As with the rest of Americas malls, this is no different. A few stores here and there. Not much foot traffic in here. This place brings back memories, I witnessed this being built, I had great memories of this place as well. Friends, family and fun. Anymore it is definitely not that and I’m afraid of what the future holds here. This elegant nails place is nice and they do a good service for your hands and feet

It is not what it used to be back in the early 00s to late 90s. They are trying. I will give them a big they are trying. I do like that they are bringing in small businesses. It could very well be a new hot spot in the up coming years but it definitely needs an uplift? A burst of energy? A pop of... I don't know what it needs but it needs people to be excited about the inside again. I love they are bringing carnivals and rides to the outside, that is amazing.

Visited while in town. Great mall to do to indoor laps. The stores that are still open we're clean and workers nice. Enjoyed Spirit Halloween, has everything you can think of for Halloween. Topsy's was a plus!

The West Ridge Mall was recently purchased by the owners of Advisors Excel. They have wonderful plans to create different spaces. Office, retail, recreational. They have done incredible things in town ... I trust them to fo a great job with this new project. They have a winning reputation!

Visited this pet store that was severely neglected. Dog food and water bowls were dry and filthy, with feces and dried vomit in their cages. Ferrets, prone to illness, were kept in open cages without lids, exposing them to potential health risks. Given their similar respiratory system to humans, this negligence puts them at high risk. The conditions were heartbreaking and inhumane, resembling a puppy mill.

This mall is essentially empty. Unless you are coming here for something in particular that you know is still open I would pass. Particularly, if you are from out of town and don’t know, the mall is dead and there isn’t much of a reason to go at this point. There are many other malls within an hours drive such as Oak Park and Legends which I would recommend much more than this mall.

I was a little shocked at how many stores are open and the number of people shopping. Extra disappointed that they are still doing Santa pictures. It does not appear that Santa is behind anything, but he was on break so I can't confirm that. But to each their own. Bath and Body Works was limiting the number of people allowed in their store at a time.

this place will get you where you need to go . it is clean economical and the staff that works there are all professional...

We pulled in here to take a break from driving. A big assortment of shops and eateries that are mostly local stores. A simple location where you can get many amenities, services, and great food fare too. Everything from home decor design to spas and other services too. Will need to come back sometime and explore here more

Great antique store with a huge variety. Very clean and neat

Easy to find with a good variety of services? shopping and dining. Plenty of parking. I appreciate the little things like mail box drop offs. It's nice to have everything I need at one location. #NatsJourneys #NatApproved

Decent amount of stores. Dillions is less crowded then others in town.

Ordered medium on our hamburgers turned out to be rare. Raw inside even cool to the touch. Was in a hurry so we didn't have time to reorder. Took a while for the food to come out in the first place. Staff was semi unorganized. It was not very busy. First time being disappointed there. Maybe an off day. Saturday 5/23, 5:30pm.

This Dillons grocery store has good produce and a good selection of products, is well maintained, has reasonable prices and the staff is genuinely friendly and helpful. There is plenty of parking and it is easy to get in and out. The only negative about this place is the clear decades-old age of the complex. It could use a good renovation to modernize it, but I don't know that the expense would result in increased revenue, so I think it will remain as is.

We LOVE this place and drive from Kansas City to visit regularly with our two little ones. We love all the activities for the younger ages whereas a decent portion of science city in KC is geared more towards older kiddos. This place is so diverse with real life practice stations (shopping, restaurant, vet, doctor, mechanic, etc), STEM learning, outdoor play, sand, music, and even a rotating/changing exhibit that’s always a fun surprise. In recent months, changes were made to the family restroom to add a larger changing table which is wonderful for those mommas visiting with children with differing abilities and levels of independence. There’s a new sensory room (pictured) and a new lactation/nursing room which are WONDERFUL additions and much appreciated by mommas like me trying to juggle a busy toddler and nursing infant. Being able to lock us all in a private, secured space to feed little brother brings so much peace of mind. Thank you to the designers for keeping these details in mind! They're currently undergoing an expansion and we can’t wait to see it all completed! Only wish would be that the outdoor treehouse area would bring back the slide.

Amazing location! It was busy (and hot out), but we still had such a great time. The outdoor space is so unique and perfect for my nature loving kiddos.

We had SO much fun here! I have an 18 month old son and there was so much for him to do. We had an absolute ball, the staff was friendly and kind. The play areas were clean and well kept. My son loved the outdoor play area with the tricycles and bike path. Definitely recommend to kiddos and families of all ages.

This is a great place for children as young as one year old to 10-12 years. Fun activities inside as well as nature exploring outdoors.

We love the childrens discovery center! They just finished their new addition and it has added so much! The new parking lots has added a lot more spaces which is helpful. One thing I love about this place is even when it's busy it doesn't really feel like it because there are so many places for kids to play. My young son loves it we go often. Staff and volunteers are always so helpful and kind!

Our first time at the discovery center did not disappoint. We have kids ranging from almost two all the way to 10. They all enjoyed it here so much and there was something for everyone to enjoy!! We will definitely return.

"Can we go back?" Endorsement from 8 year-old and 4 year-old. Didn't get to everything and spent a solid 4 hours playing.

It's a really nice park. There's a train for everyone to ride and a zoo. Visited the zoo alot but haven't in recent years. We took the grandkids last week for the swings. It was fun:) Used to drive by often and see the bears sleeping up in the tree, but I believe they cut it down. They do have the rose garden as well, but everything still needs to blossom, it looked a bit sad when we were there, that time of year. If your in the Topeka area, its a definitely worth a visit. (Didn't get many photos without the kids in them.)

This is a large park with a variety of activities on or near the site. It has a nice playground area with benches and some decently sized trees for shade. Within walking distance is a zoo, an amphitheater and a number of walking trails.

This park is a real gem for the whole community. The playgrounds are clean, safe, and fun for kids of all ages, with plenty of shaded benches for caregivers. The picnic areas and shelters are well-maintained and perfect for family gatherings or a relaxed afternoon with friends. Dog owners will love the fenced dog park — roomy, clean, and a great space for pups to socialize. The lakes are beautiful and peaceful, with paved walking paths and plenty of spots to sit and enjoy the view or watch the wildlife. The small local zoo is a delightful surprise: animals appear well-cared-for, and the informative signage makes it an educational stop for kids. Grounds and restrooms are kept tidy, staff and volunteers are friendly, and there’s plenty of parking and accessibility throughout. Whether you’re bringing the family, walking your dog, or just looking for a lovely place to relax, this park delivers. Highly recommend for a full day of outdoor fun.

Very beautiful park . Wild life animals are so friendly . A lot of trees . Beautiful flowers , lakes.

Taking my dog to the park. It is a nice place to let him run around.

Didn’t get enough pictures but we drove an hour to get here and the zoo was amazing! Very well kept and friendly staff. All the animals seemed happy and well fed! :)

This is a memory from my childhood and being able to take my own child is awesome! I feel safe at this park and love the train and snacks we can pick up while there. Love the work being done as I feel some of it was iffy to let my child go on. Looking forward to the upgrades.

I had the chicken tikki marsala, tandoori chicken, and dal tarka (3 entree sampler for $19).. comes with those yummy sauces, rice pudding and naan! To say it was delicious 😋 is an understatement. Everything is exploding with flavor, and they are mindful explaining all the different levels of heat. I ❤️ spicy, so there are no issues with that for me, though! There's also something to be said about eating in a chill, clean, and welcoming environment.. it seems to make already good food taste even better!! Add on a mango Lassi for a cool, sweet treat. It's like a creamy mango smoothie..

Ate here a few times, it is my favorite indian place i have had in kansas. As someone who grew up with an indian family, i am very well acquainted with this food and here it is spot on. The chef Mohinder Pal is a critically acclaimed chef recognized by many publications and such, and for good reason. The portions are generous and the taste is authentic, very flavorful. I enjoy spicy foods, the spice is there but it doesnt overpower the dish. We had the chicken tiki masala, beef vindaloo, veg samosas, garlic naan, and masala chai. The staff and Mohinder are very kind. He took my order and as i waited, i had masala chai, and he refilled it before i left without me asking. Highly recommended to anyone who has or never had indian food. If this is your first time, eat here so you know what indian food is, and you arent eating some americanized indian buffet or something. I live in Lawrence but anytime i am in topeka, i try to find an excuse to make my way to Pal’s. Thank you Mohinder and staff for all you do, wish you were in lawrence!

My son found this treasure of a place. The food is absolutely delicious. You definitely can tell it was made with love and that the owner takes pride in making sure you fall in love with it. It's authentic and full of flavor. Every bite take you to a far away land. I highly recommend it and even though we live over and a half away from Topeka, we will definitely make a trip especially to eat there again. Thank you!

This is one of my favorite lunch spots in Topeka. The sampler fills you up and even have some left for later. Pal’s cooking is perfect and the flavors are always great! Would recommend trying something new every time you go there because you can’t go wrong with it.

Wonderful service and great atmosphere. And yummmmm. It was very very good. The cashier was very kind and you could tell she likes her job. Cook did amazing and they were both just very kind and social. Wait time for the food was very quick. The smallest portion could be 2-3 servings. It feels pricy but they give you a generous serving. worth it to try, and to return. If its 2 people order one meal like I said they give you a generous portion.

Pal is THE REAL DEAL. If you love Indian food, you can’t go wrong with anything you order. He was a chef at my old company, and lines of 50+ employees at a time would form for his station. I’m thrilled that he has his own restaurant, and that his food is as good as I remember. I’m not going to fault a busy restaurant owner on “atmosphere,” as this is likely primarily a take-out place. He’s doing what he can with sturdy paper plates. The staff will even bring your food out to you! Whatever you order… you HAVE to try the Gobhi Manchurian! You’ve never known cauliflower could knock it out of the park (and be spicy) until you’ve had that!

I love love love authentic Indian food! I especially appreciate the owner for coming to our table to make sure all was well. He chatted with us for a while and brought out some mango ice cream for us to try!

The burger stand is a great and freshly made. I chose the poe boy with no bun. They put it on a bed of lettuce. Perfect! We had a large party of 11 and they allowed us to put tables together to accommodate our group. And this time servers actually came to our table to see if we needed anything. We had s grew time. Oh, and don’t forget to try the duck fat fries!

We had a great time here!! The Atmosphere was so awesome. Great service from our awesome server. The menu may be smaller then some places but the taste is absolutely worth it. No need for much else. They have some really great sauces as well that are all made in house. The Pickles on the sause bar were so good with some great seasonings. Simon you have a great place and if we make it up towards Lawrance we will definitely check out your other businesses. Thanks for such a great lunch experience. The smoke burger was so delicious and the Fries tasted sooooooo good with the bacon crumbles.

This place is the most expensive burger place I have ever been to. The burger was really bad, I ordered a medium burger and it came out nearly rare. They got my step-dad's order wrong, he wanted a hamburger, but the lady at the stand taking the order put in for a cheeseburger. Not only was this the most expensive burger place I've been too, but you had to get your own drinks, get your own food, get your own condiments. They add 15% gratuity to every check, and then have the audacity to ask you for a tip while ordering, before you even get your food.... 85 dollars for 3 adults and a kid.... Never going back there. It was awful. I have no problem getting my own stuff, but if you are asking for a tip and adding gratuity on the bill, you better be doing something to help me, which they literally did nothing.

We dined in, staff was super helpful as it appeared we didn’t know how to order etc. Ended up getting a chx sando (Barnyard Bash) and it was good. The bun was light and not like a greasy brioche bun, so that was cool. The chx was cooked well, delicious choice. Also grabbed a special, the El Royale..not like on Pulp Fiction, but this was a double patty (2x4oz), onion-bacon jam, thousand island love fest in between some bread. It was tasty, but I might have liked a full size patty in there next time. Also had some truffle fries, so rich and delicious. Compared those to the poutine fries, and the truffle fries won. Poutine isn’t easy to master! Great beer selection, lotsa local brews on draft..maybe if I had to complain, they should get a couple more blondes in the beer selection. I’ll definitely go again to this place; looks like it would be a lot of fun for a later dinner and even the trivia night.

This restaurant offers excellent burgers gourmet fries and adult beverages. Burgers are cooked to order, and are just amazing. I had a classic burger paired with bacon cheddar fries and loved it. For condiments they have seven different types of dips and house pickles. You could be a little crowded in a little noisy here. But it's worth the trouble. Edit: I have not been to this place since it relocated to Brookwood shopping center.

We had a smoke burger, the holy jalapeño made with grilled chicken and truffle fries. Everything was recommended by the gentleman behind the counter. The food was excellent we planned on taking some home but ate it all. The chicken was juicy not dry and many extra sauces available if needed. Michael was the very knowledgeable bartender who recommended a couple of local IPAs my husband enjoyed. I enjoyed the old fashioned. He just received a smoker machine and I was lucky enough to be one of the first ones to try a lightly smoked old fashioned. Oh my wish, I lived closer to the Burger Stand! I would be a regular!

WOW😱😱 haven’t lived here in 20 yrs & thought why not ck out one of the new restaurant… was very impressed by the flavors for the burgers we ordered. Very large area didn’t feel over crowded & if you want you can eat outside 👍. Have games if your feeling lucky outside ❤️. I would highly recommend stopping in & checking it out👍❤️.

This was the first time in forever that my husband and I were able to go out to a nice dinner just the two of us without the kids. It was a great night. Our server, I think her name was Dani, was attentive but not to much to interrupt the meal. She made sure we had everything we needed and seemed genuinely sweet and patient. I can be hard to decide what I want sometimes and she was helpful in making an appetizer choice and was just as excited as I was when she brought it out. The atmosphere was great. Lighting was perfect with for me, I have some issues with sensory so bright lights are rough on me. It wasnt to loud, there was conversation but not so loud as to interrupt our conversation. Food was phenomenal, but then again it's Longhorn, is it ever not?! I had a wonderful time this evening. Thank you to our server and the wonderful team up there.

Danni was our server. Sorry if I didnt spell her name correctly. The food was brought out at the right times so we could enjoy every dish. The Brussel sprouts were amazing. Can't stop thinking about them. The meat was cooked to perfection! I like mine rare. Sorry I never can take a photo until I've enjoyed some. The lobster was not tuff and so delicious with the butter. Our server was a delight and didnt make us feel rushed even tho we came in an hour before close. It was our anniversary and we got a flat while heading to wanamaker for red lobster but the website said they close at 9. Longhorn took great care of us and made the evening wonderful.

Our food was so good and our waiter was the best.

We waited 15 minutes to receive our salads, our food arrived two minutes later. Our drinks were empty and never offered refills. Prior to the salads arriving, we were contemplating leaving. The manager visited all tables around us, but never stopped by ours. I’m sure she didn’t want to hear what we had to say about the subpar service. The server blamed the kitchen; however, all tables around us received their food timely. I have higher expectations for Longhorn than this - I would never recommend this location, especially our server!

We had the best time ever tonight. We celebrated our sons 38th Birthday and it was so nice between the Bread and the Food and the Great Service it was Perfect.

The food is AMAZING!!! Steak- amazing. Baked Potato- amazing. Bread they bring to the table- amazing. Asparagus- amazing. They also have mr.pibb to drink and it's really good. The staff are amazing and so is the management. 10/10 recommend. :)

Jenny was our delightful server. She was welcoming, efficient, and patient. She ensured we received all we'd ordered, pleasantly correcting any misunderstanding. The Wild West Shrimp is a family favorite, and the Parmesan Spinach Dip was also creamy deliciousness. Our steaks and burger were cooked to perfection as ordered, and the sides were tasty. The Brussels Sprouts were heavy on the dressing, but an interesting combination of honey and smokiness as advertised. The mango margarita tasted fresh and the old fashioned was strong and very good. We had a few bites of the caramel and candied pecan cheesecake, which was cold and delicious- but we were too full to eat it all. We'll enjoy all our leftovers! It felt a bit crowded trying to get in and out of our booth, with large parties next to us, but everyone was in a celebratory mood, which was nice.

Wow—can’t believe we’ve been missing this spot all these years! Tucked into Gage Village Shopping Center, this hidden gem has actually been around since 2010, but my wife and I just discovered it. Honestly, we thought it was new! Inside is spotless and welcoming, with a relaxed vibe. Staff was super friendly, and from our bar seats we had a clear view into the kitchen—also very clean. We ordered a Latte, a Mocha Latte, Chips and Guac, and two sandwiches: the Pesto Chicken Panini and the Smoked Salmon BLT. Everything was fresh and flavorful. This is officially our new favorite local coffee stop. Hard to believe it’s been hiding only a few miles from home all this time!

What a find. Coffee was good…but the scone was fabulous. Sure it’s an espresso bar, but why not lead with what they are best at and call it Blackbird Bakery and Espresso Bar. My scone was the apple cranberry and seriously one of the best scones…If not THE best scone I have ever tasted. Try it.

Food was quite good for a little coffee shop in a strip mall. Would highly recommend and will absolutely be returning. We have already once in two weeks!

Nice, cozy coffee spot with some excellent coffee and tasty fare from wraps and paninis, to sandwiches and pastries. Loved the delta blues with my dark roast cafe and butterscotch Blondie. Plus you encounter some fun surprises.

Blackbird is a treat! I was hunting for good coffee, and ended up finding far more, in the best possible ways. I am thoroughly impressed. Not only was the coffee delicious, but the food that we got was phenomenal! The atmosphere is being newly remodeled, and I can't wait to see what it looks like completely done. Very laid back, and easy to just enjoy the comfort. Great lighting, and plenty of seating. I was extremely surprised that this lovely place also has liquor and beer as well! Even beer on tap! The staff was friendly, funny, and down to earth. The type of folks you could easily chat with about anything. Also quite knowledge about the ongoings of this shop. Absolutely looking forward to coming back and trying out more of the food and drinks.

This place has such a chill, positive atmosphere and lovely service! It made for the perfect mother/daughter lunch date! They also serve their breakfast menu all day and the Mercato Croissant was absolutely delectable!

Was my first time here and the staff was friendly and happy to help with any questions I had. Food is great and fresh.

First time to eat here. Bagett was insanely good! Dover sole was good but very disappointed with the beef medallions, which should not have been served. They were full of gristle and a very low quality cut of meat. I simply couldn't believe a chef would have served that poor of quality. Mashed potatoes were good and good selection of wine. We would try it again but check for meat quality and send it back.

Our server, a young man, was very attentive and kind. The food was delicious. For the expensive prices, the interior needs updating and cleaned up. The restroom floor was very sticky and needed cleaned. Establishment needs attention to cleaning and freshening up detailing. Your prices are quite expensive for this city, the menu was limited ... the place should be clean and reflect those factors. I had never been there to eat. It might be awhile before I go back, or recommend until they freshen up the physical building, i.e., internal anesthetics.

Finally decided to try this restaurant. Wish we hadn't. The food was below par for French cuisine. The wait staff was pleasant enough and the atmosphere was quaint if a bit dated. Dishes ordered: appetizers crab cake and scallops. Crab cake was ok but lacked some flavor. Scallops were very small as if they'd been halved before cooking. Decent flavor though. Main course salmon in butter sauce with mashed potatoes and candied carrots & braised beef short ribs same sides. Presentation was alright... both mashed potatoes were horribly prepared. Waitress stated the chef was new and poured the cream way too fast. Very runny and lacked any flavors I could even taste. The candied carrots were not candied just boiled with a pinch of sugar. Main dishes: salmon was cooked properly but lacked any flavor other than butter we could detect. The braised short ribs were in an overly scorched in red wine sauce that was not seasoned well. Two peices of ribs were also a bit tougher than the others. Waitress gave us a complimentary plate of shrimp and mushrooms and dessert as well trying to make up for the meal. Those were actually good. Overall I'd say new chef hasn't quite got the hang of it just yet or had a very bad night. Do not recommend personally. Bill was around $200.00.

My family recently held a party here for 30 people and I could never adequately express how wonderful John was to work with from start to finish. John's communication and flexibility was next level and the staff on the night of our event was accommodating, showed real care, and were on point. If you have an upcoming small dinner party to plan, I highly recommend Chez Yasu!

Why haven't we been here before? We found Chez Yasu by looking for restaurants in Topeka. This one is well off the beaten path and it's camouflaged within a residential area. Don't let the outside appearance of the building fool you, there's delicious French cuisine inside. Seating is limited as are the hours of operation. We got lucky that it was a slow day and we did not need reservations. The food had good flavor and the service was great. We ordered the lamb chops and the beef ribs with a couple of drinks. We will keep Chez Yasu in mind when we return to Topeka.

My wife and I have been eating here for gong on 25 years. Last dinner was August 23, 2025 the food was excellent and service outstanding and friendly. The atmosphere is friendly like a small Paris cafe.

First time here and the food was really delicious. Will definitely be back. I had a crab cake for the appitizer and the salmon and seafood crepe with potatoes and carrots for dinner. Topped off with a Cabernet some nice gentleman bought for me and I also got a Moscato.

We drove from KC to come to the zoo. We love the Topeka zoo. The keepers are very friendly and like to share knowledge with guests. The exhibits are nice and well kept. It is a smaller zoo, but you see a lot in a shorter amount of time. The zen garden is absolutely beautiful. The fruit bat is my favorite animal to see there.

Nice place with many happy animals. Walking the zoo was an easy tour with the animals looking healthy and happy. It did feel a little used with an older feel to the walk way. I was excited to see they are working on a new tiger exhibit and the giraffe exhibit. Smaller zoo for the capital of Kansas, but nice. Not a big area to build more so what they have is awesome.

It's not a huge zoo so it makes for a great trip with little kids who may get tired at a larger zoo. They are constantly improving things and adding new additions the last few years. The staff is always amazing and friendly every time I bother them with all my questions 😂

Stopped by while in town. Price was great, but we didn't get to see a lot of animals. The worker in the gift shop was very nice! Will try again next time earlier in the day.

1000% an amazing place to go I've been to this zoo probably two dozen times and every time, it's just a little different of an experience. Whether it be from the various changes the zoo is doing or just seeing a new animal in a way I haven't before. This particular time, I got to see the bear splash around in the water and enjoy life. What a great time.

It’s not huge zoo like KC, but the size the perfect for a small kid family. They are upgrading the tiger area which is absolutely needed. The Japanese garden is hidden gem. We love this zoo.

Last time I went to the Topeka Zoo, there were lots of dinosaurs and pterosaurs, which I really liked because it added some spice to the already awesome zoo experience. They have giraffes which are very cute and you get to watch them play soccer, which is adorable with how they just kick the little ball. I really like the hippo exhibit, the hippo swims in his pool and it's super cute. Orangutans, I think orangutans, maybe they're chimps or something, but I think they're orangutans because they're orange, anyways the orangutans are kind of scary but also pretty interesting and they like climbing. Please also check out the other monkey things and the turtle too. Overall very nice experience.

I dined in on Monday after 1pm for a late lunch, and it was pretty calm in there. The server was nice – I think she was also the bartender. The food took a while to come out, but I wasn’t upset about it since I was enjoying conversation with my date and sipping on my ‘Harvey Girl’ drink. The baked beans had great flavor, but the slaw was really bland. The burnt ends and pulled pork were both extremely dry, which was disappointing. The spinach dip was good, although it didn’t come out as an appetizer – it showed up with the rest of our food. The pita chips that came with it had a stale texture. I struggled to bite through them and ended up just tearing them apart with my hands. Part of me thought maybe I’ve never had this type of bread before and didn’t know what it was supposed to taste like, but honestly, at that point, I didn’t care because I was just really hungry. The bill was around $70 for two cocktails, two entrees and an appetizer.

Stopped by here after checking out the reviews. A very nice location. Very appealing to the eye. Great and friendly staff. The food was absolutely delicious. Beers were OK. Don’t get me wrong. I had a flight of them plus a different pint, but the flavor just wasn’t there for me. Maybe that’s my preference. The beers were basic and simple in flavor.

A Grand Experience at Iron Rail & Brewery – Worth a Return Visit! Stepping into Topeka's Iron Rail & Brewery is an experience in itself. This establishment, highly recommended for its barbecue and stunning murals, immediately captivated me. The sheer scale of the space, the intricate décor, and the impressive, visible distillery tanks in the back all contribute to a visually striking atmosphere. It’s clear a lot of thought went into making this place a feast for the eyes. The menu at Iron Rail offers a diverse selection, with plenty of choices across starters, sandwiches, and full dinners. I opted for the two-meat dinner, selecting the jalapeño cheddar sausage and ribs, accompanied by a side of baked beans. While the platter was visually appealing, the ribs were unfortunately a letdown. They were tough, chewy, and dry – a far cry from the tender, moist, fall-off-the-bone ribs one hopes for. However, I'm not going to let this single dish deter me. The baked beans, on the other hand, were a delightful surprise. These aren't your typical sweet baked beans; instead, they offered a unique chili-like flavor with a distinct hint of chili powder and a pleasant smokiness. It was an unexpected and very welcome twist on a classic side. Beyond the food, Iron Rail & Brewery truly shines as a destination. The stunning murals, cohesive paint scheme, and expansive layout create an incredible ambiance. The diverse seating options, from intimate small tables and high-top communal tables to a dedicated dining room for larger parties, make it suitable for any occasion. This place has all the makings of a successful brand, and I was genuinely disappointed they didn't have merchandise like t-shirts available – I would have happily purchased one on my way out. Iron Rail & Brewery is undeniably a gem for downtown Topeka, a place the community can genuinely be proud of. The locals I spoke with couldn't praise it enough, and I can see why. Despite the less-than-perfect ribs, the overall "experience" of this place makes it a must-visit. I'm already planning my next trip to Topeka, and a return visit to Iron Rail & Brewery is definitely on my itinerary. Was it an off day for the ribs? Perhaps, but the potential and the impressive atmosphere are more than enough to warrant another try.

I’m SO glad a coworker recommended this place. We were in town for errands and decided to try it. Glad we did. The food was great and at Greaf prices. I LOVE the tie in with history. Being from Lawrence I know all about the flood of ‘51 but only how it affected Lawrencians. It was so interesting to learn about the three Locomotives (thank you for including descriptions of the murals on the websites) the murals are so interesting and are beautiful. The beer was fantastic. Tried three, came home with a Growler!

Great food, amazing craft beers (especially the Light and the Vienna), and a perfect place to relax or enjoy a meal with family. The service was outstanding — Xenya took care of us with exceptional kindness and attention. Highly recommended!

Brewery was busy when we arrived but wasn’t a long wait. Waitress seemed very nice, took our drink order and appetizer order and did not come back for some time. Never received appetizer. Then after we ordered our main courses and they arrived we never saw her again. Had to ask a bar staff member to get our check so we could leave. Food was slightly above average and a bit expensive.

We celebrated a birthday on a Sunday evening. Lexi (I hope I didn’t butcher the spelling) was our server. She was outstanding! Her food and bar menu knowledge was top notch. She was welcoming, friendly, funny, and could hold her own with a large group of veterans. Not once were we rushed in spite of closing time nearing. I would rate this as the best service we have had in Topeka. We are grateful for such a wonderful experience!

We had a wonderful experience at the Shrine (Hamid) Circus there Sunday, Feb 23rd, as a family. Everything went smoothly, safely & was very entertaining & hilarious! We especially loved the acts & tricks of the pigs, from small to huge, that each had talents to share, including the largest that grunted in all the right places to Ole Macdonald's song! It was impressive! The aerial acts were graceful, talented & beautifully done & the motorcycles buzzing around each in circles inside a gigantic steel mesh ball were amazing & spine-tingling! All the clowns present added their own unique brand of comedy & fun to the day & had fabulous costumes & great personalities too. Thanks to them for the only free pictures!

Great place for concerts and entertainment. The place is super easy to park and go in for events. The staff is very nice and has very clean restrooms.

Attended a Scarecrows hockey game for the first time. Had a great time. Environment was comfortable, easy access to parking, the building and our seats. Snacks were fresh and good.

Saw the Scrawcrows here loved it! Only down side is the lack of having no bottle stations for water. You would think an event center would accommodate this. So we do not have to spend $6+ for water.

Drove over from Kansas city (heart of chiefs kingdom) to see Deirks Bentley. What a great show. I really like the venue. Easy parking. The staff was very friendly. We will now start looking for concerts and other events to attend. Thank you for a great evening 😊

We are glad Topeka Hockey is back, but the events center needs to make some major changes! 1st - it was SUPER hard to hear the announcer. The sound system was horrible. It was just ridiculously hard to follow instructions or know what was going on. 2nd - concessions ran out of everything except beverages and chips and cheese by mid-second period… with an intermission and one and a half periods still left in the game! On top of that, the chips and cheese were $20 for two small containers of chips and two small containers of cheese. For $20 you could buy 2-3 bags of chips and 2-3 containers of cheese at the grocery store. I know it’s not costing you all even a fraction of that price to purchase those items for resale.

We went to a scarecrow hockey game. The game was great and so much fun. The event center is nice, very clean and plenty of parking.

Went on a weekday, was fairly busy. Our lane kept screwing up, easily taking 30 minutes of our 2.5 hours. Constantly having to reset pins, or call for help from an employee. Balls kept getting stuck, etc. Went and complained to an employee, they kind of just stared dead eyed and said they could move us to the lane next to us...but we were basically already out of time. Hopefully this is just a freak problem.

This place has well kept bowling lanes, mini golf and go karts. Very reasonably priced and well maintained. The arcade is a bit lackluster but still fun. Would recommend.

Love going here to bowl. The lanes are well maintained, and the manager on duty is really nice and good to work with. It's such a fun thing to experience late at night when looking for something to do. Cost has gone up, so plan to pay about $20 a person for cyberbowling 10 to 1am on Saturdays.

Had a wonderful time with the family. The service was quite exceptional and many friendly people there having great times.

Took the grandchildren, and they had a blast. Was NOT hard on my wallet. We will be going back.

They hosted the Special olympics bowling tournament. The place is nice. The fact that the bowling lanes are even with the building floor was a great help since we could just roll into the waiting area. Wheelchair access is great. They were a bit understaffed, which caused some issues. Otherwise, this was a great bowling venue. They also have an arcade and golf, which we did not try.

Food was DELICIOUS!, Great service overall. Bartenders were good in communication & Drinks were Outstanding! Even got a Few strikes in 😎 Fun for Kids, Teens, Adults. Rated E for Everyone🤙

The Apple and chocolate covered marshmallows were amazing. Staff gave us a sample and we're very friendly. 5 ⭐

I've worked in downtown Topeka for a decade and this is one of the places I visit on a regular basis when I want a little afternoon treat. Their customer service is and has always been punctual and friendly, their weight system is fair and their checkout process is easy. I love that I can get just one piece of chocolate or as much as I want. Their caramel apples, lemon things (the literal name) and the peanut butter fudge are some of my favorites when I want to change things up. They really do offer a lot of variety. The owners are two of the nicest people you'll ever meet and I've seen first hand how much they love our downtown community.

Caramel apples, Pecan clusters, and chocolate covered cherries, oh my! Greeted at the door. Customer service is beyond compare. They even have samples out! I sampled a 70% cocoa bourbon/ spice it was delightful! I definitely would recommend you stop in.

Great customer service. Their product is amazing! I haven’t had chocolate like that since France. I truly recommend this place.

I love the peanut butter cups!

The salted milk chocolate caramels were amazing! I also got the smaller option of the Dubai Chocolate and it was delicious! Definitely will become a regular since I work downtown now!!

Stopped in for the first time and got one too many desserts because they all looked so good! The best chocolate I’ve had in a long time and such a friendly staff :) The fudge and and the lemon thing was amazing

I normally order sweet fire chicken, but tonight I thought I would eat healthier and ordered the grilled teriyaki chicken breast. I can’t tell you how gross this meat is. Every piece has fat or some other weird spongey texture. Not to mention the meat is grey and brown. Looks nothing like the menu pic. I wouldn’t feed this to my dog. Disgusting. Panda is definitely off of my list.

The chow mein was absolutely disgusting it tasted like how permanent marker smells and when I asked the lady to replace my food for the rice instead she rolled her eyes and acted like I was an inconvenience. I do not recommend eating here.

Panda Express is no longer the premium fast food option it once was. The sides barely have anything in them anymore. The fried entrees always taste old.

Sitting here watching 5 employees do nothing. they gave our food to grubhub order and made us wait longer for them to make more bejing beef. Definitely not impressed

Probably the worst I've ever had. Used to eat here all the time. Today will be the last. Rangoon fried past edible. Shrimp had black specs and rice was crunchy. Things have definitely went down hill for this place. They replaced the Rangoon but the center is now cold. Picked apart what was edible. Terrible experience!

My food was ordered I called because they never gave me any teriyaki sauce for my teriyaki chicken and the manager said Oh that sucks normally we don’t hand out the teriyaki sauce unless somebody ask and said he hopes I have a better day after I told him I was not going to eat plain chicken

1st time having it delivered. Egg roll was burnt, fried rice burnt, could hardly bite into sesame chicken.

We were in Kansas (September 2021) for a family wedding in the Topeka area and found this place on the Internet. Our food was SO good! The meat was great, particularly because of their awesome BBQ sauce, and our sides were good too. My husband loved their potatoes but I loved the beans; I think they were the best I’ve ever had. There were 2 men working behind the counter and they were friendly and helpful to us as we made our food selections. We are looking forward to going back there sometime soon because we’re nearly out of the BBQ sauce we bought (yep, it was that good!).

I ordered the brisket sandwich with beans. The meat was smokey, but not as tender as I would prefer. The beans were smokey, rich, and savory, but I thought the sausage took away rather than added to the beans overall flavor profile. Overall, the BBQ was smokey and sweet, which was great. I would have preferred the meat to be a little more tender and melt in my mouth. I will be visiting again.

Always stop in whenever I'm in Topeka. The people are nice, the food is good and of course the museum(s)/dealership/clothes/etc are great too. This is a "get it while we got it cuz when it's gone, it's gone" kind of place. The ribs are always tender and just fall right off the bone and I can never say no to the cheesytaters.

Omg! Found my idol the Crazy Plant Lady. Great service, wonderful food and great prices. You get the flavor, service and more than fair amount of food for your money. This is a winner with a mini celebrity in my book with plants. Total score for me. I highly recommend this sleeper. It is with the Evil K museum.

Welcoming friendly service, ordered pulled pork and tips, amazing beans (bacon, sausage and beer recipe) and special slaw. I added some spicy BBQ sauce. Plenty of seats available during Saturday lunch, staff came round to check if food is ok, despite being a fast-food ordering and collection system. I was aiming for the baby back ribs, but only available on Fridays! Hope to be back...

The guy serving the meat has an attitude! He told us you better eat NOW before we run out of meat. It was hype, the portions are small and overpriced. Kansas City is the real place for Bar B Q.Now you know why they are only open for 3 hours per day

Had a pulled pork sandwich with sides. Very delicious. Hard to get a seat, and cramped, but its in a Harley Davidson dealership, so it’s all part of the ambiance. People running the place are nice.

I had several coworkers tell me if I wanted a good steak I had to go to northstar. They were not wrong. I had the 16 oz ribeye with a baked potato cooked perfectly. Very tender very flavorful.

The plain salad was room temperature. Had to pay for cheese. Just croutons. Had the KC strip and it had no flavor. A good steak should not require sauce but had to use A-1. Salt and pepper will go along way. The gravy seems just like a big can of gravy I ate in the military. I had high expectations and got disappointed. The potatoes and onion dish was good though.

Hear me out...it's better than you think! The food and service make this place a real unexpected gem...and I think the atmosphere actually adds to the experience. Don't sleep on it, for real! Had an amazing steak here. And the casual atmosphere gave us "permission" to relax and have a great time with the friends who brought us there!

Very disappointed in the service and food we received last night. We received our drinks shortly after sitting down. Came back for our order 15 minutes later and then didn’t come back for another 30 minutes for drink refills and to bring us rolls. 15 minutes later we finally got our salads (1 hour mark). Our food came about 15 minutes after that. Food quality was not good. My steak tips were over cooked with no flavor. The gravy that they give us for your table was inedible. It tasted like burnt flour with no flavor at all. My husband’s food was equally disappointing. Went with 6 others and their food was either undercooked or overcooked. All of us could not believe how disgusting the gravy was. Waitress was not attentive or timely. Definitely not going back for those prices. One of the worst dining experiences we have had.

A wonderful steakhouse. Has drinks that remind me of drinks my dad and granddad talked about from the depression mobster era. They fix a Manhattan with southern comfort that's like the one dad made for me when I was 5. Yep. It was o e of his favorite drinks. I remember taking a couple sips a deciding coke tasted better. Dad wanted to take the mystery of alcohol out of my life so to keep me from abusing it later.

We had a great meal at North Star last night. I had delicious catfish and my husband’s Ribeye was cooked perfectly as he requested, medium. I like the throw back atmosphere. Service was excellent. We really enjoyed it and will be back.

What a hidden gem! We ended up here by default but boy this would be my first pick every time! We weren't expecting one of the best steaks I've ever had at a restaurant but that is exactly what we got. The Cowboy Cut Ribeye was to die for! The service was top notch as well. Cool little history behind this place and great conversation with the owners! 10 out of 10 would recommend!