The food was spot on. The drinks were good! Service was really on point. The views from the rooftop…read morewere great!

We recently attended National Caviar Day at the Oread in Lawrence, KS. Even though we were the only…read morereservation, the staff went above and beyond. Restaurant Manager Alex Tuckwin and Chef Ty Armstrong created a personal, unforgettable evening. Each course was beautifully prepared, each wine pairing thoughtfully chosen. The flavors, the setting, the kindness-all exceptional. I didn't know my taste buds could be so astounded! We felt welcomed, relaxed, and truly cared for. It was a five star experience in the heart of a college town. A hidden gem we'll remember for a long time. The Oread is home to two true artists-Alex Tuckwin and Ty Armstrong- and we are so grateful to have experienced their work.

I came in yesterday with my grandmother and uncle around ~2/2:30 pm and our server was just the…read moremost kind and attentive. I didn't get her name, but I know that both my grandma and uncle really appreciated it, thank you so much! We ordered the white bean hummus, fries, a cheeseburger and two pizzas, all of which were really good! I always recommend the pizza here because I think it's some of the best in town. And the atmosphere inside was really good! Everyone was having fun and enjoying themselves and that came across in the experience :--)

Such good pizza. We also went on a Thursday and did the buy two get one free. And seriously, what a…read morefricken steal!!!! The margherita was drastically better than the ricotta and greens, but to each their own. Service was chill and it was busy inside!!!

Vert interesting use of an old bank. we were seated on the third level with a view of the bottom…read moretwo floors. service was very good. The noise level made it impossible to hear our server, or any one of our 6 guests. I had the heritage pork chop which was very tough and chew. My carrots were raw covered with tasty sauce. (this made them almost impossible to cut and eat) The other 5 meals appeared to be better. I would not waste my time ever going back.

Long time Lawrence residents, and we have clearly slept on this establishment for far too long. You…read morecan feel the history of the building when you walk in. Just a super cool place and environment. Our server was also a local and was extremely knowledgeable of the menu and had all kinds of pointers for us. 10/10 experience and we will be back. Who knew Mac and cheese could be THAT good?

At first sight it was the lighting - ambience. The food was amazing and quite accommodating with my…read moregluten and dairy allergy. Food was amazing. & Service was great.

We dined in at J. Wilson's as a group of 3. The middle stone wall area was unique. I liked the…read morelooks of it. I don't know if J. Wilson's is known for their steaks. I had the medium rare bone-in ribeye for $49. It was slightly over cooked but not by much. I didn't like the taste of the rub/sauce on the steak as it tasted a little sour. I've never eaten a steak at a steakhouse with this taste. It was certainly unique. I loved the lump crab cakes though; very moist and creamy. The service was great. Our waiter was attentive and offered a free coffee cake for a birthday celebration. J. Wilson's has an average 4.3 stars on Yelp which is really good. However, the bone-in ribeye was underwhelming. I would rather pay $20-30 more for a more exceptional steak. P.S. my brother also could not finish his KC Strip.

Mixed feelings on this one. The food and drinks were genuinely great -- the quesadilla was…read moreoutstanding, the beer selection was excellent, and the salad was hearty and fresh. Our waitress was fantastic too: attentive, friendly, on top of everything all night. Where it fell apart was the patio. We were dealing with flies the entire meal -- I mentioned it more than once, and the response was basically 'yeah, we should probably do something about that.' This isn't a cheap night out, and for those prices, that's not acceptable. It's a fixable problem and it wasn't being taken seriously. Food, drinks, and service inside were all a clear win. Management needs to get the patio pest situation under control -- it undercut what would've otherwise been a great night out.

This review is for a lunch for two at the bar on a Monday in late May…read more service: Daytime bartender was good. Professional and helpful with menu. bar: It's a brewery and they have broad selection of house beer styles: lagers, wheat, porter, and IPAs. I drank their Skyz the Limit American IPA ($6.50 as of May 2026) and thought it was fine. food: wide ranging menu from flatbreads to plated entrees. There are lots of daily lunch, dinner, and happy hour specials. I had a classic burger with fries and it was OK ($17). My wife had a taco salad with shredded chicken and ground beef on the side and it was also OK ($12, since it was the daily special). details: Dramatic, soaring space with lots of signage. Plenty of surface parking right outside.

I swear for the size Lawrence is as a town it has some insane food. I went to Cellar Door Cafe to…read morecatch up with a friend and was honestly blown away by the quality of the food here. First thing to note is Cellar Door is SMALL so plan accordingly, you might not get lucky enough to get a table (we were, but we also got there early). You order at the counter and they bring out your food. I had a pastry recommended by my friend an the cauliflower wrap. I'm still dreaming of the wrap to be honest. The cauliflower was perfectly roasted, the sauce was divine, and the bread? Holy cow they clearly make it in house - so delicious. My friend sent me home with a babka which was also stellar. Can't rave about this place more - just go here if you're in the area. I can't wait to return.

A very charming little bakery just off the main drag in Lawrence. They have an impressive variety…read morein their bakery display, and it was nearly impossible to narrow my options down to the top four to buy. The baristas were great at breaking down what everything was and what their top sellers were. Every single thing I got was delicious, and a special shout out to the dill pickle bagel. nobody is doing it like she is. There's not a ton of seating in the café and they don't have Wi-Fi. Some people were still in there working on laptops (I assume from hotspots) but I would say this is a better place to come if you want a delicious baked good and a screen-free hang.

great food, great service. i had the choreezy scramble,. pickled onions were a great touch,…read morepotatoes perfectly done. she had the huevos rancheros, which she loved. try the rye toast, it's superb. they also did a really good black iced coffee, which isn't always done well. get the bacon-borracho beans, they're spectacular. our server was also excellent...just the right amount of attention, checked in but let us be, too. she also noticed my michigan pullover and teased me about our national championship. "that was a risky joke," she said. loved it.

We stopped in here during a mid-week visit to Lawrence, and had a lovely brunch!…read more We arrived a little after the lunch rush, and were seated promptly! The place is adorable, with lots of cute decorations around, and the bones of a historic building poking out in all the good ways! Our waiter was super helpful walking us through the menu, as first-timers, and also made some great recommendations! In our party of four, we tried some breakfast things, some lunch things, and even a treat from the coffee bar! ALL the food was fantastic! The chai tea latte was on the light side, which was nice on a super, SUPER hot July day! Everything was so delicious and the wait staff so helpful, I'm sure we'll be back next time we're in town! Food = 5/5 Facility = 4/5 Service = 5/5 Ambiance = 4/5 Value = 3/5

Great spot for every occasion. Dynamic menus. Helpful staff. Unique history and architectural…read morefeatures. Save room for dessert!

The food was excellent and the beer was even better! Great service at the bar and a really friendly…read morecrowd!

This place has a wonderful variety of menu items. The menu speaks for itself. I've always enjoyed…read moremy meals, no matter the time of day. Service is friendly & space festively decorated. Happy hour too!

*CELIAC / GLUTEN FREE REVIEW they still had their Christmas…read morelights up and it was ADORABLE inside. The staff were so, so kind and the food was great. We came for brunch and I got the Pabelleon arepa which was DELICIOUS; such a nice cook on the arepa and the flavor was rich - I did not, however, have the banana chips because they come from a shared fryer. The staff are knowledgeable about these risks for CC and will offer substitutes (I got a small side salad) We also ended with the chocolate tres leches - YUMMMM, all their desserts are marked GF or not in the case up front. I did not get sick!

This place slaps. It's bussin. I will write a poem of appreciation…read more Beer my dear. It's crystal clear. That I want a beer. Come on down. On this side of town. Get some nachos, Get some sauce, Get a beer that tastes like a million bucks. Friendly folks. Folksy friends. Eating under the twinkle stars, Is where you'll find me on the patio. Also shout out to that one tree that's lit up blue 365 days a year. I love that tree.

Such a cute, fun place! If you just want a beer or a cocktail or food this is great place. The…read morewaiters are super kind and always helpful. I really enjoy the outside area! The only reason I am giving it 4 stars is because I got the crab Rangoon grilled cheese and I thought it was made with imitation crab, but it was made with real crab. Unfortunately I think it was my fault but I did want you all to be aware!