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Press picks, until locals rank their own Top 5s. Sourced from the local food press. As seen in 417 Magazine and Visit Springfield. Updated August 2026.
Avanzare Italian Dini · Springfield
Upscale, romantic Italian: baked mussels al forno and short-rib ravioli in mushroom marsala.
Nicola's Ristorante Restaurant · Springfield
Classics like pork shank and rigatoni under moody lighting, with the Maso Pizza Bar alongside.
Bambinos Cafe on Delmar · Columbia
Best-in-the-area bruschetta and house salad: the signature Bambino is cavatelli with Provel.
Gilardi's · Walnut Street
Fresh, authentic Italian with on-site gardens for seasonal vegetables and herbs.