25 Essential Emporia Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Emporia.
Pizza Ranch
Kansas
Buffet chain offering pizza, fried chicken & classic American sides in an Old West-themed setting.
Casa Ramos
Kansas
Family-owned Mexican restaurant & bar serving classic dishes in a village-themed space.
Radius Brewing Company
Kansas
Relaxed brewpub with house beers & a full bar, plus wood-fired pizzas, sandwiches & dinner entrees.
BobbyD's Merchant St BBQ
Emporia, Kansas
Barbecue plates & classic sides served in homey digs with checkered tablecloths & counter seating.
Spangles
Emporia, Kansas
Regional fast-food chain offering burgers, sandwiches, fries, ice cream & breakfast items.
PALERMO’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT 🇮🇹
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Curbside pickup, No-contact delivery, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great dessert, Serves local specialty. Popular for.
Mi Chavelita Mexican Grill
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
Arby's
Emporia, Kansas
Fast-food chain, known for its roast beef, serving up hot & cold sandwiches, fries & shakes.
J's Carry Out
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Delivery, Drive-through, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great tea selection.
Daily Station
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Outdoor seating, Curbside pickup, Delivery, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Breakfast, Lunch.
Hagaya Ramen Shop
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great tea selection. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner.
Tacos Ibarra
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Delivery, Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch, Dinner, Solo dining. Accessibility.
IHOP
Emporia, Kansas
Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.
Gambino's Pizza
Emporia, Kansas
Low-key chain pizzeria specializing in traditional, thin & pan pies with classic topping combos.
Planet Sub
Emporia, Kansas
Counter-serve chain for sizable subs built on housemade bread with fillings from tuna to tempeh.
Little Caesars Pizza
Emporia, Kansas
Carry-out chain featuring chicken wings, signature breadsticks & pizza tossed from housemade dough.
Sonic Drive-In
Emporia, Kansas
Fast-food burger & fries joint with an old-school feel, including retro drive-in service.
El Marmol
Emporia, Kansas
Accessibility.
Wagon Wheel Grill & Bar
Emporia, Kansas
Steaks, ribs & other hearty American eats fixed up in down-home digs with a wraparound bar.
Subway
Emporia, Kansas
Casual counter-serve chain for build-your-own sandwiches & salads, with health-conscious options.
10 West Dive Bar & Grill
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Live music, Sports. Popular for: Lunch.
Taco Bell
Emporia, Kansas
Fast-food chain serving Mexican-inspired fare such as tacos, quesadillas & nachos.
China Dragon
Emporia, Kansas
Simple storefront eatery offering Chinese stir-fries, Japanese teppanyaki dishes & Korean BBQ.
El Lorito
Emporia, Kansas
Service options: Onsite services, Takeout, Dine-in. Highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty. Popular for: Lunch.
Burger King
Emporia, Kansas
Well-known fast-food chain serving grilled burgers, fries & shakes.