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Grab a Burger and a Beer at This Sullivan Brewery

When hunger (and thirst) strikes, those that know me well know that I’m a burger and a beer kind of gal. Nothing can hit the spot quite like a well-seasoned patty or two and a pint of craft beer. One of my favorite places to satisfy both cravings is Muddy Banks Brewing in Sullivan.

With a name like Muddy Banks, it should be no surprise that the interior vibe focuses on the outdoor recreation in the area, with Meramac State Park just a couple miles away, and the food menu boasts burgers, salads, sandwiches, and appetizers.

Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

Drinks include house brewed beers, with around eight on tap at any given time, cocktails and wine, plus items like nitro lemonade, coffee, and a variety of soft drinks.

On a recent visit, I ordered the Bacon Jam burger, which is topped with American cheese, bacon, bacon jam, lettuce, onion, and the house made burger sauce. It’s a big and wonderfully messy burger that will have you licking your fingers and savoring every single bite.

Bacon Jam burger and fries. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

My husband ordered the wings, which are one of his favorite menu items. A true wing connoisseur, he can’t get enough of the way they’re made at Muddy Banks: smoked, then flash fried and tossed in a generous amount of sauce. There are comforting sides like mac and cheese, potato salad, and baked beans to choose from, but we both love the crispy, yummy fries.

Wings and fries. Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

The Socialite recommends Muddy Banks Brewing!

The details:
725 Acid Mine Rd., Sullivan, MO.
muddybanksbrewery.com
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Downtown Washington Has a New Ice Cream Shop

Who wants ice cream in the middle of winter? Me! And, lots of other people, too. On Friday, January 17, 2025, Silver Spoon Ice Cream & Sweets opened its fourth shop in Washington and the grand opening festivities continued throughout the weekend.

The scoop shop features 24 delicious flavors available just about any way you want: in a cone, cup, shake, sundae, flight, or atop crumbled waffle cone chips served as ice cream nachos.

Photo credit: The Socialite_Amanda Bretz

During our visit, myself and my husband each had two scoops of the oh-so-yummy and creamy ice cream in waffle cones. Like the ice cream, the cones were also amazing. They’re freshly made and just right: not too sweet, not overly crispy, not too soft.

The Socialite recommends Silver Spoon Ice Cream & Sweets!

The details:
110 W. Main St, Washington, MO.
eatbettericecream.org
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*There are two types of dining articles on this website, the Socialite recommends and the Socialite suggests. I recommend/review places I’ve visited and liked. I’ll share about places I suggest, meaning they’re on my radar, but haven’t tried yet. If I haven’t tried the establishment, I won’t review the food/drink.