Clean and fresh place! Not the same old sandwiches! Special breads and bakery buns provide the base…read morefor grass fed beef sandwiches, fresh produce, and a tasty treat. And many coffee options! And did I mention pastries and cookies?? Yes! They have those too! Family friendly, Christian based, and ready to treat you to the best they have to offer. We will definitely be back!

The perfect stop on our way to Kansas City from St Louis! It's right off I-70 and such a cute place…read morewith tons of food options (and healthier options than most). We got a couple of sandwiches -- the beef one was SO GOOD and the breakfast was was also phenomenal. The staff was very friendly and the space was lively. They even have meeting spaces if you're from the area! They sell some local flowers, honey, beef and even tallow. I highly recommend the blackberry smoothie for an organic and not-too-sweet option and the maple cinnamon latte (I ordered half sweet) if you need a pick me up. This will definitely be a "must stop" anytime I make this drive!

I was in Columbia, MO visiting family and we went to Arrow Rock to see a play at the Lyceum…read moreTheatre. My mom made reservations at Catalpa a few months earlier to get the chef's table and we all had a wonderful time. The food was all absolutely top notch and perfectly prepared and presented. The timing of the courses was flawless and the staff was friendly, helpful, and accommodating. There were four of us and we shared 2 appetizers, the spanakopita and the pork shank. Each of us had the salad, an entree, dessert, and a dinner roll. The sangrias and featured cocktail were also delicious. I had the roasted duck and the others had the lamb rack, tortellini with shrimp, and salmon. We shared two desserts, the lemon pound cake and the affogato. Everything was really great and I'm confident anything off the menu would be the same. Also, we had plenty of leftovers for a salmon and shrimp omelette the next day and I'm sure my mom will put the lamb to some good use. I loved my duck so there was none to take home! They give you PLENTY to eat!! Thanks to Liz and her staff for an evening to remember.

We had dinner here over a month ago. The staff were great and we got to meet the owner. It is an…read moreexpensive place to eat, but the food is just exquisite. The tables are very close to each other, so get ready to talk to your neighbors. The restroom is very clean and so is the whole establishment. Just a great place to go.

On our way out of Osage Beach, MO, my eldest daughter and I wanted to grab a quick lunch before…read moreheading back on the road to our next stop. I found Twisted Tony's on Yelp. Read some great reviews on their super delicious sandwiches and amazing service. Had to come check them out. They are a small family-owned restaurant serving the community since 2021. Dine-in, take-out, and catering options are available. They even have a food truck. Menu has a variety of exquisite and elevated selection of sandwiches (see list below), salads (house, chef, spinach), sides (potato or pasta salad, mac n cheese, chili mac), chips and drinks, and kids portions. Every sandwich includes a bag of chips. Water cup is not free. 1/2 Sandwich w/ Soup or Salad BBQ Beef, Boozie Bird, Buff Bird Cajun Candied B.L.T.P., Chicken Bacon Ranch, Chicken Salad Sandwich, Cubano Gambino Italian Stallion Massive Meatball Philly Cheesesteak Shrimp Po' boy Tony's Bologna, Tony's Club, Tony's Garden, Tony's Italian Beef Twisted Rueben Voodoo Jamwich Limited free parking in front of the restaurant. Interior was clean and well kept. Atmosphere was quaint and cozy. Gabby took our order. She was super nice and friendly. Service was great. Thank you Gabby! We got two sandwiches + chips and an order of mac n cheese. I got the Tony's Club with sauce on side. OMG, what an amazing sandwich! I can taste the freshness of every ingredient. Smokiness of the turkey came through. Candied cajun bacon was yummy. The rest of the ingredients (pepperjack, garlic pepper aioli, tomato-vinaigrette, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle) complemented one another nicely. It was indeed deliciously different! My eldest daughter got the Chicken Bacon Ranch that came with smoked chicken, bacon, jalapeno, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickle, pepperjack, and ranch. I got to taste one bite of it. It was pretty good. Both my daughter and I approve. Side of mac n cheese was just okay. Didn't give us any WOW factor. So glad we found Twisted Tony's and got to try them on our Route 66 Centennial Celebration road trip in June 2026. Thank you for sharing your super-licious sandwiches with us. Highly recommend!

Tasty, yum. If you are in the mood for a "sandwich", swing on in. It's hard to pick from all of…read morethe creative choices. I deviated from my go to Reuben and went for the Tony's Italian Beef. It had a little kick to it, super flavorful and enough to share. My son had the Gambino, and even though the sandwich was giant it lasted about two seconds. The sandwiches come with a bag of chips, there is a nice selection to pick from. We slid in about 30 minutes before they closed, and the lady at the counter was very pleasant and said it wasn't an issue and to stay and eat. Our food came out fast. The restaurant is very clean and well organized. I can wait to go back and try another sandwich.

Little hole in the wall with excellent food! I had the chicken club and loved it! Came with fresh,…read morecrispy fries. I would return

It was recommended to me from a friend to watch here. After looking at the variety on their menu…read morethe fam decided to eat dinner here. My Jamaican chicken melt was a good portion & came out hot & with gooey cheese. Be fair warned that this does have some spice to it as intended. I opted for the cheesy grits as I wanted to stray away from the typical side. They were so flavorful & cheesy with a little kick, outstanding! The steak my BF and DIL French onion soup were very delicious & flavorful as well. Don't let the outside make you question the great food & service that inside. This is clearly a hidden spot that will be in our rotation to eat during our annual stay.

Mighty Melt might officially be our new spot when we're driving to the Ozarks! Sedalia is usually a…read moregood stopping point for lunch on our way to the lake, and Mighty Melt was such a great find. There's just something about homemade soups, loaded spuds, and sandwiches that hits the spot. I came with a group of four, and we were all impressed with our meals. So glad we stumbled across this place.

These local juggernaut is a great place for a quick bite during lunch. Their combo deals are hard…read moreto beat and they are so friendly once you get there too! Their bread is so good and they toast their bread in a huge oven with a ton of cheese to make their subs a true ORIGINAL. Plus their prices are really good. Inside, the place is dated, but clean and inviting with a lot of tables to sit and enjoy your lunch without feeling crowded. This is a true gem in Sedalia!!

I know it's a bit off the highway but sometimes it's good to drive into these small towns to give…read morethem business and see a bit more of small town America. This coffee and ice cream shop was super cute. It was quite big too. When I walked in I wasn't greeted which bothered me a bit but once the gal came to wait on me she was super nice. I ordered autumn spice latte. The autumn spice was house made. Got it iced. Delicious!!!!

Really well done repurposed school with a variety of seating options - cozy booths of different…read moreconfigurations, deep low chairs by the fire, work spaces, and tables. The young man behind the counter was by himself and seemed a bit overwhelmed, but our coffees were very good and despite having a large number of customers to handle, we didn't wait very long at all. The protein balls that we purchased were really good too, with lots of oat, peanut butter, and plenty of chocolate chips. This was just a pass-through for us on our way to Kansas City, but we will definitely stop here again. Recommend!

The food was absolutely delicious!!! The restaurant is clean and delightful! We really enjoyed…read moretalking with the owner and local residents. Would highly recommend!!!

This place is just a little slice of heaven on earth, from the warm service to the glazed sticky…read morebuns (my family's favorite) you can never beat a home town bakery. With the open concept kitchen that everyone can see you really get a feel that they know what they are doing enough to show it off. The price point is amazing for what you get. I highly suggest taking home one of their beautiful homemade pies baked daily because between you and me they make a great late night snack that you don't want your partner to know about. Stop in say hello and don't be afraid to walk around town because you'll need it after wards.

This coffee house is a gem in St. James. We visited along the way back from Echo State Park…read more The inside is remodeled and inviting. There is a selection of hot drinks, breakfast, and lunch options. I'm glad we found this stop along the way.

Stopped in while in town visiting the thrift store nearby…read more SUCH A CUTE COFFEE SHOP! Love the look!! Girl at the counter was friendly. My sister got an iced toffee latte and I got a boring decaf black coffee. (Hahah) I was wondering if I was actually poured decaf because while sipping it in the thrift shop, I felt REALLY jittery. Like... bad. It was good and strong but I don't know if it was decaf. My sister liked her drink. Price: I think my sister paid $8-something for both. Hers was $6+. I don't get fancy coffee much so I don't know if that's normal or whatnot.

Wow oh wow! Dagwood slaps (which means it is amazing in slang)! Great service - lady at the counter…read morewas so cute and patient making sure each order was put in correctly. Food made to perfection! Food rolled out the kitchen fast and smelling mmm mmm gooooood. Sandwiches were so so tasty! This place is a must if you are in Mexico, we will be back so soon! Def recommend longhorn sandwich and add Buffalo sauce!

This charming sandwich shop is one of the locals' secret dives. There is nothing fancy inside here…read moreexcept for the pure goodness of their food! I got their Big Bad Wolf sandwich (pulled pork, ham and bacon with bbq sauce) and it was AMAZING! I got the half sandwich along with chips/drink. So good!!! You order from the counter and they bring it out to you so the service was just fine! If you happen to be in town, you need to try this place out!!

This is a fantastic little store and deli! We were greeted as soon as we walked in and you're…read moreimmediately hit with the small town store atmosphere. The deli is situated in the left and the general store had fresh produce, soup mixes, seasonings, jarred goods, and lots of trinkets/local made goods. The woman who took our order also made our coffee and sandwiches, and she was a gem! I opted for the Dale Sandwich and my partner got the biscuit sandwich with ham, egg, and cheese. Both were made to order and came out hot and delicious. Great little place to stop if you're in the area!

Stopped by Koch's General Store in Macon, MO while passing through. Koch's is a nice stop to…read morestretch you legs, do a little shopping and grab a quick bite. Store was busy on a Saturday morning and was able to get our breakfast order in during the rush. The general store side has a variety of jams, salsas and other comfort foods for very reasonable prices. Highly recommend Koch's General Store, was a great spot and will visit again.