25 Essential Lawrence Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Lawrence.
Bigg's BBQ
Kansas
an everyday essential barbecue restaurant address in Lawrence, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 85.3.
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
Kansas
an everyday essential table known for disciplined hamburger restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 81.9.
The Roost
Kansas
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Lawrence's most persuasive restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 81.3.
Pizza Shuttle
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 1,175 reviews for this pizza restaurant address in Lawrence.
Limestone Pizza•Kitchen•Bar
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 861 reviews for this pizza restaurant address in Lawrence.
First Watch
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 1,087 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Lawrence.
Zen Zero
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 896 reviews for this thai restaurant address in Lawrence.
Terrebonne Po' Boys
Lawrence, Kansas
4.7 stars from 1,147 reviews for this po’ boys restaurant address in Lawrence.
Biemer's BBQ
Lawrence, Kansas
4.7 stars from 1,103 reviews for this barbecue restaurant address in Lawrence.
Culver’s
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 1,051 reviews for this american restaurant address in Lawrence.
Merchants Pub & Plate
Lawrence, Kansas
4.6 stars from 1,138 reviews for this gastropub address in Lawrence.
Ladybird Diner
Lawrence, Kansas
4.7 stars from 1,147 reviews for this diner address in Lawrence.
Glory Days Pizza - Lawrence
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 277 reviews for this pizza restaurant address in Lawrence.
Perkins American Food Co.
Lawrence, Kansas
4.3 stars from 1,037 reviews for this restaurant address in Lawrence.
Mass St. Fish House & Raw Bar
Lawrence, Kansas
4.6 stars from 717 reviews for this seafood restaurant address in Lawrence.
Texas Roadhouse
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 1,836 reviews for this steak house address in Lawrence.
Pickleman's Gourmet Cafe
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 700 reviews for this sandwich shop address in Lawrence.
Jefferson's
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 1,105 reviews for this american restaurant address in Lawrence.
PepperJax Grill
Lawrence, Kansas
4.3 stars from 566 reviews for this restaurant address in Lawrence.
Morningstar's New York Pizza
Lawrence, Kansas
4.5 stars from 433 reviews for this pizza restaurant address in Lawrence.
Chick-in Waffle
Lawrence, Kansas
4.8 stars from 320 reviews for this restaurant address in Lawrence.
JB’s Cali Fusion
Lawrence, Kansas
4.8 stars from 182 reviews for this mexican restaurant address in Lawrence.
The Basil Leaf Café
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 1,037 reviews for this italian restaurant address in Lawrence.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
Lawrence, Kansas
4.8 stars from 2,609 reviews for this hawaiian restaurant address in Lawrence.
El Potro Mexican cafe Lawrence
Lawrence, Kansas
4.4 stars from 1,732 reviews for this mexican restaurant address in Lawrence.