DINING GUIDE
THE WILDSEED RESTAURANT & BAR
GETTIN’ BASTED
305 E. Chestnut St., Suite C, Strafford, 417-7360004, eatwildseed.com. American and Indian. Meatloaf and a variety of curry options are the big ticket items at this Strafford restaurant. We really do love the variety that on the menu, and the pizzas are so tasty! Our favorite appetizer is the Wildseed Wontons. They are filled with a creamy and spicy mixture of jalapenos, green onions, pork sausage and sour cream. Be sure to pop in for some great morning deals; breakfast plates go for just $5 each! Open Tue.–Sat., 10:30 a.m.–10 p.m.; Sun., 8 a.m.–3 p.m. $–$$ WIFI V
3242 S. Stewart Ave., Springfield; 2845 W. Highway 76, Branson; 606 W. Mount Vernon St., Nixa; gettinbasted.com. Come here for award-winning barbecue in all your favorite varieties: brisket, ribs, pulled pork and more. The seven wagyu burgers on the menu are fully loaded, and the apps game is strong with homemade pimento cheese, barbecue nachos and more. Open Sun.–Thurs. 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.– 10 p.m.. $–$$ • • K
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BARBECUE
BLACK MARKET SMOKEHOUSE 603 S. Kimbrough Ave., Springfield, 417-831-5300, facebook.com/BlackMarketSmoke. They smoke just about anything you can think of at Black Market, from more traditional offerings to rabbit and beef cheek. The Cuban is a favorite. Open Tue.–Sat., 11 a.m.–7 p.m., Thu.–Sat., midnight–3 a.m. $–$$
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BUCKINGHAM’S SMOKEHOUSE BBQ 2002 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-886-9979, buckinghambbq.com. Diners love the ribs and the burnt ends at this classic barbecue eatery. We can’t get enough of the killer smoked salmon topped with horseradish sauce. And don’t miss the jalapeño bottle caps. If you’re extra hungry, get the baked potato that’s covered with just about everything.Open daily, 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $ • • • WIFI K •
CITY BUTCHER & BARBECUE 3650 S. Campbell Ave., Springfield, 417-7201113, citybutchersgf.com. Come early because this Texas-style barbecue spot, where the meat is smoked in small batches for optimal freshness, is known to sell out. Killer brisket, pulled pork and other favorites are sold first-come, first-served with a few simple but delicious side dish options. Open daily 11 a.m. until sold out. $–$$ • •••
CROSSTOWN BBQ 1331 E. Division St., Springfield, 417-862-4646. Try the ribs or the brisket. The Big Pappa Dinner is a signature dish, and it features tons of meat including ribs, brisket and hot links. Another customer favorite (even though it’s not barbecue) is the always-tasty and oh-so-crispy fried catfishOpen Mon.–Thu., 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri.–Sat., 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $–$$ • ☎ • K •
DANNA’S BBQ AND BURGER SHOP 963 Missouri 165, Branson, 417-337-5527; 15 Hope Way, Branson West, 417-272-1945; 7930 E. Highway 76, Kirbyville, 417-334-9541; dannasbbq. com. If you want to share a meal with a friend, the Smoked Pit Plate comes with plenty of food for two people and features tender pulled beef, half a chicken, pulled pork, sausage and ribs. Hours vary by season and location. $ • • K •
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HARD KNOX BBQ 2931 E. Battlefield Road, Springfield, 417-7204811, hardknoxbbq.com. Crispy pork belly, fiery jalapeño sausage, burnt ends and addicting potato salad are some of the menu highlights at Hard Knox BBQ. The eatery was opened by Pat Duran, owner of Metropolitan Grill, and he turned his champion barbecue team into a brickand-mortar restaurant. As an added bonus, if you love your meal, you can buy jars of their signature sauces and dry rubs at the restaurant for a flavor-packed meal at home. Open Tue.–Sat., 11 a.m.–6 p.m. $–$$ • • • •
HEADY BAR-B-QUE CO. 573 E. Elm St., Republic, 417-732-4227, headybbq. com. This spot specializes in Kansas City–style barbecue. Among stellar ribs, brisket and more perfectly prepared meats, you can find unexpected dishes with a barbecue spin: nachos, salads, a burrito. Open Mon.–Thu., 11 a.m.–8 p.m.; Fri.–Sat., 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun., 10:30 a.m.–2:30 p.m. $–$$ • • • K •
PAPPY’S PLACE 943 N. Main Ave., Springfield, 417-866-8744. Be sure not to miss the pork spare ribs with Pappy’s barbecue sauce or the barbecue nachos at this long-running Springfield institution. (Extra perk: We’ve heard people say that Pappy’s sells the very coldest beer in town.) The restaurant’s daily specials are delicious, too. Open Mon.–Sat., 11 a.m.–8:30 p.m. $ • • •
WHOLE HOG CAFÉ 224 W. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-868-0042; 2731 N. Glenstone Ave, Springfield, 417-720-4759 wholehogsgf.com. Customers love the pulled pork sandwich. There’s a delicious sauce for every taste bud at this eatery (we like the spicy ones, but the mustard base is delicious, too), and we love the extra-indulgent potato salad (it is among the best we’ve ever tried). Don’t miss the barbecue nachos or super-juicy chicken. Open Mon.–Sat., 11 a.m.–9 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.–8 p.m. $ • • • ☎ • WIFI K •
BREAKFAST
BILLY GAIL’S CAFE 5291 State Highway 265, Branson, 417-338-8883; 1882 James River Road, Ozark, 417-582-2600; billygailsrestaurant.com. Billy Gail’s in Branson has been a beloved breakfast hotspot for ages. The newer Ozark spot and has become just as popular. Come for massive pancakes and other breakfast fare. The Ozark location serves dinner on
the weekends. Branson open daily 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; Ozark open daily 7 a.m.–3 p.m. and Fri.–Sat. 11 a.m.–9 p.m. $ • • •
THE BRUNCHEONETTE 424 N. Main St., Joplin, 417-781-3447, thebruncheonette.net. We love the creative takes on eggs Benedict that we’ve found at The Bruncheonette, whose menu changes weekly but is always interesting. Don’t miss your chance to order a plate of poutine, hand-cut fries topped with gravy, shredded cheese and a poached egg. The carrot fries are wonderful too. This restaurant is small but mighty, and it’s worth the wait for a table to open up. Open Wed.–Fri., 6:30 a.m.–2 p.m.; Sat.–Sun., 9 a.m. until supplies run out. $ • • •
EARLY BIRD BREAKFAST PUB 1717 E. Cherokee St., Springfield, 417-885-8088. This spot serves up creative breakfast fare and has a full-service bar churning out breakfast margaritas and the ilk. Bonus: Those breakfast margs are made with orange marmalade for a nod to the day’s first meal. Don’t miss the tacos, burritos, traditional breakfast fare, sandwiches and more. There’s even a chicken and waffles sandwich. Open Mon.–Fri., 7 a.m.–3 p.m.; Sat., 7 a.m.–4 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.–4 p.m. $ • • •
EUROPEAN CAFÉ 207 Park Central East, Springfield, 417-569-6702, 417europeancafe.com. Along with coffee drinks, this little bakery serves up lovely croissants, cream puffs, desserts, pastries and more. You can even find some savory pastries, like the bacon, egg and goat cheese tart. Their macarons are to die for, and the pretty little mousse cakes are almost too lovely to eat. Open Mon.–Thurs., 7:30 a.m.–9 p.m.; Fri., 7 a.m.–11 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.–11 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.–9 p.m. $ WIFI • •
FIRST WATCH 2946 S. National Ave., Springfield, 417-889-0601; 3103 E. Sunshine St., Springfield, 417-633-7094; firstwatch.com. Go traditional with a plate piled with crispy bacon, eggs and toast. Or order something more creative. At First Watch you can find breakfast power bowls (like the one filled with quinoa, sausage, mushrooms, tomatoes, kale and eggs), lemon-ricotta pancakes, avocado toast, a superfood bowl with chia pudding and fruit and lots more. Don’t miss the lunch treats, too. Open daily, 7 a.m.–2:30 p.m. $ • • K
GAILEY’S BREAKFAST CAFÉ 220 E. Walnut St., Springfield, 417-866-5500. The sweet potato hash browns are super-delish here, and we highly recommend ordering them in place of the traditional hash browns. We also love The Bear Hug: biscuits and gravy, choice of meat, two eggs and either hash browns or sweet browns. If you’re feeling a little British, try The Full Monty. Gailey’s is known for breakfast, but the restaurant also has a tasty lunch menu. Breakfast and lunch are served all day. Open Sun.–Tues., 7 a.m.–3 p.m., Wed.–Sat., 7 a.m.–10 p.m. $ WIFI • • K
MORNING DAY CAFE 101 S. Main St., Nixa; 417-494-5055. facebook. com/MDCNixa. Downtown Nixa gets its morning