Sometimes a drive along the open road, especially when we don’t have a particular destination in mind, leads us somewhere we’d never expect – like to Steve’s Family Style Restaurant in Lohman, Missouri. An unassuming country restaurant in Missouri, Steve’s Chicken boasts a jam-packed parking lot, giving us an inkling that it’s one place we want to check out. Come with us to explore the mouthwatering menu.

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Do you have a favorite family restaurant in Missouri that’s tucked away in the country? Tell us about it in the comments! If you’re a fan of hidden gems, check out this country market in Missouri.

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And for those of you who want to improve your own kitchen skills so you can make chicken as good as Steve’s, perhaps a cooking class on MasterClass is just what you need.

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Best Restaurants In Missouri

Aside from Steve’s Restaurant in Lohman MO, what are some more restaurants with the best fried chicken in Missouri?

If you love fried chicken, then these are the restaurants with the best fried chicken in Missouri that we recommend:

  • Farmhouse Family Restaurant, Branson
  • Hodak's Restaurant & Bar, St. Louis
  • Stroud's Oak Ridge Manor, Kansas City
  • Go Chicken Go - Kansas City
  • King Edwards Chicken and Fish - Crestwood
  • J. Huston Tavern - Arrow Rock
  • Hobos at the Legion, St. Peters
  • Claysville Store - Hartsburg
  • Branson Cafe - Branson

Be sure to visit our website to discover more restaurants serving the best fried chicken in Missouri.

What are the best mom-and-pop restaurants in Missouri?

The best mom-and-pop restaurants in Missouri are:

  • Amighetti's, St. Louis

This quaint little hideaway is known for its loaded sandwiches that are piled high with meats, cheeses, fresh veggies, and delicious sauces.

  • Anton's Coffee Shop, Springfield

With red checkered tablecloths and pots and pans hanging on the walls, Anton's Coffee Shop is the epitome of a mom-and-pop restaurant. Guests enjoy home-cooked diner classics like omelets and biscuits and gravy.

  • Bloomfield's Family Restaurant, Marshall

Homemade pies are the star of the show here. All sorts of mouthwatering flavors are baked fresh daily, and it's heaven at first bite.

Don't forget to check out our previous article for more mom-and-pop restaurants in Missouri that serve incredibly scrumdiddlyumptious meals.

Where can I dine at themed restaurants in Missouri?

Some of the best themed restaurants in Missouri include:

  • Stefanina’s, Troy

This Italian eatery is tucked away inside an old church, and you can still see the original stained glass windows. It's an absolutely gorgeous restaurant, and the food (especially the pizza) is delicious.

Located on the famous Route 66, Missouri Hick Bar B Que looks exactly like a rustic, old-fashioned barn. It even has a water wheel outside! The food is absolutely scrumptious, too.

Belly up to the bar as you sit behind bars at Prison Brews, a jail-themed brewpub in Jefferson City. From craft beers with names like "Go to Jail Ale" to food items like "Jailhouse Fries" this unique restaurant and watering hole offers a unique experience.