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lincoln3x7 t1_iqxn3oh wrote

90 percent of Springfields eateries are chains or junk... whats left is a toss up of pricey spots or local favorites, and those come down to opinion on if you like that place or style or not. Ive seen Skullys mentioned a few times in here and Cafe Cusco... and I know plenty of people that like those, Im not a fan... but they are worth a try to see what you think. Caesar's Old Mexico is one my favorites... (but SHHHH a secret... I also like Mexican Villa about once a year because I grew up here and like a few things they make and I know its not real Mexican), the Dug Outs twilight burger and fries are a great dive bar indulgence, Bambu's pho broth is on the top of my list... not as sweet as some of the other places broth and the interior is just ok. Caspers, Georges, Taylors... something I love at all these old school joints. I couldn't stay away from the Wheelhouse for a while... love it, really miss the breakfast burritos from their food truck on St. Louis. Im going to miss having the Neighbors Mill on Sunshine. I don't agree with half the burger or pizza opinions on here... so I wont go there. Just remember that old school Springfield people know that Mexican Villa isn't real Mexican and cashew chicken isn't real Chinese... we like them for a different reason and both have a cool history and place here.

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WorldFoods t1_iqyy3w2 wrote

I disagree that 90% are chains and junk. We have a pretty great food scene for this sized town.

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lincoln3x7 t1_iqz2rpb wrote

90 might have been generous…. McDonalds, cheddars, Applebees, subway, meh meh meh. Chains account for at least 8 out of ten In this town…. How many Chinese places do we have that are just ok? How many cheap taco night Mexican places? We are bloated with mediocre crap here. Maria’s downtown just closed, chameleons brick front looks closed, how many dominoes are there compared to 3 or 4 decent pizza places? We have too many crap places and not nearly enough good local ones. Edit: was salty last night, have a better one and enjoy springtowns offerings. Cheers

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