Let’s Eat!
Farmhouse Restaurant
Good old homestyle chicken, biscuits and gravy, and more…
119 Main St, Branson (Approx. .2 miles from the convention center)
Branson Cafe
Traditional fare is what you’ll find here; they have been in operation since 1910 in the historic downtown! Breakfast, sandwiches, chicken, fish, steak, meatloaf, desserts, and more. 120 W. Main Street (Approx. .2 miles from convention center)
Mellow Mushroom (ride the trolley)
This fun pizza place claims to make the best pizza in Branson! They also serve up munchies, greens, calzones and burgers, all in a fun and fantastically themed dining room. Gluten-free and vegan options available. 333 Branson Landing (approximately .8 miles from the convention center)
Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen (ride the trolley)
Paula Deen is known for her Southern style menu including fried chicken, pot roast, chicken and dumplings, ribs, with corn on the cob, and mac & cheese among the sides. Kids’ portions available. 545 Branson Landing (Approx. .5 miles from convention center.)
Cakes & Cream Café & Drive-In
Enjoy burgers, pizza, ice cream sundaes, and more while watching classic flicks, cartoons and movies at a replica of the old-time drive-in theaters that are no more. Then play mini-golf! 2805 W. 76 Country Boulevard (Approx. 3.5 miles from convention center.)
Mel’s Hard Luck Diner
In the style of an old-fashioned diner, you can order chili dogs, burgers, and plate specials, not to mention malts and ice cream. What sets this diner apart is the staff are professional performers who will sing to you while you eat! 2800 West Highway, W 76 Country Boulevard, Branson (Approx. 3.5 miles from the convention center)
Pasghetti’s Restaurant & Attraction
Family-style Italian dining in a most fun and unique setting! Themed dining rooms are set in the 1930s in New York. A game room and the World’s Largest Fork and Meatball are some of the highlights. West 76 Country Boulevard (Approx. 3.9 miles from convention center)
•See Branson Boardgame Cafe under What Should We Do?
How To Get Around
Branson has very limited public transportation. The good news is that the Free Downtown Trolley, Sparky connects historic downtown Branson with Branson’s Landing and the Branson Convention Center. It runs 9am -6pm, 7 days a week.
If you wish to travel beyond Sparky’s route, there are car rentals, shuttles and taxis. Here are a few services you could try:
Jerry’s Shuttle Service: 417-348-1419
Ride A WayZ Shuttle Service: 417-336-6789
Branson Taxi & Rideshare Concierge Services: 708-0471
What Should We Do?
Branson Boardgame Café
Technically a restaurant, the big draw is Dozens…no Hundreds of games from classics like Apples to Apples to Mysterium (mystery solving) or even Hungry Hungry Hippos. Sandwiches include the Candy Landwich Meal featuring pb & j. Slushies, coffees, and frappucinos are available to enjoy between Pictionary sketches. 103 S Business Hwy 65 (Approx. .1 mile from convention center)
Main Street Pops
Ice cream pops you can customize by choosing a flavor, a dip, and a dusting! Dairy-free options available. 110 E. Main Street (Approx. .1 mile from convention center)
Dick’s 5 & 10
“it’s just like old times!” That’s Dick’s 5 & 10 tagline. Dick’s has unique gifts, one-of-a-kind hobby collections including arrowheads and trains, plus toys from yesteryear, home items, games, hobby supplies, sewing notions, and more. There is something for everyone at Dick’s! 103 W. Main Street (Approx. .3 mile from convention center)
Mr. B’s Ice Cream Parlor
Serves up old fashioned ice cream and handcrafted sandwiches! 102 S. Business 65, Branson, MO 65616 (Approx. .2 mile from convention center)
Centennial Museum
This is a great place to learn a bit about Branson, the history, culture, and how it became a music hub. Free entrance. 120 S. Commercial Street, Branson (Approx. .2 mile from convention center)
Branson Scenic Railway (ride the trolley)
Climb aboard a vintage passenger train at the historic 1905 depot. Each car is uniquely decorated and the scenery through the foothills of the Ozark Mountains is beautiful! Choose from a 45 minute daytime trip or a dinner excursion. Reservations required. The intersection of Main Street and Branson Landing Boulevard. 800-2-Train-2, [email protected]
Queen Esther Biblical Show
This Bible story is brought to life in a spectacular way with live animals, lovely settings, and an inspiring message! Sight & Sound Theaters, 1001 Shepherd of the Hills Expy (approx. 4.2 miles from convention center)
The Branson Craft Mall
This mall features crafts and artisans in action, creating their works before your eyes. Artisans include basket weavers, silversmiths, potters, engravers and carvers, plus clothing, bead and stained-glass artists. Custom orders may be available. 694 Historic Highway 165 (Approx. 4.5 miles from convention center)
Dinosaur Museum
Life-sized dinosaur replicas and information about their habits will take you back in time! Fossil exhibits, and documentary films deliver more educational fun. There’s even a scavenger hunt! 3619 W 76 Country Boulevard (Approx. 5.2 miles from convention center)
World’s Largest Toy Museum
From the colonial days to the good old days of your childhood, there are a million toys in this museum! It’s a toy-riffic way to spend some time with your kids! 3609 W 76 Country Boulevard (Approx. 5.1 miles from convention center)
Branson Landing Fun (ride the trolley)
Branson Landing Water & Fire Show
You won’t want to miss the Fountain Show, a grand display of 120-foot geysers and fire columns, and lights all set to music. 100 Branson Landing Boulevard
Parakeet Pete’s Steampunk Balloon
This truly unique adventure gives the enjoyment of floating away in a balloon without leaving the steel structure in which it is encased. Enjoy beautiful views of Branson and Lake Taneycomo.Visitors of all ages can ride in the balloon, believed to be the only one of its kind in North America. 1113 Branson Landing
Shipwrecked Treasure Museum
This museum gives your kids the fun of a treasure hunt through exhibits, displays and interactive features! You’ll see authentic artifacts from historical shipwrecks and more. 505 Branson Landing Boulevard
