The Hibiscus Jerk Hut is about as close to a hidden gem as you can find in North Springfield. A…read moregood trucked parked at the corner of Glenstone and Florida in a parking lot next to the train tracks ran by a husband and wife straight from the Jamaica. They took my order right away and let me enjoy a ginger beer while the magic happened inside. The curry chicken dinner player came with steamed cabbage accented with some bell peppers and a side of rice. By all accounts, this was probably too much food but for the price it was an absolute bargain! This plate was loaded with so much flavor I forgot that I was sitting in the corner of a parking lot. With the palm trees swaying to my side and the sun shining, I was transported to the island myself! The amount of options on the menu is enough to make any customer happy. Whether you're looking for healthier options or that authentic jerk spice that Jamaica is known for. Great portions and options if you're on a tight budget or if you just want something outside of the Springfield norm.

This is some of the best food you'll find in Springfield, and it's incredibly affordable, with most…read moredishes being around the 9-12 dollar price range, with combos including two entrees for 15, with big portions. It's a fantastic lunch spot and not a far drive from downtown. I've had rice bowls, the pastas, and some sandwiches. My favorite is the creamy jerk chicken pasta. The food truck is nicely decorated and has a good seating area, perfect for a nice day. The owners are wonderful people and put a lot of love into these dishes. If you haven't tried it yet, go now, I promise you won't regret it. Go show them some love and they'll show you it back.

Amazing staff and customers! The food is always fresh and worth the wait! I recommend the Diablo!…read moreIt's not too spicy but has an amazing flavor and tastes like a reward! The restaurant has a very cozy intimate setting, if you're lucky and go on a busy day they might have live music playing aswell! Their food is a 10/10 Same with their prices too, I recommend the lemonade!

LOUD AF on a Tuesday night with incredibly slow service…read more I like to eat in local places while we're on the road. Read about this place being historic with a beautiful bar and lovely tin ceiling. And that is all true. Walked in and could not believe how loud the single singer with an acoustic guitar was. There was a sound engineer, working a board, so he must've thought that level was OK. But you could not have a conversation at all. I was wishing for earplugs. When we first stepped in, I considered just looking at the carved mahogany bar and going somewhere else. But, we figured it should be fast and we could endure the cacophony for a short time. We were so wrong about it being fast. There was only one wait staff working that night, and she was also behind the bar. When she finally moseys over to us, she admitted she had forgotten all about us. She then took our drink order, and the drinks came quickly. But then she literally never came back to take a food order. Watched her go to all the other tables, watched her clean off the bar, watched her answer a phone call for a takeout order, and then I finally went up to the bar and asked her if we could put in a food order. Once the food was ordered it came out quickly. My husband's smashburger and candied pecan salad were both really delicious. I am a sucker for a local food item whenever I see it on the menu, and I made the mistake of ordering the cashew chicken poutine. The cashew sauce had zero flavor and was just overly salty. The chicken was fried very tough. At least the cheese curds were good. But I barely ate any of it. Nothing but regret about this choice.

Stopped here while visiting Springfield and ordered the Steak skillet that came with a side of…read morepancakes. Not even 5 minutes after I placed my order, it was sitting right in front of me! I can't believe I'm admitting this, but the pancakes were actually some of the best I've had in a long time. The inside of the building is a little older, but it feels like home. I definitely recommend the breakfast to anyone looking to order, especially the pancakes.

The food is delicious. I don't recommend the biscuits are not fluffy and the gravy is runny. The…read moreservers are great. They are friendly and efficient. The atmosphere is a family friendly diner.

From the front door on, this old MFA Mill building has been rejuvenated and repurposed to something…read morereally neat. The seating can be hit and miss of sorts in usability or comfort. Eating in a wing back chair, at some odd table, isn't well suited for dining. But, sure looks neat. The food is ok to good: Burger : The burger was really good. Has some jam sauce on it which really works. Beef has a good flavor. The bacon was very good. . Potato soup: The soup is good....but needed far greater seasoning to have it be great. Pork Wings: Again, needed more seasoning to elevate the pork. And the dipping sauces were a bit unusual. And the Asian style sauce - by gosh did it have a ton of saffron. Patagonia side item: These potato chunks weren't much. Potatoes were nothing special, under seasoned and the dipping sauce was unusual. And so much saffron, it was way overpowering. . Is it worth going to - absolutely and the place is neat. But I give an extra 1/2 to 1 star more, just because of the neatness of the place.

I really wanted to like The Table…read more The space itself is absolutely beautiful -- one of the best dining rooms in Springfield -- and it feels like the kind of place that should deliver a more elevated, full-service experience. That's part of what made the counter-service model feel a little out of sync with the atmosphere. We first tried visiting as a group of about 12 on a Saturday around 7 PM. I had called ahead and was told they don't take reservations, so we planned accordingly. When we arrived, we were told there wasn't any way to accommodate our group together -- not even the option to wait for space to open up -- so we ended up going elsewhere. I did come back later with a smaller group for lunch. The experience was better logistically, but still a bit disjointed. The menu felt somewhat scattered, and while we were able to find seating at a communal table, the overall flow felt a bit chaotic. After ordering at the counter, the wait for food was quite long -- around 45 minutes or more -- which gave us plenty of time to observe how things were running. Toward the end, I noticed tables being marked as unavailable/reserved, which made me wonder why a similar approach couldn't have worked for larger groups earlier. When the food arrived, it was good -- nothing wrong with it -- but not especially memorable, especially considering the wait and price point. There's a lot to like here, especially the space and overall concept, but the execution didn't quite match the expectations for me. I do think with some adjustments to service flow and consistency, this could be a much stronger experience.

This might be the best thing I've put in my face for a long time m. Lordy, it was so good, it…read moreabout makes me want to cry. First off, Emery our server was spectacular. He was spot on when I couldn't decide what to order and to surprise me. I got a small pecan, apple salad with goat cheese and a balsamic vinaigrette and the Seoul Food Chicken sandwich. I have never had chicken so tender and juicy and the slaw was perfect. The salad was equally amazing. The goat cheese and candied pecans, my mouth is watering just thinking of it. My son ordered the Brussel sprouts and chicken and waffles. Both off the hook. I should have walked through the whole place. It was architecturally interesting. The vibe was good, seating comfortable and you could catch the game, but there were not an overwhelming amount of TVs. If in Springfield, do not miss out on this local gem!

Always a great experience at civil kitchen. Service is great, never a wait, food is always good!…read moreThey have a great location on the corner of the square downtown!

Sometimes you just need a salad. I especially needed a salad today because I have recently consumed…read more528 Christmas cookies ( slight exaggeration) and really think some greens will keep me from having to shop for an entirely new wardrobe. Enter The Grotto west coast food. Since I lived on the west coast for 40 years I thought it was appropriate that I come to judge the West coast authenticity. This place is awesome. My friend had a Baja bowl that looked and smelled divine and I had the steak Gorgonzola salad, the meat portion was huge and the candied pecans were delicious. I might even bring my super judgmental west coast rude family here since I think even they would be pleased at how delicious the food was. We sat in a comfy booth and loved every bite of our meal, the balsamic vinaigrette was the perfect complement to the savory steak and sweet pecans. I can't wait to go back to the grotto

After leaving to head back home, when I think of this meal I think "eh, it was alright". I chose…read morethe spicy chicken sandwich and it was not spicy at all. I got the caesar salad on the side and that was actually better than the sandwich, I should have gotten that as my meal instead of the side, it was MUCH better than the sandwich. Fiancé picked the burger and he was pleased with it, he said he would come back for it, so maybe just don't get the chicken sandwich. Everyone working at this spot was very nice and super friendly! The location itself was very clean and staff were going through table by table and cleaning everything (I was shocked because it was already very clean).

Such a wonderful place. The food was exceptional. Nice quiet atmosphere. Classic and reasonable…read more Service very good . I will definitely be back often .

Made it back today....and the place is still doing good with the food quality. Marci, the longtime…read morewaitress is always a Casper's bright spot. Always so jovial and personable with everyone. If you're looking for an old-school flat scalded burger. And this place has gone to the feast cut fries which are great too. You'll enjoy the place a lot. The chili as I say, is a love it or hate kind of thing. I personally love it - but I've also had it since I was about 5 yrs old. Oh....the decor. It's eclectically neat. Some real creative minds made the various pieces that adorn the walls of the place.

The IPA was very good. The fish and chips, were ok. Greasy and somewhat bland, but ok the Pecan…read morechicken salad was excellent. The atmosphere was good as well, however the staff could use some polish.

Typical hotel restaurant food. The only reason I'd eat here again is if I'm staying at this hotel…read moreagain and don't feel like going out at night. Otherwise, don't bother.

Great services highly recommend food is excellent. Would recommend Hannah as a server to sit in her…read moresection every single time.

I stayed at a hotel nearby while passing through Springfield, MO. I needed a solid dinner after…read moresubsisting on coffee, donut holes and a not-so-great breakfast burrito from Allsup gas station. I found Fire & Ice Restaurant & Bar on Yelp! and decided to give it a try. Jordan seated me and was also my waiter. He was professional and attentive, which was much appreciated. They have a limited menu, but the Mediterranean Grilled Chicken Pasta seemed like a good option. Boy was I RIGHT! This was a very flavorful and somewhat healthy dish that hit the spot. The location is a bit odd. It's located in a hotel that's in an area with a guarded gate. The restaurant is right next to an outdoor pool, with lots of glass. Some guy in just his swimsuit was peering through the glass door near my table, which was a bit awkward. Also there was a large crowd right behind me that was very loud, which also was not ideal. Service and food were excellent; Location not so much.

I had a really great experience here last night. I'm in town for work and decided to stop by for…read moredinner, and I'm so glad I did. My bartender, Valerie, was incredibly friendly and welcoming. Since I'm not a local, it was really nice to have such an easy and genuine conversation while dining. She made me feel comfortable right away and took great care of me throughout the evening. She made me an Old Fashioned and a Berry Cosmo, and both were excellent. For food, I ordered the 21-day aged T-bone steak and the crab cakes, and everything was delicious. The restaurant also has a really nice atmosphere and décor, which made the whole experience even better. Great service, great drinks, and great food. If you come here, definitely sit at the bar and ask for Valerie.

This meal was so damn good. I've eaten here several times but somehow I've not written a review. I…read moregot the 14 oz dry aged ribeye with truffle butter and lobster mac & cheese. I also got the flame old fashioned. This is probably the best meal I recall at Flame. It was perfection. My steak was cooked perfectly, and truffle butter makes everything taste good. The lobster mac & cheese was also divine. Our server was lovely, and the vibes in the red room is better than the rest of the restaurant in my opinion.