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Augie's Front Burner
Located in downtown Springfield, Augie’s Front Burner offers a unique dining experience for the adventurous in palate and spirit. Offering a distinctive blend of experiences engaging all senses, diners will be seduced by the sight, smell and taste of Augie’s culinary creations. Augie’s innovative dishes are all designed to attract the eye and offer appetizing flavor combinations.
Augie’s Front Burner is a locally owned, owner operated dining establishment that has served the Springfield area since 1997. Owner August Mrozowski is committed to offering all of his guests an exceptional, casual yet elegant, dining experience. A proud supporter of local businesses and local farmers, Augie’s Front Burner also offers catering for parties and special events.
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Augie’s Front Burner is a locally owned, owner operated dining establishment that has served the Springfield area since 1997. Owner August Mrozowski is committed to offering all of his guests an exceptional, casual yet elegant, dining experience. A proud supporter of local businesses and local farmers, Augie’s Front Burner also offers catering for parties and special events.
49 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Rating Breakdown 49 reviews
5 stars
(23)
4 stars
(20)
3 stars
(4)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(25)
- special occasion(23)
- romantic(13)
- neighborhood gem(12)
- notable wine list(12)
- good for groups(11)
Augie's Front Burner Reviews List
Review 1 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Lincoln Land
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Visited for the second time. Good menu, plentiful options and good food and presentations. Service even a bit better than food; very attentive and timely without bother. Appetizers and salads somewhat unique and well prepared with good spectrum. Pasta special and short ribs; both hot, tasty and plentiful. Plenty of "comfort" choices on menu if you aren't adventurous. Lively atmosphere but conversation still possible. Very convenient to Lincoln sites and genuinely appreciative of the business. Made for a good light meal one night, and a heavier one another. The lemon raspberry mascarpone cake was a great ending. Bravo to Augie!"
Dined on 6/18/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Just Us Girls Night
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We enjoyed our dinner and have decided that this will be our monthly restaurant. We support local Springfield restaurants."
Dined on 6/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 3 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of Springfield's best
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I dine at Augie's several times a year. I take clients there or go with family/friends. The menu never disappoints and the staff is very attentive, but without being intrusive."
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 4 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"We truly enjoyed our meal. The food and service were both excellent!"
Dined on 6/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 5 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great find for visitors
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Located in the heart of Springfield, we found this restaurant to our liking. The beet salad was excellent as was my entree - beef short ribs. It was served with root vegetables and scalloped potatoes with cheese. My husband had soft shelled crab, equally delicious but slightly tough (something that happens with soft shelled crab) prepared with hableno peppers and cous cous. He enjoyed that very much. My parents ordered the soft shelled crab but wanted it prepared differently. The chef was delighted to prepare their crab sauteed with lemon and butter over lemon basil linguine. It was very nice of the chef to accommodate my parents. Staff was helpful and patient with our requests. Raspberry Sangria - delish!"
Dined on 5/24/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, great for lunch
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Review 6 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Enjoyable meal
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food was very good, as was the service. On Tues. they offer many wines at half price. They have a nice wine list. For starters we chose two different salads - a beet and tomato salad, and a crispy goat cheese salad. Both were very good, but the shallot vinaigrette on the goat cheese salad had a hint of sweetness that I didn't care for. For entrees we chose the half duckling and the pasta of the day. The daily pasta was a pipette pasta with seared scallops, peas, tomato, and a Cajun cream sauce. I expected the Cajun cream sauce to be a little spicier. The heat was very subtle, but it was good nonetheless. The one misstep was that my dinner companion's salad plate was cleared while I was still eating my salad."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 7 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Avoid the soup and half sandwich
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The sandwich for the half sandwich and soup of the day was turkey and swiss. After reading the descriptions of the other sandwiches, I was looking forward to trying what would be a unique turkey and swiss. Unfortunately, it was a see-through piece of deli meat on white bread. Pitiful. It came with the wrong soup - which the server quickly acknowledged, but was slow to replace. My friends ordered other items that were original, robust, and tasty. Never get the soup and half sandwich; you would get much better even at Subway."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 8 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A little disappointed
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One person in our group of 7 had a very tough and nervy steak and he was looking forward to a good steak all week. It was disappointing as this was a graduation celebration and I wanted the food to be outstanding for all."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 9 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Exceeded my expectations!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Special event in town - many busy restaurants. Augies took and honored a reservation for a large group. Servers were VERY attentive and well-informed about specials, ingredients, etc. Chef made special meal for my guest with dietary issues. Food was delicious - 12 clean plates after a wonderful meal."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Best food in Springfield !
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Consistent quality food, with a nice presentation in an eclectic atmosphere with professional wait staff that's not pretentious. What more could you want?
Lobster bisque, a staple on the menu
Unique appetizers... (please bring back my "duck nachos"!)
If you aren't up for one of their larger unique salads, ask for the side Caesar salad that's not listed on the menu, and save room for dessert.
Nightly specials, local ingredients... morel mushrooms, Bunn Farm meats.
Attentive wait staff"
Unique appetizers... (please bring back my "duck nachos"!)
If you aren't up for one of their larger unique salads, ask for the side Caesar salad that's not listed on the menu, and save room for dessert.
Nightly specials, local ingredients... morel mushrooms, Bunn Farm meats.
Attentive wait staff"
Dined on 5/10/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 11 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A winner in Springfield
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Gourmet approach to food, wonderful drinks, personable service. A winner in Springfield!"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2004
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 12 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Never having been to Springfield
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Never having been to Springfield before, I checked with Open Table and Trip Advisor for a restaurant recommendation. The reviews of Augies were on the mark. Great decor, service, and of course great food. Would definitely return."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 13 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Special occasion dud
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Seated like sardines, expected more of food-mine was underdone and no real flavor.
Overpriced"
Overpriced"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2013
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Review 14 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
A more private setting
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit overpriced for the atmosphere and food quality, but still enjoyable. The staff was extrememly cordial. The interior needs a facelift. Food quality is high, just not as high as the price suggests."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, late-night find, special occasion
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Review 15 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I had been to Augie's for
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I had been to Augie's for lunch a number of times. Evening dining was a great chance for my wife and I to spend some time without the kids.
The food is always delicious; the service always swift and kind."
Dined on 03/28/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great menu for dinner choices
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
"Great menu for dinner choices - creative, varied, interesting. The food preparation and presentation was excellent and the service was perfect."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 17 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Really couldn't have been better. I really enjoyed Augie's. The salmon I had was done perfectly, with interesting seasonings and accompaniments. The pear salad was top-notch. And my server was excellent. Highly recommended."
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 18 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We were very pleased with
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were very pleased with our dining experience at Augie's. Our food was very good."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 19 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
This was our second trip to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our second trip to Augies...a well-rounded menu; tasty food; good atmosphere and attentive wait staff."
Dined on 03/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 20 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
First time there. The food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"First time there. The food and service were good. I had the swordfish, which had good flavor but was over cooked."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list
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Review 21 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Springfield Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Excellent dining experience. The menu was very creative and the food was fresh and well prepared.
The Thursday night special value menu offered a 3 course dinner with a choice of 4 entrees. It was an amazing bargain for such a great meal."
The Thursday night special value menu offered a 3 course dinner with a choice of 4 entrees. It was an amazing bargain for such a great meal."
Dined on 02/28/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 22 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Time at Augie's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for a nice Valentine's meal and had a great time. Service was excellent. Food was great (Lobster Risotto for her and Veal Chop for me). Salad and wine were fitting. We would definitely recommend to a friend."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My husband and I ordered the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My husband and I ordered the filet and the ribeye. The steaks were amazing; the best we have in the area. We did wait quite a long time for our food, which is understandable due to the holiday, but several tables around us who were seated around the same time we were, had their food and were done or had already left before we got our main course. Our waitress did a good job in general and did give me my last glass of winter sangria on the house. Overall, the experience was very good and we will be back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
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Review 24 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I adore Augies but the Valentines
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I adore Augies but the Valentines setup had tables so crowded, it was like being on a date with strangers. Perhaps not a great spot for valentines unless you can score a table up front"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
You will never be disappointed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"You will never be disappointed at Augie's. Always outstanding and unique menu and service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 26 for Augie's Front Burner
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I would normally give this
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I would normally give this restaurant a better review, as I have eaten there many times and it's consistently very good. This time, the occasion was Valentine's Day, and while the food was good, it was not quite as good as usual and the service was a little off. Augie's was very busy that night, which accounts for these changes, I'm sure."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Augie's Front Burner
Based on the average of (23) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
1 out of 1 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate