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Our hometown

My Springfield, MO Guide

Springfield is home! These are my favorite local spots to eat, drink and explore, plus honest reviews of the bars and pop-ups I check out around town.

My Springfield faves

Where to eat, drink & explore

Anne holding the ChristmASS cocktail at J.HO.HO.B.Read my review
Bars & pop-ups ยท Downtown

J.HO.HO.B. Christmas Pop-Up

Over-the-top decor, ornament cocktails and our drink rankings.

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Buttonwood Chicken from the fall menu at The OrderRead my review
Eat & drink ยท Downtown

The Order

Fall menu tasting at the upscale spot inside Hotel Vandivort.

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Food from The Safe Spoon allergen-free cafe in SpringfieldRead my review
Eat & drink ยท Springfield

The Safe Spoon

An allergen-free cafe for breakfast, lunch, coffee and dessert.

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Mudlounge logoReview coming soon
Bars & pop-ups ยท Downtown

Mudlounge

Home of The Leg Lamp Bar pop-up this season.

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Finneganโ€™s Wake Irish Pub logoReview coming soon
Bars & pop-ups ยท Downtown

Finneganโ€™s Wake

Home of the Finnsmas pop-up this season.

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14 Mill Market logoReview coming soon
Eat & drink ยท Nixa

14 Mill Market

Food hall and bar with something for everyone.

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Springfield Brewing Company logoReview coming soon
Eat & drink ยท Downtown

Springfield Brewing Company

A downtown Springfield classic.

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Cassidy Station at Estes Farms logoReview coming soon
Experiences ยท Springfield area

Cassidy Station at Estes Farms

Holiday fun out at Estes Farms.

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