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The Lumber Yard Steakhouse in Zenda is familiar to the locals and a destination for everyone else. The food is good, the service is unbeatable and the Kansas cooked steaks are the best by… Read More

The 10 Best Historic Theaters in Kansas!

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Kingman Theatre, Kingman, KS

Originally built in 1920 as a silent movie and vaudeville house, the theatre was purchased in 2011 and repurposed for modern movies. While the theatre isn’t as fancy as some newer megaplex, its… Read More

The 6 Best Sightseeing Tours in Kansas!

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A must-see tour is at the Eagle Valley Raptor Center in Cheney. It is your chance to get up close and view incredible birds. Some of the birds that are included at this center are hawks, owls,… Read More

8 Best Milkshakes in Kansas!

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Benny’s Burgers & Shakes, Cheney, KS

Just outside of Wichita is one of the best picks for a great milkshake. Benny’s Burgers & Shakes in Cheney is mind-blowingly delicious. Stop in for a burger and some insanely delicious… Read More

11 Best Restaurants in Kansas!

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Carolyn’s Essenhaus, Arlington, KS

A small-town café serving home-style meals, baked breads, pies and cinnamon rolls. Chefs prepare a wide selection of entrees for breakfast, lunch and dinner from the freshest ingredients.… Read More

10 Best Fried Chicken Joints in Kansas for 2025!

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Carolyn’s Essenhaus, Arlington, KS

At Carolyn’s Essenhaus in Arlington they serve their fried chicken, pan fried, and it’s served all-day-long. Crispy, hot, and juicy pan-fried chicken is the best.

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7 Best Hardware Stores in Kansas!

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Yoder Hardware Store, Yoder, KS

The Yoder Hardware Store in Yoder is a one-of-a-kind “old-time” hardware and lumber store. Unique items can be found at this hardware store, things you won’t find anywhere else in… Read More

The Best Caterers in Kansas!

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Carriage Crossing Restaurant and Bakery, Yoder, KS

Only the staff at Carriage Crossing Restaurant in Yoder can prepare the best country food and homemade baked goods for all your guests to enjoy. They can feed “30 to 500”guests with good… Read More

10 Best Rainy Day Activities in Kansas!

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Cosmosphere, Hutchinson, KS

If you’re in awe of the expanses of space and the mysteries they may hold, you’ll love spending a day at the Cosmosphere. This Hutchinson space center is designed with space fans in mind,… Read More

9 Best Mom & Pop Restaurants in Kansas!

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Dutch Kitchen Restaurant, Hutchinson, KS

Food cooked the way the Amish have always made their food, home-cooked, and home-style. Enjoy breakfast, lunch and dinner and don’t forget to order desert!

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Benny’s Burgers & Shakes in Cheney is mind-blowingly delicious. 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