🍽️ Showpig Foodies — Springfield Edition
She now calls Rushville, Indiana home, but for years she exhibited at Team Purebred, the Illinois State Fair, and grew up just a short drive from Springfield.
For this edition of Showpig Foodies, we caught up with Jenna Jackman to learn about her favorite places to eat, unwind, and explore while visiting Springfield.
From iconic breakfast spots and local pizza favorites to horseshoes at D’Arcy’s Pint, Jenna’s recommendations cover everything you need for a successful week at Team Purebred. If her list proves anything, it’s that you haven’t truly experienced Springfield until you’ve ordered a horseshoe.
Good luck to all the exhibitors, families, and breeders headed to Team Purebred next week! 🐷🍀
JENNA’S TOP SPOTS
BREAKFAST
- Charlie Parker’s Diner
charlieparkersdiner.comA Springfield staple that appeared on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives.
PIZZA
- Sapori Pizza
saporipizza.comGreat carry-out option featuring upscale and unique toppings. - Dillon’s Pizza
dillonspizza.comLocated on Dirksen Parkway and convenient to the fairgrounds.
PUB FOOD
- D’Arcy’s Pint
darcyspintonline.comA MUST. Home of Springfield’s famous horseshoe. - Main Gate Bar & Grill
themaingatebarandgrill.comLocated directly across from the fairgrounds. - Kentucky Burn
kentuckyburn.comOwned by the same group as Main Gate and located right next door.
ITALIAN
- Bella Milano
bellamilanos.com - Saputo’s
saputos.com - Fulgenzi’s
facebook.com/FulgenzisPizzaLocated near the fairgrounds.
MEXICAN
- Casa Real
casa-real-cantina-grill.website - Xochimilco
xochimilcorestaurant.com
THINGS TO DO IN SPRINGFIELD
SHOPPING
- Scheels
scheels.comA destination all by itself for sporting goods, apparel, gifts, and more.
HISTORY
- Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum
presidentlincoln.illinois.govOne of Springfield’s most popular attractions and a must-see for first-time visitors.