It was Thanksgiving Day, and after hours of driving through Kansas on our way back to Phoenix, my…read morehusband and I discovered something very important: Absolutely *everything* was closed. Well... almost everything. =) This little restaurant was one of the only places we could find open, and by the time we arrived, it was obvious the manager and his small crew were already preparing themselves for the tidal wave of hungry travelers that was about to descend upon them. And honestly, I have to give them tremendous credit. While most people were home gathered around tables with family, turkey, and pumpkin pie, this small group of hardworking people had chosen to spend their Thanksgiving feeding complete strangers passing through town. One of the staff members helping was the manager's daughter, and despite the growing crowd and nonstop activity, everyone maintained such genuinely positive attitudes that the entire place felt unexpectedly uplifting. The manager himself took time to speak with us and shared how grateful he was for the kindness and generosity shown by the owners of the establishment. There was something deeply sincere and humble about the conversation that stayed with me long after we left. It reminded me that there are still genuinely good-hearted people out there quietly doing the right thing without fanfare. As for the food, we kept things simple -- burgers, fries, and onion rings. Nothing particularly fancy, but perfectly passable for a Thanksgiving travel lunch. But honestly, the food was not what made this stop memorable. It was the spirit of the place. Kansas is often considered part of the American heartland, and sitting there on Thanksgiving Day watching exhausted travelers, hardworking employees, and grateful customers all crossing paths together somehow felt like a small glimpse into the kindness and resilience that still exists quietly across the country. By the time we got back on the road, I found myself oddly thankful we had stopped there at all. Sometimes the places you remember most are not the luxurious ones. Sometimes they are simply the places that made you feel welcomed when you needed it most.

Top notch across the board. Super friendly behind the corner. Very fast service. Excellent food…read more I had the grilled chicken pita with fries, including the free ranch seasoning on the fries. Awesome. Clean facility, including the restrooms. Comfortable seating area. Sammy the manager came out to the eating area to make sure everyone in the dining room was enjoying their meal. Even sole good conversation. I'll definitely be back again. Excellent experience and highly recommended.

While driving through Kansas, we can't wait to reach Tucson's Steakhouse for dinner. The Arizona…read morespring rolls are amazing! We enjoyed the Cobb salad with tender sliced steak. So delicious- and quite a value, too. Our waiter, Lisa, was so friendly and attentive. It just doesn't get any better than the quality food and service at Tucson's!

Great food and great service. Steaks were cooked to perfection! Will be coming back again. Our…read morewaiter Joseph was very friendly and very good at his job!!

TL; DR Neighborhood bar and grill…read more Clean and cool local spot at Salina 5 miles S of I-70. Good food and low prices. 4:00 p.m. on Friday, 5/30/25 The day crew was just thinning out and shift changing. I sat at the bar. Fair beer selection, and mixed drinks. Average bar seating, plenty of tables with a couple of pool tables, quick and friendly service. Everybody seemed friendly and willing to visit or leave you be. I was treated like a regular pretty quickly; I started a tab and the bartender called me by my name every time she refilled my glass. Wings Buffalo style were good. Hot from the fryer, crispy, sauce was Frank's based. No celery. Burger was served on thick sliced, grilled Italian-style bread and put properly together, not deconstructed. Patty appeared to be 1/4 lb and premade but pretty good; decent pickle, red onion, and hand sliced tomato. Better than average waffle fries, seasoned, and prepared by somebody who cared about the food. 7/10. TouchTunes jukebox. A few screens with ballsports on 'em. TV keno. Typical neighborhood spot with above-average service.

service was super great besides a very high pitch squeaking coming from somewhere had one drink and…read morehad to leave because of that

We were trying to find a quick place to eat before hitting the road south. This place was just…read moreokay. My team wanted the Queso as a starter which truly I did not care for, didn't particularly care for the flavor. I chose the Street Tacos and I found them to be very good. Chips & salsa were okay, I did like the fact that I got my own bottle of salsa! Since we were just passing through the area I seriously doubt that we can make a return visit. Over all it was a good stop for lunch!

First place I visited after I relocated to Salina. Been there a few times with other work people…read moreand never had a bad experience. Staff have always been super friendly and accommodating. Food is pretty good for the Midwest. Perfect balance of flavor and spice.

We love everything we have ever tried at Hickory Hut …read more Our favorite is the brisket sandwich with baked beans ! Frosted brownies for dessert. We carry it out and warm it up for dinner that evening. Delicious! Hickory Hut !

Overall, it was a great meal. Service was very friendly, and food was delivered quickly. The only…read moreissue that I had was that the brisket was chopped and traditionally it should always be served slices. I would recommend and would come back.

This place was a perfect 10!…read more The employees were friendly & helpful--and paid extra care walking through restaurant to make sure guests had all they needed. Food was FRESH and portions had plenty--a large variety of options. Clean! Tables, floors, counters, restrooms--a very pleasant environment.

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We thoroughly enjoyed our delicious meal at YaYas last night and especially appreciated the…read morefriendly staff. Our server Jacob was entertaining, funny, and very knowledgeable about the wine menu and how the various dishes were prepared. Sarah, one of the managers, spent a good amount of time sharing the history of Salina with us since we are from out-of-town.

What a beautiful gem right in the plains of Kansas, you find this great restaurant and really cute…read moretown of Salina, Kansas. I travel for work so I'm always checking out new spots in love trying new places. They offer outside patio and inside dining as well as bar seating. The restaurant is very clean on the outside the inside and the surrounding areas. The bathrooms were very clean. They have table cloths that are changed after each customer. The decor is welcoming and feels fancy. My server was very sweet. She was kind. She explained everything. She offered her suggestions when I asked for advice, but she did also have her own recommendations, which I appreciated. She was an attentive to my needs. She also just converse with me as a regular person which I enjoyed. It wasn't just about the menu. The food was great. I had a side salad, my main course was a fillet with mashed potatoes and asparagus, and I tried the butter cake. To drink I got the pear mule with cinnamon. No complaints whatsoever. The salad was the freshest salad. I've had in a while, and I love the fact that it was not out of a bag.. the fillet was perfect. The mashed potatoes were perfect and dessert. The butter cake was phenomenal. My short visit here in Salina Kansas has been great and I thoroughly enjoyed eating at this great restaurant in a small town.

Food is delicious . The service is top tier and the seafood vibe is on point …read more Do your self a favor and get some good eats

Friendly staff and quick service. The salsa was ok, it had more of a tomato flavor than spice. The…read moretacos and enchiladas were great.

Yet another great experience at this Longhorn in Salina, KS. Stopped here for dinner on our way…read moreback to Denver. Longhorn's never disappoint me and this one was no exception.... delicious steaks, refreshing drinks, nice atmosphere, and friendly staff. And, on top of all that, their prices, while not "cheap" are very reasonable for what you get. We'll be back for sure

Service is usually good. They are extremely busy at noon. We usually stop in after 1pm.read more