Cafe Cusco

Cafe Cusco Fun little café with recipes inspired by the healthy cuisine of Peru and the Andes Mountains. We also offer a wide variety of gluten free and vegetarian options

Our Story

I fell in love with the cuisine and culture of Peru after hiking the Inca Trails to Machu Picchu and travelling the coast and country side with my best friend, Rodrigo, from Lima. We found ourselves sitting in a small cafe in Cusco, when Rodrigo asked me, "What do you think you will do 10 years from now?" As I was indulging on my "comida," I quickly responded, "I am going to open a rest

aurant and call it Cafe Cusco!" The thought never left my mind and as the years went by I finally decided to make the dream a reality and open Cafe Cusco on C-Street with my mother, Claire. Our beautiful building was built in 1883 by two brothers under the name Bartlet & Bartlet. One brother held a doctor's office on the second floor where our lounge is not located. The main floor was a pharmacy drug store. during the period C-Street was the headquarters for the Frisco Railroad. Many people would have come through our doors since then. However, by the turn of the century the building was abandoned and in much disarray. By 2010, artist Erik Kinkade oversaw the historical restoration of 234 East Commercial Street. Cafe Cusco opened its doors in July of 2013 and has become a proud member of the Historic C-Street Community and the North side of Greater Springfield. We strive to provide exciting healthy dining options with a Peruvian and Latin inspired flair. We especially take pride in accommodating food allergies and healthy diets such as Vegan, Vegetarian and Gluten-free

Got a big birthday coming up? Baby shower?Our upstairs space is perfect for your private events, parties, and celebratio...
06/19/2026

Got a big birthday coming up? Baby shower?

Our upstairs space is perfect for your private events, parties, and celebrations!

Interested in booking with us? Visit our website (link in bio) or give us a call 417-868-8088

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Father's Day is this weekend, and we want to see you at Cafe Cusco!Make your reservations now to bring Dad to Peru, no p...
06/18/2026

Father's Day is this weekend, and we want to see you at Cafe Cusco!

Make your reservations now to bring Dad to Peru, no passport or airplane required 🧡

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06/17/2026

Let me just fix that for you real fast... 😋🧡

Come by Cafe Cusco for the Peruvian meal of your dreams!

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06/16/2026
Monday blues got you down? We have something to fix that! Stop by Cafe Cusco and let us sweep you away to Peru, no passp...
06/15/2026

Monday blues got you down? We have something to fix that! Stop by Cafe Cusco and let us sweep you away to Peru, no passport required 🧡

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Happy weekend, Springfield! 🧡Stop by Cafe Cusco today and try an old favorite, or try something new! We can't wait to se...
06/14/2026

Happy weekend, Springfield! 🧡

Stop by Cafe Cusco today and try an old favorite, or try something new! We can't wait to serve you 🧡

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So many of you wanted to know about this, so we are sharing again. This is our Anticuchos, which is skewered beef heart ...
06/13/2026

So many of you wanted to know about this, so we are sharing again. This is our Anticuchos, which is skewered beef heart 🧡

Have you ever tried this yummy menu item at Cafe Cusco?

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Our fearless leader Joe has a birthday on the 15th, and we wanted to take a second to give him an early shout-out!He was...
06/12/2026

Our fearless leader Joe has a birthday on the 15th, and we wanted to take a second to give him an early shout-out!

He was born June 15, 1979 in East Hartford Connecticut, and has been a true adventurer, traveler, explorer, and child of the world ever since.

Now a longtime resident of Springfield, MO, Joe has taken his years of travel and wanderlust to bring the tastes of Peru, Amsterdam, and New Orleans to Commercial St. Along with Cafe Cusco, Van Gogh's Eeterie, and La Roux Bistro, Joe also opened Chabom Tea and Spice, which features teas, spices, and goods from all around the world. You might think he'd be done after all that, but he's always dreaming up new ideas to bring vibrance and excitement to Springfield.

Joe has requested that if you would like to celebrate his birthday with him, come on down to Commercial Street this weekend and shop and eat local! Whether you're visiting one of his small businesses or someone else's, he hopes you'll support C St 🧡

Happy Gemini Season, Joe!




06/11/2026

Did you know we can host a buffet for you at Cafe Cusco? 🧡

That's right! Give us a call and let us guide you through booking the most delicious buffet outside of Peru!

(417) 868-8088

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Come make your Wednesday a little more tolerable with a Lemon Basil Mojito at Cafe Cusco 🧡 glutenfreefood eatloca...
06/10/2026

Come make your Wednesday a little more tolerable with a Lemon Basil Mojito at Cafe Cusco 🧡

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Address

234 E Commercial Street
Springfield, MO
65803

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 9pm
Tuesday 11am - 9pm
Wednesday 11am - 9pm
Thursday 11am - 9pm
Friday 11am - 9pm
Saturday 11am - 9pm
Sunday 11am - 8pm

Telephone

+14178688088

Website

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