The Kraft Noodle
Located at 1951 E. Meadowmere St. in Springfield, MO
Springfield, MO is home to one of the quirkiest roadside attractions—a giant elbow noodle standing proudly in front of Kraft’s factory. But here’s the twist: this noodle isn’t unique to Springfield. Turns out, Kraft has placed these macaroni monuments at multiple locations, which means… noodle scavenger hunt, anyone?
As weird as the noodle is, it’s not even the most unusual thing about this place. Beneath Springfield lies a massive underground warehouse, stretching 100 feet deep and covering 3.2 million square feet. Kraft has been using this space for years to store and age cheese, taking advantage of the naturally cool temperatures to cut refrigeration costs.
So, whether you’re here for the giant noodle, the cheese caves, or just a good laugh, Springfield’s Kraft factory is definitely worth a stop!
