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Best American Restaurants Nearby in Newtown

Wingstop

Wingstop

4.5
(2k+)
• Dinner • Chicken Tenders
$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 33 min
"love love love love ty for the flats . very large and juicy wings always will I come back as a return customer for life now ty 🙏😊"
"the atomic tenders are really spicy if you wanna have a challenge i recommend and the garlic parm tenders are amazing too"
Boneless Meal Deal
Comes with 20 Boneless Wings in your choice of 4 flavors, with a large fry and 2 dips. (Feeds 2-3)
$21.57
10 Wings
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors. (Dip not included)
$19.07
10 pc Wing Combo
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$23.58
6 pc Wing Combo
6 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$17.32
Sonic Drive-In

Sonic Drive-In

4.3
(1k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 12.8 mi • 39 min
Farther away
" The slushy's are the best! I got grape this time. And when you order a large, it's exactly what a large large should be! Try to order a slushy from other places and they give you half the size and still call it a large! also ordered milkshakes and they were delicious as well! The strawberry milkshake with real banana added awesome! Definitely would order again! "
"$27 for a burger, fries, and a shake. Burger tastes very low quality. Milkshake doesn't even taste like ice cream. At least burger was made to order. Bad quality and overpriced."
SONIC Blasts®
Your choice of candy or cookie pieces swirled with SONIC's creamy vanilla soft serve, the way they should be. All mixed up.
$7.78
Sodas
More options of cold, bubbly refreshments with your choice of flavor add-ins, all served over our famous SONIC ice.
$4.79
Mozzarella Sticks
Crispy on the outside, gooey on the inside! Our Mozzarella Sticks are made with melty, real mozzarella cheese breaded and perfectly fried. Add a sauce of your choice for dipping!
$7.17
Classic Shakes
Creamy vanilla soft serve mixed with your favorite flavors into a thick, cold, creamy shake and finished with whipped topping and a cherry. The perfect treat or addition to your meal.
$7.17
Arby's

Arby's

4.4
(2k+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 9.1 mi • 32 min
"These are the best mozzarella sticks i will ever eat in my entire life, I never leave reviews but these things deserve it. No other brand or even homemade can top these haha! Always my go too when I'm near an Arbys :)"
"Slimy and quite disgusting gray roast beef and some really bad cheese sauce. Gyros were edible, that was not."
Classic Beef 'n Cheddar
Thinly sliced roast beef with warm cheddar sauce and zesty red ranch sauce on a toasted onion roll. Visit arbys.com for nutritional and allergen information.
$9.52
Mozzarella Sticks (6 ea.)
Stretchy, cheesy, melty mozzarella that's battered and fried. Served with a marinara sauce for dipping. Visit arbys.com for nutritional and allergen information.
$6.51
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
A crispy, juicy chicken breast topped with shredded lettuce, tomato, and mayonnaise on a toasted buttery brioche bun.  Visit arbys.com for nutritional and allergen information.
$10.31
Chicken Tenders (5 ea.)
5 crispy chicken tenders served with your choice of dipping sauce. Visit arbys.com for nutritional and allergen information.
$11.74
Michaels Tap Room

Michaels Tap Room

4.7
(100+)
• American • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 5.0 mi • 33 min
"Best wings around"
"Food was good but I ordered a taco salad that was supposed to be served in a taco shell, but instead it arrived in a foil container. Not good  and should be less money."
10 Wings
Crispy chicken cutlet / bacon / cheddar cheese / lettuce / tomato / ranch dressing / served on a roll
$23.26
Chicken Bacon Ranch
Grilled chicken/buffalo sauce / slices of parmesan / lettuce / caesar dressing / whole wheat wrap
$22.64
Buffalo Chicken Caesar Wrap
Garlic mashed potato / bacon / Monterey jack cheese / side sour cream
$22.52
Hanging Pretzel
lettuce / bacon / grilled chicken / tomato / onion/ hardboiled egg / crumbled bleu cheese
$17.55
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.3
(3k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.8 mi • 28 min
15% off on $34+
"Taco Bell together with our DoorDasher provided us excellent service. Accurate order and beat the time estimate! we would definitely order again Well done !"
"This is awful. I ordered 7 HARD SHELL tacos and I only received 5 and one to them was soft shell. This store and employees need to ensure and double check that not only the right quantity is correct but also the quality. I paid $40+ for missing items and items that are incorrect. I want a refund. NEVER buying from this store again."
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.)
$7.22
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.)
$6.85
MTN DEW® Baja Blast®
The exhilarating taste of DEW® and a blast of tropical lime flavor. Small MTN DEW® Baja Blast® (220 cal.) Medium MTN DEW® Baja Blast® (280 cal.) Large MTN DEW® Baja Blast® (410 cal.)
$3.63
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.)
$7.12
Fred's Meat & Bread By Wonder

Fred's Meat & Bread By Wonder

4.6
(10+)
• American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 35 min
30% off on $30+
"Cheesesteak Combo , Cuban bread is excellent, nice and tasty"
"Bacon Stack was delicious and well prepared... the Korean Cheesesteak however is inedible... its so soggy might be an item ya leave off the menu. Then the onion rings the bread is perfectly crispy the onions aren't cooked at all."
Bacon Stack
Two smash-style 4-ounce beef patties, cooked well-done, layered with melted American cheese, mayo, pickles, and crispy wood-smoked bacon on a brioche bun
$13.75
Cheesesteak Combo
Fred’s classic cheesesteak with griddled ribeye, onions, garlic aioli, and ooey American cheese, plus your choice of fries and drink
$19.77
Cheesesteak
Roll up your sleeves, grab some extra napkins, and dig in to this Fred’s signature: griddled ribeye, onions, garlic aioli, and lots of gooey American cheese
$15.59
Burger Stack (Hold the Cheese)
Two smash-style 4-ounce beef patties, cooked well-done, topped with mayo and pickles on a brioche bun
$10.95
Shah's Halal Food

Shah's Halal Food

4.6
(1k+)
• Halal • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 7.1 mi • 32 min
"Really fast and delicious!! The fries are flavorful and so was the grypthey pair so well. The portion is really good for the price point this is sure to get you full!! "
"I ordered a bowl and created my own and it was absolutely delicious fresh the white sauce is amazing. I ended up ordering again the following day a chicken Gyro, which was a little spicy, but it was delicious. Peter was nice and soft and grilled and warm I cannot say enough good things about this place."
Special Platter
Create your perfect platter—choose your protein, base, fresh toppings, and sauces just the way you like it.
$19.27
Chicken over Rice
A delicious meal of juicy chicken marinated and grilled to perfection served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.
$14.07
Combo over rice (cont beef)
Delicious meal of juicy chicken marinated and ground Beef & Lamb mixed with finest herbs and spices, grilled to perfection and served over our signature aromatic basmati rice and salad of your choice.
$13.9
Special Gyro
Juicy chicken marinated and ground lamb (contains beef) mixed with finest herbs and spices, grilled to perfection over 8 inch pita with choice of salad and sauce.
$17.09
Papa Johns Pizza

Papa Johns Pizza

4.5
(2k+)
• Chicken Wings • Pizza
$0 delivery fee • 9.0 mi • 35 min
"My first Papa John's experience. This made to order pizza was PERFECT! Robust sauce, pan pizza, cooked perfect. I WILL order again"
"Sauce sporadically poured over boneless wings instead of evenly sauced. Asked for extra sauce but didn't get it. And one very small container of marinara sauce only half full for 10 very large breadsticks. First time order. Not thrilled "
Pepperoni Pizza
Pepperoni, cheese and pizza sauce on your choice of crust.
$15.79
Cheese Pizza
Cheese and pizza sauce on your choice of crust.
$15.97
Create Your Own Pizza
Build your own custom pizza and we'll handcraft it for you. With so many delicious options to choose from, your masterpiece is waiting!
$18.16
Cheesy Garlic Bread
Ciabatta bread topped with garlic parmesan sauce and Italian seasoning, covered in cheese, baked to a golden brown, and cut into 6 pieces. Served with our original pizza dipping sauce.
$6.57
Best of Wonder

Best of Wonder

4.3
(10+)
• Italian • American
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 37 min
"The salad was great and large, but there was only a tiny tub of dressing. "
6 Piece Wings
6 juicy wings—your choice of classic or boneless—in the flavor you’re craving
$13.92
Cheesesteak Quesadilla
Adobo steak, queso, fajita vegetables, and a blend of melted cheeses all perfectly folded in a soft, toasty flour tortilla
$14.17
Essentials Bowl
Everything you need and nothing you don't: white rice, black beans, guacamole, pico de gallo, and shredded cheese, plus your choice of protein or veggies
$16.36
Mozzarella Sticks
Mozzarella sticks made with whole milk mozzarella coated in seasoned breadcrumbs. Fried until crispy on the outside and melty on the inside, and served with a side of red sauce. 4 per order
$10.35
Primos delicatessen

Primos delicatessen

4.7
(100+)
• $
$0 delivery fee • 8.4 mi • 40 min
Chimis
Cabbage, tomato, onion, ketchup, mayo
$9.46
Jugos naturales
Ketchup, mayo, cheese, French fries
$6.48
Sodas
Ketchup, mayo, cheese, French fries
$3.26
Patacones
French fries, sausage, cheese, ketchup and mayo
$11.93
Baskin-Robbins

Baskin-Robbins

4.5
(30+)
• Ice Cream • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 9.0 mi • 38 min
Farther away (+$1.99 fee)
"The banana Royal was very good. I love the way it was packed like in a little boat. Ice cream was delicious. Everything was delicious. The strawberry ice cream in the pack was good too. The portion were just right. Reasonable pricing . Will definitely order again. "
"I bought a 3 Scoop Sundae and a Banana Royale, we enjoyed the sundaes they were both delicious , my son enjoyed the 3 scoop sundae and I enjoyed the Banana Royale . Would buy again."
Double Scoop
Two 4 oz. scoops. Actual packaging may vary by location. Cone add-ons will be packaged separately on the side.
$7.25
Milkshake
Your choice of ice cream blended with Milk and Simple Syrup. Delivered products will not include whipped cream. Actual packaging may vary by location.
$9.08
Triple Scoop
Three 4 oz. scoops. Actual packaging may vary by location. Cone add-ons will be packaged separately on the side.
$9.89
Single Scoop
4 oz. scoop. Actual packaging may vary by location. Cone add-ons will be packaged separately on the side.
$5.54
Dunkin'

Dunkin'

4.2
(300+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 6.7 mi • 30 min
"Best thing ever to get in the morning!"
"it seems like the DD employees either don't put enough cream cheese or they're instructed not to put enough anymore. why my toasted bagel hard and cold with only half a tablespoon of cream cheese? disappointed. at least the cold brew was fine"
Original Blend
Our coffee beans are freshly ground moments before brewing, and we continually brew throughout the day, so you’ll have a freshly brewed cup of coffee every time. Always made just the way you like it, it has that signature smooth taste you can’t live without. Need an extra boost? Add a Turbo Shot® of Espresso.
$4.03
Original Blend Iced Coffee
Freshly brewed and full of flavor, our Iced Coffee is the perfect pick-me-up any time of day or night, giving you the boost you need to keep on running.
$4.92
Iced Latte
Made with milk and blended with our rich espresso, our Iced Latte is the perfect balance of cool, creamy and smooth to get you goin'.
$6.69
Bacon, Egg and Cheese
Go the extra mile by bringing bacon to your Dunkin' Breakfast Sandwich. Bacon with egg and cheese, can you say, "Yum!"
$6.6
Los Rivera Cafe

Los Rivera Cafe

4.6
(400+)
• Tostadas • Nachos
$0 delivery fee • 9.1 mi • 41 min
"The Birria Burrito is really good. I don't understand how the tortilla is so good. And it's big enough to be a few meals."
"Just tried Los Rivera Cafe and wow — everything was fantastic! We had the beef tongue tacos, pork and pineapple taco, taco birria, and salted beef enchiladas, and every single dish was outstanding. The flavors were exceptional and everything tasted incredibly fresh and authentic. Safe to say we just found our new favorite spot!"
Birria /Taco
Birria taco, juice beef served in a crispy tortilla side of consomme sauce (price is per unit)
$5.33
Grilled Steak / Taco
Soft corn tortilla with choice of protein. topped with radish, cilantro, guacamole & onion
$3.71
Spicy Roast Pork with Pineapple /Taco
Soft corn tortilla with choice of protein. topped with radish, cilantro, guacamole & onion
$3.71
Grilled Chicken /Taco
Soft corn tortilla with choice of protein. topped with radish, cilantro, guacamole & onion
$3.69
The Mainstay by Marc Murphy - Wonder

The Mainstay by Marc Murphy - Wonder

Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 43 min
Queso & Chips
Everything is better dipped in this rich, delicious cheese. Try it on brisket, tortilla chips, a pastrami sandwich, and everything in between. Served with tortilla chips
$7.95
Sirloin Steak
Premium 10 oz Angus Reserve sirloin steak* seared to your preference. Choose from 3 side sauces, or top with warm green peppercorn sauce to make it "steak au poivre"
$32.15
Kin House: Chinese Classics by Wonder

Kin House: Chinese Classics by Wonder

Chinese • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 40 min
Pork Egg Rolls
Crispy egg rolls filled with minced pork, cabbage, and carrot. Served with a side of sweet chile sauce
$5.73
General Tso's Chicken
This Chinese-American crowd pleaser is all about the tasty, savory, sweet-tangy sauce our juicy, lightly battered chicken is smothered in, along with broccoli. Topped with scallion and served with a side of jasmine rice
$18.3
Sesame Chicken
Lightly battered pieces of chicken are tossed with broccoli in a sweet and savory ginger-garlic and soy sauce. Topped with sesame seeds and served with jasmine rice
$18.35
Pork Dumplings
Dumplings filled with a mixture of ground pork and vegetables. Served with soy-ginger dipping sauce
$10.35
De Giovannis

De Giovannis

4.6
(80+)
• Italian • Pizzeria
$0 delivery fee • 8.4 mi • 36 min
Cheese Pizza (Large 16")
Classic cheese or create your own pizza.
$27.39
Hawaiian Pizza (Small 10'')
10 Chicken Wings Bufallo with blue cheese
$16.63
Frango Catupiry Pizza (Large 16")
The cold, refreshing flavors of lemon and lime, perfectly blended.
$36.29
Portuguesa Pizza (Large 16")
20 oz.
$35.29
Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

Tejas Barbecue by Wonder

4.6
(10+)
• American • Barbecue & Smokehouse
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 37 min
Lone Star Combo
Choose an entrée, pair it with a side, and complete your meal with a drink.
$27.99
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
$21.77
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
$21.72
XL Queso & Chips
Everything is better dipped in this rich, delicious cheese, and this Texas-sized portion is big enough for your entire watch party. Served with 2 bags of tortilla chips
$17.12
Burger Baby by Wonder

Burger Baby by Wonder

4.7
(10+)
• Bar and Grill • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 36 min
Classic Hot Dog
A snappy, all-beef hot dog on a soft brioche bun topped with a drizzle of Babe Sauce.
$5.92
Bacon Cheeseburger
A fresh, Black Angus beef patty layered with crispy bacon, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles on a toasted potato bun slathered with our secret Babe Sauce.
$10.58
Double Burger Combo
Make it a meal with any double-stacked burger served with your choice of fries and drink.
$20.59
Double Bronco Baby
A fully-loaded burger with two fresh, Black Angus beef patties, bacon, white cheddar, onion, chipotle mayo, and BBQ sauce on a toasted potato bun.
$16.03
Alanza: Traditional Italian by Wonder

Alanza: Traditional Italian by Wonder

Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 39 min
Sunday Meatballs
This recipe is even better than nonna used to make. 3 delicate, fluffy beef and pork meatballs slow cooked in Bianco DiNapoli tomatoes and topped with grated Parmesan and chopped parsley
$16.14
Rigatoni alla Vodka
An Italian-American favorite: al dente rigatoni tossed with creamy, mildly spicy tomato sauce. In this version Chef Lanza swaps cream for mascarpone cheese for even more texture and flavor
$20.55
Hot Honey & Salami Pizza
Spicy salami and Calabrian chile give this pie a bit of heat while honey gives it just a hint of sweetness. Also topped with mozzarella and provolone. 12" pie - 6 slices
$13.15
Cheese Pizza
Topped with rich marinara and creamy mozzarella, this simple and delicious pizza is the starting point for all of Alanza's classic red sauce pies. 12" pie - 6 slices
$12.15
Di Fara Pizza By Wonder

Di Fara Pizza By Wonder

Cafe • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 37 min
Baked by Melissa's Bite-Size Cupcakes
Six bite-size cupcakes in Baked by Melissa's most-loved signature flavors: Tie-Dye, Cookie & Cream, Triple Chocolate Fudge, Red Velvet, Cookie Dough, and Chocolate Chip Pancake. All iced by hand
$9.15
Build-Your-Own Pizza
Select up to 3 toppings for Di Fara's most popular pizza, the Regular. 16" pie - 8 slices
$25.9
Pepperoni Pizza
The Di Fara classic "Regular" pizza, upgraded with the addition of crispy pepperoni. 16" pie - 8 slices
$25.75
Cookies & Creme Krisp Bar by Dana's Bakery
From Dana's Bakery, the Cookies & Creme Krisp Bar features regular and cocoa krisp rice cereal and gluten-free Oreos
$5.15
Roys Pica Pollo

Roys Pica Pollo

4.1
(200+)
• Latin American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 9.1 mi • 34 min
"Siempre sus tostones no estan bueno, estan frío, grueso y pequeño . Mal apariencia y decir, que es un negocio Dominicano. Donde los tostones o fritos deben estar perfecto."
"that was the most disrespectful Empanadas/Pastelito I ever got literally only had one small piece of chicken and the rest was filled with air smh the Yaroa chicken had no flavor you literally tasted more of the mayo than anything else this was a waste of money and I definitely wouldn't purchase again but besides the food the only thing that was good was the red sodas aside from them being hot"
Empanadas/Pastelito
con Tostones o Papas Fritas.
$3.59
3 Pieces with French Fries or Tostones/ 3 Piezas
con Tostones o Papas Fritas.
$13.3
4 Pieces with French Fries or Tostones/ 4 Piezas
Our irresistible cowfan combines seasoned chicken breast, ham, and egg, sautéed with leeks, onions, and peppers for an intense and delicious flavor. Hot, fresh, and full of taste!/Nuestro irresistible cowfan combina pechuga de pollo sazonada, jamón y huevo, salteados con puerro, cebolla y ajíes para un sabor intenso y delicioso. ¡Caliente, fresco y lleno de sabor!
$16.89
Chicken Chowfan/ Chofan de Pollo
con Tostones o Papas Fritas.
$15.25
Diamond Pizza

Diamond Pizza

$
$0 delivery fee • 9.2 mi • 42 min
$5 off on $40+
Newly Added
"Ordered a Pepperoni Pizza , didn’t know this place was here, nice little hidden Gem Pizza spot for late night hunger. "
Soda
Pizza made fresh, daily made dough and 100% real mozzarella. All toppings are also prepared fresh everyday.
$3.9
Build Your Own 18" Pizza
Pizza made fresh, daily made dough and 100% real mozzarella. All toppings are also prepared fresh everyday.
$21
Limesalt by Wonder

Limesalt by Wonder

4.5
(10+)
• Tex-Mex • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 36 min
"The Basics Bowl was very very tasty!! Lots of different portions of different foods! Very Yummy!"
White Rice Fajita Bowl
White rice, black beans, and grilled veggies start your fajitas-in-a-bowl. We add corn salsa, sour cream, pico de gallo, shredded cheese, and lettuce, plus your choice of protein or veggies
$14.77
Build-Your-Own Burrito
There's a reason hearty, delicious burritos are some of the most popular food in the US. It all starts with a flour tortilla, then choose rice, beans, protein or veggies, and your favorite toppings
$15.23
Burrito Bowl Combo
Build a complete meal with any burrito bowl, side, and drink of your choice.
$20.13
Chips & Queso
Tortilla chips and creamy Monterey Jack and cheddar with chipotles
$6.15
Bobby Flay Steak by Wonder

Bobby Flay Steak by Wonder

Casual Dining • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 8.8 mi • 39 min
Ribeye
Premium 16 oz Angus Reserve ribeye* rubbed in signature spice blend and seared to your chosen temperature. Served with Bobby's famous steak sauce
$44.55
Steak with Appetizer & Side
Start things off with an appetizer, then choose your cut of steak and a steakhouse side
$67.05
Steak & Side
Pick a cut of steak, seared to your preferred temperature, and pair it with one steakhouse side of your choice
$47.05
Kale & Romaine Caesar Salad
Curly kale, snappy romaine lettuce, garlic croutons and grated Parmesan. Served with Bobby’s signature chipotle Caesar dressing on the side
$13.75

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