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The 7 Best Lawrence Restaurants to Try Now (includes map)

Last Updated: September 23, 2024

Home to the University of Kansas, the city of Lawrence, Kansas, is a bustling small town with a vibrant art scene, charming boutiques, fantastic restaurants, and amazing live entertainment. Be sure to visit the main attraction in town –  Massachusetts Street – in downtown Lawrence, where most locals and students like to eat and drink, shop, and celebrate a Jayhawks win. Whether you are a basketball fan or just enjoying your retirement travel, you won’t be disappointed in a stop here. From Italian to American fare, Lawrence has a tasty culinary scene that serves up some of the best food in Kansas. Check out these 7 amazing restaurants during your visit to Lawrence. 

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Merchants Pub & Plate

Merchants Pub and Plate serves delicious farm-to-table cuisine and craft beer. They are located in a historic bank in downtown Lawrence rumored to have been robbed by the infamous duo, Bonnie & Clyde. The menu caters to all eaters and is an elegant dining spot to gather with friends and family. Signature dishes include the kale salad with candied garlic and focaccia croutons and their Korean fried chicken and short rib tacos. Alongside your lunch or dinner, enjoy one of 30 craft beers (on tap each day), wine, or their signature cocktail, “In a Pickle”, made of housemade pickle brine, vodka, and cracked pepper. 

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746 Mass St, Lawrence, KS

Limestone Pizza

Limestone Pizza is a modern pizzeria serving wood fired homemade Neapolitan-style pizza pies. Customer favorites include “The Margherita” topped with fresh mozzarella and drizzled in basil oil or “The Spud,” which is layered with thin slices of potato, creme fraiche, bacon, and rosemary. Check out other delicious menu items such as their pasta, sandwiches, goat cheese croquettes, and salted caramel budino. 

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Address:
814 Mass. St, Lawrence, KS

Wheatfields Bakery

Known as the best bakery and cafe in town since 1995, Wheatfields Bakery, creates amazing artisanal bread, sweets, and pastries. During the morning hours, the cafe serves tasty breakfast items such as the egg burrito or egg croissant. Stop by for lunch and pick up delicious favorites like the vegetarian reuben on sourdough bread or the Genoa salami and provolone on Kalamata olive bread. Don’t forget to try their amazing pastries and sweets, including the eclairs, cinnamon rolls, tiramisu, cakes, and cookies. 

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Address:
904 Vermont St, Lawrence, KS

Free State Brewery

Free State Brewery is a popular restaurant in downtown Lawrence to grab a bite to eat and watch a Kansas basketball game. They offer American to Mexican pub fare favorites and their brewery has an extensive selection of flavors and styles of craft beer. Enjoy delicious favorites like the fish and chips, quesadilla, fried onion rings, cheddar ale soup, and sausage tortellini.

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Address:
636 Mass. St, Lawrence, KS

The Bourgeois Pig

Serving inventive craft cocktails since 1993, The Bourgeois Pig, is a must-try if you want an amazing drink to sip on and catch up with friends and family during your visit to Lawrence. On the weekends they serve as a coffee bar, which some say is the best in town. Favorites on the menu include the espresso martini, iced coffee, spicy strawberry margarita, and the Old Fashion. 

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Address:
6 E 9th St, Lawrence, KS

Mass Street Fish House & Raw Bar

Mass Street Fish House & Raw Bar is a seafood specialty restaurant serving fresh oysters and cocktails for lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch. Their menu spotlights amazing seafood dishes like unagi-style ruby trout, freshly shucked oysters, lobster rolls, and ahi tuna nachos. They also serve burgers, salads, and in-house smoked meats. 

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719 Massachusetts St, Lawrence, KS

The Burger Stand 

Serving gourmet burgers, hot dogs, and unique sides, The Burger Stand, is a popular hot spot on Massachusetts street in downtown Lawrence. It was also named a “Top 25 Burger Joint” by Zagat in America. Must-try menu items include the fire burger (made with habanero and cactus jam). You should also try their delicious truffle and sweet potato fries, the American Kobe beef, and don’t forget to order one of their amazing shakes for dessert.  One of favorite Lawrence, Kansas restaurants for sure!

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803 Mass. St, Lawrence, KS

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