Katie was great and the service was fantastic along with the food. Highly recommend one in the area.read more

We had an absolutely fantastic experience hosting my daughter's 15th birthday party at Big…read moreWhiskey's this past Saturday. We had 20 of her friends upstairs, and I really can't say enough good things about how well they took care of us. Jay and Tracy could not have been better hosts. In the days leading up to the party, I received at least five phone calls or text messages making sure everything was set and that they knew exactly what we needed. Jay even gave me his personal cell phone number in case I needed anything. We ordered a couple of items from the catering menu, and the amount of food for the money was incredible. We probably only ate half of it and had a tremendous amount of leftovers to enjoy afterward. Cassidy was our server and took perfect care of us throughout the entire party. Everyone went out of their way to make sure we had everything we needed. I'm pretty sure they even made a special trip to the store just so we could have baby carrots as part of our vegetable tray. The upstairs space is also a perfect spot for a private event downtown. It gave 20 teenagers plenty of room to have their own party while still making everything incredibly easy for us as parents. From the communication beforehand, to the food, to the service during the party, it could not have been a better experience in any respect. We will absolutely be back, and I wouldn't hesitate to host another event there in the future. Highly recommend!

Amazing selection of whiskey, bourbon, and all spirits... Nice variety of wines, seltzers, beers…read moreand cocktails. Super fun atmosphere and friendly service. I am not a cigar smoker at all, but I love to go with my husband, who is!

What a great place, huge selection of spirits and a very nice walk in humidor. They did not carry…read moremy everyday go to so I bought some others and they were kind enough to order my regular smokes.

Slot machines, large area influences and Excellent pizza!…read more Play pool Happy happy happy happy place

Stopped in with the family on the Sunday morning of Labor Day weekend looking to have…read morebreakfast...because the sign and per mom's recollection of Facebook advertising...they had breakfast. We should've known that probably wasn't the case since there were only 3 cars outside. After getting in, they let us know that they do *not*, in fact, do breakfast. They were apologetic about it though and at least pointed us in the right direction. And on the known side, if you're looking for a hole in the wall bar that smells vaguely of smoke, this would be your jam. I'd imagine this place is pretty fun to grab a brew or other adult beverage at later in the evening.

Andy was great and so personable. We were traveling from IN to TX and stopped for the night…read more Husband got the Schoolhouse burger with fries-delicous burger and tasty fries. I chose the JOBLT and salad with blue cheese dressing. The tangy sauce on the BLT was awesome and went well with the Mother's Mo State Lager. The blue cheese dressing was perfect. I would definitely stop here again!

This place isn't what it used to be. Here's my latest visit details:…read more- Full Ride Burger - This is decent with the sharp cheddar and marinated onions....but so overcooked, the meat is so dry. - Pepperoni & Cheese balls - The first batch came out with cold inner filling. The second batch came out with an overcooked outside. These could be good for what they are...but simple execution lacks. - Wedge Salad - never had one of these with balsamic all over it. Way too much. Then, no actual dressing and sole blue cheese chunks. I ate it....but sure got tired of the odd balsamic taste. Rasta Pasta - edible but not the good flavor it used to have. Fries - This place used to have the best fries. Well, now, door out of the bag double coating fey version. Uhm....no...notta...not special at all like they used to be. Any number of the old Grad School location menu items...no longer available. Not a place I need to go any longer. Unfortunate....as again....it used to be a killer place.

Went here with my daughter and the pizza balls, burger, and fries were all a 10/10. The dry sauce…read moreis also amazing. If you're looking for a good burger you won't be disappointed! Waiter was great and the patio was perfect.

I've gone to this place....since it opened on Jefferson St. Now on Walnut St....I'll sum up my…read morethoughts on the place: - Full Ride Burger: It's still awesome and has a great taste....with the sharp cheddar and bacon topping it off. Oh, the marinated and caramelized onions...excellent. I go double cheese...as it does run off and out of the burger. Now, where this place has ruined the near best burger experience in town: The Fries. They do not do the hand cut fries and that certain seasoning they put on them in the past. The fries were killer and the taste was fantastic. But no....they've gone to some Sysco pre-fab fry....that frankly....is lousy. They potato doesn't even have a real potato taste. My final thought: Go to Lindbergh's for the absolute best burger and fry combo in Springfield. They fry the burger in duck fat - any more questions about how good it'll be?! That's right, Lindbergh's on Commercial St.

1932 Reserve is by far the best restaurant on the lake. The cocktails are delicious and the food is…read moreamazing. The brussel sprouts were out of this world (just the right amount of crunchy, sweet, and savory). The pork loin with smashed bacon potatoes was one of the best meals I've had in a very long time. The carrot cake we had for dessert was the best carrot cake I've ever had. One thing that really surprised me was the portions. Usually at an upscale casual restaurant like this, the portions tend to be on the smaller side. Not here. You had to roll us out! Richard, our waiter, was amazing, and the rest of the staff was so nice and attentive. I've been saying for years that the food scene around the lake is a little disappointing. You can get pretty burnt out on all the restaurants serving similar foods that start to taste the same. 1932 Reserve is such a refreshing change. It's a great place for a special occasion, a date night, or just when you want a really delicious meal at a nice restaurant and you're tired of the typical restaurants around the lake. The one negative would be the parking, but it seems like they have a golf cart running people back and forth, which definitely helps. The Reserve has absolutely proven that they deserve a place at the lake, and I really hope they're successful for many years to come. The food and experience was truly great. It's the kind of restaurant you might expect to find in a big city, and I'm so glad it's here.

Beautiful spot, but $500 fine-dining prices with diner-level execution…read more Where to start. We've been coming here by boat for years. Experiences have always had up-and-down moments, but this time was disappointing because I really wanted it to be great. It just wasn't. The Good: The restaurant itself is gorgeous, and the waterfront ambiance is spot on. It's clearly the place to be at the lake--so good job on the venue. The Service & Atmosphere: Service was adequate, but far from fine dining. If you're charging premium prices, the service model needs to match. Having random runners drop food at the table without knowing who ordered what is diner or casual Mexican restaurant service, not an elegant dining experience. The new manager stopped by twice--a nice touch, until we actually provided constructive feedback. Instead of offering a remedy, he offered excuses about being new and didn't handle criticism well. The Food: Apps (Deviled Eggs & Tuna): Both looked like they'd been plated earlier in the day--they had an unappetizing "sheen" to them that made them look leftover rather than fresh. The flavor on the eggs was completely muted, and the tuna was equally lusterless. Salads: We split the Caesar, and our friends had the wedge. They were served without any offer of fresh pepper. When we flagged down a staff member, they brought out cheap grocery-store salt and pepper grinders. Later, we were told the new chef prefers not to offer pepper on the table. With all due respect to the chef: that's the guest's choice, not yours. (Side note: the wedge was tasty, but oddly wasn't actually cut into a wedge). Mains: The ladies had the Sea Bass--the dish that originally put this place on the map. It was okay, but not as good as it used to be; the new Asian flair and bowl presentation take away from what used to make it the star of the show. The pork chop was good and thoroughly enjoyed. My lasagna had a great portion size and good base flavor, but it was dry as jerky with practically zero sauce. The Verdict: The restaurant will continue to thrive simply because of its location and the lack of competing fine-dining options on the water. But when you're dropping $500 on dinner, you expect accountability and an outstanding meal. We won't be back anytime soon.

Ivy provided great service. I ordered a few items from the happy hour menu from 3-6, including the…read morebeer cheese pretzels, which came out fresh and hot. The loaded fries with bacon and green onions were also very good, along with the buffalo chicken dip served with tortilla chips and potato sticks. They have an impressive whiskey selection for a sports bar. Overall, it was a pretty good visit. 5 G's

My husband loves all their burgers especially the ones that contain bacon! I'm a chicken girl and…read moretheir wings are so good! I like the Thai sauce on mine, it reminds me of the rooster at coyotes grill. Unfortunately the wings don't come with fries, which makes them less of a good deal, unlike the burgers. They're a bit expensive but for a date night or a celebration it works well!

Shout out to Shane who is the glue that holds that place together on the weekends almost every time…read morewe go. He never stops. He has his eye on your drinks, your plates, everything. He is hospitality personified, charming and politely accommodating. Generally the staff is pleasant and engaging. I like the changing special menu BW offers and often order from it. This location makes a tasty margarita. The Strawberry Hill Salad is amazing. The chairs at the high tops are really the worst, incredibly uncomfortable. Otherwise the atmosphere is laid back and comfortable.

Offering a big thanks to the staff and management at Big Whiskey's on Republic Road in Springfield,…read moreMO. They worked with me to host a 90th birthday party for a family member in their private room. We were able to decorate the way we wanted, show slides and videos on the TV, and bring in our own cake. On top of that, the food and service were terrific, and our guests were well fed and happy. Thanks to ALL.

Low key dive bar with billiards and karaoke. Decent bar food, cheap beer. I would come back here if…read moreI was visiting Fort Leonardwood again.

Best cheese burger I have had in a long time! Some Buddies…read moreand I watched the Super Bowl here, great staff and wonderful food!