The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

1. The Cheesecake Factory

8.8
5015 Westheimer Rd Ste 3406 (at The Galleria), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 118 tips and reviews

Gerald S.Gerald S: Ceasar Salald awesome. Must try the Angel Hair Prawn Pasta. Godiva Choc Cheescake to die for.

Dilara SultanDilara Sultan: yummy. really. the wait has never been that terrible, no matter how bad it looks. Read more.

James C.James Crenshaw: White chicken chili I'd DE-licious!

Tommy's Restaurant & Oyster Bar is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

2. Tommy's Restaurant & Oyster Bar

8.8
2555 Bay Area Blvd, Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 22 tips and reviews

Zile B.Zile B: Sea bass, soft shell crab, Black & blue tuna, crab cakes

Erica A.Erica Allen: Ask for the almond crusted goat cheese with your salad! It's A-mazing!!!!

Martha F.Martha F.: Great date night restaurant. Professional staff. Great food and ambiance. Romantical.

Edison Houston is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

3. Edison Houston

8.8
4203 Edison St (Patton), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews

Marjorie M.Marjorie Muniz-Monroy: New restaurant and patio bar in my hood. This chef is amazing. I haven't had a bad meal yet at this place. Good cocktails too. Ask for Hahson.

Omar R.Omar Rios: Hidden gem! Great food and drinks!

Brittany W.Brittany Walters: I came here for brunch! They had a nice variety of food and reasonable mimosas- available by the glass or carafe!

Hungry's- Rice Village is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

4. Hungry's- Rice Village

8.9
2356 Rice Blvd (Chaucer), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 63 tips and reviews

AptravelerAptraveler: They’ve got something for everyone. I was dying for a good burger and I got a delicious juicy grilled burger with sautéed mushrooms & provolone cheese that yummy 🤤 doesn’t even begin to describe it!

Lisa T.Lisa Thomas: The white sangria is delicious!

Stacey B.Stacey Burke: You can park at the church across the street

Houston's is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

5. Houston's

8.8
4848 Kirby Dr (at Westpark Dr), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · Upper Kirby · 83 tips and reviews

Alex S.Alex S.: Enjoyed the Mexico-city soup (served on Sundays) and grilled chicken salad, along with a glass of chilled sparkling wine. They have different soups each day of the week and all are great!

ArtJonakArtJonak: Grilled artichokes are off the hook (when in season)... and well, the ribs are world class, fall off the bones amazing!

Shane G.Shane Garcia: Its all about the Kettle and fresh squeezed grapefruit. Try it!

Barnaby's Cafe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

6. Barnaby's Cafe

8.8
2802 White Oak Dr Ste 500 (Studewood), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Angela G.Angela Greco: The Beyond Meat burger with fries, mayo, and a crunchy pickle! Every salad I've had here has been flavorful and filling as well.

Marty M.Marty Martin: Love the turkey burger, sweet potato fries and strawberry lemonade

Andres N.Andres Novoa: I love their green eggs!

The Cheesecake Factory is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

7. The Cheesecake Factory

8.7
600 Memorial City Way Ste 600 (in Memorial City Mall), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 57 tips and reviews

Luis M.Luis Mezzina: The best american restaurant ever!!!! Lettuce wraps, avocado egg rolls and vietnamite rolls are a must

Stephanie S.Stephanie S.: The apple martini is great.

Bruce O.Bruce O: Kenneth is a great server.

Barnaby's Cafe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

8. Barnaby's Cafe

9.0
1701 S Shepherd Dr (at West Gray), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 85 tips and reviews

Tamika C.Tamika Caston-Miller: Best. Carrot cake. EVARRRRRR! I love all the Barnaby's locations, but this one has the best service, by far.

Star P.Star Pizza Houston: Love this place! Been coming here for years!

AptravelerAptraveler: Everything is good, especially their salads made to order. Their portions may seem too big for some people & you may ask for a medium portion instead of a regular one if you wish!

The Capital Grille is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

9. The Capital Grille

8.8
5365 Westheimer Rd, Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Jackie L.Jackie Luo: Fantastic steaks and delicious starters. My mom ordered the sea bass, which was pretty mindblowing. All in all, a great place to eat with really good service (and it should be for the price!).

Allen A.Allen Arcade: Bacon creamed corn!

Houston PressHouston Press: Fabulous filet mignon tartare, giant lobster and out-of-this-world lamb chops are served in dark, wood-paneled dining rooms that look like they belong in a men's club. Read more.

Grand Lux Cafe is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

10. Grand Lux Cafe

8.6
5000 Westheimer Rd (btwn McCue & Post Oak), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 155 tips and reviews

Avi E.Avi Enzo: Great place - try chicken picata comes withfresh baked bread and cheese cake desert ! You'LLOVEIT !

Kerri D.Kerri Dillard: Love the beignets here makes me feel like I'm in New Orleans!

Kathy J.Kathy Jones: Disappointed. Lettuce wraps were yucky!!!

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

11. Cracker Barrel Old Country Store

8.6
14765 N. Freeway I-45 & Airtex, Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 30 tips and reviews

Jessica B.Jessica Benitez: Best hash brown casserole!

RobRob: Breakfast served all day. Do it. You know you want to.

Brandon T.Brandon Taylor: Their French toast is great!

Island Grill is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

12. Island Grill

8.6
2365 Rice Blvd (Morningside), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Richard G.Richard Gruen: Grilled chicken pita with fresh fruit

KenyaKenya: Great food and staff

Champ Burger is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

13. Champ Burger

8.6
304 Sampson St (Garrow), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 27 tips and reviews

Stella C.Stella Cast: If you're in the area, must stop by. Always packed but will not disappoint. Best burgers! Live 30 minutes away but worth the drive.

Houston PressHouston Press: Champ Burger has been open since 1963, and the original owner, though retired, still pops in often to check on his creation. Read more.

Ernie M.Ernie Manouse: For a great Burger - ask for the "Ernie Burger" - cheeseburger with grilled onions & jalapanos w/ mustard on a toasted whole wheat bun - yummy

Local Foods is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

14. Local Foods

8.6
714 Yale St (6th), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · Heights · 6 tips and reviews

Stephanie Y C.Stephanie Y Cavazos: I have lived through the entire menu - i think the food concept is just perfect. i absolutely love the staff and the business model in which the restaurant flows - definately try the special!

KenyaKenya: Gulf seafood

Kevin H.Kevin H.: Vegan meatball sub is so good. Good rotating selection of local beers on draft as well.

Black Walnut Café Memorial Drive is one of The 15 Best American Restaurants in Houston.

15. Black Walnut Café Memorial Drive

8.8
5512 Memorial Dr (at Asbury Ave.), Houston, TX
American Restaurant · 38 tips and reviews

Blair A.Blair Allen: A classic eatery for Houstonians whether you’re craving breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Perfectly fluffy omelets, delectable Pot Roast Grilled Cheese, and hand spun gelato await you.

Iris A.Iris Allen: Excellent wine selections! My menu favorites are the Santa Fe Salad, Sausage & Mozzarella Kolaches,the Humming Bird Cake. Memorial Drive location is open until 1AM Fri. & Sat. with a full service bar.

Greta S.Greta Skudra: Look they have soy creamer! And pumpkin spice chocolate coffee! Happy days