The 10 Best Tenderloins In The Midwest Are Right Here In Missouri
It’s no secret that Missourians love pork. Deep-fried, crispy pork tenderloins can be found all across the Show Me State, but we’ve found some of the best around. Whether you’re looking for the largest pork tenderloin in the state or one that’s received regional acclaim, keep reading to find out where to try them all!
The name here says it all. At the Tenderloin Grill, you can get a perfectly fried tenderloin with the basics. The Tenderloin Grill can be found at 900 Southwest Blvd., Kansas City. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
Pigwich is a small little sandwich shop directly behind of Kansas City's best little butcher shop. They use the best, local cuts of meat for their sandwiches. While their tenderloin may not be the biggest, it's certainly tasty! Find Pigwich at 2618 Guinotte Ave., Kansas City. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
Tucked inside a nondescript general store is Perche Creek Cafe. This cafe has one of the biggest, crispest tenderloins around. They use local pork and best of all, it's always a bargain! Find Perche Creek Cafe at 6751 US-40, Columbia. For more information, visit their webpage here.
If you love a smothered and covered pork tenderloin head to The Local House in Jefferson County. We're sure you've never tried a tenderloin with sweet & spicy strawberry jam with melted provel cheese. Find The Local House at 3942-3946 Jeffco Blvd., Arnold. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
While this little shop doesn't look like much, they've been recognized for having one of the best tenderloin sandwiches in the Midwest. These tenderloins may look little, but they're packed with amazing flavor and fried to perfection. Find Kitty's at 810 1/2 E 31st St., Kansas City. Kitty's is pretty old school, you won't find a website, and they only accept cash!
Christine's Firehouse also serves a behemoth pork tenderloin. It also comes with fries, but you won't need those. If you want a sandwich that will certainly satisfy your hunger, head to Christine's Firehouse. Find them at 220 E 20th Ave.,
North Kansas City. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
Located on the Missouri/Iowa border is a little cafe that likely won't impress you from the outside. Don't judge a book by its cover, people drive for miles and miles to eat at Oldtowne Cafe. One of the reasons this little cafe is so popular is their enormous tenderloin sandwich. Pounded thin and fried to perfection, this tenderloin is one to remember. Visit Oldtowne Cafe at 2207 Main St., Allendale. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
If you're looking for a no-fuss eatery with amazing food check out Whittle's Pub & Grub. Their extra crispy tenderloin is sure to delight any pork connoisseur. Try one out at 108 S Maple St., Eldon. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
This classic diner serves up the perfect tenderloin sandwich. While this sandwich isn't the biggest on our list, you definitely won't feel miserably full after tackling this meal. Check out Kearney Street Cafe at 1324 W Kearney St., Springfield. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
It's not a trip to Branson with out some comfort cooking. Farmhouse Restaurant is one of the most popular eateries in Branson, and is known for it's amazing fried chicken. However, they should be known for their awesome pork tenderloin, too. You can get this extra crispy sandwich at 119 W Main St., Branson. For more information, visit their Facebook page here.
Have you tried a tenderloin from any of these establishments? Did we leave your favorite spot off the list? Tell us what you think in the comments below.
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