Springfield

Springfield, Illinois, United States

If you've ever been to Springfield, Illinois, you most likely know what a horseshoe is...if not, let us fill you in real quick! A piece of texas toast, your choice of meat on top (classic is a hamburger), covered with a heaping pile of crispy french fries, and then drenched in a delicious cheese sauce! Springfield is home to several unique horseshoes as well, check some of them out!

95 Plummer Blvd
Chatham, IL

From classic vanilla to black walnut, you'll find all your favorite homemade ice cream flavors right outside of Springfield, in Chatham, Illinois. Stop in and try one of Scoop Du Jour's 35 amazing flavors. Or if you have a major sweet tooth, try their Ice Cream Horseshoe. It starts with a glazed donut, ice cream of your choice, pound cake “fries," Marshmallow “cheese” sauce, and whipped cream!

301 N Grand Ave W
Springfield, IL

An All American tradition enjoyed by millions for over 111 years in a variety of ways. Dew Chilli Parlors have been serving up the country's finest Chilli to Springfield, Illinois, residents and travelers from across the nation. The Dew menu features more than just Chilli, like the legendary Dew Horseshoes! Texas Style Toast covered with Dew chilli, Dew seasoned fries, and Dew Cheese. Pro tip: ask for some extra chilli on top!

700 W North St
Springfield, IL

Charlie Parker's Diner in Springfield, Illinois, is a locally owned, independent restaurant that has been in the same location since 1991. Charlie Parker's has been featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives and named the Grand Champion in the Thomas’ Hometown Breakfast Battle! They are famous for their giant 16" pancakes, but you will want to make sure to try their breakfast horseshoe as well! Your choice of egg on toast. Topped with choice of ham, bacon or sausage, smothered in gravy, cheese sauce or BOTH, and topped with hash browns or seasoned American fries!

118 N Pasfield St
Springfield, IL

Maid-Rite, opened in 1924, is the 1st drive-thru restaurant in the US. Enjoy a loose meat burger and root beer float, made with homemade root beer OR ask for the Maid-Rite horseshoe! Starts with a bun covered in their loose meat burger, topped with fries, cheese, and extra meat!