But as the town continues to grow as a tourist destination, its restaurant landscape is expanding, too.
Among Cherry’s favorite Branson eats?
“Local fish out of our lakes,” she says, “Or barbecue and smoked meats.
A nighttime view of Highway 76 in Branson, Missouri,.Credit:Getty Images
I can’t eat enough.”
From dinner shows to theme park treats to classic breakfast spots, Branson is a must-visit for foodies.
Here are five types of foods you should try if you visit Branson, Missouri.
A barbecue sampler plate at Danna’s BBQ and Burger Shop in Branson, Missouri.Credit:Terri Peters
Linda Cherry has been a business owner in Branson for over 40 years.
Cherry owns both aninterior design businessand agift boutique.
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Barbecue
There’s some reallygood barbecueto be found in this Ozark destination.
Warm pull-apart cinnamon bread at Branson’s Silver Dollar City theme park.Credit:Terri Peters
“Smokehouses were a big deal here for preservation of meats,” she says.
“Today, you get into how they are smoking it: Are they smoking it with oak?
Are they smoking it with pecan?
Coffee, muffins, biscuits and gravy, and other breakfast items at Branson’s Steamy Joe Cafe.Credit:Terri Peters
Are they smoking it with another hard wood?
Are they adding some apples?
Are they mixing in peaches?
While performers and live animals entertain, guests are served a four-course dinner at Dolly Parton’s Stampede Dinner Attraction.Credit:Terri Peters
You really start to see things here that you didnt know existed.”
In Branson, everything’s on the barbecue menu, fromsmoked sausagesto pulled pork and chicken.
Dinner With a Show
Branson is known as the live music show capital of the world.
Pot roast, mashed potatoes, creamed corn, chicken and dumplings, and other Southern delights served family-style at Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen in Branson.Credit:Terri Peters
