Ms. Gilmore's
211 E Commercial St, Springfield, MO
Crema's Take
“Ms. Gilmore's is a whimsical, eccentric spot that feels like stepping into a charming tea parlor, complete with an impressive selection of loose-leaf teas served generously by the pot and beloved sandwiches like their standout Hot Brown and Monte Cristo. The vibe is equal parts classy and playful with thoughtful decor, making it an ideal gathering place for friends and families, even on busy weekend mornings when the staff manages the crowds gracefully. Whether you're stopping by for a full brunch or just tea and pastries, this independent favorite has earned its 4.6-star reputation by delivering solid food, genuine hospitality, and an experience that feels genuinely special rather than cookie-cutter.”
What to expect
Google Reviews
I don't give out a lot of five stars but Ms Gilmore's definitely earned it! A friend and I went their for lunch in January. I got their Hot Brown (amazing) and my friend got the Monte Cristo - equally good. I also splurged with a slice of lemon raspberry cake - that buttercream was so good! I am definitely going back and taking more friends!
Such a cool place to meet up with gals for tea and pastries!! A very eccentric and classy vibe with so many tea options. They sell it by the pot and each pot is easily enough for 2 people. I'm not a huge tea drinker and always need to add sugar, but the Londonderry tea i got was perfect as brewed! I got the Chocolate Caramel Ooey Gooey bars and it was amazing. On top of the good pastries, they have a full lunch menu which I will need to come back for. After you're done eating, the restaurant has its own cute boutique with neat finds. Overall, a beautiful tea shop I would recommend visiting!
Went for a mother/daughter brunch on a Saturday. Despite being such a busy weekend, the 4 of us were still able to be seated in under 30 minutes. The food portions were larger than expected, and the taste of both food and tea was wonderful!
I loved this place! It was cute and whimsical. The decor was fun and pretty. Our service was good and the sandwiches were delicious. I had the chicken salad, and hubby had the club. There's a nice little gift shop and, of course, the sweet treats. 😍🤩 They all looked absolutely delicious! We were stuffed from lunch so we decided to get some treats to go. We went with the lemon meringue bar, brownie, blackberry macaroon, and a slice of strawberry cake.
Stopped in for lunch with my mom and sister, we did the Tea for Two and added a third plate. The food was good but the portions were a bit small. The tea was very good as well, but again the pots were a bit small for the price. Overall it was good and had a cute environment and vibe to it. If we go back would stick to a main entree as those appeared to be of adequate portions, but was still a nice tea experience. Would definitely recommend the Jasmine Orchard tea!
Crema Reviews
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