Nothing is as comforting, satisfying and all-around delicious as a home-cooked meal. Especially when it’s served with love by a mom and pop restaurant. We gave you a list of 14 mom and pop gems earlier this summer … get ready for round 2!
1. Kline's Restaurant – Rosebud
Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner, Kline's is the place to go for a rib-sticking, delicious meal. Steaks are a popular choice for dinner. Address: 302 Old Motel Rd, Rosebud, MO 63091
2. DuKum Inn – Kirksville
This popular bar and grill supposedly serves up the best cheeseburger in Kirksville. Bonus: the beer list is pretty stellar, too. Address: 111 S Elson St, Kirksville, MO 63501
3. Lewis Cafe – Saint Clair
Lewis Cafe has been treating people to great food since 1938. This place is all about family, and it shows in the home-cooked meals, which make use of all-Angus beef raised on the owners' farm. Stop in for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Address: 145 S Main St, St Clair, MO 63077
4. Lady Di's Diner – St. Charles
For 20 years, Lady Di's has been a favorite way to start the day. This family-owned joint serves all the breakfast classics, from pancakes and omelets to French toast and biscuits and gravy. Address: 630 Kingshighway, St Charles, MO 63301
5. Lehman's Restaurant – Versailles
This gem serves up traditional Mennonite cooking buffet-style. There's also a bakery with donuts, pies, breads and more. Address: 15380 Hwy 5, Versailles, MO 65084
6. Alex's Pizza Palace – Rolla
Homemade pizza, wings, Greek favorites like gyros … What more could you want? Address: 122 W 8th St, Rolla, MO 65401
7. Gold Star Family Restaurant – Billings
This community favorite serves up breakfast, lunch and dinner. Their large menu means everyone leaves happy! Address: 117 US-60, Billings, MO 65610
8. Red Barn Cafe & Hen House Bakery – Mt. Vernon
Come for the country classics like chicken-fried steak, stay for the homemade pies and baked goodies. Address: 107 W Mt Vernon Blvd, Mt Vernon, MO 65712
9. Belarussian Baker – Higginsville
Comfort with a decidedly European twist is what's on tap at the Belarussian Baker - homemade borscht, Russian schnitzel, chicken kiev and more. The Victorian-themed dining rooms are memorable and the menu features an extensive selection of Missouri wines. Address: 2010 Shelby St, Higginsville, MO 64037
10. River Smokin' – Hootentown
Everything is made in-house at this eatery. Don't miss out on the double-decker sandwiches featuring house-smoked meats. Address: 1167 Hooten Town Road, Highlandville, MO 65669
11. Nona's Kitchen – Waynesville
You'll want to hunker down at this cozy Waynesville destination. Here you'll find all the home-cooked classics: fried chicken, chicken marsala, spaghetti and meatballs and more. Address: 103 N Benton St, Waynesville, MO 65583
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