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Best American Restaurants Nearby in Stanhope

Applebee's Grill & Bar

Applebee's Grill & Bar

4.4
(4k+)
• Sandwiches • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 1.2 mi • 27 min
"The food is always so good on Friday late nights. Compliments to the chefs that work the closing shift on Fridays. You make Applebee's actually taste good :)"
"The sandwich was so incredibly salty and I literally got 5 onion rings."
Boneless Wings
Crispy breaded pieces of tender boneless chicken tossed in your choice of sauce. Served with Bleu cheese or house-made ranch buttermilk ranch dressings and celery.
$16.6
Brew Pub Pretzels & Beer Cheese Dip
Soft, Bavarian-style pretzel sticks are ready to dip in BLUE MOON® white Cheddar beer cheese and honey Dijon mustard.
$12.38
Chicken Wonton Tacos
Sweet Asian chile marinated grilled chicken stuffed into crispy wonton shells topped with our signature coleslaw and cilantro.
$13.84
Fountain Drinks
Satisfy your taste buds with our line-up of cold fountain drinks.
$3.99
Chili's Grill & Bar

Chili's Grill & Bar

4.4
(8k+)
• Chicken Tenders • Fried Chicken
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 25 min
"I love to order the 3 for me. the sirloin steak is so soft and delicious. you get soup, steak and 2 sides for 16.99"
"Maybe if I ordered at the restaurant it would be better. I paid 20$ because it was door dash, but still 10$ for a meal that is a big ribbed plastic container that the lump of rice in the middle seeped into, so I only could eat 60% of the lump of rice a little corn, 5peices of soggy lettuce, and i guess a salad? With by the way the WORST ceasar dressing. I think they mixed italian with ranch and called it ceasar. Yuck ,"
Triple Dipper®
Select three appetizers and enjoy! Served with dipping sauces.
$20.68
Crispy Chicken Crispers® Combo
Chicken tenders served with white cheddar mac & cheese (260 cal), fries (420 cal), and 2 dipping sauces.
$20.6
Chicken Bacon Ranch Quesadillas
Crispy boneless wings hand-tossed in up to 2 flavors with 2 sides of house-made ranch. Choose the count that fits your game day appetite!
$18.21
Boneless Wings
4 mini burgers with bacon, American cheese, sauteed onions, house-made ranch. Served with fries (add 420 cal).
$16.67
Wingstop

Wingstop

4.5
(7k+)
• Dinner • Chicken Tenders
$0 delivery fee • 7.3 mi • 35 min
Farther away
"10 boneless wings with hickory bbq sauce. Packed with enough sauce so the wings aren't dry. Only a choice of small or large ranch- small is 1 container and large is 4 containers. One is not enough and the other is excessive. "
"phenomenal everytime!! the chicken Large 5 pc Crispy Tender Combo is perfect and also great for leftovers, throw in the oven for lunch!! "
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
$22.65
10 Wings
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors. (Dip not included)
$18.01
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
$16.71
8 pc Wing Combo
8 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors, regular fries or veggie sticks, 1 dip and a 20oz drink
$19.2
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen

4.5
(300+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 30 min
"I got the wings and Wings & Sandwiches Bundle. Great value. It was good and fresh, definitely getting it again."
"Classic Chicken Sandwich was terrible, it was 90% breading and 10% chicken. Which was then caked in oil. I threw it out after a bite."
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.
$8.42
4Pc Signature Chicken
4 pieces of our signature chicken, marinated for 12hrs in our traditional savory Louisiana herbs and seasonings then battered up with our crunchy southern coating and fried until golden brown.
$16.29
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.
$8.43
5Pc Tenders Combo
Warm buttermilk biscuit.
$20.55
Black River Barn

Black River Barn

4.5
(3k+)
• American (Traditional) • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 5.2 mi • 35 min
"First time with Door Dash and Black River Barn. Both were A+. I got the Half Rack of Ribs and a Dozen Steamers. There were plenty of both. The steamers were in a sauce that was delicious and they were cooked perfect. The ribs were fall of the bone tender and the BBQ sauce was OUTSTANDING! My wife got the calamari and the Chicken Parm. Plenty of Calamari for both of us and cooked just right. The chicken parm was PLENTY and very tender. Soup to Nuts this was a great meal and the whole experience was excellent."
"Very disappointed at the decline in the quality of food. I ordered the Country Mac&Chz and for $14 was given an incredibly small portion of watery and bland mac & cheese. I also ordered the Penne that was bland to the point of almost being tasteless, though the portion size was much better. Not sure what happened to this place, but I can't foresee it being around much longer if they continue to serve low quality and poorly prepared food."
Angus Burger
Half a pound, char broiled and served on a harvest potato bun with barn fries, lettuce, tomato, and a pickle.
$18.32
Chicken Wings
BarnMade secret recipe slow cooked and crisped chicken wings with a choice of one of our signature sauces.
$17
Cheesesteak Roll
Shaved beef and melted cheese inside with spicy sauce for dipping.
$13.72
Country Mac&Chz
Creamy white cheddar and American cheeses, gemelli pasta, and a scoop of pulled pork on top, served with homemade cornbread.
$12.52
KFC

KFC

4.4
(3k+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.6 mi • 25 min
"I stopped going here because the quality went down but I tried again recently and it was so much better. The chicken was perfect and of course the best mashed/gravy. The biscuits were no longer bricks. Fluffy and delicious. The only issue this time was the corn was over cooked. All in all a massive improvement. Keep it up!!!"
"The chicken tenders were very rubbery and just about warm, freshness is questionable. Mashed potatoes had an odd taste. The best thing in the meal was the biscuit. I will not be ordering from KFC again. I should have read all the reviews before ordering."
3 pc. Chicken Big Box Meal
Order online and enjoy 3 pieces of our world-famous fried chicken in your KFC recipe of choice. Includes your choice of 2 sides, a buttery biscuit, and a medium drink. Cal.: 380-2340
$15.09
Famous Bowl
Mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, chicken nuggets and a 3-cheese blend for a savory comfort meal. Cal.: 590
$7.99
Mac & Cheese
Elbow macaroni covered in a rich, creamy cheddar cheese sauce. Cal.: 140-540
$5.25
5 pc. Tenders Big Box
5 Original Recipe chicken tenders, 2 sides of your choice, 2 dipping sauces, a buttery biscuit, and a medium drink. Cal.: 1270-2230
$16.28
Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings

4.3
(6k+)
• Desserts • Lemonade
$0 delivery fee • 8.3 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"The Traditional Wings were perfect. Medium sauce was pretty spicy. They gave lots of celery and blue cheese. The food arrived very quickly on a Saturday night. "
"The Traditional Wings were terrible. The sauces and rubs are the only thing good about them. They were small and overcooked. Bargain basement wings for high end prices."
Boneless Wings
JUICY ALL-WHITE CHICKEN, LIGHTLY BREADED AND PERFECTLY CRISPY. FREE DIP AND VEGGIES WITH EVERY WINGS PURCHASE
$21.02
Bone-In Wings
AWARD-WINNING & AUTHENTIC BUFFALO, NEW YORK-STYLE WINGS. FREE DIP AND VEGGIES WITH EVERY WINGS PURCHASE
$25.01
20oz Fountain Drinks
Two hand-smashed patties, American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard, mayo, challah bun, crispy-battered French fries
$4.88
All-American Cheeseburger
Breaded dill pickles, B-Dubs Dip
$16.55
King Wok

King Wok

4.6
(2k+)
• Asian • Noodles
$0 delivery fee • 2.0 mi • 25 min
"Really good, vegatables were fresh and the meats included were way better than other chinese places I've ordered from. Will be ordering again. "
"We order from here at least once every two weeks. The food is always hot and delicious. And.. they accommodate all my special requests! Highly recommended!"
1A. Egg Roll
Grab a quick snack on the go, or pair it with anything. You can’t go wrong with an egg roll.
$3.48
C18. General Tso'S Chicken (Combination)
Spicy.
$14.14
C7. Chicken With Broccoli (Combination)
Wontons made with pastry and pork wrapped and put into soup broth. Contains scallions.
$14.21
23. Wonton Soup
Special creamy cheese wontons with cream cheese in the middle and wonton pastry on the outside. Comes 6 in one order and a side of sweet and sour sauce.
$6.43
Jefferson Diner

Jefferson Diner

4.5
(2k+)
• Dinners • American
$0 delivery fee • 7.2 mi • 48 min
Farther away
"The Disco was amazing, I get it everyone and it never disappoints"
"The soup was disgusting if they didn't have it they should not have just scraped it from the bottom of the pot and send it in the smallest container. They have it cost me $24 for like 6 ounces of chicken broth with a half of a Matcha ball in it I will never order from them again. That place is really went to the dogs. I will never order there again."
CHEESE BURGER
american cheese on top of our 8 oz beef burger, on a brioche bun, served with cole slaw, pickle and diner fries
$16.95
MOZZARELLA STICKS
battered wisonsin cheese fried with our zesty marinara sauce
$10.13
MILK SHAKE
we proudly make our real milk shakes with real wholesome ice cream
$9.68
FAMOUS DINER POTATO PIEROGIES
our famous potato and cheese filled pierogies, topped with sauteed onions, in a white wine lemon butter sauce
$15.99
Jersey Mike's Subs

Jersey Mike's Subs

4.8
(4k+)
• Sandwiches • Cheesesteaks
$0 delivery fee • 1.4 mi • 28 min
"Jersey mikes never disappoints! Their subs always taste super fresh. Bread is also very fresh! The Italian sub mikes way, is the way to go! "
"Jersey mikes never misses. They weren't shy with the portion either. The bread & cold cuts are always so fresh too!"
Chips
Provolone and TurkeyServed Mike's Way with onions, lettuce, tomato, vinegar, oil, oregano, and salt.
$2.14
#7 Turkey and Provolone
Provolone, ham, prosciuttini, cappacuolo, salami, and pepperoniServed Mike's Way with onions, lettuce, tomato, vinegar, oil, oregano, and salt.
$12.85
#13 The Original Italian
Grilled onions, peppers & white American cheese.
$14.22
Soda Bottle
Turkey, ham, provolone, applewood smoked bacon & mayoServed Mike's Way with onions, lettuce, tomato, vinegar, oil, oregano, and salt.
$3.41
Panda Express

Panda Express

4.5
(200+)
• Chinese • Chicken
$0 delivery fee • 1.3 mi • 30 min
"would order again 8/10. Black pepper steak/ wontons hit"
"food was delicious and warm upon arrival. portions were excellent for 1-2 people . Will be ordering again!"
Plate
Any 1 Side & 2 Entrees
$13.06
Bigger Plate
Any 1 Side & 3 Entrees
$15.58
Cream Cheese Rangoon
Any 1 Side & 1 Entree
$3.79
Bowl
The cold, refreshing, sparkling classic that america loves.
$10.61
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.4
(5k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.0 mi • 26 min
"Food was good but didn't receive all the items that we ordered. Will be going to the location to get food from now on, always seems something is forgotten."
"The 3 tacos supreme and large fountain drink (which I don't know how many oz is but is a very large plastic cup) is an excellent value. Sure it is a buck cheaper to walk into/drivethru a Taco Bell yourself than the price set for the meal on the app, but I am pleased with such a minimal markup. Most restaurants mark up prices a LOT!! And I didn't have to leave the house. I'm paying for luxury. And not using my own gas! REMEMBER TO EXTRA TIP YOUR DASHERS FOR DASHES WELL EXECUTED! ...The tacos are quite consistent for Taco Bell and delivery. Best to go get and eat them right away yourself, but you know what to expect from tacos at Taco Bell and consistency is what actually makes fast food restaurants such successful businesses. I always pay the slight increase for supreme version tacos because the extra toppings for supreme vs standard version do always deliver fresh to impress! ("I'm a poet and didn't know it!")... NEVER have I experienced anything except fresh and crisp lettuce, tomatoes and shredded cheese, the sour cream also freshly applied and towards the top so not to be affected by the warmth of the taco. Why would I not want a full toppings supreme taco when the toppings are always fresh! If I make my own tacos at home, of course it's going to be fully loaded! I also wanted to make note, this may be a ridiculous sounding thing, but I am SUPER impressed with the paper straws from Taco Bell! Ever since the NJ plastic usage bans, I cannot STAND to drink from any paper type straws I've been given anywhere I go! Even just the feeling of the paper straw texture on my lips from EVERYWHERE is a huge turnoff and makes drinking whatever soda or water etc super unpalatable! Taco Bell's paper straws are actually acceptable and tolerable if not surprisingly A-OK! However they are made, the exterior feels diff than anywhere I've had beverages and is very smooth, much more similar as you could try to get out of paper, to a plastic straw.. It is quite firm, if you touch it is does not lose shape easily also... I do not cringe and can drink my soda without thoughts of disgust... guess what else?! The straw still sitting in liquid stays firm for A LONG TIME! I can not finish this very larger size soda, put it in my frig along with the paper straw, take my cup out the following day, and the straw is still as if I had just opened it new! It takes WELL over a day before the straw starts to break down."
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.)
$7.17
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.)
$6.86
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.)
$3.55
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.)
$7.08
IHOP

IHOP

4.5
(1k+)
• Chicken • Milk Shakes
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 31 min
"I loved the cheesecake pancakes that I chose with my meal it tasted splendid. They put the strawberries on the side which I appreciated. The French toast was good and I gave the eggs and bacon to someone and they liked it. Overall it was a nice experience and brightened my morning."
"IHop pancakes are so good! Fluffy and tasty. The Breakfast Family Feast is awesome and a great value! When I don't feel like cooking breakfast then IHOP is the next best thing!"
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.
$18.32
Hickory-Smoked Bacon Strips
Gluten-friendly
$4.97
Original Buttermilk Pancakes - (Short Stack)
A true breakfast classic that started it all. Get three of our fluffy, world-famous buttermilk pancakes topped with whipped real butter.
$9.38
Pork Sausage Links
Gluten-friendly
$4.83
The Cheesecake Factory

The Cheesecake Factory

4.5
(15k+)
• Salads • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 8.1 mi • 51 min
Farther away
"Steak Diane was tender, juicy and RARE just the way I requested. Fried Calamari was crispy but not rubbery. Chocolate Tower Truffle Cake™ andAdam's Peanut Butter Cup Fudge Ripple Cheesecake were delicious. Everything was EXCELLENT!!"
"Chicken Madeira was delicious, but your pricing is outlandishly high. The burger was great and cooked perfectly, but since when does an order of burgers come without fries included, especially at the price you're charging. "
Linda's Fudge Cake
Layers of Rich Chocolate Cake and Fudge Frosting
$13.6
Fried Macaroni and Cheese
Crispy Crumb Coated Macaroni and Cheese Balls. Served over a Creamy Marinara Sauce
$17.95
Oreo® Dream Extreme Cheesecake
Creamy Cheesecake Layered with Oreo® Cookies, Topped with Oreo® Cookie Mousse and Chocolate Icing
$13.7
Brownie Crunch Choc-A-Lot Cheesecake
Milk and White Chocolate Marbled Cheesecake On a Crunchy Toffee Brownie
$13.62
Taphouse 15

Taphouse 15

4.5
(2k+)
• Pickup • Bar and Grill
$0 delivery fee • 6.5 mi • 55 min
Farther away
"Taphouse 15 is always a hit. They never disappoint. We absolutely love the food and the staff. We have a great time every time we visit."
"Everything was fabulous! The Fish Taco's are on repeat for us especially during Lent. The Fish is so white , flakey and the batter is so crispy. The aioli is sooo good! We pair it with the Crispy Fried Brussel Sprouts!!! Highly recommend."
WINGS
Buffalo, Bang Bang, Honey BBQ, Garlic Parmesan, Hot Honey, Mango Habanero, Teriyaki, Voodoo Dry Rub or Argentinian Style with Blue Cheese Dressing
$13.7
MOZZARELLA STICKS
Homemade Fresh Mozzarella, Deep Fried with Marinara Sauce
$14.06
SMOKED WINGS
Applewood Smoked & Char Grilled, Bourbon Buffalo, with Blue Cheese Dressing
$15.39
PLAIN JANE BURGER
House Burger Blend, Lettuce, Tomatoes, Red Onion, American Cheese.
$16.22
Dairy Queen

Dairy Queen

4.6
(1k+)
• Fast Food • Dinner
$0 delivery fee • 7.8 mi • 45 min
Farther away
"Got the Reeses peanut butter cup blizzard and it came still frozen! Exactly what I needed "
"The 2 ordered blizzards were less than full, probably only 80%. The mixing of the ice cream and ingredients was insufficient, most of the ingredients remained in the bottom of the cup. We have had much better products previously from this store."
OREO® BLIZZARD® Treat
OREO® cookie pieces blended with world-famous vanilla soft serve to Blizzard® Perfection.
$7.96
REESE'S® Peanut Butter Cup BLIZZARD® Treat
REESE'S® Peanut Butter Cups® blended with world-famous vanilla soft serve to Blizzard® Perfection.
$8.28
Chicken Strip Baskets
A DQ® signature! Choice of 4 or 6 100% all-tenderloin white meat chicken strips. Served with crispy fries, Texas toast, and your choice of dipping sauce, such as our delicious country gravy.
$12.66
Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough BLIZZARD® Treat
Chocolate chip cookie dough, rich fudge blended with world-famous vanilla soft serve to Blizzard® Perfection.
$8.25
It's Just Wings

It's Just Wings

4.5
(4k+)
• Wings • Chicken Wings
$0 delivery fee • 1.1 mi • 28 min
"The bone in wings are always thick, juicy and delicious. Hands down some of the best wings I've ever had. The hand pies were pretty good as well. "
"So with these guys its a hit or miss and what I mean by that is that, sometimes the wings would be covered in the suace that I ordered (mango habanero) but mejority of the time, it comes with barely any suace and they come dry. About the fries, they literally put such a small portions of fries it's ridiculous, for the amount of money that im paying, I should be getting my money worth bc this is pricey."
Boneless Wings
Boneless wings tossed in your choice of 2 flavors, served with fries & 2 sides of ranch.
$13.92
Bone-In Wings
Bone-in wings tossed in your choice of 2 flavors, served with fries & 2 sides of ranch.
$16.89
Boneless Wings Combo
Boneless wings tossed in your choice of 2 flavors, served with fries, 2 sides of ranch & a drink.
$16.87
Bone-In Wings Combo
Bone-in wings tossed in your choice of 2 flavors, served with fries, 2 sides of ranch & a drink.
$19.41
River Star Diner

River Star Diner

4.4
(2k+)
• Diners • Breakfast & Brunch
$0 delivery fee • 7.7 mi • 43 min
"Best French dip in the area and their breakfast platters taste amazing and are such a great value!"
"No gravy on the roast beef Roast beef is dry and tough Barely 3 pieces of bacon The loose containers were handed over during delivery and while i understand no plastic bags, you couldn't put the items in a paper bag."
Cheeseburger
Chargrilled 1/2 pound Beef Burger with American Cheese
$11.79
Two Eggs, Any Style
Seasoned beef or chicken with fresh tomatoes, lettuce, onions & tzatziki sauce wrapped in pita bread. Served with french fries.
$10.74
Chicken Finger Platter
Sliced Roast Turkey, Crisp Bacon, Lettuce, Tomato and Mayonnaise.
$14.09
Gyro Platter
Short Stack of Pancakes or French Toast, with Two Slices of Bacon, One Sausage, And Two Eggs, Any Style.
$14.73
Pardon My Cheesesteak

Pardon My Cheesesteak

3.7
(30+)
• American • Deli
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 29 min
$6 off on $30+
Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions on a toasted hoagie roll.
$17.21
Big Cat Combo
Your cheesesteak of choice, fries & a drink.
$21.96
CHOPPED CHEESE COMBO
The Ultimate Harlem Classic. We sear our seasoned ground beef and chop it on the grill with melted provolone, cheese sauce and caramelized onions in our signature fresh hoagie, comes with a side of fries.
$15.39
Chipotle Cheesesteak
Thinly sliced steak with melted provolone, cheese sauce & caramelized onions, doused with chipotle sauce on a toasted hoagie roll.
$17.09

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