Rockwells American Restaurant — Restaurant in Town of Pelham

We recently celebrated my friend’s birthday at Rockwells in Pelham, and the entire experience was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment we arrived, the staff greeted us with warmth and professionalism, setting the tone for a memorable evening.

Ambiance: Rockwells offers a perfect blend of cozy and classy. The lighting was just right—dim enough to feel intimate but bright enough to see everyone’s smiles. The space had a lively energy without being overwhelming, and the background music added a pleasant touch without interrupting conversation. Our table was well-situated, offering enough room for our group while still feeling connected to the vibrant atmosphere of the restaurant.

Service: The staff at Rockwells deserve a standing ovation. Our server was attentive, friendly, and patient—especially impressive given the size of our party. Orders were taken promptly, drinks arrived quickly, and we never once felt rushed. The birthday guest of honor was treated with special attention, including a complimentary dessert that came with a cheerful round of singing from both our group and some of the restaurant team.

Food & Drinks: The food was a true highlight. Whether you ordered a steak, seafood, or one of their pasta dishes, each plate came out hot, beautifully presented, and bursting with flavor. I had the [insert dish you ordered if known], and it was perfectly cooked and generously portioned. The cocktails were creative and well-balanced—we especially loved the signature margarita and their seasonal sangria. For dessert, we shared a few options, and the chocolate lava cake stood out as the favorite.

Extras & Personal Touches: Rockwells went above and beyond to make the celebration feel personal. They allowed us to bring in balloons and a small cake, and even helped with the presentation and cutting. The birthday toast felt special with the attentive staff making sure everyone had what they needed.

Final Thoughts: Rockwells in Pelham was the ideal spot for a birthday celebration—excellent food, outstanding service, and a warm, welcoming environment. Whether you’re planning a casual dinner or something a little more festive, this spot hits the mark. We left with full bellies, full hearts, and memories we’ll be talking about for...

I deeply regret having been an enthusiastic patron of this place for over two years. I have never written a negative review but what happened last night is disgraceful and contemptable, and we will certainly never set foot in this joint again (I highly recommend Yonkers Brewery Co. as an alternative). We have been to this place almost once a week, sometime twice for a long time, know all the waiters on a first name basis (and vice-versa), but we had never attended the weekly comedy night, in the lower ground dining room. Just in the last 7 days we had eaten in the bar room twice. Still we were happy to go again last night invited by friends for dinner and comedy. The first number was fine with raunchy chats between the performer and the audience. The second number was more painful, and it did not seem to be amusing from the start. The funnyman called on me for looking too serious, and suggested that I would laugh before his sketch was over. Then he went on with very sorry lines straight out of a Fox news storybook about the legitimacy of the presidency, and the illegitimate alternative choice in the election. I commented twice that ‘this is not funny!”. As he continued on the same theme, we turned to our hosts and apologized that we had enough of it and were going home. Then we headed upstairs to leave the place. We did not think much of the situation, except that it was really bad comedy. What happened next is totally scandalous. The owner of the place confronted us by the exit door, refused to let us leave, and told us in front of the packed main dining room, that a) we were not welcome to come back, and b) we had to pay before leaving the premises. When we explained that our friends would be paying the bill, he threatened to call the cops. We suggested that indeed he might just do that, but as we did not want to embarrass our hosts, and create more commotion, we paid what looked like the full diner bill. I did comment that he might have got a better tip from our...

Rockwell's came highly recommended by my friends, but I was not impressed. If you're not a hamburger person, this isn't the place for you.

I decided to have lunch here with four friends. The prices were reasonable, but my appetite was not satisfied.

The clam chowder was lukewarm and had no seasoning/taste, the fried calamari was greasy, the sautéed spinach was oily, and the blackened salmon was barely edible. They took "blackened" to a whole other level that I've never experienced! And please don't serve me iceberg lettuce and tell me it's caesar salad.

We ordered coffee/tea after eating. My hot water was straight up cold. That tells me that they don't pay attention to the small details.

Our server was pleasant, no problem there. Slightly old fashioned decor...like Pizzeria UNO's. The bathroom is a tissue box. Two stalls, but two people can't stand in the bathroom at the same time. It's that tiny. Hold it, and drive down the road to the Pelham Manor Shopping Center :)

I won't be back, and unless you're in the mood for burgers and fries, this spot...