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Best American Restaurants Nearby in San Pablo

Nation's

Nation's

4.5
(11k+)
• American • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 3.1 mi • 31 min
"The cowboy burger was really delicious! I didn't think the onion ring was gonna do anything but it was a giant one and added the perfect crunch. The entire burger was packed with flavor! LOVE when they do promotions like "buy 1 get 1 free" because I otherwise would not have ordered this and would have been missing out! Great way to try new to you items!"
"prices are screaming high but the food is mouth watering. Fries are good, burger is huge with fresh veggies and $8 shake is worth it. Don't ask for extra because they're quite generous as it is."
BACON CHEESEBURGER
Fresh-ground 1/3 lb. beef patty with melted American cheese and hickory-smoked bacon strips on a toasted bun with lettuce, tomato, onion & dressing.
$16.86
CHEESEBURGER
5 oz. all-beef patty, two slices of American cheese, toasted bun, and all the fixins
$13.23
COWBOY BURGER
A 1/3 lb. all beef patty served on a toasted bun with 2 fried onion rings, 2 slices of American cheese, 2 slices of bacon and BBQ sauce.
$14.22
EXTRA GIANT THREE-EGGER
Three eggs cooked to order with triple serving of breakfast protein of your choice, hash browns, and toast, or sub pancakes or French Toast (hash browns and toast will not be included if subbed).
$21.66
Eggbred

Eggbred

4.8
(500+)
• Breakfast • Breakfast Burrito
$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 21 min
Trending
"SCRAMBLE ME SOFTLY* was delicious!! prepared as described. I LOVE SOFT scrambled eggs!! It's SO hard to get that preparation. I was skeptical, but glad I tried it. I'll definitely be ordering THAT sandwich again!"
"This is my third time trying eggbread breakfast burritos. The chorizo breakfast burrito was excellent. The burrito is large enough that I'm satisfied without being so large that I need a nap after eating. I have been to the location to see them cooking and the food tastes freshly made and not reheated or packaged. I ordered for a work meeting and everyone got something different, and they are all really happy with their items. So all of their breakfast burritos have positive reviews from my team. The battered potatoes were crispy and tender. The order arrived quickly, so it was a very welcome surprise that it came in a lined bakery box that kept everything warm until the meeting started. This is going to have to be on our regular rotation for meeting meals. Also each item was labeled with what it was and any customizations, which makes it a lot easier to hand out."
BACON EGG & CHEESE*
applewood smoked bacon, fresh-cracked over medium egg, sharp cheddar, smoked jalapeno ketchup, toasted milk bun
$12.44
SCRAMBLE ME SOFTLY*
soft scrambled cage-free eggs, chives, caramelized onions, sharp cheddar, smoked paprika spread, toasted milk bun
$14.33
LOADED Burrito - The Ribeye California
ribeye asada, avocado, soft scrambled eggs, beer battered potatoes, cheddar jack cheese, avocado cilantro crema, with a fresh side of salsa verde
$22.18
Breakfast Burrito - Cajun Hot Link
cajun hot link soft scrambled eggs, beer battered potatoes, cheddar jack cheese, smoked paprika spread, served w/ fresh salsa verde
$15.96
Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

4.0
(500+)
• American • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 3.4 mi • 33 min
"The Regular Fries were hot and crispy, The Cheesesteak was piping hot and satisfying, Will be ordering again."
"I would have given five stars if the Cheesesteak had had sweet peppers and the brownie was verygood , I had half of it for dessert and I'll have the restfor a midnight snack."
Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions on a toasted hoagie roll.
$17.52
Chipotle Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions, doused with chipotle sauce on a toasted hoagie roll.
$16.55
5 Tenders & Fries
Five crispy chicken strips made with all-natural chicken with French fries.
$17.18
Brownie
Three crispy chicken strips made with all-natural chicken with French fries.
$4.21
Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

4.1
(3k+)
• Fast Food • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 23 min
"First time trying the 3pc Classic Mini Chimi Bang Bangs. They're good and crunchy and the price is good."
"jack quality has gone downhill. makes McDonald's quality that much more obvious. i used to be a jack fan. now they serve stale old food, greasy old fries. their signature curly fries just aren't up to standard. The milkshake seemed promising until there was just solid chunks of what appeared to be cream or whip cream. They tasted slightly bitter and had the consistency of old birthday cake icings i think they should focus on less items on the menu and improving quality and freshness."
Build Your Own Munchie Meal
Pick between 1 of 4 different entrees, 2 sides and a drink to create your own Munchie Meal. We believe in the freedom of choice. 2010 calories.
$16.76
Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger™ Combo
2x 100% beef seasoned as it grills, hickory smoked bacon, melty American & Swiss style cheese, ketchup, mustard & mayo on a buttery bun plus fries & drink. 2510 calories.
$18.25
Large Dr Pepper®
Cool off with a refreshing Dr Pepper®. 370 calories.
$4.74
6 Tacos Party Pack
6 crunchy tacos w/ melty American cheese, shredded lettuce & signature taco sauce. This digital exclusive is the only six-pack you need. 1020 calories.
$7.16
Burger King

Burger King

4.4
(5k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 1.6 mi • 22 min
"Like everything else, size has suffered but quality and taste has not. Still good after 50years...fresh(er) onions, tomatoes and made correctly per order, still having it "out way". Thank you, BK! Onion rings not hard, not greasy. I was one of the original employees of this restaurant back in 1978 and, other than the reduction in burger and portion size, it still tastes the same."
"Bacon Double Cheeseburger Meal The cheeseburger is the size of a slider! The meal is grossly overpriced. The 12 Pc. Chicken Fries OVERCOOKED The Big Fish OVERCOOKED The Signature Strawberry Lemonade Watery with barely any taste."
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.
$17.92
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.
$18.57
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.
$10.37
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$8.61
900 Grayson

900 Grayson

4.7
(5k+)
• American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 9.6 mi • 37 min
Farther away
"Bacon, egg & cheese Sandwich don't sleep on this! The most fresh and delicious and best value in town. Please get the Idaho Hashed Browns too! One order is good for two."
"Demon Lover is always a treat. Enough for two serving for me. Chopped Cobb Available after 10 is fresh and crispy. Never disappointed with food from 900 Grayson even when it has to travel a ways to get to us. Highly recommend!"
Demon Lover
Fried all natural chicken breast, buttermilk waffle and old-fashioned cream gravy or vermont maple syrup.
$16.89
Fried Chick'n
Fried all natural chicken breast, vinegar slaw, Grayson's fresh-n-hot aioli, acme bun.
$14.43
Grayson Burger
All natural fresh ground beef, apple wood smoked bacon, white cheddar cheese, shoestring onion house-made bbq sauce, acme bun.
$15.64
Chopped Cobb
Poached all natural chicken breast, avocado, cucumber, carrots, olives, tomato, apple wood smoked bacon, romaine lettuce, blue cheese vinaigrette, shaved egg and shoestring onion.
$14.15
Subway

Subway

4.5
(2k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 0.4 mi • 18 min
"Today was the first day that I have ever been upset about an or from this Subway. Usually they make great sandwiches but not this time. The turkey sandwich had 1 slice (thats being generous) of turkey. The bread on the other sandwiches was toasted so much that the bread was super dry and flaky. "
"This is the second time that we got a White Artisan Bread for our Black Forest Ham, and the bread was really dry and hard crust. Needed to be replaced with a fresh baked bread, not a dry one. My Multi-grain bread was nice and fresh, but the Artisan Bread wasn't fresh."
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$14.08
Tuna
100% wild caught Tuna salad, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$13.44
Black Forest Ham
Ham, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$12.49
Pepsi®
Bold, refreshing, robust cola
$3.54
Sukie's Country Kitchen

Sukie's Country Kitchen

4.6
(100+)
• American • Fast Casual
$0 delivery fee • 0.7 mi • 20 min
"Big Breakfast soo good. Generous portion, good quality, cooked to perfection. You definitely get what you pay for with a mom cooked feel. (the ham didn't make the picture it was so good!)"
"Biscuits (2) with Gravy was dry and pretty mid. Sausage was a weird texture and almost felt undercooked. Stack is also only alright. Overall ok food if you're looking for cheaper food. If you're looking for good-higher quality food go somewhere else."
Bacon (4) or Sausage (4)
Country fried steak, biscuit covered with gravy, two eggs, & hash browns or country potatoes
$19.13
Country Fried Steak Breakfast
Orange juice, Orange Guava Passion fruit, Apple Juice, Cranberry Juice. Ideal for lunch refreshment.
$21.74
Juice
Choice of diced ham, bacon, or sausage & cheese.
$6.18
Meat & Cheese Omelet
Loaded with mushrooms, pepper, onions. tomatoes, cheddar cheese & choice of bacon ham or sausage.
$18.07
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.3
(9k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 1.5 mi • 20 min
"This store always gives fresh hot food. After being disappointed by other fast food (arches and boxes) TB has always been reliable with temperature, quality, price, and awesome promotions on DD. I order from TB maybe once a week. The only time I ever had a problem is when they ran out of supply, however I still got great hot and tasty food. That new cantina crispy taco is so GOOD!"
"More than enough food with the Meal for 2 and in fact we couldn't finish all of the food. Crunch wraps were great and so were the chips and cheese. All of the food was hot and fresh. The chips and cinnamon twists were noticeably fresh which was great. We will eat the tacos and burritos in a bit. Happy with this discount and would order again. Didn't order drinks this time because we had some. It's nice to have discount options without drinks!"
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.)
$6.89
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.)
$7.84
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.)
$7.12
Beefy 5-Layer Burrito
A warm flour tortilla filled with seasoned beef, refried beans, reduced-fat sour cream, and shredded cheddar cheese with a layer of warm Nacho Cheese sauce wrapped around it. (490 cal.)
$5.31
BY2 Bionicos yahualica

BY2 Bionicos yahualica

4.7
(300+)
• American • Ice Cream Store
$0 delivery fee • 0.2 mi • 19 min
"Everything came exactly how the pictures looked. It was freaking delicious, nostalgic, and well made. Everything was consistent, came well packaged, and all of us were happy with all of the items From savory to sweet. My favorite were the strawberries in the cream sauce (it's freaking crack) but my partner loved the elotes. And nachos. Would buy again when we need another pick me up!"
"Delicious mini pancakes to share. It's a good size portion and the fruit is very fresh and delicious. I would definitely order again."
Crepa / Crepe
Thinly prepared crepes accompanied by whipped cream, strawberries, bananas,
$12.66
Tostilocos
Tostilocos typically includes Tostitos chips, cucumber, jicama, mango, peanuts, pickled pork skin, lime juice, chamoy and tajin .
$9.13
Elote con Hot Cheetos / Corn with Hot Cheetos
Corn in a cup mayonnaise, cotija cheese, butter, crushed spicy hot cheetos.
$9.11
Pastel de 3 Leches / Milk Cake
Moist Tres leches cake providing a lusciously moist texture throughout.
$5.25
Bad-Ass Breakfast Burritos

Bad-Ass Breakfast Burritos

4.6
(2k+)
• American • Breakfast
$0 delivery fee • 7.6 mi • 53 min
Farther away
"Both the Haus burrito and the Tots were great. I've been looking for a specific breakfast spot in the area to order from and this did not disappoint. Large amount of food for the price. Would order again."
"This was my first time trying Bad-Ass Burritos and I enjoyed what it. The SWEET POTATO FRIES were positively delicious and the Wurst Burrito was different but tasty. It's also a very large portion, larger than what I expected. So large that I couldn't even finish it in one sitting. I will definitely be ordering from here again - eager to try some of the other burritos to my liking."
Haus Burrito
3 fresh eggs, smoked bacon, white american cheese, crispy tater tots, caramelized onions & spicy mayo wrapped in a flour tortilla then grilled.
$15.27
Bronco Burrito
3 fresh eggs, smoked bacon, white american cheese, avocado, pickled jalapeños, crispy tater tots, cotija cheese & chipotle aioli wrapped in a flour tortilla then grilled.
$16.69
Wurst Burrito
3 fresh eggs, breakfast sausage, white american cheese, crispy tater tots, caramelized onions & spicy mayo wrapped in a flour tortilla then grilled.
$17.44
Borracho Burrito
3 fresh eggs, smoked bacon, haus chili, white american cheese, crispy tater tots & mayo wrapped in a flour tortilla then grilled.
$16.84
Gold Bean Cafe

Gold Bean Cafe

4.7
(300+)
• American • Coffee Shop
$0 delivery fee • 10.2 mi • 47 min
Farther away
"I love the lattes from Gold Bean, today I tried some fresa foam on my White Mocha and it was delightful! Their donuts are fresh and fluffy, you can't go wrong!"
"I order the Oat Horchata Matcha from the OTHER (southside) location like 3x a week and it is always consistently good. This is my first time ordering from the new (northside) location and an insane amount of my drink was just ice? This picture is my brand new drink after scooping out *most* of the ice not even all of it, it's less than half of a drink. It also does not taste like horchata, it tastes like strong matcha with cinnamon sprinkled on top. I will still be going to the southside location but maybe just sticking to that one"
Any Bagel W/ Spread
A delicious breakfast or snack option that combines the chewy texture of a freshly toasted bagel with the creamy, flavorful richness of your favorite spread.
$7.42
Famous Egg & Cheese
A simple yet satisfying sandwich that combines the richness of eggs with the melty goodness of cheese, all nestled in a warm, chewy bagel of your choice.
$12.59
The Gold Combo
Your Choice of Bagel that includes: -Egg & Cheese -Bacon, Sausage, Turkey or Ham -Medium Regular Coffee or Tea *You can upgrade to any other drink*
$18.63
BLT Sandwich
a classic that perfectly balances the crispy, salty bacon, the crunchy freshness of lettuce, and the juicy, tangy sweetness of tomatoes tied with our sauce—all sandwiched between two slices of toasted bread.
$13.73
The Meltdown

The Meltdown

4.0
(1k+)
• Melts • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 1.8 mi • 36 min
"Whew! The Giddy Up Melt - Combo was delicious!!! The bread was grilled to perfection and the brisket was juicy and tender! So yummy!! I will order again! "
"I will NOT be ordering the Treatin' Myself Melt again. That is not grilled pound cake. It's bread with some type of cheesecake filling. It didn't taste good. Was not worth the cost. Also my food was cold but that was DoorDash's fault"
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.
$18.14
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.
$15.68
Hittin' Snooze Melt - Combo
Sausage, bacon, ham, scrambled eggs and American cheese on grilled sourdough bread with a maple spiced spread. Breakfast is ready whenever you are! Includes your choice of a drink and a side to round out the meal.
$13.98
Roma Caffé & Bar

Roma Caffé & Bar

4.7
(800+)
• Cafe • Coffee & Tea
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 35 min
"breakfast burrito is good but too small for price paid"
"This place is one of mt Favorites. great coffee and must try the Artichoke Sandwich with a Havanna Cappuccino."
Caramel Macchiato
Made fresh when you order ** THERE IS NO SIDES OF POTATOES OR SALAD WITH THESE ITEMS***
$7.42
Latte
Served with Grilled Chicken topped with pesto, roasted onion, roasted red bell pepper and mozzarella cheese.
$6.3
CROISSANT SANDWICHES
served with butter or cream cheese
$10.62
Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Served with bacon, egg, and mozzarella cheese.
$16.21
The Embers

The Embers

4.3
(3k+)
• Breakfast • Sandwiches
$0 delivery fee • 3.5 mi • 30 min
$4 off on $40+
Trending
"Got two pancakes, scrambled eggs, and sausage links. The two sausage links were juicy and delicious. Scrambled eggs were perfectly cooked. The pancakes were fluffy. Not sure what happened to the toast, but happy regardless."
"First time ordering from here. Ordered the French dip (w/grilled onions) with a side of potato salad and side of bacon for breakfast. French dip 10/10, potato salad 9/10, bacon 8/10. The portion of meat that's in the French dip is top tier! Just how I like it. Stuffed! The au jus was flavorful and perfect for the French dip, I would've preferred sliced grilled onions instead of the chopped so it doesn't keep falling out with every bite but it was still delicious. The size of the French dip was larger than expected, had to eat it in two sittings but no complaints about that! I would say it's worth the price (compared to other places where you get a smaller French dip for nearly the same price, if not more). The potato salad tasted freshly made, some of my potatoes were kind of on the underdone side but it was still good, tastes just like homemade potato salad. The side of bacon was a side of bacon, you get four whole slices of bacon per side order, would've loved another slice of bacon for the price but can't complain there either. Overall, my order tasted delicious and would definitely be ordering from here more often!"
3 Eggs w/Meat
Sliced beef cooked to your selection on a french roll with au jus sauce
$15.33
Side Bacon
Served with a generous side of our special homemade sauce, fries and pickles.
$5.61
2 Eggs w/Meat
Hand cut turkey on 3 layers of toasted white bread with mayo, tomatoes, lettuce and bacon
$13.7
French Dip
Eggs, sausage, cheese, onions, green chiles, salsa, served with hashbrowns or home fries
$18.91
Palacio Latino Restaurant & Bakery

Palacio Latino Restaurant & Bakery

4.1
(300+)
• Latin American • Seafood
$0 delivery fee • 0.3 mi • 23 min
"Delicious authentic Guatemalan food! "
"My order came with missing cheese and avocado. I also ordered extra tortillas, but they were missing as well. There was hardly any meat in the parrillada plate. Overall, this place is not the same as before; I used to love their food."
Carne Asada
Carne asada, cebollines, chirmol, arroz, frijol, ensalada, aguacate, platanos, queso y tortillas hechas a mano.
$22.99
Churrascos Chapin
Carne asada y camarones a la plancha, arroz, frijol y ensalada.
$28.84
Mojarra Frita
All lunches come accompanied with rice, beans, salad and handmade tortillas.
$20.57
Mar Y Tierra
All lunches come accompanied with rice, beans, salad and handmade tortillas.
$28.37
Starbucks

Starbucks

4.4
(1k+)
• Coffee • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 2.2 mi • 26 min
"I got them as Valentines treats and was told they are yummy. I luv Starbucks anyway so I'll purchase again. "
"I love the brownie But the caramel macchiato is bland and can't compete with Peet's caramel macchiato."
Iced Banana Bread Matcha
Smooth and creamy matcha pairs with banana-flavored syrup and milk over ice, layered with velvety brown sugar cold foam and a cinnamon dolce topping.
$8.9
Crispy Grilled Cheese on Sourdough
A blend of Cheddar, Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses on sourdough bread, topped with a Parmesan butter spread, delivering 21g of protein. – VEGETARIAN – HIGH-PROTEIN
$9.55
White Chocolate Mocha
Our signature espresso meets white chocolate sauce and steamed milk, and then is finished off with sweetened whipped cream to create this supreme white chocolate delight.
$11.25
Pumpkin Spice Latte
Our signature Espresso Roast and steamed milk with the celebrated flavor combination of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg and clove. Enjoy it topped with whipped cream and real pumpkin-pie spices.
$8.05
Peet's Coffee

Peet's Coffee

4.7
(4k+)
• Coffee • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 4.9 mi • 31 min
"The food is excellent. I especially love the Chicken & Waffles Sandwich also the Turkey Sausage Breakfast Burrito is at the top of the list. Peets Coffee is superb to any other exceptional Baristas!"
"I love the coffee & staff. They've helped me with pickups. I'm one of the only people that picks up coffee, that's not a dasher. I've requested them to not use extra cardboard/bags for my order, to help save the environment and they've been doing just that! "
Caffe Latte
This coffee house favorite adds silky steamed milk to shots of rich espresso, finished with a layer of foam.
$6.95
Iced Caramel Macchiato
Rich, buttery caramel, concentrated and intense ristretto shots of espresso, and hint of vanilla over ice.
$7.28
Caramel Macchiato
Rich, buttery caramel, concentrated and intense ristretto shots of espresso, and hint of vanilla.
$7.18
White Chocolate Mocha
The traditional mocha’s blonde cousin. The sweet indulgence of white chocolate blends smoothly with espresso.
$7.43

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