SPRINGFIELD, MO - Springfield’s most delicious tradition is back! Starting June 1, 2025, the Springfield Cashew Chicken Trail officially launches its second season, inviting food lovers to indulge in the dish that helped put Springfield on the culinary map.
This season, Springfield proudly declares itself the Cashew Chicken Capital of the World. The Cashew Chicken Trail celebrates the unique local twist on this beloved Chinese-American dish, featuring participating restaurants across the city and offering foodies the chance to sample a wide variety of takes on the classic.
Back by popular demand, the trail returns with exciting new features, including:
• A brand-new, limited-edition Cashew Chicken Trail T-shirt for those who complete the challenge and earn enough points.
• Several new restaurants added to the lineup, expanding the trail with even more local flavor and creativity.
• A creative culinary twist — this year’s trail includes several new cashew chicken-inspired dishes such as cashew chicken pizza, wings, salad, and more that local restaurants have made their own.
Participants can sign up starting June 1 and begin earning points by checking in at participating restaurants and trying their featured dishes. The more stops you make, the more points you earn, and the closer you get to tasty rewards.
Whether you're a longtime fan or new to the scene, the Cashew Chicken Trail is your passport to exploring one of Springfield’s most iconic dishes in totally new ways.
To sign up and get started on the trail, visit springfieldmo.org/cashewchicken to learn more.
About Visit Springfield, Missouri
Visit Springfield, Missouri is the official destination marketing organization for Greene, Christian and Polk counties in southwest Missouri. Dedicated to boosting the local economy, the organization drives tourism and group business—bringing in leisure travelers, conventions, meetings and sporting events—through innovative marketing initiatives. Visit springfieldmo.org to learn more.
