My husband and daughter took me out to Finns for Mother's day for their special brunch. It was…read morefantastic. Everything from egg quiche to dessert. They are great there and very attentive. Had a great me and even better service. The ambiance is awesome. Very elegant but you can come in with shorts on. Love it.

I love this restaurant and for Joplin the only place with great outdoor seating, including heaters…read moreand a cozy fire pit for cool fall & spring days. Fantastic quality food, the service is always top notch, and the absolute best desserts around town.

The Big Biscuit never disappoints! The Yard Bird biscuit with fried chicken breast, cheese and…read moregravy is so good!! The pancakes are huge and yummy! Waffles are yummy too! What makes this place better is the top notch service we get from Allie. She greets everyone with a smile and takes such great care of her customers. We asked to be seated in her section every time we go.

The seasonal Churro waffle is amazing! It has the texture of a churro, but the shape of a waffle!…read moreIt was heavenly! I usually don't take what I can't eat home, I wasn't gonna let half of that beautiful bad boy get away from me! Just as wonderful the next day! Our waitress helped me pick the best meal I think I've ever had!

Arrived at Red Onion Restaurant, 203 E. 4th Street Joplin, Missouri 64801 on October 12, 2026 at…read more5:30 pm. Party of 8 Adults and 3 children. We had reservations so we were seated immediately. Our Waitress, Christina was highly efficient and prompt with her service. She quickly served our drinks and took our order. I noticed she carried the huge Serving Tray correctly by having her hand Flat against the back of the tray in order to make full contact with the Heavy Serving Tray. She also carried the drink tray in front of her to prevent spillage. She was well trained , appeared confident in her duties and was clearly focused on providing excellent Customer Service. I ordered the Bourbon Glazed Pork Chops, a Salad with Ranch Dressing and loaded Mashed Potatoes. The food was good and everyone's order appeared to be correct and tasty! My wife ordered the stuffed Mushrooms and they were well prepared and presented plus they were delicious. Order them when you fat there! We had eaten here years ago since my wife is from this area and we were visiting relatives. It appears this Restaurant has not lost touch with Excellent Food and Superb Customer Service. WE HIGHLY RECOMMEND IT! My qualifications as an Expert and Experienced Food and Service Critic; I have over 65 years of Management Experience. I went from picking Cotten, Fruits and Vegetables in many parts of the country, as a Migrant Worker to earning a College Degree with a BS in Business Management. Plus Serving my Country in the Air Force for over 22 years. As a Civilian I have been trained in two Culinary Schools, to include on the job training at other venues. I've successfully managed full service as well as fast food restaurants and have had my own successful Catering business. I have traveled to many places and tasted the many culinary delicacies this world has to offer! As a Culinary Trainer, I have trained personnel on how to provide superb cuisine, sales and customer service. At the age of 79, I am now retired and enjoy being on THE OTHER SIDE OF THE APRON.

Food was delicious ... chicken rustica, bourbon pork chops, great dinner salad and onion soup …read more.. we had a great server, Shirley, and the ambiance and music was great, as well Desserts looked great but we were more then satisfied with our entrees ChatGPT had rated them highly ... we agree !

SERVICE With "BOSTON' is amazing! Food is fantastic! We went…read more2 days in a row before heading home to Michigan. Chicken pot pie and my husband said the meatloaf was fantastic. Today we had the Chicken nachos and French Dip. We came back because it was the best service we have gotten, in a very long time! I do have a small complaint, your host and hostesses need to be retrained. Walk in and not even greeted. 3 of them, standing talking to each other yesterday. Today, not greeted again, a young man. Like we we're bothering him! Other, than that, BOSTON made up for it, 100 percent!!!!!

We liked the food here. They did bring me the wrong salad but I ate it anyway as I was starving and…read moreI don't mind a Caesar salad once in a while. I also ordered cheese curds and the were nice and hot. Everyone enjoyed their food. There were 5 of us. The waitress did notice they brought me the wrong salad and she offered to fix it but I said I was fine. I also had the Sunset Beach cocktail and you could definitely taste the blackberry. It was pretty good. We agreed we would eat here again.

The staff here is extremely nice, if you need anything just ask. We were part of a large group of…read morewomen who were occupying their banquet center behind the restaurant and they served our meals in there. The staff brought our meals over and kept them warm while serving. The desserts were my favorite! Everything was good and reasonably priced.

We had an event at Granny Shaffer's and they fed us well over the days of our retreat. I can't say…read moreenough about the friendly staff!!!! The food was great..down home cooking. One meal was fried chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes, and another was Italian chicken tetrazzini, salad, garlic bread...and delicious desserts!

It was a drive by at first until we realized it was on Route 66 and had all the fun Cars stuff out…read morefront! We had to turn around and see it! So it was a rainy day and they weren't busy so we were able to talk to the lady who owns it and hear how the movie got started and found some of its characters right there on their lot! Its in an old service station and we had to do the burgers for lunch! They were greasy and delicious and it was alot of fun to see! Sadly alot of the businesses in this small town on the Route 66 have closed, but man the buildings are a treasure themselves!

Cars on the Route in Galena is one of those Route 66 stops that manages to be memorable whether the…read moredoors are open or not. Even if the station itself is closed, the outside displays and vehicles are always accessible, making it easy to wander around, snap photos, and pose beside some true Americana at any hour of the day. The site is a restored Kan-O-Tex gas station, and it has become a playful landmark thanks to its alleged inspiration for characters in Pixar's Cars movie. Parked out front are classic fire trucks and other vintage vehicles that immediately transport you back to the heyday of the Mother Road. Old gas pumps stand as reminders of a time when stations like this were lifelines for travelers, and through the windows you can glimpse memorabilia that adds to the nostalgic atmosphere. It's a stop that blends history, pop culture, and roadside charm. Whether you're making a quick detour off I-44 or planning Galena as a destination in its own right, Cars on the Route offers a slice of classic Americana that feels both timeless and inviting. [Review 1504 of 2025 - 44 in Kansas - 25055 overall]

When you walk in you are immediately greeted. The inside is very pretty. Loved the fish tank. But…read morethe food is so good. I had the potato soup and my husband had the beef tips over mashed potatoes. Both were excellent. They also bring out a warm croissant with this yummy honey butter. Definitely recommend Thank you Kiran for being such a wonderful host.

I was staying at the Residence Inn across the parking lot and needed a quick, hot lunch. I was…read moreseated immediately without a reservation, got a menu and a drink quickly, and the waiter made sure the kitchen sent out a side salad with a buttery croissant and then a piping hot chicken pot pie. He showed me how to pay at the table, and I couldn't have been more satisfied with the experience.

The drinks were great, the food was awesome, and the service was even better. Nayelli was an…read moreamazing waitress. We were seated upstairs, and she made the trip up several times to make sure our drinks stayed full and we had everything we needed. She was friendly, attentive, and really took care of us. Great experience all around. We'll definitely be back for the great service and atmosphere.

Guinness. Fish and chips. Good service. Go often. The chips…read moreare homemade spiral-cut American chips not British but you can order hand-cut fries.

Stopped in for lunch at the Iron Skillet inside Joplin 44 and it was exactly what we needed after a…read morelong morning on the road. Iron Skillets are pretty common at truck stops, but this one really stood out for the service and consistency. Hot food, quick service, and our drinks were never empty. It's always such a nice break to sit down and enjoy a real meal instead of grabbing deli or fast food. The menu is familiar, the portions are solid, and everything came out fresh and fast. Great staff, great service, and a perfect spot to relax for a bit before getting back on the highway. We'll definitely be stopping again.

Quick Review: Overall 3 stars, because it's a chain,…read moredoesn't matter if it's a Denny's or an I-Hop, the food is pretty production line quality. If you've ever been to classic diners like the ones featured on Guy Fieri's such as Sam's #3 in Aurora Colorado (miss those days living out in the Rockies), then you know that special something when you sit down and all the locals come out and congregate for brunch...well didn't get that feel here. However, 5/5 stars to the chef. Let me explain. And don't get me wrong, the server was fantastic. The setting was in the retail section of the Joplin Petro Truck Stop, being a fairly dim but rather quiet corner. In all my years of trucking, on the road, whether it be at a Denny's in a truck stop, or a Black Bear diner, Waffle House, another Iron Skillet, or i-Hop, whenever I order medium rare on a steak, it would always end up on opposite ends of the spectrum-- either very well done OR bloodshot rare. So when my server brought me a true medium rare steak, there was this aura of sacredness to it. I simply didn't expect the chef was going to make it to that likeness...and he proved me wrong. It just shows, that there are still individuals on planet Earth that know how to grill up an everyday New York steak and not destroy it. , Thank you Jesus this art form is still alive and well. But of course going back to the quality and satisfaction levels of eating the food, I still want to stick to a 3. It's a truck stop, it's a chain, it tastes very manufactured production line quality. Like if you walked into any Flying J or Pilot, whatever they have in the hot food trays, it's on par with that. Basically the Caesars Salad, the Mashed Potatoes, but the steak was how a New York strip would taste but on the saltier side. Until next time, maybe I'll check out that other diner in Barstow CA on route 66