Restaurants in Topeka

“I love this restaurant. Great Indian food. Tikka Massala is my favorite.”

“We love Pal! I have three young kids, and this is their favorite place to grab lunch. They do a great job with the food. The owner who is also the cook is very friendly. He remembers his customers, and he makes great food!”

“This was our second girls brunch at Salut. Both times the food and drinks were great! Love the small-ish atmosphere and kind wait staff. Allison M was our server this time. She was 100% on top of everything - very attentive, kind, funny, and engaging. The only thing that made the experience not so enjoyable was the table behind us. There were 3 women and a man at that table. The man kept staring at our friends’ 3 year old granddaughter the whole time we were there. He literally had to turn his upper body to see her. We couldn’t figure out if he thought we shouldn’t have a child there or if he was just being nosey. She was well-behaved and did not cause any disruptions at all. Luckily, Allison made up for it in several ways by bringing special drinks and food for the granddaughter. We will for sure be back! And to the rude man that kept staring, you might want to realize that you only made YOU look bad, not that sweet little girl.”

“Best sushi in town. Local business. The owners and staff are great. My wife and daughter love the hibachi. Extra points for an actual sake menu.”

“I've made some amazing memories with some cool locals and love the service. Jacob Tiffany Rach Mannie & Nel are the best in town”

“We had a lovely meal at the White Linen. I enjoyed their eclectic menu offerings. It was one of the better fine dining experiences I've had in Kansas. I would definitely try their Chef's table in future for something a little different!”

“I was grateful to the staff who accommodated a family member with allergies. I asked the person who made the shrimp sandwich to change gloves due to a seafood allergy and the potential of cross contamination. To my surprise, not only did he change them but all the employees changed their gloves to keep him safe. I never like to have special requests but I was so thankful for their kindness and compassion. Plus the meal was great! Thanks Jason’s Deli!”

“I ordered two dinners Togo on my birthday! Upon arrival to pick up my dinners, I was informed they no longer honor the birthday discount for to go orders, I said, thank you turned around and left…….”

“We've rented out Axe and Ale for 3 or 4 years in a row now for our annual company event. Service is always great and everyone always has a great time! Thanks for a continued great experience!”

“We had a turkey panini and rueben panini and both were very good. We had the combo that came with awesome Dirty Btand Potato Chips and drink. Great value and very yummy.”

“I took my daughters and their friend here and we got all different flavors and they are delicious. I love how there are instructions on how to warm up later because they are huge. They also taste as good as the first day on day three. We will be back. Maybe even after every basketball game on Saturdays. lol”

“The only issue i had was our reservation was for 6:15 and the hostess seated a larger group before us and we got our table 45 minutes later. Food was great, water did a tremendous job.”

“This place is the coolest! Great atmosphere, great entertainment, always has great drink and food options!”

“I got a container of sauce that was amazing with my to go order, it was white and tasted like garlic and some thing, it was good, wonder what it was.”

“Very nice for such a simple environment. Good food and great service. Will be back”

“We ate here and had excellent service and a delicious variety of sushi as well as soup, crab rangoon, and fried soba noodles - all for only $15 a person! Don't knock it until you try it! These negative rating seemed to be extremely exaggerated.”

“My daughters and I had lunch at Piasano's today. The food was delicious and the service was a 10/10. If you dine there, ask for Marc (with a c), the French man, for your waiter. He was a delight. Thank you Marc.”

“The prime rib is phenomenal! Go early to find a seat because it does get busy. The bar staff is amazing and work hard to make sure your experience is great!”

“Not a coffee drinker so can’t help you there. But best tea EVER! And let’s not forget customer service! We stopped after a long day of Christmas shopping and had a smoothie and it was delicious! Ended up leaving with 4 bags of loose leaf tea -Merry Christmas to me 😉. Highly recommend Cafe Barnabas”

“Excellent bbq! You must try his sauces! Every thing on the menu is delicious. You won't be disappointed! Look for them around Topeka they have one of the best food trucks around!”

“The food has improved since my last visit. The Tiger-que was a good pick, its almost twice as much food as the brisket platter for just a dollar more. The brisket was a little dry but the flavor was good. The Lenten options were delicious too. They should bring back the shrimp Poboy.”

“I came to Kuki for hibachi. I stayed for what can only be described as a dual-chef, back-to-back culinary rap battle conducted entirely with spatulas and unchecked confidence.
Two chefs stood shoulder to shoulder, grills blazing, trading bars while cooking at full speed like the Food Network meets 8 Mile. I don’t know who won, but we all did.
Now let’s talk food. My filet was cooked perfectly, which deserves its own standing ovation because anyone who’s eaten hibachi knows that filet on a flat-top grill is a high-risk operation. Tender, juicy, flawless. Respect.
The onion volcano wasn’t just impressive—it was the size of Hawaii. I’m pretty sure it had its own ecosystem. Lava (steam) levels were aggressive. Tourists would have taken photos.
And then… the machine-gun shrimp throwing. Rapid fire. Unrelenting. Shockingly accurate. Shrimp flying through the air like edible bullets, landing straight into mouths. Zero casualties. True professionals.
This wasn’t dinner—it was dinner and a show and a minor athletic event. If you’re looking for subtlety, go elsewhere. If you want perfectly cooked steak, culinary chaos, and chefs spitting bars while launching seafood projectiles, Kuki is the move.
Would 100% return. Possibly wearing protective eyewear next time.”

“Yaaaasssssss... Finally got some good ol Godfather's ????? It's been a few years since we've had any. The lady at the register was pleasant, which made this visit even better... I'm gonna have to stop by before we leave so that I can take some home with us ?????”

“Food was perfectly prepared and delicious. It was our waitress Heaven who made the food suggestions,and was she ever right. Not only a sweet young lady, but also well versed in Red Lobster cuisine.”

“Wanted a quiet bite to eat. The "restaurant" is located in On The Border. You can ONLY Order Online and then pick up. The service was fast. The atmosphere was quick and fast. The food order consisted of 1Crunch Wrap and 1 Burrito. Can't wait to try again. 1 order of Oreos and 1 cheesecake”

“It's what you expect for Chuck E. Cheese, but it was absolutely what our 9 year old wanted for her birthday party. Derek did a good job providing all our party needs. The dance party and ticket grab were fun additions. They ran around, played games and ate pizza, cake and ice-cream. The kids had enough credits to play games for a couple hours and most earned enough tickets for the prizes they wanted. All in all a good experience, just not something we'll do every year.”

“If you haven't tried it you are missing out! I am so addicted to their fruit bowls! They are amazing!! Extremely friendly, clean and relaxing environment! Must try!”

“I walked into Circle Coffee for the first time ( all bright eyed and not decaffeinated, and I totally forgot to ask for my coffee decaf ( or what my sister calls sad coffee). By the time I realized, they’d already made my coffee and I was walking out the door— but instead of giving me the “well that’s on you” look, they smiled, told me to gift the original to a coworker ( who now thinks I’m the nicest person alive) and made me a fresh decaf for free. Heroes are baristas apparently. The shop itself is a whole vibe — calm, great lighting and welcoming atmosphere—enough ambiance to trick me into thinking I’m the kind of person who journals daily or could write a novel. Also, do NOT sleep on the strawberry goat cheese danish. It’s seriously delicious. I took one bite and considered writing it into my will. Life changing and I’m probably emotionally attached to it now. This place has great vibes, great people, and even better coffee and pastries. Highly recommend.”

“This is hands down the best place in Topeka. Not just because the food is AMAZING but the people that own it are absolutely incredible. My mom and I get takeout every month when she comes to visit and they always recognize our order, are the sweetest most kind people and the food is outstanding. Would recommend Jongs to everyone!”

“Dear New Friends at Jorge’s Cantina, We were treated like we were old friends. The food was excellent and we loved the not over-salted to make up for lack of great spice-know-how and flavor. The food also looked amazing on our plates. The wait staff is very efficient and friendly. The margaritas are delish and of generous proportion! All the customers seem happy to be there which is fun in itself! To sum it up, Jorge’s lives up to its motto, “ Never a bad day at Jorge’s!” Looking forward to our next visit.”

“Never had a problem with the cookies being overcooked/undercook. Service has always been fast and everyone has always been polite. Nobody has ever had a problem with doing their job or any simple task you ask from them.”

“We love the food at Indian Bistro, the spices are spot on and each dish is unique and delicious. The staff is very friendly and attentive. The restaurant is well run and clean. My kids love it too!”

“Are at the flying monkey tavern at the pennant. Have the chips and queso and a double bacon me crazy burger. Was a really good burger fries were crispy. The chips and queso was excellent as well. The whole menu looked great and was hard to choose what to get for my meal.”

“Cute little cafe with friendly staff and delicious peppermint latte and scones! 😋”

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ 5 out of 5! Love this place. The ice cream never disappoints and ALL lactose free! Yay!”

“We have eaten there three times and the food has been amazing every time. We highly recommend this restaurant!”

“The Thai Table is a great place to eat! Authentic Thai food. Super friendly staff. The Thai chiefs are amazing cooks. Big portions at a reasonable price. The atmosphere is quiet and peaceful, love the decor. I will return and look forward to it!!”

“One of the best hamburgers I have ever tasted. Great service!”

“Can't believe I've lived in Topeka most of my life and just now found out about this place. Delicious custard, generous servings of mix ins, and a good deal to top it off. This is my new go too for frozen custard.”

“I just ate the best quesadilla I have ever tasted in my life!

To put this in context, I have lived over four decades in a different community that has many outstanding Mexican restaurants; moreover, I have eaten at at incredible Mexican restaurants in Santa Fe, Taos, Albuquerque, Tucson, LA, Texas, and so many more.

A colleague and I selected this place based on Google reviews, and it did not disappoint us at all!

Edgar, our server, was outstanding! It turns out that many of the dishes are named after him and his relatives (e.g., sister, cousins, and the like). My quesadilla was called Pedro's quesadilla; it is in the second photograph, and I substituted rice for the onions.

My colleague ordered the Evelyn Platter, which is the third photograph.

The chips were fresh and the salsa was distinctly homemade. They also brought out two bottles of additional hot sauce.
That was so good that I gave it nearly a 100 percent tip!
We ordered the most expensive dishes on the menu which were around $12; however, almost everything else was less.

Be aware, this place was converted to be a restaurant to say this quaint is an overstatement; it is really small. We almost did not stay because getting a seat was seemingly impossible; however, flowed smoothly and we were able to sit immediately. So were others!

If you want a unique dining experience at a family-owned restaurant, it is doubtful you could find anything better!”

“Food is some of the best in the area. Craft beer was good. Wish they had a stout though.”

“I've only ever had their Pretzels, but that alone will keep me coming back!”

“Wonderful place for coffee & other drinks. However, they give you absolutely no time to order your drinks then when you want to look at the menu they just stand there impatiently while you choose something to drink.”

“Wow... 'da WINGS! are amazing!”

“best chicken sandwich!! fries are yummy!!!”

“I'm visiting from Wisconsin. I love bar burgers. The Shack double cheese and chili fries exceeded my expectations. Well done my friends. I'll be back!”

“Holy crap was this good! Double cheeseburger and cheese balls hit real good and a really good price point as well. Folks working were super nice too. Will definitely be back!”

“Skylar is the best! Go Skylar!”

“Best chicken in Topeka!!!”

“We were staying at a local hotel, and asked for paper plates and napkins. I was told they would send napkins, but there were none. When you do hotel deliveries, PLEASE know that we don’t have plates and napkins! Pizza was very good and the delivery was prompt.”

“El mejor The best 👏👍☺️☺️”

“Wonderful service, fantastic food, generous portion sizes. Best biscuits I’ve had in Kansas (I’m from the south) and almost requested another batch to take home. It felt like an insult to not finish all my food! But like I said, the portion sizes are VERY generous, especially for the price. The servers/hostess are so so kind! I so impressed by the customer service.”

“This place is SO good. The BEST pizza and the best customer service. Emma is excellent remade a pizza for me with a smile.”

“Their decorations for holidays are so fun! Great atmosphere and great food!”

“A Sanctuary of Warmth and Community – Café Quetzal There are places in the world that remind you what it means to belong. Café Quetzal is one of them. Step inside, and the chaos of the outside world fades into the background—replaced by the rich aroma of fresh coffee, the hum of friendly conversation, and the warmth of a space built on inclusivity and connection. The first thing you notice is the sense of welcome. A pride flag waves gently in the window, a symbol of the café’s unwavering commitment to community, acceptance, and love. It’s a space where all are embraced, where laughter spills across tables, and where a simple cup of coffee feels like an act of kindness. Outside, the world is unpredictable—sometimes overwhelming, sometimes absurd, like the shadow of a dinosaur stretching across the pavement. But inside, there is sanctuary. Here, you are met with smiling faces, vibrant art, and the kind of small but significant comforts that make you feel at home. Whether you’re here for a quiet moment of reflection, deep conversation, or just a really good cup of coffee, Café Quetzal delivers on every level. It’s more than a coffee shop. It’s a refuge. A place where warmth, love, and hope are always on the menu.”

“Had one of the best burgers I’ve ever tasted in my life and the fries were fantastic too! You couldn’t even taste any grease hardly! Service was excellent and extremely nice, plus the old times feel was a great environment! Will definitely be dining again here!”

“The food at la casita, is always fresh and tastes homemade with lots of love from their kitchen. And It truly is a very authentic meal. Give it a try, I recommend the torta al pastor!”

“good easy burgers will be back again”

“I tried the shop for the first time today. I had forgotten my hearing aides & had to read lips. Their card was down & because I was out of town, they went to a alternate system & really accommodated me well. The Bread & cookies were just really good. The staff was friendly & professional & treated me very well. I was pleased & will go back.”

“I use to eat at the Miami Florida Location and this guy makes the BEST BIRRIA TACOS!!! I am not kidding. I miss this place so much.. I moved to Atlanta Georgia and nobody’s even close. The father moved to Kansas and I was just googling and remembering how good his food was. If you’re ever in Kansas go to this place and if you’re ever in Miami Florida go see his daughters the best tacos.!!”

“I've tried several dishes in here and so far everything AND the service has been great.”

“A few weeks ago, we had Ta Co cater our son's wedding. Everything was amazing! The food was delicious! They came in and set-up as we requested buffet style, an abundance of fresh and delicious food! The guests kept telling us how much they loved the food! And Andy is great to work with, we will continue to support this place.”

“Food and drinks are always good.”

“Hands down the best pizza around. Best customer service as well”

“Great food, coffee, and service!”

“My food was great!! Thank you so much, I will be back soon!!!”

“Bartenders are all amazing!”

“My wife and I recently enjoyed a delightful date night at Tuptim Thai. Even though I'm what one might call a "dirt poor dad" and my wallet is on a perpetual diet, my wife’s new financial independence turned the evening into a celebration. The food was so amazing that each bite felt like a gourmet hug for our tastebuds, and the service—always delivered with a warm smile—ensured that our water glasses were never empty (a luxury my bank account rarely affords!). If you’re in Topeka and looking for a place that serves up not just incredible dishes but also a hearty dose of charm and humor, Tuptim Thai is the spot to be. Highly recommended!😋”

“Great food and great service we go there lot they have know me since was a baby now I’m 34 we feel like family every time we come in they are happy to see us”

“not on my side of town, but definitely my favorite spot to treat myself to. I will happily drive right past all the other chain shops to go to my #1 coffee spot in Topeka!”

“Coffee is the best I’ve had in town. Hazelnut latte was so good. Breakfast bowl was really good too. Glad I tried this today! Pickup was fast and easy.”

“Best tacos, burritos, and service. The food has so much flavor. The prices are reasonable and the service is quick. Y’all better quit sleeping on k-tacos and try it out”

“Tiramisu was the best Pizza is amazing Original crust is made with love”

“Best donuts in Topeka Kansas”

“good food and a great on tap selection, but plenty of room for improvement with service. have your bartender be a bartender, not a combination hostess waitress bartender. been sitting at the bar with an empty pint last for 10 minutes now and the bartender keeps walking by me...”

“They know how make blizzards the right way. Thank you”

“Great service! This place is so underrated, the food is all homemade and has really good prices. They have a wide variety of drinks, and food. This place is amazing, absolutely recommend!”

“Corn tortillas are homemade and authentic! It’s a must have on street tacos!!!”

“Great food the pancakes are huge. And the service was cery good and friendly.”

“great place, good music, good people, fun environment! dj (tony) Antonio”

“Just had a piece of the simply vanilla cake and it was the best cake ever! Very fresh and moist. The Topeka location is a great bakery. Clean and friendly store.”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Fresh bread's, cookies, donuts etc...etc...so very good!”

“Great little bar restaurant, ordered the fish and chips. The fish was great so was the cole slaw ! The chips / fries needed an extra few minutes in the fryer. The bartender/ waitress was awesome she waited 6 tables and 10 bar customers ! That lady needs a raise !!! She's awesome!!!”

“fresh and tasty food generous servings decent prices courteous service This morning I got the breakfast platter and it was superb! > fluffy, cheesy scrambled eggs with tots and bacon ~ Plus a BAGEL !!!🥯”

“The food 🥘 is very good and the service comes with a smile 😃”

“Great Sandwiches,.coffee, prices, and service. We will go there again!”

“The best bar. We’re in town for a wedding from AR and Lindsay WAS THE BEST! So fun and welcoming. What an accepting environments we had a blast.”

“I’ve been a glory day’s customer for over 20 years and love their pizza 99% of the time, but the order today wasn’t as good as usual, less sauce, less toppings, I hope they aren’t changing a winning formula due to inflation!”

“Great food! Family friendly and great staff! 🍕🍕 always have great specials”

“I'm a delivery driver and picked up an order for a local mental health center. The service was kind, fast and friendly.. The restaurant and the floor was clean. I'm only do deliveries, so I can't comment on the food, except Chic-fula does an very good job, assuring a quality entree with a safely seal. This sticker tells them the product wasn't tampered with and factory direct.
Thanks for all you do!
I've moved far away from Topeka, Kansas and remember this order on a fall night in Kansas. Thanks for helping me. The work I'm doing now is better and safer thanks to you. You're the best.
The mental hospital was Stormint Vail on 6th and Gage in Topeka, across from the Gage Zoo.”

“We hadn't found Any bbq place we considered going back a second time too, until now. This is what smokehouse bbq is supposed to be. The meats are moist and tender and the flavors are incredible. We had different sides to try and loved them all. Friendly, Delicious and Now our go to for Amazing bbq!”

“The customer service I received this sunday at Perkin’s was phenomenal. I went out to eat with my mother in law and my infant son. He is at the teething age therefore he is quite cranky. The entire beginning of us getting there and ordering was filled with him crying (which is not fun in a restaurant). Once our meals came, a sweet older lady who is a team lead there, came to our table and offered to hold my crying son so I can eat. She said that I needed it. Not once has this type of customer service been offered to me anywhere else. I will remember this moment for a long time.”

“Shana’s is great to work with and their bakery items are yummy. They worked with me to create items that allow for all my allergies.”

“So kind and lovely such good food never can go wrong with anything on the menu”

“I have stopped by a couple of times recently. The store is clean. The people are cheerful and very nice. The pizza is delicious. Since I hit Topeka pretty early on Saturday mornings, I prefer to be able to pick up my pizza ready to bake and bake it when we're ready to eat. Overall, a great pizza option!”

“This location is hands down the best in Topeka. The staff is wonderful. They made my birthday so special and were so helpful and kind. The girl who works there that also works at the gage scooters… thank you! You’re a kind and genuine person and I will definitely make this my go-to scooters! I’m sure the employees don’t get the credit they deserve which is why I wanted to post a review. Because yall deserve a pat on the back and I will definitely be back! This will forever be my go to store! Thank you so so much!”

“If you're looking for a great, healthy, yummy tea and/ or a smoothie, you need to go get you something from this amazing place !! Very knowledgeable, fun crew that works at both Soul Fire and Happy Place !!!”

“I genuinely like going to this Goodcents, when I have the opportunity. The manager always greets me with a (what seems to be) genuine smile, and pleasant small talk. The other young man that works there when Im usually there is also very kind. I never feel rushed or like they are just trying to get through my (or anyone's) order just to make the next sandwich. I always leave feeling pleased. AND ITS ALWAYS CLEAN. Which is SO nice.”

“Fantastic service and food. Attended a large family event the waitress and service was excellent. Food was fresh, hot and served all together. The Vikings Grille will always be my favorite.”

“The Capitol Cafe is very convenient when the Legislature is in session to be able to run down for a snack. They also serve good food options for a quick lunch. The employees are very friendly and provide excellent service with a good selection in the vending machines after hours. Lettuce Feed You is an all around good experience.”

“The sweetest girl helped us; she was so kind and patient! Our drinks are delicious! We plan to come back next time we are in town!!🤎☕️”

“the chicken burrito is the bomb...and the large guac and chips...are my favorites😋”

“Food was great. Also, I left my purse there and called soon as I realized it. Gentlemen who answered the phone went straight and got it. Brought it out to me when I pulled back in the parking lot! Thank you!”

“This place is clean and they are extremely nice! I had the Tacos al Pastor! Omg then omg again! They are the best I’ve ever had! Rice, beans, guacamole and salsa all on point! Will go again! Thanks!”

“Love this place. The honey garlic wings are amazing. Drinks are priced well and the tables are top notch. I just wish I understood league night on Friday better and which tables are open and not. That's on me though for not asking.”

“The Buffett is always delicious!! The service is wonderful! Great price for a great lunch or dinner! I just love this place ! We will definitely be returning!”

“The service was perfect, atmosphere was inviting and clean, food temperature was a little off (smoked salmon eggs benedict-eggs were not even warm, hollandaise sauce just blended into the egg yoke without a flavor difference. Egg needed to be cooked a little longer to avoid snotty egg white.) And the potatoes were charred on the outside(not an issue) but under-cooked on the inside and needed seasoning”

“Very good food and very reasonable prices. Been there before for dinner, but tried their breakfast this morning and was very impressed! Definitely recommend.”

“it hits the spot. the only problem is that it's hard to stop🙃”

“So good! Everyone is so nice, and the drinks are so good! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

“Fabulous in every way!!! Great food, excellent service, amazing value”

“They have great Daquaris & wish they were open more often!!”

“Smoothies are fantastic. Customers friendly to each other and staff, even one have to wait few minutes, it's fun. But the hero of this place is staff - super fast, super friendly. Love it”

“The friendliest owner/employees. We had the fried chicken dinner with mac 'n cheese and collard greens with cheesecake for dessert. I can't say enough about how delicious it all was. We will 100% be back SOON! We want to try everything on the menu! 😊”

“the crapes and coffee !!!!”

“Great Sandwiches,.coffee, prices, and service. We will go there again!”

“Carlos is a wonder! After a busy day of grocery shopping we stopped by at the end of the day Feb 13th, and his counters were bare. But he pulled a beautiful strawberry tart out of his magic kitchen- PERFECT!! We went straight home and ate it! To heck with supper! We have to use considerable self-control to keep from getting something delicious every day he is open. We speak from experience as people who spent three years in Germany and traveled Europe. Carlos’ Le Petit Bon Bon rivals any pastry we had anywhere in the world.”

“Great place for coffee or drinks.”

“I think this is one of the best kept secrets in town. The owners are great, the pizza is outstanding, there is a pretty good selection of beers that are worth coming to check out on a regular basis to see what is new. The decor is inviting and warm. Have been here 3 times this year and heading back tomorrow night to see what is new, with friends. Come check it out. Do not believe you will be disappointed.”

“The staff are always patient and they have awesome service! I had thought I'd placed a mobile order and it didn't go through completely on my end, and the staff there today, 12/7/25, were helpful and patient while I got myself squared away. Thank you guys!”

“Friendly staff, cozy atmosphere, and good specials. A must visit for the pool player!”

“I've been trying to get some Smokey Dunks for a few years now, ever since I heard they had great BBQ. So imagine my surprise when I found out they had a store just a few miles from Truckhenge AND were open until 2am on weekends! We got the Burnt Ends meal (which was very good) and 2 jars of cheesecake (which was excellent). I will definitely be visiting them again and often, now that I know where they are!”

“Cryster Asian Diner is the Best Asian Food In town. Real Chinese food. The restaurant is clean and the food are delicious! Also the staff is nice and kind.”

“Upon arrival the reception was busy so I decided to wait at the bar while we waited. The bartender was on break, and Brian picked up the spot and served wine. As it turned out. He was also our server for the 16top bday which he executed flawlessly. We were celebrating a birthday and memories were made. He’s an all star!”

“I’m super picky about catering. I can usually tell when someone has mass produced an events food. This was so different. I felt like a chef professionally cooked each meal. It was amazing.”

“We stopped in today to try the coffee. Super friendly staff, and great items to shop for! The iced coffee was awesome, a nice treat after shopping at First Friday. I'll be back!”

“Decidedly underwhelming after all the hype, and it's not just because it's hyped up though which hurts all the more. Just ok, don't know why people are so crazy about this stuff 🤷”

“We had such a great experience thanks to our waiter, Ben! He was extremely friendly, checked in on us often, and made sure our food and drinks were perfect. It’s rare to find service that feels this genuine. We will definitely be coming back because of the excellent service! Thank you Ben!”

“The service is amazing and so is the food.”

“This is a great & friendly place!!!”

“I haven’t eaten here before but I’ve heard good things. The reason I’m giving a 5 star review is because I was door dashing an order and the order had just started being prepared when I got there. The lady at the front was so kind and gave me a cup and told me get whatever drink I wanted and to rest while I wait.
I definitely will be coming back soon to try the food!🙌🏾”

“There are two times in my life where I haven't left a tip and 11/11/25was one of them. I and two of my co-workers and 3 of my special needs.Clients went to tailgaters for lunch. They were busy which was fine. My co-worker asked if they could wipe off a table for us.The waitress response was as soon as we can. My clients were well behaved and didn't cause any trouble. Later, the waitress came to our table and asked to take our order One of my clients was playing with the menu and laughing?She proceeded to put her hand on the menu and said enough of that.I already have a crying baby.Because there was a baby crying at another table. the waitress was very disrespectful and down right mean to us. she walked by her table several times did not stop to check on us , did not refill drinks and didn't even acknowledge that we were even there. It took forever to get our tickets and once we got our tickets.My co worker said we're ready to pay but the waitress proceeded to leave the table anyway. so we had to wait even longer for her to come back and take our tickets. We told another co-worker when we got back to the facility about what happened.He was upset and called the store. but our luck, the waitress who waited on us happened to be the manager and the owner.But we're wondering if that's even true. We were downright ignored and disrespected. I understand how frustrating it is work busy and shorthanded but that is no reason to be downright mean. We will not back. My agency had Tailgators on the schedule once a month but since this horrid waitress made us feel unwelcome and treated us like an inconvenience we will not be returning. A person shows their true character by how they treat the vulnerable.”

“Great bar with great bar tenders. Where everyone knows your name.”

“10/10 food and service was great! Pizza is so good 😍😍 No complaints ☺️”

“Lots of authentic Mexican bakery items, along with snacks and drinks. Affordable prices and unparalleled offerings. We were only in town for one night but my wife found it and took a shot. We were treated well and we thoroughly enjoyed what we bought. I don't know what it is called but the roll stuffed with cream cheese and jalapenos? So good!”

“🍺😀👍 Had a lot of fun!!”

“We placed an order online for pick up. Got it home and one of the meals was wrong, food was cold, chipswere stale and one of the items was missing. We live 20 min away, so we didn't go back to complain, but beware if you order an order for pick up.”

“fast friendly service! wonderful food 🥰”

“My daughter and I have only been here for breakfast but we love the food. She gets the corn beef hash and we split biscuits and gravy. I’ve had omelettes. Great selection!”

“Love this place. Very inexpensive for the way todays prices are. Cheeseburger, fries, coke, and a mudslide with your choice of topping for 6.99, WHAT?!!!!!! That and they are pretty darn good to.”

“I love the strawberry shortcake on the custard! So addicting. But it is wonderful!!!”

“Best and cheapest place to get quality bread's and a sweet treat, I put mine in the freezer and use as needed! Great customer service”

“A wonderful and pleasant surprise! The ☕️ 💯”

“Love coming to Abigail’s after working night shift. It’s peaceful for breakfast and drinks in the morning and of course, you gotta love Penny, my favorite bartender. I can’t decide if I like the food or service better. Either way, It’s an every week thing for me. My work crew thanks you Penny for starting our morning off right.”

“We stopped in today looking for a lemon cupcake after we had doctor's appointments up on Topeka. We grabbed a 6pk of cupcakes, went in for lemon ones, and to say the cupcakes are the star, I think the manager (Crystal?) was so sweet and so amazing! we will definetly be back! Thanks for welcoming us!”

“I wish they would bring back the Café Vanilla Frappuccino.. I love this team they are so wonderful, the manager isn’t a robot!!! One was a cow once but that was Halloween lol I usually go through the drive thru on my way to work and it is always such a great start to the day!! I still get the cafe vanilla we just have to build it a little and I hear it’s kinda tricky, so Starbucks let’s put it back on the menu and make a staple again!!”

“So check this out. I love this place. Pretty much everything I've gotten there has been pretty good. And every employee I've talked to has been an absolute delight. Other coffee shops could take a page from Dutch Bros' book. Anyway y'all rock! Love you!”

“Hands down the BEST food!!! I have been eating here for years and I have never been disappointed. So many different items to choose from. There is a wee bit of a wait but aren't all great things worth waiting for? Love this place”

“I went there on a Monday night and it was a fun time! They had karaoke and that's always a blast. I'm not from the area so I just stopped in and everyone there was pretty welcoming. The bartenders were great. I went to another bar before this one just because it was closer to my hotel and I didn't enjoy it nearly as much. I would highly recommended this bar if you're looking for a bar with kinda that small town feel and looking for a fun time. Everyone was so laid back. If I ever end up in Topeka again I'll definitely go back.”

“I absolutely love this place. I've yet to have a bad flavor.
There were some bees in the trash can, but honestly, let the bees have something they deserve it.”

“Can’t go wrong with their food! It’s delicious every time!!”

“Well, I had the Warm Brown Sundae. It comes with 2 scoops for like $7.89. I added a scoop and paid closer to $12. Wheww.. and I'd buy it again..

My phone died mid-picture and well I couldn't..didn't want to wait the time it would take to charge and take a picture.
😆😋 Here is the layers of my deliciousness:

🍒
Hot Fudge Drizzle
Dollop of whipped cream
Scoops of Cherry Jubilee
Strawberry Tres Leches
and Lemon Custard
chocolate brownie”

“I love Mom & Pop style restaurants. This place has amazing homestyle food. i m9ved out of the country for work, when I visit family in Topeka this is the first place I go.”

“Fast service. And we had 8 in our group”

“We miss having our Papa Murphy's in Great Bend so much! Since we were hoping to be staying in Topeka for a few days it was great to be able to get our favorites again (Thai and Gourmet Vegetarian). The store on 29th did a good job.

Vegetarian options: Gourmet vegetarian is the best!”

“Me encanta este lugar muy rico todo 😋”

“Delicious Hot Deli Sandwiches! 🥪”

“Probably the coolest place Topeka has had for awhile, great atmosphere to enjoy live music and good people. 10/10 ✌️❤️”

“I LOVE this shaved ice location—they are the only place I know that has SUGAR FREE flavors!!! I recently heard that the gentleman/brothers that owned it recently sold it. I hope the new owners keep the sugar free options—1. because I will cry if they don’t and 2. the previous owners worked hard to keep it in stock but once word really got out about the sugar free options, they had trouble gauging the rapidly increasing demand since it was likely greater than previous years sales and their forecasting for inventory didn’t know the popularity boom. Please please please remain with sugar free possibilities and, if your sales prove to be worth it, have longer hours during the summer.”

“We no longer live in Kansas City, but I now subscribe to receive a 5 lb. bag for $89.00 shipped every 6 weeks. The best part is that the beans are roasted right before they’re shipped! SO FRESH 10/10 LOVE this company!”

“The birria fries were delicious!”

“Great service brought my whole family for lunch and had an outstanding experience the server was so friendly and kind she even went out of her way to make sure my son had all the sides he had requested!! Thank you guys”

“we got gift cards and live out of town, but decided to give it a try and it was fantastic, the shrimp wonton was incredible and the chipotle chicken quesadilla was very good. even the side salad was really good. our server Kevin was really friendly and helpful as we had questions about the menu.we will be coming back soon .thanks for a great meal.”

“Great food and outstanding service today for lunch.”

“Aya is the absolute best. We came in with a huge group and she was all alone (mind you it’s 2:30 on a weekday) but she got all of our orders perfect. She needs a raise for sure.”

“Even though it was busy, it look then less than 5 minutes to get our order! We get 3 burritos, nachos and 4 drinks. We were in line less than 10 minutes and everything was delicious!”

“Love coming to this place, and knowing that I’m not filling my body full of greasy things! I love adding probiotic and fiber to my shakes! My children love them too! This was a pic of us headed to her dance competition!”

“Always fresh & delicious”

“Wish they still had the mint ice custard sandwiches. Won’t go to Freddy’s much in general because of it.”

“Kuddos to the amazing staff they were friendly, got our orders correct, went above & beyond to make our experience excellent!”

“Great local Mexican food place with marvelous fajitas! Quick and caring service. Don't wait too late and you'll have trouble finding parking.”

“I rarely EVER do food reviews, but this place deserved it. The shredded chicken and pulled pork were cooked to perfection and the “crack green beans” are literally what they say.. crack. 🔥 cheesy potatoes were A1 as well. I highly recommend trying this establishment if you haven’t yet.”

“probé las hamburguesas y están riquísimas❤️los Señores bien amables”

“Birria tacos & Steak burritos were soo so good! 10/10 definitely recommend. My new go to spot 🔥🔥”

“Most phenomenal service I've experienced in a while. Fabulous job by all of the waitresses and waiters - extremely courteous and very efficient!”

“I got your sampler today, again, and it was amazing!! The meat is so tender, juicy and full of flavor!! I love how you keep making new and creative sides also!! The tomato, cucumber, onion salad is the bomb! Picked up the cornbread squash side today also, blown away!! I would never have thought to combine those two, but seriously delicious! Keep making delicious food!”

“Food is always on point! freshly made, tastes amazing, very friendly service! the BEST!”

“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

This place is the best of both worlds, a fantastic bakery and a well-stocked baking supply shop! The baked goods are always fresh, delicious, and beautifully made, and the quality truly shows. On top of that, the supply side is a baker’s dream with a great selection of tools, ingredients, and helpful staff who are happy to answer questions or offer tips. Whether you’re treating yourself or stocking up for your own baking projects, this shop is a must-visit. Highly recommend!”

“I love that they still have the look of how it did when it first opened. The big red comfy booths and them bringing it to your table. Their food was sooo good and fresh and it was well kept up. Hope they never change!”

“Grate hole in the wall fun place pool tables and live music, celebrating a friend's 22 birthday, was a experience to go and have a fun time and listen to a live band. Live karaoke, Caution ramp is slippery on the backside after rain. All good. There was a $5 cover charge when we went, was a fun experience. Friendly people there.”

“Best coffee ever and I don’t even like coffee😂😂 Also have great workers and a great atmosphere!”

“Great Experience! Easy online ordering process. My order was right on schedule for the pick-up time selected. Reasonable price/ quality ingredients. 🍕 Clean store front, friendly staff. Easy dinner night.

Parking: Easy to access open parking lot West side of Gage Blvd. Just South of 10th St.”

“Excellent food, have been going for years. Eddie who often cooked before, now owns restaurant and the food is better than ever! Ignore those reviews by the self centered girls who apparently don’t like anything. Treat yourself and your friends to the best Mexican food in town!”

“They focus all their energies on making fresh baked goods, especially bread, and everyone loves good bread right? 8 love many of the brands under the Bimbo Baking flag.”

“Hunt Brothers Pizza is a great pizza for anybody searching for really good tasting food the employees are always very respectful their Pizza is also never undercooked or overcooked it is always just right with a perfect amount of toppings”

“It's a decent little Cafe. It's not a legit cafe, more like a Starbucks but good prices and kind staff. It's IN THE LIBRARY for anyone else who thought they were lost lol”

“Good taco bar cold beer. Prices very reasonable. 🍺🌮”

“Golden Corral in Topeka is always excellent in variety, taste, & service.
My favorite waitress is Donna. She knows, and does her job well. Thank You!”

“one of our go to places for date nights and family dinners. Great staff, awesome food and fast service. :)”

“Hubby loved the grown up drunk from there yes they sell alcohol. Food was awesome as always.”

“Been eating at Taco Casa to Taco Als for five decade's. Same owners, same good food and service. Covid has made a negative impact on. businesses and people. I love the place and food. The owners and employees are always friendly.”

“Driving through the tiny little town of Lyndon, Kansas, I read across the most adorable bistro and Coffey shop. The panini was scrumptious, the employees customer service , exemplary and decorated so, so cute and welcoming. Did I mention the delicious smells. Only drawback is I don’t live closer!”

“Friendly staff, great food, nice atmosphere ; All around great place to dine.”

“We went there for an after funeral gathering and it was a good place to go for this. Lots of room for everyone, good food and whatever anyone wanted to drink. Great service considering how busy the place was, too.”

“They always treat me so good💋💋”

“Since my first time at Townsite I have LOVED IT. Amalia at the register is so kind and the boys (&girls) in the back always cook up something good for the weekly special. I’ve never found something there I don’t like! Give them a try, and for convenience order ahead online!”

“Great selection, great prices and friendly staff.”

“Everything was correct and service was friendly and prompt. Good experience and would stop again if in the area.
I don’t recommend the churros though. They are weirdly soft.”

“My first time in Topeka, Kansas found the wind gusting into the 40’s. Once I dropped off the highway, instead of being relegated to the hotel treadmill, I was able to wander across the parking lot to the Westridge mall.

Two miles in, and a handful of laps behind me, I finally slowed my pace to a crawl and then to a stop in front of this wholesome cookie shop. What kept crossing my mind as I passed it was how vibrant and full the cases looked, in a mall that has seen better days. It was obvious someone or multiple someones were keeping this business busy!

When I stopped, I found out the “why” of that curiosity. Gayla does a little walk in business, but catering and corporate orders have kept her busy for the past 11 years!

My sugar tooth kept directing my mind to the frosted sugar cookies. As she was bagging a little luck of the Irish up, the banana crumble caught my eye and that was added to the bag as well.

A little more conversation and a picture later, and I was back to walking. I did not make it far before I had to open up the bag.

First was the banana crumble. I will never claim to know baking, other than I can consume copious amounts of cookies, but it was light and the banana was very pronounced. Would recommend trying it! One, (or two) would pare perfectly with a morning cup of coffee or tea.

Next up was the sugar cookie.

The first bite, I could feel the snap of the cookie. It surprised me a little as I am used to a soft sugar cookie but then all curiosity was lost and the frosting coated my palette….

Again I know so very little about baking and even less about frosting. But this frosting was absolutely delicious. I can say it is the best frosting I have ever tasted! Light and balanced; not too dense or too sweet, but a perfect mouth feel and taste!

If you are in Topeka, please stop by and try Gayla’s cookies! These small businesses need our support, especially in spaces like Westridge mall!”

“I've personally never had an issue with anyone or anyone of the food chains at this location! Everyone is so nice and the place is always kept clean when I'm there!”

“Very clean, friendly, polite staff! Wonderful bartender! Comfy beds! Highly recommend! Love the Hiltons.”

“One of the things I love about Scooters is their app! I love the rewards and I especially love that in my birthday month I received up to $6 towards the drink of my choice! I think it's a great feature that they give you all month instead of just the day of your birthday. Everyone at the Topeka store (29th & Gage) is sweet and fun and they do have great job!”

“Yes I would highly recommend it. Very good! And the service was awesome.”

“Great time as always, good price drinks and tacos!”

“Yummy blended vanilla, honey lavender! Yum! Friendly atmosphere and great service! 100% recommend!”

“Young kid was kind, food was ready quick and tasty.”

“I’m a pizza lover and Pizza Parlor is by far my favorite since I relocated to Topeka! They are friendly, pizzas are larger than most pizza places, and they are extremely generous with the toppings!!

Highly recommend!”

“Delicious food. Great service.”

“Finally a place that understands that hotwings should be hot! Very hard to find a place that takes spicy seriously.

The wings were extremely crisp. Definitely gonna go back to see how their burgers are.”

“Good food, lots of tvs, friendly staff, big place”

“My husband and I go to El Mezcal a couple times a year and are always pleased with the food and service, but tonight we were exceptionally impressed. We were served by Luciano and I don’t know if we have ever had better service anywhere. Very personable, very attentive, very impressive!”

“Ordered for the first time on Mother’s Day with delivery by Uber Eats. The food was delicious and the portions very generous! Will definitely be a repeat customer! I was also impressed with the Uber Eats delivery!”

“Ever wanted to step backwards through time?
Well, that's what this place felt like.
Old school Americana plastered on the walls and (metaphorically) oozing from between the tiles.

We were served very quickly, the food came the second we sat down.
And to be fair, we claim in at a time where it wasn't very busy, but worth it nonetheless.

I got the garlic parmesan steak burger and my travel partner got herself the oriental chicken salad.

I can say that the fries were perfectly cooked and the burger was perfect, like pillows of garlic bread with the best patties you've ever had.

I can't say much for the salad since my travel partner didn't let me have any, but she noted that she loved the ginger dressing.

And the sweet tea was actually sweet tea, so all around perfect in my book.”

“I have been thinking about ordering for months and I don’t know why I waited! The ultimate magnifico was packed with flavor. Fast and delicious. I was not expecting to have to cut it but my pizza cutter was ready to go. I’ll definitely order again.”

“PLEASE, please replace the barstools at the bar!! They are wobbly and I am afraid of crashing to the floor every time I sit on any of them. We love sitting at the bar to watch games so please do this for your regulars. Otherwise, the service and food is great. Give this place a try. Just beware of sitting at the bar.”

“Delicious! Chips were light & crispy .Salsa was fresh. I had combo #3 enchiladas & taco. Staff were attentive & it was clean. 5 stars for sure. Just traveling wish Jose Peppers was in Wisconsin!”

“Great food, minimal wait at the drive thru. I will definitely be going back :)”

“The people are very friendly and the food is great but, the cookies are nasty. Don't waste your money!!”

“Such a cool place. The pumpkin spice cold brew is my fav!”

“Love this place. We're from Wichita, KS.
My nephew is going to Washburn University just up the road a bit, & every time we go up to drop him off or pick him up, we make a point of stopping for the incredible food. (We are picky about our Chinese Buffets, so us looking forward to our trips up to Topeka because we get to eat here says volumes.)”

“Thanks for the spoons! ~ Dairy Queen”

“DQ is always good. Although the Blizzard my granddaughter got didn't look like it would stand up to the"upside down" test; it didn't look thick enough to me. She said it tasted good anyway.”

“This location is hands down the best in Topeka. The staff is wonderful. They made my birthday so special and were so helpful and kind. The girl who works there that also works at the gage scooters… thank you! You’re a kind and genuine person and I will definitely make this my go-to scooters! I’m sure the employees don’t get the credit they deserve which is why I wanted to post a review. Because yall deserve a pat on the back and I will definitely be back! This will forever be my go to store! Thank you so so much!”

“Order drive-thru at a busy time of day receive someone else's order by mistake when I called the restaurant Brandon was very apologetic and quick to offer a coupon as compensation thank you for doing the right thing accidents happen”

“Drive thru is a bit slow but egg drop soup is great. The buffet is always clean and fresh”

“Good food, didn’t disappoint at all.”

“my server Juanita was amazing. Great service very easy to talk to and almost made sure I was refilled on drinks and chips.”

“We love the wings but we just found out the original sauce has been replaced. The new sauce is not the same and not good. It’s actually a strange color and only tastes of butter. It is pretty unsavory. Bring back the original sauce. Your company likely relies on this sauce for success. These wings have always had the original hot sauce. Not a good decision to change this recipe. I’m pretty sure the original sauce was the reason for the wing success of Hooters. Our service was amazing and the beer was cold. Just please don’t change the sauce.”

“I love El Ranchito! Chips and salsa are great (rare in Kansas) and the portions are generous!! I always leave stuffed! The guac is the best in town and the mix fajitas is amazing!! For the price of fast food these days, I'd rather go here and eat real food!!”

“Vegetarian options: They have many options for vegetarian meals sandwiches, salads, wraps, pizzas.

Parking: Handicap parking available, the parking is shared with Walmart.

Kid-friendliness: Smaller portions for kids.

Wheelchair accessibility: Yes. Close to main doors, and handicap parking,all on lower level.”

“Omg! I can’t explain this! The food is amazing! My boyfriend got a second sandwich. It tastes so delicious. It’s our first time going there. I definitely approve of the place and their food. The worker is friendly and nice. That place is very clean, with a simple, cute design. I rate that place and foods 100/100”

“Me and my brother Tristen Lang stopped by here after the Topeka Scarecrows game. The pizza was incredible, and the owner (who served us) was incredibly nice, his service was top notch, and extremely welcoming. We will 100% be back to grab another pie from this place. And if your reading this review and are thinking about stopping, you definitely should too. 🔥”

“I ordered a carne asada burrito through grubhub and I recieved a soupy beef and tomato mess (my dogs did enjoy it though). I also ordered simple chips and salsa. How could anyone get that wrong, well the Mexican Taco Shop can, because they were all stale. When I called the restaurant, the manager was rude and said it was made as ordered. I would not recommed this place to anyone, unless you just want to feed your dogs.”

“Absolutely the best Chinese food we have had in years!!! Lunch was amazing!! Will be back over and over again!!”

“Idk who this Gerardo is but I love the food at Pancho's. So that's your name. Solomente los Pancho's. No si los Gerardo's el stupido. Pancho's only or I stop eating here. Lol just kidding. El chistoso. Comida moi bueno. Yummy!”

“Ordered carryout and it was awesome! The margarita chicken was warm, moist and tasty, and Chili's black beans are the best I've EVER had (but they don't need the added pico). The salsa and chips are always great. Glad they don't add a half acre of cilantro to the salsa, like some do. Thank you for a great meal!”

“Just good food and a relaxed atmosphere. Reasonable prices.”

“Our Topeka Culver’s is the best - great tasting food, awesome customer service and the absolute best GM. Culver’s recently did a shared day for our Granddaughter Aspen’s reconstruction skull surgery and donated a portion of the sales to her. The outpouring of love from Culver’s and the community was awesome. Love Culver’s ❤️💜”

“waitstaff is courteous and friendly”

“Awesome service! Kind workers. Appreciated their detail to customer service and cleanliness of the front lobby. 👌 very impressive!”

“SHOUT OUT to the Starbucks on Huntoon!!!!! They are busy busy bees, & the 29th St. store is closed this AM. We all know how busy that place can even when the 29th St store is open!!! Although it is mass chaos in there this morning, & busy as hell, those baristas were still nice, & kind & polite. They acknowledged the wait, apologized many times & thanked everyone for waiting. I even tried to call out some names on drinks that were sitting cause there was soo many and move them to the side!!!! Oh, & most importantly, we met some nice people. Lol!!!! Happy Friday!!!!”

“It's a wonderful place to eat and wonderful ppl working their too”

“I ordered a carne asada burrito through grubhub and I recieved a soupy beef and tomato mess (my dogs did enjoy it though). I also ordered simple chips and salsa. How could anyone get that wrong, well the Mexican Taco Shop can, because they were all stale. When I called the restaurant, the manager was rude and said it was made as ordered. I would not recommed this place to anyone, unless you just want to feed your dogs.”

“Door dashed never picked up my order after several hours, so I had to cancel with door dash. I called them and the lovely manager allowed me to come and pick it up free of charge, when they did not have to do that!”

“The food was really good and the service by Sara K. was phenomenal. The restaurant Appeared to be clean and everything about the whole experience was good.”

“Good food at a fair price”