We often find hidden gems where we least expect them. If you love delicious, fresh food served in an old-school diner, you'll probably want to add this remote Missouri diner to your dining bucket list. The unassuming diner boasts a menu of predominately Cajun food and seafood, but you can order several American classics, too.
Set your GPS to take you to The Fish Market, in Liberty, an unassuming diner that boasts an eclectic menu of dishes from...
Try a classic po'boy. Or, dig into a basket of fried alligator, fried catfish, or fried gulf shrimp, each paired with a hearty helping of fries and hush puppies.
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When was the last time you had a scratch-made lunch? When you travel off the beaten path to Greenwood Country Tearoom in Greenwood, Missouri, that’s just what you’ll get at this family-owned, small-town restaurant! Just over a half-hour drive south of Kansas City, Missouri, you’ll find the adorable town of Greenwood, which hosts a charming antique district. The tearoom sits right in the heart of this quaint area, making it a day trip-worthy restaurant!
The menu offers a homemade soup of the day, sandwiches, artisan salads, and a daily rotating selection of fresh-baked quiche. The food is hearty, yet everything has a touch of refinement and a special twist. For example, the Classic Caesar Salad comes with house-made croutons, the Turkey and Artichoke Sandwich features a house-made herb cream cheese smear, and the grilled cheese includes pumpkin butter! What?! The food feels fancy, yet you know you will not go home hungry with hardy Midwest favorites on the menu.
Do not skip the sides. The gorgeous pickled beets are fresh, with none of that canned flavor, and the hummus or salsa is served with gourmet blue corn chips. Fresh daily soup is also an option for a side. And get this: one of the specialty sides is a frozen fruit salad. This is beautiful fresh fruit encased in a creamy mixture, sliced into picture-perfect wedges. Totally unique and fun.
Now that I’ve told you how delicious the lunch items are, ordering dessert is a no-brainer, right? The desserts are all made from scratch and rotate daily. Plan ahead; with 48 hours notice, you can order and take home a full-sized desert.
The restaurant has many food-sensitivity-friendly options. Upon request, many of the salads can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, or vegetarian. They even have a gluten-free dessert option daily. No matter your choice, you’ll surely have a special-feeling experience. The tearoom is thoughtfully decorated with a blend of antiques, and your meals are served on vintage dishware.
This is a tearoom, after all, and the tea selections feature both classic and unique blends. You can order a personal pot or a pot to share. With over 30 teas on the menu, you might find yourself taking a culinary journey. With flavors like Buckingham Palace Garden Party, Swiss Chocolate, and Bourbon Street Vanilla, you’re likely to feel transported far from this small town in western Missouri. The tea menu is thoughtfully categorized for easy selection, including Herb & Fruit, Rooibos, Green, Herbal & Wellness, Oolong, Flavored Black and Chai, and Black and English teas. If tea isn't your thing, try a homemade Italian soda with your choice of flavor or coffee.
The space is also available for private parties, corporate events, and special events. For example, they host a Thanksgiving Day Lunch and Christmas Open House. Be sure to visit their site to get details and learn about other special events, like regularly rotating specialty markets.
The Greenwood Country Tearoom is in the same building as the Greenwood Vintage Market antique shop. It is on the nicer side of antique malls–nothing junky! You can find teas from the tearoom available for purchase there. Antique mall lovers will find the Greenwood Antique District has a handful of quality antique shops, all within walking distance. The Greenwood Country Tearoom is truly a day-trip-worthy restaurant, especially if you pair your lunch with an antique mall shopping trip.
If you are going to shop-hop, you will want to invest in a quality tote. I love the foldie; it’s compact, easy to carry, and comes in a bunch of fun colors! Will you add The Greenwood Country Tearoom to your next day-trip bucket list?
The Panoramic-View Restaurant at the Best Hotel in Branson, Missouri Is a Must-Visit
Chateau on the Lake is an incredible hotel in Branson that happens to have the best restaurant with a view in Missouri, offering stunning lakeside views.
When it comes to bucket-list destinations for me, they don't get any more exciting than Branson. This small-town Missouri getaway is really the best of all possible worlds - it combines the best of a bustling tourist town, a small-town full of charm, and a nature-filled rustic getaway into one package, and it's all centered around what might be the best hotel in Missouri - Chateau on the Lake, a massive resort on the banks of the massive, winding Table Rock. So it's no surprise that in addition to everything else it has going for it, Chateau on the Lake is home to the best restaurant with a view in Missouri. Chateau Grille is a delicious surprise where the view out the windows is just as big a draw as the food.
Table Rock is one of the most stunning views in Missouri, and there is no shortage of hotels on its perimeter - but none quite have the splendor of Chateau on the Lake, a massive resort and conference center offering top-of-the-line accommodations and dining.
Photographer: Goran Kosanovic
At the heart of this reputation for excellence is the Chateau Grille, the resort's premiere fine dining restaurant. While the seasonal menu is highly acclaimed, the restaurant is most famous for its panoramic views of the lake outside.
While the menu does lean towards classic midwestern fare with an emphasis on well-prepared proteins, we were blown away to see how many local and seasonal touches make their way into the menu. It's no surprise many of the diners are regulars.
The desserts are just as worthy of your attention - perfectly rich and indulgent, but with an extra touch of sophistication perfect for a restaurant of this style.
Photographer: Goran Kosanovic
If the weather allows, there is no better way to enjoy a meal at Chateau Grille than on the patio, taking in the fresh lake air while you dig into some of Branson's finest cuisine. This unique restaurant makes a perfect dining experience for a special night out or a grand sendoff to a Branson vacation.
Have you dined at Chateau Grille at this Branson resort? Let us know about your meal at this unique restaurant with a view in Missouri in the comments section! You can find out more about the hotel on the Chateau on the Lake website and Chateau on the Lake Facebook page, or book your own stay at this iconic Branson lakeside resort.
