Adventure Saturday!!! Today we took a drive into Springfield and visited Finley Farms - a MUST go for a little bit of history with a load of amazing food. Finley Farms is the Ozark Mill along the Finley River that was purchased by the daughter of Johnny Morris (owner of Bass Pro Shop). They did a huge renovation and conversion to include a restaurant, country store, fine dining speakeasy style bar and restaurant, coffee shop and gardens. We started with brunch at the Ozark Mill restaurant. Then walked the grounds, including an old bridge. We headed out for a few hours and returned for dinner at The Garrison (speakeasy vibe bar and fine dining). We had reservations on the patio and it was simply gorgeous. The food and cocktails were amazing. Service was exceptional - We cannot wait to go back! read more

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Visiting from California, first time here. Cannot say enough amazing things about my experience. The food and drinks were so unique and just outstanding. Ellen was our server and she was absolutely wonderful. She was knowledgeable about the menu, gave great suggestions, was friendly and welcoming, and I highly recommend requesting her for future services. She made our experience warm and inviting, and I cannot wait to be back for the experience and the amazing service. Thank you Ellen! read more

The Garrison - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

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Much like a legend or a fable, this restaurant has the air of opulence and intrigue. Our friends have been raving about the Garrison since it opened in 2022. Last year we had to cancel a reservation due to our friend's illness, this year we decided we can't wait for our friends anymore. We have to take matters in our hands and come by ourselves. We don't need no stinking chaperone !! We arrived early to shop in the Finley farms shop and check out the ozark Mill. The brick parking lot is beautiful and inviting, we absolutely love the history behind the Ozark Mill, and we're excited to see how gorgeous everything was on the inside. I was slightly concerned that my expectation was gonna be way way way out of bounds considering I've been looking forward to coming to this restaurant for four years. Shockingly the experience was so much better than I had anticipated. We love that we're able to check in upstairs and have a codeword to check into the speakeasy type restaurant downstairs. Not to brag but I still remember the password! We were blessed to be the first couple seated and it was fun that we got a booth so we could check out the other tables and really soak in all the ambience . Our waiter Chris is top notch. He is knowledgeable, quick to help and very authentic. Per his recommendation, we decided to have the Garrison experience which is an eight course meal. We decided this isn't happening all the time so let's go big so then we can go home. To prepare for the dinner of a lifetime. I did decide to do a 24 hour fast so that I would have every nook and cranny of my stomach ready for the amazing meal that I knew was to come, boy was I glad I did. It's obvious that one can tell the skill of a chef based on how everything tastes, what separates magnificent from excellent as when something you typically hate ends up tasting surprisingly good. I have always hated cheese. I know this is a cardinal deficiency in my palate , but it's just the truth. When I saw that there would be French and soup on the eight course meal, I quietly decided that I would just not partake in that course. When I noticed shrimp was on that same meal I knew my husband wouldn't take part in that since he hates shrimp. I figured the experience would be fine if we just didn't eat some of the things that were served to us. Shockingly enough everything was delicious. The girl who hates cheese, devoured her French onion soup, and the man who despise a shrimp decided the shrimp was actually pretty good. Wow !!! That's saying something. We of course, also had to partake in the signature cocktails. I had the molasses cocktail and my husband had the Garrison. Later, we shared the Boulter and my husband was able to have a glass of wine. Our eight course extravaganza took three hours and we loved every second of it. Kris was there the whole time warning us not to fill up too early since there was delicious food ahead. Not a piece was bad things that we typically hated we loved and we left knowing this was the night that will always remember. I am pretty sure this is going to be our standard anniversary, got a promotion, daughter got engaged sort of restaurant where we will mark big occasions with wonderful memories at the Garrison. On our way out, Brandon was sweet to help us. Take the epic Garrison photograph in the tunnel. Thank you, Garrison. You knocked it out of the park. read more

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We ate at the Garrison for a friend's birthday and it was a lovely experience. Our group was seated at the chef's table, and they even accommodated a few extra guests that weren't on the reservation. We had a private room with a door leading right to the kitchen, with a lovely large table for all of us and dim lighting adding to the ambiance of being underground. Service was amazing- our server answered any questions we had about the menu and kept the drinks coming all night. My bf and I decided to share a few plates and we were happy with our choices. The Black Kale was a great starter, simple but tasty. The Riverside Fried Chicken filled the two of us up- pricey, but some of the best fried chicken I've ever had, and the homemade pickles and pickled ocra were a nice addition. The 100 Layer Potato was cooked beautifully but a bit too smothered in sour cream for my taste. Great place for a special occasion when visiting the Ozarks, and the property is beautiful to walk around before or after your meal. read more

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I made reservations for a party of 6 adults and a 2 year old, not realizing that the ambiance isn't exactly conducive to a newly walking hyperactive tiny human. We didn't want to wreck anyone else's experience and expressed some hesitation after we saw the interior (absolutely awesome, classy, dark and eclectic). They offered to change us from the table the had prepared for us to an outdoor table. It's was a little cold and rainy out, but they got heaters going for us and we were very comfortable. Fantastic service. Everything we ordered at the table was amazing. Excellent drinks and excellent food. Very excited to return again in the future. read more

The Garrison - Outdoor seating at night in late October. - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

Highly Recommend. My wife and I were going to eat at the Ozark Mill, as we do frequently. Instead when we walked in the host at the Garrison asked if we needed any help, then if we had a reservation. We did not have a table but decided we wanted a nice date night so asked about availability. They are typically require a reservation but were able to squeeze us into an open table. The atmosphere was great, starting with your walk through the old molasses tank where you're met by another host which requires a password for entry. The food was spectacular. We couldn't decide exactly what we wanted but our server Eric had wonderful recommendations paired with the specialty cocktails it made for a elegant evening. read more

The Garrison - Sea scallops, 105 layer potato, porterhouse steak. - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

We ordered the experience meal for our Valentines date and it was one of the best dining experiences we have had. Truly memorable and extremely well designed! Flavor and attention to detail in the dishes was great. Thank you! Sincerely, the Cosseys read more

Very nice atmosphere but very amateurish attempt at fine dining. Waiter needed training.

This was the best dining experience my sister and I have had since our last time in Las Vegas. We will highly recommend you to everyone looking for a high end dining evening. read more

We had a great experience at the Garrison. The food was so good, I HIGHLY recommend the whipped goat cheese appetizer and the Iron Flank. The amuse-bouche at the beginning and the end of the meal were a great little treat from the chef. Chris, our waiter, was really helpful and the over all atmosphere was quiet with dim lighting. The password when you go through the tunnel is a fun touch. read more

Nate did a great job coursing out or evening hosting family. The ambiance and service are cozy and unique.

Great food great service. One of a kind ambiance. A truly unique dining experience!

Great food in a fun environment. Can't wait to go back to explore more menu and drink items. Might wait for warmer weather to sit outside also. Priced as you expect for an upscale dining experience read more

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Portion size needs to be larger. Drink was watered down. Great service and ambience!! Food was delish!

5-Star Service and Food - - - - - - - - December, 2023 Visit One of the finest meals! - - - Our daughter and I visited Branson in December, to ride Fire in the Hole before at Silver Dollar City, one last time, before it was replaced by another coaster. We had a great trip... in part thanks to the phenomenal dinner at The Garrison at Finley Farms. - - - Unsure we'd get to dine.... We drove down on Friday night and had a light dinner before we left the house. I was hoping that we'd get a chance to stop at Finley Farms, but wasn't sure we could, as we had left the house later than we originally planned. Thankfully, we turned south on Missouri Highway 65, at Springfield, just before 9pm, and we were soon approaching Nixa. We confirmed that the Garrison was still opened and turned east and we were soon walking inside. - - - Arrival The Parking lot and entry way are quite nice. The hostess greeted us and led us down the stairs to The Garrison; you proceed through 40 feet of a tunnel, made from a repurposed molasses tank, then you are seated. The atmosphere is nice; wood trim on the walls and ceilings; wood floors. There is a safe that is so big and heavy that they could not move it out; they moved it from place to place as they refurbished the restaurant, and now it is a feature. The bar and the ceiling lights are unique. There are a variety of tables for small and large parties. - - - The Service Staphanie was a gracious, and knowledgeable, and helpful server. - - - The Food WOW! If it weren't so late and if we hadn't eaten before we left, we would have liked to have tried the five-course dinner. Much of the food is, or can be made, gluten-free (GF) Instead we thoroughly enjoyed: - alcohol-free Mojitos; the simple sugar is made with a house-squeezed lime juice that adds quite a nice flavor - sea scallops atop truffle creamed corn, with crispy pancetta and melted leeks - phenomenal - bison tartare, with manchego, capers, pickled chiles, grilled bread - the best grilled gluten-free (GF) bread we've had anywhere - 100-layer potatoes... yukon gold, sliced to thinly... with gruyere cheese and sour cream - dessert: creme broulee with persimmons jam and pistachios on the top Our bellies felt so good from eating through going to bed that night. SO GOOD! - - - Thank you, Staphanie, the chef and kitchen staff, and the rest of the team who makes The Garrison at Finley Farms so nice! ----- ----- ----- read more

Fabulous! Many gluten Free options. This is a must visit! We enjoyed everything from the chef before and after our meal, we also had the trout, duck, scallops, potatoes, and key lime & pound cake desserts. The layers of flavor in all dishes was like nothing I have had so incredible. read more

Ambiance. If you are looking for a romantic cozy date night, this is your spot. The beautiful historic bar back is a great place to sit and have a drink while you await your table. All drinks are handcrafted and sure to suite any palate. We dined outdoor on the patio. Complete with live fire pits and the sounds of the Finley River nearby. Food? We started with the bison tartare, which was very good. A nice light appetizer on a warm summer evening. Next we enjoyed two entrees. The sea scallops severed over truffle creamed corn with an adornment of crispy pancetta. Perfection. The duck was also delicious, and cooked well. We ended the evening with the rosemary pound cake. Very fresh, savory & sweet. A must try. read more

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Stephanie was a wonderful and knowledgeable server! The food was all excellent and well made. We're chefs by trade and know when a restaurant has actual good food and this place has it. The ambiance was unmatched, especially for a place being in Ozark (you'd be hard-pressed to find a better-looking restaurant in Springfield). We'll be back for sure. read more

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This was my second time here. The menu is very confusing with the directions it gives. The food is absolutely delicious!!!! So much flavor!!! You may feel like you aren't ordering much, but trust me; it's enough! The fried chicken was too salty. Everything else was full of flavor and absolutely delightful!!! read more

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The time weathered exterior of this mill gives away to an incredible hidden,gem. This venue is extremely unique with service in an ambience that is unmatched.. the bill of fair is well chosen . The portion. Sizes are more than adequate for sharing.. I loved their drink menu i it was very creative and imaginative. And the prices are extremely reasonable. Can't wait to return in a future date. read more

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Where to begin??? Vibes 10/10 if you don't mind low lighting! They provided a flashlight with every menu, definitely pumped up the speakeasy feel. Aesthetics are off the charts! Food 10/10. Our eyes rolled into the back of our heads for every dish. Personal favorites: whipped goat cheese, scallops, porterhouse. Drinks 10/10. Each specialty cocktail had a sketch and accompanying story/context related to the property that made each concoction feel especially intentional. I thoroughly enjoyed drinking the Millrace from a coupe glass, again with the 1940s vibes!! Service 10/10. Cheyenne was wonderful, very knowledgeable and admitted she is the great Neice of the original founder. So we were able to pick her brain for additional information! I originally made a reservation a week in advance for the patio (60 degrees w/ fire pits!!) but we had early flights the next day so we arrived earlier than planned to see if they could seat us. Luckily there was a cancellation but it was indoors. I was bummed but asked Cheyenne if we could take dessert & drinks to the patio and she assured us she would keep a fireside table ready when we were! I live in California but I would return to this town JUST to eat here again!! read more

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This is an INCREDIBLE destination here in the area!! The food is incredible and the atmosphere is just as cool! Our server "Eric" was awesome and super attentive. We had a couple of the "Garrisons" and they are a delicious cocktail! The music..,, vibe... and all around ambience is just very cool and very "adult". That adult part is my only complaint.... WAY TOO MANY KIDS for a "speakeasy". I was very much under the assumption this was a 21+ bar and it is definitely not. Was trying to have an adult good time and several times was interrupted by kids running around. Need to pick a vibe and stick with it... with all the options in the area I don't think having kids here is "needed". Give the adults their space and STICK TO IT. We were dressed up... enjoying adult time... and then boom kids. This is not what I wanted to spend my night with or my money on. Leave the kids at Chuck E Cheese and let the adults enjoy the Garrison! read more

The Garrison - The Garrison cocktail - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

The best! Have traveled all over the world and this Place rivals them all! I was so impressed! In town visiting family and 4 of us came for dinner and not just Amazing food it was an unforgettable experience! Caden our server for the evening was 5 star and Added to our fabulous experience! Offered to bring our Coffee and desert out to the patio to be enjoyed out There! It was lovely! Had the quail, salmon, scallops, goat cheese, just About everything on the menu! Easy to do as everything small plates. A must visit, ask for Caden and trust me will understand The experience! read more

Finally made it to the Garrison and it was well worth the wait! The ambiance was so fun. The food was incredible - and our server Eryn really added to the whole experience. We tried the crab cake, scallops, duck, pot roast, and the porterhouse. Not one complaint from any bite I took. Everything was cooked to perfection and delicious. My favorite by far was the crab cake- I could have danced on the table after the first bite it was so good. We finished off the meal with the ricotta donuts and it was a perfect ending to the meal. We also tried the damsel and the bolted cocktails and they were both so light and refreshing. 10/10 recommend. The only thing I will say is we followed their recommendation for how much food to order and it was too much for me. I would have been satisfied with 2 small plates - but leftovers never hurt anyone. read more

Great food! Everything has a rich unique flavor. The server we had was very helpful and kind. It has a chill speakeasy vibe to it. I liked the atmosphere a lot. We will be back. read more

The Garrison - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

This was our second time at the Garrison and it was just as good as it was our first visit. Great server, great food and drinks. Atmosphere is such a cool vibe. Great place to grab dinner or to celebrate a special day. Can't wait to go back! read more

All of your employees there were fantastic however, our waiter, Christopher, was terrific! We definitely ask for him every time we come. Thanks for a fantastic experience. We were celebrating the closing on our first home together and it made it really special to be there at The Garrison at Finley Farms!!! read more

The Garrison - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

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Service was phenomenal, drinks were great. But don't come hungry expecting to leave full unless you are willing to pay for it. Portion sizes here are meant for toddlers and small women. read more

Eating at the Garrison is more an experience than going out for dinner. Our waiter, Caden was absolutely great and made excellent recommendations. We were told that there was no hurry for us to order as we could keep the table for the entire evening. That set the tone and it was wonderful. The appetizers were amazing, the Red Snapper was incredible and the chocolate layer cake was a great way to finish it off. The Garrison is quiet with nice background music, great ambience and great staff. We went there to celebrate our anniversary but we quickly agreed a return trip soon was necessary as this is really an event. It was great! read more

The Garrison is an unbelievable experience. You start by walking into the beautiful store at the front of the restaurant. It has the old mill look with a modern feel. You walk downstairs and through a giant metal boiler to access the restaurant. The entry and decor transports you to an upscale speakeasy. The atmosphere is intimate yet lively. The staff are attentive and knowledgeable. The food is dynamite. The small plate (tapas) design of the menu allows for a tasting experience. Everything we ordered was easy to share. The experience was worth every penny. read more

If you want a romantic and high end restaurant then head to The Garrison at Finley Farms. This place was well worth every mile driven to get here, every amazing bite of their cuisine, every penny spent. It offered low lighting and jazz music to enhance your experience. The service was above par with classy, helpful and friendly servers and bartenders. Seriously, this is the perfect date night spot. read more

This is one of the best experiences we have had in the Ozarks. The good was amazing. The location is breath taking and the overall experience is a memory worth having. read more

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I'd do 4 1/2 stars if I could because It's a bit overpriced for what it is. The cocktails were wonderful, we selected a nice array of them. I think my favorite was the Milpond. This was my second time back. The food was great, the Tartare was my favorite. The first time we did the riverside experience and it was far too much food. We got the scallops, quail, Tuna, Duck, Tartare, sweet potatoes and of course the pound cake this time around. Scallops were spot on, quail was good, Tuna wasn't memorable and the duck was pretty gross. It's always a fun atmosphere though. Very Ozarks feel and a fun place to dress up. I love the bathrooms too, they are so unique and cute. The service has always been good. Taylor was our waitress and she was really sweet. The middle aged woman with brown hair took care of us last time and she ROCKS. (I forget her name though.) Overall good experience though, and you come for the memories and atmosphere in my opinion read more

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We celebrated my 60th birthday at The Garrison. It was our first time dining with you. We had the Riverside Experience and were wowed by every dish. The atmosphere was so relaxing and service was excellent. We would highly recommend The Garrison for a special occasion or date night. read more

The Garrison - Relaxing dining room. Soft jazz music allows for conversation. - New American Near Me - Ozark, Missouri

First time at the Garrison. Taylor was our server did a fantastic job. Food outstanding and ambiance unbelievable. Property has a great history and beautiful with all the lights read more

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Most amazing fine dining in the area. Super professional. The food is phenomenal. Definitely worth the price. Tried things that I don't normally like, that was delicious! Mine and my husband's most favorited item on the menu that we had never had before was the Bison tartar. If your thinking about getting it, but are hesitant, do it! It's delicious. We came here for a very special occasion a couple months ago, and we are dying to go back! read more

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Several surprises in combination. The ambience is exceptional. From the password access and speakeasy entrance to the gourmet eclectic menu, each level of novel dinning appreciation is met. Candidly, Derek the Bartender,par excellent, will make your journey the most exceptionally paired and savory blend of drink and dining experience. read more

I loved this place. It is in an old mill so it has a rustic, homey vibe. There are huge windows with a view of the river or dining al fresco. The food and the service were both amazing. My husband and I decided to find this place because we were given a coupon for a free dessert. ‍ We decided to share a pizza and salad. It was delicious. For dessert we had green tomato cake. Our waitress was super cheerful and helpful. I hope to stop here again. read more

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Picked this town on a whim for a birthday getaway. It is about a 3 hour drive one way from my home and found this place while looking up dinner spots. This place was beyond amazing! The decor was stunning and felt like we were transformed into another era. I had noted it was my birthday on the reservation page and it seemed everyone knew and wished me a happy birthday. We ordered the shrimp ceviche and crab cake to start. Both were amazing but crab cake was our favorite. Ordered the duck and quail for the meal and not one complaint. Perfectly cooked, seasoned and the presentation was something of an art. I wasn't going to order the dessert but our waitress said if I got the pound cake I wouldn't be disappointed and man was she correct! The flavor and nice crunch of the butter on it was like something we have never had plus topped with lemon ice cream and I love all things lemon. Such a hit! Speaking of our waitress, Taylor. She was a pure delight! Knew the menu inside and out. Helped us with ideas on what to order and made us feel very special from the start to finish. The Garrison is lucky to have her. We will make another trip out to Ozark and visit again very soon! read more

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What an exceptional dining experience!! I never dreamt we would find such an amazing place nearby. The old Ozark Mill is restored with no expense withheld. We had dinner at the Garrison, their fine dining experience and everything was exceptional! The atmosphere, the jazz music at just the right level, candlelit tables, exceptional service and the food, oh my, the food. Every bite of every dish was fresh and bursting with flavor. The fresh seafood was as good as Narragansett and attention was paid to every detail. Excellent tea options and amazing desserts topped off the night. An absolutely wonderful evening, exactly what I wanted and more than I thought we could get in this area. It was the perfect way to celebrate our 25th anniversary. read more