Great food. HORRIBLE Service! Their kitchen is always backed up. ALWAYS! I called in at 4:05 and…read moreasked if they would be able to have an order ready for pickup at 4:45 (4 bowls and a flatbread). They guaranteed that would not be a problem. Showed up at 4:50 and food wasn't ready. It is now 5pm and my food is still 10 minutes away from being done. We have been here about 8-10 times and if you have 40+ minutes to wait for your food then go for it. If not, find somewhere else.

Food was fabulous and the staff was amazing! Would highly recommend! Can't wait to come back k…read morethrough Springfield!

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

After leaving to head back home, when I think of this meal I think "eh, it was alright". I chose…read morethe spicy chicken sandwich and it was not spicy at all. I got the caesar salad on the side and that was actually better than the sandwich, I should have gotten that as my meal instead of the side, it was MUCH better than the sandwich. Fiancé picked the burger and he was pleased with it, he said he would come back for it, so maybe just don't get the chicken sandwich. Everyone working at this spot was very nice and super friendly! The location itself was very clean and staff were going through table by table and cleaning everything (I was shocked because it was already very clean).

Great fish and chips! Even better apple crisp…read more We had great service, cool atmosphere. We'll be back!

Not sure if it was because we came during the off season, or because the restaurant was busy, but…read moreour experience was just ok. We came for the fish and chips they everyone raved about on the reviews. We ended up getting the seafood sampler. We stated off with a small salad and French ok ion soup. Took quite a bit of time before we got either. Once we got the food the soil was good, the salad was just a salad. We were disappointed in the seafood. It was way over cooked, the shrimp was tough and the fish had no flavor. The Cole slaw tasted like someone had just sliced the cabbage and put it in a bowl.

Everything about this restaurant is amazing! We have never been disappointed. We have introduced…read moremany friends to it. I have only heard positive comments.

What a great place to eat! We are new to the area and were looking for a good place for seafood…read more Found FD's Grillhouse and boy, were we in luck! I had the fish & chips and they were amazing! My wife went with grilled shrimp, and she loved them (I also had to steal one). The restaurant was ultra chic, clean lines and lots of glass to bring in light. Very cool. Our waitress was excellent and attentive. And finally, the price was really reasonable. Great dining experience, and if I could rate it higher, I would!

This might be the best thing I've put in my face for a long time m. Lordy, it was so good, it…read moreabout makes me want to cry. First off, Emery our server was spectacular. He was spot on when I couldn't decide what to order and to surprise me. I got a small pecan, apple salad with goat cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette and the Seoul Food Chicken sandwich. I have never had chicken so tender and juicy and the slaw was perfect. The salad was equally amazing. The goat cheese and candied pecans, my mouth is watering just thinking of it. My son ordered the Brussel sprouts and chicken and waffles. Both off the hook. I should have walked through the whole place. It was architecturally interesting. The vibe was good, seating comfortable and you could catch the game, but there were not an overwhelming amount of TVs. If in Springfield, do not miss out on this local gem!

Always a great experience at civil kitchen. Service is great, never a wait, food is always good!…read moreThey have a great location on the corner of the square downtown!

Split Social Kitchen is creative, energetic, and clearly trying to push boundaries -- which I…read moreappreciate. The menu leans heavily into bold, "more is more" flavors, and while the food is often exceptional, it can sometimes feel like the extras (sauces, frying, presentation) overshadow the dish itself. The staff is fantastic, and the smaller space creates a loud, lively atmosphere that fits what they're going for. Pricing is on the higher side for what you get, so this feels more like an occasional experience than a regular go-to. Still, for something different and high-energy, it's definitely worth a visit.

Plenty of parking…read more About a dozen tables. Staff is very nice. Unique menu items. Cool names and nice ingredients. The burrito was great. The egg is on the outside. The gravy is one of the best I've had. Took a bit to get the food, great music while waiting. Highly recommend. P

Found our first Christmas pop-up bar for the holidays in Springfield Missouri at J.Ho.Ho.B Holiday…read morebar. As it was the opening weekend we had a 40 minute wait atmosphere and decorations were very nice. Put you in the holiday spirit. Service was pretty good. We ordered drinks first then we ordered from the menu not a lot of options to choose from as it is bar food, we both up for cheeseburgers fries Cheeseburger was kind of dry. French fries were sweet and very hot. My drink was very good. For me it was very very loud.

My wife and I decided to try out this awesome downtown spot. I decided to get the toddie wings. My…read morewife decided to get the classic burger and fries. The fries had a sugar seasoning on them, which was instantly different. I would say I enjoyed the fries more than my wife... overall we had a great experience. I highly recommend coming out to try the spot. Our server Guinevere was absolutely amazing.

What great ambience (think cozy, warm, slightly dimmed lighting, and the sound of sizzling…read moreplatters, with the aromatic spices which are somehow both comforting and stimulating)! The food was very good; I tried the rabbit (sweet, bit chewier than chicken, and darker meat). It was interesting! We also ordered sweet potato noodles with peas and spinach and added shrimp; that was delicious. Overall, pleased. The service (provided by both Caden and Leigh) was stellar. I'll be back when in Springfield.

A must stop ! Located in a beautiful historical downtown area . They offer 2 separate menus here ,…read moreone regular and one entirely vegan . Robust flavor , portions weren't outta control . Prices were on the higher end but well worth it.

This is a great place if you want a healthy meal. The food is always consistent and the service is…read moregood. Of course they're iced tea is amazing. It is so good. You can drink it as unsweet and it's still terrific. We like the turkey and cheddar on croissant but also splurge every now now to get chips and queso as a pre-meal snack. It's convenient located nearly across the street from Bass Pro shops and easy to get to near Campbell Avenue and sunshine Street.

Whenever I'm in the mood for a good deli sandwich, soup and salad McAllister's is my go to…read morefavorite.. I only wish the bacon was a better quality and crispy.

I stopped by Slap Box Pizza, tried the pepperoni and the margherita Pies. Both were fresh, hot, and…read morefull of flavor. Pepperoni had a great crispy edge, and the margherita had a nice balance of sauce, cheese, and basil. Service was quick and friendly too. Overall, a solid spot for good pizza, would definitely come back. Seating outside

Still closed since December 2025. Slapbox Pizza in Springfield, MO, has recently extended its…read more"Closed until further notice" according to their website dated January 14, 2026. In February passerby's noted workers removing cooking equipment.