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Best American Restaurants Nearby in Natick

Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.0
(7k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 10.8 mi • 48 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"they only filled my sour cream side halfway but, everything else was on point. like the Cantina Chicken Quesadilla and Large Nacho Fries"
"The food tasted horrible. The chips were a burnt flavor. The meat tasted like the seasoning wasn't even mixed. Nothing seemed fresh at all."
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.)
$7.77
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.)
$7.53
Crunchwrap Supreme® Combo
Includes a Crunchwrap Supreme®, a Crunchy Taco, and a Large fountain drink. (700-1120 cal.)
$13.52
Grilled Cheese Burrito
A warm flour tortilla with seasoned beef, warm Nacho Cheese sauce, seasoned rice, crunchy fiesta strips, Creamy Chipotle sauce, reduced-fat sour cream, and a blend of mozzarella, pepperjack, and cheddar cheeses with even more cheese grilled on the top. (690 cal.)
$7.38
IHOP

IHOP

4.3
(3k+)
• Chicken • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee • 5.5 mi • 42 min
"Great hash browns and burrito. Love the flavors and textures of both. Pancakes are also perfect, of course."
"Omelette was meh. Eggs were bland and there was so much cheese I couldn't even eat half of it. The pancakes were good but I guess that's why it's the international house of pancakes and not omelettes. For the price I wouldn't order again on DoorDash or in person."
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.
$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.
$19.13
Hickory-Smoked Bacon Strips
Gluten-friendly
$5.77
Build Your Own Omelette+
The only tools required are silverware... and your imagination. Start by choosing your favorite cheese and then add your favorite ingredients.
$20.57
Burger King

Burger King

4.1
(4k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 38 min
"Delicious and hot! Got the Bacon King Sandwich Meal and it was good as always. Ham, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Meal was delicious! Crispy 5PC French Toast Sticks were better than last time!"
"Bacon king hamburger did not taste like it used to The bun was cold and it had about 3 strips of bacon ."
Bacon King Meal
Two 1/4 lb* flame-grilled beef patties with crispy bacon, melted American cheese, ketchup, and creamy mayonnaise on a toasted sesame seed bun. *Weight based on pre-cooked patty.
$17.2
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.
$14.88
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.
$4.73
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$8.59
Domino's

Domino's

4.5
(200+)
• Pizza • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Build Your Own Pizza
A custom pizza made to order. Choose from any of our delicious crust styles, including Handmade Pan.
$15.69
Ultimate Pepperoni
Two layers of pepperoni sandwiched between provolone, Parmesan-Asiago and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella then sprinkled with oregano.
$18.3
Wisconsin 6-Cheese
Feta, provolone, cheddar, Parmesan-Asiago, cheese made with 100% real mozzarella and sprinkled with oregano.
$18.48
Honolulu Hawaiian
Sliced ham, smoked bacon, pineapple, fresh green peppers, provolone and cheese made with 100% real mozzarella.
$18.39
Tango Pizza

Tango Pizza

4.6
(600+)
• Italian • Pizza
$0 delivery fee
"Good local food place if you want a consistent flavor and good quality . The 2 Large Cheese Pizzas combo and calzones are always marked at a great price for the amount of food you get so if you're buying for a party you get a better bang for your buck. Very flavorful food, every time I eat hear I can taste the fresh ingredients."
"Wings were really good (great sauce, perfect amount of sauce great taste and consistency) , pizza was awesome (great taste, consistency, slice size, but the fries weren't the best. Great price too. Will be ordering again for sure."
Cheese (Large)
Ham, pineapple, chicken and bacon.
$18.05
Cheese (Small)
Three-layer sponge cake soaked in a mixture of evaporated milk, condensed milk, and heavy cream, topped with whipped cream and fresh strawberries.
$11.6
Mozzarella Sticks (8)
Layers of lemon-flavored cake with creamy filling, topped with white chocolate curls and garnished with lemon slices.
$8.91
2 Large Cheese Pizzas
Layers of phyllo dough filled with a mixture of chopped nuts and sweetened with honey.
$25.22
Best of Wonder

Best of Wonder

American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee
30% off on $25+
6 Piece Wings
6 juicy wings—your choice of classic or boneless—in the flavor you’re craving
$13.63
Cheesesteak Quesadilla
Adobo steak, queso, fajita vegetables, and a blend of melted cheeses all perfectly folded in a soft, toasty flour tortilla
$14.67
Spicy Salmon & Tuna Poke Bowl
Raw salmon* and yellowfin tuna* in soy marinade, with avocado, edamame, wakame (seaweed salad), cucumber, pickled ginger, radish, scallion, shredded carrot, and furikake seasoning. Topped with spicy sriracha mayo
$20.92
Pepperoni Pizza
Marinara and mozzarella are topped with crisp pepperoni cups in Alanza's version of the classic favorite. 12" pie - 6 slices
$12.55
Stella's Pizza

Stella's Pizza

4.7
(200+)
• Italian • Pizza
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"Ordered a pizza and, as usual, is delicious, but it would be great if the restaurant would seal their pizza boxes before it left their restaurant. Im not saying the driver tampered with anything, but it would have given me a piece of mind knowing there's no chance of tampering."
"Pizza is delicous best around "
Cheese Pizza
White diced chicken marinated in spicy buffalo sauce & blue cheese dressing (no tomato sauce).
$17.03
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Three cheese blend w/fresh garlic, EVOO & oregano (white pizza, no tomato sauce).
$18.6
Chicken Parm Sandwich
Mushrooms, green peppers, onions, olives, sausage & pepperoni.
$16.23
Pepperoni Pizza
Feta, spinach, olives & tomato.
$19.42
Rhino Restaurant & Lounge

Rhino Restaurant & Lounge

4.5
(80+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
$5 off on $30+
"Food was good but meat was too bony"
"Fried cassava was rather more boiled and not crispy and golden as expected from picture."
Matooke with 2 sides/ Beef Stew
Slowly cooked beef with an assortment of light fresh vegetables and special spices. [*Served Matooke Served with Rice Pillau and a veggie (green bean Kale and Spinach), Cassava &/or Lumonde (Sweet Potato), Nsuju (Squash)/Yam (Juuni), Posho (Maize flour Mash) ]
$26.4
Beef Stew only
Slowly cooked beef with an assortment of light fresh vegetables and special spices. [*Served with your choice of Rice, Matooke, or Chapati.]
$9.31
Rice Pilau only
Afro kidney bean Stew (Slow Cooked)
$7.88
Bean Stew only
Slowly cooked chicken with an assortment of light fresh vegetables and special spices. [*Served Matooke Served with Rice Pillau and a veggie (green bean Kale and Spinach), Cassava &/or Lumonde (Sweet Potato), Nsuju (Squash)/Yam (Juuni), Posho (Maize flour Mash) ]
$6.99
Dave's Hot Chicken

Dave's Hot Chicken

4.7
(800+)
• Chicken • Spicy Chicken
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"the reaper tender burned my taste bud off overall 10/10 definitely the portions were on point very fresh and juicy I reccommend it heavily"
"Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries all around, a pretty decent meal, relatively cheap, pretty filling advertisers on tiktok over glorify the meal for sure, it's nowhere near as good as they make it out to be but that's not to say it was bad food, or I wasn't satisfied by eating it, the chicken for what it's worth is still very good, especially with the combined pickles and spicy seasoning the fries were spiced very well, and they were quite delicious, the only thing I would really have to complain about is the fact that the food does not hold its temperature well and for very long, it was lukewarm/room temp bordering on kind of cold by the time it arrived and so the meal was not as satisfying as it could have been, were it fresher overall, I would likely order it again if i was in the mood for it, but you are honestly better off driving there to have it first hand and fresh"
Dave's #2: 2 Sliders w/ Fries
Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce
$18.53
Dave's #1: 2 Tenders w/ Fries
All tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce
$15.85
Dave's #3: 1 Tender & 1 Slider w/ Fries
Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce & all tenders are served with sliced bread, pickles and a side of Dave's sauce.
$17.14
Dave's #4: 1 Slider with Fries
Sliders are served on a potato bun with kale slaw, pickles and drizzled with Dave's sauce
$12.89
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

4.2
(4k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"In my last review of this store I mentioned that the chicken I received was overcooked and dry. On my next order I noticed that the way the chicken was cooked had improved! It was like it used to be! Perfectly cooked and juicy! I'm so impressed that this store takes customer comments to heart. I truly appreciate it. I always order the same thing: 4 pc combo with drink and a side."
" Everything I received was good. 2 problems though: instead of 3 tenders I only received 2. Also I had asked for the Louisiana (Cajun?) mustard but did not receive it. I hope they will be more careful next order "
Classic Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and classic mayo.
$7.56
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
A juicy chicken breast fillet marinated in Popeyes seasonings, hand battered and breaded in our buttermilk system, fried until golden brown. Sandwiched between two buttery toasted brioche buns, topped with our barrel cured pickle slices and spicy mayo.
$7.59
4Pc Signature Chicken
5 pieces of our famous chicken tenders marinated in mouthwatering Louisiana herbs and seasonings then hand battered and breaded in our crunchy southern coating. Fried until golden brown. Includes dipping sauce.
$14.87
5Pc Tenders Combo
Warm buttermilk biscuit.
$16.93
Kennedy's Restaurant

Kennedy's Restaurant

4.7
(30+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
Farther away (+$2.99 fee)
Sirloin Tips
Our famous house marinated sirloin tips char-grilled.
$33.61
Chicken Supreme
A house favorite! Breast of chicken breaded and fried and topped with our famous supreme sauce, cranberry sauce.
$29.44
Pub Popover
Our Famous recipe! Served with butter, maple syrup or beef broth.
$7.8
Broiled Haddock
Lightly crumbed and oven broiled, moist and flaky.
$33.34
The Mainstay by Marc Murphy - Wonder

The Mainstay by Marc Murphy - Wonder

American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
30% off on $45+
Kids' Chicken Tenders
3 crispy strips of chicken, breaded and fried until golden brown. Served with honey mustard or ketchup for dipping
$9.75
Loaded Baked Potato
A perfectly baked Idaho potato topped with all the classic favorites: melted Tillamook cheddar cheese, bacon, fresh scallions, and a side of sour cream
$9.15
Mainstay Steak Frites
Pan-seared, 10-oz Angus Reserve sirloin steak* topped with garlicky chimichurri and blue cheese crumbles. Served with a side of warm, crispy fries
$33.65
Dark & White Chocolate Toffee Cookie by Hungry Gnome
A large, thick, and chewy cookie that's packed with dark & white chocolate chunks, milk chocolate chips, and salted English toffee bits. 6 oz
$5.55
Wings Over

Wings Over

4.4
(2k+)
• $$
$0 delivery fee
"Box is great pretty cool packeging, blue cheese is more than plenty for a six piece, most places charge you extra. Portion size is on point! They added ketchup packages without me asking, that's dope! No napkins added but all good I got my own. Definitely recommend it!"
"Love these guys absolute beasts, chicken is crispy and fresh always. You get what you pay for. My go to spot."
6 Tender Pack
6 Tenders with up to 2 flavors, 1 dip, and a side 1160 - 2630 cal
$21.73
8 Tender Group Pack for 2
8 Tenders with up to 2 flavors, 2 dips, and a large side 1660 - 3910 cal
$28.57
4 Tender Pack
4 Tenders with 1 flavor, 1 dip, and a side 830 - 2070 cal
$17.94
3 Tender Pack
3 Tenders with 1 flavor, 1 dip, and a side 660 - 1900 cal
$14.82
GOD IS FIRST ALL THE TIME  Dominican and American fresh food

GOD IS FIRST ALL THE TIME Dominican and American fresh food

American • Catering
$0 delivery fee
$3 off on $15+
Crispy Fried Pork and Fried Plantains
Chicken or pork and Pico de gallo de tomate cebolla ,salsa de verde hecho con ajo salsa picante lechuga . $2.99 each
$11.99
Dominican Yaroa
Bread with ground meat, onion, tomato and sauces, and chopped lettuce
$12.99
Chimi
Chicharrón with cheese or Beans with salsa verde de ajo $2.99 each
$9.99
Pollo Frito con Plátano Fritos
Rice with minced meat and vegetables, fried chicken, plantain, and a drink.
$15.99
The Brass Tap

The Brass Tap

4.4
(10+)
• American • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Aged cheddar cheese, romaine lettuce, pickle & mayo on a butter brioche bun (1320 CAL.)
$18.79
6 Boneless Wings
Celery & bleu cheese dressing, tossed in your choice of sauce or dry rub. (930 - 1490 CAL.)
$13.89
All American Pub Burger 6oz
Aged cheddar cheese, Applewood bacon, lettuce, tomato, pickle on a butter brioche bun served with crinkle-cut fries (1210 CAL.)
$18.12
Chicken Tenders
BBQ sauce with coleslaw & crinkle-cut fries (1300 CAL.)
$20.53
Vivilicious Chocolates

Vivilicious Chocolates

Sweets • Dessert
$0 delivery fee
Moonlit Bites (5 Belgian Chocolate Sandwich Cookies)
Luxurious Belgian chocolate sandwich cookies filled with signature caramel mousse and silky buttercream, crafted with just five preservative-free ingredients.
$10
Chocolovers: A Luxurious Assortment of Dark Chocolate Truffles
The chocolovers assortment offers you the opportunity to Immerse yourself in the flawless harmony premium dark chocolates from around the world. Pure, single-origin, fairtrade, and organic chocolates are the main ingredient in these truffles. This collection is a symphony of ethical and premium ingredients. Available in 4, 6, 12, 24-piece boxes. Chocolovers Original: Where it all began for Vivilicious - the full range of chocolate aromatics: a velvety inside matched perfectly with a crispy layer of Belgian chocolate outside. Black Diamond - Dark Chocolate with Fleur del Sel: Elevate your senses with the Black Diamond truffle, where the rich allure of dark chocolate meets the delicate enhancement of Fleur del Sel. This meticulous combination creates an exquisite dance of sweet and savory, offering a luxurious experience for the discerning palate. Signature Dark Chocolate Robust: Indulge in the robust elegance of our signature truffle, featuring a coating of 100% cocoa from Ghana. This addition introduces floral delicate notes to the bold and earthy cocoa, creating a truly unique and unforgettable flavor profile. Like all our truffles, it's a guilt-free pleasure—pure, single-origin, fairtrade, and organic. Savor the sophistication of Vivilicious Chocolate Truffles—where every bite is a journey into the world of ethical indulgence. Elevate your chocolate experience with the Chocolovers Collection today.
$50
Dubai Bar
She’s here, she’s viral, and she’s not playing around. Meet the Vivilicious Dubai bar—layers of crunchy handmade filo and velvety pistachio paste, enrobed in silky premium chocolate. A crisp snap. A melt-in-your-mouth moment. A love letter to luxury—our way. You’ve seen the viral version... but we made her artisanal. And a little sassier.
$13
Eclipse Bars (free-form chocolate bars)
Vivilicious presents Chocolate Eclipses Bars, a testament to our artisanal craftsmanship. Handcrafted without machines or molds, these format bars offer an infinite symphony of flavors, a circular journey of taste that's unlike any other. Delight in light, perfectly tempered, crisp, and crackly chocolate bites that harmoniously blend nature's bounty – from rich cocoa to subtle herbs, spices, flowers, and wholesome dry fruits. Each bite is an authentic experience, embodying our unwavering commitment to quality, flavor, and indulgence. Indulge in the infinite essence of nature-infused, free-organic chocolate with Vivilicious Chocolate Eclipses Bars.
$15
Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

4.6
(20+)
• American • Barbecue & Smokehouse
$0 delivery fee
30% off on $40+
Pork Ribs
Pork ribs with a caramelized exterior and pink ring around the edge achieved by patiently slow smoking. Coated in smoked hickory barbecue sauce. Served by the half rack, with pickles on the side
$21.58
Brisket
This Prime beef is smoked for 12+ hours until fork-tender with a crunchy crust and telltale pink smoke ring. Served with pickles and a trio of sauces: Original BBQ, Sweet & Sticky, and Carolina gold
$21.58
Lone Star Combo
Choose an entrée, pair it with a side, and complete your meal with a drink.
$28.06
Cornbread
The ultimate, goes-with-anything side: airy cornbread and rich, delicious orange honey butter
$6.68
Blue On Highland

Blue On Highland

4.7
(70+)
• American • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee
"Genuinely the best donut holes I've ever had in my life. I wish there were more. The sugar flavor was so freaking good!"
"Ordered a turkey burger . Burnt on both sides . Fries were tiny . I will not order again . Very disappointed"
Steak Tips
12oz marinated sirloin tips, green beans, red skin garlic mash
$34.15
Vermonter
Cabot Vermont cheddar
$21.78
Chicken Wings
Applewood smoked bacon
$20.34
Chicken Parmesan
caramelized onions
$29.64
Blue Square Pizza

Blue Square Pizza

Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee
Newly Added
NY Classic Cheese LG
mexican oregano, signature pizza sauce, whole milk mozzarella, evoo, parmigiano reggiano
$26.36
NY Classic Cheese SM
mexican oregano, signature pizza sauce, whole milk mozzarella, EVOO, parmigiano reggiano
$18.98
NY Pepperoni, Burrata, Hot Honey SM
mexican oregano, signature pizza sauce, whole milk mozzarella, ezzo pepperoni, burrata, hot honey, parmigiano reggiano
$27.05
NY Pepperoni LG
mexican oregano, whole milk mozzarella, signature pizza sauce, ezzo pepperoni, parmigiano reggiano
$28.54
Da Vinci Bistro

Da Vinci Bistro

4.7
(1k+)
• Italian • Takeout
$0 delivery fee
"GF Chicken Parmesan is AMAZING!!! Their food is always delicious!!! And always handed with a lot of care!!! "
"They have the most incredible, authentic Italian food I've ever eaten at a restaurant!! Their beef tenderloin melts in your mouth like butter. You don't even need a knife. Their muscles are absolutely amazing!Bravo to their Chefs! "
Chicken Parmesan
Panko crusted boneless chicken breast topped with a plum tomato sauce and melted mozzarella di Bufala. Served with a side of rigatoni pomodoro
$31
Rigatoni Alla Bolognese
Tossed in a slow cooked sauce of tomatoes, ground sirloin and red wine
$28
Mozzarella Burrata (GF)
Tomatoes stacked with mozzarella burrata and basil. Topped with reduced balsamic vinegar
$17.12
Orecchiette
Served with sausage, mushrooms and roasted peppers in a red wine sauce. Topped with Pecorino.
$28.13
Conrads

Conrads

4.7
(90+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee
"The White chocolate Cherry Bread Pudding is phenomenal.... the flavors taste, fresh ingredients and great portion... it is PERFECT! My husband & I have ordered it so many times for dessert that I know it has to be a MINIMUM of 20 purchases if that says anything! This is really Highly RECOMMENDED! TINY FEEDBACK & COMPLAINT (ONLY small ones that ): We only wish it came with some more ice cream... that's our ONLY COMPLAINT.... they provide you with a small condiment container & it's not even full. Aside from the ice cream issue, the whole bread pudding dessert is absolutely phenomenal. We really have nothing bad to say about it other than it's highly recommended. Just make sure you have some of your own vanilla ice cream to add to it."
"the chicken and steak were both really good, and flavorful. The potatoes were also good!! I think i was expecting more for the price. I added mac and cheese as a side for an extra $3.. and it was so tiny, portioned in a sauce container. it was also overcooked and bland, so wouldn't recommend it. the pretzels were very basic, cheese sauce also not the best and not as pictured online."
"Conrad's Famous" Marinated Sirloin Steak Tips
Tender juicy sirloin tips marinated & cooked to perfection. **Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness
$30.59
Chicken Tenders
Lightly breaded chicken tenders with choice of flavors.
$15.66
Kids Steak Tips
Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness
$13.42
Conrad's Club
Cheeseburger, Chicken or Turkey served with your choice of white or wheat bread **Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of food-borne illness
$19.79

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