Photo courtesy Chuy GarciaShow Me Chuy, the new restaurant from Jesus "Chuy" Garcia, has been teasing some news on social media recently.
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Table Talk
Table Talk
Read all about what's happening with the food scene in Springfield in this week's Table Talk.
by Katie Pollock Estes
Jan 07 2025 at 8 a.m.
THIS WEEK'S TABLE TALK PRESENTED BY
Brew Co’s Pending Facelift
Springfield Brewing Company is teasing some exciting renovations, and we're dying to know what's going on. The section of the dining room that's just inside and to the left of the front door has been wrapped in plastic and is undergoing some reno work. In a post on their socials, Brew Co. said "Behind those black walls is a big surprise for everyone, and we can't wait to show you what it is! Big, tasty things to come." Okay, Brew Co., you have our attention! Now through Thursday, the restaurant is closed to work on those updates and other things, and they'll reopen for the weekend with a big reveal.
Any Minute Now
Not-yet-opened Mexican-Italian fusion restaurant Show Me Chuy has ramped up some of their social sharing recently, teasing their upcoming restaurant with tidbits about food prep, ingredients and more. The restaurant is located at 1410 E. Republic Road in Springfield, in the space formerly occupied by Archie's Italian Eatery. It’s owned by Chuy Garcia, brother of Avanzare Italian Dining owner Tony Garcia. We’ll keep an eye on it and let you know when we can finally get a taste of this unique-to-Springfield dining concept.
Mondays Deserve Good Lunches
Farmers Gastropub has announced that it is now open on Mondays for both lunch and dinner. It can be tough to find a spot for a good meal on Mondays, as that is commonly a day off for a lot of restaurant folks. We’re glad we can now add Farmers Gastropub to our list of Monday go-tos.
ICYMI: Itty Bitty News Bites
• Xurros Cafe has a new flavor of the month, and it's packed with nostalgia: the s'mores churro. It's covered in marshmallow and little chunks of chocolate, all toasted to perfection.
• If you need something to do tonight, Cellar+Plate is hosting their Tasting Tuesdays event. Today’s wines: cabernet sauvignon and cabernet franc. This is a recurring event, happening every second Tuesday of the month.
• We're loving the winter cocktail menu reveals from The Order. For example: The bright orange Mumbai Bunny, a mix of carrot juice, mezcal, coconut rum, citrus, spice and mint. Of course, you can still find the classic faves, like their smoked old fashioned and the eternally refreshing Walnut Street Smash. However, this restaurant is also embracing that Dry January mood with an upcoming class Mindful Mocktails Workshop, where guests can get a mixology lesson using alcohol-free ingredients.
Table Talk: January 7–13
Good Eats for Every Diet
There's a new menu at Retro Metro,
featuring many dishes from sous chef Luke and executive chef Hana, in
addition to owner Brandon Moore (a.k.a. Chef Tiny). In a Facebook post
about the new menu, Chef Tiny said the new menu includes a
heart-healthy section meant to accommodate diners with health-based
dietary needs, like himself. You can also find dishes clearly labeled as
friendly for vegan, vegetarian, alpha-gal or gluten-restricted diets. A
few examples: diners with alpha-gal might want to dig into the Puttin'
on the Fritz, an appetizer of steamed mussels in ciopini sauce. There's a
vegan risotto packed with local mushrooms and other veggies. And
there's even a pizza that's both vegan and gluten-free.
Brew Co. Does it Again
The second of Springfield Brewing Company’s taproom outposts has opened in Willard. Mile 6 Taproom
is located near (you guessed it!) mile 6 of the Frisco Highline Trail.
It features a 5,420-foot taproom, fire pits, a beer garden, indoor
games, visiting food trucks and more. The menu features local craft
beer, along with cocktails made with spirits from Brew Co.’s sister
company, Ty Iechyd Da Distillery. Springfield Brewing Company’s first
expansion, One 2 Five Taproom, opened last year in Rogersville.
Sammie Slinger on the Move
The Sub Marina,
a lakeside sandwich shop based in Shell Knob that offers to-go orders
for pickup by boat, is getting ready to open a second location. This one
will be in Republic, with an opening date of sometime in Spring 2025.
We’ve heard that sandwich-loving lake-goers are pretty excited that the
spot will soon be slinging sammies in Republic, and we can’t wait to try
it. Peeping the menu right before lunch break, the Shell Knobber (a
buffalo chicken sandwich) is looking extra delish right-about now.
