I am not sure where to start, so here goes: asked Chatgpt where would be a great place to eat neat…read morethe Route 66 Car Museum (BTW, that is a must do! Amazing collection of vintage cars, not your everyday American made vehicles). Cafe Cusco came up at the top of the list. We drove into a wonderfully historic section of Springfield that is slowly but surely revitalizing itself with eclectic shops and eateries. (Keep it up, Springfield! ) walked into a beautiful Cafe with stained glass, woodwork which in itself was jawdropping. Sierra our server/"tour guide" into the venue was outstanding, introducing us to Peruvian inspired cuisine. Hubby had the Chorizo Burger, said it was the best tasting Chorizo he has ever had. I had the Jalea Mixta for my meal...and wow, it was wonderfully prepared with delicious sauces to explore. Both dishes had a side of mixed greens salad dressed with an amazing basil lime aoili...it was the first time I have ever seen my husband enjoy mixed greens! And the pickled red onions were awesome! We will definitely drive the 2 hours to come back. Fyi, everything was made in house, so fresh.

First time here and it was amazing!…read more Our friends made reservations for a Friday night and requested a covered booth. Loved the historic building and decor. Very charming. Our server was very helpful and took time to answer all our questions. We started with Andean tamales with pork. Ahhh-mazing! The best thing we ate all night. For our entrees we had Blackfish and Lomo Saltado with steak. The fish was delicious and generous. However, the Lomo Saltado was a bit underwhelming compared to everything else. Overall, highly recommend!

When I go to Lindberg's I read the menu but end up ordering my favorite - the grilled cheese with…read moreonion jam. Oh my.. I'vehad several items on the menu but always come back to the grilled cheese. This local bar has history, is on a lively street, has great food, great service, live music, and a good selection of beer on tap. What more can one ask for??

After moving back from Las Vegas, this was my first time eating at Lindberg's in a little over two…read moreyears. Unfortunately, I left disappointed because the food quality just wasn't what I remembered. I had been telling my wife how great the food used to be--almost like gourmet bar food--and was really looking forward to sharing that experience with her. The smash burger no longer tasted like the duck-fat burger I remembered, and the fries definitely didn't seem to be house-made anymore. They tasted more like a lower-quality frozen product, which was a letdown. On the positive side, the service was excellent. Even with the restaurant getting busy and a live band setting up, the staff stayed friendly, attentive, and on top of everything. One thing to note is that we initially arrived around 12:45 p.m. on Sunday, only to find out they weren't open and was told that something came up and they didnt open until 3:00 p.m. on this Sunday. Overall, I still enjoyed the atmosphere and appreciate the great service, but I hope the kitchen can get back to the food quality that made Lindberg's one of my favorite spots in the past.

Black and bleu salad after a long day of travel was perfect! Beautiful greens with beef and bleu…read morecheese??? YUM! But then drizzle a vinaigrette dressing over it and talk about a taste explosion!!! Try it!!!

I'd describe my experience at Civil Kitchen as mediocre. The hostess greeted me but was somewhat…read moreunfriendly, leaving me at my table without a word, where I waited for 5-10 minutes without any service, even though the restaurant was not even close to half full. My server was friendly and professional, however. I ordered the fish tacos. The fish was crunchy and delicious, but there was very little in each taco, with each piece only running about 2/3 the length of the small tortilla. The tacos, despite their many toppings, tasted rather flat, although the slaw was fresh. One more thing: The limes that came with my drink and tacos were drying out and faded. Overall, I was unimpressed and hope others have a better experience!

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.

This was recommended to us by a hotel employee. We're out of…read moretowners. We tried it and were very happy. The food was wonderful. Best burger I've had in a long time. Can't wait to go back again.

Julie seated us & served us today. She was truly hospitable and knowledgeable. She said this…read morewould be the best burger we have ever had & we have to agree - top 5!!!!Unbelievable - juicy, quality meat - wagyu mix , and the dipping sauces were all great. ( get the tray to try all - worth it). The fries are battered so I could not have - so for me got the sweet potato's and my husband ordered the smoked bacon apple fries - he loved them! We both ordered the cappuccino shake - so rich & heavy. Beware its heavy cream heavy but delicious. Great spot & such a welcoming group. Price was worth every penny and this place makes places like Whattaburger (which we ordered on road night before ) a complete disgrace. Black sheep will be a place we visit again each time thru Springfield.

There are flavors that are good and then there are flavors that stop you in your tracks…read more The Danielle & David Tuna Bombs with a kimchi vinaigrette were extraordinary... bright, unexpected, and completely addictive. The Kevin Costner was another standout. The subtle hint of lavender from the Herbes de Provence rising through the rich red sauce was such a beautiful, unexpected note. When a chef can create flavors that linger long after the last bite, you remember the meal. This was one of those meals.

Visited for the first time with friends on a Saturday night. They had made reservations, which is…read morerecommended as it's a small place. I had prepared ahead by looking at the menu on their website. However, I was disappointed to find out it wasn't the same menu so I had to quickly make a new selection. I ordered the KUNG FU HUSTLE (salmon) and my husband had DANIELLE & DAVID TUNA BOMBS as an entree. While everyone's food at our table came out at different times, it was fresh, unique and flavorful. The portions and quality exceeded our expectations for the price. Despite being completely packed, we were still able to hear the conversation at our table. Overall, we loved the food and look forward to going back soon.

fresh and great food excellent service and very clean…read morewill def find again was a bit unsure from outside but what a wonderful surprise

Sometimes you just need a salad. I especially needed a salad today because I have recently consumed…read more528 Christmas cookies ( slight exaggeration) and really think some greens will keep me from having to shop for an entirely new wardrobe. Enter The Grotto west coast food. Since I lived on the west coast for 40 years I thought it was appropriate that I come to judge the West coast authenticity. This place is awesome. My friend had a Baja bowl that looked and smelled divine and I had the steak Gorgonzola salad, the meat portion was huge and the candied pecans were delicious. I might even bring my super judgmental west coast rude family here since I think even they would be pleased at how delicious the food was. We sat in a comfy booth and loved every bite of our meal, the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect complement to the savory steak and sweet pecans. I can't wait to go back to the grotto

This is one of my top 5 Gluten Free stops in Missouri. Their GF pancakes are absolutely out of…read moresight; piled high with fresh ingredients and thoughtfully crafted. I will absolutely make a day trip from St. Louis to go have a meal here again, undoubtedly. The service was impeccable; everyone on site was warm, thoughtful and made sure the experience was perfect. They answered every one of my gluten free questions without even blinking and even make recommendations that I wouldn't have even considered. I was absolutely stuffed when I left; and have no regrets. The ambiance was warm, cozy and inviting; the absolute stop on a bubbling district street that has some of the best Springfield has to offer. If you're considering stopping by here? Go! The menu is extensive, generous and if you make a reservation, try to avoid the bustle of what all the locals already know-- this place is popular!

(Updating, because: bad autocorrect...) Meh…read more Food isn't terrible, but it's nothing to write home about. Service isn't terrible, but it isn't great. Ambiance is ok, but something about the atmosphere feels cold and uninviting. Idk. Just a meh place, all around.

A full year since the last time we were here and once again we had a spectacular experience…read more This place is uniquely special, such a beautiful place and such a welcoming atmosphere, and the food...... it is outstanding i can't recommend this place enough.. We will be back next year

Stopped in Friday evening and loved the location and historic vibe, but the space felt like it…read morecould use a refresh. It was very quiet at 7 PM, and overall the restaurant seemed a bit worn and in need of some attention. The staff was friendly and welcoming, which we appreciated. We ended up not staying for dinner, but with some updates and a little more energy, this could be a really great spot.

Brittany along with the behind the counter crew were amazing! 10/10 stars for customer service and…read morekindness!!!

Ordered a meal through DoorDash to a hotel. My order was incomplete and chipotle could not refund…read morethe money. The food was also cold and unappetizing. Overall disappointing.