Dine At These 12 Extremely Tiny Restaurants In Missouri That Are Actually Amazing
Stephanie Butler
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You could look at tiny restaurants as cozy, personalized and quaint. They only handle so many customers at a time, so you are sure to have service tailored to the customer. On the other hand, a popular restaurant with very few seats may require a long wait or a reservation. Here are a few tiny restaurants in Missouri that we feel are worth the extra trouble, especially since we’ll be rewarded with a scrumptious meal.
Click here for the official website of LaBinnah Bistro, including its menu.
Seating is limited to counter stools and six or seven booths. Don't worry, however, if you have to wait a few minutes to snag a seat. The food definitely makes the wait worth it.
Location: 200 N Commercial Street
Click here for the official Facebook page for White Grill.
Although they only take cash, Gordon's Stop Light Drive In does have an ATM in the building. In classic diner style, they only offer counter seating on a first come first serve basis, but they do have a few tables outside and a walk up window for to go orders.
Click here for the official website of Gordon's Stop Light Drive In.
Click here for the official website of Strawberry's BBQ.
Location: 8827 NE Hwy ZZ
Click here for the official Facebook page of The Cook Shack.
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Catalpa has only eight tables in the dining room, one Chef’s Table in the kitchen, and a screened porch and brick patio, utilized when weather permits. Produce and meats are all sourced locally whenever possible, and the menu varies with the seasons. A fun, relaxed atmosphere and great food make it a popular place, so given the size, reservations are required.
Location: 510 High Street
Click here for the official website of Catalpa.
Location: 111 N Main Street
Click here for the official Facebook for Emmet's Kitchen & Tap.
The tiny Missouri restaurant has a large selection of barbecue options including sandwiches, dinner specials, and ribs. You can get meat by the pound and family size sides through their catering service. A friendly atmosphere and great service complete the experience. They are located at 701 N. Mason Street.
Click here to view the official Facebook page for Ol' Boys Barbeque.
Go here for Mugs Up Drive In's official Facebook page.
Location: 4224 Hearnes Boulevard
Check out The Joplin Eagle Drive-In's Facebook page here.
Check out the drive-in's Facebook page here.
The Bruncheonnette actually features four different types of Eggs Benedict, all unique, mouthwatering creations, along with the rest of the menu (pulled pork pancakes???). The only drawback to the Bruncheonnette is its size, being so small that it fills up quickly.
Location: 424 N Main Street
Click here for the official website of The Bruncheonnette.
Have you been to any of these places? What are some other tiny restaurants in Missouri you like? Join the conversation in the comments! Next time you’ve got a hankering for an old-fashioned country meal, head to one of these seven country restaurants in Missouri.
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Tiny Restaurants In Missouri
Are there other small restaurants in Missouri worth trying?
We’ve all heard that old saying that the best things come in small packages. The same holds true for some of the best restaurants in Missouri. If you like good, old-fashioned barbecue, head over to Strawberry’s Barbecue in Holcomb. The tiny, unassuming restaurant is known for its famous and huge pork steak.
However, if you’re craving authentic tacos that will leave you happy and full, you’ll definitely want to sit down at Tinga Tacos in Springfield. The tiny Mexican restaurant boasts a delightfully delicious menu that features nearly a dozen types of tacos.
What are the best restaurants in Missouri?
Best can certainly be subjective. We all have our own favorite restaurants that we consider the best of the best. Blue’s City Deli in St. Louis, for example, earned a nod as one of the Top 100 Places to Eat by Yelp. Pull up a chair at the quaint restaurant, where you might want to indulge in a traditional Po’ Boy.
If it’s steak you’re craving, stop by Catalpa in Arrow Rock, considered one of the best steakhouses in Missouri. The enchanting restaurant serves such scrumptious dishes as filet mignon and lobster tail.
What are the favorite local restaurants in Missouri?
You’ll find a long list of scrumptious local restaurants in Missouri. If you like a piping hot bowl of macaroni and cheese, you’ll love the selection at MacCheesy in Joplin. The local restaurant serves such tasty mac and cheese dishes as pizza mac and cheese and taco mac and cheese. You can eat in or take out.
While you’re in Joplin, fill up at Stogey’s Coney Island. A popular restaurant for more than four decades, Stogey’s Coney Island serves some of the best cheeseburgers, chili, classic dogs, and chili cheese dogs around. You might also want to try the Philly cheesesteak or the chicken tender platter.