Restaurants in Jefferson City

“went for the first time and let me tell you. One of the best places in Jeff. amazing show, amazing performers. Great atmosphere.”

“I always like coming here, service is great, food is delicious! Even one time when I brought my sister and I thought they changed the recipe because we didn't like a dish I always order, they checked into it, realized it was made wrong, and remade the order for us.”

“The food is absolutely delicious ! Stumbled on to this place after finishing done business at the Truman Building, and had an amazing lunch! Their flank steak sandwich is to die for and the bread pudding was an incredible way to finish the meal! All paired with great service and a relaxed atmosphere!”

“Recently purchased a variety of mini cupcakes for a party. Bethany, kitchen manager, was extremely helpful and cheerful in assisting me with my order. The cupcakes were delicious and a big hit! -Gayla”

“I ho every year fot my birthday”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Went there recently and totally loved it. My Beef Rouladen with red cabbage and potatoes were like being transported back to Germany. My dinner partner’s Sauerbraten was excellent. We took carrot cake to go and it was so delicious. Loved the atmosphere and our host was delightful.”

“Donna and had a very nice dinner a couple nights ago. Another great local restaurant!!”

“Awesome apps! Amazing service! Great ambience!”

“The server Ammon is absolutely amazing! Very quickly came after we were seated and took our orders. Food was timely and hot and amazing. Thanks and God bless you all.”

“As always, great customer service! Great prices, quality teas and easy grab and gos! best tea shop in JC :)”

“the best in central Missouri, try the Greasy Bob it is awesome. although they all are.”

“Man, this is Great Place with a Great Vibe and Bartenders. Just a fun place to have cold Drink and see Live Music .. Five ⭐️ Dive Bar”

“Very affordable, good wings and no cheap containers when you ordered delivery...we ordered twice from them best wings for any price.....the con not many flavors of wings .....but still awesome”

“Food was good and was ready quickly”

“We had Sweet Smoke cater a baby shower over the weekend. The food was fabulous. it was easy to book and the good was delivered and set up on time. Many people commented on how good the food was.”

“The Spudmaggedon is amazing. Nothing like a loaded - and I mean loaded- baked potato. Took 1/2 home for supper because it is THAT big. definitely returning again. now officially my BBQ place.”

“I have been missing Indian food since moving home after living in KC for almost 10 years. I was so thrilled when this place opened. Even my husband loves it and has requestes this on date nights. We’ve had the chicken tikka masala and chicken vindaloo and both were amazing. We also love the naan. Everything we’ve had has been delicious. The restaurant itself is clean and staff friendly. Definitely try it. You won’t be disappointed.”

“They have the friendliest staff. The old lady and old man are the most amazing,friendly, kind hearted people ever. BEST ICE CREAM PARLOR IN JEFF CITY. I will definitely be back.”

“I don’t get thru Jeff City but every few months. I stopped again last Saturday morning for my Eggs Benedict. Same great food, same smiling Michelle who took great care of me . Thanks to all the folks at Oscar’s for being there and never changing. You folks are the best! Jerry”

“Bbq sauces are great. Good quality meat and sides”

“Absolutely phenomenal. Everything is fresh and flavorful. Whether it's the blueberries in the scones on the chocolate in the croissants, every single ingredient is high quality and the skillful bakers put them to their best use. My mother and I shared half a dozen items and were impressed by every single one.

Even the other people in line on Saturday morning were friendly. The vibes at the cafe are almost as good as the pastries.”

“We Love the selection of food and drinks at Dukes! Our service is always fantastic and Nikki is one of the best in the biz!”

“I have been here multiple times and always a great experience!

Great variety of quality craft beer with some solid core options and always something new to try.

Staff is always welcoming and friendly.

This truly is a gem of a craft brewery with quality far exceeding expectations from a fairly small Midwestern town.”

“I’ve never found a black coffee I like until now! Staff is amazing and super friendly. THANKS!!”

“This place has some of the best Mexican food in Jeff city! Flavor was amazing and drinks were to die for. This has become a weekly place for me and the hubby.”

“We spent a few hours at Three Story yesterday and can't wait to share about them on our channels. Their team was fantastic, the coffee was top-notch, and the vibe was so chill. We loved hanging out there and supporting such a great local business. Thanks to the guys who were working. You all rock! ✌️”

“Their honey maple zing wings are the best wings I've ever had. The sauce is a great ratio of sweet, savory, and tangy. The smoke flavor is the perfect amount. The outside of the wings has a beautiful crispyness. They're not overpowered by the sauce. The flavor of the smoked wings and the light, but still full of flavor sauce/rub comes together in a tasty harmony where they both shine.”

“yum, yo!”

“The best tamales in our town! The food is as tasty as my mom and her mom would prepare in Jalisco. Not microwaved commercial food. ❤️”

“Best tacos for me while living in JC MO. Their menu is a plus and their pricing is decent. I want them to add more foods.”

“Philly Steak Quesapita is a total win every time! 🔥 Loaded with flavor, perfectly grilled—and you can’t forget the frickin' boom-boom sauce. Game changer! 🙌🌯”

“This place is freaking amazing! Came here with my husband tonight to have a little date night while we were in Jefferson City, and this place definitely did not disappoint. The flavor of the food was amazing, the staff was friendly and this restaurant is seriously the cutest!! I hope nothing for the best for the owner!! If the owner and Gordon Ramsey were in a pizza making competition this guy would take first and blow Gordon’s mind!!! Definitely will be coming back next time we’re out this way!!”

“The best taste! The best service! The best people!”

“Totally awesome, crust was perfect and toppings were awesome as well.”

“absolute best fried chicken dinner I've ever had also had fast and friendly service”

“I strongly recommend the burgers. If you don’t think it’s best burger you ever had. You’re dead inside.”

“Good spot for a fly in lunch or those interested in aviation to watch the action at KJEF. Really enjoyed the food and facility is very nice.”

“Best breakfast & brunch in town! Absolutely love their seasonal drink special & the staff is made of literally the nicest & coolest people. Loveeee High Rise!”

“Didn't snap pics this time. But food was good. The server was on point and the drink cups are huge. No need for refills every 2 min. The cheese dip is good and the chips were warm. Will grab pictures on return Trip. Enjoy.”

“Best pizza in Jefferson City. I regret not discovering Obie's sooner. I'll be back again and again.. I'm telling my friends that if they want really good pizza to go to Obie's.”

“Stopped in for an early dinner and was pleasantly surprised with this bar food!! While you wait they have pool tables, shuffle board, darts, and gaming machines! (Happy to report I beat Bruce on the shuffleboard table!) We will go back again. •The breaded tenderloin was easy on the breading and extremely generous on the meat.. hand cut and breaded! The flavor was fantastic. •The onion rings were also hand breaded and perfect. •The Wings were awesome. Just enough sauce and very meaty. •Beer was cold & sweet tea was good!!”

“Jefferson City is so blessed to have this restaurant! The food here is amazing! Must try their desserts. Their candied yams and greens are so good! So much love goes in to every dish served here and it shows in the flavor💕”

“I went in today for the first time and had the pleasure of meeting the owner. She told me that this is a family owned business, and she brings her son in with her, who happened to be sleeping in the back at the time. She was very helpful and knowledgeable about the menu and answered all of my questions. While I was there, another lady came in, and was greeted by name. I love that they get to have a business while raising their son, and they clearly love people and want to help them. Their products are all clean and so good for you, also delicious! I can’t wait to go back, I highly recommend you go here instead of scooters or smoothie king. 😊”

“Nice atmosphere and food was delicious!!”

“10/10!! Best Birria Tacos I’ve Ever Had!! Great Customer Service and Great Family Atmosphere!! When my family wants Mexican food; We will pick La Dona Everytime!”

“big fan, appreciate that they have online ordering, and tasty desserts too!”

“We came here for the 1st time today. Christian was excellent. He was fast and checked on us several times to make sure we got what we wanted. Food was good, too.”

“What a fun place to play games! There is a HUGE selection of games. They have a new sandwich menu that is excellent. I had the Black Bean Avocado sandwich and it was fantastic. The atmosphere is great...I will be back!”

“Had the prime rib on special it was fantastic! Love the environment and playing pool at this bar.”

“By far the best biscuits and gravy I've had in a restaurant! Great food, good music, I'm sold! Will come here everytime I'm in Jefferson City!!”

“First time trying the iced Blondie ! Sorry Starbucks but I found my new love for iced coffee ❤️”

“I had the most enjoyable lunch here yesterday! I had no idea that this lovely little restaurant was here until a friend mentioned it to me a few months ago. I finally got around to trying it and let me tell you, I will definitely be back!! The most delicious, freshly made sandwiches & salads and don’t get me started on how delicious all the pastries looked! I had the salted caramel brownie for dessert and WOW!! The owners are so nice plus there’s a gift shop attached with all kinds of unique things! Do yourself a favor and pay this place a visit!!”

“The food and service were fabulous. Thanks for taking care of an out of town nurse.”

“Great atmosphere, great food and a friendly restaurant!”

“Having been to Ireland 🇮🇪 several times, walking into Paddy Malones was like walking into a pub in Dublin. The fare was authentic, delicious and filling; the wait staff was sublime ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Was at a rehearsal dinner in the banquet room then went next door to the main bar afterwards. What a great place. Lovely old brick and wood with a bar from 1880 and a great history The owner told us about. A guy playing the piano at the piano bar. Just An awesome grill/bar full of nostalgia. If I lived closer I’d be a regular.”

“My husband and I look for local dining when we finish our deliveries. This was a nice surprise! We both loved the food and the decor. The people were super nice. We will be back!”

“Everything was AMAZING! All of the food was made fresh to order. We had the Shrimp dumplings, Phad Thai, Salmon Teriyaki and Black Sticky Rice. We will definitely be coming back to try the rest of the menu!”

“This is our “go to” when we leave church - they have the BEST breakfast buffet complete with biscuits and gravy, amazing fried potatoes, French toast, sausage, bacon, eggs… even desserts, and fresh fruit (that I’m always too full to eat!) And their lunch buffet is back!!!! I did a happy dance on the way up to get my three plates, and then was so miserably full I needed a nap! Service is always on point and food is always delicious! Def my fav place! Their Veits salad and fried chicken are our fav options when there isn’t a buffet but let me just say - I’ve NEVER had anything I didn’t love there!!! 🤤”

“My wife and I decided to have an early dinner seeking Greek food. On the drive to Theo’s, she read a review about a customer who enjoyed the food but had taken offense to the neon RAAAI-DERRRS sign above the bar. I had to drive faster to get there to see that sign in all its glory. Great food, great atmosphere, great taste in football teams.
But there is a matter of that Chiefs helmet on the wall…”

“Yesterday was my husband's birthday. He decided he wanted pizza for dinner. I suggested Pizza Haus as I have tried it before and loved it, but he has never had it. We ate at the restaurant and the service was wonderful! I was a bit nervous to see if he liked it because he is super picky. But He LOVED it!!! This is a huge win, because he doesn't really like any other pizza place we've tried locally. Our 2 sons loved it too and could not stop eating. The price was also very reasonable for the 4 of us to eat. Thank you Pizza Haus! We will definitely be back!!!”

“We recently chose Lutz’s BBQ for our catering. We ordered for 20 guest, and had plenty food leftover for our guest to have a second plate later that evening. The smoked meats were cooked to perfection, the creamy coleslaw was the best I have ever had, and the cheesy potatoes casserole was a huge hit. You can’t go wrong with anything from their menu. The friendly staff was a very responsive and helpful when placing the order and picking up. Top notch business. Thank you Lutz’s BBQ”

“As "The Duke of Artz" the Pizzas and Crazy Breads were absolutely Triple great Great GREAT & Delicious. I am so proud of it and I am glad that I work there. It's Triple cool Cool COOL 😎👍👍👍”

“thank you so much for the wonderful sandwiches and salad for nurses week! They were wonderful!”

“I had the shrimp platter, I'm from the UK and the cocktail sauce was delicious.”

“Arris' is one of my favorite places to eat whenever I am in town for work! The Venus and Hippocrates pizzas are some of my favorites, but everything on the menu is great. I also recommend getting the Spanakopita as an appetizer. Make sure to ask if they have fresh, house made baklava when you go!”

“Steve and Lindsey will go out of their way to make sure you feel like family here! This is the most comforting chill bar ever and there's always something happening here whether live music or art receptions, you NEED to stop in and try a brew or bourbon!”

“Cowboy Mike is the best! Favorite place to go for cheap drinks, great food, and nightly entertainment!”

“My experience with Pappo’s has always been excellent. The staff are absolutely quite amazing and really knows how to maintain professionalism and promote an absolute Family Friendly environment for everyone.”

“Me and my family had the best time. The customer service was outstanding, and our food came out hot, delicious, and fast. I ordered the Gyro Bratwurst and it was absolutely worth it. I couldn't believe how similar to a actual Gyro it was. I was also able to try the bacon bomb cheeseburger and it was so good I ordered it the next day at lunch. We took my father who was recovering in the hospital a order of buffalo wings, and he said hands down the best wings he has ever had. He loved them so much that when he was released from the hospital he ordered 4 orders of wing to take home and freeze to enjoy whenever he wants. Prison Brews has became one of our favorite places to eat when visiting Jeff City!!! I can't wait to try other menu items when we come back! Such a great environment as well, very relaxing.”

“I have tried several drinks here and they all have been great! Always friendly when you walk in and they have several options.”

“Out of my way stop the other morning and got an espresso coffee and avocado toast. Both were fantastic. Highly recommend both. A slightly hidden treasure in our town. Easily better than the big name main stream shops that litter this town. Kiddos to Dunn bros! 👏”

“The Chiles Verde here is addictive!! It’s the best I have ever had. The pork is super tender and the sauce is tangy and flavorful. The prices are fair with large portions. Employees are friendly and orders come out hot and quick.”

“Fantastic fun time! Just right for my granddaughters birthday!”

“My husband had the fish sandwich and I had a foot long chili cheese dog--both were quite tasty! We shared some hot, crunchy tots then finished with messy, yummy cones! A vintage hometown favorite. Great service, too.”

“las margaritas . las mariscadas”

“Best breakfast/brunch spot around. The omelets and hashbrowns we had last weekend were perfectly cooked and the coffee was so good. Highly recommend Towne Grill! Plus, its locally owned. Support Local!!!”

“The beans were a bit spicy but otherwise they were very good. The food for all our family of 4 was great and the kids even ate without an issue

Vegetarian options: The same as most Mexicans places”

“Seriously amazing. I’ve been to a good 20-30 restaurants specifically for Pho and this was hands down Top 3 best pho I’ve had. Savory, rich broth. Nice cuts of meat, fresh vegetables. We also got a smoothie before we left and it was incredible… makes me never want smoothie king again.”

“Delicious food and friendly staff. I placed an order a couple weeks ago. When I went to pick it up, everything was placed in the bag the order I had called it in, which was nice.”

“They do pretty good by me. Kaylee I believe her name is makes my drink the best it seems. She's been 100% thus far no sugar or whip cream and full. Love the people there. Just wish it was a tad more convenient for my wrecker. It can be sketchy walking in the drive thru in the morning. I appreciate them.”

“Food portions were good, taste was great, but in the end the service was phenomenal. I enjoyed everyth😀ing about my families meal, including the wait.”

“Best Chinese Food in all of Jefferson City”

“the Chinese food was excellent and would get the tacos again”

“the Chinese food was excellent and would get the tacos again”

“the Chinese food was excellent and would get the tacos again”

“Phenomenal venue for a wedding! The place is reasonably priced and can comfortably accommodate ~200 guests. If there are a lot of families and children on your guest list, the playground will be a major hit. There is ample parking and the kitchen is top-tier whether preparing your own food or bringing in a catering company. Our experiences with the Lions Club volunteers were always pleasant and we didn't encounter any other issues. Again, I'd highly recommend this venue for a wedding!”

“The 3 guys working the dinner shift were absolutely amazing, Brayden, Eliseo and a younger kid were so attentive and polite. Brayden was very patient waiting for our difficult order to be communicated (two younger picky allergy children) and never once got annoyed. Eliseo worked hard to ensure we received our entire order the first time and it was AMAZING!! 10/10 on the tuna for sure. And the younger guy was working very hard to make sure the entire restaurant was clean even taking the additional chair we used!! Tonight was a great experience!”

“the Chinese food was excellent and would get the tacos again”

“Waitress Jessie served my girlfriend and I last night. She was very polite and kept my sweet tea glass full. Food was delicious as always. What more could you ask for?”

“I’ve been coming here about once a week, the food is really good. The service is pretty horrible. Half the time I’m gambling if they got my order correct they are missing napkins, my receipt, or a fork I asked for. This would be one of the best Chick-fil-A‘s. I’ve been to, but it feels like I’m at a casino with how much gambling I’m doing with my food.”

“We love Colton's and have never had a bad encounter. The food is always hot and delicious, the staff is friendly and efficient, and the owners are super awesome people!”

“Very nice place to eat with family”

“First time WE go there & staff was friendly from the minute u walk in the door they greet u. Food good & fresh🙂 We’ll be back !”

“This is a newly remodeled Imos and it is so nice. Katie was at the register and was so pleasant and welcoming. Very clean and the food was hot and delicious. Definitely coming back when we are here”

“Joan has baked many things for me, all were delicious! Her patisserie downtown on High Street was so charming and had a welcoming atmosphere. It is wonderful to see her business continue!”

“I love this place!! The domino cookie is my favorite and I have to get it everytime!We ordered a cookie cake and they did an amazing job. It was fresh, delicious, and didn't last long! Staff is pleasant and helpful for ordering. :)”

“Took my grandkids Herr for their first time, one can not eat peanut, one gentle man went to back got her fresh ice cream, how awesome and caring is that. These 2 guys were great there was 4 of us.2/22 @2:50 thank you for that extra step you took for her.”

“My favorite is a hot white chocolate Mocha with whipped topping!! Awesome!!”

“Ordered a cookie cake for two days out but needed to change the date of pick up to the same day and they accommodated me without any hesitation - they were very professional, considerate and friendly!”

“Amazing place! The ice cream selection is great with keto and allergy friendly options! Plus the ice cream is made right here in Central Missouri and they also make the waffle cones fresh daily!”

“Pretzels were fresh, hot and the dipping sauces are amazing! The Cinnamon sugar pretzels are super amazing as well! I could eat a whole bucket of these pretzels in one sitting!”

“EVERYTHING!!! Have not found anything I do not like yet! I try something new each time I go!”

“There was a gnat flying around in the display case. They mostly had drive-thru orders and they seemed preoccupied with those. Seemed like it took forever for people inside to get their orders.
I didn’t hear my name called, so my drink probably sat on the counter for 10 minutes. When I asked if my name had been called, the girl pointed to my drink with my name in teeny tiny print and made me feel like I was the idiot.”

“A wonderful place to eat. The food was fresh and delicious as always. Have never had a bad experience here. Only I'd recommend redoing the inside. Otherwise, very tasty!”

“My public entity held an event last week and we had food catered from this location. Angie went above and beyond our expectations, making the experience incredibly seamless. We will be using this location for catering again. We really appreciate her dedication and customer service. Definitely an asset to Subway!”

“Lees Chicken in Columbia is my favorite chicken spot. It’s always been fresh, hot and delicious and the staff is so friendly.”

“The only review you need:

I went back within a few hours of my first Burger there ever.

Bunch of kids made it...

...both times

They nailed it everytime and I bought even more the second time

Your welcome now go eat there 😎👊🔥”

“Excellent service! employees are friendly! The food was done fast and accurately! absolutely delicious! Jay does absolutely amazing! highly recommend!”

“I want to give a shout out to the manager, Kim who was absolutely wonderful when I called about our sons food allergies. She met us at our table, explained their process for food allergies, and ensured me that the kitchen staff had been notified. She personally delivered his food and checked in on us. Eating out when your child has life threatening food allergies is terrifying, and something we rarely do. So THANK YOU, Kim!! Your kindness means more than you know and Chilis is blessed to have you!”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Five stars from Joe Machens Capital City Ford service department!!!”

“Great pizza and a great buffet, especially for the price.”

“Stopped by on 8/10/25 for a late lunch/early dinner. Ordered the chicken chow mein and chicken with veg combos. They were made fresh to order and turned out delightful! Staff were really friendly and we were happy to eat in as the restaurant was very clean and well maintained. Will 100% return next time we’re in town!”

“Been Craven some of those mini biscuits since I seen the commercial,but I'm an essential truck driver, they happily took my order on phone and brought it to me curbside”

“My husband and I just dined in Madison Cafe and were amazed how great everything was. Regrettably, we reside in Jefferson City for nine years without ever dining at Madison Cafe. We wish we had gone there sooner because the food, staff, and prices are really great. We will return to M.C. real soon.”

“This bakery and the assistance of June was awesome. She was very helpful with my questions regarding my cake purchase. I was in 12:15 11/17/24. Kiddos to June. I will be back to this bakery.”

“What a delightful experience!The drive in person was wonderful,even gave us a show tune like song ;) so awesome!Thank you wonderful drive through person,it's rare to get such a treat!”

“We stopped by Slim Chickens around 11 AM on a Saturday and were pleasantly surprised to find it nearly empty with just one other couple was there. There was plenty of free parking in the lot, and the restaurant was easy to spot from the main road.

I didn’t even realize there was another location in St. Louis, so this was a nice surprise! The food was great. We ordered chicken strips, fries, and garlic Texas toast. The portion size was generous for the price, and everything tasted fresh and flavorful.

What really made it stand out, though, was how perfect it was for my autistic son. He loved the garlic toast (a rare win for us!) and was totally hooked watching LEGO on the TV, which helped him stay calm and happy the whole time. The employees were friendly and welcoming, which added to the positive experience.

We had a great time and will definitely be back!”

“I’ve eaten at hundreds of Asian restaurants from the Mississippi to the West Coast. This is definitely in the top three. Small, family owned and grate service.”

“I ordered the boneless bundle which was 20 boneless wings, fries, vegetable sticks, and tots. I picked up the order and had 20 traditional wings, no fries, no tots. I took it back, showed them my online receipt, they remake it ans still no fries. I couldn't keep waiting around. The food is good but I'll stick to Wing Stop”

“A big shout out to the manager, Tom and the amazing staff at Big Whiskey Jefferson City. Today we had a surprise retirement lunch and they made sure the event went off without a hitch. We planned for 17 and had 20- no problem. Thank you so much for the wonderful customer service today. So much appreciated.”

“Great fresh food.! I was one of their first customers when they first opened for business and never any regrets other than the bathroom odor. I watched them bring fresh pots and pots of re-fills. I invited many people to this restaurant and not one time ever regretted it. My husband feels it is the best eating place that he has ever eat at. I hope this problem gets resolved soon as this restaurant is an asset for the community. Thank you.”