Houlihan's Restaurant

2110 E Republic Rd, Springfield
(417) 883-3434

Recent Reviews

JoeC

20 minutes to get drinks. another 30 for appetizers. another 30+ for food. Waiter came back to take our order 3 times. Manager was rude. Table next to us had the same problems and found metal shavings in their food. Abysmal experience.

Jasmine Dooley

I went to this place for my sisters R.N Graduation dinner, I came here with my whole family, when we got sat down I thought the atmosphere was nice, but the table was dirty and at two different heights. Appetizers took forever, when we got our food the lady gave one of the people at our table Kraft Mac and cheese and another homemade. She said and I quote, here is your Mac and cheese, we didn’t have enough time to make the other one so I hope this is okay. It was not, we did not get a discount and she took the old Mac and cheese, service was bad, bathroom practically gave me a seizure.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 3

Service: 2

The server got all of our drinks wrong, the kitchen said we could not order an extra cheese sauce for our appetizer because they were low. Two people at the table ordered a side of Mac and cheese and one looked regular and the other was a box of Kraft Mac and cheese. Would not go back.

me only

The flavor was good. Our waiter was good; however, the kitchen prep was way off timing. We had taken 2 bites out of our appetizers when they added all the main course dishes to our table. Something was going to be eaten cold. When I mentioned to the staff serving the food that we had literally just been brought our appetizers, I got a pathetic "oh they must be behind." The food was dropped and the staff very quickly left our table.To add to our enjoyment, a 4-top of obviously loud patrons were seated two tables behind us (when there were plenty of tables, and they could have been placed further apart). The entire portion of our meal was spent with that table being loud enough that we had a hard time hearing our own conversation while the other table spent their conversation consisting of multiple uses of foul language including the f-bomb. So overall, not impressed. We had not eaten here for several years due to the same issues. It will be a very long time before it ever happens again.Dietary restrictions: They could use more options of gluten free and not use wine in multiple dishes. Wine, especially red is very allergic to some people.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 4

Service: 3

Dennis Martin

My only issue was the booth wasn't lit very well. Management said they're trying to get better lighting, throughout the restaurant.I have an extensive background in foodservice so I'm a bit critical. Our server(Patty,I believe) was very friendly and knowledgeable about the food. Our experience with her was well above the average. She perfectly explained the stuffed chicken entrée and was she ever spot on. That's why I ordered it. My wife ordered the fish and chips and said it was amazing. I've never had a horseradish sauce so good. Even a bit better than mom's. I'm the guy that says something when we're satisfied and nobody in this restaurant failed to deliver. Our meals were hot,fresh and flavorful. Our server went out of her way to make us feel welcome and I had a great talk with the front of house manager. She as well was polite and knowledgeable. Don't let the tattoos and piercings fool you, folks. This girl touched all the tables and was on her game. We will definitely be back.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Stuffed Chicken, Fish and Chips, Chips

Becky Wilkin Stonecipher

Very good service and amazing food.

Shelby Driver

Horrible service and we waited for over an hour before we got our drinks and my friend waited an hour to get her salad.

Olivia B.

Loved our experience here for a nice date night! From the incredible ahi tuna appetizer to the stuffed chicken, everything was perfect. Service was impeccable. Will be back for happy hour with the girls!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Stuffed Chicken

NinjaV Silvas

Decent food and drinks at good prices. The firecracker shrimp is THE BEST! The patio is the best place to sit when the weather and space permits.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Chicken Lettuce Wraps, Firecracker Shrimp

Angel Zimmerman

We found this place about 6 years ago while we were house hunting. This has become our favorite place to eat. Freshest food around. Ahi tuna is our favorite and the fancy cheese was amazing. Wish it wasn't 2hours from us, but we try as often as we can go here.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kitty Carson

DELICIOUS. Perfect quality of food, great atmosphere and our server was an absolute gem. She handled the two toddlers at the table like a pro!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anita R.

Houlihans has definitely went down hill since Manager Kevin left. Difficult to get waited on, food was just okay for the price

Marian Kay Smith

The food was outstanding from the appetizers to the dessert! Their ahi tuna appetizer is one of the best I have ever had. Their scallops and salmon dinners were delicious and tasteful. I love the sauce served with the scallops.However service was terrible! It started bad with only getting one menu. We couldn’t get her attention to get a second one and finally got one from a hostess. She never cleared plates as she brought out more food. We finished our meal with the appetizer plates, dinner plates and dessert plates still on the table. She brought the bill before she brought the final drink and another server had to go find it.What should have been a nice Friday out - $75 price- was tainted by terrible service.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 5

Service: 1

Recommended dishes: Butter Cake

FOSTER TV LLC

Reasonably priced. Kids' meals come with ice cream woo hoo. Steak was perfect. If you're hungry, I strongly suggest the shrimp add on. Waitress was friendly. No wait on a Friday night. Great Daddy date night.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Firecracker Shrimp

cybrgrl Seveneighttwo

Second visit and once again it was fabulous. Had the pot roast and garlic mash and it was like sitting down to Sunday dinner at my moms house. Beautiful. Hubby had a burger and fries and ordered the fried cheese appetizer. He loved it and said the burger was perfectly cooked and juicy. The fried cheese was cold and slightly congealed (as mozzarella tends to get when slightly cool) but was still delicious. Staff is fast, friendly, and efficient and made our experience great.Parking: Large well laid out lot.Wheelchair accessibility: Very nice accessibility, make sure you have someone to open the door though. It's VERY heavy and hard to open and would be difficult in a chair.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Chicken Wings

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