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.

Great little food truck. Just moved to the area and was looking for tacos on a Friday night. Great…read moreservice and fresh food. Got the Pastor. Definitely recommend. Thanks a ton. Will be back.

Great food, friendly staff and service, definitely recommend checking this food truck out!read more

Great food, great service! Good vibes and authentic latin food choices. Always a good choice.read more

Ate here for the first time today with friends and we all were very pleased with the variety on the…read moremenu and the quality of the food. I got the luncheon burrito bowl and it was very tasty. The pico de gallo and lettuce was very fresh as was the avocado. The chips and salsa are flavorful with just the right amount of heat, even for the one in our group who doesn't like spicy. The chips are light and fresh. My husband got garlic shrimp with rice and beans and really enjoyed it. Looking forward to returning and trying more of their menu soon.

DO RESEARCH BEFORE GOING. The place where this food truck is parked is at Route 66 Food Truck park,…read more1530 East St Louis Street, Springfield, MO..but the property is closing or for sale. I don't know how much longer this truck will be there, but their facebook page is: https://www.facebook.com/La-chiva-Colombiana-101218365703370/ We didn't have a lot of time, but we got these Papa Rellena items. They were stuffed with all kinds of goodness inside. And we got a side of guacamole, which was fantastic! It has a great lime flavor to it. We didn't get one of the papa Rellena items at first, but they got the second one out quickly. We also had to ask for utensils, haha.. But it got sorted out. I'm ok with the waiting because honestly the food was really really flavorful. Make sure to follow them on facebook and track them down. They make some seriously declisous items!

We have had Colombian food in Florida before but we liked this place so much more. We tried several…read morethings and ready to come back and try more. Sooo good. Thank you.

I love trying new local places. Especially in my favorite part of Southwest MO…read more The adventure began when I walked in at 8 o'clock at night. As I rounded the corner, I saw Buddy the elf (and friend) sitting on a barstool with a guitar. I was hooked. Now for the food, the street tacos are delicious. The shrimp is my favorite, but the chicken and carne were tasty. The fresh guacamole was delicious and the service was excellent.

After a full day at Wonders of Wildlife one must turn to Yelp to know where to go for amazing mouth…read morewatering food. This place was the far away winner. I had a bit of added pressure since my best bud is in town from far away, I didn't want to have a bad experience. This place is beautiful inside and so versatile. They have country music nights as well as dancing lessons on top of having amazing amazing food. Their three taco lunch special was truly remarkable and a total deal. Talia helped us and she was fabulous. I didn't even have to eat dinner because my body was so happy from lunch !

Super neat little spot for breakfast or brunch! Flavors were all very good and if you're looking to…read morestep outside of your comfort zone they have some unique takes on Mexican food. Very nice ambiance, clean, and trendy. Service was very quick, we ordered and had our food in a matter of 5 minutes (this was when it was busy and all the tables were full already)! Amazing!

El Cafecito - The Little Coffee Shop completely exceeded expectations…read more The coffee was phenomenal, the food was excellent, and the people were genuinely warm and welcoming. What really stands out, though, is the space -- it's small, but incredibly well thought out. You can tell a lot of care and intention went into every detail, and it creates an atmosphere that feels both personal and elevated. It honestly feels like the kind of place a professional designer would put together, but in a way that still feels authentic and lived-in. Everything flows -- the branding, the layout, the vibe -- it just works. There are a couple small quirks (like grabbing your own silverware even though food is brought to the table), but nothing that takes away from the experience -- and once you know, it's no big deal. Between the coffee, the food, the people, and the overall feel, this place is a standout. Easily one of my favorites.

I haven't had Mexican this good since I was in El Paso Texas and close to the border. The salsa is…read moreabsolutely fire. Do walk, run to this place. The ambiance is amazing and the service was phenomenal. I was very pleased with the food, service and general feeling of this place. Kind of sad that I don't live in Springfield.

Do yourself a favor- go to Cesar's Old Mexico! We were…read morelooking for a place to eat lunch and after reading the reviews decided to try Cesar's. You pull up into a beautiful lot, the building is a work of art in its own right. I'm very particular with my Mexican food, I know what I like and I know what I don't. I judge the salsa, chips and queso. And I can say they were wonderful appetizers. They also sell Coke products which is a huge plus in my corner. The menu is colorful and plentiful. I had an authentic South American style cheese pupusa. The corn tortilla was crispy and delicious. I will make a point of coming back! And you should make a point of going in!

When we arrived here, the girl at the greeter station seemed like she didn't want us to be there…read more She asked us how many were in our party and we told her. Then she says it's going to be a 5 to 10 minute wait. I said OK fine no problem. The she said it might be 10 to 15 minutes. Again, I said no problem. I don't know if she just had an attitude or what, but she definitely did not make is feel welcome. We arrived several hours before closing, so it's not like we were here at the last minute or anything. Idk what her deal was. After a while, the waiter came out to ask us if we wanted a table or booth. We said table and he went to prepare it, then came back and led us to our table. He was visibly exhausted, but intent on providing excellent service. He let us know that he was new and needed some time to get caught up (thus the brief wait) and we didn't mind at all. He got our drink and apps order and came back a bit later to get our food order. He checked on us several times while we waited on the appetizers and the entrées. He was very attentive. Now onto the food itself. We got the appetizers fairly quickly, but it took quite a while to get our entrées. By the time we got them, we had pretty much filled up on chips already, but I will say that they were pretty tasty. I had a rice bowl with chicken. The chicken was pretty flavorful, I just wish they did not include some of the tough crispy ends in the bowl. I really enjoyed it though. The taco I ordered and added Aiken to was not as good. The bacon was incredibly hard and all over it. It was like having a bacon taco and I ordered a pulled pork taco with bacon added on. While we were waiting for the food, and again while we were eating, there were a couple ladies that must've been having a bad day or something because they kept meeting up near the stairs in/near that extra room they have in the middle of the place talking about how they've had enough and are going to quit. It was kind of awkward. There were also a bunch of staff just waiting/hiding in the hallway toward the bathroom for some reason. They were huddled up there for quite along. Of time, which I thought was odd. All in all, the food was really good. Our waiter did an excellent job, but the food did take quite a while to come out of the kitchen. Definitely try this place again. The flavors were there and the prices were decent. I really enjoyed the picture of fresh squeeze lemonade. I wish more places would do that. It was a pleasant surprise.

I waited awhile to post this review as I reached out to the restaurant directly and have yet to…read morehear a response so I am posting my email here since the experience was one of the worst I've had. We went to dinner here May 30th. Dear Iguana Roja Owner, My Mom, Dad, and I came into your restaurant this past Saturday around 7:00 PM. My parents have been loyal patrons of your restaurant for the past six years and have always enjoyed the food, the service, and the warm atmosphere. That history is what made our experience that evening so surprising and disappointing. When we arrived, there were only two other tables occupied (each with two guests), and my parents immediately mentioned how unusual it was to see the restaurant so empty. Despite the light crowd, our margaritas, beer, chips, salsa, and guacamole took a long time to arrive. We were already a bit puzzled, but we stayed patient. However, after placing our food order, we waited approximately 50 minutes for our meals--which was baffling, considering how few people were in the restaurant. My dad eventually got up to check in, only to find all the staff gathered in the back, laughing and socializing. When he asked the male server about our food, we were told "the cook is working on it." More time passed, and when my dad checked again, the staff was still congregated in the back. When the food finally arrived, it was incorrect. My dad specifically requested no mushrooms--twice--and his fajitas still came with mushrooms. I asked for no sour cream or cheese, yet my rice and beans had both. At that point, we voiced our concerns and asked why it had taken so long, especially with such a quiet dining room. We had finally received our food at about 8:15. Rather than addressing our concerns calmly, the male server became defensive. Eventually, three staff members were at our table, each placing blame on someone or something else. It honestly felt surreal--like something out of a movie. Staff were openly complaining about working double shifts, and even the cook came out to say she hadn't gotten any sleep the night before and that she also worked a double shift. While we empathize with tough shifts, this is not something guests should be pulled into. The team did apologize, and they comped our entire bill, which we appreciated. But the apologies were laced with excuses and finger-pointing, and the whole experience felt far removed from the kind of service and atmosphere my parents had always loved here. I chose to write directly to you, not post on Yelp, because I believe you care and have an opportunity to get things back on track. My parents mentioned that the restaurant always felt different when you (owner) was there--welcoming, bustling, and well-managed. We truly hope it can return to that. Thank you for taking the time to read this. We wish you the best and hope our feedback helps spark some positive change.

Always so delicious everything is fresh and flavorful. Good portions and the service is great!read more