These 17 MORE Restaurants in Missouri Don’t Look Like Much…But WOW They’re Good

This small town neighborhood restaurant with a cool big city vibe serves delicious food with a smile. They use the freshest, most local ingredients, all prepared on site. Besides the yummy food they also offer a tasty selection of craft beers, and offer a "beer club." Earn your spot in the Mary Jane Beer Club by consuming one pint of beer from each one of their 50 different taps. Once completed, you receive a Beer Club Work Shirt with your name embroidered on it, and special discounts. Try the pretzel with cheese appetizer or their amazing smoked wings, specialty burgers and sandwiches, or many other delicious options. They are located at 102 N. Jackson Street.

Website: maryjaneburgers.com

Lula’s is truly out of the way and unassuming, but the food all but makes up for its lack of aesthetics. This cash-only steak and seafood restaurant is open only from 4-9 p.m., Tuesdays through Saturdays. There are only a few items on the menu, but all are done right with huge portion sizes. Ribeye, shrimp, ribs, cheeseburgers…all roughly the size of a catcher's mitt. Fully loaded giant baked potatoes complete the meal. Ignore the dive bar accommodations and enjoy the food. Lula’s is located at 112 West Carpenter Street.

The Thirsty Hog Saloon is located on the east outer road south of Fulton. A popular menu item is the UFO pork tenderloin sandwich as large as a dinner plate. A variety of sandwich baskets come with French fries or onion rings. The unique menu also features half-pound Angus burgers with topping choices like bleu cheese, peppers, bacon and a variety of cheeses. Also try their smoked BBQ ribs or chicken.

The large variety of delicious appetizers include hot wings, fresh hand-breaded mushrooms, and their "Bleu Balls", chicken cordon bleu bites with ranch sauce. Enjoy your favorite sporting event on their big screen TVs. Special events include Ladies Nights on Tuesdays, Karaoke on Thursdays and TGIF Fridays. They are family friendly, with an outdoor patio with sand boxes for the kids. They also have a paved parking corral for motorcycles. Unique car and motorcycle décor includes a blue 20-foot-long dragster mounted above the bar area with a stuffed monkey hanging from it by one arm. They are located at 7125 County Road 407.

This unassuming bar and grill in Raymore offers great steaks and seafood. Specialties include Alaskan King Crab, and other daily specials like Taco Tuesdays. Their homemade soups also cannot be missed. It is a local neighborhood bar that is small and a bit congested, but the food makes up for the lack of fancy ambience. Be aware that smoking is permitted, so if you are sensitive to that, you might want to grab your food as carry out. If you are a fan of good food and a friendly atmosphere, give them a try. They are located at 422 West Pine Street.

In business at their Warsaw location since 2002, Calgaro’s promises they are "committed to serving you a Bigger and Better Pizza." They use the freshest ingredients, and make everything they can homemade. A source of pride is that their pizza sizes are generous, with a medium being the size of most restaurants large. They offer delivery at the Warsaw location as well as a "half-baked" option. For more information, visit their website at calgarospizza.com.

Locations: 104 S Maple Street in Cole Camp and 840 East Main Street in Warsaw.

Gordon's Stoplight Drive-In is a small diner, "Serving the best hamburgers in the world since 1948." A "must-try" is their famous Jumbo burger, topped with slaw, chopped onions and barbecue sauce. Tackle the Quadzilla, their 4-patty super-burger, which is not as scary as it sounds as their burgers are made thin-style. Their old-timey atmosphere and friendly service, made to order fresh food, and hand-dipped milkshakes will not disappoint.

For breakfast, they offer classics like the St Louis style slinger with choice of meat, hash-browns & eggs covered with homemade chili. Although they only take cash, they do have an ATM in the building. In classic diner style they only offer counter seating only on a first come first serve basis, but they do have a few tables outside and a walk up window for to go orders. They are located at 500 Bailey Road.

Tractor’s BBQ is located inside a convenience store and gas station. Their breakfast menu is served made-to-order until 10:30 am, and the full lunch and dinner menu is served from 10:30am until 9:00pm. They feature only the best in smoked meats, fresh old fashioned hamburgers, along with a large selection of sandwiches and salads. They have a Sunday buffet from 10:30 am-2:00 pm and a Tuesday night Fried Catfish Buffet from 5:00-9:00 pm. Beer and mixed drinks are also available. Located at 1008 E. 12th Street.

Ole Boy’s BBQ is a small, locally owned restaurant that serves a variety of smoked meats, homemade sides, and various daily specials. Try their hand-breaded tenderloin accompanied by their delicious homemade French fries. They have 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.

The outside looks like a large shed, but inside you will find a colorful wonderland. It would be difficult to not feel your mood lifted by the cheerful décor. The food is arguably the best Mexican food for miles. Try the Carne Asada Burrito with beans and rice, or the giant burrito specials. Tasty refried beans, and delicious guacamole round out the meals with flavor. The yummy food, fast friendly service and great prices keep you coming back for more. They are located at 805 Marion City Road.

Love Sushi creates a friendly atmosphere by greeting you warmly and enthusiastically upon entering. They offer fresh and flavorful sushi with many different enticing options. The prices are reasonable and the plates are presented beautifully. Some of the favorites include the Sexy Guy, the Sexy Lady, the tiger roll and the shrimp tempura. Try the delicious pot stickers with its amazing sauce. They are located at 2201 Missouri Boulevard.

Mugs Up, a local staple, is a family owned and operated drive-in restaurant. They feature original recipe chili, hot dogs, and burgers, along with root beer that is made fresh on the premises. The chili cheese dog is a skinny dog in a skinny bun with onions and chili. Try one of their zip burgers. They are small, so order two. Fries are steak fries. Make sure to bring cash. They don’t accept credit or debit cards or out of town checks. They are located at 603 Orange Street.

Billy Gail’s is located in an old, refurbished gas station. They are a down-home breakfast and lunch restaurant serving giant, jumbo pancakes and traditional country comfort food. Their homemade biscuits and gravy are a "must-try". With generous portions, a friendly staff, homey décor and reasonable prices there are so many reasons to try Billy Gail’s. Make sure to hit the ATM before your visit. They only accept cash. They are located at 5291 Highway 265.