlist, different onesUnfortunately, a half hour north west of here the angry flower shop lady freaked out when I told her hey we need to get your tropical plants unloaded we succeeded and I headed here to set up shop protect my truck and myself in case it got brutal weather . The bartender says it's pretty bad right now , this is a great place family owned the father started it and then kids bought him out and change the name from grizzlies to what it is now. Thanks you guys.PS just an update Kenzie gives the perfect Chrch poor of beer. Did I even mention they have a basketball hoop by the front door? Lol what would Paul Harvey say about this place?“

“My husband and I had a night out last night and the atmosphere and meal at the new Eden Prairie location was impressive. The Smoked salmon salad was one of the best salads I’ve ever had. My husband raved equally about the Buffalo chicken Mac and cheese. Fantastic service. We used to go to Maple Grove location, it’s exciting to have a B&B closer to home.“

“Our server was there when we needed them, didn't come and talk to us with seemingly no reason.Food took about 30 minutes, on a decently busy night, so that was nice.The atmosphere I love, got window seats facing towards regional center road and nice view for a decently sized city. Didn't like the pop music, but that I'd what you get when you go to a restaurant in the city.I had the burger with no tomato, no secret sauce and avacado. Massive burger, came with fries and lettuce and pickles, had to put them on myself. Couldn't finish the whole thing but was AMAZING. Burger cooked well, no overdo on the sauce or anything like that. Came with what I think was cheddar, but don't wanna say for sure, good quality cheese though.Overall 14/15 because the atmosphere matters, but not that much when the food and service is just that good.Parking: Parking is good, lots of spaces. Handicap parking out front of the restaraunt.Kid-friendliness: They have good kid options for food, ans give coloring stuff to the kids that come.Wheelchair accessibility: There are large wheelchair restrooms along with there being no stairs in the restaurant to get anywhere, and handicapped parking out front.“

“My bestie and I needed some fuel after a day at the Canterbury Spring craft fair. We wanted to try somewhere new with variety. Nachos were on the mind. Stopped in around 5pm on Saturday. Parking lot and restaurant was packed. We arrived and were greeted right away. Asked if we had a reservation which we didn't, but were seated within 5 minutes. I was a little shocked as it's very rare to be seated that quickly with a reservation. Our waitress Emilee was so friendly and did a wonderful job. She brought our beverages right away. She checked in often as well. I ordered the smash burger and my bestie ordered the nachos and side of French fries with a side of garlic aioli sauce. Unfortunately, the French fries were not hot, so we asked for new ones. Smash burger was fantastic. Hot, juicy, and just yummy. My bestie said nachos and French fries (once the new ones came out) were good. Nacho portion was huge. Next time, ask for more meat and maybe not so much queso, but overall tasty. The dessert menu had both of our favorites- key lime pie and chocolate cake. Of course we had to order it, but we asked for it to go. Let me just tell you, I wish I would have ordered dessert to start. Chocolate cake was amazing (sorry, forgot to take a photo). So chocolatey and the frosting amount was perfect. Key lime pie was good too. It was like a whipped version which was tasty. During our visit the manager stopped over to ask how dinner was. You don't see that too often so that was nice. Restaurant was big. Seating is also available outside as well. I thought it was neat how there were umbrellas on the ceiling- unique. I'd like to come back and try the pizza and more chocolate cake.“

“This is a great little spot for breakfast. It’s a quaint little spot which is completely unassuming from the outside. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with hash browns. The hollandaise sauce was fresh and delicious. The eggs were poached perfectly. My only small complaint was I asked for well done hash browns and the weren’t. No problem because they were still great. My friend had the French toast with their homemade sausage. He gave me a taste of the sausage and it’s really delicious. It has a very distinctive flavor with a nice spicy flavor. He thoroughly enjoyed his French toast. Overall a great meal and a wonderful experience. I would highly recommended this place.“

“First time there last night. Was told it was a 15-20 minute wait, no problem as I was waiting for my friend, it was FIVE minutes! Our server was nice & attentive. We enjoyed Happy Hour and had a fun night. Will definitely be back again!“

“Had dinner at Kona Grill - Minnetonka last night and was pleasantly surprised by their late hours, open till midnight! They even offer a late-night happy hour. The sushi was decent, akin to what you'd expect from a mall location, as it's situated in Ridgedale Center. The service was top-notch - our server was both friendly and attentive. I absolutely loved the atmosphere and the aquariums, adding a unique charm to the dining experience. A solid choice for a late evening out!“

“We both ordered filets, which were cooked to perfection and rival any steakhouse. Our meals are always delicious, and the service fantastic and friendly. In the evenings the noise level can be louder sometimes than others, but never in a way that is distracting or difficult to converse with table mates. This evening was particularly busy, but our experience was fantastic once again.“

“Anything you’d expect from a diner. Bottomless hot coffee, huge omelette and pancake portions and crispy hash browns. I recommend their cheesy omelette (really Cheezy)! The vibe, decor and service is great. I could look at those wall photos for a while.Kid-friendliness: A lot of families bring their kids and babies“

“Nice classy ambiance. My boyfriend and I were served at the bar by Eric. We ordered 2 different cocktails, a Caesar salad, the filet mignon, the filet mignon sandwich, and a lemon blackberry dessert. Cocktails were wonderful, Eric was very knowledgeable about our drinks and the pairings with the food. Steak was served as ordered, very tasty. Everything tasted great and was locally sourced! Will definitely be back soon!“

“YUM ALERT! Our office orders from OAK Eatery and dines in on a regular basis because so many of their menu items are delicious. The "What the Cluck" sandwich is out of this world, and their salad dressings are homemade. We're all obsessed, and the staff is extremely accommodating and friendly. Support this business!“

“We had a large party of 16. Service was fabulous. Various menu items ordered. Most were very good. Walleye fingers were thin and slightly overcooked. All others in our group were happy with their food. We have been there several times with larger groups and have had good experiences!“

“Well let me tell you ...since I have been a level 8 Google reviewer (in my Fraser Crane voice) I take my reviews very seriously. So when I say this resrurant has the best service I have had in many years I am not exaggerating. Our server Randy went above and beyond to make our 1st experience the best. Explain the menu to a tee and recommended some great options. We had the pork chop and the rigatoni boleneas. Ohhh and we also had the sticky ribs do t miss out on those. They also give hot towels with lemon spritz on them...nice! Very clean ...food came out on time...the place ran like clock work. We will be back for sure !!!“

““At The Block, the culinary road trip was as delightful as a smooth drive on a set of fresh tires from Suburban Tire Storage (STS).”Starting off, the pork belly appetizer was sweetuptuois - a term we’re coining right now, much like how we at STS coined the most hassle-free tire storage service. The corn fritters were a revelation, flaky and sweet, like the satisfaction of finding the perfect winter tires for that first snowfall.The ground chicken sandwich, masquerading as a burger, was a bit on the dry side, needing a sauce as robust as our tire protection guarantee. The dry rub, however, was as reliable as our delivery service - decent and dependable. The Royal with Cheese? A double burger with a hue as vibrant as our STS logo, reminding us that sometimes, the best things in life are bold and straightforward.The beer selection was as varied as our tire inventory, suitable for a business dinner that doesn’t skimp on quality or value. And the atmosphere? The indoor patio was as inviting as our STS storage facility, especially when Keith graciously opened the windows to merge nature with nurture.“So next time you’re cruising through St. Louis Park, pull over at The Block for a bite. And when it’s time to switch those tires, steer into Suburban Tire Storage - where we treat your wheels like gourmet meals.”“

“What a great place to dine! Clean and very presentable. And Julia was absolutely FANTASTIC! Super attentive and funny. She goes above and beyond and really seems to enjoy her job! DEFINITELY coming back and we hope to get her again as a waitress!“

“Great fresh donuts, the reasons we can’t do the Big Corporate Donuts anymore. But oh. my. god. How did they make the gold standard of apple fritters? Nobody actually likes apple fritters, worst of the pastries… Until you have a Dufner apple fritter. It has no business being so crisp, so soft, just chef kiss perfecto every time.“

“I enjoyed the eggs benedict with the potatoes and my friend chose build your own b-fast. Our waitress, Lorry, was awesome and thoughtful The food arrived shortly after a mix up, with all the sides. Thank you, Lorry for a wonderful experience & the cookies were delish!!Oh yeah, she remembered my hot sauce bottle ?“

“Love the atmosphere of Wildfire, the fun 40s theme with wonderful music and servers in nice shirts and ties. The service was delightful, the onion rolls served before the meal were great. We got the shrimp and lobster bisque, Cesar salad, medallion trios and the loaded baked potato and dessert. The steak was phenomenal, melt in your mouth medium rare. Probably the best steak I’ve ever had. The baked potato was huge, bacon was crispy and full of cheese, green onion and sour cream. The cheesecake was delicious, the cherry pie tasted fresh with tart cherries and fresh whipped cream. Look forward to going again.“

“I am quite a picky eater and have dined in and done several take out orders. I really can't find a thing to complain about, lol! That's big in a picky girl's world! Lobster linguini and the Stozzapreti Primavera are wonderful. I should note I have them make the Stozzapreti Primavera with fettuccine instead of the dumpling style Stozzapreti and add extra veggies. They also have a wonderful red wine called The Boss which is delicious! And they cork it to take home! ? And, if that's not good enough reason for the 5 stars, they have a great staff and friendly service! ?Thanks Primo, hope you will keep it up for years to come!“

“Another exceptional happy hour At Jimmy's. The food and drinks were fantastic as usual and our server William W. was absolutely amazing. He showed his true character when he proudly escorted at elderly gentleman to the men's room and back and did so with pride on taking customer service to another level. Bravo William!“

“This is the best lunch I know how to find in Eden Prairie. I have tried several sandwiches and a few soups, and nothing has disappointed so far.I highly recommend the current special "Chicken Wing", and if someone running the place reads this please add it to the normal menu before/when the specials change.I also recommend the coleslaw. I am generally not a huge slaw guy, but it's seasoned really well here.“

“My husband and I finally checked out this neighborhood spot for dinner and loved it! We had a the Cajun cheesesteak, mushroom Swiss burger with watermelon mojito lemonade. Tasty baked fries and yummy dipping sauces.We took a piece of cheesecake to go and wow! It was top tier! Obviously some secret family recipe made with love and well-honed craft. 10-10.We're excited to come back and try the bowls and other cheesesteaks.“

“Great Culver's. Honestly I was there around 1:30pm and there were 8 cars in front of me. A bit of a wait. But once I ordered and got to the window to pay,, my order came out within minutes. Hot and exactly how I ordered it. I highly recommend this Culver's“

“This review is long overdue, but I came here when I was visiting my fiancee's family in Minneapolis around Thanksgiving weekend. His brother and sister in law brought us and the rest of the family here for a quick lunch. The bartender that took our order provided amazing service by accommodating all our orders since we were a large group. The pretzel is to die for! It's so large and meant for sharing. I'm from NYC, and this pretzel outperforms better than the stale hot dog stand pretzel you'd find here. I loved the turkey sausage sandwich with the variety of toppings they have. I wish this place were closer to home, but I'd have to wait until I'm back in Minnesota to stop by this place!“

“I had not eaten inside Maynard's dining room in many years, just out on the deck. The dining room menu food was excellent, everyone at the table were very pleased with the high quality presentation, portion size and flavors. It was a very busy Saturday afternoon, our server had a lot of tables, but everything was delivered correctly, if a bit of a wait. Refills on tea and take home boxes delivered promptly. Great to know it's not just popular but good!“

“This is a great little watering hole but don't let the fact that it is small fool you. Its not the size that matters she says, its how you work it, and work it the detour 19 does exceptionally well, especially the bartender named Brandy. She is the best bartender Ive ever met. And ahe is definitely easy on the eyes too. Thanks Brandy and amazing service with a smile. Id give youna ride on my bike any day of the week ma'am...... Chris“

“Best breakfast spot on my list. The food last time had a couple issues, but every other time I've visited, they have been fantastic.You usually have to park in the street, but I think it's because they just don't have enough parking. Every time I've gone there however, there is no wait. The food comes out surprisingly fast, despite how busy they look. Their service is average otherwise.The atmosphere is very nice with plenty of booths, and nice lighting. Better than most breakfast spots.“

“Went in for the tequila tasting event. So fun to try a new tequila. All organic and no preservatives! So fun to learn about tequila. Also had a Mint Julip, made by the owner. So nummy. Took me back to sitting on the veranda at Oak Alley in Louisiana. Had the Brazin burger , cooked perfectly and the fries were done to perfection. Crunchy and hot! What a perfect ending to hard work week. Thank you!“

“Ryan is THE BEST bartender we have found in years. Always attentive to his customer needs. You never have to wait for a drink or a refill. He is funny, has bar games and a great rapport with his customers - regulars and new comers alike. Come to McCoys Chaska and sit at Ryan's bar.“

“Smokin Hottdish has been my go-to choice for lunch for several years. The food is consistently delicious and generously portioned. The owners are incredibly kind people, and it shines through in their service and their food. I will tell my grandchildren about the Smokin Hottdish Philly Cheesesteak.“

“I love 318! I come here at least 2 times a week and it's always perfect. The best place to relax and enjoy breakfast, brunch, or lunch. The servers are all incredible and friendly and making sure you feel welcomed & are enjoying your meal. The food is yummy and always freshly made.“

“Marybeth was an incredible waitress and made sure we knew everything about where the food was sourced and her recommendations. They have nothing but absolutely delicious locally-sourced food, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. You can tell so much care, thought and intention goes into the food here.We were a group of 12 and we were able to sit all together for my birthday.“

“We love Duke's! We loved it before kids and we especially love it after kids. It is such a friend, family, and dog friendly place. The staff is always super polite and makes great recommendations + the patio in summer or winter (covered) is the best atmosphere for littles. You can be away from the inside crowdedness and there's usually puppies for entertainment! Their wings never disappoint - the dry rub is so good + all sauces. We like to get all dry rub and sauces on the side. Try the whisky glaze! The royale with cheese is a go to here for us and everyone on the kids menu is practical and easy to pick from.“

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“Nice restaurant with a cozy vibe. Went for Valentine’s Day and got a reservation a week prior with no problem. Food was good but came out warm vs fresh/hot. Not sure if that was because it was a busy night but was expecting more for the pre we paid. Would give them another shot in the future on a less busy night.“

“Amazing food. Sadly this fabulous restaurant faces the challenge of nearby construction that my be offsetting to then weak at heart. We found the food to be unique, delicious and making you want more. Friendly, team to provide that sought after dining experience. The flavor and atmosphere of the Caribbean right in Excelsior MN.??????“

“This is a fine place to bowl, no frills.I came Saturday night and total for 2 people, 4 game of bowling (or about 2 hours) and 3 beers was $80. Not sure if I'm out of touch with what costs should be, but that seems expensive to me.Bar service was good. Front customer service is not the most friendly. Not overly so,, still an enjoyable evening.“

“Wait staff initially a little chilly but she may have just been busy. Food was pretty good, as usual. Salmon cooked perfectly, shrimp pasta on point. Wish they'd include a bread basket or some of the fabulous popovers they used to serve. The martini was perfection.“

“Had brunch at Three Squares Restaurant today and ordered the truffle burger with sweet potato fries. The service was commendable, and my food arrived swiftly within 15 minutes. While the truffle flavor in the burger was a bit subdued for my taste, I still enjoyed the meal. It’s rare to find sweet potato fries these days, and it was a delightful addition. I would suggest introducing a special house dip, perhaps a blend of mayonnaise and ketchup, which pairs excellently with sweet potato fries.“

“I love the food here, but this is the second time in a row my order has been messed up! Last time my salad was completely wrong, but I noticed before I left the store luckily and had it remade. This time my salad was perfect, but i asked for no bread and instead they gave me bread but no chocolate covered strawberry! I didn’t notice until I had already left and I didn’t have the time to go back and get it fixed unfortunately.“

“We just got dessert to go. I had the coconut cake which was much better when warmed a little. My husband had the chocolate silk mini but really wasn't impressed noting it lacked the flavor one would expect of chocolate silk. I've eaten here once and the food was very good and I like their desserts.“