Posted in Illinois Food & Dining, Unique Dining February 13, 2023 by

Open For More Than A Century, Maldaner’s In Illinois Is Always A Timeless Dining Experience

Maldaner’s Restaurant, in the state capital of Springfield, is a historic Illinois restaurant that’s been satisfying customers since 1884. Pay a visit, and you’ll find out why diners keep flocking back to this Route 66 institution.

Maldaner’s Restaurant in downtown Springfield has been a favorite among locals and visitors alike for almost a century and a half.
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It’s a classic fine dining establishment with the elegant dark wood and leather decor one might expect in such a restaurant.
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You can, of course, begin your meal with a beverage from Maldaner’s full bar or enjoy a glass from its well-curated wine selection.
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Folks swear by the bar’s martinis.
Start your meal off with a salad or a hearty appetizer like the restaurant’s famous French onion soup, which overflows with molten cheesy goodness.
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As far as entrees, you’ll find exquisitely prepared supper club classics, like ribeye on a bed of puréed potatoes.
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Or you may prefer one of Maldaner’s less-common fine dining staples, such as duck confit.
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True to its tagline - “Where Local Began” - Maldaner‘s takes advantage of local and seasonal ingredients in dishes, like its morel mushroom pie.
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Regardless of what you order for dinner, be sure to save room for one of Maldaner’s delectable desserts.
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The dessert menu is seasonal, and all of the selections are made in-house, like the dense, flourless, chocolate Queen of Sheba cake,

Maldaner’s Restaurant is a perfect place to visit for lunch or dinner while exploring the fascinating city of Springfield, which is in the heart of Lincoln country, and all that it has to offer. For more information about Maldaner’s or to make a reservation, visit the restaurant’s website.

Have you had an opportunity to visit Maldaner’s Restaurant in Springfield? What other historic restaurants in Illinois should we know about?

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Address: Maldaner's Restaurant, 222 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701, USA