A true hidden gem in Kansas…read more The menu brings a vintage Route 66 vibe with a classic Kansas twist that makes the whole experience feel nostalgic in the best way. Everything is made fresh to order, so don't expect a quick in-and-out meal unless you call ahead. The wait is part of the process, and honestly, it shows in the quality. If you are vegan or vegetarian, there are a few things to be aware of. The menu can be a bit misleading. The grill top and utensils are shared with meat, and all fried food is cooked in beef tallow. That means fried items are not vegan or vegetarian. If cross contamination is a concern, I recommend letting the staff know so they can change gloves and sticking with options like a salad without meat toppings. The staff was extremely friendly and happy to answer questions, which made navigating the menu much easier. I didn't notice a microwave, and it was pretty busy during my visit, but it might be worth asking if the black bean or vegan patty can be prepared separately. There are gluten free and keto options on the menu. Others in my group really enjoyed their meals, and my salad was fresh presented well. I would definitely come back. I just wish there were more clearly food prepseparated options for vegetarian and vegan dishes so more people could fully enjoy what they offer. OH and if you dare, there is a food challenge with their habanero sauce!

We stopped at Do-B's on our way to Prairie National Reserve and it lived up to my expectations…read more It's on a quiet street in Emporia and has a lot of food choices, from fish to wraps to burgers etc. It's also one of the highest rated restaurants in the area and I can definitely see why. The place gave me a fast casual eatery vibe but also a little feel of grandma's house because of this small glass showcase they had with some items in it. All food items are priced decently. I got the blackened fish with rice and fries and my husband got the Hornet Burger with fries. Both dishes were really good. The fish was cooked just right, moist and seasoned really well. The burger was also done perfectly with a juicy tasty patty. Fries were fresh and crispy...cherry on top!! Service was quick and the staff was very sweet. The restaurant was also very clean. They even have some of their own sauces and salsas for sale, plus some grab-and-go options which is nice and convenient especially for college students. Note - they also have a Do-B's reaper burger challenge which sounds fascinating. However, I don't ever think i will be able to try it ever Haha. To conclude - 5/5 for me.

There's nowhere else in Kansas to get a burger this good! I've been patronizing it exclusively…read moresince the 80's after trying other places. I give new places a chance, but eventually concluded, Why bother!? The service is super friendly -- after a few visits, they'll know you by name. It's always packed when I go, so I order ahead, and if a seat happens to open up, I enjoy mixing with everyone. The locals know it's the best! And the staff makes sure your meal ends on an upbeat note with a free soft serve. It's the "Cheers" of burger joints!

In town for a few days and gave J's Carry Out a try and boy are we glad we did. We arrived during…read morethe lunch rush and they were pretty crowded but even so the staff was super friendly and attentive. Our food came out quickly and was hot and delicious. Menu has something for everyone. Drink refills are plentiful and everyone got a free ice cream cone at the end of our meal!

I have passed by this place several times without having the chance to stop and eat. When I asked…read morewhere a good place to eat was I was directed to check Marilynn's Place out. I am glad I did! Stopping in for lunch I ordered the special which was a pork tenderloin sandwich, fries and a drink for less than what I would have normally spend at a fast food place. The staff was super nice and great with anything I needed. Food came out quickly, the pork tenderloin was a good size with a good size amount of fries. They have a pie cabinet when you first walk in the door, I asked to verify and these pies are all made in house. I went with the Lemon Meringue which is one of my favorites and It was SO GOOD!! The have a lot of different flavor options. The food menu had a list of Breakfast, sandwiches and dinner, so there are a lot of different options. Everything I ate was delicious and it was such a great little old fashion diner which I miss places like this. I will definitely going stopping in more when I am in town.

We came to the wrong side of the building and thought it might be closed so we turned around. But…read moreno, they popped out and invited us in, right through the kitchen!! It doesn't get much more "small town welcoming" than that. We ordered some appetizers, chicken tenders and cheese curds were both really good, nice and crispy. And the gravy that came with the chicken was delicious!!

One of the best burgers I've had in a long time. We were there in an off time and they were still…read morebusy. We'll be back.

Doing the Kansas Top 10 burger tour and this place was #9. Very neat nostalgic place and the entire…read morestaff was very friendly. Ordered the Big D with American cheese and standard toppings. It's a good size burger with great flavor and a great bun. Good sear on the meat with a good flavor. The fries were very good. After 3 stops, I have them at #2 ahead of #7 on the list. I'll be stopping in again when in the area.

The burger, meat, was flavorless and wait staff was mostly unfriendly. Not impressed .read more

Great service, food was awesome! I love the atmosphere of a local "hangout". I always bring my out…read moreof town friends/family here and everyone loves it!

The food is fantastic, but not worth how much it is. The burgers are very expensive and they do not…read morecome with a side. If you would like a side - you have to order it separately. We have had great customer service and some not so great customer service. The ambiance is fun (with great music) however if you don't like tight spaces this might not be the place for you! If you need a suggestion for something to eat get the poutine fries or truffle fries and either the classic burger or the fun guy burger! Could not suggest these enough!

Incredible food! Came on a recommendation for a colleague of mine. Great selection of burgers…read moreavailable. I had a standard classic with American, bacon and a fried egg. They have a chipotle cocoa ketchup, which is unexplainable on how good it is. Great service and lots of seating.

We stopped here twice recently while driving through to Oklahoma. First time, Butterfinger Shake…read more(or whatever they call it) and a Root Beer float. Mine was the float. It wasn't bad, it wasn't great. The brand of root beer probably to blame. Coming back home, we stopped again. Same Butterfinger Shake, but this time I wanted something with chocolate in it and ended up with a medium Cherry Mudslide. First, I can't imagine getting a larger (although I probably will next time haha) because the medium is pretty big considering how much toppings are included. It was probably the best ice cream treat I've ever had. I seriously might have to drive back to Spangles to get it again (probably not, but definitely will find Spangles when I'm out and about again and order the same thing). One star off for how messy it was when it was handed to me. I'm in a car with all this goop flowing out because the put the lid on with cherries and stuff on the rim of the cup. I ended up basically making a diaper out of 100 napkins to protect myself and the car.

Loved this place! The service was awesome and the food was…read morereally good . I got a combo for $11.49, and it was more than enough for one adult -- such a great deal . I tried the Minute Maid lemonade , and it was super fresh and delicious. The restaurant was very clean, including the restrooms , which is a big plus . And the ice cream was amazing ! Definitely a 5‑star experience and I'll be coming back

Super nice place selling just about any meat you are looking for! Lots of seasonings & snack items…read more The owner is very knowledgeable & super nice. Great small business

Awesome meat store in small town Kansas. Stopped in on the way back from Flint Hills day trip. Two…read morevery nice ladies working inside that took the sanitizing very seriously and both were masked as were we. There was a huge selection of steaks, chops, ground meats and several types of sausages. We bought some polish and pepper jack sausages and some ground steak burger. I can't wait to grill. Prices were very reasonable. Definitely check it out.

This was amazing. Found it after our first choice was a washout and couldn't have been happier. The…read morepizza we order was light and fresh and the radius salad was huge. Our server was very attentive. Not many NA options but they were game to concoct what ever I wanted.

This place was amazing. I did a beer flight and leaned towards the lighter beers this time in terms…read moreof favorites. The sweet and spicy chicken sandwich was delicious but it was actually the broccoli salad that blew me away, which are words I never thought I'd say. My wife enjoyed her blackberry salad and we shared a porter crème brûlée!! Our waiter Corbin was awesome and overall it was just a good experience and we look forward to coming back whenever we're in Emporia!

I lived in the area for about three months and ate here perhaps four or five times. I was never…read moredisappointed. The service was always friendly and fast. I tried something different each time. Was not impressed by the pizza burger. It wasn't bad, but it didn't taste like pizza at all. The other burgers I tried were awesome. I think I was most impressed with the sides, though. Anything fried, whether it be onion rings, tater tots, or fried mushrooms, was always perfect. And I mean PERFECT. I don't know what the secret is, but the batter never fell off my mushrooms or was soggy in any way. I love the fact that this is family owned since the 50s and operated out of an old trailer, like the old-timey 50s diners you see in movies. It's cute and quaint. But they only have a few booths, so don't expect large group seating.

Fantastic! Please support this family business. Stopped here for lunch on our way through town and…read morereceived a very warm welcome, excellent menu recommendations, and very quick service. And let's not forget the food! The club burger was a combination I've never tried before and it was wonderful. It was cooked and seasoned perfectly and tasted just as good as, if not better, than the $18 "gourmet" wagyu burger I had the day before. Might be the first time I chose to finish my burger rather than my tater tots. Wishing them much success in the future (and wishing we lived closer!).