Springfield · Sangamon County, IL

Food & Drink in Springfield

Scout analyzed 57 Springfield places and surfaced the ones that actually fit food & drink.

Places analyzed

57

Matches

22

Typical spend

$40

Typical visit

1.2 hr

Best neighborhoods for food & drink

Ranked by how many matching spots Scout found in each area.

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Café Moxo

Food & Drink

Café Moxo

Café Moxo is suitable for a casual breakfast or lunch outing, or a coffee stop. Expect to spend 45-90 minutes and $10-25 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$10–$25 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Saputo's

Downtown

Saputo's

Saputo's is a classic Italian spot for a dinner outing, offering pasta, pizza, and family-style meals. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$25–$50 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Long Nine Junction

Downtown

Long Nine Junction

Long Nine Junction is an American restaurant suitable for a casual meal. Expect to spend around an hour and $10-30 per person, making it a good stop for lunch or dinner.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$10–$30 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Custom Cup Coffee

Downtown

Custom Cup Coffee

This cafe is good for a quick stop to grab coffee and a light bite, perhaps before starting errands or a work session. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and around $5-$15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visitmoderate parking
Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill and Big Timber Bourbon Bar

Food & Drink

Westwoods Lodge Pub & Grill and Big Timber Bourbon Bar

This is a good spot for a casual meal of American comfort food in a relaxed, lodge-style setting. Expect to spend 1-1.5 hours and $15-35 per person for a main course and perhaps a drink, suitable for family or a simple outing.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$15–$35 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Joseph's Fine Cuisine

Food & Drink

Joseph's Fine Cuisine

Joseph's Fine Cuisine is an indoor restaurant suitable for a dedicated dinner outing. Expect a two-hour meal with a per-person cost around $70-150.

FoodCocktailsRomantic
$70–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Indigo Restaurant

Food & Drink

Indigo Restaurant

Indigo is a fine dining option suitable for special evenings or date nights, focusing on diverse culinary offerings. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $50-100 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Maldaner's Restaurant

Downtown

Maldaner's Restaurant

Maldaner's Restaurant is a classic fine dining spot, good for a special evening meal with adults. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and around $50-100 per person.

FoodHistoryRelaxed
$50–$100 typical1.3 hr visitmoderate parking
Guest House Coffee and Pastries

Food & Drink

Guest House Coffee and Pastries

This coffee shop is suitable for a quick stop for a drink and a pastry, taking about 30 minutes. Expect to spend $5-$15 per person for a casual refreshment.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Pease's at Bunn Gourmet

Food & Drink

Pease's at Bunn Gourmet

Pease's at Bunn Gourmet is a coffee shop good for a relaxed solo stop or a quick meet-up, ideal for a morning coffee and pastry. Expect to spend $8-20 per person for an outing of about 45 minutes.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$8–$20 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Hae's Bakery & Coffee Shoppe

Food & Drink

Hae's Bakery & Coffee Shoppe

This bakery and coffee shop is a good stop for a casual morning pastry and coffee, either solo or with family. Expect to spend 30-60 minutes and about $5-15 per person.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Bella Milano Springfield

Food & Drink

Bella Milano Springfield

This large Italian restaurant is suitable for a dinner out with family or for a date night, often pairing with an evening show or movie. Expect to spend 1.5 hours and $30-60 per person for a full meal.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$60 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Food & Drink

Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant

Cooper's Hawk is a good spot for a dinner out, offering American fare with wine pairings. Plan for a 90-minute visit and expect to spend $30-70 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$30–$70 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Mariah's Steakhouse & Pasta

Food & Drink

Mariah's Steakhouse & Pasta

This steakhouse offers American and Italian dishes, suitable for a sit-down dinner with family or for a date night. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-70 per person for a meal.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Chesapeake Seafood House

Food & Drink

Chesapeake Seafood House

This is a good spot for a sit-down dinner featuring seafood or steak, suitable for a date or a family meal. Expect to spend 1.5-2 hours and $30-$70 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Grab-A-Java

Iles Park

Grab-A-Java

Grab-A-Java is a casual coffee shop for a quick solo stop or a brief meeting. Expect to spend 30 minutes and $5-15 per person for a drink and a light bite.

FoodShoppingRelaxed
$5–$15 typical45 min visiteasy parking
Old Luxemburg Inn

Food & Drink

Old Luxemburg Inn

This is a good spot for a relaxed dinner focusing on classic American fare like steak or seafood, suitable for a date or a family meal. Expect a visit of about 1.5 hours and a cost of $30-70 per person.

FoodRelaxedSocial
$30–$70 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
The Spot 90’s Bar & Grill

Food & Drink

The Spot 90’s Bar & Grill

This is a casual bar and grill for a relaxed evening meal or drinks, likely with a 90s theme. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $15-$40 per person on food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsShopping
$15–$40 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking
Home Plate Bar & Grill

Food & Drink

Home Plate Bar & Grill

Home Plate Bar & Grill is a casual spot for a relaxed meal or to catch a game, making it good for family outings or a quick bite with friends. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $15-35 per person for food and drinks.

FoodCocktailsSports
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Boone's

Vinegar Hill

Boone's

Boone's offers a casual spot for burgers, beers, and breakfast, often with live music, making it suitable for a relaxed meal. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit of 1-2 hours.

FoodCocktailsLive music
$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visitmoderate parking
Sky Lounge

Food & Drink

Sky Lounge

This is a bar and grill suitable for an evening meal or drinks, potentially before or after another event. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $25-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed
$25–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking
Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum and Entertainment Complex

Food & Drink

Route 66 Motorheads Bar & Grill, Museum and Entertainment Complex

This is a good spot for a casual family meal combined with a museum visit focused on Route 66 and automotive history. Expect to spend a couple of hours exploring and dining, costing around $15-30 per person.

FoodHistoryShopping
$15–$30 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Worth the splurge

When the night needs to land.

What Scout found

  • 22 of the 57 analyzed Springfield places fit food & drink.
  • 0% of matches are outdoor or partly outdoor.
  • 73% have easy parking.
  • Dominant moods: Relaxed, Social, Quiet, Upscale, Romantic, Playful.

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