Let's talk restaurants.. (Springfield, Joplin, Carthage: land, parking, best)

[Curmudgeon]

Originally Posted by mrschilicook

LJ and I had breakfast at the new grill at the Payne Stewart Golf course in Branson Hills. It was GREAT! Probably one of the best omelets I've eaten in this area..puffy, well cooked, and full of bacon and cheese (my fav.). LJ had eggs benedict and raved about the sauce. They make it from scratch for every order!

Can't wait to try it for lunch.

The ambience is nice too...like most golf courses it overlooks the greens and the restaurant itself is very nicely done.

OK! You just hooked my wife. She LOVES eggs benedict and the sauce is what makes the dish.

We were just talking about restaurants in the general area last night since we'll be arriving there in two days.

Clearly you know your foods of all types. As we were eating chili rellenos for brunch from our favorite and very traditional Mexican restaurant we wondered about both Mexican and Japanese restaurants in your neck-o-the-woods.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

[8 SNAKE]

Originally Posted by mrschilicook

I'll do that, and your right..it does sound odd. But then lots of really good things sound odd don't they? Thanks for the tip.

Let me know what you think.

[mrschilicook]

Originally Posted by Curmudgeon

OK! You just hooked my wife. She LOVES eggs benedict and the sauce is what makes the dish.

We were just talking about restaurants in the general area last night since we'll be arriving there in two days.

Clearly you know your foods of all types. As we were eating chili rellenos for brunch from our favorite and very traditional Mexican restaurant we wondered about both Mexican and Japanese restaurants in your neck-o-the-woods.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Mmmmm some of my fav's include green chili's...I"m a Santa Fe foodie fan..

As far as Mexican food (take this as an insult CD'rs)...I haven't found any mexican food places that will even get a passing grade in my bood. The Hacienda in old Hollister is passable as is some of the items at Tequila's in West Branson...but I would still be giving them a C-. Mexican cuisine, as far as my palate, is better left to cooking at home or going on vacation.

Japanese...there are a several places in Springfield that are good..especially for their rolls. Haruno, Kai, and others have excellent food. In Branson I like Wasabi for their Japanese food..including Bento Boxes. I know that there are a few more but haven't tried them.

Ethnic food of all sorts is around, but only a few haven't "localized" the flavors. Bamboo for Vietamese (especially their summer rolls), 5 Spice for Chinese are two of my favorites. Also like Thai Thai in Branson off Commercial..you have to ask for heat though..I like 5 (hottest).

Good luck...when are you going to be out? Maybe the coffee club would like to meet up with you. They are always good for info..

[StormiEssence]

Originally Posted by conando

I can't believe no one has mentioned some of my favorite places, such as Gailey's Breakfast Cafe, Bambino's Italian Cafe, Patton Alley Pub, Ebbet's Field, Cheezies, and Maria's Mexican Restaurant.

Also, if you haven't already, check out Whisler's Burgers downtown, on McDaniel around the corner from Finnegan's Wake. They are open Thursday-Sunday until 2am (for the drunks) and serve some of the BEST little burgers you'll have.

I like Toaster's Breakfast Cafe, Bambino's and Maria's.

I have thought about trying Whistlers. I wonder if Whistlers is owned by the same folks that own the Whistlers in Carthage/Joplin area. I remember my mama taking me and my sis when we was younger to a Whistlers in that area. Hmmmm.....

[StormiEssence]

Originally Posted by Curmudgeon

OK! You just hooked my wife. She LOVES eggs benedict and the sauce is what makes the dish.

We were just talking about restaurants in the general area last night since we'll be arriving there in two days.

Clearly you know your foods of all types. As we were eating chili rellenos for brunch from our favorite and very traditional Mexican restaurant we wondered about both Mexican and Japanese restaurants in your neck-o-the-woods.

Any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Japanese - Little Tokyo on north side of Springfield and Nakato's on south side of Springfield.

Mexican - Costa Mesa on north side of Springfield or Maria's in downtown Springfield.

[StormiEssence]

Restaurants we love: Houlihan's, Logan's Roadhouse, Cracker Barrel, Colton's, Lonestar....Neighborhood Pizza Co, Ben's Carriage House, Ott's Pasta (carry-out only), Bambino's, Lamberts, and Mexican Villa.

Restaurants we would like to try - any comments?:
Doe's Eat Place, Whistlers, Kai, and ANY BRANSON restaurants *LOL*.

I have tried many of Springfield restaurants...now if only I can convince my boyfriend that we can venture down to Branson and try some of their local/national restaurants that we do not have in Springfield. Any recommendations on great Branson restaurants?

[MoonStarCyn]

Originally Posted by mrsgenealogy

Hey, MrsC! Big Easy's sounds good! What did you have?

We went to Dick Clark's restaurant in Branson a couple of weeks ago. It...well...let me just say we don't plan to go back.
Definitely nothing to write home about...but not bad enough to report it to the manager or anything.

We've eaten at Dick Clark's in Branson numerous times and though it's a bit pricey, we really liked it!

[firebll31]

Originally Posted by StormiEssence

I like Toaster's Breakfast Cafe, Bambino's and Maria's.

I have thought about trying Whistlers. I wonder if Whistlers is owned by the same folks that own the Whistlers in Carthage/Joplin area. I remember my mama taking me and my sis when we was younger to a Whistlers in that area. Hmmmm.....

I live in Carthage-the Whisler's here is very much alive and kicking. Still no indoor seating, just picnic tables outside. The double pig-and-bull is my favorite! The phone rings off the hook constantly with call-in orders while the tiny lobby is full of people standing around waiting for those yummy burgers.
I have heard that the one in Springfield is an offshoot, owned by the son of the founder of Babe's in Joplin. That could be just a rumor, however.

[mrschilicook]

Has anyone tried the Buckinghams across from BassPro lately? I used to love their BBQ, but the last two times I've gone there the food was barely passable. My brother had smoked turkey that tasted "off" and my bbq stuffed potato literally thrown on the plate in pieces with coleslaw on top and 2-3 bites of brisket. NOTHING like it used to be nor is it up to par with the one in Nixa. It was also being run by what looked to be a whole new crew of perhaps immigrants...did they change owners or managers? Or did I just pick a couple of bad days?

[Darlynn0217]

My favorite in Branson is Shoguns/Tsunami's. LOVE their sushi!!!