In bygone days, the Galloway neighborhood was a township. Springfield, Missouri, residents would hop on “The Frisco” (the St. Louis-San Francisco Railway) for a weekend excursion to Galloway Village, where they’d explore Sequiota Cave and try to catch a glimpse of the sparkling waterfall inside.
Although Galloway Village has long since been a part of the city, a recent revival in business development has taken place thanks to the area’s new mixed-use community Quarry Town. After traversing the shaded Galloway Creek Greenway or lounging at Sequiota Park, now you can get a bite or a brew at one of these local establishments.
Galloway Grill
When the humidity inevitably calls for a pit stop, park your bike at Galloway Grill for a burger and a cold beer. The iconic neighborhood joint has seven local craft beers on tap and almost a dozen shareable plates to encourage camaraderie. In addition, you can enjoy salads, sandwiches and chicken fingers – basically any quintessential pub food you can imagine – in the relaxed and inviting atmosphere. (Photo by Ana Elliott)
4211 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, Missouri, gallowaygrill.com
Great Escape Beer Works
Some say that Galloway’s views of small Ozark Mountains give the neighborhood a Colorado-esque vibe, and Great Escape Beer Works has leaned into that claim. After learning tricks of the trade at a brewery in Boulder, Jake Duensing, along with his wife, Jen, opened Great Escape Beer Works in Springfield in 2018. The taproom focuses on house brews, which are occasionally inspired by regions even farther than the Rocky Mountains – think a New England-style IPA and a German-style altbier. (Photo by Tessa Cooper)
4022 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, Missouri, greatescapebeerworks.com
Niji Sushi Bar & Grill
Named after the Japanese word for rainbow, Niji Sushi Bar & Grill offers a feast for the eyes and the palate. The restaurant’s sashimi, sushi rolls, ramen bowls, bento boxes and hibachi dinners are both refreshing and filling – and best enjoyed on the open-air patio with a sweet Niji Cherry Blossom Tini in hand and unobstructed views of the surrounding greenery. (Photo by Claire Porter)
3938 S. Lone Pine Ave., Suite 100-B, Springfield, Missouri, nijisushigrill.com
The Rock
Healthy recipes moonlighting as bar food – that’s what defines the menu at The Rock. Must-try items include the zucchini cups, cauliflower-crust pizza, tacos with ahi tuna and housemade kale slaw and a chicken sandwich featuring Portuguese piri piri sauce and bread and butter pickles. The Rock also hosts live music events on its spacious patio in the Quarry Town development. (Photo by Tessa Cooper)
4018 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, Missouri, therockmo.com
4 By 4 Brewing Co.
Since it opened in 2017, 4 By 4 Brewing Co. has brought countless friends together over craft beers and games of cornhole. The menu changes with the season, but Parkside Pineapple, a New England-style IPA, is a spectacular summer option. The company is currently building a second brewery in Fremont Hills, but the Galloway location will always be known as the one that started it all. (Photo by Ana Elliott)
2811 E. Galloway St., Springfield, Missouri, 4by4brewingcompany.com
Springtown Coffee Co.
If it’s too early for alcohol, stop by Springtown Coffee Co. for a classic cappuccino or cortado. The coffee shop also serves specialty drinks, such as the Red Velvet Chai and iced Almond Joy Latte with a hit of nitro, which will really perk you up. Pair whatever’s in your cup with a breakfast burrito from Springfield-based Small Batch Burritos. (Photo courtesy of Springtown Coffee Co.)
3541 S. Lone Pine Ave., Springfield, Missouri, facebook.com/springtowncoffee
Tessa Cooper
Tessa is a freelance writer and photographer in Springfield, Missouri. She enjoys the finer things in life like cappuccinos and free samples.