Significantly Spicy

Bella Vita Bistro has started offering their Friday Lunch Buffet again from 11am until 2pm. It was one of my favorite buffets pre-COVID and they have it running at the same top-notch level again. Every item was fantastic and the service is great as well. This is the best $21.95 that I have spent recently and a deal that you don't want to miss out on. Check this out every Friday at Bella Vita Bistro!

First Look at JuhBa's BBQ – 3200 W 13th St North (316) 413-2330
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It is an interesting time on west 13th in Indian Hills where a couple of BBQ restaurants have recently opened. JuhBa's BBQ just opened in the building formerly occupied by Charlie’s Famous Burgers that is west of St Paul. They are only offering drive-thru service at this time and are open from 11am – 8pm Wednesday through Sunday. I took advantage of the later hours and picked up some dinner on my way home.

I picked up some Ribs, Chicken, and Meatloaf and went with the Potato Salad, Baked Beans, and Mac & Cheese for sides. The order was ready to go in a few minutes and I headed to the house. I started out with the Smoked Meatloaf which was fairly firm and had a tasty flavor which I really enjoyed. The chicken was all bone-in legs which had been smoked. I liked the flavor that they had, but each leg was very dry and reminded me of a kippered beef stick which I wasn’t a consistency that I cared for. They included a hefty portion of Ribs which tasted great and were tender. The Ribs were the definite winner for me!

The Potato Salad was a white dressing-style with a unique herb flavor which was interesting. It appeared to have included some type of syrup or honey which made it very sweet. I’m sure that this is a style that some people will really dig, but the sweetness was just too much for me personally.

The Baked Beans were jazzed up with plenty of flavor and a bit of sweetness that was balanced nicely. These beans are a side that I thought was a solid choice that I enjoyed and would order again.

The Mac & Cheese is the old-fashioned creamy-style which is made with real cheese sauce and topped with even more melted cheese. This sure didn’t come out of a box and I thought this Mac & Cheese was a big winner in my book that tasted outstanding.

This was my first visit to JuhBa’s BBQ and I was happy to find several items that I really enjoyed! I also appreciate that they are open until 8pm. Have you tried JuhBa’s BBQ? Let us know what your thoughts are!

I also made a trip to Grandma Thuy’s to enjoy their food a final time before they close in the next couple of days. Grandma Thuy's food has always hit the mark and is amazingly consistent. I am sure that they will be packed on these final days, so patience and understanding will go a long ways.

First, don't bother trying if you are in a rush. I called as soon as they answered the phone on Tuesday and they said it would be ready in 30-36 minutes. I showed up 36 minutes later and left without any food 30 minutes later because I simply couldn't wait any longer. I blame it on Wichita By E.B.'s gigantic order that got placed before mine. Plan on waiting at least an hour and possibly longer. Fortunately they kept my order until I could return several hours later to pick it up.

Second, it appeared that every online order had issues or didn't make it through at all. They are no longer taking online orders, so call in your order or make it in person.

Third, They will be out of many items and the list of what is available will shrink exponentially moving forward. Keep a plan B and a plan C in mind, and be prepared for none of your plans to work out. They aren't stocking inventory in the final days, but the bright side is that I have liked every item that I tried there, so you it should work out regardless.

Final thought, I am grateful that they have shared their amazing food with us over the last several years. They knocked it out of the park on the first try! Be sure to wish them the very best in their new lives and opportunities. We will be happy to have them back if they feel the urge to return! ❤

Salad and Sandwich Lunch Special at Knolla's Downtown – 111 W Douglas Suite 100 (316) 260-1010
https://www.facebook.com/knollasdt
https://knollaspizza.com/

Most pizza joints in town offer a variety of food options besides pizza. I stopped in Knolla’s Pizza location in downtown for lunch and noticed that they offered a special on a sandwich and salad which sounded perfect. I decided to go with their Italian Sub and House Salad (with a minimal upcharge of $1).

I decided to go with the House Salad instead of the Tossed Salad or Classic Caesar Salad since it is loaded up with Romaine Spring Mix, tomatoes, carrots, egg, cucumbers, green pepper, broccoli, red onion, pickled okra, Cheddar cheese, sunflower seeds, and bacon that I had topped with Creamy Italian dressing. The salad hit the mark nicely with a great balance of freshness, richness, a bit of acidity, and plenty of flavor which got the meal started right.

The Italian Sandwich was up next which had plenty of hand-sliced ham, Genoa salami and Provolone cheese with lettuce, tomato, and Creamy Italian dressing on your choice of wheat or white bread that can be served your preference of hot or cold. The sandwich is served with a dill pickle spear and Zapps chips. The sandwich was not the largest or most loaded-up sandwich that I have run across, but what it brought instead was quality ingredients that balanced the flavors perfectly. The ham stood out to me and the flavorful dressing and toasted bun were aspects that really elevated this sandwich.

The Sandwich and Salad Special made for a satisfying lunch combination for me and something that I would order again at Knolla’s. What is your favorite item at Knolla’s Pizza? Is there an item that I should note to try next time I visit?

Thao's Bistro Countdown - 1825 S. Broadway (316) 358-9640
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The one thing that I have learned in life is that change is inevitable. One has to make the effort to enjoy the things that they gravitate to while the opportunity is there. The clock is running down for one of my favorite Vietnamese restaurants, Thao's Bistro, that is located on south Broadway. They haven’t set a specific date that I am aware of, but they have been searching for someone that would be eager to purchase and take over the restaurant this summer. They are willing to take the time to train the new owner so that the food would not necessarily change. Unfortunately their operation has mostly been staffed with family and many are of retirement age, so staffing would be something that would be required by potential entrepreneurs. I hope that the right person steps forwards and is able to keep this south Wichita jewel open for future generations to enjoy!

Thao's Bistro has been instrumental in my introduction to a wide variety of Vietnamese cuisine. I have had every item on the menu over the years and never been served a meal that I haven’t enjoyed. Whether it involves a crispy whole catfish, the original hot-pot offerings, goat curry, pho with sate chile oil, or the humble banh mi sandwich, Thao's Bistro comes through with quality food and clean flavors that hit the mark.

It has been great to watch the children grown up working as waitstaff in the restaurant and they have done a great job. I am very hopeful that the right person will step forward and be able to keep Thao's Bistro going, but it will need to happen in the coming weeks. Until then I will stop by regularly to enjoy the food while I can (Friday through Sunday). I hope that you will too!

First Look at The Kitchen North – 3622 N Oliver (316) 871-9717
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https://www.thekitchenwichita.com/

I made it by to check out the new location for The Kitchen on the north side of town which is a couple blocks north of K-96 on Oliver which was formerly occupied by Rail Hoppers. The layout and design of the restaurant has not changed significantly which has a sleek modern look. I was in a bit of a time crunch and they did a great job of getting me seated and served quickly. I have been hearing plenty of good things about their new Spicy Yum Yum Bowl, so that was the item that I was looking to order when I walked in the door. The bowl was ready for me to eat in a matter of a few minutes!

The Spicy Yum Yum Bowl starts with a bed of steamed rice which is topped with sauteed zucchini, red bell pepper, mushrooms, red cabbage, and chunks of chicken drizzled with chili crunch and Yum-Yum sauce. This is a straight forward dish that has layers of flavors that work great together and the Yum-Yum sauce ties it all together with a touch of spiciness that adds another depth in the background. This wasn’t a heavy dish, but it was satisfying and a great lunch choice for those of us that have to spend time out in the summer heat. Another winner at The Kitchen and a big thumbs up from me!

Have you stopped by the new north location for The Kitchen? Give it a try and let us know what your experience has been!

The Old Spaghetti Factory – 1421 Waterfront Pkwy (316) 633-4365
https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Old-Spaghetti-Factory-Wichita-Kansas/109814354095060
https://www.osf.com/

I missed the initial rush to visit The Old Spaghetti Factory when they opened and figured that I would let things get worked out before stopping by. I didn’t expect to wait as long as I did for an initial visit, but I finally made it by to check the restaurant out located at 13th Street North and Waterfront.

The Old Spaghetti Factory features a 3-course meal with every entrée. The meal starts with bread and your choice of a cup of soup or a salad, an entrée of your choice, and dessert with a scoop of your choice of Spumoni or Vanilla ice cream. That sounded like something that I would enjoy and just left me to decide on an entrée. I looked over the menu and decided that their featured entrée of Mizithra Cheese and Browned Butter on a bed of Spaghetti which has been a restaurant favorite since 1969 was the obvious choice to try. Pasta topped with butter and cheese is a traditional winner dating back to the Roman Empire and one that I enjoy. This dish did not include a meat option, so I also ordered an Italian Sausage link on the side.

A loaf of fresh bread was served first with butter. The bread was soft and light and tasted good. I opted for the soup which was Minestone Soup on this day. It was loaded with plenty of veggies like carrots, zucchini, squash, and cabbage and the broth had a nice flavor that I liked. The appetizer course was a winner for me!

The Mizithra Cheese & Browned Butter dish was very rich and delicious and packed with plenty of flavor from the brown butter and grated Mizithra cheese. A full plate of this entrée had me stuffed and the Italian Sausage that I ordered with it made a nice compliment with a mild flavor. Sometimes simple is the best way to go and this entree exceeded my expectations and left me satisfied!

I went with a friend that chose the Chicken Parmigiana entrée. The Chicken Parmigiana starts with a seasoned breast of tender chicken that is topped with melted cheese and Pomodoro sauce and served with spaghetti and Marinara Sauce. My friend thought that this dish tasted good but did not feel that it was above average in any way.

For dessert I went with the Spumoni Ice Cream which has a combination of chocolate, cherry, and pistachio flavors that represent the colors of the Italian flag. The ice cream exceeded my expectations and was of a higher quality than what I anticipated.

I don’t know if my experience with this entrée is reflective of the rest of the menu, but I really enjoyed it. The server was very attentive and made sure that we understood the menu and got everything that we wanted. Have you visited The Old Spaghetti Factory recently? Share your experience with us!

Bann Thai cafe LLC Countdown – 3811 W 13th St N (316) 665-2402
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One of my favorite Thai restaurants on the west side of town, Bann Thai, is closing the doors at their current location when service ends on Saturday evening. I stopped by for lunch today and spoke with the owner. It appears that the building owner decided not to offer a lease renewal at the beginning of the month and gave her until June 16th to move out of the building instead without warning. I am devastated that this has happened and I can only imagine the frustration that this has caused. In any case she is searching for a new location and may offer some form of carry-out service via phone orders placed a day in advance ( https://www.facebook.com/share/Yh6y7XwAPzEsqDmo/ ).

For now menu options the remainder of the week will be dependent on what product is still on-hand. Today I had the Spicy Basil Stir-fry with Eggplant which has long been a favorite for me. Bann Thai still brings the heat and the stir-fry was simply delicious.

If you have enjoyed Bann Thai as I have over the years, there will not be a better time to revisit in appreciation and enjoy a meal or three. I’m going to miss this restaurant!

Tuptim Thai Restaurant Revisited – 2121 N Rock Rd Suite 300 (316) 768-2550
https://www.facebook.com/TuptimThaiRestaurantWichita
https://www.tuptimthaiwichita.com/

I haven’t visited Tuptim Thai Restaurant recently, so I stopped in while in the neighborhood for lunch. Wichita is blessed to have an abundance of outstanding Thai restaurants and Tuptim Thai is one of the trendier options across the street from Bradley Fair at 21st & Rock Road. The staff was quick to get me seated and served during a reasonably busy lunch service which is something that I appreciate.

The meal started off with a complimentary bowl of soup of the day. On this day the soup had a full-flavored broth with plenty of vegetables and chunks of tofu which was fantastic. This was an outstanding start to the meal.

I really enjoy Thai stir-fry and I decided to go with the Thai Basil on this visit. Their Thai Basil uses a special blend seasoning of basil, bamboo slice, bell pepper, and fresh garlic. I went with chicken as my protein with the dish. I ordered the dish Thai Hot and the waitress inquired whether I wanted ‘Thai Hot’ or ‘Thai Hot Extra’; it only sounded reasonable to go with ‘Thai Hot Extra’, so I did! The dish was served in about 5 minutes which was faster than I was expecting. The stir-fry came out with piping hot and was served with steamed rice on the side. I combine everything together since I like the rice to absorb the juices and flavors from the stir-fry. The ingredients were cooked nicely and the vegetables retained a slight firmness. The ‘Thai Hot Extra’ was extra-hot and was perhaps one of the hottest dishes that I have been served locally with plenty of diced Thai peppers in every bite. The meal was very satisfying although I would have preferred a bit more sauce with the stir-fry personally.

The meal did leave me with enough room to try a dessert and something to balance the heat from the stir-fry felt like a good idea, so I order the Sweet Sticky Rice with Coconut Cream dessert. This is a straight-forward traditional Thai dish that includes sticky rice that has absorbed coconut cream/milk and is topped with grated coconut. The dish has a nice richness that isn’t overly heavy and was a great way to wrap up the meal.

Tuptim Thai Restaurant is a great option for Thai food on the northeast side of town and has a nice atmosphere with attentive service. What is your favorite item at Tuptim Thai Restaurant?

Wings and Burgers Grill Etc. Revisited – 1714 E Northern St (316) 993-8737
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I was talking to a friend that mentioned ‘Wings and Burgers Grill Etc’ recently and I decided to stop by with a friend and check them out since my only visit had been during their opening week. The restaurant is located a block south of Wassall and roughly 1/3 block to the east which puts them right around the corner from Fat Ernie’s restaurant. They have a nice size dining area and a game room or casino in an adjacent room which seemed to be the focus of the other customers while I was there. We were warmly greeted by our waitress named Skittles that was happy to answer any questions and indicated that the majority of their business was through delivery services or call-ahead for carry-out. The menu at ‘Wings and Burgers Grill Etc’ features ½ lb burgers which can be loaded up in a variety of ways and I figured that I should try one since I tried everything else on my last visit, so I went with the Heart Attack Burger. It took a while to prepare the order and the food was served in about 20 minutes.

The Heart Attack Burger is loaded with a single 8 oz burger patty topped with bacon, a fried egg, Cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion straws, and house sauce on a toasted bun. This burger was plenty large with all the add-on toppings and I had to work on it to get it in my mouth. I thought that the burger patty was good and maintained some moisture since I had them cook it leaving a little pink. The bacon added a crispy texture and flavor. The egg richened things up and the veggies added some freshness. The onion straws were an interesting choice that worked nicely and the house sauce just kind of got lost in the mix. The toasted bun held up nicely which was impressive and a bit unexpected to be honest. I’m generally not a big fan of burgers that are all fancied up, but I thought this was a solid offering for this type of burger that I enjoyed. I went with the Fried Okra for my side. The okra was extra crispy which stopped just short of being burnt and had been salted which was not the best combination in my opinion. Just don’t add additional when the breading itself contains salt.

My friend got the Philly Cheesesteak Sandwich which has bite-size slices of Sirloin steak, sauteed onions and peppers, and Provolone cheese on a hoagie roll. It seems that the portion size was reduced quite a bit from when they opened late last year and the proportion bun-to-filling ratio was a little underwhelming for the price. The fries were a big disappointment and had no crispness to the exterior. It wouldn’t take much to improve either of these items to perfectly satisfying levels, but they came up a bit short on this visit.

Our server (Skittles) was very attentive and helpful with anything that was needed during the visit. There was quite a bit of traffic coming in and out of the restaurant which seemed to involve the game room and equipment maintenance which was a little distracting during dinner hours. The restaurant indicates that it is open until 4am which may be sufficient to explain much of the experience. I could see myself ordering a late night delivery and adding on some Fried Oreos or Snickers! Have you tried ‘Wings and Burgers Grill Etc’? If so let us know what your experience has been!

First Look at Larcher’s Market – 3555 E Douglas Suite 100 (316) 682-5575
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www.larchersmarketks.com
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70 years ago (1951): Larcher’s food market is moving into its new building west of Central & Hillside, the third store location it has occupied in 29 years. That was 70 years ago, but Larcher’s Market is back again in Happiness Plaza next door to The Belmont and across the street from Clifton Square in College Hill. Larcher’s Market is now a unique spot that offers a coffee and drink space as well as a small lounge and bar seating. They also offer made-to-order breakfast, salad, and deli food items. As the namesake applies, they offer specialty grocery food items that are locally-sourced, packaged meat, and a fresh bakery with Macarons, pastries, candies, and a variety of other desserts. They also offer full-bar service as well for those so-inclined.

I made it out for their Grand Opening event several weeks ago and got to sample a variety of the products that they offer like custom pickles and produce from Kan-Grow, candies from Eighty-Six Cold Press, steak and slider burgers from Walnut Grove Ranch, and a variety of other drink and packaged items. I really enjoyed the samples that they offered but decided to return for a meal at a later date before writing a review.

I returned for a lunch and ordered the Turkey Club Sandwich from the “After 11” menu which came with plenty of sliced deli-turkey, a slice of cheese, tomato, bacon, and micro-greens on toasted sourdough bread with carrot hummus. I thought that the sandwich was well-designed, tasted great, and had a great balance of ingredients. All the little things that elevate a sandwich were incorporated which was impressive. The portion was reasonably-sized, but this was not a huge sandwich, so keep this in mind if you have a large appetite and expect a hefty sandwich. I also got their freshly-made Slaw which was nice and tangy with a vinaigrette dressing and crisp cabbage.

The service was attentive and took care of any needs that I had and the lounge was a pleasant space to enjoy the meal. I also enjoyed a container of Kimchi Pickles from Kan-Grow which tasted fantastic. The breakfast menu looks outstanding, so I will have to return and check it out. Looking for a meal, drink, or specialty grocery items in the College Hill area? Larcher’s Market is likely the very place that you are looking for!

Berneal’s Carryout Revisited– 2403 E 13th St N (316) 618-1500
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I recently stopped by Berneal's Carryout LLC Carryout to try one of their bigger burgers. They are well-known for their 99-cent slider Burgers which are on special daily, but they offer plenty more on the menu like full-size Burgers, Wings, Pork Chops, and Catfish which hasn’t been covered in reviews. I decided to keep it simple and go with their Double Classic Burger which is still an outstanding deal at $7.99 for burger-only or $8.99 with a side and a drink. I opted to get Fried Okra and a can or soda for the extra buck. They were fairly busy when I was there and it took about 10 minutes to prepare the order.

The Double Classic Burger came with two thick hand-formed burger patties with your choice of cheese, lettuce, onion, and tomato. I opted for Pepper Jack Cheese and Mustard. I wasn’t expecting this burger to be as large as it was and I was very impressed with the quality. It was a bit unique and I will describe it as a middle ground between Bomber Burger and Jack’s Coffee Shop. If you miss either of those burgers, Berneal’s might be the closest that you will find to either of those burgers in a restaurant locally. The burger was juicy and seasoned nicely. It also came with plenty of tasty fried okra which I loved and a can of soda to wash it down. All at a price that is cheaper than any of the chain burger places.

This was a top 5 burger for me and a tremendous value. If you haven’t tried Berneal’s Carryout, put it on your burger short-list. Located at the corner 13th and Grove!

Bomber Burger Tribute 2024

Wichita By E.B., Fert The Foodie, and myself got together again on National Burger Day as an annual tribute to Bomber Burger owner Chris Rickard who passed in 2023. Chris was never shy about sharing his views of the world and made what many consider to be the greatest 2/3lb single-patty burgers in the region. Work has had me buried around the clock in recent weeks and this evening was no exception as I got called back to work as I was driving over to help prepare the tribute burgers. Fert and Eddy went ahead and prepared the burgers and I managed to make it over as they were finishing up. I will have to admit that the pair put together a mighty tasty thick-patty burger with grilled onions and jalapenos and all the fixings that one would want. The burgers might have not have quite hit the level of the amazing burgers that Chris cooked, but they did a great job paying tribute to the man and his burger. I believe that we have plenty more tributes on National Burger Day to inch closer to the original burger. A big thank you goes out to Fert and Wichita by E.B. for keeping the tradition going and putting in all the hard work this year. You rock! ❤

Paranormal Cafe - 500 S Topeka Suite 300 (316) 210-4810
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It's hard to beat a spot that is conveniently located in downtown with
fresh baked good, teas, and coffee. That place is Paranormal Cafe for me located in the FireWorx building on south Topeka. I slid in for a minute and grabbed a Raspberry Scone which was made with fresh raspberries. It was simply delicious and incorporated some lemon which brought an outstanding balance to the scone which isn't commonly found in sweets. Stop in and grab your favorite morning or brunch treat and drink at Paranormal Cafe!

First Look at Blood Orchard Brewing Co. – 6346 S Broadway
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Blood Orchard has been busy this year opening the first on-farm Microbrewery in Sedgwick County. The Orchard is family-owned dating back to the 1800’s and is still doing quite well. I can remember picking fruit there when I was a child and it is an aspect of the orchard that they are investing heavily in. With thousands of fruit trees on-hand, they have been developing their own beer and hard seltzers products from the fruit they grow and are now ready to open the brewery to the public Thursday through Sunday.

I stopped by their Grand Opening last weekend to sample some of their drinks and take a tour of the farm. The farm was substantially larger than I anticipated and it was an eye-opening experience. For drinks I went with a flight of their beers which included Blondie, Amber, Honey B, and Blood Lite. Honey B used honey from the orchard, the Amber Lager used a caramel-like toasted malt, the Blondie B is an American-style blond ale, and the Blood Lite is a Czech-style golden Pilsner lager. Some of the Beers are on-tap and all of them are also available in cans. To be honest, I thought that all of the beers tasted good which was I was not anticipating. I preferred the Amber Lager, but that was simply because I tend to gravitate to darker beers that are full-flavored. I also got one of their Cherry Limeade mocktails which was outstanding as well.

There was plenty of seating available as well as rooms that could be reserved for private events. They also have food trucks scheduled so that food is also available. I have been a fan of Blood Orchard and their events for years and the addition of the brewery just adds to the list of reasons that are already there to stop by. Check out the new Blood Orchard Brewing Company on south Broadway at 63rd Street South and let us know what you think!

Eggcetera! - 242 N Mosley (316) 201-4772
https://www.facebook.com/eggceteraict/

I stopped in to grab something to eat at the Eggcetera! brunch eatery
in the heart of Old Town. Eggcetera offers a variety of breakfast and
lunch items and I decided to go with the Mexican-inspired Chilaquiles
dish.

Chilaquiles includes pieces of chicken and cheese with layers of soft corn tortillas that is smothered in their Green Chile sauce. The Green Chile sauce at Eggcetera is simply delicious and I could simply eat bowls of it and today was no exception. There was a nice balance to the dish and it filled me up without going overboard. Both the Rice and Refried Beans were seasoned nicely and made the perfect sides for the dish.

The service was solid is a comfortable casual atmosphere. What is your favorite item at Eggcetera? Let us know!

Pink Elephant Games and Cafe Revisited – 2431 W Pawnee (316) 867-4411
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http://www.pinkelephantgames.com/

I stopped back by a unique café at Pawnee & Meridian called “Pink Elephant Games and Café” to check out some additional items on their menu. Pink Elephant Games started out as a gaming retailer that has added in-house leagues for a variety of roleplaying games like Dungeons & Dragons. It only made sense to start offering food options for the customers to enjoy while there. They have expanded from the initial sandwiches and French bread pizza to full-service pizza as well as corndogs, appetizers, and treats. I decided to try the pizza and got a sandwich for carry-out.

I wasn’t about to leave with anything less than their large Supreme Chancellor Pizza which is their deluxe-style pizza that is loaded with Pepperoni, Canadian Bacon, Beef Black Olives, Onions, and Green Peppers. The pizza had a thin-crust and was cut into large slices that reminded me of NY-style pizzas. The pizza was pretty solid and had an ample amount of toppings. The crust wasn’t overly crisp, but held up fine with all the toppings; it was more of a “fold-able” crust. While nothing specifically wowed me about the pizza, it was a solid offering that I had no real complaints about which I consider very positive.

I was a big fan of the sandwich that I tried the last time I visited and wanted to try a different one this time. I ended up going with the Wes Coast Sandwich which has Ham, Turkey, Cheddar, and Swiss Cheese on toasted bread. The sandwich wasn’t massive, but it made up plenty of ground with quality ingredients proportioned nicely and little things like toasted bread and sprinkling a seasoning on the sandwich that I really enjoyed.

The only downside that I experienced is that the food preparation can be take a while with the small kitchen depending on how busy they are and how many orders are ahead of yours, so I call my order in prior to driving there. The staff has been very friendly and helpful. They even helped me pick out some gaming items while I was there. Are you into gaming or looking for somewhere new to try on the southwest part of town? Keep Pink Elephant Games and Café in mind located next to the Dollar Store behind Bionic Burger at Pawnee & Meridian!