Cecil and Lime – the suite life of travel

November 1st: Trek through Ohio’s Conkle’s Hollow Rim Trail for gorgeous views
November 2nd: Hike Southeast Ohio’s Conkle’s Hollow Gorge Trail
November 3rd: Picture-perfect Cedar Falls is an amazing hiking location…check it out!
November 4th: Brewfontaine in downtown Bellefontaine was voted #1 beer bar in Ohio
November 5th: Use this Visitor’s Guide to explore Mount Adams in Cincinnati
November 6th: Order a Detroit-style pizza from The Merchant House in Greenville
November 7th: Sip some wine at Powell Village Craft Winery
November 8th: Find Yourself Crossing Two States on Cincinnati’s Purple People Bridge
November 9th: Watch how Dum-Dums are Made at the Spangler Candy Factory
November 10th: Grab a cold beer at Mother Stewart’s in Springfield
November 11th: Hike the Dyer’s Mill Trail at Battelle Darby Creek near Columbus
November 12th: Enjoy a Home-Cooked Meal at Cecil and Lime in Springfield
November 13th: Leisure Time Winery is the perfect way to enjoy Wine Wednesday
November 14th: Choose from several amazing donuts at Stan the Donut Man
November 15th: Happy Hour is best spent at Brandeberry Winery in Yellow Springs
November 16th: Breakfast at Boyd and Wurthmann is a great way to start the day
November 17th: Can’t resist Clifton Mill’s selection of desserts? Have two!
November 18th: Listen for the train while sampling wine at Barrel Run Crossing Winery
November 19th: Bring a cooler to stock up on snacks at Grandpa’s Cheese Barn
November 20th: Explore Malabar State Park near Mansfield
November 21st: Sample locally produced beers at Father John’s Brewery in Bryan
November 22nd: Red Brick Tavern in Lafayette has served several US Presidents
November 23rd: Create your own Wine Pairing at Sarah’s Vineyard
November 24th: Dine at historic Kewpie Hamburgers in Lima
November 25th: Arcanum’s A.R. Winery offers unique wines that are sure to please
November 26th: Search out Eagles’ nests at Highbanks Metro Park
November 27th: Historical John Rankin House was a safe haven for slaves on the Underground Railroad
November 28th: Order wings and locally distilled brews at Deadlow Brewery
November 29th: It’s a great day to hike Cantwell Cliffs in Hocking Hills State Park
November 30th: Visit Ferrante Winery in Geneva that offers several local sweet wines

Growing up in Springfield, Ohio, there were not many fancy restaurants in town. I was so excited to return for a visit and meet a longtime friend, Lauren, at Cecil and Lime Café on East Cecil Street. Located in the Northern Heights neighborhood, they offered steak, seafood and upscale salads.

It was a beautiful day and I happened to arrive early. I thought it would be great to order a bottle of wine for dinner and found a great Zinfandel, the Truant. I had just poured a glass of wine when Lauren walked through the door. It wasn’t long until we were catching up and laughing about some of the fun times we had on a recent trip we had just taken. Looking over the photos, it was so much fun to reminisce.

Looking over the menu, there were so many amazing options that we could have ordered. I was drawn to the three options for Risotto, but was also salivating over the Candied Jalapenos. There were so many great meals and I was finding it difficult to choose. After another glass of wine, I finally made my choice.

When my Candied Jalapenos arrived, I could smell the heat. I was so excited to dig into this amazing appetizer and I wished I could have ordered a larger portion; it was absolutely delicious.

Passing on dessert, I was already thinking about my next visit. I was really impressed with the service, space to look over our vacation photos, and of course, the amazing food. What should I order the next time?

Have you eaten at Cecil and Lime Restaurant in Springfield? What is your favorite menu item? I would love to hear from you if you would kindly leave a message in the comments section below. Many Thanks and Bon Appetit!

What to See and What to Do:

Cecil and Lime Cafe
227 East Cecil Street
Springfield, Ohio 45503
Telephone: 937 322 3600

Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday from 5PM to ??
What to Eat: I highly recommend the Candied Jalapenos but would not be surprised if everything on the menu was just as amazing. Enjoy!

Where to Stay:

Courtyard Marriott Springfield
100 S. Fountain Avenue
Springfield, OH 45502
Telephone: 937 322 3600

Where to Eat:

Cecil and Lime Cafe
227 East Cecil Street
Springfield, Ohio 45503
Telephone: 937 322 7950

Hours of Operation: Tuesday – Saturday from 5PM to ??
What to Eat: I highly recommend the Candied Jalapenos but would not be surprised if everything on the menu was just as amazing. Enjoy!

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