Maldaner's Restaurant

Whatever you do, don't go underdressed. You'll ruin your own night being self-conscious.

Went in late May of last year (yes, I know I'm late) for our anniversary dinner. Most definitely did not dress up quite enough. Everyone was very suit & tie/dress...khaki pants felt so out of place. Don't make the same mistake.

That being said, our waitstaff was professional and superb. Not only because she never made us feel awkward for being clearly underdressed, but because I didn't feel like I was in a Springfield restaurant anymore. I felt like I was in a real restaurant, in a bigger city. Good work, Maldaner's.

We shared a bisque with caviar, which had great flavor. Olive appetizer was nice, though they weren't pitted. I get that whole olives are more "upscale" but there's something weird about picking olive pits out of your mouth in a nice restaurant that feels wrong.

I had the beef wellington, as is so often suggested. The reason was clear as soon as I took my first bite. They clearly know what they're doing.

Girlfriend had salmon and it was cooked perfectly, which has been difficult to get in Springfield.

No complaints from either one of us re: service or food. The only drawback in my opinion is that it could really use a facelift inside.

Terrific lunch here, in our first visit to the state capital since a grade school field trip.  The Horseshoe (with turkey) nearly had me in tears of joy.  The havarti dill sandwich really pleased the wifey.  Portions were generous and prices were very reasonable, especially for food of this quality and so well prepared.

Service was excellent -- friendly and professional.  My iced tea was never less than half full.  Even though they were getting ready to close at 2:30.  

The atmosphere is old time and a little bare bones.  It may give a newcomer pause, but we left really happy.

Good if you're in the area, but not worth a hour drive. Today night, 730pm, service was just ok for the two of us, the food, beef Wellington was just ok and the my son's steak was fair.
Maybe we are spoiled, but the place was just ok.