A love letter to the little college town that feels like home. These are my favorite spots around Lawrence — the cozy coffee shops, delicious eats, hidden gems, and family-friendly places that make this community so special.
Whether you’re a local, a...
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Lunch
Dinner
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Breakfast
They have the best breakfast food in Lawrence! Their potato pancakes are to die for!!
The Roost
This is the perfect blend of Mexican food and breakfast food. If you need an idea of what to get, try the borrachos. They’re worth it.
Global Cafe
Try the Papas Bravas! They are the perfect savory treat. And you can't go wrong with the pie here.
Ladybird Diner
Try the salmon eggs benedict, or honestly any of the eggs benedicts. So good. You definitely won't be disappointed.
Milton's Café
Lunch
If you want a taste of New Orleans in Kansas, this place is the best go to!! Their gumbo is heavenly. Their po boys are over the top. Anything you get here is guaranteed to be fabulous.
Terrebonne Po' Boys
So thankful we've got a taste of McClains in Lawrence. Great coffee, food, and pastries!!
McLain's Market Lawrence
Brunch or dinner, this is the best spot in town for high quality food and vibes.
Merchants Pub & Plate
This is the best blend of different Latin American cuisines. You can get anything you want there and I can guarantee you it will be great.
Delicias del Sur
Dinner
This is absolutely the best Indian food in Lawrence!! Try the chicken korma or the tikka masala. You won’t be disappointed.
India Palace
Their vegan general tsos is the best thing on the menu! It just keeps making me come back for more.
Encore Asian Bistro (Encore Cafe)
All you can eat sushi?? Count me in!!
Gaia Sushi
The dumplings are bar none. It's off the beaten path, but it is so worth it.
Lucky Seb's
A bit expensive but worth it if you're looking to drop a dime on a great meal.
715 Mass
Coffee
This place should be your new go to coffee spot in Lawrence!! And while you’re there don’t forget to get an amazing pastry while you’re waiting for your coffee.
BARKER - CAFÉ AND BAKERY - Lawrence
The kindest owner in the world and some of the best coffee in Lawrence.
J&S Coffee
Great coffee. Great music. Great vibes.
The Java Break
Try any of their coffees or teas and you will leave happier than when you came in. Even their baked goods are delicious.
