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Café Cusco

4.6 (2940 reviews)
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Lomo Saltado

Recommended multiple times for being delicious, uniquely good, and full of flavor. Reviewers also praised it as a standout main dish that they would order again.

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Amazon Fried Rice

Mentioned more than once as a flavorful, satisfying dish. One reviewer said it was packed with flavor, and another included it among the best items they ordered.

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Jackfruit Fajitas

Frequently highlighted as a great vegan option. Reviewers called it amazing and delicious, making it one of the most praised plant-based dishes.

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Trout

Praised in several reviews for being awesome and one of the reviewer’s go-to dishes. It was also paired with tasty mashed potatoes and described as consistently excellent.

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Cheesecake

Highly recommended as a phenomenal dessert that is hard to resist. Reviewers loved its rich taste and said it was so good they could start or end their meal with it.

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Fried Guacamole

Recommended as part of a strong meal lineup and appreciated for being a memorable appetizer. It was included among dishes described as very good overall.

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Yucca Fries

Mentioned as a tasty side that was part of an excellent meal. Reviewers grouped it with other dishes they said were all delicious.

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Torta De Askinosie

Recommended as a dessert that stood out enough to be specifically mentioned. It was described positively as part of an excellent dining experience.

Location details

234 E Commercial St, Springfield, Missouri, 65803, US

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Hours

Monday 11 AM to 9 PM
Tuesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM to 9 PM
Thursday 11 AM to 9 PM
Friday 11 AM to 9 PM
Saturday 11 AM to 9 PM
Sunday 11 AM to 8 PM

About Café Cusco

Upbeat restaurant featuring traditional Peruvian plates & cocktails in a stylish, colorful interior.

Amenities & services

From the business

  • Identifies as Latino-owned
  • Identifies as LGBTQ+ owned
  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • Onsite services
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great coffee
  • Great dessert
  • Great tea selection
  • Great wine list
  • Serves local specialty

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Happy hour drinks
  • Happy hour food
  • Hard liquor
  • Healthy options
  • Organic dishes
  • Private dining room
  • Small plates
  • Vegan options
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Catering
  • Dessert
  • Seating
  • Table service

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Gender-neutral restroom
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Quiet
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • College students
  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments
  • Credit cards

Children

  • Good for kids
  • Has changing table(s)
  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking
  • Usually plenty of parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Frequently asked questions

What is Café Cusco known for?

Café Cusco is especially known for Peruvian dishes like puca picante, lomo saltado, and Amazon fried rice, plus a separate vegan menu and many gluten-free choices. Reviewers repeatedly praise the bold flavors, the homemade hot sauce, and the fact that many dishes are hard to find elsewhere in Springfield.

What dishes are most recommended at Café Cusco?

Reviewers most often highlight the Olive Mango Trout, trout, jackfruit fajitas, Portabello Saltado, Amazon Fried Rice, and Lúcuma Cheesecake. Other frequently mentioned favorites include fried rabbit, Jalea Mixta, yucca fries, and fried guacamole, with comments that the food is flavorful and worth the price.

What is the atmosphere like at Café Cusco?

The atmosphere is described as cozy, historic, quiet, and romantic, with a colorful interior, stained glass booths, and an upstairs dining room used on Friday and Saturday nights. It seems to work well for groups, couples, solo diners, and people looking for a laid-back but polished meal.

Is Café Cusco good value, and what is the price range?

Café Cusco falls in the $20 to $30 range, and reviewers often say the food is worth the wait and the money. Guests also mention generous flavor, strong gluten-free value, and dishes like Amazon Fried Rice, Lomo Saltado, and desserts that feel worth returning for.

Do you need a reservation or is there a best time to go?

Dinner reservations are recommended, especially because the upstairs dining room is used on Friday and Saturday nights and the restaurant can be busy. Reviewers also note fast service and prompt food delivery, so lunch or an earlier dinner may be a smoother visit if you want a quieter experience.

Is parking available at Café Cusco?

Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Usually plenty of parking is available.

Does Café Cusco have vegetarian options?

Yes, Café Cusco offers vegan options.

Is Café Cusco kid-friendly?

Yes, Café Cusco is good for kids.

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