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A charming diner in Springfield renowned for its inventive grilled cheese sandwiches, creative seasonal drinks, and old-school atmosphere.

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Druff's

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A charming diner in Springfield renowned for its inventive grilled cheese sandwiches, creative seasonal drinks, and old-school atmosphere.

"This place is AMAZING! The food is delicious and creative. I would give it a higher rating than 5 stars if I could!"

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Try Signature Sandwiches

Don't miss popular grilled cheese creations like The Fun Group or The Good Doctor.

Visit for Brunch

Enjoy classic favorites and special brunch offerings on Saturdays and Sundays.

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Quick Facts

Open·Closes 9PM

Cuisine

American

Price

Mid-range

Phone

(417) 719-1719

Address

331 Park Central E #101, Springfield, MO 65806, USA

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Creative Grilled Cheese Combinations

Creative Grilled Cheese Combinations

Indulge in uniquely crafted grilled cheese sandwiches like The Fun Group with cheddar, bacon, egg, and apple on sourdough.

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Old-School Diner Vibes

Old-School Diner Vibes

Experience a cozy, retro-style diner atmosphere with friendly staff and a modern twist on comfort food.

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Delicious Seasonal Drinks & Sides

Delicious Seasonal Drinks & Sides

Savor creative seasonal beverages and don't miss the scrumptious chips and dip or the famous tomato soup.

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Try Signature Sandwiches

Don't miss popular grilled cheese creations like The Fun Group or The Good Doctor.

Visit for Brunch

Enjoy classic favorites and special brunch offerings on Saturdays and Sundays.

Dip it Good

Pair your sandwich with their famous tomato soup or enjoy the chips and dip.

Creative Drink Pairings

Explore seasonal drink concoctions that perfectly complement your meal.

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Try Signature Sandwiches

Don't miss popular grilled cheese creations like The Fun Group or The Good Doctor.

Visit for Brunch

Enjoy classic favorites and special brunch offerings on Saturdays and Sundays.

Dip it Good

Pair your sandwich with their famous tomato soup or enjoy the chips and dip.

Creative Drink Pairings

Explore seasonal drink concoctions that perfectly complement your meal.

What Travellers Say

4.6
(491k reviews)

Reviews Summary

Druff's is a beloved diner praised for its creative and delicious grilled cheese sandwiches and cozy atmosphere. Reviewers often highlight the friendly staff and unique menu options, though a few have noted issues with food temperature. Overall, it's a highly recommended spot for breakfast and lunch with a charming, retro vibe.

"A cute diner with slightly upscale diner fare that isn't snooty and coffee. Tasty food, cozy decor and friendly staff round it out for a great breakfast stop (or any other meal). They also have a little bar and nice cocktails. A great place for brunch."

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"This place is AMAZING! The portions are just right and the food is delicious and creative. Please note: I scarfed half of mine before I took this picture. I love the huge variety of sandwiches that you can get here and I love that you can get a “dipper” of tomato soup to go with it! I always get the “Good Doctor” sandwich. It has jalapeños but isn’t hot. I’ve tried a lot here and it’s all excellent. I would give it a higher rating than 5 stars if I could!"

Kristen Coomer

"Absolutely disgusting. This is the definition of a greasy spoon. They make nothing in house. The biscuits and gravy are terrible. A store bought biscuit, grilled in oil, and a powder mix gravy with NO sausage. The Jacoby sandwich was very oily. I took one bite and that was it. My hand was covered in oil. Not worth the heartburn that is sure to come if I did eat all of it. 1 choice of coffee and it's definitely not worth $3. The cook had to give me my to go order because the 1 waitress on duty was too busy eating her breakfast. This was at 8:30 on a Sunday. They had just opened. What a waste of $24.

If you want good food, go to Roots Coffee Bar or Sleepy Opossum.

Edit: This is in response to the 'owners' reply. Are you flippin serious with that reply? You don't address the fact that you are serving biscuits and gravy with absolutely NO sausage? It's listed on the menu as biscuits with SAUSAGE gravy, yet there is none. I watched the 'cook' prepare everything. If it went on the griddle, it was oil first, then whatever was going on. This is why your sandwich is laden with oil, as is everything else.

You should try Roots Coffee Bar to see what good food is all about. Try the Pecan Smoked Shoulder Bacon Burrito. They even make their own salsa. Their biscuits and gravy actually has sausage in it. They serve some of the best coffee in town. Not glorified Folgers like your place. I could have eaten there twice for the price I paid at your place. You should have been offering me a refund, not complimenting other restaurants."

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What People Like

Creative and delicious grilled cheese sandwiches
Cozy diner atmosphere
Friendly and attentive staff

What People Dislike

Occasional cold food temperature

Frequently Asked Questions

Druff's is famous for its creative grilled cheese sandwiches, with popular options like The Fun Group, The Good Doctor, and the Action Parmesan.

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Yes, Druff's offers brunch on Saturdays and Sundays starting at 9am, featuring special brunch items and favorites from their anytime menu.

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Customers highly recommend pairing sandwiches with their famous tomato soup, fresh fruit, or house-made chips and dip.

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Druff's has a casual, old-school diner vibe, so there is no specific dress code. Come as you are!

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Yes, Druff's offers a Vegan Melt sandwich made with vegan cheese, sweet onions, and house-made thousand island sauce on sourdough.

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Yes, Druff's offers to-go orders, though some reviews mention potential issues with food temperature upon arrival.

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Comfort food and brunch come together in harmony between two slices of sourdough bread at Druff’s, a tiny diner tucked into the corner of North Jefferson Avenue and Park Central East. Known for its crazy grilled cheese sandwich combinations, a popular breakfast sandwich is {The Fun Group} made with cheddar cheese, bacon, fried egg, and an apple between two slices of sourdough. A side of tomato soup, ruffled potato chips or fresh fruit are the perfect combinations to finish off the meal.

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Beginning this October, you can find brunch at Springfield’s favorite grilled cheese shop. Located on the first floor of the historic Woodruff building, Druff’s opened its doors in May, and brunch will soon be available Saturdays and Sundays beginning at 9am. Druff’s brunch includes some items from its anytime menu, so – dreams do come true – you can get the [Fungroup] (Cheddar, bacon, fried egg, seasoned and cooked apple on sourdough) for breakfast.

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331 Park Central East, Springfield, 417-719-1719The Deal: $10.00The Lowdown: This place has an almost grilled cheese–exclusive menu, so of course it’s on the list. For classic “just like mom made it” flavor (and to save a little dough), go for the Crump Classic at Druff’s. Gouda, Colby and cheddar melt beneath crispy sourdough, just begging to be dunked in the house tomato soup.

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Located right off the Square, Druff's is accepting reservations for Valentine's Day. The restaurant is offering $55 dinners for two, which includes an appetizer, sandwiches, soup and dessert. To make a reservation, call 417-719-1719, email info@yumdruffs.com or message the restaurant on Facebook or Instagram.

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Transport yourself to the 1970s at Druff’s Diner, a retro-style diner serving up delicious coffee, breakfast items, and comfort food classics. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff will make you feel right at home. Don't forget to take a picture in front of their iconic "Greetings from Springfield" mural.

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- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (23 reviews)- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5)- Type of cuisine: American, Soups- Price: $$ - $$$- Address: 331 Park Central E, Springfield, MO 65806-2586- Read more on Tripadvisor

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I would say Druff’s is one of the most underrated breakfast spots in all of Springfield. Druff’s breakfast sandwiches and bowls leave me full and happy every time. The Swipe Right with a mimosa is my go-to move when I visit.

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