Kansas City is one of the best places to find one of a kind food experiences in the Midwest. But did you know Springfield located just shy of three hours away from Kansas City hosts some seriously addictive eateries as well? On a recent trip to Springfield, I got my culinary taste buds in order as I traveled the city in search of food paradises.
Here is one of the best places to dine while in Springfield:
The Order restaurant located inside the luxurious Hotel Vandivort in Downtown Springfield. The restaurant boasts an upscale cuisine in a sophisticated yet approachable atmosphere. The majority of the food sourced locally from surrounding farms, which explains why each bite tastes fresh. You’ll find the curated menu by Chef Zachary White to be straightforward and delightful.
Little Something, Something: Cashew Chicken Skewers – Springfield is the birthplace of Cashew Chicken a famous Chinese dish. The Order recreated this classic into a delectable appetizer rendition. My Bacon, Onion, and Goat Cheese Rangoon with blackberry fig sauce was my personal favorite, imagine a new twist on the classic crab rangoon. This appetizer will leave you craving more.
Shrubbery: The Super Kale Salad is just that “super” delicious created with kale, fresh berries, apples, pecans, beet chips topped with apple vinaigrette. I’ve never been a fan of kale until now. Kale which is very bitter complimented by the berries and apples create a salad that is not only delicious but well balanced.
Signature Entrees such as Diver Sea Scallops, All-Natural Crispy Skin Chicken, and Seared Duck Breast. The Diver Scallops seared to perfection while gently seasoned with salt and pepper, the Crispy Skin Chicken although not your typical crispy fried chicken this version is out right divine. Lastly, the seared duck breast was an equal flavor contender. Psst, the secret to ordering duck breast is to order it slightly undercooked.
Sides: Brussell Sprouts are not the most popular vegetable. The Order’s version of this dish is unique and creative with thick bacon and diced green apples. It was so tasty that I plan to attempt to recreate this dish at home.
Treat yourself: Chocolate Pot De’Creme – this chocolatey number was created with World Famous Askionsie Chocolate. If you’ve never heard of it, just do a quick google search where you’ll discover them featured in several publications including O Magazine. Chocolate lovers will unite after one bite of this.
Blackberry Cheesecake – When you think of cheesecake you often think of strawberry cheesecake Well move over strawberry, blackberry is coming for your crown. The interesting twist on the classic cheesecake is unexpected and pleasurable.
Ice Cream Sammies – Forget the traditional ice cream sandwiches, this ice cream sammie is the absolute best! Imagine macadamia nuts cookie with birthday ice cream; this sammie will leave you dreaming of your childhood while enjoying ice cream trucks on those hot summer days.
When in Springfield, don’t just place an order actually go to The Order. This place might be one of the only orders you’ll be placing while in Springfield.
The Order
305 E. Walnut • Springfield, MO 65806
417.832.1515
