Maldaner's Restaurant & Catering

Maldaner's Restaurant & Catering Locally sourced foods. High quality meats, vegetables and ingredients. Historic downtown restaurant Welcome to Maldaner's
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Established in 1884, Maldaner's Restaurant and Catering is one of Springfield's finest restaurants. If you have visited The Old State Capitol, Frank Lloyd Wright's Dana-Thomas House or the State Capitol, you can imagine the wonderful celebrations Maldaner's likely was a part of at the turn of the last century and to the present day. Today, under the guidance of Chef-Owner Michael Higgins, Maldaner's respects tradition while offering the best of contemporary American fine dining in our historical setting. Chef Higgins features seasonal local and regional ingredients influenced by Mediterranean composition and preparation. Heirloom vegetables, humanely raised meats and Slow Food all artistically prepared and presented.

This one is worth coming in for. 🤤Perfectly seared scallops served over creamy lemon pesto risotto, finished with a silk...
09/16/2026

This one is worth coming in for. 🤤

Perfectly seared scallops served over creamy lemon pesto risotto, finished with a silky pesto cream and crispy pancetta for that irresistible salty crunch.

Rich, bright, savory and seriously delicious. Come enjoy it at Maldaner’s tonight! 🍽️

A Springfield staple since 1884, Maldaner’s is honored to be nominated in THREE categories in the Illinois Times Best of...
09/12/2026

A Springfield staple since 1884, Maldaner’s is honored to be nominated in THREE categories in the Illinois Times Best of Springfield Readers Poll! ❤️

🏆 Best Chef — Michael Higgins
🌱 Best Farm-to-Table Restaurant
🍽️ Best Fine Dining Restaurant

We’re proud to serve our community with fresh, locally sourced ingredients and the quality dining experience that has been a Maldaner’s tradition for generations.

We’d be honored to have your vote! Thank you, Springfield, for your continued support! ❤️

https://www.illinoistimes.com/springfield-bestofspringfield-page/ #/gallery?group=558119

Make Maldaner’s part of your weekend plans. Join us for dinner and save room for something sweet! Our Caramel Apple Pump...
09/11/2026

Make Maldaner’s part of your weekend plans.

Join us for dinner and save room for something sweet! Our Caramel Apple Pumpkin Crisp is topped with vanilla ice cream and a drizzle of caramel sauce. 🍎🎃🍨

We’ll see you this weekend! 🥂

New on the menu 🍤 🌽🍅Our Shrimp & Grits small plate features tender shrimp in a Cajun tomato sauce with cherry tomatoes, ...
09/10/2026

New on the menu 🍤 🌽🍅

Our Shrimp & Grits small plate features tender shrimp in a Cajun tomato sauce with cherry tomatoes, served over creamy, cheesy sweet corn grits.

Rich, savory, and definitely one you’ll want to try. Come see us for dinner!

09/03/2026

‼️ More good news for the Vegan Chef Challenge, Springfield!

Maldaner's Restaurant & Catering is stepping back into the spotlight for this year's edition of the month-long foodie event 🤩 It means even more vegan specials to order October 1-31!

Be sure to keep this local gem high on your October dining radar! Launch day is coming up fast 💚

09/03/2026

Please join us for our upcoming Gundlach-Bundschu of Sonoma Wine Dinner with Breakthru Beverage Company and Hernan Valverde, National Sales Manager of Gundlach-Bundschu, who will be presenting the wines.

Tuesday, September 8th, at Maldaner's Restaurant at 6 pm.
$120/person (inclusive of tax and gratuity).
Call at 217-698-1112 to make your reservation soon!

Below you will find the menu that Chef Higgins has planned along with the wine paired with each course. This is sure to be a memorable, enjoyable and delicious dinner!

Reception - Appetizers of Chef's choice
Gundlach Bundschu Dry Gewurtztraminer Spritz

First Course
Open Faced Crab Salad on Focaccia Bread
Gundlach Bundschu Sauvignon Blanc 2025

Second Course
Roasted Pork Loin with Black Garlic Sauce and Seasonal Vegetables
Gundlach Bundschu Mountain Cuvee Red Blend 2023

Third Course
Braised Short Ribs over Creamy Root Vegetables & Mushroom Puree
Gundlach Bundschu Merlot 2022

Fourth Course
Cheese Plate with Aged Gruyerre, Drunken Goat & Menage Cheeses
Gundlach Bundschu Cabernet Sauvignon 2021

Hope to see you there! Danielle, David and The Corkscrew Crew

Something special from the kitchen ✨Our rack of lamb is served with butternut squash purée, a rich lamb and red wine red...
09/03/2026

Something special from the kitchen ✨

Our rack of lamb is served with butternut squash purée, a rich lamb and red wine reduction, and finished with a date and olive relish.

On the menu now at Maldaner’s.

09/01/2026

September brings us some amazing opportunities for you to get creative at our historic sites! Check out the list of classes below. Please note all classes require advance reservations and some require fees for materials.

Thursdays are Art Nights at the Dana-Thomas House
🌼 Thursday, September 3: Monica Zanetti of Wild Rose leads you in creating a floral painting with a pumpkin. Reservations at https://ArtNightsDTH.eventbrite.com
🖌️Thursday, September 10: Carolyn Owen Sommer leads a watercolor class. Reservations at https://ArtNightsDTH.eventbrite.com
🌿Thursday, September 17: Mimi's Terrariums leads you in creating your own terrarium. Reservations at https://www.mimisterrariums.com/
🖌️Thursday, September 24: Carolyn Owen Sommer leads a watercolor class. Reservations at https://ArtNightsDTH.eventbrite.com

Saturdays are Capitol Creations at the Old State Capitol. September's theme is Sunflowers. Join Jenny Suttill from Studio on 6th, the Original Art Co-op to make a different painting each week. Reservations for all Capitol Creations classes are required at https://www.allpaintshop.com/
🌻Saturday, September 5: Sunflower in a Teacup
🌻Saturday, September 12: Sunflowers in a Bicycle Basket
🌻Saturday, September 19: Paint a sunflower themed door hanger
🌻Saturday, September 26: Create a sunflower painting that incorporates a heart

Image: People sit at tables in the gallery of the Dana-Thomas House, working on art projects.

Illinois Department of Natural Resources Illinois State Museum Visit Springfield Dana-Thomas House Foundation The Old State Capitol Foundation Downtown Springfield Heritage Foundation My Heart's Downtown Springfield, IL

Address

222 South 6th Street
Springfield, IL
62701

Opening Hours

Tuesday 11am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Friday 11am - 2:30pm
5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+12175224313

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