This Enchanting Garden Restaurant In Missouri Will Transport You To Another World
By Beth Price-Williams|Published April 15, 2024
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Beth Price-Williams
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A professional writer for more than two decades, Beth has lived in nearly a dozen states – from Missouri and Virginia to Connecticut and Vermont – and Toronto, Canada. In addition to traveling extensively in the U.S. and the U.K., she has a BA in Journalism from Point Park University (PA), a MA in Holocaust & Genocide Studies from Stockton University (NJ), and a Master of Professional Writing from Chatham University (PA). A writer and editor for Only In Your State since 2016, Beth grew up in and currently lives outside of Pittsburgh and when she’s not writing or hanging out with her bunnies, budgies, and chinchilla, she and her daughter are out chasing waterfalls.
While the fast pace and excitement of big cities have always appealed to me, I’ve found, especially as I get older, that there’s something so special about small towns – from the old-fashioned friendliness to the hidden gems. That’s how many describe this enchanting garden restaurant in Augusta, Missouri: A hidden gem in a darling small town.
Root Food + Wine is one of those restaurants that, once you've tried it, you'll go out of your way to visit any time you're in or near Augusta. Dining at this hidden gem is more than about having a meal; it's about creating an experience.
If you're visiting during the warmer months, soak up the sheer natural beauty of the herb gardens by requesting a seat on the patio. String lights illuminate the garden area, where you can see the growing herbs that are used in the restaurant's dishes.
The indoor dining area exudes a quaint charm and warmth. You'll feel immediately at ease in this Missouri gem, and that's how it's meant to be. Chef Philip Day's mission is to provide "warm and gracious service, along with the highest quality of local sustainable produce," for his food.
The menu at Root Food + Wine changes often and focuses on the season, making it well worth multiple visits. You can choose an a la carte experience or a three-, five-, or seven-course meal.
If you're visiting for lunch, consider sinking your teeth into the Root Burger, a patty made from beef from Kopp Farm and topped with mushroom ragout, white cheddar cheese, and charred scallion aioli.
Dinner offerings vary depending on the day's menu, but previous options have included cantaloupe as a starter, hot smoked rainbow trout as an entree, and peach (toasted meringue, basil, and pecan crumble) for dessert.
Have you been to this garden restaurant in Augusta, Missouri? What did you think? Let us know in the comments! If you’re a fan of fairy tale experiences, slip on comfy shoes and follow the Loop Trail at Klondike Park in Augusta, Missouri. It leads straight to a beautiful white sand beach. If you’re day-tripping to Augusta, why not turn that adventure into an overnight or weekend getaway? Check into a charming Augusta Vrbo.
