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Established in 1884, Maldaner’s Restaurant and Catering is one of Springfield’s finest restaurants. If you have visited The Old State Capitol, Frank Lloyd Wright’s Dana-Thomas House or the State Capitol,you can imagine the wonderful celebrations Maldaner’s likely was a part of at the turn of the last century and to the present day. Today, under the guidance of Chef-Owner Michael Higgins, Maldaner’s respects tradition while offering the best of contemporary American fine dining in our historical setting. Chef Higgins features seasonal local and regional ingredients influenced by Mediterranean composition and preparation. Heirloom vegetables, humanely raised meats and Slow Food all artistically prepared and presented. Welcome to Maldaner
Wood-swathed, American eatery (since 1884) emphasizing local produce, along the storied Route 66.
Address and Contact Information
Address: 222 S 6th St, Springfield, IL 62701
Phone: (217) 522-4313
Website: http://www.maldaners.com/
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Reviews
Elizabeth Reynolds
Absolute perfection and a wonderful gem! This charming classic restaurant has candlelit tables with crisp white linens and a cozy and very tasteful ambiance. I sat in a comfortable booth table by the bar and loved the ambiance. Dinner was phenomenal and the server was a young gentleman with great recommendations. I had the risotto which was dreamy and winter food perfection. The salad with beets and goat cheese was a symphony of balanced and complimentary flavors. I cannot wait to bring others here and have finally found “my go-to place” in Springfield. Also, I was very casually dressed and worried I shouldn’t have changed out of my work suit before coming. Despite being comfortably and casually dressed, the staff were too notch and treated me wonderfully. Please don’t change a thing and I can’t wait to come back!!
… moreRob Lindsey
Overall, we had an enjoyable evening. The ambiance, history, decor, and atmosphere of the restaurant were nice and felt like stepping back in time to a more upscale fine dining place.
Even though we had grown up here and known about Maldaner’s since we were kids, we never had the opportunity to dine there. We were also surprised that while being from Springfield, our parents and grandparents had also never been the Maldaner’s. So, we decided to do something new for NYE and make a reservation to give Maldaner’s a try.
Our reservation was for 8pm for our group of 8. We arrived about 7:45pm and ckecked in. For New Years Eve it was fairly busy. We were told that our table probably wouldn’t be ready until around 8pm and to hang out in the coat area. At about 8:10 the nice lady at the check-in station said there were 3 table groups checking out and one of those tables would be ours as soon as they checked out and tables cleaned.
One table group of about 8 in the main dining room left about 8:25, and while staff was cleaning up, another reservation came in for 6 people and we’re seated at the table we thought we would be getting. Instead, we waited for a table in the bar area where 2 were dining, so that their table could be added to another to make room for 8 of us. Once those 2 had left, it took about 10 minutes to clean the table and get us seated (now after 8:30pm for an 8pm reservation).
After being seated, our server greeted us, told us the evening specials, and said that water and bread would be right out. A little over 10 minutes later the water and bread arrived. Once we ordered, the food came out fairly quickly. Those in our party ordered the Wellington, Ribeye, Filet, and Pork Chop. All were hot and fresh, and my Wellington was very good and cooked perfectly. The others in our party said their meals were very good, as well, except one of the Ribeye orders said it was tough and not to their liking (the other Ribeye order said hers was delicious).
It was about 945 pm when we finished and were offered dessert, and probably would have had dessert, if we hadn’t waited so long to be seated and didn’t have somewhere else to be at 10pm.
One thing we noticed while waiting and talking with the greeter was that several table groups had been seated for a couple of hours and taking up tables that were reserved for later times. As a server years ago, it was part of our job to keep the meal moving, so that patrons would have time to enjoy their meal in a timely fashion, but the server was responsible for moving them along so the table was free for the next reservation. With it being NYE, this was even more important to free up tables and not have groups occupying tables for extended hours.
All in all, the food was very good, came out fresh and quickly. The atmosphere was great and we enjoyed our first visit to Maldaner’s. The only issue was the over 30 minute wait for our reservation, another group reservation coming in after ours and getting seated before us, and the turn around for table prep and drinks. We understand it was NYE and things are always kind of chaotic during events such as that, but enjoyed having dinner with you!
… moreEven though we had grown up here and known about Maldaner’s since we were kids, we never had the opportunity to dine there. We were also surprised that while being from Springfield, our parents and grandparents had also never been the Maldaner’s. So, we decided to do something new for NYE and make a reservation to give Maldaner’s a try.
Our reservation was for 8pm for our group of 8. We arrived about 7:45pm and ckecked in. For New Years Eve it was fairly busy. We were told that our table probably wouldn’t be ready until around 8pm and to hang out in the coat area. At about 8:10 the nice lady at the check-in station said there were 3 table groups checking out and one of those tables would be ours as soon as they checked out and tables cleaned.
One table group of about 8 in the main dining room left about 8:25, and while staff was cleaning up, another reservation came in for 6 people and we’re seated at the table we thought we would be getting. Instead, we waited for a table in the bar area where 2 were dining, so that their table could be added to another to make room for 8 of us. Once those 2 had left, it took about 10 minutes to clean the table and get us seated (now after 8:30pm for an 8pm reservation).
After being seated, our server greeted us, told us the evening specials, and said that water and bread would be right out. A little over 10 minutes later the water and bread arrived. Once we ordered, the food came out fairly quickly. Those in our party ordered the Wellington, Ribeye, Filet, and Pork Chop. All were hot and fresh, and my Wellington was very good and cooked perfectly. The others in our party said their meals were very good, as well, except one of the Ribeye orders said it was tough and not to their liking (the other Ribeye order said hers was delicious).
It was about 945 pm when we finished and were offered dessert, and probably would have had dessert, if we hadn’t waited so long to be seated and didn’t have somewhere else to be at 10pm.
One thing we noticed while waiting and talking with the greeter was that several table groups had been seated for a couple of hours and taking up tables that were reserved for later times. As a server years ago, it was part of our job to keep the meal moving, so that patrons would have time to enjoy their meal in a timely fashion, but the server was responsible for moving them along so the table was free for the next reservation. With it being NYE, this was even more important to free up tables and not have groups occupying tables for extended hours.
All in all, the food was very good, came out fresh and quickly. The atmosphere was great and we enjoyed our first visit to Maldaner’s. The only issue was the over 30 minute wait for our reservation, another group reservation coming in after ours and getting seated before us, and the turn around for table prep and drinks. We understand it was NYE and things are always kind of chaotic during events such as that, but enjoyed having dinner with you!
Crimson Ball
My goodness… my finacé & I came here for Valentine’s Day. While it was extremely busy with everyone wanting to celebrate with their partners, the staff here went genuinely above & beyond to make it work seamlessly. The hostess, TT, in between seating people spent time asking us in the lobby about our days. Our server, Lontreal, was the sweetest, most hospitable servers I have ever had. He is certainly someone who cares about people! The server to neighboring tables as well did a beautiful job. Our food was exceptional & I finished every single bit of it (unusual for me personally, so you know it’s delicious!) I want to thank the staff & kitchen for making our evening exceptional & not showing a single drop of sweat with how busy it was. You all are amazing! Thank you! We’ll certainly be back soon.
… moreChristy Firm
This place was fabulous. I had the pork belly starter, and duck confit. They were so yummy. It server Dillion was great. Everyone enjoyed their food. The steak and salmon were cooked perfectly. The lemon cheesecake was so creamy and perfect. We are so glad we chose to eat here, It did not disappoint!
… moreKathleen Koechling
I visited Maldaner’s for lunch twice during a recent trip to Illinois, and had terrific food both times. The service was helpful, professional and attentive. My sister told me to try the horseshoe sandwich, which originated in the area. It was humongous (even the smaller version, “ponyshoe” was huge), but delicious. The vegetarian version had loads of fresh, grilled veggies, topped with welsh rarebit, topped with several inches of French fries. The second time, I wisely ordered the Vegetable Stir Fry with green tea rice as recommended by my server. It was absolutely delicious. There were also several other tempting vegetarian options.
… moreA HacK
An iconic Springfield eatery.The food was actually better than expected.The specialty of the house ,Beef Wellington was well prepared and served with fresh vegetables.
What brought the experience down was the attitude and indifference of an uncaring young dishwater blonde waiter.
Food good.Decor very interesting.Pricing Reflective of quality ingredients.Off street parking.
… moreWhat brought the experience down was the attitude and indifference of an uncaring young dishwater blonde waiter.
Food good.Decor very interesting.Pricing Reflective of quality ingredients.Off street parking.
Gentle John
Fine dining. Good service. Prices are reasonable for what you get. The chef/owner gets produce from the Farmer’s Market which makes the dishes exceptional. I highly recommend it. It is a Springfield historical establishment.
… moreAmy Myers
My partner and I both had diner here. It was a great atmosphere, we sat at the bar, waiter forgot to put our food in…both had the beef Wellington, my mashed and steamed veggies were ice cold, partners Luke warm. We wanted to like it. Spending over $100 on a sub par meal was very disappointing.
… moreAustin Davies
Nice quaint setting with an upscale feel. Enjoyed the Duck Confit which was cooked very nicely, juicy, tender, perfectly rendered fat. The chicken two ways was also delicious and full of flavor. The outdoor seating was very nice, especially tonight for the 100th Anniversary Route 66 car show. Worth the stop. No reservations required.
… moreMichael Thoman
This restaurant has it all…location, history, delicious food, and refined service. I ordered the warm goat cheese salad and loved the combination of cheese, beets, and cranberries. For my entree, I had a Chilean sea bass with cherry tomatoes over a bed of arugula and a daikon/turnip puree. The flavors were amazing. Even though I was feeling a bit full, I made room for a seasonal crisp with peaches and blueberries, which was heavenly. The service was efficient and friendly with a refined air that you see in upscale restaurants. It was a real treat!
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