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Best American restaurants nearby in Tega Cay

Wingstop

Wingstop

4.1
(5k+)
• Dinner • Chicken Tenders
$0 delivery fee • 10.9 mi • 45 min
"everything was right & the corn is sooo good (cajun & lemon pepper) add fry & lemon pepper seasoning to the fries too :)"
" Every time I order from Wingstop there's a problem to ask them to make sure that my corn was well done. It is well done. I also asked for extra seasoning. There is very little seasoning out here and it's only this one every time I go to any other Wingstop. My food is perfect and when I call to tell them that the person that answer the phone just hung up on me."
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
$21.71
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
$17.59
10 Wings
10 Boneless or Classic (Bone-In) wings with up to 2 flavors. (Dip not included)
$18.46
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
$19.53
Buffalo Wild Wings

Buffalo Wild Wings

3.9
(7k+)
• Desserts • Lemonade
$0 delivery fee • 6.8 mi • 38 min
"Excellent meal..I got the sampler thing. Wet lemon pepper wings, sliders, chicken strips, mozz sticks. Fresh and great flavor!! And I got all flats without asking lol win win"
"The Buffalo Ranch Chicken Wrap is delicious and very filling. Went to another restaurant offering the same wrap but it was no comparison. This wrap comes with plenty of meet, etc. I have had issue getting my fries or drink when ordering the meal through doordash. The Buffalo Ranch Chicken Wrap is delicious and very filling. Went to another restaurant offering the same wrap but it was no comparison. This wrap comes with plenty of meet, etc. I have had issue getting my fries or drink when ordering the meal through doordash. When doing a pick-up from doordash to Buffalo Wild Wings, confirm/ your order with BWW because they’ve lost my order a couple of times and told me it was due to system issues between the 2 businesses. "
Bone-In Wings
Traditional, bone-in wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between. A classic that never fails to satisfy.
$22.2
Boneless Wings
Boneless wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs from sweet to spicy and everything in between.
$18.11
All-American Cheeseburger
Two hand-smashed patties, American cheese, shredded lettuce, tomato, pickles, mustard, and mayo on a soft challah bun, served with crispy-battered French fries. The all-American cheeseburger, done B-Dubs-style.
$15.79
20 Bone-In Wings + Fries
20 traditional, bone-in wings hand-spun in your choice of sauces and dry rubs, from sweet to spicy and everything in between. Served with crispy-battered French fries. The ultimate 20-wing deal for game day, family night, or feeding a hungry crew.
$26.62
Culver's ButterBurgers and Frozen Custard

Culver's ButterBurgers and Frozen Custard

4.7
(900+)
• Dessert • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 12.1 mi • 38 min
Farther away
20% off on $25+
"This is my first time trying Culver's. I've heard many good things about it so I wanted to try it. When I got my stuff—all the options this chain offers seem great, the portion sizes are perfect, and my order was fulfilled correctly, but majority of the items I had were way too salty, especially the sauce and the fried sides. I've heard their food is more on the salty side, but I feel the saltiness is so overpowering, that it's hard to enjoy the food's distinct flavor that it has, unfortunately. From the fried items, the shrimp was the only thing that wasn't overbearing, but perhaps underflavored too. The other sides I ordered (mashed potatoes and coleslaw), were fine, definitely different from what I've tasted as a southerner, but nothing phenomenal. Also, I ordered a concrete mixer, but it came mostly melted. Can't blame them too much because it's summer, but disappointing. Overall, I'd say Culver's is overrated."
"First time having it. Loved it. Even though it was door dashed. It was still perfectly fresh. Portions are large, you will be full. Butterfly Jumbo Shrimp was perfectly crunchy. The Concrete Mixer® was absolutely bangin. Wisconsin Cheese Curds are 10/10. No words. If you're a ranch lover, please get the Culver's sauce. You won't regret it. 100% would order again. I could go on and on about how goated Culver's is. I love it. YUM."
The Culver's® Deluxe Value Basket
Our ButterBurger® at its best, made with fresh, never frozen beef, seared to order and finished with classic toppings on a lightly buttered, toasted bun. Plus fries and a drink, or upgrade to a premium side and handcrafted beverage (total price may vary based on selections).
$16.02
ButterBurger® Cheese Value Basket
A Culver’s family specialty made with fresh, never frozen beef, seared to order, topped with real American cheese and served on a lightly buttered, toasted bun. Plus fries and a drink, or upgrade to a premium side and handcrafted beverage (total price may vary based on selections).
$15.6
The Culver's® Bacon Deluxe Value Basket
Our ButterBurger® at its best, made with fresh, never frozen beef, seared to order, topped with two strips of crisp thick-cut bacon, and finished with classic toppings on a lightly buttered, toasted bun. Plus fries and a drink, or upgrade to a premium side and handcrafted beverage (total price may vary based on selections).
$18.14
Concrete Mixer®
Premium Vanilla or Chocolate Fresh Frozen Custard blended with your choice of mix-ins.
$7.22
Wendy's

Wendy's

3.8
(1k+)
• American • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 12.3 mi • 45 min
"Ordered the Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger Biggie™ Bag with a Chili on the side for lunch. I must say I was very impressed with the service today. Whoever worked 12-1PM today. Thank you! No complaints. Everything was fresh they even took the time to pack the cheese on the side for the Chili."
"I would have given them a 5 stars for the chili, as well as the chicken nuggets. But they left my cheese off my chili! however, the 10 piece chicken nugget was very good. Hot crispy, when I got it. Also, the chili tasted amazing. It was good today. Really good. Missing cheese the only reason they didn't get a complete five stars and yes, I will order again."
Jr. Bacon Cheeseburger Biggie™ Bag
Fresh, never-frozen beef, Applewood smoked bacon, American cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, and mayo. His fans call him JBC. One bite, and you will, too.
$7.36
Baconator® Combo
A half-pound* of fresh, never-frozen beef, American cheese, 6 pieces of crispy Applewood smoked bacon, ketchup, and mayo on a potato bun. Never too much bacon.
$15.07
10 PC. Crispy Chicken Nuggets
All-white-meat chicken breaded to crispy perfection and served with your choice of sauce. Because sometimes, you just need a nugg.
$5.9
10 PC. Nuggets Combo
100% white-meat chicken breaded to crispy perfection and served with your choice of 6 dipping sauces including Buttermilk Ranch, BBQ, Sweet & Sour, Honey Mustard, or Ghost Pepper Ranch.
$11.41
Subway

Subway

4.3
(700+)
• American • Comfort Food
$0 delivery fee • 3.8 mi • 23 min
"I was expecting a much thicker sandwich but would need an extra serving of meat just to make it a "REAL" sub. 😡 I was quite disappointed w/quantity vs. value of this meal & even making it a BOGO isn't enough incentive for me to purchase it again. Additionally, when I'm omitting most of the toppings except lettuce & spinach, the staff should ALSO be able to logically adjust the amount of condiments to be used on the bread so we're not left with drippings all over our hands or lap! It's just common sense, really! The ingredients ARE fresh, if you can identify/taste them as they swim in too much mayo & garlic aioli - it has great potential IF the meat portions were more generous than they currently are. I've always been partial to the various breads at Subway, but "a bread only doth not a sandwich make!!" A really good sandwich is balanced out nicely with the perfect spread/condiment, meat, cheese & toppings of choice ~ but any & all of it should be proportionate!! 😢"
"The cold cut didnt even have cold cut meats and the steak has only a little meat. This store is not creating subs like other subways. SMH"
Oven-Roasted Turkey
Oven-roasted Turkey, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$10.96
Spicy Italian
Spicy Pepperoni, Genoa salami, provolone cheese, jalapenos, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan bread.
$12.12
Tuna
100% wild caught Tuna salad, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes & onions served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$11.05
Black Forest Ham
Ham, provolone cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, onions & mayo served on our freshly baked Artisan Italian bread.
$10.69
Burger King

Burger King

4.1
(3k+)
• Burgers • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 5.8 mi • 24 min
"The food was fresh, it was good, but I didn't get marinara sauce for my cheese 4PC Mozzarella Sticks. Also, noticed for a small fry, it was half empty. Got less than a kids meal fry. "
"I understood it was close To closing but the meat was old and edges were very chewy. The bread seem like it sat out a little too long as it was hard too. The chicken fries were very dry. But it would've still got a good score if if it was earlier"
Whopper Meal
A ¼ lb* of flame-grilled beef patty topped 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.
$13.94
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.
$7.78
Original Chicken Sandwich
Lightly breaded chicken topped with crisp lettuce and creamy mayonnaise on a sesame seed bun.
$7.25
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.
$4.36
Cracker Barrel

Cracker Barrel

4.3
(7k+)
• Dinner • Dessert
$0 delivery fee • 12.9 mi • 47 min
Farther away
"The food was great! Everything was awesome. Portions were very nice. I could tell the food & breads were fresh. I will order again, probably today:) I got 4 veggies, +pinto beans & cornbread, the pot roast w/mashed potatoes & okra, + the chocolate cake! Cracker Barrel is at the top of my list. Ty, keep it up CB!"
"just finished the campfire beef meal and it was without a doubt the best meal I have ever had from this restaurant. the beef was absolutely the most flavorful, tender I have ever had and the corn, potatoes, onions, and grape tomatoes finished off the meal to perfection! GREAT JOB !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!1"
Momma's Pancake Breakfast®
Three buttermilk pancakes with two eggs* and choice of breakfast meat. Served with 100% pure natural syrup and whipped butter.
$14.12
Chicken n' Dumplins
Second only to mom's. Made with a hearty blend of beef, onions, bell peppers, and tomatoes. Served with two or three classic sides and buttermilk biscuits or corn muffins.
$14.66
The Best Classic Meatloaf
Four buttermilk biscuits.
$17.38
Buttermilk Biscuits (4)
Juicy grilled chicken tenderloin, marinated and grilled just right. Served with two or three classic sides and buttermilk biscuits or corn muffins.
$3.82
Palm Berries

Palm Berries

4.9
(200+)
• Snacks • Bowls
$0 delivery fee • 6.9 mi • 31 min
"As someone from latin America who grew up eating açai, this one is GREAT, probably the best I've had in CLT, it was perfectly sweet, fruits were fresh and their pb was amazing, also the portions are big"
"The Queen City Bowl is our favorite item from Palm Berries. Flavor is amazing (not too tart or too sweet). They offer a variety of toppings that my daughter and I enjoy. 10/10, we will always order again!"
Pure Base
Blend of organic açaí.
$15.91
Dubai Chocolate Bowl
Pure based topped with strawberries, chocolate chips, kataifi, Nutella & pistachio cream.
$17.04
Palm Bowl
Pure base topped with strawberries, kiwis, almonds, chocolate chips, and Nutella.
$15.2
Very Berry Base
Blend organic açaí, strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries, and bananas.
$15.2
Taco Bell

Taco Bell

4.0
(6k+)
• Mexican • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 4.2 mi • 24 min
"Taco Bell did great. New favorite, steak fry burrito. Mmmm. Dasher was also great! Excellent all around from a frequent orderer "
"All three Spicy Potato Soft Taco only have two small potatoes Both Grilled Cheese Burrito were smashed and burnt I only received 2 verde sauce packets when I ordered multiple Will not order from this location again"
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.)
$6.9
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.)
$7.42
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.)
$4.99
Jack in the Box

Jack in the Box

4.0
(2k+)
• Fast Food • Burgers
$0 delivery fee • 15.2 mi • 40 min
Farther away
"That was the best cheeseburger I've had in year's very good. Also, the fries were good, but they needed to be cooked. Just a little bit more. And maybe some special seasoning. the salad, fresh crisp, very, very good. I will be ordering again"
"Their version of a side salad is to plot down a couple of lettuce leaves and then put one slice of tomato on it and put it in your bag. Now, as far as the Burger, it was good, but it was tough. The bread was tough chewy. The 3 egg rolls were burnt. They were so hard. I couldn't eat them I had to throw them away."
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.
$15.79
Bacon Ultimate Cheeseburger™ Combo
2x 100% beef patties freshly seasoned, hickory smoked bacon, melty American & Swiss style cheeses, ketchup, mustard & mayo on an all-new buttery brioche bun, plus fries and a drink. Better Ingredients. Better Burger. 2570 calories.
$15.28
Ultimate Cheeseburger™ Combo
2x 100% beef patties freshly seasoned, melty American & Swiss style cheeses, ketchup, mustard & mayo on an all-new buttery brioche bun, plus fries and a drink. Better Ingredients. Better Burger. 2480 calories.
$15.01
Jumbo Egg Rolls (3)
Our egg rolls are filled with ground pork, cabbage, celery, carrots, onions & spices, with a side of sweet & sour sauce. You can't go wrong, really. 570 calories.
$8.11
Metro Diner

Metro Diner

4.5
(14k+)
• American • Diner
$0 delivery fee • 13.2 mi • 46 min
Farther away
"Fish & Chips very much enjoyed. The dish was nicky seasoned and not over fried. Tender and great flavor. Both servings of broccoli were also tender and nicely seasoned. The portion size was the whole meal is perfect and worth the price. This is my favorite place to get fish and chips."
"The cinnamon roll style waffle was delicious especially paired with the chicken with the I want to call hot honey sauce will definitely get again. Also very nice portion size for price"
Bissell Breakfast
Your traditional breakfast platter, available all day! Two eggs any style, bacon, toast, hasbrowns or grits, and a short stack of pancakes.
$14.75
Fried Chicken & Waffle
Half a fried chicken and a Belgian waffle, topped with powdered sugar and sweet, strawberry butter. Served with our signature sweet and spicy sauce.
$20.01
Three Egg Breakfast
3 eggs any style, hashbrowns, toast and choice of: bacon, sausage patties, sausage links, turkey sausage or Canadian bacon. A classic breakfast option.
$13.58
BACON CRISPY
Dig into our crispy, golden hashbrowns - the perfect all-day breakfast side.
$4.38
Theo's Chicken King Restaurant

Theo's Chicken King Restaurant

4.5
(300+)
• American • Casual Dining
$0 delivery fee • 9.5 mi • 38 min
"This place definitely gives the value for your money. 3 filets, 2 bigger one smaller, hush puppies are great fries could have seasoning but that's preference. Fish could have some seasoning, but the tarter sauce is good"
"The Perch & Popcorn Shrimp combination. With french fries, Slaw, Hush puppies and Tartar sauce. is substantial, delicious, packaged professionally and delivered hot and fresh. 10 out of 5 stars"
1. House Special Double Cheeseburger.With lettuce, tomato, mayo & French fries
With lettuce, tomato, mayo & fries.
$11.88
#4. Bacon Cheeseburger.With lettuce, tomato, mayo & French fries
With lettuce, tomato, mayo & fries.
$12.04
Grilled Chicken Salad with cheese
Grilled chicken, , lettuce, tomato, cucumber, & cheese.
$15.67
Flounder & Jumbo Shrimp combination. With french fries, Slaw, Hush puppies and Tartar sauce.
With chili, slaw, mustard, onions and fries.
$20.6
Pollo Campero

Pollo Campero

4.5
(900+)
• Guatemalan • Fast Food
$0 delivery fee • 10.3 mi • 40 min
"everything was amazing. idk that i've ever said this but that was the some of the best fried chicken i've ever had. it was both really seasoned, flavorful, & it was juicy AND crisped to perfection. i ate here a lot growing up in nyc and i definitely don't remember it being this good! thank you guys for my meal <3"
"If you like highly seasoned chicken. You are going to love Pollo Campero. The chicken is so juicy and flavorful. The fried chicken is more flavorful than the grilled in my opinion, but it's still good, but for my fried chicken lovers, you gotta try it. You will not be disappointed."
Three Piece Meal
Choice of Campero Fried or Roasted. Includes 3 Pieces of Chicken, Side and Choice of Tortillas or Dinner Roll
$12.96
Four Piece Special
Choice of Campero Fried, Roasted or Both (Fried & Slow Roasted). Includes 4 Pieces of Chicken, 2 Sides and Choice of Tortilla or Dinner Roll.
$17.3
Two Piece Meal
Choice of Campero Fried or Roasted. Includes 2 Pieces of Chicken, Side and Choice of Tortilla or Dinner Roll
$10.45
8 Piece Family Meal
Your Choice of Campero Fried or Slow Roasted Chicken. Includes 2 Family Sides and Your Choice of Tortillas or Dinner Rolls.
$34.22
Nash & Smashed

Nash & Smashed

4.6
(70+)
• American • Halal
$0 delivery fee • 16.0 mi • 49 min
"Love the Smashed Burger got a extra patty this time around so happy I did!!"
"Hard to find a decent veggie burger, but I found one ! And the waffle fries are delicious! I've ordered twice and both times were great"
The Classic Bull burger
Beef pattie's with melted cheddar cheese, tomato slices, lettuce and our signature smash sauce.
$12.47
The beast burger
Beef pattie's, turkey bacon, onion strings, pickles, cheddar cheese and lettuce.
$15.57
Honey butter buzz Sandwich
Nashville chicken, honey bytter, cheddar cheese, Signature sauce.
$12.78
Original Nashville Sandwich
Nashville chicken, signature nashville sauce, pickles and house slaw. choose your heat level.
$10.72
Park51cafe

Park51cafe

4.5
(300+)
• American • Cafe
$0 delivery fee • 12.7 mi • 52 min
Farther away
$12 Meal Box
"This is the real deal egg & cheese croissant. Perfectly flaked croissant with cheese folded into the egg. Hands down Best egg & cheese croissant ."
"The food was so good, they gave me double mashed potatoes and gravy which I was super excited about. The Mac and cheese was fresh and the bread crumbs are a nice additive. Would definitely order from here again"
two eggs (any style) with a choice of Bacon,links sausage,livermush,Ham,sausage party,or turky sausage like.
Two eggs*, ribeye steak*, home fries or hashbrowns or grits & toast or biscuit. *
$12.36
Steak & Eggs
Cheese Burger that is served in Patty , lettuce, onions, tomatoes, cheese with a side of French fries side
$18.75
Bacon, or Turkey Bacon (3 strip) or Sausage links or Turkey links
Two egg w/ cheese choose of meat
$3.95
Cheese Burger Meal
Ham, onions, peppers, tomatoes & cheese.
$12.03
Firehouse Subs

Firehouse Subs

4.7
(4k+)
• Sandwiches • Salads
$0 delivery fee • 5.4 mi • 31 min
15% off on $30+
"I love this place! It's always so flavorful. Love the Cajun mayo."
"very little meat, no flavor. bread was good, but I wouldn't order again."
Hook & Ladder
Smoked turkey breast, honey ham, and Monterey Jack, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, and deli mustard with a dill pickle spear served on the side. Calories: SM 360
$13.81
Italian
MD 720
$13.59
Smoked Turkey Breast
LG 1140
$13.04
Firehouse Meatball
Genoa salami, pepperoni, Virginia honey ham, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, deli mustard, and Italian dressing and seasoning Calories: SM 470
$13.68
Biscuits, Bowls and Burgers

Biscuits, Bowls and Burgers

4.5
(1k+)
• Southern • American
$0 delivery fee • 12.3 mi • 43 min
"This is my morning go to meal. It's packed with so much flavor and portion size is more than you could ask for. Every portion is cooked to perfection. I absolutely love it. The grits were creamy, eggs weren't overcooked, and the sausage had great texture; not burnt."
"I thought the Bacon or Sausage Loaded Home Fry Bowl was perfectly seasoned and delicious. not to mention I could turn my one portion into two meals. the Lemonade was also delicious and not too sweet, which was what I liked about it!"
Southern Bowl
A bowl that begins with creamy grits and home fries, then topped with savory sausage crumbles, sausage gravy, and two fresh eggs. A meal with a southern accent.
$12.15
Bacon or Sausage Loaded Home Fry Bowl
Home fries topped with onions, peppers, cheddar cheese, two eggs, and your choice of bacon or sausage.
$11.9
Bacon (or Sausage) Egg & Cheese Biscuit
Your choice of bacon or a sausage patty, egg, and American cheese on a grilled biscuit. Served with a side of your choice.
$9.61
Sweet Tea
Shrimp, andouille sausage, green peppers, and onions served over creamy roasted garlic and cheddar grits topped with hollandaise sauce, diced tomatoes and and two eggs. Served with garlic toast and a charred lemon.
$2.67

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