Guidebook for Jefferson City
Food Scene
We like the local places. This is a micro-brewery, so it is casual. There isn't anything on their menu that isn't good, but we like the wings and pizzas. You can also get a bocce ball game going on their courts for added entertainment.
20 locals recommend
Prison Brews
305 Ash StWe like the local places. This is a micro-brewery, so it is casual. There isn't anything on their menu that isn't good, but we like the wings and pizzas. You can also get a bocce ball game going on their courts for added entertainment.
Another local spot. It is located just across the river and is a great place to hang out and socialize. They provide excellent food, often have entertainment and the most beautiful view of the capitol.
11 locals recommend
Canterbury Hill Winery and Restaurant
1707 South Summit DriveAnother local spot. It is located just across the river and is a great place to hang out and socialize. They provide excellent food, often have entertainment and the most beautiful view of the capitol.
The Veit's family have owned and operated restaurants in Jefferson City for years. Their mushroom and onion ring appetizers are fabulous. Everything we have tried is very good, but their fried chicken is the best!
Veit's Pub & Grill
2314 Lorenzo Greene DriveThe Veit's family have owned and operated restaurants in Jefferson City for years. Their mushroom and onion ring appetizers are fabulous. Everything we have tried is very good, but their fried chicken is the best!
This is a home town, country cooking cafe with great breakfasts and delicious dinners. If you like home cooking, this is your place.
Mel's Cafe
2421 Industrial DrThis is a home town, country cooking cafe with great breakfasts and delicious dinners. If you like home cooking, this is your place.
Parks & Nature
Inside, explore more than 3,000 square-feet of exhibits that lead you through a myriad of Missouri's natural habitats. Featured in the exhibit area are a 3,580 gallon fish aquarium, live amphibians and reptiles, hands-on activities for children, an indoor wildlife viewing area, a nature library, a small gift shop and other displays.
Venture outside to discover more than two miles of hiking trails, open daily, 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Also, you can climb a 60 foot fire-tower for a panoramic view of the city and the area's dramatically rolling landscape.
The Naturescape Trail is handicap accessible. Self-guided tours available; naturalist-led programs by advance notice.
17 locals recommend
Runge Nature Center
330 Commerce DrInside, explore more than 3,000 square-feet of exhibits that lead you through a myriad of Missouri's natural habitats. Featured in the exhibit area are a 3,580 gallon fish aquarium, live amphibians and reptiles, hands-on activities for children, an indoor wildlife viewing area, a nature library, a small gift shop and other displays.
Venture outside to discover more than two miles of hiking trails, open daily, 6 a.m.-9 p.m. Also, you can climb a 60 foot fire-tower for a panoramic view of the city and the area's dramatically rolling landscape.
The Naturescape Trail is handicap accessible. Self-guided tours available; naturalist-led programs by advance notice.
Sightseeing
Make reservations for a tour. This is one history lesson you'll never forget!
18 locals recommend
Missouri State Penitentiary
115 Lafayette StMake reservations for a tour. This is one history lesson you'll never forget!
Missouri State Capitol
201 W Capitol AveRich in history.
Shopping
Capital Mall
3600 Country Club DrLess than a mile from our home.
Great selection for to go food or food preparation. It has most everything you will need.
6 locals recommend
Hy-Vee
3721 W Truman BlvdGreat selection for to go food or food preparation. It has most everything you will need.