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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 31, 2014
Page
5
Lawrence food scene explored through an informal survey of locals, chefs, restaurateurs, Journal-World staff, and readers. The list criteria emphasize originality to Lawrence, long-standing presence, and broad fame, excluding chain spots and newly opened places, aiming for truly iconic, widely known, and genuinely delicious items.
Lawrence.com invites readers to vote for favorite local foods in a reader poll with an honorable mentions list. The piece notes many worthy contenders, especially pizza and burger options, and previews next week’s Going Out feature with discusses of future food icons and past wonders.
At Munchers Bakery on Slowa Street, the one-of-a-kind Cream Cheese Doughnut has a 35 year fan base. Owner Mike Tennyson Sr. continues to bake from scratch, keeping a toothy old-fashioned dough and a real cream cheese filling that delights regulars who “throw a fit” when it’s sold out.
The Burger Stand at 803 Massachusetts Street offers eight fry varieties praised for savory seasoning and umami. Patrons love them with the Smoke Burger or as a standalone treat, highlighting fan favorites among locals.
Wheatfield's Bakery Café at 904 Vermont St in Lawrence earns multiple biscuit nominations with Wheatfield's biscuits singled out as superior. The golden fluffy biscuits are praised along with the gravy, a favorite that often sells out, encouraging early arrival.
The iconic Johnny Wilson burger, named for Lawrence’s colorful founder, originated near the river in 1953 and now appears across nine locations. The menu features Swiss and cheddar cheese with bacon, capturing old-timey branding in each logo.
ESPN crews visit Wheel and Wang Burgers draw national chatter while Phad Thai readers back Zen Zero favorites. Subarna Bhattachan notes high demand with Phad Thai served every five minutes on busy days.
Free State Brewing Co at 636 Massachusetts St features a longtime cheddar ale soup blending Ad Astra Ale with melted cheese. The dish remains a signature item, pairing local beer with a beloved cheese-based soup in Lawrence.
In Lawrence, Massachusetts Street at 1014 Massachusetts St a renowned treat named Rock Chocolate Jayhawk attracts chocoholics with heavy brownie pieces fudge chunks and a rich chocolate swirl noted as a best seller. Sylas and Maddy's ice cream is highlighted as a local favorite.
Border Bandido in Lawrence has served its 10-inch Texas Burrito since 1970. The menu expanded to a 12-inch Super and a 14-inch Intimidante, while a longtime reviewer notes the familiar taste, plates, and decor echoing the restaurant’s early days.
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