50 Best American Restaurants in Wichita

“Excellent food (lobster deviled eggs, avocado toast platter, mimosas and espresso martini). Everything was delicious. Avocado toast platter had lots of options for building toast and all were delicious. Excellent attentive service. We were there for hours chatting, sharing mimosas. We were never rushed. Always a treat to go to First Mile. Thank you for a wonderful morning.“

“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“

“Great pizza, and the buffalo flats were awesome! Leftovers heat up really well too.“

“We started regularly going here (west wichita location) about 8 months ago. Dine in once and multiple carry outs. This place never misses! Fast, friendly, prompt, delicious, accurate. They check every box for us. 🥰“

“Best pizza in the Midwest. You will not be disappointed. Had pizza, Italian salad and wine! Will definitely be back with friends! Thanks“

“We attended Princess Night and it was awesome. From the woman who took my call and RSVP over the phone, to our server, and the princesses, everything was very well done on such a busy night. Thank you Bubba’s for hosting this event.“

“Just finished Mother’s Day dinner and decided to stop by for the first time and have nothing but great things to say . I got the lemon chicken picatta and I’m not lying when i say it was one of the best meals/pastas i have had in a while . Everything was perfectly cooked and seasoned and our waitress was the sweetest , will definitely be going back soon !“

“Poppie’s has amazing food and friendly staff who remember your name. You can tell the food is made with love. I’m always excited that they have so many vegan options. A+“

“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!“

“Da chicken shak and more at 31st and Seneca food is always hot and fresh and they are always putting extra chicken tenders in. My seven year old son loves the chicken tenders and french fries.“

“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.“

“We recently hosted our truck group’s holiday party at The Depot Wichita, and it was an incredible experience! We reserved the 2nd floor attic bar, which was the perfect space for our large group. The venue was decorated for the holidays, adding a warm and festive touch that made the event even more special. The staff were absolutely amazing—friendly, attentive, and ensured everything ran smoothly. The food was fantastic, and the festive drinks were a big hit! The Depot Wichita has a wonderful atmosphere and all the amenities you could need. If you’re looking for a spot to host a party or event, I highly recommend them. They truly went above and beyond to make our celebration a success. Thank you for helping us create such a memorable afternoon!“

“Regularly eat here and we have used the space for business meetings numerous times. Excellent space for collaboration and the staff goes above and beyond to make sure you have the best experience possible. Shout out to Shane who made sure I got a special gluten free (and delicious) dessert today!“

“It was our first time visiting and the whole experience was spectacular. Our service from Bridget was prompt, warm and welcoming. The steak was so tasty and the dessert was delicious. Thank you for making our Valentines day special Bridget.“

“Lotusflow, Dj sunshine & Zealr the absolute best!! Love 🫶🫶🫶 can’t wait to come back to brickyard. Staff are professional and personable“

“My 1st time to a Culver's 👍🙌 Great food and even better service. Steph was amazing taking care of all our needs!!! Thank you Steph, West Wichita America 🫶🙌“

“I LOVE BRADLEY HES THE BEST“

“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!! ❤️“

“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!“

“have been in love with these since 4th grade. I'm 70 now. I love the steam fried yumminess of these unique sandwiches! The root beer is beyond compare!! I miss the tip tops! The chili made with Mannings brick chili mixed with the steam fried hamburger and pinto beans ...a Winner!“

“Kaylyn is always so sweet and attentive, always ask me how I am doing, even if I do not sit at one of her tables. The girls at Twin Peaks all act like they are sisters/best friends. Their close friendships with each other and team spirit always puts me in a great mood. U.V., Taylor, Mati, Sav and so many others go out of their way to help. I am a busy insurance agent and I do lots of my work from the Twin Peaks table, in between appointments. It works out great for me.“

“Wonderful experience, our server was friendly, best place to eat.“

“Visited while staying at the Hyatt.

Honestly, one of the best hotel restaurants I've been to.

Nice people. Good selection of mid to top shelf alcohol. Solid food.

I was skeptical, but the restaurant was solid enough I would recommend it even if someone wasn't staying at the hotel.“

“best breakfast in town for the money“

“Had the Bacon Brauts & 3AM Nachos, both were incredible!!“

“We had the taco's and they were amazing, generously filled. Loved them! My husband said David was a nice guy. Going to try the enchiladas very soon. Highly recommend!“

“Had the brisket Mac and cheese egg roll, southwest chicken egg roll, and voodoo fries. Egg roll consistency was awesome, shells nice and crispy! Voodoo fries were the big win. Covered in various sauces and andouille sausage. We will be be going out of our way to find them again! Seriously… try the voodoo fries.“

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“The food was fantastic, but what truly made the experience unforgettable was our server. He was knowledgeable about the menu, incredibly attentive, and made sure we never needed a thing. His energy and professionalism elevated the entire meal. The dishes were delicious on their own, but the service took it to another level. Do yourself a favor—stop in, enjoy the food, and hope you’re lucky enough to be seated in his section.“

“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.“

“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!!!“

“Good food and service was great. Also love shopping in the store ❤️“

“Best breakfast ever! Food was absolutely amazing, and service was fantastic. We had the smothered burrito and the Shocker scramble. Employees were attentive and on the ball, and the place was very clean. Obviously a well run place! Don’t miss it if you’re in Wichita.“

“I visited The Monarch on saturday with my girlfriend and her brother. I got the roast beef sandwich with chips, he got the buffalo mac and she got the chicken caprese. We all enjoyed our food and had a good time. The place was pretty busy but the wait really wasnt bad. I hope to come back soon.“

“I ordered for the first time from your establishment tonight. Just a simple steak mashed potatoes and side salad. It came just perfect. It’s perfect size for two meals for this older single lady. Actually four meals because I will get two lunches out of the salad and that means a lot to me being retired. I didn’t have to cook or clean anything up either. The steak was nice and tender, flavorful and I really appreciate not having potato peels in my mashed potatoes!! those were very good! I will be back. Thanks!“

“The best restaurant in the whole state of Kansas and I’m not exaggerating.“

“We ate here tonight and had an absolutely PHENOMENAL server-his name was Ty and he was the best server we’ve ever had. I just wanted to put that out there for him to get recognition for a job very well done 😀“

“Jimmy is a fantastic server he serviced us on Sunday and today and his manners was well perceived he seems to be a very hard worker and I would always like him to be my server“

“Chicken fried steak mashed potatoes and gravy is the best. It’s made like my mother’s. Old school, comfort food.“

“Great food“

“The brisket was decent, but the sausages were pretty good. The garlic bread was spot on and the brisket chili is a unique find that fits the vibe of Kansas. The potato salad however was nothing special. Overall, the restaurant had an old-school BBQ joint feel to it.“

“I tried the falafel burger basket at Beastro inside Sedgwick County Zoo. The burger was decent but not exceptional—while the falafel patty was flavorful, the overall combination with the bun and toppings felt a bit dry. The fries were crispy and well-seasoned, which I enjoyed. Given the location and the convenience of grabbing a quick bite during a zoo visit, it's a decent option, but I wouldn't go out of my way for it. The prices are a bit steep for what you get, but that's expected at a place like this. Overall, it's an okay choice if you're hungry while exploring the zoo.“

“EXCELLENT!!! We were in Wichita for one day and the husband wanted breakfast. We found this gem on trip advisor and gave it a go.
Greeted at the door by friendly faces and were waited on quickly.
Restaurant, though in an old building was spotless!
I had the liver & onions - not a dish all chefs can manage but this was just right! Not cooked to death. Tender & juicy. Real mashed potatoes and the best ranch I’ve ever had (better than Mazzios!).
Hubby had a classic breakfast. All fresh, hot & cooked to perfection.
Did I mention their rolls. 🤤 Coffee was great too!
The only thing I’d change is real butter for those incredible rolls & biscuits.“

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

“The food is mediocre at best. Very little seasoning, just bland. Would be best served at a nursing home.“

“Shrimp tacos are fabulous. Great service. Chilled atmosphere for the lunch crowd. 5 star“

“Hands down the best pancakes in Wichita! Sweet, hot and perfect--served by a lovely wait staff.“

“Cinthia does my whole family, friends, and work caterings. From small gatherings to big family weddings— we all always look forward to her food. It’s all delicious!!! From Mexican, pastas, charcuteries, and desserts, everything is always delicious. Professional & timely. We love her!“