Leong's Asian Diner

Leong's Asian Diner Our mission is to offer favorites from the original Leong’s Tea House, alongside new interpretations Residents in Springfield, Missouri have long recognized Mr.
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Welcome to Leong’s Asian Diner, the place where east meets west! Our mission is to offer favorites from the original Leong’s Tea House alongside new interpretations of hearty dishes from traditional continental cuisine, and to serve our guests in an upscale and comfortable diner atmosphere for reasonable prices. Springfield-style cashew chicken comes with a well-documented story. Area natives love the regional favorite, and newcomers ultimately come to adopt it as their own. David Leong as the originator of Springfield-style cashew chicken, and as such they embrace the Leong family as a part of their own. David Leong immigrated to the United States in 1940 from Guangdong, China. He became a naturalized citizen, then served his adopted country during World War II. (During the Normandy invasion, he was in the fourth wave of troops to hit Omaha Beach.) In November 1963, he opened Leong’s Tea House, a 350-seat white-tablecloth restaurant on the suburban fringe of Springfield, Missouri in what had once been a cornfield. Inspired by the economy of the cashew chicken and the success of the Teahouse, a number of cashew-chicken-centric restaurants followed Mr. Leong’s lead. By the 1970s, the Leong family's dish had become such a part of the Springfield culinary scene that there were literally hundreds of Chinese restaurants serving their version of cashew chicken, and many still do today. Though Leong's Teahouse was closed in 1997, Leong's Asian Diner, now comes forward with a blend of time-tested and innovative cuisines, with respect of tradition and culinary know-how, to offer Springfield something new and exciting without pretentious terminology and exorbitant prices. The Leong family’s new venture comes forward into this millennium with a blend of inventive flair and experience very few can emulate. At Leong’s Asian Diner, guests can comfortably enjoy hearty and delicious fare that reflects our pledge: to honor culinary traditions from both hemispheres and to deliver cuisine in new and exciting ways, all without having to break the bank! Come in, sit a spell, and let us take care of you! We promise you’ll be back to try our many menu offerings and daily specials!

We are closed today for Labor Day. We will "Cashew" tomorrow.
09/07/2026

We are closed today for Labor Day.

We will "Cashew" tomorrow.

We’re proud to be featured in this story about the history of Springfield-style cashew chicken and our family’s role in ...
08/28/2026

We’re proud to be featured in this story about the history of Springfield-style cashew chicken and our family’s role in that legacy.

Thank you to My Family Travels for sharing our story

Taste the original Springfield-style cashew chicken at this Missouri restaurant, where a local culinary legend was born.

Call us or visit in person to apply.Address:1540 W Republic RdSpringfield, MO 65807Phone: 417-887-7500
08/21/2026

Call us or visit in person to apply.

Address:
1540 W Republic Rd
Springfield, MO 65807

Phone: 417-887-7500

Help us root on the Springfield Cashew Chickens! Leong's closes at 4pmGates open at 6:05pmGame begins at 7:05pm
08/13/2026

Help us root on the Springfield Cashew Chickens!

Leong's closes at 4pm
Gates open at 6:05pm
Game begins at 7:05pm

Join Leong’s Asian Diner at Route 66 Stadium tomorrow, Thursday, August 13, for a great night of baseball and a special ...
08/12/2026

Join Leong’s Asian Diner at Route 66 Stadium tomorrow, Thursday, August 13, for a great night of baseball and a special giveaway!

The Leong’s Asian Diner Springfield Cashew Chickens Replica Jersey Giveaway is happening tomorrow, with only 2,000 jerseys available while supplies last. Come out early, enjoy the game, and make sure you’re there for your chance to take home this special jersey.

Bring your friends and family and join us at Route 66 Stadium for an exciting night at the ballpark. We’re looking forward to seeing everyone and sharing a great night of baseball with all of you.
Don’t miss the game, the giveaway, and all the fun.

We’ll see you at Route 66 Stadium!

Leong's Kung Pao Chicken Every bite is packed with the classic flavors you love hot from the wok and ready to enjoy!Leon...
07/23/2026

Leong's Kung Pao Chicken

Every bite is packed with the classic flavors you love hot from the wok and ready to enjoy!

Leong's Asian Diner
417-887-7500

07/13/2026

The original Springfield-style cashew chicken has been served at this family-run Missouri diner since the nineteen sixties.

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07/02/2026

Address

1540 W Republic Road
Springfield, MO
65807

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 8:30pm
Tuesday 11am - 8:30pm
Wednesday 11am - 8:30pm
Thursday 11am - 8:30pm
Friday 11am - 9:30pm
Saturday 11am - 9:30pm
Sunday 11am - 5pm

Telephone

+14178877500

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