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Update: Due to COVID-19, we’ve decided to postpone our wedding date. Your health and safety are always our top priority. We’ll keep you posted about our new plans, and look forward to celebrating together!
Update: Due to COVID-19, we’ve decided to postpone our wedding date. Your health and safety are always our top priority. We’ll keep you posted about our new plans, and look forward to celebrating together!

Merry & Alex

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Tacos El Gordo

1510 North National Avenue, Springfield, MO 65803
, (417) 402-9307

Our favorite place to eat street tacos. It's a small place, so we recommend getting these to go if you are eating at the location on National. There is also a south-side location that has more room for dining in. Our favorite tacos are: Trompo, Barbacoa de Cachete, Lengua, and Guisado de Puerco Rojo. Get the fresh Salsa Verde and Salsa Picante!

Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar

314 West Walnut Street, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 862-4444

If you are looking for a more upscale selection, this is our favorite steakhouse in town!

Izumi Hatake

302 East Walnut Street, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 865-0366

If you want delicious hibachi, this is the place to go.

Bambu Vietnamese Cuisine

1338 Battlefield Road, Springfield, MO 65804
, (417) 881-9881

This is an awkward atmosphere (you've been warned) but they have our favorite pho in Springfield.

Van Gogh's Eeterie

334 East Commercial Street, Springfield, MO 65803
, (417) 344-0085

If you're looking for unique, delicious dutch food this is your place. They have great brunch options, and also offer a multitude of gluten free and vegan options.

Café Cusco

234 East Commercial Street, Springfield, MO 65803
, (417) 868-8088

The best Peruvian food in town. Offers gluten free and vegan options.

Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory

260 East McDaniel Street, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 851-1768

The newest rooftop bar in Springfield. Stop by after dark for beautiful views of the city and delicious craft cocktails!

Hotel Vandivort

305 East Walnut Street, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 832-1515

One of our favorite brunch/bar spots! Also open any time of day for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Best of Luck Beer Hall

313-B South Jefferson Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 522-9009

There's a lot of beer here, food, and games like bocce, bags, video and board games. Say hi to Chris if you stop by!

The Golden Girl Rum Club

137 Park Central Square, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 425-5162

One of our go-to spots most weekends. Bright colors, endless summer and an eclectic playlist, you'll be ready to get your tropical drink on. Say hi to Jade if you stop by!

Cherry Picker Package X Fare

601 South Pickwick Avenue, Springfield, MO 65802
, (417) 986-5800

If you're looking for a patio in the cutest neighborhood in town, this is your spot. Stop by for wine and take a look at the menu featuring sandwiches, soups, and charcuterie boards.

Queen City Wine Dive

105 Park Central Square, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 429-9020

Featuring 16+ wines on tap, you can't go wrong here. Also a great patio if you would like to sit downtown and outside.

Nicola's Ristorante

3631 East Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO 65809
, (417) 886-3700

If you're looking for a nicer italian restaurant, this is one of our favorite spots.

Druff's

331 Park Central East, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 719-1719

The cheesiest spot in town. (featuring all the gourmet grilled cheese sandwiches you could ever want. +more!)

Springfield Brewing Company

305 South Market Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 832-8277

A springfield staple. Wide variety of food so great option for larger groups.

Wonders Of Wildlife National Museum & Aquarium

500 West Sunshine Street, Springfield, MO 65807
, (888) 222-6060

If you're looking for something to do for the day, this aquarium is so fun!

Bass Pro Shops

1935 South Campbell Avenue, Springfield, MO 65807
, (417) 887-7334

This is a store, but there is also a restaurant called Hemingway's that has an aquarium behind the bar. It can be a fun place to walk around if you've never been. Merry's family from Wisconsin visits every time they are in town, so we thought you may like to as well.

Big Cedar Lodge

190 Top of the Rock Road, Ridgedale, MO 65739
, (417) 335-2777

If you are here for a few days and want to explore, Big Cedar has a multitude of fun things to do! You can check out the spa, take a cave golf cart tour, look through a museum, or visit one of the many restaurants at the lodge featuring stunning views. A truly special place to take in the beauty of The Ozarks.

Scotch & Soda

310 South Avenue, Springfield, MO 65806
, (417) 719-4224

Alex and I officially met and started dating while we were both working at this bar. It holds a special place in our hearts.

For all the days along the way
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