50 Best American Restaurants near Andover

“Discovered Metro Bistro several years ago. I’m from Topeka & come to Andover/Wichita frequently & Metro Bistro has become a favorite! Their service is friendly & efficient, the chef is amazing & dishes are different than any other restaurant. Love the music & unique atmosphere. Highly recommend! 5 Stars for sure! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“We enjoyed a lovely evening at The Greens for our car club Christmas. We reserved a room for 30+ people, had a few servers (Calvin was amazing) who did a fantastic job with drinks, food orders, and making sure we had an enjoyable time. We created a short menu which they printed out to assist with meal options. The Greens has a great bar, dining area, and extra banquet halls, in additional to the gold course. Thank you.“

“One of kind, cozy neighborhood gathering spot with really good food and better service (Diane especially😊). One visit and you’ll be back!“

“Great food. Great staff. Great new location. I had lunch at Billy Sims BBQ in Joplin , MO and enjoyed wonderful brisket and was very impressed with the staff. Jennifer, Dontavious, and Brandon provided great service and a very clean environment. I will be back often.“

“We went to Friday at 5 pm for fish and chips during lent. Very happy with portions, service, and taste!“

“Abbey was lovely and very kind. However, no fault of hers, my pasta and my girlfriends food came out so cold that I believed it had not been cooked. However she was kind and energetic enough to redeem the negative experience. Y’all survived that 2022 tornado and yet did not have enough of a come to Jesus moment to fully cook your pasta.“

“Spaulding's is a great "townie" bar. Family friendly with good food, good staff, and good daily specials. Lots of TVs and multiple sports are on all the time. Taco Tuesday is always good and they have Trivia Thursday nights. Decent draft beer selection and a full bar. Pool tables and a few electronic games too. GOOD TIMES!!“

“Running—slash walking—slash crawling was how it started, which already tells you more about our physical fitness than you probably wanted to know. This was the prelude to dinner at First Mile, a restaurant that sounds like an athletic event but, thankfully, involves chairs.

Of course, this wasn’t just about food. It never is. People say “it’s about connection” or “shared experience,” which is a polite way of saying “we’re hoping the person next to us doesn’t turn out to be unbearable.” Somewhere between collecting ingredients, grinding, mashing, and pretending to know what we were doing, we started to form… something. Bonds, maybe. Or at least a mutual respect for whoever brought wet wipes.

We all have stories, and the stories, if you let them, start telling their own stories—usually louder than you’d like. But when food starts talking, you have to listen. That’s the rule.

Normally, I wouldn’t order something as dramatic as a tomahawk steak. The name alone sounds like it should come with a waiver. I’m more of a white meat person myself—something you can cut with the side of a fork, preferably while making polite conversation about how “tender” it is.

But when a slab of beef the size of a toddler lands on your plate, there’s a kind of social contract at play. You take a bite. And if it makes you feel something—anything—or even roll your eyes a little, that’s when you know. You know you’re either having a moment of culinary transcendence or heartburn’s gentle prelude. Possibly both.

At some point during dinner, the food stopped trying to be the star of the evening and graciously let everyone else have a turn. It’s nice when that happens—when people, not plates, start taking up the light. I’ve always loved smiles, some more than others. They shift, they surprise you, and sometimes, if you’re lucky, they grow into laughter—the unfiltered kind that makes you forget what you were pretending to be serious about.

The gnocchi itself wasn’t remarkable—solid, unthreatening, the kind of dish that minds its own business. But food has this uncanny emotional authority: more persuasive than family, less judgmental than therapy. I was reminded of that when a single bite triggered a full-scale revolt in my nervous system. No drama in the taste, just drama in me.

I stopped caring about the food and focused instead on the smiles, the laughter—some more genuine than others. But there was one laugh in particular that caught not just my attention, it stayed with me . It was the kind of sound that makes the room pause, as if even the ceiling fan agreed we should all take a moment. I just stood there, listening to the smile behind it. And in the end, I didn’t leave with a full belly; I left with a memory I’ll be chewing on far longer anyway.“

“Redrock Canyon Grill last night for a birthday dinner. There was double booking on our reservation that we placed a week ago, and we got the short end of the stick. Poor communication aside though, here's how dinner went. We ordered the spinach artichoke dip as an appetizer, and when it came out, the plate had like 6 chips on it. Seemed pretty steep for the price ($15), but we asked for more chips and they brought out an entire plate more for free. It came with the dip, as well as a small cup of salsa. Both tasted great! Extra chips made up for the perceived lack of portion size. For a main course, I got the 10oz Filet with mashed potatoes, and "something green" (green beans). The Filet was excellently prepared at requested "medium", with a ton of flavor! It was a stark contrast to what we got at Salt**ass. Tender, juicy, and well seasoned, with a nice crust! Sizes came in 6oz(?), 10oz, and 14oz. Easily the best steak I've had at a restaurant. I wish I would've gotten the 14oz, but not because I was still hungry....I just didn't want to good time to end. 🥴 Next up was the mashed potatoes.....and ho-lee-sht. Creamy, full of flavor! I could be wrong, but i felt like I tasted onions in them? I dont really know what's in them for sure, but i feel like I need to create a Redrock Anonymous group to deal with the withdraw I will be battling, until we inevitably go back. Green beans were also excellent. Not a lot to go over in specifics, but they were awesome, and the perfect companion to the rest of the culinary masterpieces on my plate. Our waitress was super attentive, and quick to refill drinks before they were empty. Very knowledgeable in specials and pricing, and overall a great communicator. This was literally the best meal I've had out at a restaurant, period, and Redrock is likely going to be our go-to for celebrations, and date night's from now on. If you haven't been, you've gotta go! Food: 10/10 Value: 9/10 Service: 9/10 Atmosphere: 9/10“

“Service and pizza was outstanding,, brooke was wonderful and right on cue, answered all of our questions and was a very good waitress.“

“love coming to Bubbas. beers cold, food is good, BUT the staff makes it our "go to place". We look for The Orange Jeep every time we come. Jeremy is top notch with his Patrons. 100/100 recommend this place strictly for what he adds to the experience“

“Great food and a great staff! Love the plant based options!!“

“my husband and I went for the the first time yesterday and it was absolutely amazing. I love that they keep the potatoes in the warmer and then place them back in the warmer after adding the toppings. The food was delicious and the workers were so nice. We would 100% go back.“

“Usually, nostalgia is a sensation that comes from a time period you experienced yourself. Many of us didn’t experience the ‘50s, but diners are apart of the American landscape that chances are you have great memories in a ‘50s themed diner, or at least relate to it as a symbol of American culture. Thanks Jimmie's Diner for keeping that nostalgia going!! Our server, Flash was outstanding he was very friendly and personable. we had a good conversation with him aswell. our food was right on par and the presentation looked great. we fi shed our lunch with a giant sundae. Thanks Jimmie's and your staff for making our lunch a memorable one as always!“

“We’ve been here a few times & it’s always been great. This evening we decided to bring my 90 year old grandparents. Every single crew member went out of their way to make sure they weren’t just well taken care of but that they felt important. Great food & just great people.“

“We want you to bring back the Voodoo Pasta. The staff wants it back, as well. The Cajun shrimp and the chicken parm that replaced it just isn’t as good.“

“Waitress was attentive, food portions was more than I could eat but I ordered big breakfast for me and my cousin The hungry woman and the slop , bill was a little pricey coming in at $50 for two with that said I was glad to pay it because of the service and quality and no small portions here .“

“Very good as DFACs go. Especially if you have airmen Puryear on the grill. We were visiting base and got to enjoy a few meals there made by several different airmen. He was the best. Everything he made was fresh, hot, moist and delicious and he did it with a smile and friendly help. Most things seemed fast food style which was ok for us but I'll bet tiring for troops. Also, some servings were very slim. I'm a 120 lb 50yr old female and I wanted more, so I'd assume it would not be enough for active duty. Overall, we enjoyed it. It is open for all with base access. Enjoy!“

“Aislyn is FANTASTIC! She is very attentive, friendly, and took the time to chat with me during lunch yesterday. She offered to help an elderly man out as he struggled to leave. What a sweetheart. She is gorgeous and very pregnant. I love that TP has supported her in continuing to work throughout her journey. Go see this momma and help her out!! ❤️“

“fun time, great place good fo“

“Fantastic food and service. My son,daughter in law and myself had dinner there last night. Our server was Alyssa. Excellent meal and service!!! Definitely will be returning!!!“

“Had dinner tonight and it was wonderful! Service was great. We enjoyed all the food and the restaurant was clean. I’m pleasantly surprised because it had seemed to been lacking awhile ago but now it’s back!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️“

“Matt with Two Brothers was incredible to work with and packaged up a large order for us efficiently and promptly. I am always so impressed with the staff at this location. Highly recommend for their excellent customer service and good food.“

“Stearman's is a head jewel that is great to take your family or friends. The food is really good and the waitstaff (especially Sophie) is outstanding. Enjoy good and watch all kinds of old and new airplanes fly in and out all day.“

“My husband and I came here to get some better crab legs than the other place across the way. Jessica was our bartender/ server. She was very friendly, had a great personality, and did an amazing job. The food came out in a timely fashion and it was delicious!!! I would highly recommend this Red Lobster!! We will be back. :)“

“My wife and I went to this restaurant for lunch. Ordered a 12oz. Kc Strip and loaded baked potatoe. When the meal arrived it looked amazing. The steak was flavored amazingly and tender. The loaded baked potatoe was perfectly cooked.
The service was amazing and the hostess was friendly and curious. The meal was served in a timely manner.
I highly recommend this location.“

“Awesome staff, delicious food, and fabulous parties!!! Best place in Wichita!!!“

“Great food and excellent service. Thanks for the incredible service Zechariah!! The Parmesan crusted chicken was delicious.“

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“The service was excellent and the food was perfect. I had the Grilled White fish and it was cooked and seasoned perfectly. The other dish ordered was chicken fried stake and it was huge and cooked perfectly as well.

I highly recommend this Restaurant!“

“Christmas company dinner the best!“

“Wonderful food and service! Thank you so much!!!“

“On vacation visiting family, stopped in for a quick bite. There were 3 of us, and we enjoyed all 3 meals. We were really impressed with our server, Emily. She was quick, attentive and very kind. �“

“their bathroom smells like marshmallows good bar“

“The staff was very easy to work with and extremely nice! Will be back and highly recommend for big events!“

“Coffee, hot chocolate and cakes were delicious.Staff were lovely and friendly !“

“excellent service by Heather beautiful setting and very fresh food.“

“Armon is a patient and knowledgeable waiter who made our dining experience. In Liberty, Mo Armon is the waiter you want.“

“I was at Red Robin last night and my server Hannah was AMAZING! We never had to want anything and she provided excellent service. The manager Jamie checked up on us multiple times along with other tables and you can just tell she adores her job. It was a 10/10 experience, highly recommend.“

“Love Keisha and Dashawnda.

Kick off karaoke a little later, and while it’s a smaller crowd, we’ve been mighty.

If you’re out at Spirit and looking for a place to sing your heart out after work, we’re right there.

Stop in, sing a song!“

“Great staff, and menu. Located in the Marriott which is convenient if you are in town for business.“

“The food was hot, fresh and perfectly prepared. Staff were wonderful, greeting us with smiles and making us feel welcome. Our waitress was the best, checking on us when appropriate and ensuring we were enjoying the meal. I highly recommend this place for a great dining experience.“

“Was given this message to contact them and discuss poor review. The link doesn't work. Chili's Grill & Bar (Owner) a day ago We’re sorry for what seems to have been a subpar experience, Dee. You deserve better than this, which is why we’d like to speak with you directly about your visit. Would you please reach out to us at bit.ly/Review-Feedback.“

“Was amazing!! I took my in-laws my husband and our kids here for their first time, they all loved it so much. So thank you!!“

“at around 11pm on 11/30/23 my daughter and son in law ubered to this location (in preparation to not drive home if they has alcoholic beverages) upon entering the established they were refused service while patrons who were actively being served laughed and said "sucks to be you N****r!" the staff then began to laugh and did not reprimand the patron or try to fix the situation by offering service. My daughter paid to get to this establishment only to be met with racism by both staff and patrons. I am absolutely disgusting and heartbroken that they had to deal with this type of embarrassment and hurtful behavior. I will also be contact the GM of this location as well as going as high up in the management chain as need be. I am a retail GM and have been in retail & restaurant management most of my adult life and would never allow this type of behavior in any establishment I run. DISGUSTING!!!“

“Had another wonderful meal at the Scotch last night. Service was awesome. Food and drinks were prepared perfectly. Job well done(as always)!“

“the food was good and fresh“

“I just had my wedding and reception at Chester’s in October. The process from start to finish was delightful. Holly the event planner and Tan the general manager did everything to make our wedding vision come to life. It was the best wedding food I have possibly ever had, and didn’t even seem like “wedding food” it was simply so good. The day of, it ended up being incredibly rainy. The entire team pivoted to accommodate everything inside, and I don’t know what else we would have done without having such an incredible team to work with. If you want to host the most memorable and impressive event that feels elevated and uniquely styled to your taste, go to Chester’s. The service is the best in the city, and the event pricing is highly competitive.“

“So much fun even for the kids!“

“This is a typical IHOP. It’s nothing special, except for our service. On the same hand, it’s certainly not terrible. We plan to return.

Dietary restrictions: Gluten free pancakes are an option!

Wheelchair accessibility: Very easily accessible.“