Top rated American restaurants in Ankeny

Experience the best that Ankeny has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 190 places from American restaurant category.

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Lachele's Fine Foods
American restaurant
Bright cafe with a hip vibe specializing in burgers, hot dogs & sandwiches, plus vegan options.
4.90 (775 reviews) (~16.79 km from centre)
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Simon's
American restaurant
Polished bistro & bar serving American & Italian classics, from steak to spaghetti & meatballs.
$$ $$
4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~15.51 km from centre)
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Manhattan Deli
Sandwich shop
Unfussy sandwich shop dispensing deli classics, including homemade soups & desserts.
$ $$$
4.80 (1K reviews) (~16.99 km from centre)
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Guesthouse Tavern + Oyster
American restaurant
$$ $$
4.80 (40 reviews) (~24.36 km from centre)
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Goldie's Ice Cream Shoppe
American restaurant
Humble roadside pit stop focusing on soft-serve ice cream & breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.7K reviews) (~33.92 km from centre)
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Skip's
American restaurant
Veteran restaurant serving American cuisine & pasta dishes in a classy space with a full bar.
$$ $$
4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~20.77 km from centre)
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Aunt Maude's
American restaurant
Genteel setting for locally sourced, modern American cuisine paired with wines from a sizable list.
$$$ $
4.70 (864 reviews) (~32.62 km from centre)
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Cooper's on 5th
American restaurant
Old-school neighborhood bar & eatery serving sandwiches & elevated American comfort food.
$$ $$
4.70 (744 reviews) (~19.75 km from centre)
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The Station On Ingersoll
Sports bar
👍👍 This was a spur of the moment place we decided to get lunch and it was one of the best American places I've been to. Our waitress was exceptionally nice and checked up on us often and our food came out so fast, I barely blinked and it was already there. This is a must stop if you are looking for goo...
$$ $$
4.70 (736 reviews) (~16.9 km from centre)
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Cayannes' Cafe & Gifts
American restaurant
👍👍 My team and I dined here for 7 days at lunch time. The food is impeccable and fresh. The pie is top notch. We travel on a weekly basis and eat at many diners and restaurants. This is by far one I’ll remember for a long time. Quality of food is incomparable to other places and the staff are extre...
$ $$$
4.70 (230 reviews) (~29.69 km from centre)
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Burger Shop Clive
Fast food restaurant
👍👍 Okay. My wife and I were wanting to find a nice inexpensive place to go near Mercy one Health Center on a Monday night. I saw that Burger Shop was close by so we decided to try it. Wow what a find! This is definitely a five-star fast food restaurant. I had a Blue Buffalo Cheeseburger - some kick and...
$$ $$
4.70 (173 reviews) (~21.34 km from centre)
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The Iowa Taproom
Restaurant
Historic, industrial haunt with over 100 regional craft beers & locally sourced New American fare.
$$ $$
4.60 (3.6K reviews) (~16.08 km from centre)
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Waveland Cafe
Cafe
Neighborhood diner offering American breakfast staples, including eggs Benedict & pancakes.
$ $$$
4.60 (2K reviews) (~16 km from centre)
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Smitty's Tenderloin Shop
Restaurant
Humble American throwback with counter stools known for breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.6K reviews) (~22.96 km from centre)
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The High Life Lounge
Restaurant
Offbeat homage to the Midwestern beer halls of the 1960s dishing up old-school comfort food.
$ $$$
4.60 (1.5K reviews) (~16.61 km from centre)
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Provisions Lot F
American restaurant
Stylish American spot serving breakfast & coffee to dinner with cocktails in shakers & craft beer.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.4K reviews) (~29.98 km from centre)
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RoCA
American restaurant
Casually stylish brick-walled eatery serving New American entrees, small plates & craft cocktails.
$$$ $
4.60 (812 reviews) (~16.38 km from centre)
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Cheese Bar
American restaurant
An easygoing bar known for mac & cheese, charcuterie & cheese plates, & a full wine & beer menu.
$$ $$
4.60 (811 reviews) (~16.79 km from centre)
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Ambro's Roadhouse
Bar & grill
👍👍 Everyone at my table ordered a pork tenderloin. Both fried and grilled tenderloins were outstanding; when asked about the process, the waitress said they cut and pound their own fresh tenderloin . I had a side salad with my Ambro's Protein Special, and all of the greens were crisp and delicious. I w...
$ $$$
4.60 (757 reviews) (~40.3 km from centre)
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Sorriso Grille
Restaurant
Homey, old-school diner for breakfast & lunch comfort foods, daily specials & pies.
$ $$$
4.60 (712 reviews) (~4.84 km from centre)
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