You'll find lots of delicious choices ranging from locally-owned restaurants and organizations hosting food events with the BKRT visitor in mind.
Start your day of exploring with a hearty breakfast or stop for a quick lunch while you're out and about. Locals rave about the pancakes and French toast and the daily lunch specials can't be beat. Thursday-Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Saturday 7-11 a.m.
This family restaurant in the former Pinky's location, offers unique burgers, pizza, a creative menu and full bar. Tuesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m., 5-10 p.m.
Good home cooking in a unique antique atmosphere. Find the daily specials on their Facebook page. Box Lunches available during BKRT. See our Burgers in the Bin event Saturday from 11am-5pm. Thursday-Saturday, Breakfast 6 a.m. - 9 a.m.; Lunch 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
This friendly, spacious restaurant has a large menu featuring all your favorite American dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Tri tips is the local favorite and don't forget to try a piece of pie! They also have a full bar. Monday 4-8:30 p.m.; Tuesday-Thursday 11 a.m.-1:45 p.m./4-8:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 8 a.m.-1:45 p.m./4-8:30 p.m.; Sunday 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
HOURS UPDATED as of May 3! This is where you'll find Kolaches, the delicious Czech pastry made from sweet dough and filled with fruit. Betty's offers a regular menu or try one of the daily specials like meatloaf, fried chicken or a hot roast beef sandwich. THURSDAY-SATURDAY, 11am-10pm. SUNDAY 8-11am for biscuits and gravy.
With a loyal local following since 1931 Bob's brings you a special twist of comfort and authentic Mexican food. Known for their burritos, chimichangas, brisket nachos, salsa and burgers. If you're lucky and they still have some, snag a piece of their award-winning carrot cake. Full bar opens at 5 p.m. Food served Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.; 5-8:30 p.m.
In business for over 50 years, the Buffalo Roam is where you go for a fine variety of great food, top-notch service, and a hometown family atmosphere. Known for their reuben sandwiches, prime rib, delicious pies and desserts. Customers come from far and wide for the seafood buffet on the first Saturday of every month. Reservations accepted. Tuesday-Friday 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. and 5-8 p.m.; Saturday 5-9 p.m.
Now this is rural! Enjoy delicious burgers and sides in a converted grain bin in the garden north of AnTeaQues.
Stop in this little cafe for breakfast (served all day) or try their burgers, sandwiches, salads, daily specials and frappes. Owners have won awards for their barbecue! Monday 7 a.m.-2 p.m. / 5-8 p.m.; Tuesday-Friday 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. (Closed Saturday)
HOURS UPDATED as of May 3. This is just one of several buildings, town-doer Glenda Tracek, has renovated. This charming space is where you'll find a soda fountain, copper ceiling, ice cream parlor chairs and tables. Stop in for a sandwich, ice cream treat, a refreshing drink, homemade cinnamon rolls and friendly service. Wednesday-Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m.
This new rural brewery features eight taps of handcrafted beers, Kansas wines, Liquid Art and Dani & Dave ciders, homemade root beer and Morning Light Kombucha. Bring in food from Adri's down the street or other venue or choose from their grab-and-go snacks including charcuterie boxes, hummus bowls, chips and pretzels. Thursday 5-10 p.m.; Friday 5-11 p.m.; Saturday 12-10 p.m. Photo courtesy Irrigation Ales
This is one of those throwback places where you just walk up to the window and order. The interior, brightly decorated in 1950s style, offers plenty of seating for an eat-in option. The slushes, malts, and cyclones are perfect on a hot day. For the really hungry try the burgers, fries and cheeseballs. Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-8 p.m.
Locally owned and operated grocery store at the Center of America. LaDow's Market is a full service grocery store with fresh cut meats, vegetables, and dry and frozen goods. Breakfast offerings at 7 a.m. until gone and home-cooked meal from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. Store hours during BKRT: Thursday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m.; Saturday 7:30 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Mouthwatering Mexican dishes await you along with a full bar and friendly service. Daily specials are a favorite. Tuesday-Sunday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Famous for homemade bierocks and cinnamon rolls. LeRoy's also offers lodging. Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m.; Saturday 9 a.m.-12 p.m. NOTE: LeRoy's was recently sold and we have been informed that the new owners plan to be open in time for the BKRT. Please call prior to your visit.
Everything you want from a good Mexican restaurant. Tasty authentic food and delicious margaritas. Local favorite is the Arroz Con Camarones and the carnitas. Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
(Lovewell State Park; permit required-Free admission on Saturday, May 6). Breakfast, burgers, made-from-scratch pizza, and Becky's Bierocks are among the choices here. Sunday-Thursday 7 a.m.-7 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-9 p.m.
Wood fired pizza, sandwiches and salad bowls, craft and domestic beer and fizz drinks. Try the Chicken Alfredo sub! Wednesday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2 p.m./ 5-9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
This little hometown bakery works hard to bring customers fresh baked goods which change daily so check them out each day you're in the area. Fresh donuts on Friday and Sunday and other baked goodies and a light lunch served on Saturday and Mondays. Closed Thursday.
Known for their Smoked Prime Rib served on Friday and Saturday. Besides barbeque meals you'll find grilled steaks, burgers, soups and salads. Top off your meal with homemade pie ala mode! Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-9 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
You won't miss your favorite sports on any of the five big screen TV's. Try a game of pool or enter one of the nightly poker tournaments. Pool tables. Good food, full bar. Open Daily 3:30 p.m.-2 a.m.
Good hometown cooking, daily specials, Kansas local beef used and locals report the salad bar is awesome. Thursday-Friday 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Opening on Saturday 7 a.m.-2 p.m. just for BKRT visitors.
UPDATE AS OF MAY 4: The Rusty Tractor will be closed Saturday and Sunday due to staffing issues. // In 2014 Pro Ag Marketing, a local business, built this new log cabin restaurant for the community and region to enjoy. Its hand-cut steaks, weekly specials, full bar, and friendly service are all you need to feel fully satisfied. Thursday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.
Located in a former American Legion and community-owned. Sam's Place is the heart of the Esbon community. Thursday nights feature their Mexican food specials, so you won't want to miss it! We hear their homemade pies and desserts are pretty special, too!
Named for an ice cream machine brand, this former grocery/gas station opened in the 1950s as the Sweden Creme Drive-In. Still offering soft-serve ice cream, Sweden Creme also carries an employee-developed menu including local favorites like the Grizzly Burger, Bourbon Brisket Burger, Oz Burger, and a new burger featuring caramelized onions, cream cheese, and locally sourced jalapeno jelly. Voted “Best Burger” by US Hwy 36 Association and named “Best Ice Cream” and “Top 10 French Fries” in Kansas. Dine-in, delivery, online ordering, and drive-up window services. Daily 11 a.m.-9 p.m.
Terry and Carol Garmin choose the best ingredients and come up with winners. Favorites are the barbeque, daily specials, all-day breakfasts, a self-service ice cream bar--and the green beans! The restaurant's name? The Garmin kids' initials. Monday 9 a.m.9:30 p.m.; Tuesday 9 a.m.-2 p.m.; Wednesday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday 7 a.m.-9:30 p.m.; Sunday 7 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Casual food, beer on tap, multiple TV's and a fun atmosphere in a rural location. Located 4 1/2 miles west and south of Smith Center.
What was the last time you went bowling? How about bowling and a grilled burger using fresh, not frozen patty? Take time out to throw a strike at Tuxie's. Monday-Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. and 5-9 p.m.; Saturday 5-10 p.m.
If you want small town friendliness and great service the Village Cafe in Esbon is the place to be! It is run by volunteers and city owned. The cafe will be serving their famous homemade cinnamon rolls and muffins on Saturday morning from 9-10:30am. Stop in when in town touring the 100 year old churches and wonderful stained glass windows.
