Explore, discover and amaze your tastebuds at these five local restaurants in Wichita, Kansas.
Bagatelle Bakery
A French bakery offering a wide assortment of artisan bread baked fresh daily, exotic pastries, and their signature wood-fired Manoushi Pizza made to order. Since 1983 those in the know have relied on their menu of quiches, potato pies, empanadas, sandwiches, and delicious platters for all occasions. Two specials and hearty soups are served daily. Plus, their exquisite, artistic cakes are beautifully decorated for your event and as delicious as they look. Tuesday–Thursday 8 am–5 pm, Friday–Saturday 8 am–6 pm, Sunday 8 am–2 pm. 6801 E Harry St, 684.5662.
GreenAcres Deli
Located in a natural foods store, this is the place for healthy food with an emphasis on creativity and taste. Serving fresh, honest food that’s organic, natural, local, in tune with the seasons, and made in-house every day. Made-from-scratch hot meals, served up in the quantity you request, as well as innovative salads, pastries, chicken pot pies, steaming hot soups, fresh-baked bread, and gourmet desserts, are always ready to enjoy in the seating area or take home to serve later. Monday–Saturday 8 am–8 pm, Sunday 10 am–7 pm, 8141 E. 21st, 634-1088.
Old Mill Tasty Shop
Creamy malts, ice cream, and sodas have been dispensed from this old-fashioned soda fountain since 1932. Have a soft drink made the original way with syrup mixed with carbonated water. You’ll be happily surprised by the difference. You haven’t lived until you’ve tried an authentic ice cream soda! Homemade Mexican dishes, sandwiches, salads, and desserts, are accompanied by super friendly service. But it’s the “Blue Plate” special of the day that continues to be our Tasty fave, followed up with their delicious desserts. A perfect ending to every meal. Children’s menu, all major cards. Serving lunch Monday–Friday 11 am–3 pm, Saturday 11:30 am–5 pm, breakfast Saturday only 8 am–noon. 604 E Douglas, 264-6500.
SUMO By Nambara
Setting the standard for extraordinary Japanese cuisine is just the beginning at SUMO By Nambara. Since opening in 2000, SUMO has pushed the envelope of contemporary Japanese cuisine, presenting unrivaled sushi, sashimi, and a signature Garlic Fried Rice. Delicious USDA choice steaks, all-white-meat chicken, and fresh seafood specialties are expertly prepared on their smokeless hibachi grills. Complementing the exceptional food is SUMO’s sleek, contemporary décor. And there’s always a view of the action, whether you dine at the sushi bar, at the smokeless hibachi grills, or on the patio, where the fire and lights from inside put on a spectacular show. Monday–Saturday 4–8 pm, Sunday 12–8 pm. 11233 E 13th St N, 838.7866
Taqueria El Fogon
There are well over 100 places to find a taco in the area, so competition between them has been the focus of several contests. This year, Taqueria El Fogon made it to the top four with their amazingly delicious and unique tacos. Named, al pastor, or tacos al pastor, these tacos are made with spit-grilled pork and are the result of Lebanese immigrants to Mexico combining their technique for cooking lamb shawarma with the traditional Mexican marinade adobada. What became a popular street food in Mexico has spread to the United States, and here in Wichita can be found at two locations. South: 1555 S Bluffview Dr. 681.0969, and North: 2604 N Arkansas 208.9217. Both locations open Tuesday–Sunday 10 am–10 pm.