Raise your hand if you love a good meal.*Raises hand.* Now raise your hand if you love a good meal that YOU don't have to make. *Raises both hands.* If you are in search of delicious food from some unexpected and under-the-radar Kansas restaurants, you will want to visit these 11 incredible "hole-in-the-wall" places. Just bring your appetite!
1. Taco Lucha, Manhattan
Do you like Mexican food? Yes? Then you're going to LOVE this hip Aggieville restaurant, which serves made-from-scratch burritos, tacos, and other Mexican favorites.
To check hours and menu visit the Taco Lucha website.
2. Tri-Mee Drive In, Fredonia
Do you really want Mee to Tri these amazing-looking chili cheese fries with onions and jalapenos? Well, if you insist...
Tri-Mee Drive In Facebook page
3. Don's Place & Gift Closet, Protection
Homemade country fried steak with eggs and gravy and a lot more where that came from (plus numerous other options) at Don's! And definitely try the doughnuts,cinnamon rolls, and pies here.
For more information, visit the Don's Place Facebook page.
4. Harry's Cafe, Pittsburg
Do you like having a great breakfast at one of Kansas' diners? Breakfast is the most important meal of the day and you deserve nothing but the best. Try some mouthwatering biscuits and gravy with hash browns for a droolworthy meal.
For more information head to the Harry's cafe Facebook page.
5. Grandma's Soda Shop, Wilson
Hand-breaded pork tenderloin sandwiches, fried chicken, and desserts taste just as good (if not better) here than at your own grandma's house! (Sorry, Grandma...)
For more information, visit the Grandma's Soda Shop Facebook page.
6. Larry's Short Stop, Topeka
A good rule of thumb: The more unsuspecting the building, the better the food, and Larry's is a testament to this lesson! FInd great food without the high price tag. And try the gonzo potatoes...yum!
For more information, visit the Larry's Short Stop Facebook page.
7. Big Larry's Burgers, Valley Center
Another Larry that you'll want to make yourself acquainted with is Big Larry, who has been serving his memorable burgers, fries, and shakes to the people of Valley Center since 2008. Everything is so good, you'll want to come back for more.
For menu and location, visit the Big Larry's Burgers website.
8. Anchor Inn Mexican Restaurant, Hutchinson
Have your Mexican favorites (including these knock-out homemade tacos) in a fun and festive atmosphere. You just can't beat The Anchor, one of the more truly unique restaurants in Kansas!
For more information, visit the Anchor Inn Mexican Restaurant Facebook page.
9. Burger Station, Winfield
Several of you have recommended checking out Burger Station and have dubbed the Winfield joint as having the best burger in Kansas... we totally get it now, you guys! This place has some of the best burgers in Kansas! Visit the Burger Station Facebook page for more information.
10. El Maguey, Winfield
Before we part ways with Winfield, we must give a shout out to El Maguey and their fabulous fajitas! Authentic Mexican food is sometimes hard to find, but you can find it here! To learn more, go to the El Maguey Facebook page.
11. theBarn, Burrton
Don't judge a book (err, barn) by its cover or you may miss out on some of the best home-cooked, country-style dinners in the state of Kansas. For more information and to see a menu, head to theBarn website.
Which hole-in-the-wall restaurant in Kansas is your favorite? Are there any other under-the-radar Kansas restaurants you would add to this list?
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