Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Downtown Springfield, Springfield
Bar in Springfield, United States
Book with PearlWhy go
Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar is a sensible downtown Springfield choice for steak, wine, a more occasion-driven dinner. Book it for dates, client meals, or small groups that want a slower night; choose a brewery, cafe, or rooftop lounge instead if drinks or value are the main priority.
About Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar
Is Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar worth planning around in Springfield? It can be, if you are looking for an evening venue with a smart-casual dress code and hours that are clearly built around dinner timing. The venue is in Springfield, it operates in the evening Monday through Saturday, it is closed Sunday.
Book it for an evening meal, not a lunch stop
Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar is open Monday through Thursday from 5–9 PM, Friday and Saturday from 5–10 PM, closed Sunday. With opening hours starting at 5 PM, plan it as a dinner option rather than a daytime meal. The smart-casual dress code also makes it a better fit for a planned night out than an ultra-casual drop-in.
Avoid over-planning around menu details, pricing, seating, reservation rules, or beverage offerings before checking current information. For a broader scan before committing, use our full Springfield restaurants guide and our full Springfield bars guide.
Use the known details to decide whether it fits your night
The most useful planning details are the evening hours and smart-casual dress code. If your group wants an evening window in Springfield and is comfortable with a more polished dress expectation, Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar is a reasonable candidate. If you need lunch, Sunday service, late-night hours, or details on specials, menus, or drinks, check current official information before making plans.
For other planning paths, compare it with Bruno's Italian Restaurant, Bambinos Cafe on Delmar, The Order Food & Drink, Tie & Timber Beer Co. or Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory, while confirming the current details that matter for your outing.
The verdict: choose Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar when its evening schedule and smart-casual setting match the occasion. Skip it when the group needs lunch, Sunday availability, or a late-night stop. Travelers building a fuller Springfield itinerary can also use our full Springfield hotels guide, our full Springfield wineries guide, our full Springfield experiences guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 314 W Walnut St, Springfield, MO 65806, USA
- Website
- flamesteakhouse.com
- Phone
- +1 417 862 4444
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Flame frames itself as a classic steakhouse with an elevated back‑bar program, marrying traditional grill‑room cues with a serious spirits and wine focus. The piece emphasizes a deliberate, constructed approach rather than a casual neighborhood standby, so the room reads as polished and composed: service and the bar get equal attention to the kitchen. That balance produces a refined downtown atmosphere where the ritual of steak and after‑dinner drinks feels purposeful. The result is an assured, tradition‑forward dining environment that privileges thoughtful beverage offerings alongside well‑executed proteins.
Best For
Flame is best for evening dining that leans toward purposeful occasions: dinners that want a reliably strong steak program and a considered wine and spirits list. Its downtown location near the arts and convention districts makes it well suited to date nights, celebratory dinners and business meals with out‑of‑town guests who expect more than a basic steakhouse. The focus on a serious back bar also appeals to diners who plan to linger with after‑dinner pours, and the venue’s positioning suggests it can host private gatherings tied to nearby events and performances.
Ordering Tips
Given the dual focus on grill and spirits, prioritize the pairing when you order: choose a benchmark steak and ask the staff for a wine from the list that complements a fuller red (the copy references Cabernet and Bordeaux as part of the classic model). Leave room for after‑dinner spirits—the description highlights single malts and a deeper spirits cabinet—so consider a digestif or a well‑made cocktail from the back bar to finish. The venue rewards diners who treat both the wine list and the spirits program as integral parts of the meal.
Venue details
Ambiance
Stylish bi-level design with rich wood paneling, soft lighting, dim ambiance, and elegant decor creating a refined and exclusive atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
Accessibility
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Wine Bar
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Jazz
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
Ahi Tuna Entree
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Also Consider
- Bruno's Italian Restaurant, Notable alternative
- The Order Food & Drink, Notable alternative
- Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory, Notable alternative
- Bambinos Cafe on Delmar, Notable alternative
- Tie & Timber Beer Co., Notable alternative
Bar context
How It Compares
Choose Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar over Bambinos Cafe on Delmar when the night needs steakhouse formality and a wine-led dinner. Bambinos is the easier casual pick for comfort food and lower-pressure meals; Flame is the better fit for dates, birthdays, business dinners where the room matters.
Against Bruno's Italian Restaurant and The Order Food & Drink, Flame is the more direct steak-and-wine choice. Bruno's makes more sense for Italian cravings, while The Order Food & Drink is the better cross-shop when the group wants a broader restaurant-bar feel rather than a steakhouse lane.
If drinks are the priority, compare the mood carefully. Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory is the stronger call for a view-driven lounge plan, while Tie & Timber Beer Co. is better for beer, casual pacing, groups that do not want a full dinner format. Flame wins when the table wants the meal, wine, room to carry the night.
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Compare Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar | Springfield | No published awards |
| Bruno's Italian Restaurant | Springfield | No published awards |
| The Order Food & Drink | Springfield | No published awards |
| Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory | Springfield | No published awards |
| Bambinos Cafe on Delmar | Springfield | No published awards |
| Tie & Timber Beer Co. | Springfield | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar good for groups?
It may work for groups planning an evening meal in Springfield. For larger parties or private dining, check seating capacity and private-dining options before making plans. The hours are 5–9 PM Monday through Thursday, 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday, so plan around those dinner windows.
Do I need a reservation at Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar?
Because the venue is open in the evening and closed Sunday, it is sensible to check availability in advance, especially for Friday or Saturday dinner.
Is the food good at Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar?
If food details are the deciding factor, check the venue's current menu or official updates before you go.
Is Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar good for a date?
It can be a fit for a planned evening out in Springfield, especially if the 5–9 PM weekday hours or 5–10 PM Friday and Saturday hours work for your schedule. The smart-casual dress code is also worth noting when deciding whether it matches the tone of the date.
Is Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar open late?
No. It closes at 9 PM Monday through Thursday and at 10 PM on Friday and Saturday, it is closed Sunday.
What's the crowd like at Flame Steakhouse & Wine Bar?
Plan it around its evening hours and smart-casual dress code rather than as a late-night or lunch option. If you want a different kind of outing, compare current details with places such as Vantage Rooftop Lounge and Conservatory or Tie & Timber Beer Co.
