There is no better way to brush up on the alphabet than to explore some of the great dining spots in the Springfield area from A to Z! Whether you are craving sushi, pizza or something more unique, this guide will help you find your next meal based on the alphabet!
Ariake Sushi & Robata
Ariake offers the perfect date night setting, a menu filled with nigiri, sashimi, and many different sushi rolls. If you are not in the mood for fish, they also have great steaks, lamb chops, and vegetable-forward dishes!
Address: 1110 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield
Blue Heron Farm & Bakery
Fresh-baked bread, pastries, and hot coffee are just the tip of the iceberg at Blue Heron Farm & Bakery. Visit and try many of their breakfast sandwiches, salads, and soups made from scratch!
Address: 206 E. Commercial St., Springfield
Café Cusco
Offering a Peruvian-inspired menu, Café Cusco is known for its flavor-packed dishes, like Chupe Grande, a crawfish stew, sweet potato noodle stir fry, and the chicharron plate. They also have a wide variety of vegan and gluten-free menu items.
Address: 234 E. Commercial St., Springfield
Dancing Mule Coffee Company
One of the coziest spots to grab a bite and a coffee, Dancing Mule Coffee has excellent breakfast sandwiches, cinnamon rolls, and great coffee!
Address: 1945 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Early Bird Breakfast Pub
When you need delicious breakfast foods and cocktails, look no further than that Early Bird Breakfast Pub! They have great loaded oats, breakfast sandwiches, and even breakfast macaroni and cheese topped with eggs, hash browns, bacon and ham.
Address: 1717 E. Cherokee St., Springfield
Farmers Gastropub
The locally owned, British-inspired pub is well known for its focus on using local ingredients to create many of its menu items. With rotating lunch and dinner specials and seasonal menus, there is always something new to try at Farmers Gastropub.
Address: 2620 S. Glenstone Ave., Springfield
Gailey’s Breakfast Café
Located in downtown Springfield, Gailey’s is well known for its excellent breakfast items. The famous Sweet Browns hash browns are a must-try when visiting. They offer everything from biscuits and gravy to pancakes and omelets! Don’t forget to also stop by for lunch and dinner!
Address: 220 E. Walnut St., Springfield
Haruno Japanese Sushi Bar & Grill
Haruno is one of Springfield’s favorite spots for lunch and dinner. It serves a great selection of sushi rolls, including the mozzarella asparagus tempura, which is a must-try when visiting. They also have specials for late-night diners, as they stay open until 11 p.m. Monday through Saturday.
Address: 3044 S. Fremont Ave., Springfield
Inner Circle Vodka Bar
With ample outdoor space, Inner Circle Vodka Bar has a menu filled with infused cocktails and great live music, and they are known to bring in a food truck or two from time to time!
Address: 319 W. Walnut St., Springfield
Jamaican Patty Co.
The ultimate handheld food, Jamaican Patty Co. offers many different flavors of their famous Jamaican patties filled with curry, chicken, beef and cheese, or a veggie patty. They also serve oxtail, pasta, and jerk chicken!
Address: 3439 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield
Karai Ramen + Handroll
Nothing soothes the soul like a warm bowl of ramen. Karai Ramen + Handroll offers large bowls of all your favorite ramen filled with homemade broths, multiple proteins, veggies, seafood, and even kimchi. They also have rice bowls, sushi, and sandwiches!
Address: 604 W. Republic Road, Springfield
Leong’s Asian Diner
The famous diner where Springfield Cashew Chicken was born, Leong’s Asian Diner, is a must-stop for all things cashew chicken! They also have lettuce wraps, homemade egg rolls, salads, and even burgers on the menu.
Address: 1540 W. Republic Road, Springfield
Mama G’s Kitchen Downtown
Soul food at its finest! Mama G’s in downtown Springfield has some of the best stick-to-your-bones food: fried pork chops, stuffed turkey legs, chicken wings, and collard greens.
Address: 210 S. Market St., Springfield
Nonna’s Italian Cafe
Italian food, just like Nonna makes, is what owner Shawn Kraft strives to achieve at Nonna’s Italian Café—sourcing fresh, quality ingredients to create their Authentic Italian dishes, like pappardelle Bolognese, Rigatoni Arrabbiata, and Spaghetti Amatriciana. Nonna’s is a must try for all your Italian food cravings!
Address: 306 South Ave., Springfield
OXO Bar and Grill
A Latin-inspired sports bar serving in-house made chips, ceviche, tacos, burritos, and even brunch! At night, the dance floor lights up, welcomes many Latin bands to perform, and lets you dance while still trying their great menu!
Address: 2550 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield
Piccolo
The D’Aprino family has brought their contemporary take on Italian cuisine to the city of Nixa! Try foods like Italian nachos, sous vide tri-tip, and calamari steaks, plus free bread and salad with each meal! They also have a great selection of desserts guaranteed to cure your sweet tooth!
Address: 107 W. Aldersgate Drive, Nixa
Q Enoteca
If you are looking for a great private event space, look no further than Q Enoteca! They offer a large selection of wine and beer and can make sure your private event is perfect! On Wednesday nights, they host a trivia night called Quizzical, open to the public and starts at 7 p.m.
Address: 308 W. Commercial St., Springfield
Roots Coffee Bar
Roots Coffee Bar is a locally owned coffee shop pumping out food that is as good as the beverages! The menu features breakfast burritos using smoked pulled pork, house-made pastries, and awesome sandwiches for lunch! Grab a dirty chai latte, an order of biscuits and gravy and relax!
Address: 1645 W. Republic Road, Springfield
Señor Julian Mexican Bar & Grill
This family-owned and operated restaurant has quickly made a name for itself in the area! The menu is filled with favorite dishes like queso birria tacos, trashcan nachos, homemade flour tortillas, and a great margarita selection!
Address: 3405 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield
Trailer Perk Coffee
One of the brightest coffee spots on the west side of Springfield. Trailer Perk Coffee has gone from coffee trailer to brick and mortar without losing a beat! Serving hot and iced coffee, Italian sodas, smoothies, and seasonal snacks!
Address: 2848 W. Chestnut Expy., Springfield
Urban Grounds Coffee + Plant Lab
The collaboration that we never knew we needed: a coffee shop plus a plant shop all in one! Urban Grounds Coffee serves great lattes, espresso, and a beverage flight that lets you mix and match coffee, tea, and botanicals! Grab a cup of coffee, one of their loaded toasties, and browse for some new plants for the house all in one shop!
Address: 5557 N. 21st St., Ozark
Van Gogh’s Eeterie
From the moment you step into Van Gogh’s, you feel like you have been transported to Holland for breakfast or lunch! Specializing in the Pannenkoeken (Dutch Pancake), a thin, 12-inch crepe-style pancake, they top the pancakes with sweet toppings like fresh fruit, sprinkles, and chocolate sauce. They also offer savory items like smoked salmon, vegetables, and goat cheese!
Address: 334 E. Commercial St., Springfield
W.F. Cody’s
Known for their breaded mushrooms, pork tenderloin and the 1 lb and ½ lb burgers, WF Cody’s has been a Springfield staple for over 40 years! Stop in to play some pool, grab a drink, and enjoy those monster burgers!
Address: 3138 E. Sunshine St., Springfield
Xurros
Consider your sweet tooth cured when you see the Xurros truck in town! After learning the art of the churro in Barcelona, Spain, brothers Eddie and Jorge brought the delicacy to the area! They offer full-sized churros topped with chocolate, cookies, sprinkles, or just plain. You can also order curry minis if you want something a bit lighter!
Address: 2463 W. Sunshine St., Springfield
Yen Ching
Great food and large portion sizes reign supreme at Yen Ching in Ozark. They have a huge menu with something for everyone to enjoy. Pad Thai, Shrimp Fried Rice, and even spicy cashew chicken! Check out both their dinner and lunch menus and enjoy something tasty!
Address: 5301 Towne Center Dr., Ozark
Zayka Indian Cuisine
The go-to spot for Indian cuisine in downtown Springfield. Zayka’s menu offers everything from, chicken pakora, and vegetable samosa on the appetizer menu, to Lamb vindaloo and chicken curry entrees. The mango lassi is also a great Indian beverage to pair with any dish!
Address: 311 S. Jefferson Ave., Springfield
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