
Defiance, MO
Gateway to Historic Missouri Wine Country



Whether you just want simple fare, or the finest dining experience, you can get it all in Defiance!
Eat & Drink!


The Defiance area hosts an array of dining venues from bars and restaurants to high end dining featuring renowned chefs creating distinguished eating experiences.
Restaurants, Taverns,
Breweries & Distilleries




The Defiance Roadhouse

There are a number of dangerous and audacious squirrels at the Defiance Roadhouse

A fantastic covered patio, a broad array of ice-cold St. Louis branded and other beers, great food, and live music on the weekends are just a few attractions of this downtown bar. Don't miss the squirrels inside!

Terry and Kathy's

Live music under the pavilion at Terry and Kathy's

Bikers love Terry and Kathy's

Terry and Kathy's
If you ride a motorcycle, this bar has your name all over it. Add in a large covered outdoor pavilion and stage for bands, and combine it with a billiards area and a defiant atmosphere.


That little place in Defiance with a BIG impact on the community. If you love great coffee, or have goods to share with the community, this is the place for you.

Selection of Defiance Ridge Wines

Defiance Ridge meat board


Selection of Defiance Ridge Wines

Sunflower Hill Cafe Interior sign

Outdoor dining under the patio at Sunflower Hill Farm Café


Sunflower Hill Cafe Interior sign
Sunflower Hill Farm Is a beautiful, local, family-owned wedding event venue, a multi-functioning farm and Café situated on 24 acres of picturesque farmland in Augusta. The locally-sourced organic food served in this beautiful setting will keep you coming back for more.

One of the specialty dinners at Chandler Hill

Drive to Chandler Hill Vineyards

A Sunday Brunch at Chandler Hill

One of the specialty dinners at Chandler Hill
Chandler Hill Vineyards' magnificent views are a great way to enjoy lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch while trying some of their exceptional wines. Their Sunday brunch is a local favorite, and their patio provides the perfect spot for sunsets. Live music on weekends.

Outdoors at Good News Defiance.

Good News Roadside Sign Defiance

The brewmaster hard at work

Outdoors at Good News Defiance.
The Good News is that you can grab some great beer at this Katy Trail-side brewery in Defiance. Quick brick-fired pizzas and salads, weekly live music and events, make this a great stop for your Katy Trail ride or regional exploration.


Cheers to Beers in Augusta

Good News Brewing Augusta

For the Katy Trail lover of beer and food, look no further! Good News Brewing is moving their brewing operations to this trail-side Augusta location which will feature a full kitchen with food to keep you on the go.

Judgment Tree Hand-crafted Vodka from grapes

Distillery of Defiance tasting room at Sugar Creek Winery featuring Judgment Tree Vodka and Brandy

Refreshing Judgment Tree cocktail

Judgment Tree Hand-crafted Vodka from grapes
The Distillery of Defiance is home to Judgment Tree Vodka and Brandy. Housed in Sugar Creek Winery, their tasting bar allows guests to sip and savor their amazingly delicious, hand-crafted liquors. A "must stop" location.