Nestled along South 3rd Street in the historic heart of Ozark, Missouri, Spring Creek Tea Room offers a delightful escape that seamlessly marries timeless culinary comfort with classic vintage treasure hunting. Tucked neatly inside a sprawling antique mall, this mid-day sanctuary has earned a stellar reputation among locals, weekend travelers, and day-trippers seeking a unique lunch date. The moment you step through the rear entrance, you are greeted by an inviting atmosphere defined by cozy dining tables, warm hospitality, and the irresistible aroma of freshly baked treats.
Famous for its generous sandwich combinations, crisp specialty salads, comforting house-made soups, and an ever-changing display of artisanal cakes and pies, Spring Creek Tea Room captures the essence of classic Midwestern hospitality. Whether you are catching up with long-time friends over a pot of tea or searching for hidden gems among rows of curated vintage booths, this beloved tea room delivers an experience that is both thoroughly satisfying and charmingly nostalgic.
Integrated Antique Mall Experience: One of the most alluring aspects of dining at Spring Creek Tea Room is its location directly within an expansive antique consignment marketplace. Because the cozy dining room is in high demand, short wait times are common during peak hours. Guests consider this a bonus, as it provides ample opportunity to wander through booths filled with vintage glassware, hand-curated home decor, retro artwork, and unique collectibles before taking their seats.
The Essential Dessert Rule: Regulars at Spring Creek Tea Room always share one vital tip: order your dessert as soon as your server arrives at the table. The daily bakery selection is baked from scratch and displayed in a showcase counter. Because these slices sell out rapidly—often before early afternoon—reserving your slice of pie or cake early guarantees you will not miss out on dessert.
Handcrafted Lunch Classics: The kitchen focuses on fresh ingredients made to order. Highlights include their signature chicken salad served on soft marble bread or flaky croissants, the spicy turkey sandwich elevated with a rich artichoke-jalapeno spread, and wholesome specialty salads drizzled with house-made dressings like pepper cream ranch and poppy seed.
Refreshing Fruit & Hot Soups: Soup lovers can choose between hot, savory recipes and chilled fruit soups. The signature chilled strawberry soup and chilled peach soup have developed a loyal following, offering a sweet, cooling pairing for any sandwich or wrap.
Friday Exclusive Quiche Service: Fridays feature a weekly culinary highlight: fresh, house-baked quiches. Prepared with savory egg custard, gourmet cheeses, and rotating fillings like artichoke and chicken, these Friday specials draw lunch crowds from all over Christian County.
Menu and Culinary Offerings
Signature Sandwiches and Wraps
Every sandwich is prepared fresh and served on classic marble bread or soft croissants, accompanied by mayonnaise, mustard, lettuce, tomato, red onion, red pepper, cucumber, and white American cheese, with horseradish available upon request. Sandwiches and wraps can be ordered ala carte with chips, or paired in combination meals with house-made soups and fresh side salads.
Item Name
Description
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Tender, seasoned chicken salad served with fresh fixings on marble bread or a flaky croissant
Spicy Turkey Sandwich
Sliced turkey breast layered with white American cheese, veggies, and zesty artichoke-jalapeno spread
Pastrami Sandwich
Savory sliced pastrami with classic garden toppings and cheese on marble bread
Roast Beef Sandwich
Sliced roast beef paired with fresh vegetables, cheese, and optional horseradish
Ham & Cheese Sandwich
Sliced deli ham paired with white American cheese and fresh garden greens
Deli Chicken Sandwich
Tender sliced chicken breast served on signature marble bread with traditional dressings
Vegetarian Sandwich
Fresh cucumber, red pepper, onion, tomato, and lettuce enhanced by rich artichoke-jalapeno spread
Turkey Veggie Wrap
Sliced turkey and fresh salad greens rolled in a soft tortilla
Fresh Specialty Salads
Spring Creek Tea Room serves vibrant salads made with a crisp blend of romaine, red leaf, and spinach greens. All specialty salads are served with fresh bakery rolls and your choice of house-made dressings, including signature vinaigrette, sweet raspberry vinaigrette, pepper cream ranch, or poppy seed dressing.
Item Name
Description
Citrus Salad
Spinach greens, glazed walnuts, mandarin oranges, feta cheese, croutons, and craisins with tangy citrus dressing
Apple Pecan Salad
Mixed greens, toasted pecans, fresh apples, raisins, cheddar, parmesan, croutons, and onions with sweet vinaigrette
Fiesta Salad
Mixed greens, black beans, corn, tomatoes, onions, cheddar, parmesan, and tortilla strips with ranch salsa dressing
Chef Salad
House salad topped with sliced turkey and ham or chicken salad, accompanied by parmesan and shredded cheese
House Salad
Mixed greens garnished with cucumber, red pepper, red onion, fresh strawberries, almonds, parmesan, and croutons
House Soups and Friday Quiche
Whether you are craving a steaming bowl of savory broth on a cool day or a refreshing chilled fruit soup during the warmer months, the tea room provides a varied selection of daily soup offerings.
Item Name
Description
Chilled Strawberry Soup
A sweet, smooth, and refreshing signature cold fruit soup
Chilled Peach Soup
Seasonal chilled fruit soup blended with velvety peach flavors
Creamy Chicken Alfredo Soup
Rich, warm chicken soup prepared in a savory alfredo-style broth
Vegetable Beef Soup
Classic slow-simmered soup loaded with tender beef and garden vegetables
Broccoli Cheddar Soup
Smooth, creamy cheddar cheese soup cooked with tender broccoli florets
Friday Quiche Special
Freshly baked savory quiche served exclusively on Fridays with a roll or side salad
Scratch-Made Bakery Desserts
All desserts are baked fresh in-house and displayed in the dining room bakery case. Guests are strongly encouraged to reserve their slices early in the meal. Desserts can be enjoyed on their own or served A La Mode with scoops of vanilla ice cream.
Dessert Item
Dish Profile
Earthquake Cake
Decadent chocolate cake baked with swirled cream cheese and sweet toppings
Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Cake
Rich chocolate cake layers infused with peanut butter flavors and chocolate chips
German Chocolate Cake
Traditional chocolate cake coated in sweet coconut-pecan frosting
Pumpkin Cake
Moist, spiced pumpkin cake topped with smooth cream frosting
Raspberry Chocolate Cake
Dark chocolate cake filled with sweet, tangy raspberry filling
Cookies & Cream Cake
Fluffy cake layered with crushed cookies and cream frosting
Lemon Crunch Cake
Bright, zesty lemon cake featuring a crunchy sweet coating
Strawberry Banana Cake
Light layer cake infused with natural strawberry and banana flavors
Blackberry Cake
Tender homemade cake featuring sweet, juicy blackberry fruit notes
Orange Cranberry Cake
Citrus-infused cake balanced by tart cranberry accents
Coffee Cheesecake
Smooth, creamy cheesecake flavored with aromatic espresso notes
Coconut Cream Pie
Flaky pie crust filled with velvety coconut custard and whipped topping
Peach Pie
Sweet fruit pie loaded with sliced peaches inside a tender crust
Freshly Baked Cookies
Batch-baked homemade cookies available daily
Vanilla Ice Cream
Creamy ice cream served in two scoops or alongside pie and cake slices
Specialty Beverages
Complement your meal with a refreshing cold drink or a traditional hot tea selection.
Item Name
Description
Flavored Iced Tea of the Day
Freshly brewed iced tea featuring rotating daily flavors such as blueberry or country fruit
Ozark Mountain Coffee
Rich, locally roasted coffee brewed hot throughout the lunch service
Stash Hot Teas
A wide selection of premium herbal, black, and green tea bags served hot
