The Inside Look: our restaurant reviewspick

Get the lowdown on local eats before you go

By Brett Jacques

Metromix
June 8, 2010

In the mood for something different for dinner tonight? Need a new lunch spot to try? Got a date this weekend and need some ideas? Metromix has you covered.

With the largest collection of restaruant listings in the Ozarks, we're constantly hitting up local staples to give you the inside look at the Ozarks' most buzz-worthy places to eat. So click through the reviews below and know before you go!

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No introduction necessary...

We dropped in on a long-time downtown favorite to see if it measures up to the hype

Welcome to Houlihan's...

Chain restaurant?... Yes. Southside standout, regardless?... Also yes.

Beef, shrimp and pork tacos...

One of the country's newest food trends hits Springfield, south-of-the-border style

"If you turn it into an Ebbets, they will come..."

The classic Springfield sports bar expands with a new south side location

"Welcome to the south side, Big Whiskey's!"

Big Whiskey's brings its blend of American classics to the south side

Say "Welcome Back" to Opehlia's!

An old Springfield favorite is reborn on Walnut Street

"That’s totally hot!": A look around...

A blaze of praise to one of downtown's most revered hot spots

Health-seeker, meet Toss Across...

100% fresh food has made its way to Springfield for a win

The final inning: my new baseball spot

Baseball season has arrived, and one of Springfield's classically-revered spots is perfect for it

Inside Look: Fire & Ice

Northside gem brings Springfield fine dining to the land of the franchise

Meet Wayo Sushi...

The newest Japanese restaurant in town is ready to wok and roll

Say "Hello" to Farmers Gastropub...

We meet The Moxie's new--and delicious--neighbor

So it begins: meet Patton Alley Pub

Take a look into a downtown Springfield classic--and favorite

The journey begins...

Springfield's newest restaurant puts the customer in the chef coat

Welcome to Minsky's

Springfield's newest pizza joint has its focus in the right place

Martini haven

One of Springfield's most intimate spots is the perfect place for any occasion -- and it's expanding

Welcome to Wing Shack

An inside look at Springfield's newest wing joint

The vibe, and a lesson in Hawaiian cuisine...

New Hawaiian spot is a Springfield one-of-a-kind

Inside Look: BamBu
Critic's Rating:
4 1/2

For seriously healthy--and delicious--Asian food, it's hard to beat this spot

Meet Boxcar Bar-B-Q

Springfield sauce sensation makes perfect barbecue; a lone napkin doesn't stand a chance

Inside Look: Thai Peppers
Critic's Rating:
4 1/2

Fresh and authentic, this should be on everyone's short list

Inside Look: DiGiacinto's
Critic's Rating:
5

Home-style Italian cooking is "molto bene"... or something

Inside Look: Bambino's Cafe
Critic's Rating:
3 1/2

Quaint neighborhood Italian spot is an affordable way to get your pasta fix

Inside Look: Big Momma's Coffee and Espresso Bar

They've got coffee. They've got panini. They've got carrot cake. They've got me.

Inside Look: Mille's Turn of the Century Cafe

"Urban Casual" downtown spot beckons more returns

Kalbi Style Steak

Simple concept meets big flavors at new Southside spot

Inside Look: Riad
Critic's Rating:
5

Springfield's haven for Mediterannean cuisine is a reliable bet

Front Door

French-Cajun cooking done upscale-casual

Lunch out: Izumi Hatake

Downtown sushi spot is a reliable bet for a tasty, affordable meal.

The Menu

Higher learning of the culinary kind, minus all the debt

Inside Look: Bruno's
Critic's Rating:
4 1/2

Rustic meets elegant at an authentic downtown staple

Inside Look: Brew Co.
Critic's Rating:
4 1/2

Brew Co. delivers with comfort food and frosty brews.

Inside look: South Avenue Pizza
Critic's Rating:
3 1/2

Pies and calzones mean business at this downtown spot

Los Portales
Critic's Rating:
3 1/2

Mexican eatery gets it right

Inside: Kai
Critic's Rating:
4

Japanese fusion finds its way downtown

Cocktails, anyone?

Eat richly at one of Springfield's most lavish restaurants without breaking the bank

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