BEST RESTAURANT OFF THE BEATEN PATH

Old Luxemburg Inn

1900 South 15th St., 528-0503

Tucked away on Springfield’s east side is a gem. Old Luxemburg is a quaint and cozy establishment with a retro feel. Since we were unfamiliar with the 50-year-old establishment, we decided to find out what voters already know. The atmosphere is comfortably nostalgic, yet the menu is a bit upscale. As we thumbed through the menu we couldn’t quite decide. “Customers love our fried lobster,” stated our waitress. Though fried lobster sounds quite strange we opted to try it, along with the fried cauliflower and the teriyaki salmon. As the waitress brought our food, we were amazed at the generous portions. In the end, both entrées were absolutely wonderful. We also loved the baked potato, which was covered with a delicious cheese sauce and chives. The best part was price. Dinner for two was $40.

Runner-up: Lake Pointe Grill