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Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois

1. Fat Moe's

2345 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
Hot Dog Joint · 3 tips and reviews

Tim H.Tim Hooker: Get the Italian Combo sandwich. Amazing!

2. Cook's Spice Rack & Chili

7.8
910 North Grand Ave, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Sonia S.Sonia Shawgo: Best chili in town!!

3. Joe Roger's Original Recipe Chili Parlor

820 S 9th St, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Troy R.Troy Roark: You didn't visit Springfield if you don't get "a small bowl of Touch". Just say that and experience Chili Heaven. Oh, and bring cash! No Credit/Debit cards. Read more.

4. Hunan Chinese Restaurant

7.6
1333 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Chinese Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Sarah M.Sarah Mackey: You should opt for the all you can eat sushi - order all the sushi you want, just eat all you order (or pay for leftover sushi). Go for lunch and get chinese buffet for free with all you can eat sush

5. Osaka Japanese Restaurant

7.7
1665 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Japanese Restaurant · 28 tips and reviews

Sarah M.Sarah Moore: We were there for 3hrs tonight.... not because of waiting, but because the food and atmosphere was so great, we didn't want to leave!

6. Charlie Parker's Diner

8.5
700 North St (btwn Highland Ave & Stanford Ave), Springfield, IL
Diner · 44 tips and reviews

Bryce W.Bryce Warner: Great pancakes! They are kind of famous for it. They were on food network! Like many great local Springfield hot spots!

7. Luca Pizza

7.4
2937 W Iles Ave (btw W White Oaks Dr & S Veterans Pkwy), Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · 14 tips and reviews

casey c.casey crayne: Two cheese and a soda is only about five bucks, awesome.

8. D'Arcy's Pint

8.3
661 W Stanford Ave (btwn 4th St & North St), Springfield, IL
Irish Pub · 90 tips and reviews

Troy R.Troy Roark: You MUST order a Horseshoe! My suggestion: Buffalo Chicken Ponyshoe. "If you ever get the chance, I highly recommend it. It is sooo choice." -F. Buhler

9. The Corner Pub & Grill

7.4
3332 W Iles Ave (at Koke Mill), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 25 tips and reviews

Tim H.Tim Hooker: For any horseshoe fans out there, they have horseshoe pizza to try! I don't want to give up too many details, you will just have to see it for yourself.

Ritz's Lil' Fryer is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

10. Ritz's Lil' Fryer

7.9
2148 North Grand Ave E, Springfield, IL
Diner · 5 tips and reviews

Abby W.Abby Wassell: Horseshoe hangover magic!

11. Cozy Dog Drive In

8.2
2935 S 6th St (btwn Linton Ave & Apple Orchard Rd), Springfield, IL
Hot Dog Joint · 25 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Try the namesake offering; the cozy dog! As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.

12. Head West Sub Stop

8.0
3311 Robbins Rd, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · 13 tips and reviews

Garret W.Garret Wassell: Try the turkey bacon ranch sub on sweet bread. You won't be disappointed.

13. La Fiesta

7.5
2830 Adlai Stevenson Dr, Springfield, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 18 tips and reviews

Tim H.Tim Hooker: Everything is good here. Bit of saltiness on everything, bit it enhanced the richness of the food. Go crazy, you won't regret it.

Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

14. Starbucks

7.1
2003 W. Monroe, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 12 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

15. Starbucks

7.9
745 Stevenson Drive, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 18 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

16. Starbucks

7.4
3412 Freedom Dr, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 26 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

17. Starbucks

7.7
3200 E. Clear Lake, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 25 tips and reviews
Baskin-Robbins is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

18. Baskin-Robbins

7.1
1925 W. Monroe St Fairhills Mall, Springfield, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · No tips or reviews

19. Cozy Dog Drive In

8.2
2935 S 6th St (btwn Linton Ave & Apple Orchard Rd), Springfield, IL
Hot Dog Joint · 25 tips and reviews

April W.April Whitaker: I make better 'cozy' corn dogs and chili at home. Great for tourists but not great food. At least fries are homemade.

20. Golden Corral

7.3
1038 Lejune Dr (6th Street), Springfield, IL
Buffet · 9 tips and reviews

April W.April Whitaker: Long long lines during typical dinner times are to be expected but they handle it wonderfully so you get thru quickly. Food is great. If it is low or looks icky, ask to have it changed. They r A±.

21. Star 66 Cafe

8.3
3752 Camp Butler Rd (at Colt Rd), Springfield, IL
Diner · 17 tips and reviews

April W.April Whitaker: Some of the best homemade soup ever! Made fresh every day. My fav is chicken n dumplin Wednesdays. Yum yum! If you get the soup to go, it is a better bargain!

22. Mel-O-Cream Donuts & Sandwiches

7.4
1953 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Holly D.Holly Dahlquist: 6 mile family run with a quick stop for a doughnut (for Caroline).

23. Head West Sub Stop

8.6
1124 W Jefferson St (at Illinois St), Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · 14 tips and reviews

Nathan F.Nathan Franklin: Their hummus sandwich is amazing! BTW... if you order it on the rye bread, it's vegan! XD

24. Arby's

1951 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews
China Wok is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

25. China Wok

7.6
1955 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
Chinese Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews
Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

26. Starbucks

7.1
2003 W. Monroe, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 12 tips and reviews
KFC is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

27. KFC

6.0
1850 W Jefferson St (at Bruns Ln), Springfield, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · 3 tips and reviews
Alexander's Steakhouse is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

28. Alexander's Steakhouse

8.3
620 N Bruns Ln (at Jefferson St), Springfield, IL
Steakhouse · 6 tips and reviews
Frankie's 49er is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

29. Frankie's 49er

518 N Bruns Ln, Springfield, IL
Bar · 4 tips and reviews
Monty's Submarines is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

30. Monty's Submarines

7.7
725 Bruns Ln, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · 8 tips and reviews
Hardee's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

31. Hardee's

5.7
600 W Jefferson St (Walnut St), Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · Vinegar Hill · 4 tips and reviews
McDonald's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

32. McDonald's

5.0
522 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · Vinegar Hill · 7 tips and reviews
Magic Kitchen is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

33. Magic Kitchen

8.1
115 N Lewis St, Springfield, IL
Thai Restaurant · Vinegar Hill · 9 tips and reviews
Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

34. Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill

7.5
2406 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL
Pub · 25 tips and reviews
Porter & Hazel's Deli is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

35. Porter & Hazel's Deli

106 W Jefferson St (1st), Springfield, IL
Deli · Vinegar Hill · 9 tips and reviews
MMC Cafe is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

36. MMC Cafe

747 N Rutledge St, Springfield, IL
Café · 1 tip

37. D & J Cafe

7.6
915 W Laurel St (at State St.), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Bryce W.Bryce Warner: Great food, cheap prices and super fast service. Bring cash! They don't accept cards, unless you want raped by the ATM with fees that is by the register at the door!

38. Ross Isaac

1710 S MacArthur Blvd (at Laurel Ave.), Springfield, IL
New American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Sean K.Sean Keeley: Mid summer and the menu has all kinds of local foods and flavors. Come enjoy on the new patio.

39. Sunsup Koffee Kafe

1001 N 1st St (at Calhoun), Springfield, IL
Café · 3 tips and reviews
Cafe Moxo is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

40. Cafe Moxo

8.8
411 E Adams St, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Springfield · 30 tips and reviews
The Alamo is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

41. The Alamo

6.5
115 N 5th St (Jefferson), Springfield, IL
Sports Bar · Downtown Springfield · 16 tips and reviews
Joe Gallina's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

42. Joe Gallina's

7.7
432 E Monroe St (btw 4th & 5th St.), Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · Downtown Springfield · 14 tips and reviews
Brickhouse Grill & Pub is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

43. Brickhouse Grill & Pub

217 S 5th St (btwn Adams & Monroe), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · Downtown Springfield · 20 tips and reviews

44. Augie's Front Burner

8.1
109 N 5th St, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · Downtown Springfield · 9 tips and reviews

Llolanda S.Llolanda Stark: Like seabass? This place does it up great! Nice and cozy great place to eat.

45. Subway

6.4
1827 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · 1 tip
Joe's Italian Pizza is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

46. Joe's Italian Pizza

5.6
1225 W Jefferson (Amos), Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · 3 tips and reviews
Maid-Rite is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

47. Maid-Rite

7.4
118 N Pasfield St (Pasfield), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · Vinegar Hill · 3 tips and reviews
Top Cats is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

48. Top Cats

1822 Adlai Stevenson Dr (Laketown Shopping Center), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews
Abe's South Side Cafe & Pub is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

49. Abe's South Side Cafe & Pub

3751 6th Street Hwy W, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 4 tips and reviews
Denny's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

50. Denny's

2599 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Diner · 19 tips and reviews
Amber Jack Alehouse is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

51. Amber Jack Alehouse

3150 Chatham Rd, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews
Road Ranger is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

52. Road Ranger

5.3
Springfield, IL
Fuel Station · 9 tips and reviews
Chipotle Mexican Grill is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

53. Chipotle Mexican Grill

8.1
2579 Wabash Ave (Wabash & Veteran's Parkway), Springfield, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 23 tips and reviews
Vito's Italian Pizzeria is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

54. Vito's Italian Pizzeria

414 N Main Plz, Chatham, IL
Pizzeria · 1 tip
The Golden Frog is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

55. The Golden Frog

3 North Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · Downtown Springfield · 3 tips and reviews
Papa John's Pizza is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

56. Papa John's Pizza

6.3
121 E North Grand Ave, Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · 2 tips and reviews
Cold Stone Creamery is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

57. Cold Stone Creamery

8.1
124 S 6th St, Springfield, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · Downtown Springfield · 9 tips and reviews

58. Cafe Andiamo

204 S 6th St (Adams St.), Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · Downtown Springfield · 19 tips and reviews

Bryce W.Bryce Warner: A downtown spot def worth checking out.

Jimmy John's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

59. Jimmy John's

6.9
219 S 6th St, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · Downtown Springfield · 1 tip
Brewhaus is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

60. Brewhaus

7.0
617 E Washington St, Springfield, IL
Dive Bar · Downtown Springfield · 26 tips and reviews

61. Mekong Cafe

7.4
1308 S 2nd St (at South Grand), Springfield, IL
Vietnamese Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Sean K.Sean Keeley: Great noodles!

Dunkin Donuts is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

62. Dunkin Donuts

301 N 8th St Sodexo, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · Downtown Springfield · 5 tips and reviews

63. Hawaiian BBQ

6.5
2355 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
BBQ Joint · 12 tips and reviews

Tomi K.Tomi Kimble: Best steak salad in town!

Starbucks is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

64. Starbucks

700 E Adams St (Hilton Springfield), Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · Downtown Springfield · 3 tips and reviews
Saputo's Italian Restaurant is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

65. Saputo's Italian Restaurant

7.9
801 E Monroe St (at 8th St), Springfield, IL
Italian Restaurant · Downtown Springfield · 28 tips and reviews

66. Incredibly Delicious

8.3
925 S 7th St (at Clay St), Springfield, IL
Bakery · 10 tips and reviews

Molly M.Molly M M: Cherry almond tart. is. DEADLY.

Sangamo Club is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

67. Sangamo Club

227 E Adams St, Springfield, IL
Event Space · Downtown Springfield · No tips or reviews

68. Starbucks

7.1
2003 W. Monroe, Springfield, IL
Coffee Shop · 12 tips and reviews

Ms. B.Ms. Bucks: What genius created the layout for the parking lot?

Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

69. Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet

7.0
2309 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL
Japanese Restaurant · 32 tips and reviews
A&W Restaurant is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

70. A&W Restaurant

6.7
1030 Clock Tower Dr. (at Monroe St), Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews
Subway is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

71. Subway

6.5
1601 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · No tips or reviews
Hardee's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

72. Hardee's

5.9
1700 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · 3 tips and reviews
Show-Me's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

73. Show-Me's

5.9
3101 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL
Wings Joint · 7 tips and reviews
State Fair Carnival Midway is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

74. State Fair Carnival Midway

Illinois
Amusement Park · No tips or reviews
Taco Gringo is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

75. Taco Gringo

7.0
975 Clock Tower Dr, Springfield, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews
Lime Street Cafe is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

76. Lime Street Cafe

7.3
951 S Durkin Dr, Springfield, IL
Cocktail Bar · 3 tips and reviews
Subway is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

77. Subway

6.2
2359 W Monroe St, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · No tips or reviews
Jamba Juice St. John's Hospital is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

78. Jamba Juice St. John's Hospital

800 E. Carpenter St., Springfield, IL
Juice Bar · Downtown Springfield · 1 tip
Domino's Pizza is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

79. Domino's Pizza

6.7
544 W Jefferson St, Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · Vinegar Hill · 3 tips and reviews
Joe Roger's Original Recipe Chili Parlor is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

80. Joe Roger's Original Recipe Chili Parlor

820 S 9th St, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Take on the Firebrand Chili Challenge at this Springfield eatery. As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.

Homestyle Cafe is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

81. Homestyle Cafe

1144 N 9th St, Springfield, IL
Breakfast Spot · 3 tips and reviews
2 Wingz is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

82. 2 Wingz

848 South Grand Ave E (at 9th St), Springfield, IL
Seafood Restaurant · 1 tip
McDonald's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

83. McDonald's

5.1
901 N Grand (at N 9th St), Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews
KFC is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

84. KFC

6.0
3150 S 6th St, Springfield, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · 1 tip
KFC is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

85. KFC

6.7
1111 N 9th St, Springfield, IL
Fried Chicken Joint · 1 tip

86. 3rd Base

Woodside, IL
Home (private) · No tips or reviews
Jungle Jim's Cafe is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

87. Jungle Jim's Cafe

6.9
1923 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL
Diner · 6 tips and reviews
Vic's Pizza is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

88. Vic's Pizza

2025 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL
Pizzeria · 3 tips and reviews

89. D'Arcy's Pint

8.3
661 W Stanford Ave (btwn 4th St & North St), Springfield, IL
Irish Pub · 90 tips and reviews

Travel ChannelTravel Channel: Adam tried a staple of Springfield, called the “horseshoe.” As seen on Travel Channel’s Man v. Food Nation.

Dairy Queen is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

90. Dairy Queen

7.7
1663 E North Grand Ave (at 19th St.), Springfield, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · 4 tips and reviews

91. Hunan Chinese Restaurant

7.6
1333 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Chinese Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews

Sean K.Sean Keeley: Great sushi!

92. Gabatoni's Restaurant

8.2
300 E Laurel St (btwn 4th St & 2nd St), Springfield, IL
Italian Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Karen C.Karen Conn: EBA all the way!!!

Taco Gringo is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

93. Taco Gringo

7.4
1851 E North Grand Ave, Springfield, IL
Mexican Restaurant · 6 tips and reviews
Steak 'n Shake is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

94. Steak 'n Shake

8.2
1580 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 16 tips and reviews
Dairy Queen is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

95. Dairy Queen

7.7
1742 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Ice Cream Parlor · 7 tips and reviews
Texas Roadhouse is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

96. Texas Roadhouse

8.2
2540 W Iles Ave (at Veterans Pkwy.), Springfield, IL
Steakhouse · 25 tips and reviews
Fulgenzi's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

97. Fulgenzi's

1168 E Sangamon Ave, Springfield, IL
Italian Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

Annette F.Annette Fulgenzi: Great burgers, pizza and chili! Right across from the IL State Fairgrounds. Best thin crust around!

Charlie's Grilled Subs is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

98. Charlie's Grilled Subs

2501 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Sandwich Spot · 2 tips and reviews
The Stadium is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

99. The Stadium

2300 N Peoria Rd, Springfield, IL
Sports Bar · 2 tips and reviews

100. Hickory River Smokehouse

2917 W Iles Ave (btw West White Oaks Dr & Veterans Pkwy), Springfield, IL
BBQ Joint · 6 tips and reviews

Dave C.Dave Carter: The pulled pork was incredible, good sides, and huge portions. Definitely recommend this place.

Chili's Grill & Bar is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

101. Chili's Grill & Bar

8.0
2891 S Veterans Pkwy, Springfield, IL
Tex-Mex Restaurant · 31 tips and reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

102. LongHorn Steakhouse

7.9
2451 Wabash Ave, Springfield, IL
Steakhouse · 11 tips and reviews
The Fairview Restaurant is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

103. The Fairview Restaurant

2141 N. 16th St, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · No tips or reviews
American Harvest Eatery is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

104. American Harvest Eatery

7.6
3241 W Iles Ave (at Koke Mill Rd), Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · 19 tips and reviews

105. Panda Express

7.2
2585 Wabash Ave (at Veterans Pkwy), Springfield, IL
Chinese Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Kristen M.Kristen Mohr: If you see anything interesting, but aren't sure if you'll like it, ask for a sample. The workers are expecting this!

106. Panda Express

7.2
2585 Wabash Ave (at Veterans Pkwy), Springfield, IL
Chinese Restaurant · 9 tips and reviews

Emily E.Emily Eckhoff: try the orange chicken, it's so incredibly good!

Holy Land Diner is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

107. Holy Land Diner

107 W Cook St, Springfield, IL
Mediterranean Restaurant · Vinegar Hill · No tips or reviews
McDonald's is one of Places to Eat in Springfield, Illinois.

108. McDonald's

6.1
501 South Grand Ave E, Springfield, IL
Fast Food Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

109. Joe's Chili Bowl

2401 S MacArthur Blvd, Springfield, IL
Comfort Food Restaurant · 1 tip

MiriamMiriam: Chili is amazing! Also try their chili dogs. So good.

110. Willy P's Tap & Grill

217 S 5th St, Springfield, IL
American Restaurant · Downtown Springfield · 1 tip

Jake B.Jake Bedgood: Large portions at good prices. Come hungry!

111. Office Sports Bar & Grill

7.8
1919 W Iles Ave (Chatham Road), Springfield, IL
Sports Bar · 7 tips and reviews

Jeremy E.Jeremy Embalabala: The beef kabobs are incredible and well priced!