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Best American Restaurants Nearby in Cupertino

The Meltdown

The Meltdown

4.3
(1k+)
• Melts • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 5.2 mi • 48 min
"It is always delicious. My to go order is hotness melt with fries and it really melts in your mouth. A classic! "
"I've only ordered from here once before and I must say the Citrus Heights restaurant was so much better. I just moved to Santa Clara and was craving the breakfast melt and your amazing fries....fries were cold and the bread wasn't grilled it was dry and crusty had to tear most off. Hope this was just an off day for your establishment. "
Hot Mess Melt - Combo
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$15.46
Giddy Up Melt - Combo
Chow down with shredded beef, sharp white Cheddar, creamy BBQ sauce and pickles on grilled sourdough bread. Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$18.19
Hot Mess Melt
Go big or go home with tender slow-roasted beef, caramelized onions and sharp white Cheddar on grilled sourdough bread.
$11.52
The Burger Den

The Burger Den

4.5
(600+)
• Burgers • American
$0 delivery fee • 5.2 mi • 36 min
"Oh man, the burgers are juicy!!! Just what I expected burgers to be, juicy, plenty of flavor, and very fulfilling. Also love the fact that they're open quite late."
"Lot more saltier, bread wasn't as toasted as before so no crunch taste. An excellent burger last time, but this time blah. Restaurant didn't take my previous suggestion to seal the box with the sticker."
Build Me Up Burger
Build the way you want it. Lettuce, tomato, red onions and pickles included.
$18.32
Wake & Bacon Burger
A 100% beef burger with hash browns, an egg*, bacon and American cheese on a brioche bun.
$19.13
Double the Fun Burger
Two 100% beef burgers topped with American cheese, caramelized onions and All-American sauce on a brioche bun.
$19.14
Vibe with Shrooms Burger
A 100% beef burger with grilled garlic mushrooms & caramelized onions, Swiss cheese and, All-American sauce on a brioche bun.
$18.23
Burger King

Burger King

4.4
(3k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.7 mi • 25 min
"tasy and reliable. love a large tomato on my burger. asked for no onions and got onions. overall solid"
"FORGOT THE SAUCE The Mummy Mozzarella Fries were decent,a little skinny,but good elasticity, the Vampire Nuggets are cute but nothing to write home about. Franken-Candy Sundae is a fun idea but it arrived mostly melted so the candy was all soggy. Would love an option to have the candy on the side or something. I am very annoyed there was no dipping sauce when you are required to select your dipping sauce"
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$7.49
Whopper Meal
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$18.34
Whopper
America's Favorite Burger*, The Whopper Sandwich is a ¼ lb** of flame-grilled beef with juicy tomatoes, crisp lettuce, creamy mayonnaise, ketchup, crunchy pickles, and sliced white onions on a toasted sesame seed bun. **Weight based on pre-cooked patty. *Based on May 2023 nationwide survey of 4,014 adults 18 or older.
$10.62
Double Cheeseburger
Two flame-grilled patties. 1/4 lb* of 100% beef. All topped with 2 slices of melted American cheese, crunchy pickles, yellow mustard, and ketchup on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$5.03
House of Bagels

House of Bagels

4.7
(3k+)
• Dessert • Bagels
$0 delivery fee • 1.7 mi • 25 min
"Taste, quality, and portions were perfect. Special requests followed to the "T!""
"Great service. Fast and friendly. They have the best bagels, which are boiled, and baked to perfection. Our family loves their breakfast sandwiches, especially the bacon omelette bagel and ham omelette bagel. The lox bagel sandwich is a third favorite, with all of the fixings. "
Bagel with Plain Cream Cheese
Your choice of bagel with our house-whipped plain cream cheese
$5.18
16. Bacon Bagel Omelet
Egg and cheddar cheese, crispy bacon slices, salt and pepper.
$8.63
18. Western Bagel Omelet
Egg and cheddar cheese, sausage patty, salt and pepper.
$8.52
12. Lox Bagelwich
Plain cream cheese, smoked salmon slices, red onions, tomatoes, and sprouts.
$12.56
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.7
(200+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 0.2 mi • 16 min
"White Chocolate Mocha is delicious and so is the size of the Turkey Bacon, Cheddar & Egg White Sandwich. Arrived warm and fresh and is my go to order that I will definitely order again. I really like the encouraging messages they write on the coffee cup; little things like that make a huge difference! the coffee is just an added bonus"
"Why the charge extra for the size if they put less portion in the cup, they charge you the cup not for drink and also they didn't put any syrup on it when I wanted 4 pumps of symple syrup"
Caramel Macchiato
Freshly steamed milk with vanilla-flavored syrup marked with espresso and topped with a caramel drizzle for an oh-so-sweet finish.
$7.63
Caffè Latte
Our dark, rich espresso balanced with steamed milk and a light layer of foam. A perfect milk-forward warm-up.
$7.01
Sausage, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
A classic breakfast sandwich with 18g of protein - savory sausage patty, fluffy cage-free eggs and aged Cheddar cheese on a perfectly toasted English muffin.
$6.55
Double-Smoked Bacon, Cheddar & Egg Sandwich
Start your day with 21g of protein. This premium sandwich has bacon smoked for six hours over hickory wood chips, stacked with a cage-free fried egg, topped with a melted slice of sharp Cheddar cheese - all on our signature croissant bun.
$7.87
Happy Donuts De Anza

Happy Donuts De Anza

4.8
(100+)
• American • Donut Shop
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 32 min
"I appreciate that their communication in letting me know some items were out. Food was great."
"The donuts are delicious and perfectly sized!! They are so fresh and I appreciate them reading notes about needing some sprinkle donuts. Per my 4 year old nieces request. Definitely ordering again!!"
Croissant Breakfast Sandwiches
Glazed, sugar or cinnamon sugar.
$9.92
Donut Holes - 1 Dozen
Raspberry jelly, lemon jelly or bavarian cream.
$4.46
Jelly Filled
Mix of raised, cake, old fashion and specialty flavored donuts
$3.83
Bar
Glazed, sugar or cinnamon sugar.
$3.34
Philz Coffee

Philz Coffee

4.8
(1k+)
• Coffee • American
$0 delivery fee • 0.3 mi • 22 min
"I absolutely LOVE the Caramel Coconut, it is the perfect blend of salty and sweet and it tastes amazing with every sip"
"It tastes really good but I don’t think the cream or marshmallow were on it??"
Mint Mojito Iced Coffee
Our Ecstatic iced coffee, sweet and creamy with fresh mint.
$7.88
Philtered Soul
Hazelnut flavor and Chocolate.
$6.55
Tesora
Caramel, Nuts, Butter.
$6.82
Honey Haze
A sweet hazelnut treat made with Philtered Soul Cold Brew, honey and oat milk.
$7.95
IHOP

IHOP

4.5
(4k+)
• Chicken • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee • 12.3 mi • 45 min
"The Thick ‘N Fluffy French Toast Combo was delicious! Never disappoints. Unfortunately they gave me bacon instead of sausage. But it's fine my kid got extra. Happy Face® Pancake Combo put a smile on my kids face as soon as she seen it. The kids chocolate milk was a bit smaller than I anticipated but tasted great. My Fountain Drinks of Pepsi was flat but other than that great food."
"Be careful ordering the Lemon Ricotta Blueberry Crepes. The portion size is tiny, the blueberries are not fresh, they come as a jelly. $16.00 for too small crepes and a butof jelly is asking a lot. My Big Steak Omelette on the other hand, is amazing! "
Breakfast Sampler
Two eggs* your way, 2 custom cured hickory-smoked bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 thick-cut pieces of ham, golden hash browns & 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes.
$23.9
Big Steak Omelette
Your hunger won’t be at steak with this one. Our omelette+ stuffed with steak, hash browns, green peppers, onions, mushrooms, tomatoes & Cheddar cheese. Served with our salsa.
$22.42
Country Fried Steak & Eggs
Golden-battered beef steak smothered in hearty gravy. Served with 2 eggs* your way, golden hash browns & 2 fluffy buttermilk pancakes. Gravy may contain pork.
$21.12
Split Decision Breakfast
2 eggs*, 2 bacon strips, 2 pork sausage links, 2 buttermilk pancakes & 1 slice of our new Thick ‘N Fluffy French Toast.
$20.07
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.5
(10k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.8 mi • 29 min
"impressive every time, quality food at a great price"
"Meal for 2 crunch wrap supremes and burritos, everything was fresh and warm. Baja blast is delicious Nacho cheese was nice and warm Cinnamon Twists were crunchy and warm Everything was perfect and greatly appreciated Thank you "
Crunchwrap Supreme®
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, a crispy tostada shell, lettuce, diced tomatoes, and reduced-fat sour cream folded into our signature Crunchwrap form and grilled to go (530 cal.)
$8.5
Chicken Quesadilla
A large flour tortilla filled with a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses, grilled, marinated all-white-meat chicken, Creamy Jalapeño sauce, and grilled to perfection. (490 cal.)
$8.31
Bean Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with refried beans, Red Sauce, diced onions, and shredded cheddar cheese. Item is lacto-ovo, allowing for dairy & egg consumption. Preparation methods may lead to cross contact with meat. See ta.co for full details. (360 cal.)
$3.68
Nachos BellGrande®
Warm-and-crispy tortilla chips with seasoned beef, refried beans, diced tomatoes, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, and reduced-fat sour cream. (730 cal.)
$8.75
Rose Cafe & Donuts

Rose Cafe & Donuts

4.8
(6k+)
• Breakfast • Donuts
$0 delivery fee • 5.2 mi • 26 min
"Great #7. Breakfast Burrito, I was worried when I saw how big it was wrapped in a way that every bite is good. The hashbrowns are actually crispy and taste like potatoes, the bacon was also crispy, very fluffy eggs, and really fresh, non processed tasting ham"
"Fast service! always in time. Everytime I get their ultimate breakfast burrito, so full of protein to get me through the day. tried their platter today well, basically bigger protein without the burrito wrap. their potatoes and bacon are the best!"
#7. Breakfast Burrito
2 eggs, hash brown, ham, bacon, sausage, cheddar cheese, and monterey jack cheese. served with homemade salsa
$14.77
#0. Steak Burrito
2 eggs, hash brown, steaks, cheddar cheese, monterey jack cheese. served with homemade salsa
$14.64
#21. Eggs, (Ham, bacon, or sausage) Cheese
12 donuts hole
$9.13
#10. Veggie Burrito
2 slices of French toast, 1 pancake, 2 eggs, and choice of meat (ham, bacon, sausage).
$14.59
Orange Bowl

Orange Bowl

4.8
(1k+)
• Sandwiches • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 37 min
"Got the Chicken Teriyaki Bento lunch. It was very good and a good price. It was made to order so fresh. Portion is very generous. Service was friendly and the place was simple and clean. This was a pick up order but there are tables and chairs if you want to eat there. Will definitely order from here again!"
"WOW that was a delicious sausage Breakfast Burrito and salsa, so fresh. The French fries were done right, too. Double fried and crispy. The packaging was just right so they stayed that way. I will definitely order again."
Breakfast Burrito
10" tortilla filled potatoes, fluffy scrambled eggs , cheese, with bacon or sausage or ham and a side of salsa.
$10.13
Chicken Teriyaki
Fresh hand-picked, natural marinated grilled chicken legs served with homemade teriyaki sauce. Served with stir-fried vegetables over rice.
$14.2
Fire Chicken Teriyaki
Fresh hand-picked, natural marinated grilled chicken legs served with homemade teriyaki sauce w/our special hot sauce. Served with stir-fried vegetables over rice
$15.25
Beef Teriyaki
Fresh hand-picked beef tenderloin BBQ served with homemade teriyaki sauce. Served with stir-fried vegetables over rice.
$16.63
Nathan's Famous

Nathan's Famous

4.3
(100+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee • 9.3 mi • 42 min
"The shake was a mini and never stated the size, as for the picture it well looks like a medium or large. Need to update the milkshake pictures"
"I ordered a Philly Cheesesteak and there was simply not enough meat for being 14$. However, the food tasted good and they open late with DashPass."
Hot Dog
Nathan's Famous All Beef Hot Dog.
$4.99
Chili Cheese Dog
All Beef Hot Dog topped with chili and cheese sauce.
$6.99
Chicken Tenders Combo
Crispy white meat fried chicken tenders with choice of dipping sauce. Served with crinkle cut fries.
$13.32
New York Cheesecake
With Strawberry Topping on the side
$3.99
Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee

4.8
(1k+)
• Coffee • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 27 min
"There was WAY too much cream in my coffee. Food was delicious. "
"Pumpkin Latte plus vanilla syrup and cardamom citrus syrup with a cinnamon topper is sooooo good. Chicken Chorizo Wrap is my addiction I get it every time and it hits every time. Never burnt never frozen in the middle. Really consistent portions and quality from this place. Food always tastes fresh."
Caffe Latte
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam.
$7.03
Oatmeal
Healthy whole-grain, steel-cut oats make for a nutritious morning
$4.47
Turkey Bacon & Egg White Sandwich
Extra crispy lean turkey bacon, egg whites, and Swiss cheese sandwiched inside a toasty English muffin.
$6.18
Iced Vanilla Latte
Madagascar Vanilla takes a refreshing turn with cold milk and freshly pulled espresso, poured fresh foam.
$7.46
Towers Cafe

Towers Cafe

4.4
(300+)
• Breakfast • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 10.4 mi • 36 min
$4 off on $34+
"Pacific Tuna Melt Chili Soup With Red Onion & Shredded Cheese were excellent but I did not receive the Macaroni/ Potato Salad"
"Ordered this multiple times before and it's usually great but today it was literally half the size it normally is. Barely any tuna inside the wrap. Tasted fine but being half the size as usual wasn't worth $12. "
Super Breakfast Burrito
Eggs, diced bell pepper, onion, tomato, mushroom, turkey and Monterey jack cheese
$12.17
Vietnamese Iced Coffee
Indulge in the rich and creamy goodness of Vietnamese Iced Coffee, a delightful blend of strong coffee and sweetened condensed milk that will transport you to the bustling streets of Vietnam with every sip
$7.66
Meat Lovers Burrito
Scrambled eggs, ham, sausage, bacon, butter and Monterey jack cheese
$12.8
Egg Salad Sandwich
Make to order egg salad, lettuce, tomato & mayo on your choice of bread
$15.45
BAE

BAE

4.8
(800+)
• Breakfast • Empanadas
$0 delivery fee • 9.3 mi • 42 min
"All Empanadas I ordered were so good - Beef Mediterranean Emp Black Forest Ham Eggs And Cheese Raspberry Creamcheese. It was packed well and retained the heat. The crust was crunchy and ingredients filling. Best fusion empanadas out there!"
"I always, consistently receive delicious tasty food and the ice tea is refreshing every time. My favorite hands down is the Chicken Mushroom empanada!!! It's the perfect portion and I've been ordering it for 2 months now on a daily basis!!!"
Chicken Mushroom
Buttery chicken breast and flavorful mushrooms in a delicious Philadelphia cream cheese stew, rocoto sauce.
$9.59
Chicken Cilantro
A fiesta of flavors! Diced chicken breast, white onions, Spanish paprika, and a sprinkle of cilantro come together for a taste that will dance on your palate.
$9.55
Spinach And Cheese
Sautéed spinach, ricotta, onions and Monterey jack cheese. A savory and hearty empanada, simple yet totally satisfying.
$9.63
Chorizo Eggs and Cheese
Spicy Mexican chorizo, eggs, potatoes, onions and of course, jalapenos on top, this empanada will get you moving amigos.
$8.52
Manley Donuts

Manley Donuts

4.8
(1k+)
• American • Donut Shop
$0 delivery fee • 10.2 mi • 38 min
"Delicious! This place has the best custard filled 1/2 Dozen filled donut holes. The custard is fresh and doesnt have a tangy taste to it. So good. The plain Bagel cream cheese was good too. Always hits the spot!"
"THESE WERE THE BEST DONUTS WE HAVE EVER HAD! we thought we had had fresh donuts before all of us. we have been sadly mistaken! these donuts were the lightest fluffiest donuts ever and the freshest! the old fashioned donuts were moist and delicious! when we say the best donuts we've ever had our ages range from 80 to 50 years old!💕"
🍩 Donut
Glazed.
$8.49
Coffee
Six donuts, featuring a mix of raised, cake, and old-fashioned varieties, each prepared in classic American style. We would try to fulfill the request but sometimes those donuts would not be available. Please be understanding.
$3.12
(Dozen) Donut Hole
Assorted donuts including glazed, chocolate frosted, powdered sugar, red velvet, sprinkles, coconut, and nut-topped varieties. We would try to fulfill the request but sometimes those donuts would not be available. Please be understanding.
$4.3
(1/2 Dozen) Raised / Cake / Old Fashion
Bacon, Egg and cheese on a croissant.
$13.12
Rainbow Donuts

Rainbow Donuts

4.7
(200+)
• American • Donut Shop
$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 29 min
"Amazing and fresh donuts some of the best I have had in a long time! Not greasy or dry like some are!"
"Donuts are big and tasty but the Cinnamon Roll could have had more cinnamon flavor. Jalapeño cheese bagel dog was big but tasted old"
Bars
Powder, cinnamon, glaze.
$3.49
Egg with Cheese Bagel (Meat Optional)
Old fashion Donut Plain, Glaze, chocolate, Maple
$8.86
A Dozen Glaze donut Hole
A random assortment of 12 delicious Raised, Old Fashioned and Cake donuts in a box. Donuts will vary between orders.
$4.59
Dozen Donuts
French Cruller Donut Glaze, Chocolate Covered, Maple Covered, Strawberry Covered
$25.65
Basket Bagels & Bakery

Basket Bagels & Bakery

4.8
(100+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 8.9 mi • 38 min
"The Salted Cream iced coffee is so good but it is decadent. However they make their salted foam it makes it thick and a bit sticky. It almost has a marshmallow texture. May even have some marshmallow in it, I'm not even sure. If you like sweet then this is it. It's a little too sweet for me but when my sweet tooth kicks in it didn't trick."
"I love this place . I come here for all my bagel and drinks very clean and nice staff."
4. Bacon, Egg, & Cheese
Chive, jalapeño, tomato basil, veggie, garlic herb, strawberry, or honey walnut.
$8.27
Vietnamese Coffee
Plain, sesame, blueberry, cinnamon raisin, whole wheat, poppy, combination, onion, and garlic.
$7.32
6. Sausage, Egg, & Cheese
Tomato, avocado, bacon, and Pepper Jack.
$8.43
Half Dozen regular Bagels
Plain, sesame, blueberry, cinnamon raisin, whole wheat, poppy, combination, onion, and garlic.
$11.93
Bagel Street Cafe

Bagel Street Cafe

4.7
(700+)
• Cafe • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 6.9 mi • 36 min
"The Bagels here are perfectly baked and ready for toastin or eating plain out of the bag. The club sandwich is made to order. Love the lettucce, tomato, bacon, turkey and cucumber. They always contact me, to make sure my order is perfect. "
"Tammy makes great sammies! Best sandwiches around great tuna melt, and super breakfast sandwiches! Bagel dog is great too! Roger and Maureen love Tammy!"
4. Eggwich Deluxe
Egg, cheese, your choice of meat sserved on your choice of bagel.
$9.8
Bagel with Plain Cream Cheese
Bagel smeared with plain cream cheese. choice of various bagel flavors, including savory options like pesto and asiago, sweet varieties like blueberry and cinnamon raisin, and classic selections like everything and plain.
$6.33
Nova Slice Lox
Served with plain cream cheese, lox, tomato, onion and caper on your choice of bagel.
$14.74
5. Eggwich Club
Egg, cheese, choice of meat and avacado served on your choice of bagel.
$11.66
Camden Donuts

Camden Donuts

4.6
(10+)
• American • Donut Shop
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 36 min
A Dozen Glaze donut Hole
Powder, cinnamon, glaze.
$4.59
French Cruller
French Cruller Donut Glaze, Chocolate Covered, Maple Covered, Strawberry Covered
$3.25
Bars
Scrambled eggs, potato, cheese, meat, onion, tomato.
$3.5
Egg with Cheese Croissant (Meat Optional)
Chocolate frosting cake donut ,Color sprinkle, peanut, coconut, chocolate sprinkle
$9.81
Big E Cafe

Big E Cafe

4.8
(200+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 9.7 mi • 42 min
"This was my first order from Big E, but I'll be coming back for sure. The food was delicious: I ordered the Potatoes Eggs and Cheese. So good! I also got a mango smoothie, and it was very tasty too. The size of the meal was perfect and filling, and the ingredients were fresh and tasty. I highly recommend Big E's!"
"Mexican Mocha is SPICY!!! For a coffee, it has a kick! Chicken Cilantro is tasty. Good size portion. Chorizo Eggs and Cheese Hubby loves it!"
Bacon Eggs and Cheese
Smoky bacon, fluffy scrambled eggs and warm cheddar cheese makes this empanada a bacon lover's favorite.
$8.28
Potatoes Eggs and Cheese
Seasoned baked russet potatoes paired with a touch of sweet white onions, cheddar cheese and eggs.
$7.98
Chorizo Eggs and Cheese
Spicy Mexican chorizo, eggs, potatoes, onions and of course, jalapenos on top, this empanada will get you moving amigos.
$8.28
Lomo Saltado
Our own take on a traditional Peruvian dish, beef, saute onions, potatoes, tangy sun dried tomatoes in a smokie chipotle pepper sauce, chimichurri Sauce.
$9.69

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