Submitted by Sponge_of_the_Hog t3_zcoxbe in springfieldMO
hey guys, so me and a few friends are doing a Burger Quest to find the best burger in Springfield, we normally stop at Bairs (which is our usual hang out spot) but we want to expand our burger tastes.
We have already done Ebbets Field we gave it a 21/25 on our rating scale. 5 categories based out of 5.
Black Sheep 23/25
Cedars 20/25
still looking for the best burger, any other suggestions
The Full Ride Burger at J.O.B. Public House. Used to be served at Grad School but the pandemic shut it down because it was such close quarters.
It’s the best SGF burger and it’s not really close. Soft-serve sharp white cheddar. It’s a religious experience.
I'd have to second Galloway. If you're committed on trying all of them I am interested in your opinions after everything is said and done.
i remember grad school, they had some good spicy foods there.
I haven't tried them myself, but I've heard that Lindberg's has good burgers.
I'll second the Full Ride at JOB, props to Farmer's Gastropub for having quality burgers. I think Black Sheep was novel at a point but it's all flash no substance and they build up instead of out which honestly just makes them a chore to eat.
Inquiring minds want to know: what is your rating system?
If this would have been asked a few months ago, I would have said Black Sheep would be one of the better in town. My last two trips there the patties have been so undercooked that they fell apart when picking up the sandwich. I won't be going back again, which stinks because their fries are awesome.
Yeah Black Sheep went WAY downhill.
Did something happen?
Well said. Couldn’t agree more
Quality of their food is just way down imo. They’re more focused on churning out food than providing a top quality product. I mean I get it, they’re super busy constantly. It’s just not the same as it was in the beginning.
Agreed. In the early days they were the best. Now it's just the Metro Grill of burgers.
W.F. Cody’s on Sunshine
I love Lindberg’s burgers—so good and such a cool vibe there
Freddie is more like a good greasy burger
Yeah, Lindberghs is my suggestion. I doubt it will be top dog, but it's definitely a contender and a solid one.
W.F. Cody’s is the best burger I’ve had in Springfield
Not Springfield - but RepMO Burger in Republic is delicious!
Was here to recommend Grad School, but wasn't sure they survived covid. What a shame.
Bairs is hit and miss...but when they hit....it's a VERY good burger. Would also recommend WF Cody's on sunshine.
Taste of Patty: How good is the meat itself
Bun: how is the buns of the burger, does it break, does it hold up
Construction: how the burger is set up, is it too big, does it go overboard with condiments
Sides: how are the fries or any other appitizers we get with it
Greasiness: How greasy is the burger, a 5 is not super greasy a 1 is wet to the touch
Galloway Grill veggie burger!!
thats a chain
They kinda still exist. J.O.B. absorbed them since they are owned by the same people. The menu has stuff from both restaurants. The full ride is still just as good as when it was at Grad School
Full Ride with a little sriracha is amazing!
Very solid.
I believe the guys at SpringfoodMO said that the burgers at College Street Cafe were the best in town. Put them on your list to try
Glad they are still around. Fantastic burgers in the 90s.
Houlihan's
Casper's is my go to
I like Red’s. I didn’t like them at first, but I almost felt like they improved.
Don’t forget to try College Street Cafe, Galloway Station, Billiards, Taylor’s.
Who has the best fries in town to accompany a good burger? Was wanting a burger when I woke up, but wanted elite fries too.
The Order at Hotel V has Wagyu sliders- amazing!!
I’ve had my own quest as well, so far my vote for best in SGF is the Diablo at Lindberg’s.
Owners of the property wanted a parking lot more.
Well of course. The Vue's parking garage has been flooding from its poor construction ever since it was built.
Agree here. I just had that burger Saturday
Go to getting basted near the mall they use a waygu grind beef and there food is amazing
I’m glad you posted this. We moved away for almost 5 years, and Grad School was one of our favorites prior to moving. Knowing that I can still get the Full Ride just made me significantly happier that we moved back home!
With all the burger connoisseurs in this thread alone, we could start a burger group to help make Springfield stand out for something other than churches and Chinese restaurants (full disclosure: I do love Chinese food).
This x100
…I’ll ask. Why does everyone on this sub hate Black Sheep? Is it just because it’s the most popular local burger? Did the owner kick a baby?
I’ll agree is overhyped but I don’t think it’s that bad.
Yes an excellent burger
Wish Black Sheep still had the Jamaican Me Crazy. I would sell my soul to just have one bite of that burger again.
Came here to say this!
I didn't have a burger so I cant comment on that but the fries at ebbets field were really good!
Combination of the owner being a massive prick and them just never being that good to begin with, imo. When they opened Springfield was starved for a decent burger, so they seemed better than they really were. Now other places do it much better. Nothing has really changed, which is part of the problem.
Lindberg's. I can take or leave their burgers, I'm not a huge "go out for burgers" guy so that's not as important, but their fries are divine, especially with their house ketchup.
The Order has the only burger in Sgf that meets my definition of “good.” A good burger starts with good beef, and almost no one in Sgf pays attention to the quality of the beef.
Try the Dubliner at Lindbergh’s.
Trail burger at Galloway is super good, just a better quality then most.
Lindbergh’s on C-Street. Oldest tavern in Springfield and everything is cooked in duck fat. Ya, duck fat! Check it. You’ll dig it.
Hardee's is located on Battlefield and Kansas Exp. Very close.
So true!!
My vote would be Billards, Taylors or Caspers. Especially Caspers, those chili cheese fries are god-tier.
This is really the only answer
80's, too.
Sides? Why? That’s part of the meal, not the burger itself
they did say this
I wouldn't say "best," but for completion, you might check our Springfield Brew Co. They used to have one of my favorite burgers in town, though probably not the absolute best. The only thing is they've changed their menu several times, so I don't know if they still have good burgers on there.
I know this doesn't help now but because I want to reminisce, IMO the best Burger in town WAS Mo' Beef.
They sadly shut down, I believe during the pandemic. But by far the best bang for your buck burger & fries in town when they were around.
Lindberghs!! I moved away from SGF this year and it was one of those meals I just had to have one last time
Galloway Grill deserves to be on this list as well.
Billiards
black sheep is my all time fave ❤️❤️
Part of a burger is the experience of eating the whole meal imo.
The OP asked the question of the best burger, most would assume just the burger. Not the atmosphere and sides.
Question - why is it the best burger places in town are all closed on Mondays?? I really wanted a burger then came across this post. Started to get excited but as I looked up every other place they were all closed today 😂
Lindberg’s. JOB. Dugout. W.F. Cody’s. In this order.
This a burner account Mr. K?
I have recalibrated my relationship with social media, and I have returned with a new commitment to moderation.
Coincidentally enough I’m going through a similar journey. Long live SFMO
tdawg-1551 t1_iyxmu8e wrote
I'm not a big burger eater, but the wife swears by the BBQ bacon burger at Galloway Grill.