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Mike's American

4.6 (8130 reviews)
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Hanger Steak

Mentioned multiple times as cooked to perfection, tender, juicy, and a favorite steak choice among reviewers, often coming with salad and mashed potatoes.

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Key Lime Pie

Frequently praised as an outstanding dessert with a homemade crust, highly recommended for anyone visiting, with several mentions of its deliciousness.

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Caesar Salad

Called the best Caesar salad ever by one reviewer and noted for freshness and flavor, often accompanying other dishes like crab cakes and steaks.

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Crab Cakes / Crab Cake Sandwich

Recommended for being packed with flavor and cooked to perfection; multiple reviewers enjoyed crab cakes with great satisfaction.

5

Cheddar Burger

Described as juicy, perfectly cooked, and loaded with rich, melty cheddar, making it a standout item for burger lovers.

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Drunken Ribeye

Highlighted as a top-notch steak option with great flavor and value, recommended by steak enthusiasts.

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Fried Calamari

Mentioned more than once as a tasty appetizer option alongside other starters like spinach artichoke dip.

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Jambalaya Pasta

Noted for being flavorful and well-prepared, often ordered with substitutions like angel hair pasta and containing chicken, shrimp, and sausage.

Location details

6210 Backlick Rd, Springfield, Virginia, 22150, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 10:30 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 11 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 11 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 11 PM
Friday 11 AM to 12 AM
Saturday 11 AM to 12 AM
Sunday 11 AM to 10:30 PM

About Mike's American

Suburban saloon offering American fare & regional seafood in a big, bi-level space hung with stars.

Amenities & services

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Late-night food
  • Small plates
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Counter service
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi
  • Free Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Lunch reservations recommended
  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations
  • Usually a wait

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • On-site parking

Frequently asked questions

What is Mike's American known for?

Mike's American is especially known for crab cakes and ribeye, including the drunken ribeye and filet mignon with crab cake and mushrooms. Reviewers also repeatedly call out the bread pudding and say the portions are generous, with service that stays quick even when the dining room is busy.

What is the atmosphere like at Mike's American?

The restaurant has a big, beautiful, multi-level dining room with an impressive bar, and reviewers describe the atmosphere as great, welcoming, and good for celebrations. It fits groups and families well, but it is also popular for solo dining and date nights because service is attentive and the layout feels polished without being stiff.

Is Mike's American good value, and what is the price range?

Mike's American is in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers say the generous portions make the price feel worthwhile. People often mention that the food quality, large servings, and attentive service justify the cost, especially for steak, seafood, and dessert.

Do you need a reservation at Mike's American?

Reservations are recommended for both lunch and dinner, and reviewers note that it can be extremely busy even when an early table is booked. Several guests mention quick seating once they arrived, but the restaurant is also listed as usually having a wait, so planning ahead helps.

Is parking available at Mike's American?

Yes. Free parking lot, On-site parking is available.

Does Mike's American have vegetarian options?

Yes, Mike's American offers vegetarian options.

Is Mike's American kid-friendly?

Yes, Mike's American is good for kids.

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