Cheddars-Springfield, MO

Happy Valentine's Day friends!  We had planned to visit Bierman's German Restaurant in Friestatt, MO this weekend, but upon investigation we have concluded it is closed.  Sad to hear this.  Used to be a great place to eat. 

So instead, we wents to a great little place we haven't been for awhile, Cheddars.  Chances are you have eaten at Cheddars.  It's one of our old standbys and we are never disappointed.

We always order the onion straws appetizer.  They aren't on the menu, but if you ask your waiter or waitress they will order them for you.  Very thinly sliced onions with a sweet/savory coating served with ranch dressing for dipping.  Yum, yum, yum!  Not to be missed.  Alex had the chicken tenders and Bob had the buffalo chicken tenders.  Now if you've had Cheddar's chicken tenders you know they are the BEST by far. 

I usually have the chicken tenders, but decided to try something new, the grilled tilapia with mango salsa and grilled shrimp.  Very good choice!  The fish and shrimp were lightly seasoned, tender and delicious and the mango salsa set the whole thing off perfectly.  For my sides I chose the broccoli cheese casserole (another favorite) and the cut off the cob corn, which was delicious!  The atmosphere was warm and cozy on a cold, Missouri night.  We enjoyed our visit!