Henderson Restaurant Guide

A passion for hot rods spurred the creation of Hot Rod Grille, the popular restaurant-bar at 1231 American Pacific Drive in Henderson. Owners Randy Donald and Paul Wells designed the car-themed venue to fit in with their Hot Rod Hill auto plaza, and the Grille's decor reflects their interests: a 1932 Deuce Coupe and 1955 Chevrolet Bel Air are suspended above the bar, replicas from the film "American Graffiti." There's also a mural on the back wall of the bar, painted by Kenny Youngblood, featuring a scene from the movie. In a corner of the dining room, a candy-apple red 1962 Cadillac convertible stands on end with a large-screen TV set in it. Cad-Kong, an 18-feet-tall combination merchandise display and waitress stand at the center of the restaurant, is designed after a 1959 Cadillac. The restaurant also offers patio dining and a banquet-party room on the second floor. The upstairs area has a feel of a huge game room, and it's decked out with billiards, video games, ample seating for your gathering and more. It's the perfect venue for a holiday party, celebration or just a get-together with friends. The menu consists of a large variety of selections. The nitro burger and Iowa Pork Tenderloin are staples in the menu; plus there are sandwiches, wraps, pastas and numerous pizzas. The restaurant opens at seven for breakfast and has a children's menu as well. Food is available 24 hours a day in the bar.