Holy flavor... I had a bogo on the sandwiches and pozo's from k states "lunch with the lintons" (president of the school hosts it every semester with a bunch of restaurants in mobile tents and food trucks, it's great if you're a student) Anyway, the ambience is right on point for a place named after bootsy Collins. Colorful, maximalist, and funky! I was greeted instantly by the bartender and we talked about the inspiration of the place, and how the sound system was right on for the theme. Let's hope they can get that vinyl system working with the digital monitors... that's always a tedious process! The food though, it brought it home. I got a to-go order and brought it home to my buddy who'd been working all morning. He took a bite and his eyes lit up man. I Love to see one of my guys visibly love good food. He got the fried chicken pozo while I got the meatball sub... once again. Bangers. This place has flavor. Aesthetically, and literally!! Go here. Go here. Go here. read more

Great!! My first Pozo and it was delicious. My wife and I shared a prime rib pozo with match stick fries. The chef split the Pozo and fries into separate baskets. We also shared a Parmesan sauce to dip our fries in, it was excellent highly recommend. Our server was attentive, polite, always kept our glasses full, and fast with the service. We will definitely be back and bring guests with us. I highly recommend Bootsies if you are in Manhattan, KS. read more

I always have a good experience here! The drinks are yummy and not too expensive! It is more of a fun vibe than your typical college party vibe that you'll get in Aggie Ville. The service is good a lot of college kids so it's kind of hit or miss, but I've always had a good experience. read more

I have wanted to try this restaurant/bar since I caught a glimpse of their vibey patio from the Starbucks drive-thru line in the early spring. The way my head snapped around when I saw their cute patio & literally said out loud "what is that place?!" Decor: Gives a "moraccan nights" feel. Very laid back. Plush cushions to relax into. Perfect place to hang with some friends. Cocktails: Reasonably priced. You can buy one cocktail or order a groupie that serves 4-6. My favorite is the Daybed. It's light, crisp, and perfect for these hot summer days. Service: Outstanding. Our server made us feel right at home. She was quick to answer any questions and attentive to our table. Food: My group sampled a few po'zo's (think sandwich but folded inside pizza dough bread), a couscous special, and artichoke & arugula dip. Everything we tried was delicious. We had a hard time settling on our appetizer because every single one of their appetizers sound amazing. Overall: Great vibe. Tasty yet affordable cocktails. Delicious food. I am looking forward to sampling more from their menu in the near future! read more

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We visited this popular little joint on our 1st night in Manhattan from Texas. It has a low key moody boho vibe with fun wall papers adorning their walls. We had about a 20 minute wait so we walked around this college town until they phoned us. For being a relatively small place, that could hold a decent amount of people, the air conditioning was working well and the noise levels were perfect for having real conversations without yelling at each other. The food was spot on and dynamic. There were so many flavors that melded together harmoniously. Our server, Lilly, was phenomenal. She was extremely attentive noticing our "needs" before we were even aware we had them. I ordered something that unknowingly had cilantro in it (I'm not deathly allergic, but I am allergic). It wasn't listed on the menu, so she asked the chefs and confirmed it did indeed have cilantro. Lilly was so apologetic when it wasn't even her fault and quickly jumped to help resolve the situation. Everything about this outing was perfect and the food was delicious, but what really made this place stand out was Lilly. She was the star. Thank you Lilly for your outstanding service and smile. We will be back! read more

Bootsie's is in its second week of being open. I added photos of the front entrance and patio on its grand opening day, but did not get a chance to eat there until tonight. I had a late meeting, and noticed it is open until 11 PM, so Eric R. and I got there around 9 PM and found it ti be packed, a great sign. The only available seating was at the bar, so we took it. There are purse hooks under the bar! Our server/bartender extraordinaire Erica took great care of us and gave us many suggestions. We started with waters (note they come without ice so ask for ice if you would like it). Eric R. ordered a banana bread old fashioned from the cocktail menu, and I got a glass of sparkling gresa (kind of like prosecco). We asked Erica for ideas, and she gave us some of her favorites plus popular items. We ordered the salsa verde shakshuka for an appetizer. Eric R. got the mortadella po'zo for his meal, and I got the roasted mushroom pizza. The shakshuka came in its own cast iron skillet, with toasted pizza dough wedges on the side. It was amazing. I love anything verde and enjoy shakshuka, and this is definitely a winning combination. The eggs were perfectly cooked, the salsa-egg-cheese combo was a flavor explosion. It was deliciously savory and piping hot. Between the app and my pizza, the roof of my mouth and my tongue were quite burnt (and I still feel it now). That being said, there is something magical about getting food fresh and hot out of the kitchen and the food stays hot after being served. Eric R..'s po'zo was a folded pizza dough (Erica suggested it is like a calzone that is not sealed with the bread texture of a gyro), and it came with a size of seasoned chips. He really enjoyed his dish and finished it entirely. The pizza was a generous size, served on a thin crust. It had a delicious mushroom flavor, plenty of cheese, and umami. Eric R. enjoyed a slice, and I managed two. I took three slices home to enjoy later. The ambiance is really nice, music loud and hip, and the crowd spanned all ages. We enjoyed the service and food, and will most definitely be back to try other dishes and the special brunch menu! read more

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Stoped by Bootsie's for a solo weekday lunch. Decor is cute. Love the monkey wall paper. It was a very chic vibe. Interior is rather small with five large tables and seating at the bar. Three of those tables have only short stools for seating which would not be very comfortable for many past college age. They do have a patio area as well. Had great service from Ryan and trainee Bryce. Both were friendly and accommodating although I did have to flag them down for drink refills. The specialty is the po'zo a riff on an Italian sandwich. It was described as a less doughy and not fully closed calzone. The bread is kinda hard and not at all chewy. If you are a fan of the cracker like crust on a thin crust pizza, it's like that. I didn't care for it although the paprika honey chips (as in drizzled with honey) were pretty good albeit sticky. Seems like a good college date night place but not a place to go out of your way if you are a foodie. read more

Bootsies - Bootsie's atmosphere - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

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Food was delicious and staff was great!! Highly recommend! Prices were decent for a college town as well! I had the Pork and Hash skillet and it was great! read more

Bootsies - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

Delicious-- get the Steak and Mushroom grilled cheese and Bacon/Shrimp dip. And one of there amazing cocktails.

Our favorite place! Strong drinks, delicious food & friendly staff! It's an entire vibe! read more

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The aesthetic is unique to Bootsie's and really cool. Their menu is limited, but our server Isaac was helpful with recommendations. I hope they can add more vegetable options and add a side salad. I wasn't super hungry, so I split the fried chicken pizza. It was not super flavorful, kind of light-ish and good. Their drink menu was limited, but they have a large bar and can make pretty much anything. I went old school and got an amaretto sour. It was literal perfection. Their Ooey Gooey Butter Cake does not disappoint. The blackberries and grapes with it are a good touch. Parking is obviously not ideal, but I went early and found a spot less than two blocks away. read more

I've only eaten at Bootsies once but I found it to be fantastic. It's a really small place but the service is excellent. The food is great and it has a relaxing atmosphere for read more

Food is unique and very good. Service was amazing. Overall vibe was unique and tasteful. 10/10 would come again. read more

Bootsies - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

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You want to eat here. Service: attentive Food: unique & delicious Drinks: tasty and well made Ambience: amazing Prices: fair read more

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We decided on Bootsie's for date night and it did not disappoint! We chose a table on the patio even though it was cold and snowy outside. We were right in front of the fire and they do a great job of keeping it pretty warm with the heaters. I took our server's recommendation and got the lemonicella(?) and it was delicious! I ordered the shrimp risotto but they errantly brought the sausage and chicken risotto. The server was apologetic and quickly corrected the order. It was worth the extra few minutes! We took the wrong order home and hubby loved it for lunch the next day! We will return! read more

Smasher Burger is excellent! Daiquirita amazing! Defeated by the notorious Gooey Butter cake! Delicious ! The staff are engaging and helpful. Very much appreciated. read more

Bootsies - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

We love bootsies! It's a great option for something unique that you can't find anywhere else and the everything we have had is delicious. The ambiance is gorgeous and I can't wait to go back. read more

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Pricey but food, cocktails, service were excellent. We had hummus and fried burrata cheese apps then shared a Juicy Lucy. Great ambiance.

The food was very good, and the customer service was amazing. Our waitress gave excellent recommendations, which we really enjoyed. While it's not related to the restaurant itself, parking was a bit difficult. read more

We have been to Bootsie's several times, the food has generally been very good. The service is good a little pushy, but good. The issue I have is they charge you for every extra, dipping sauce, extra charge , as a matter of fact the last time we were in the waiter, asked how I liked the pasta. I told him it was excellent he said what would you do different and I said perhaps a little more sauce but otherwise delicious. He brought some more sauce, which I thought was just wonderful over the top service till I got the bill and there was an up charge. I didn't ask for sauce, but I was charged for extra sauce, that's pretty shady :( read more

Bootsies is a new place just outside of Aggieville. It has a very cool and colorful ambiance with plants and cool wall designs. I got the Mortadella Pizza and it tasted good and looked great. I wish the Pizza was a little bit more well-done, but overall a 7.1 pie. You definitely have to get the Fried Burrata it was amazing. Overall solid spot, 4 Stars. read more

Bootsies - Mortadella Pizza - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

Yummm! Service was amazing (thanks Vivian!), food was fast and delicious, and ambiance was nice.

Ordered the chilaquiles they were had a vinegar taste to me. Pizza mushroom tho was good definitely smelled amazing too But okay the drinks 9/10 I would NOT recommend if u have a-little no changing table for little ones so kinda hard and asked for a kid booster not sure if they didn't have one but never brought it out read more

We love Bootsie's! The food is delicious, drinks are great & service is fantastic. The patio is the best place in the house. Highly recommend! read more

Bootsies - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

Great service and food! I highly recommended the hummus and prime rib Po'zo. We've been a couple times now and have not been disappointed.

My sister and I had a fantastic lunch at Bootsies. I had the mushroom Po'zo and she had the fried chicken po'zo-they were both amazing-and the fries were delicious too! Ava was our server and she couldn't have been more attentive and helpful-as was the rest of the staff we met. Such a creative and elective menu-we can't wait to go back and try something else! read more

Great food, great atmosphere and great service. Would definitely eat here again next time we're back in town

Super cute place, great food and drinks, and helpful friendly wait staff. Stopped in for early dinner, since we heard this place is hopping, and were seated outside in their covered, open-aired dining room. Such a fun place with colorful tiled walls, comfy cushioned benches, beautiful hanging lamps, and tons of fans for hot days (heaters for cold). Food was great - complex flavors and fresh ingredients. We had a layered hummus appetizer, sweet and tangy tomato fruit salad, and the daily special pulled jerk chicken pozon. Waiter made an off the menu fauxjito that was amazing. Everything was yummy! Going back later for their gooey cake! read more

Bootsies - Gooey Cake - Italian Near Me - Manhattan, Kansas

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Nice location in Aggieville with a unique menu and atmosphere. The service was spot on! Recommend!

The drinks and the food are amazing. Mallory and Kristen were so attentive . Ambiance is so cool! Highly recommend the espresso martinis and the smash burger with goat cheese aeoli ! Literally the best I've tasted! Thanks for a great time! read more

Dined in today (10/25/2025) and had an amazing experience. Food was great and service (Dawson) was on point. Loved the menu that we ordered more to go. Highly recommend. read more

Good atmosphere, good drinks, good service and a unique menu with an awesome patio and location.

Food was great, had the meatballs, prime rib pozo, and wonton salad. Was awesome. Great tunes as well, a lot of tribe called quest, love it. read more

Went with my wife and 2 year old. everyone loved it. The restaurant look great. Strong recommend

Great food, great atmosphere, great service! Unique menu. All items were delicious.

The food is amazing, the restaurant decor and atmosphere have a cool vibe, not to mention the staff is wonderful. Definitely a must visit!

Everyone needs to try Bootsies!! The waitress Ava and Bryce are the best! Now, the food is the fantastic and we will always come back!!!

Food was cold and poorly cooked. Does not compare to other restaurants in Aggieville.

Exceeds all expectations. No notes. I was in town for a conference at the hotel across the street and saw the steak frites on the menu so I ordered online to pick up. The food was incredible. So much so I went back the next night to eat at the bar. the atmosphere is great. TVs at the bar to see the game and good music selection as well. The staff really blew me away. The were so professional and kind. The vibes are great - cant recommend enough read more

Just moved my son this week to KSU for his clinical rotations for Vet School. We went twice to this place. Great menu and staff!