If you’re looking for the best places to eat in Branson, MO then you’ve come to the right place. We’ve taken actual reviews from real people who have eaten at just about every restaurant in Branson. We’ve sifted through the good and the bad and compiled a list of the top 10 places to eat in Branson, Missouri. Whether you’re lucking for breakfast, lunch, or dinner in Branson we’ve got you covered! Also, if you’re looking for Branson dining coupons then be sure to check out our list of Branson coupons. If you plan on staying at a resort or hotel in Branson, then be sure to also check out our list of the best Branson Missouri hotels.
So where are the best places to eat in Branson? Let’s jump into the list and see!
1) Mel’s Hard Luck Diner
2800 W Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-0150
A 50′s style theme with traditional diner food and a singing staff. Burgers, fries, and shakes can’t be beaten.
2) Landry’s Seafood House
2900 W State Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 339-1010
Excellent seafood.
3) Tony Z’s Italian Restaurante & Lounge
300 Terrace Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 332-0610
4) Chateau Grille at Chateau on the Lake Resort
415 North State Highway 265
Branson, MO 65616
(888) 333-5253
(417) 334-1161
(417) 339-5566 – Fax
Excellent fine dining experience.
5) Shorty Small’s
3270 Yellow Ribbon Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-8797
6) The Rails Catfish & Seafood Buffet
433 Animal Safari Rd
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 336-3401
Great, southern home-cookin’.
7) Candlestick Inn
127 Taney St
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-3633
Fine dining wityh an excellent view and an even better menu.
8) Montana Mike’s Steakhouse
3225 W State Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 334-2766
9) Rib Crib Branson
1855 W Highway 76
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 337-7427
Best ribs in town. Period.
10) Billygail’s
5291 State Highway 265
Branson, MO 65616
(417) 338-8883
The best breakfast in Branson, MO.
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If you’ve eaten at any of these restaurants in Branson, MO or others that you think belong among the best places to eat then please share your thoughts in the comments area below!

Are you insane?! Mel’s Hard Luck Diner ruined my trip! There is nothing at Mel’s that is any better than what I ate in my high school cafeteria. The food forced my wife and I to waste an afternoon taking turns on our hotel toilet and ruined a day of our vacation. And the worst part is the service, it takes forever to get your meal because the staff are all washed up old Baldknobbers back up singers that are too busy trying to hock their CD’s instead of bringing you your food!! This place was a complete waste of time and money!!
I agree with Matt, as soon as I saw Mel’s Hard Luck Dinner on this list, I discredited the rest. That place was horrible.
I have yet to find a decent place to eat in Branson.
The Rails is absolutely fantastic! Landers is great too! I love LOVE breakfast at Penelope’s
The Rails is out of Business & the building is 4 -sale!!
Tony Z’s has been out of business for quite a while now– it is now Tri-States Utilities offices!!!
Mel’s is really #1!!! They have the best food and GREAT entertainment!!! My family and I always eat at Mel’s. My mom always gets the ruben and she say’s “It’s the BEST!!!” The club is very good to!!! When u go to Branson u can’t miss out on the good food and entertainment!!!:)