The best restaurants in Jefferson City

Craving a little bit of everything? Ria's Restaurant & Lounge rolls with crowd-pleasing pizzas, gyros, Greek salads, lasagna, and a lunch…

3550 W Edgewood Dr #6955

Craving dinner with a little show? Sakura Japanese Steak House brings the heat with teppanyaki and hibachi cooked right in front of you,…

730 W Stadium Blvd

Chain's pizza restaurant serving classic pies, plus wings and salads.

2300 Missouri Blvd

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

505 E Nifong Blvd (Columbia)

Casual eatery serving burgers and hot fries alongside milkshakes, ice cream and more.

128 E High St

Chain dishing up wings, tenders & burgers, plus sauces ranging from sweet to very spicy.

707-b Stoneridge Pkwy

Casual pizzeria offering thin-crust pies, plus salads and wings.

1931 W Main St

Laid-back eatery known for fried chicken and other soul-food classics, like mashed potatoes and collard greens.

1121 E Miller St

An eclectic American menu served amid a jazz-club atmosphere with live music 5 nights a week.

3107 Green Meadows Way (Columbia)

Casual BBQ eatery preparing brisket and pulled pork, plus beer and fried sides.

127 E High St

Pizzeria serving chicken wings in a casual atmosphere.

63 Progress Ln (Linn)

BBQ chain eatery featuring house-smoked meats, stuffed baked potatoes & classic sides.

1412 Forum Blvd Ste 130 (Columbia)

Relaxed "hole in the wall" serving smoked chicken wings, brisket burgers and fried po'boys as well as nachos.

911 E High St

Relaxed, counter-serve spot for ribs, brisket, pulled pork, turkey and tacos, plus catering.

3530 Country Club Dr

Casual eatery specializing in smoked ribs, brisket and pulled pork burgers, plus beers and cocktails.

3804 Buttonwood Dr (Columbia)

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

2120 Missouri Blvd Ste B

Sports bar with pool tables serving up cheesy pies, sandwiches & creative shots.

3908 Peachtree Dr (Columbia)

Large, casual restaurant with patio seating & art-covered walls serving Italian-inspired fare.

3910 Peachtree Dr Suite H (Columbia)

Relaxed American restaurant with 2 banquet rooms serving ample plates of pasta, salads & steaks.

216 Madison St

Pizzeria and taproom serving salads, calzones and pizzas with fresh ingredients and homemade dressings.

10 W Nifong Blvd (Columbia)

Homey eatery with a retro look doling out comfort food from biscuits & gravy to patty melts.

2118 Schotthill Woods Dr

Beer & pub grub served in an old-school tavern with exposed-brick walls & booth seating.

703 Jefferson St

American fare served in an 1890s red-brick building with a full bar, patio & upscale-casual vibe.

900 E High St

Storied standby & bar with a collegial vibe supplying hot German potato salad & other comfort foods.

410 S 9th St (Columbia)

Chefs cook at hibachi tables in this roomy, comfortable restaurant also featuring a sushi bar.

3600 Country Club Dr

Casual sushi restaurant at Broadway Market Place offering a selection of milk teas and poke bowls.

21 Conley Rd #N (Columbia)

This relaxed eatery with modern decor serves Asian-fusion dishes plus inventive sushi rolls.

2200 Forum Blvd #108 (Columbia)

Venerable restaurant with Bavarian-style decor offering German & French dishes & imported wines.

1436 Southridge Dr

Regional chain dishing Southern-style barbecue & sides in a cowboy-themed space.

2336 Missouri Blvd

Creative sushi & other Japanese staples are presented in a festive atmosphere at this casual locale.

2201 Missouri Blvd

Contemporary option for New American small plates from a wood-fired oven, plus craft cocktails.

212 Grn Mdws Rd Ste 9 (Columbia)

Cafe chain for health-minded breakfast, brunch & lunch options such as omelets, salads & soups.

1709 Missouri Blvd

Modern American dishes are served at this upscale, brown-hued eatery with sidewalk tables.

107 E High St

Chefs put on a show at this Japanese chain offering hibachi items, traditional dishes & sushi.

2531 Broadway Bluffs Dr (Columbia)

Airport restaurant open for breakfast and lunch, featuring scratch-made fare and views of the runway.

500 Airport Rd Ste C

Relaxed burger joint also serving chicken sandwiches, tacos, soups, salads, wings and fries (some of it gluten-free).

2125 Missouri Blvd

This game-day bar serves burgers & fried fare, plus local beers & party platters for big groups.

2541 Broadway Bluffs Dr (Columbia)

Casual spot serving a wide variety of grub, from burgers to salads, plus beers, cocktails, and wines.

1590 Jefferson St

Casual counter-serve chain serving a variety of chicken wings & sides.

2703 E Broadway Ste 236 (Columbia)

Long-running local chain serving Greek pizzas & entrees, plus Italian pastas, in a stylish space.

117 W High St

Venerable, family-owned Italian steakhouse serving dinner nightly with catered luncheons available.

3702 W Truman Blvd

Greek, family-run operation serving steak sandwiches and spaghetti plus pizza and hamburgers.

4107 S Providence Rd (Columbia)

Curries, stir-fries & other Thai specialties served in a small, comfy bistro with sidewalk seats.

103 E High St

Unassuming strip-mall stop for traditional Japanese entrees & hibachi, plus sushi & sashimi.

120 E Nifong Blvd (Columbia)

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

3104 S Ten Mile Dr

Counter-serve chain specializing in chicken dishes, plus Southern sides & desserts served in jars.

2641 Trimble Rd (Columbia)

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

1920 Jefferson St

Big portions of familiar American pub grub served up in a laid-back bar & grill with outdoor tables.

1005 Club Village Dr (Columbia)

Cozy neighborhood spot offering American breakfasts & other diner standards in a relaxed atmosphere.

315 Jefferson St