The Railyard on Historic Route 66

❤️ HEY SPRINGFIELD, CAN WE ASK YOU A LITTLE FAVOR?

Nothing crazy. Just a little love for the independent businesses working hard right here in your community!

First, if you're seeing this post, drop your FAVORITE emoji in the comments! 👇😂 No explanation needed. Leave us guessing! We just want to know we're reaching you!

And while we've got your attention, let's clear something up! 👀

Google is currently showing The Railyard as PERMANENTLY CLOSED! 😳 We promise you, that couldn't be further from the truth! We're very much OPEN, and we're working to get that information corrected as quickly as possible!

And if you've got a minute, we'd LOVE to hear from you! Tell us something about yourself, your favorite thing to order from one of our vendors, or something you've been wanting to try!

Here's why we're asking...

We hear ALL THE TIME from people who had no idea this little outdoor food court even existed right here in Springfield! And with social media algorithms making it harder to reach everyone, we could really use your help spreading the word.

Share this post, tag a friend, or tell someone about The Railyard! Better yet, bring them along for a visit!

Because behind every one of our food and drink vendors is an independent business. Real people putting in long hours, preparing great food, and showing up each week hoping to share what they love doing with this community. Every visit, every purchase, and every recommendation makes a difference. ❤️

Now, about this weather... 🍂

It's the Midwest, folks! A little chilly weather isn't going to scare us away, is it?! The sun is shining, there's some pretty incredible food being made, and we've got drinks to go along with it!

🔥 Our patio heaters and fire pits are ready to go TODAY, so you can enjoy a little warmth while you're here!

We know the temperatures dipped a little lower than expected this week, and we promise, those cozy little igloos are in the works! We're getting everything ready to make The Railyard a comfortable place to enjoy even as the temperatures drop. And hey, it's supposed to warm back up a bit, too!

WE'RE STILL HERE, AND WE'RE OPEN THROUGH DECEMBER 19TH! 🎄

We've got more events, great food, warm drinks, and a little Winter Wonderland magic on the way.

We're excited about what this place can become, and we're so thankful for everyone who's already been part of it.

Now, let's see those emojis! We want to hear from YOU! ❤️

Wings, Street Tacos, Soup, Fruit Pizzas, Drinks and DRANKS (yep the alcoholic kind) 🤩 Those are just a few of the things you'll find here tonight! Our new seasonal hours have started. We're open from 4:00 - 8:00 pm tonight. We'll have the heaters blazing or enjoy a seat in the building. It's all up to you!

COULD YOUR FOOD BUSINESS BE THE NEXT ADDITION TO THE RAILYARD?

We're looking for our next food vendor(s), and we'd love to hear what you've got cooking!

The Railyard was built around the idea of bringing a variety of independently operated food businesses together in one location. Our goal is to create a diverse lineup of food vendors, giving customers a wide variety of foods to enjoy while allowing each business to focus on what it does best.

Our current lineup offers fresh baked goods and sweet treats, Mexican cuisine, slow-smoked BBQ meats, and a variety of beverages including coffees, dirty sodas, hot cocoa, and specialty drinks. As we continue to grow, we're looking for concepts that complement what we already offer rather than duplicate it.

So, what are people asking for? We've heard everything from pizza, burgers, hot dogs, french fries, and appetizer-style foods to hibachi and plenty of other ideas! These aren't necessarily the concepts we're specifically seeking, but they give you an idea of the variety our customers would love to see.

HERE'S WHERE THE OPPORTUNITY COMES IN!

We currently have one food-service container available, and as we make some adjustments to our layout for next season, we anticipate another opportunity opening up. Don't worry, we're not losing any of our current vendors! We're simply making room to grow our lineup.

Maybe you've been dreaming of opening your own food business but aren't ready for the expense of a traditional restaurant. Maybe you're looking for a seasonal operation, a place to test your concept, or an additional location for an already established business.

There isn't just one way to make this opportunity work!

Our food-service containers offer access to a shared commercial commissary kitchen, creating opportunities for both established operators and entrepreneurs ready to take that next step.

INTERESTED? HERE'S WHERE TO START!

Visit www.RailyardSpringfield66.com and complete the Vendor Interest Form located at the bottom of our Eat & Drink page.

We know you'll probably have questions, and we're happy to answer them! We simply ask that interested businesses start by submitting the form so we can learn a little about you, your experience, and what you'd like to bring to The Railyard.

We're excited to review the interest, explore new ideas, and find the right additions to our growing little venue.

KNOW SOMEONE WHO MIGHT BE A GREAT FIT?

Share this post with them! Whether they're already running a food business or have been waiting for the right opportunity to get started, this could be exactly the chance they've been looking for!

Your next big opportunity might just start with one little container!!

🍂 NEW MONTH, NEW SEASON, NEW HOURS! ⏰

November is here, the clocks have changed, and suddenly it's getting dark before we know it!

With those cooler temperatures and earlier sunsets, we're officially moving into what we consider our Winter Season at The Railyard.

That means a couple of changes to our schedule!

WINTER SEASON HOURS
🍁 Thursday: Closed
🍁 Friday: 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🍁 Saturday: 11:00 AM – 8:00 PM

And don't worry, we're not wrapping up our season until December 19th! We've still got plenty of great food, fun events, and holiday festivities ahead!

A LITTLE CHILL WON'T STOP THE FUN!
We'll have the fire pits and heaters going to help take the edge off those cooler evenings. And if you need a little warming up from the inside out, stop by BREW for something warm to sip on! ☕

AND SPEAKING OF WINTER...
We're getting ready to bring a little Winter Wonderland magic to The Railyard! 🎄 But don't worry, we're not rushing Christmas just yet. We've still got some fall fun to enjoy first!

So break out those warmer jackets, check out our upcoming events, and make plans to visit!

The days may be getting shorter, but we've still got plenty of memories to make before December 19th! 🍁

Happy Halloween! Stop by BREW when you're here trick or treating today! They have dirty sodas, brewed coffee, cold brews, hot cocoa, and lemonades!

We are OPEN tonight! Come grab your favorite eats.

DJ Blake (Bob Ross) will be playing 90s throwbacks and Halloween tunes from 6 - 9 pm. Costume contest registration starts at 6 too! 🍬👻🎃🎧 The fire pits are here to keep you warm!