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Casper's Missouri's oldest greasy spoon diner famous for their chili. Caspers then moved to Glenstone and Seminole near Martha’s Pancake House.
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Casper’s dates back to 1909 when Casper Lederer started serving chili from the back of his fruit stand. This genuine Springfield tradition started way back then not too far from their current location cooking on a Garland Stove (which they still do today). Then 26 years ago they moved to this little Quanset Hut where they are still today. Casper’s has been owned by a three people; Casper Lederer, his son Charles Lederer who used to be also known for his wood cut prints and the current owner Belinda Harriman who keeps the tradition alive by serving chili, chili dogs, hamburgers and other good greasy but tasty foods to the Ozarks. Casper’s definitely fits the term DIVE!

Ean asked about the Casperito. Then he asked again. And again. And again. 😂🌯So naturally, the only reasonable response w...
10/13/2026

Ean asked about the Casperito. Then he asked again. And again. And again. 😂🌯

So naturally, the only reasonable response was to create the First Annual International Casperito Day.

Wednesday, October 14, come join us at Casper’s, order a Casperito, and help us celebrate the kind of dedication that somehow turned a Facebook comment tradition into an actual event. 🎉

We hope you’re proud, Ean. This is what persistence looks like. 😂

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

Wednesday, October 14 is officially the FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CASPERITO DAY at Casper’s!Why does such an important ...
10/12/2026

Wednesday, October 14 is officially the FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CASPERITO DAY at Casper’s!

Why does such an important international holiday now exist?

Well, let’s just say one extremely dedicated Casperito fan has spent the better part of the last couple years making sure we never forgot about it. 😂

Come celebrate the Casperito with us on October 14. And stay tuned, because there’s still one part of this story we haven’t shared yet. 👀

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

If you’ve been wondering what all this Casperito talk is about, October 14 is your chance to find out. 🌯😋Loaded up with ...
10/10/2026

If you’ve been wondering what all this Casperito talk is about, October 14 is your chance to find out. 🌯😋

Loaded up with chili, cheese, tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, and all the Casper’s goodness you could want, the Casperito is not exactly a quiet meal. And honestly, that feels appropriate for its very own international holiday. 😂

Come celebrate the First Annual International Casperito Day with us on October 14!

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

🌯 October 14 is getting closer, and yes, we are absolutely making a whole day out of the Casperito. 😂The First Annual In...
10/08/2026

🌯 October 14 is getting closer, and yes, we are absolutely making a whole day out of the Casperito. 😂

The First Annual International Casperito Day is coming to Casper’s, and we’re celebrating the gloriously messy, over-the-top favorite that one very dedicated fan refused to let us forget.

Mark your calendar, bring your appetite, and come help us make year one count. 🎉

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

🌯🔥 IT’S OFFICIAL: THE FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CASPERITO DAY! 🔥🌯Some people enjoy a Casperito. Some people love a Casp...
10/07/2026

🌯🔥 IT’S OFFICIAL: THE FIRST ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CASPERITO DAY! 🔥🌯

Some people enjoy a Casperito. Some people love a Casperito. And then there’s Ean McPherson — unrelenting, diehard Casperito champion, loyalist, and torchbearer. 🫡

So in his honor, we’re celebrating the meal, the myth, the absolute unit known as the CASPERITO.
This one’s for you, Ean. 👑

Come hungry. Wear stretchy pants. Question your decisions later.
📅 October 14
📍 Casper’s Diner
🌯 First Annual International Casperito Day

Tag the person who thinks they can handle a Casperito. 👇🔥

More than a century later, the chili is still going strong. 🌶️🥄Casper’s World Famous Chili has been part of the story si...
10/07/2026

More than a century later, the chili is still going strong. 🌶️🥄

Casper’s World Famous Chili has been part of the story since 1909, made from the same original recipe and served the way generations of Springfield diners have come to know and love it. Sometimes you just need a hot cup of a true Casper’s classic. 😋

Are you keeping it classic, or adding cheese and onions? 👇

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

Something has been happening in our comment section for a very, very long time. 👀😂No matter what we post, there always s...
10/05/2026

Something has been happening in our comment section for a very, very long time. 👀😂

No matter what we post, there always seems to be one question waiting for us...

Well... we’ve been listening.

Something special is coming October 14. 🌯🔥

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

Some meals just need a cold glass of Kool-Aid on the side. 🥤😎It’s sweet, refreshing, and right at home next to a Casper’...
10/02/2026

Some meals just need a cold glass of Kool-Aid on the side. 🥤😎

It’s sweet, refreshing, and right at home next to a Casper’s burger, coney, or bowl of world-famous chili. Sometimes the simple things really do hit the spot!

What Casper’s order are you washing down with a Kool-Aid? 👇

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

Fries are good. Fries covered in Casper’s chili and cheese are even better. 🍟🌶️Our Chili Chz Fries take a basket of cris...
09/30/2026

Fries are good. Fries covered in Casper’s chili and cheese are even better. 🍟🌶️

Our Chili Chz Fries take a basket of crispy fries and pile on Casper’s world-famous chili and plenty of melty cheese. It’s messy, hearty, and exactly the kind of thing Casper’s cravings are made of. 😋

Are you ordering these as a side, or making them the main event? 👇

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed

Casper’s cravings don’t always happen when you have time to sit down. 🚗🌶️That’s why our drive thru is ready when you nee...
09/28/2026

Casper’s cravings don’t always happen when you have time to sit down. 🚗🌶️

That’s why our drive thru is ready when you need to grab something good and get back on the road. Pick up a Chz Burger, coney, world-famous chili, or whatever Casper’s favorite has been calling your name. 🍔🌭

What’s coming through the window with you? 😋

🕒 Monday–Saturday: 10:30 AM – 8:00 PM
🚫 Sunday: Closed
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Address

937 S Glenstone
Springfield, MO
65802

Opening Hours

Monday 10:30am - 8pm
Tuesday 10:30am - 8pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 8pm
Thursday 10:30am - 8pm
Friday 10:30am - 8pm
Saturday 10:30am - 8pm

Telephone

+14172277377

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