Opening hours
Closed · opens tomorrow 5:00 PM
| Monday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM |
| Sunday | Closed |
Local time in Springfield: 3:18 PM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (217) 546-4660 to confirm.
Location & directions
2824 Plaza DriveSpringfield, IL 62704
About Pao
Pao is a restaurant you'll find at 2824 Plaza Drive in Springfield, Illinois. It's part of our guide to 396 restaurants, cafes and bars in Springfield.
Pao is open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Sunday).
You can visit for dine-in.
You can reach the team at (217) 546-4660.
Quick facts
- Category
- Restaurant
- Address
- 2824 Plaza Drive, Springfield, IL 62704
- Phone
- (217) 546-4660
- Hours
- Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Sunday)
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 7 PM on Fridays.
Based on typical visit patterns for restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Pao’s weekday schedule with 31 other restaurants in Springfield. On a typical weekday it opens at 5:00 PM, later than most (the typical opening time is 11:00 AM) and closes at 9:00 PM, in line with the typical 9:00 PM.
In total it is open about 24.5 hours a week, 39 hours fewer than the local median of 63. 74% of restaurants in Springfield open on Sundays; Pao does not.
Compared with 31 other restaurants in Springfield that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for restaurants in Illinois
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
We don’t have Pao’s own menu on file yet, so use these figures as a guide to what restaurants in Illinois typically charge.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Caesar Salad | 17% | $10.25 |
| French Fries | 17% | $5.00 |
| Onion Rings | 16% | $5.99 |
| Cheeseburger | 16% | $11.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 13% | $7.75 |
| Fries | 13% | $4.16 |
| Mozzarella Sticks | 13% | $9.00 |
| Coffee | 11% | $3.35 |
Calculated from 197 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
Features & amenities
Service options
- Dine-in
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Pao there are 19 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 52 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Sandwiches & Delis (7), Mexican & Tex-Mex (6), American (6), and Chicken & Wings (4).
Competition is healthy: 3 other restaurants are within a mile and 9 within three miles. The closest is Malibu Jack's, 0.5 mi away.
31 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Bakeries & DessertsPease's< 0.1 mi
- Japanese & SushiJapan House Springfield< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisMcAlister's Deli0.2 mi
- Mexican & Tex-MexXochimilco Mexican Food0.2 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodSonic0.2 mi
What to expect at a restaurant
General restaurants are places that do not fit neatly into a single cuisine: family restaurants, grills, bistros, eclectic kitchens and multi-cuisine menus. They are often local favorites that serve a bit of everything, from breakfast plates to steaks and seafood.
What to order
- House specialties – what regulars come back for
- Daily specials – often the freshest dishes
- Local dishes – anything named after the town or region
Good to know
- Check the latest hours before you go – independent restaurants change them more often.
- Weekend evenings are usually the busiest time.
- Tipping 18–20% on table service is standard in the US.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Pao's opening hours?
Open 6 days a week, usually 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM (closed Sunday). Monday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Friday: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 5:00 PM – 9:30 PM; Sunday: Closed.
Is Pao open on Sunday?
No, Pao is closed on Sundays.
Where is Pao located?
Pao is located at 2824 Plaza Drive, Springfield, IL 62704.
What is the phone number of Pao?
You can call Pao at (217) 546-4660.
Does Pao offer delivery or takeout?
Delivery is not listed for Pao. Listed service options: dine-in.
Is Pao open late?
No, Pao usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Pao?
There are 52 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Pao. Nearby options include Pease's (< 0.1 mi), Japan House Springfield (< 0.1 mi), and McAlister's Deli (0.2 mi).
Are there other restaurants near Pao?
3 other restaurants within a mile. The closest is Malibu Jack's, 0.5 mi away.
How much do restaurants in Illinois cost?
Based on 197 menus with 13,160 priced items from restaurants in Illinois, the median menu item costs $11.00, and half of all items are priced between $5.99 and $17.50.
Nearby places
All in Springfield
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