5 Best American Restaurants in Downtown, Springfield MO
Updated 11 October 2026 · 6 restaurants in Downtown, Springfield MO considered · Ranked from Google ratings
This list covers American restaurants in downtown Springfield, Missouri, ranked by Google rating with weighting for review volume. Six qualifying businesses were considered. The guide suits people who want a classic, broad menu of burgers, sandwiches, salads and comfort dishes without choosing a specific cuisine. Each entry shows the address, hours, rating and accessibility details from Google, followed by points reviewers repeat most often, such as service speed, portion size and atmosphere. Hours and service can change, so check before visiting.
#1
Lindberg's Tavern
★ 4.6 (1,559 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Lindberg's Tavern at 318 W Commercial St has a 4.6 rating from 1,559 Google reviews. It is closed Mondays, open until 1 am on most nights, and opens at noon on Sundays. Reviewers mention the smash burger, fried green tomatoes, fried mushrooms and a poutine they found perfect. The liquor selection and cocktails draw praise, and many note that service slows when the room is busy or has live music. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Smash burgers and tavern food
- Address
- 318 W Commercial St, Springfield, MO 65803, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–1 am; Sun 12 pm–12 am; Thu 11 am–1 am; Tue 11 am–1 am; Wed 11 am–1 am
#2
Druff's
★ 4.6 (680 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Druff's is at 331 Park Central E, Suite 101, and has a 4.6 rating from 680 Google reviews. It is closed Mondays, opens at 8 am, and closes at 4 pm on weekdays and at 3 pm on weekends. Reviewers praise the grilled cheese, the Parmesan chicken sandwich and a breakfast sandwich with hash browns. One reviewer said staff checked every ingredient for a dairy allergy. The dining room is small, so reviewers say it fits one larger group at most. Google lists full wheelchair access.
Best for: Breakfast sandwiches and grilled cheese
- Address
- 331 Park Central E #101, Springfield, MO 65806, United States
- Hours
- Fri 8 am–4 pm; Mon Closed; Sat 8 am–3 pm; Sun 8 am–3 pm; Thu 8 am–4 pm; Tue 8 am–4 pm; Wed 8 am–4 pm
#3
The Table Restaurant
★ 4.6 (677 Google reviews)American restaurant
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The Table Restaurant at 610 N Prospect Ave has a 4.6 rating from 677 Google reviews. It is closed Sundays and open from 9 am to 9 pm on other days. Reviewers describe a striking interior with several seating areas, from quiet and intimate to lively. Ordering works differently here: guests wait in line and order at a counter, with no table servers and no reservations. Reviewers also mention specialty cocktails and a wide range of food. Google lists full wheelchair access.
Best for: Varied menu and specialty cocktails
- Address
- 610 N Prospect Ave, Springfield, MO 65802, United States
- Hours
- Fri 9 am–9 pm; Mon 9 am–9 pm; Sat 9 am–9 pm; Sun Closed; Thu 9 am–9 pm; Tue 9 am–9 pm; Wed 9 am–9 pm
#4
Civil Kitchen
★ 4.4 (2,060 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Civil Kitchen at 107 Park Central Square has a 4.4 rating from 2,060 Google reviews. It is closed Mondays, open until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays, and closes at 9 pm on other days. Reviewers mention fish tacos with a sweet and savory sauce, pork tacos, the Civil Burger, chicken tenders and a cheesy onion appetizer. Several describe large portions and a relaxed feel. The patio gets praise for its view over downtown. Google lists wheelchair-accessible entrance, seating and toilet, but no car park.
Best for: Fish tacos and patio seating
- Address
- 107 Park Central Square, Springfield, MO 65806, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–12 am; Mon Closed; Sat 11 am–12 am; Sun 11 am–9 pm; Thu 11 am–9 pm; Tue 11 am–9 pm; Wed 11 am–9 pm
#5
Big Whiskey's - Downtown
★ 4.2 (1,339 Google reviews)American restaurant
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Big Whiskey's - Downtown at 311 Park Central E has a 4.2 rating from 1,339 Google reviews. It is open daily, with late hours on Thursdays through Saturdays until 1 am. Reviewers mention wings, a queso chicken wrap, the Strawberry Hill salad and calamari. Several report long waits for food and orders that arrived smaller than expected, while others praise a kitchen that checked on a meal. Google lists wheelchair-accessible parking, entrance, seating and toilet.
Best for: Wings and salads, with patience
- Address
- 311 Park Central E, Springfield, MO 65806, United States
- Hours
- Fri 11 am–1 am; Mon 11 am–11 pm; Sat 10:30 am–1 am; Sun 10:30 am–12 am; Thu 11 am–1 am; Tue 11 am–11 pm; Wed 11 am–11 pm
How we made this list
We looked at 6 restaurants in Downtown, Springfield MO with a Google rating of 4.0 or higher and at least 20 reviews, then Google category “American restaurant”, ranked by weighted rating. A rating from thousands of reviews counts for more than the same rating from a handful, so a new place with a few perfect scores does not jump the queue. Ratings and hours are from public Google listings on 11 October 2026 and can change. Nobody paid to be on this list.
Tips before you go
- For an early start, Druff's opens at 8 am.
- Hours and prices come from Google listings and change, so check the listing before a long trip.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the highest-rated restaurant on this list?
Lindberg's Tavern ranks first, with a Google rating of 4.6 from 1,559 reviews. Druff's is second at 4.6 from 680 reviews.
Which restaurants in Downtown, Springfield MO are open late?
Lindberg's Tavern stays open until 1 am; Civil Kitchen stays open until 12 am; Big Whiskey's - Downtown stays open until 1 am.
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