Have you ever dined at the oldest restaurant in Missouri?

Restaurants open and close all the time but there are some that have lingered for decades, the establishments that have created a lasting legacy in some fashion, whether through charming decor, laid-back atmosphere or simply good food and service.

Using reviews, awards and accolades as well as first-hand experience, LoveFood compiled a list of the "oldest restaurant" in each state that is "worth seeking out and still serves great food." These are the establishments that have stood the test of time and have continued to draw in diners who return again and again to explore what the eatery has to offer.

So which Missouri restaurant was named the oldest in the state?

Browne's Irish Marketplace

This Kansas City eatery has been around for more than a century, run by the same family that has been dishing out "Irish delicacies" since the 1800s. Browne's Irish Marketplace, which has a 4.8 star rating on Google and nearly 800 reviews, is located at 3300 Pennsylvania Avenue.

Here's what LoveFood had to say about this "classic" eatery:

"Serving the local community since 1887, Browne's Irish Marketplace is the oldest Irish business located outside of Ireland. Now in the fourth generation of the Flavin family, it's become renowned for its Celtic trinkets and imported Irish delicacies. You'll also find the team at the onsite deli serving sandwiches and traditional sides, including a classic Irish potato soup."

See the full list at lovefood.com to read more about the most historic restaurants around the country. You can also see our previous coverage of the eatery named the "best cult-favorite restaurant" in Missouri.

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