26 Best Salad Restaurants in Springfield

“Party of 6, 3/9/24, Sat 5:30pm. Our wait was only a few minutes, Greeter Josh smiling and friendly. Server Astrid did a great job thoughout the meal; personable, quality checks, tbl manicured, drinks refilled. Food temps and quality great! Owner Avid seen in the dining room the whole time actively greeting and seating guests, and assisting the staff. Well done everyone--this is our new place!!“

“I routinely stop in at the downtown JPCo. I am greeted with a smile and friendly small talk, everytime. Anytime I can feast on spinach and cheese handpies, I'm a happy camper!“

“It was SO nice finally eating a hot meal in Missouri after spending an entire week in Branson with no gluten-free options as someone with celiac disease.

Almost the entire menu is gluten-free and they have a dedicated fryer. Thank GOD.

My husband and I ordered:

- Fried Guacamole / Palta Fritas. $9.99 (Appetizer)
- Lomo Saltado. $18.99 (Main)
- Amazon Fried Rice. $15.99 (Main)
- Lúcuma Cheesecake. $10 (Dessert)
- Bottle of hot sauce to take home. $10

While the fried rice was a tad oversalted and I didn't like the Cheerio crust on the cheesecake, the food was so good and the salsa... Omg. I could have taken a case home of that stuff. It is hot but complex and flavorful. The salsa alone is worth another visit.

They have a menu with foods you might not see anywhere else in town such as deep fried rabbit with basil lime aioli, BBQ jackfruit with Peruvian panca peppers or blackened cobia on a bed of ahi amarillo mashed potatoes.

The restaurant is in an old building from the 1800's with tables, booths and even a dining room upstairs. The bathrooms are individual rooms with a sink and changing table, so they are unisex.

Service was great.

Overall, I would definitely return.

Visited December 2024

Dietary restrictions: Dedicated fryer and almost all of the menu is gluten-free except the items that are marked "NGF" for "not gluten-free."“

“This is our favorite pizza place in town!“

“I routinely stop in at the downtown JPCo. I am greeted with a smile and friendly small talk, everytime. Anytime I can feast on spinach and cheese handpies, I'm a happy camper!“

“Really good Mexican and great service. Warm fresh tortilla chips with homemade salsa for everyone. We added on table side guacamole and queso…both were great. The fish tacos were amazing. We also had the spinach and cheese chicken enchiladas and the Bella special. Our family was glad to find an authentic Mexican place to come back to.“

“We went to Neighborhood Pizza Cafe last night to have supper with friends. The pizza was delicious. The staff was very friendly. The atmosphere was very relaxed and inviting. We were able to sit and have great conversation without loud distractions. I would definitely get pizza from there again!!!“

“Our family loves Garbo’s! Everything is delicious 😋 and service is fantastic!“

“Super great working with their catering staff. We ordered 100 chicken sandwiches and 80 sets of nuggets for an event today. They delivered on time and everything was piping hot! Thank you so much for your efforts. We appreciate being able to use you every year!“

“My husband has alpha gal and they have a safe menu option for him!!! Everyone we encountered was so friendly and I can’t rave enough about how good that turkey pepperoni pizza was. Thank you for having this option on the menu, with the vegan cheese and the vegan marinara. Was a great date night!“

“We tried several different things, and all were really good! Price was good for the amount of food received. We tried the olive burger, turkey club, cheese curds, roast beef (would have been better with a signature sauce which I was told they are working on, bbq was fine with it) kids had grilled cheese, jr burger amd chicken strips. Really no complaints.“

“Just ate at Beef-A-Roo in Harrison Arkansas for the first time and the food was awesome! Also less expensive than I expected. We will be back and look forward to the one planned in Branson - closer to home.“

“The food was GREAT and our server Deanna was the BEST!!!! Will definitely come back again and will request Deanna for our server!!“

“I recently moved here . I have already experienced the deliciousness of McAlister's Deli! All the food I've eaten here has been yummy. The Harvest Chicken Sandwich is so far my favorite. Their baked potatoes are humongous! Their known for their delicious tea.
The servers are always welcoming, helpful and efficient. The restaurant has a large seating area. Some even have outdoor seating. The restaurant is clean and tables are bused quickly.
I'm getting hungry for McAlister's as I write this, shucks!“

“Hooray McAlister's 👋👋 it is said that it's not the mistake, yet the actions after that hold importance. So, after a bad experience we came back and this place knocked it out of the park. Thank you for keeping your word and truly being an establishment that stands on the moral fabric we all love so much. Great place to go for food and drinks.“

“Great pours! Awesome burger! Fun games!“

“The BEST spot in Springfield! Everything I’ve ever had is amazing…Italian Farm or Local Goat salads, both chicken salads are favs. My husband loves the Reuben or the prime rib sandwich. Tim & the staff are wonderful, & it’s such a great atmosphere. Highly recommend!“

“Wonderful meals and service!“

“one of the best pizzas I have had since moving to Missouri, 20 years ago“

“Everyone and their dogs know about chick fil a, so I don’t even know why I’m writing this review. Obviously it’s the best place you could eat, the food is amazing, and the workers never forget to say “my pleasure” HIGHLY RECOMMEND GOING!!

Kid-friendliness: This might be the most kid friendly place ever. Although because of Covid the got rid of the play place, it is still amazing.“

“So many yummy sandwiches for cheap prices, definitely worth the hype!“

“We had my son’s graduation party here last May. We had 23 people and had great service and food! We ordered a variety of food, some sushi and some hibachi. Every order was perfect! I was impressed! We eat here often and the service is always great and the food is delicious!“

“I recently dined at Olive Garden and had a fantastic experience. Our server, Noe W., provided outstanding service—he was professional, polite, and attentive to every detail. He truly deserves a bonus for his excellent manners and dedication.

The food was great, especially the Chicken Alfredo, which was creamy, rich, and perfectly seasoned. The Seafood Alfredo was also a standout, with a generous portion of shrimp and scallops in a smooth, flavorful sauce. The Shrimp and Chicken Carbonara had the perfect balance of smoky bacon, tender chicken, and shrimp in a delicious, cheesy sauce. Every dish was fresh, hot, and well-prepared.

The only downside is the prices, which I personally find too high. However, I understand that inflation has affected everything. Hopefully, they’ll come down in the future.

I really hope that management sees this and rewards Noe W. with a raise or a special bonus. His service truly made the experience exceptional, and he deserves to be recognized for it.“

“We loved this place and it happened to work out really well for our family. Unfortunately they do not have an allergy friendly menu and they no longer honor the Sunday kid meal deal. They now offer a different deal on Tuesday and Saturday. It’s disappointing that the company doesn’t still do it, but the only issue we had was there was nothing that said it was no longer an option.“

“I was in Springfield and ordered a meal from the app. I accidentally ordered from the one inside the mall. They have a curbside pickup but I couldn't find it (it was freezing cold and snowing). I went in to get it and the lady that gave it to me took out the fries that had been sitting there and gave me fresh ones. It was my fault for taking so long and she was worried about the fries getting cold. She went above the great service that they normally do. Thank you so much!“

“Absolutely the best tea! Great soups, sandwiches, salads, and spuds! Salads and spuds are huge!“