OPEN: Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe Downtown

OPEN: Pickleman’s Gourmet Cafe Downtown

Pickleman’s Deli has opened its new location in downtown SGF on the corner of Walnut and Jefferson.

5 minute introduction to the new downtown Price Cutter Bistro Market and $5 lunch

5 minute introduction to the new downtown Price Cutter Bistro Market and $5 lunch

Lets just get to the point. The new Price Cutter Bistro Market in downtown Springfield, MO is possibly one of the best things to happen to downtown Springfield in a long…long long time. That being said, here are our thoughts after spending some time there on opening night last night. This place is simply awesome. [...]

Gelato Mio ribbon cutting on Friday

Gelato Mio ribbon cutting on Friday

Gelato Mio opens Friday on the square with the delicious and unique flavors of Italian style ice cream.

Lili’s Diner, 2008-2010

Lili’s Diner, 2008-2010

The sign in the window is classy and brief, as much as any goodbye can hope to be. It reads as follows: “Dear Friends & Neighbors… It’s been fun. We thank you for all of your support. We will miss you. The Lili’s Crew” And with that Springfield loses another restaurant in 2010.  Lili’s Diner [...]

Open: Billy Sims BBQ

Open: Billy Sims BBQ

A new addition to the SGF restaurant scene came last week when Tulsa-based barbecue chain Billy Sims BBQ opened in former Boston Market location on Glenstone.

The Blue Bull coming soon to former Riad’s spot

The Blue Bull coming soon to former Riad’s spot

One of downtown’s best patios will finally be back in action soon. The Blue Bull bar and grill is set to open next month and will offer a laid back and casual atmosphere to the downtown hot spot. Owners Bart Pinkerton and Mike Greenlee hope to create a family friendly place to catch lunch or [...]

Einstein Bros. Bagels: A Foodie Review

Einstein Bros. Bagels: A Foodie Review

With the opening of the brand spankin’ new Einstein Bros. Bagels on National across from St. John’s, we had to see what all the fuss was about. They had over 200 people standing in line opening day…that has to say something about the place, right? I checked in around 3:30 today, a Wednesday. The newly [...]

Bijan’s is closing? 417Mag.com says so

Bijan’s is closing? 417Mag.com says so

According to a report from 417Mag.com’s Matt Lemmon, Bijan’s Sea and Grille notified its employees via text message that the restaurant was closed immediately.

The Opener, new TV series following first-time restaurateurs to be filmed in Springfield, MO

The Opener, new TV series following first-time restaurateurs to be filmed in Springfield, MO

Frantic Films will be coming to Springfield, MO within the next 2 weeks to begin filming of a new series called The Opener. The new documentary series will be following a number of first-time restaurant owners as they open their first eatery from planning to grand opening. The show will be hosted by David Adjey [...]

Rivals Casual Grille says goodbye

Rivals Casual Grille says goodbye

The Springfield restaurant business claims another casualty–in a way, at least. Rivals Casual Grille, located just south of what was Circuit City on South Glenstone Avenue, closed its doors July 1, but the owners left an interesting note on the door when doing so: “We will be changing our concept in the next 4 to [...]

Tuscan Grill closes today but will reopen under new owner Nicola Gilardi with a new name

Tuscan Grill closes today but will reopen under new owner Nicola Gilardi with a new name

Tuscan Grill on East Sunshine will be closing its doors today (as well as J. Parrino’s). Owner of ever popular Gilardi’s, Nicola Gilardi will be reopening the restaurant under the possible new name Nicola’s.

The last day of a Springfield Institution; J. Parrino’s to close TODAY

The last day of a Springfield Institution; J. Parrino’s to close TODAY

A Springfield staple for Italian dining is set to close today. Parrino’s announced the closing to its Facebook fans and email list last week. If you’re around town and have one last craving for one of their fine Italian dishes, we suggest you stop by tonight.

Ophelia’s is back, and it’s coming to Walnut Street

Ophelia’s is back, and it’s coming to Walnut Street

A familiar name among local eateries is coming back after a couple of years away. News of the return of Ophelia’s tapas restaurant and wine bar was first announced to its Facebook fans late last month, but now signage appears in the new location at 216 E. Walnut Street next to Hawthorn Gallery, making it [...]

Now Open: Mexican-style breakfast … without drive-thru windows

Now Open: Mexican-style breakfast … without drive-thru windows

La Huasteca is putting the rise-and-shine in Mexican-style food. They’re opening at 6 a.m. I’ve Always found breakfast burritos are more enjoyable three hours prior.

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