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    Alli's Family Restaurant

    3.9 (144 reviews)
    InexpensiveNew American, Diners
    Closed 7:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Dogs allowed
    Good for kids

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    All is dilapidated sign
    Michael B.

    We landed in Springfield at 7 am and wanted breakfast. I always support local so I whipped out yelp and found this place pretty close to the airport. I was concerned by the outside appearance but decided to give it a shot. It's dirty. Really dirty. But the people are friendly and so welcoming. We ordered the a veggie omelet and some biscuits with gravy. The food came out quickly and hot. They brought an extra plate for my wife to share. That's where it went a little sideways. The blue colored plate they brought had dried food in it. I don't mean the spec of food that might be residual from after running it through the dish washer. I mean the kind of food left after the last meal was wiped and the plate was left to dry. There were crumbs and egg yolk dried all over the plate. The owner was so sweet I really did not want to say anything as it would have been heard throughout the restaurant. So a little context on my 3 star rating. Having traveled the globe and eaten in 100s of diners like this, it is a faithful replication of what one will find throughout mid America. This is the grist of American diner experiences: hardworking owner-operators eking out a living, serving their community, and providing jobs and a genuine sense of belonging. That said, I am also surprised this outlet passes inspections. The food was actually average to better than average (but it was only breakfast) and the regular crowd appears to be a faithful crew! My hats off to these guys and good luck in the future.

    Fish platter with catfish, shrimp and walleye green beans on the side
    Michael M.

    This is the kind of place that exists in every town, often in industrial areas, near truck stops and blue-collar companies. It's the kind of place that regular folks come in for years and they know each other, know the staff, and know the owners. It's not fancy, it's not new, it's not trendy or hip. It's mostly simple straightforward service, hard working under-paid staff doing their best. Long menus with lots ot items that cross over so many themes, regions, and nationalities that there really is something for everyone's tastes. As I say a lot I try to write about places within their genre and what they claim to be. I don't compare them against fancier places and then give them a lousy review or 1-2 stars because they don't stand up against some expensive fancy place. So did we have a quick, attentive, and friendly service? Yes. Was our table clean and ready when they sat us? Yes. Was the food we ordered good? Yes. Was it fancy, pretty, stylized? No. You don't come to a place like this for that. I ordered the chicken dumpling soup and the seafood platter. The soup came out hot which was perfect on this cold wet night. It also came out fast. It was not fancy and I might even say it did not have the best color. But I could also tell it did not come out of a can or shipped in from some regional Cisco factory food or chain headquarters. They made it right there. It was actually great soup and reminded me of something people would make at home. And maybe that's the point of restaurants like this, they are a bit of home with friends and neighbors. Where you stop in to hang out, get off your feet, and have a good meal where you don't have to put on aires or pretense. The fish was all good and generous. My wife enjoyed her email too. Not fancy, not something to get excited about. Just a complete, meal we might have made at home on a Wednesday after work. Now the fun stuff, at least to me. The cook may have had another name but the waitress called her princess. She yelled in orders into a little window, complimented the food as it came out, and teased her with the way she called her princess. Our waitress was ripped right out of a stereotypical tv show. She was older, clearly been doing this for years, working the whole room alone, hustling around, not time for indecisions, not rude, but on point. She was light-hearted and not overly friendly, just enough to get us what we needed. In the back, there were a couple of shifty guys who kept looking around like they were up to something. Everything about them made them look like they were plotting a crime or looking out for the cops. They were not speaking English but when I gave them a smile and a nod, they smiled and nodded back. Leaning into each other closer than most men do, it was clear they were up to something. They left without ordering any food and the waitress did not skip a beat having them leave. Not stressed not relieved. They were just part of the scenery in a place like this. And they did not change the mood of the dining room when they left, no one cared including all the locals. Conversations drifted across multiple tables, clearly, these people knew each other, for a long time and come here often. Occasionally the waitress gives someone a friendly scolding for not ordering already and stops chatting. It was clearly in a familiar way and later seemed to be a relative or close friend. I counted at least five languages being spoken. People who the media like to manipulate into being hateful or fearful of each other and who constantly berate us for our racism or prejudice. Only more often in the real world do people from many walks of life know we have far more in common than not. Everyone got along just fine, no one cared who spoke which language and several people jumped across several depending on who they were talking to. There were people from various walks of life, road-weary travelers like us, truckers, construction workers, people that looked like low-level office workers. I hear Greek, Italian, Pakistan, Hebrew, and Spanish. Perhaps some others I missed. An ethnic group that TV keeps saying all hate and mistreat or are prejudiced against each other. Laughing and eating together as normal people do despite how much the politicians try and make us hate and fear each other. So it's not a fancy place, it might not even be suited to people who have a chip on their shoulder and think they are too good for some places. This is a salt of the earth restaurant where you can relax, come in sweats or a suit and tie. Have a good home-style meal for a reasonable price. If we lived nearby maybe we would be regulars too. But since we don't it's not the kind of place we go looking for. But I respect the hardworking honest people who worked here, eat here, and the owners who provide a place where good people can all just relax and get along. However, use the restrooms at the truck stop. They only have one, its tiny, unventilated and worn.

    Fish Sandwich with fries
    Karlee B.

    Stopped here before a flight and it was a great decision. The prices were unreal for now days and very large portions. We got the cheese sticks for an app and they were hot and came with a yummy meat sauce. I had the fish sandwich with fries and it was also came out hot and flavorful. With very thick steak fries as well. My friends got the French toast and the chicken quesadilla were both as tasty.

    Liver and onions, sirloin tips skillet
    Sharon D.

    We came here based on positive reviews and we loved it. My husband says it was the best skillet he's ever had. Very generous portions. Oh! For me, the baby beef liver is something I highly recommend. The waitress sweet. If we are ever in the area again this will be a place we will definitely come back to.

    Chicken Fried Chicken & Two Piece Fish
    Alma C.

    Very good. Hot food made fresh. Clean table. Kind service.

    Ham melt with a side of fries, crispy
    Steven M.

    Always a good visit here, I've never been disappointed. Full, and extremely varied, menu all day with fresh food. The staff is super nice, they stick true to a dinner atmosphere by calling you hon, sweety, etc. The dated decor fits well. All that's missing is for the waitresses to yell orders to the kitchen, "CUT A BEEF PINK WITH A SIDE OF MASH HOLD THE SLOP, THE MORNING SPECIAL, WRECK IT, PIG STRIPS, AND SPUD SHREDS, BURN 'EM" Don't expect to have fancy date night here, but if you're in the mood for a nice casual experience give this place a try, you won't be disappointed.

    The pork chop lunch special. Pumpkin pie was included.

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    The place is run down and very dirty. I didn't like the food either, however my husband said his chicken fried steak was good.

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    cleanliness. bath room was terrible. food was okay will not visit again. server was fine but still would not go back.

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    Best food since moving to Springfield area!! When everything was your favorite? You know it's good!! AMAZING EVERYTHING!

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    We stopped here on a road trip and even the coffee was bad. Would not return even if in the area. All 5 of us disliked our orders.

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    Great place to eat after a long drive from Texas. Fast service and great tasting food!

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