I love the Jolly Cone. The Jolly Burger is a house creation sloppy joe. Excellent. They also have…read morethe usual burgers and fries and other creations. Not to bypass the delicious ice cream treats. It's not all about the food. It's an all around fun experience like no other.

Stopped by Jolly Cone On The Current and ordered two cheeseburgers, fries, and root beers. The…read moreservice was quick, which was a plus, but the food was underwhelming. The cheeseburgers were average at best, with dry buns that didn't seem very fresh. The fries were decent, but nothing standout. Overall, the prices felt inflated compared to the quality and portion sizes. Based on that, we decided to skip dessert and head elsewhere for something more consistent and reliable.

Midway Drive-In is an amazing spot for a classic drive-in experience! From the moment I arrived,…read morethe staff were friendly, welcoming, and made everything easy and convenient. The service was quick, and they took care to get my order exactly right. The food was absolutely delicious. The burgers were juicy and flavorful, the fries were perfectly crispy, and the shakes were thick, creamy, and full of flavor. It felt like a true old-fashioned drive-in meal done right. Everything tasted fresh and made with care. The atmosphere was fun and nostalgic, with plenty of parking and a relaxed environment that makes it easy to enjoy your meal from your car or at one of the outdoor tables. It's the perfect spot for a casual meal or a fun night out with friends or family. Overall, Midway Drive-In offers great food, friendly service, and a classic, enjoyable experience. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for delicious drive-in favorites and a memorable dining experienc

Ice cream is absolutely amazing. People are friendly, cheap and big proportions. Definitely would…read morerecommend

Yum yum yum! The burgers here are absolutely on point! There was a reason why this place was so…read morebusy for sure. Well that and the fact that it's in a super small town. They also have milkshake flavors for day! This prices were a bit on the high side, but as a treat it's well worth it. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is because it's all outdoor seating, so watch out for bees or cold weather if you want to eat here.

Vibes of Dairy Queen but higher quality in a small town. You…read moreknow what place is worthy to go to if there's a line for food every moment it's open. We came for a family float/ canoe trip and decided Dairy Shack was somewhere we had to stop. Partly due to the fact we brought our dog but we didn't need to worry since Dairy Schack has only outdoor seating aka dog friendly. All of us ordered and didn't leave a crumb of the burgers and fries. I specifically ordered the mushroom Swiss burger and the better half got the Quarter Pound burger.

great staff very friendly lady at the bar was very helpful and understanding I came from out of…read moretown and wasn't familiar with the resteraunt they have great portions and some good sweet tea

Food, service, atmosphere all are great. I have been here multiple times and have never been…read moredisappointed. Great place for craft burgers.

Cute place. Recently named by Rural Missouri newsletter, the best BBQ in Missouri. The service…read more from Amber was excellent. I had a small rib/1/2 pork steak combo with onion rings (superb) and baked beans (bland) Beans could have used some meat pieces and BBQ sauce. My ribs were dry and 1/2 pork steak a little dry also. My wife had a pork steak meal, and she was pleased with hers. She thought hers was very tender. Prices were reasonable, They only serve brisket on Friday, unfortunately. We tried it based on the Rural Missouri write up, and due to its location (Piedmont), I do not think we would be back.

Great food! I've had several different meals and everyone has been great…read more Service is wonderful. Highly recommend.

I live outside of Greenville, off Hwy D going towards Wappapello. Decent pizza is difficult to find…read morehere, that's a fact. The only offerings are a gas station here in Greenville and another up at Hwy 34 that offers Hunt Bros. which is "OK" depending on who made it that day. Usually over baked a bit in my multiple experiences. So I decided to try Casey's over in Piedmont about 25 miles away. No, I don't drive 50 miles just to get a pizza for the most part, but if I really had a craving for one this would be where I went locally (or semi-locally if you think that way!) They offer online and call-in ordering as well as walk-in, usually 25 minutes for your order to be done and ready for pickup. I usually buy their mild sausage pizza when the wife is off visiting the kids and I'm "batching" it for a meal or three while she's gone. Recently I convinced her to give it a try and ordered a bacon and beef one and surprise surprise she now likes gas station pizza as well. The crust is obviously hand-tossed (or rolled, I didn't peek) as its not perfectly round like many pizza joints offerings. The sauce is not overpowering the other ingredients,a complaint that I've voiced on a couple majors in the pizza biz. I love the mozzarella they use, nice and stringy as it should be. Toppings are fresh and abundant. Next up is their chicken bacon ranch and their buffalo chicken. You can peruse their menu online, this isn't your usual gas station pizza place, for sure.

Gluten free Gold mine…read more I can't say enough good things about Scruff Grill. As someone who has struggled to find safe, delicious, actually enjoyable gluten-free meals, this place absolutely blew me away. Their gluten-free options are incredible--thoughtfully crafted, full of flavor, and far beyond the usual "substitute and hope for the best" approach most restaurants take. The gluten-free buns are a standout: soft, sturdy, and honestly the best I've ever had. They don't fall apart! That alone would earn them five stars, but it gets even better. They use dedicated fryers, something that's nearly impossible to find, and their staff is impressively knowledgeable about cross-contamination, ingredients, and allergen safety. I felt understood, respected, and genuinely cared for. Every bite was packed with bold, unmatched flavor. It's clear the team here takes pride in what they create, and it shows in the entire dining experience. Scruff Grill has earned my gratitude and my repeat business. If you're gluten-free--or even if you aren't--you have to try this place. It's a gem.

man this place has really gone downhill last time we were here. i had the classic burger and fries…read morethis time the burger was mediocre and the fries were so goddamn oily i couldnt even eat it all. everything else was fine but they also used ai which bumps it down another star for me... do better scruff's

We made the drive to Steelville to Rich's, man what a treasure! My wife had a burger and I had the…read moreItalian beef. I have had Italian beef everywhere in the country, Chicago, Philly, New York, you name it. Rich's has the very best in the entire solar system hands down! The Mac and cheese jalapeno balls are super delicious as well, again the best this cat has ever had! The place is clean, very friendly staff and great service. Don't fix a single thing! Keep up the great work and it is worth the 75 mile drive and you will be seeing us often!

NO Famous Smash burger. We heard good things about this place while on vacation and decided to try…read moreit out. It was dead on a Monday night and food took way too long, small portions of tots and again NO smash burger meat? WHAT!?! Moving on we ordered build your own burgers and after the long wait my wife's burger patty was in three pieces, falling apart. I think the chef tried to cover up a mistake. We asked for it to be remade which seemed to take too long to remake burger! The ambiance is nice but could really use some better management! The only reason I gave 2 stars is that the burgers we did get were good. We will not be back!

Stopped by while traveling Route 66 after seeing all of the billboards indicating it was one of the…read moretop burgers on Route 66. Server was attentive and did her best to work through the after church rush. There was a line out of the door and we had to wait a bit, but not longer than 10 minutes or so. Food was cooked well, even with a few special requests of the kitchen (blame a picky eater in the fam). Overall we agreed that the server was great (attentive, nice, and knowledgeable) and the food was typical of a tourist attraction (not the best, but OK). The biggest issue was the food was slow out of the kitchen (approximately 45 minutes after arrival we received our food), but we had a view of the kitchen and the cooks were running around like a machine (actually working, and definitely doing their best to keep up with the rush). Overall, would recommend for a tourist stop if you have the time!

Good, but not the best I've ever had. I guess I'm spoiled with the burgers I've had all over the…read moreworld. The place was nice and clean and the staff friendly. I enjoyed the think bread and I'm a sucker for tater tots. I'd eat here again, and probably try one of their specialties.

It's been a long time since we've stayed at the Landing. Has been rebuilt a couple times and is a…read morevery nice setting. We had a King room that was roomy and comfortable with parking nearby. Great view of the Current River. Bed was comfortable and room location was pretty quiet, surprisingly. Only downsides were the A/C was noisy and the faux wood floors were being cleaned with some product that made them kinda sticky. We liked the Kuerig coffee maker in the room along with the nice size fridge. Check in experience was good too with friendly staff. We made reservations with a phone call and all went to expectation. Their restaurant onsite is The Blue Heron and it was good as well. Overall we had a good experience and will likely stay again.

Pros: modern, spacious rooms (incl. suites), mini-refrig, some with microwave, no bugs/spiders,…read morelink-up with float services, private river-front gravel bar, Jingles-the-Friendly-Siamese cat (loves kids), friendly staff, on-site good restaurant (evening only), comfortable mattresses, big balconies with Adirondack chairs, OK convenience store, AT&T reception very good, only partial river view from some rooms. For addicts, booze and pot close by. Cons: typical noisy blowy HVac wall units, no house phone in rooms, no luggage help, walk to Rose Cliff Lodge for ice, no cooking or fires allowed anywhere, max. 2-story walk ups depending on room (no elevators), pricey, noise from big rigs on Hwy 60 bridge (less noise in River Center), no house computer, no playground/River here a bit fast for younger kids to play in. The biggest problem with this otherwise quality property was (officially anyway) a "no cancellation/refund/credit" policy. They don't charge your card until you check in, so it is unclear how rigidly enforced this policy is (+ there's a $15 cancel fee per room/day). We got flooded out over July 2025 weekend (Park Service closes the river if it gets over 6 feet - follow this on NOAA website/river level Van Buren MO). We elected to stay regardless (kids are more flexible and inventive than adults!) The Landing is highly dependent on the weather and have a limited season, so they really can't insure your stay. Still, they should have an official credit option for a future stay credit. In Van Buren: "The" Mexican restaurant serves huge good portions. The steaks at the Landing's Blue Heron come out mooing - you may need to have them touched up. Best breakfast is at the Ranch House. No nightlife. In area: Big Spring is spectacular, floating is worth the price, but best in a canoe unless you like cold butt (there's an enormous cave upstream from Van Buren), little funky animal park is pricey but fun for kids. For floating, IMHO the best stretch of the Current is Aker's Ferry to Round Spring, and do it in drought after July 4 for clear water and to minimize deer flies and horse flies.