This place is one of our favorites in Wichita. Especially for pancakes or waffles. And no matter which server you get, they are always super charming and personable. The atmosphere makes me feel like I'm in New England, but the staff treat me like I'm in Grandma's kitchen. When you go, go on a weekday morning, definitely not at the Sunday Brunch hour. This place gets packed and loud, especially with the tables being so snuggled together, and parking is limited. Nevertheless, it's well worth the visit! And go back if you can! read more

Excellent basic food. Wide variety with daily specials that are excellent as well. My go to is the half beacon Can't go wrong eating here read more

I stopped in to the Beacon for breakfast and experienced an good tasting meal at a reasonable price. The restaurant is small in size snuggle in-between other businesses. However, there was plenty of elbow room for me to enjoy my visit with a friend read more

Wonderful place for breakfast. Have been going there for years on Saturday mornings. Great camaraderie with the customers, we're like old friends. All of the wait staff is great but Dana is the best. Always friendly and has your table ready before you get there. Food is delicious. Very plentiful and you don't leave hungry. read more

What a great place! So many options! Will definitely be back. Our waitress was a gem. I'd recommend sitting in the back. It was kinda warm by the front door read more

What a nice spot for breakfast. The staff is wonderful! Our waitress was so nice, down to earth and fun. Hubby had the chicken fried steak and loved it. I didn't try it because I was too busy tearing up my BLT and fries. The fries were crispy and salted to perfection. There was a decent amount of bacon on my sandwich which had a perfect smoky flavor. I'm already planning to come again on my next trip to Wichita! read more

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Ah, The Beacon--a place that promises to guide hungry sailors to a warm meal, instead leaves you a little confused, like finding a food in your sock drawer--totally unexpected, probably not where it belongs, but somehow... not mad about it? Let's start with the shining light: Dana, the server. She was a real lighthouse in the storm--bright, steady, and the only thing keeping this place from sinking into total chaos. She was friendly, fast, and somehow unfazed by it all. The food? Surprisingly solid! Like, "Mom made this after church" good. The coffee? That coffee didn't wake me up--it interrogated me. If I had just judged it on Dana and the breakfast alone, I'd be leaving five stars and a heartfelt haiku. But alas, the tide turned. No chicken for the chicken and waffles... No cinnamon rolls. Which begs the question: what exactly is The Beacon shining on if not cinnamon rolls? The floor was so gritty it felt like we'd be exfoliated by the time we reached our table. And speaking of tables--we seated ourselves because apparently the host was lost at sea. And the bathroom? Let's just say it didn't pass the vibe check. Think: Alcatraz meets 7/11 bathroom. Still, The Beacon has charm--like a slightly haunted nautical museum that serves bacon. Would I come back? Maybe. Would I bring a flashlight, hand sanitizer, and emotional support? Definitely. read more

Beacon Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

My 16 year old tore up the breakfast shoe this morning. We love The Beacon. It's a Wichita staple. The service is always consistent. Friendly staff, efficient, reliable- we love it!! The environment is welcoming and comfortable!! read more

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Food was good, nice size portions. Our waitress was great. The location was super busy but the service was still superb. Even though the place was packed we did not have to wait to be seated, to order, or to get our food. Wouldn't recommend the country potatoes but my husband liked them so ‍. Love all the lighthouses showcased around the restaurant. It definitely gave the affiliation to the restaurant name. We will definitely not hesitate to return here if we are back in town! Sorry forgot to take pictures but I got to beacon traditional; definitely recommend! My daughter had the cheeseburger . She enjoyed it but would definitely have preferred fries instead of the country potatoes. My husband order the breakfast chicken fried steak breakfast. Next time we'll try the chicken fried chicken instead. The table next to us had the chicken and waffles..... it looked AMAZING Overall review.... We recommend this restaurant!! read more

I've lived here all my 67 years, and have eaten at The Beacon lots of times. This morning I ate breakfast here. Something has changed. The only thing hot was scrambled eggs and ham. Country potatoes & biscuits/gravy barely even warm. Husbands hash browns had a disgusting taste to them. I'm going to be calling the owner this week to find out what has changed. read more

Beacon Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

The food tasted bland, and all I could taste in the sandwich was the bun and the fried potatoes, they looked very unappealing for how expensive they were. I expected more, and I was disappointed. read more

Food was good! Service was outstanding. Our waitress was the best ever. Very chill and comfortable setting. read more

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I had a veggie omelette it was very good, nice and fluffy with hash browns and biscuit, Definitely recommend. My boyfriend got Biscuit and gravy with hash browns, he said he loves it, biscuit's are really soft and I had a bit the biscuits and gravy are very good. Very nice server Will be back. read more

Stopped by on a weekday after the lunch crowd to have an extremely late breakfast/brunch meal. We were greeted and seated promptly and ordered within 5 minutes. The waitstaff wasn't the friendliest compared to some other similar spots in Wichita, but because I live in NYC, that didn't bother me. We ordered an egg breakfast, which the waitress helped me to choose since I am vegetarian, and my boyfriend had an egg, ham, English muffin breakfast. Both were served with hash browns. The serving size was nice; our coffee was always refilled. Overall, it was a nice experience for authentic diner. read more

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if you've never been, you have to go. Their food is phenomenal. The prices are great. It's been in Wichita for years. My favorite place to go for breakfast. read more

First time here and I've lived in the area all my life. Should've came sooner! Was busy but seated quickly. Very attentive staff. Food came quickly. Nice and hot. My favorite breakfast any where is B&G and theirs is at the top of my list now. Very reasonable prices. Definitely be back! read more

Beacon Restaurant - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Great food, best hash browns in Wichita! Love the Beacon Traditional. Great atmosphere and vibe. An asset to the community.

I definitely would visit this restaurant again. the burrito that the ordered was very flavorful and filling. I would order this again but switch up on the potatoes. The potatoes did not taste very good to me, unfortunately. The bacon cheeseburger tasted great for a burger! I was a huge fan of the fries they served with it. I think this place gives big servings for not a high price. The service was great. The server was very friendly and attentive. I would recommend trying this place out! they have lots of great options for either breakfast or lunch! read more

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My food was delicious. The service was great. I had not been there in a while l, but I had some time in between appointments to try it out.

Lived in Wichita most of my life and had never tried Beacon. Great food, quick service! We'll definitely be back to visit.

I was satisfied with my experience. Food was great, I had the veggie omelet. Hashbrowns were cooked the way I like (crispy). Coffee was hot and my cup stayed full. Excellent service. I also enjoyed the vintage decor vibe. read more

I had occasion to live in Wichita Kansas for a period of time. One of the charms and redeeming qualities of the city is, lack of pretense. It's like going back in time. Everything is simpler,less expensive and easy. That includes alot of diners where you feel like you've stepped back in time. The Beacon serves up basic breakfast for unbelievably reasonable prices. I'd put there food up against any I've ever had. Hope they are fairing well during the pandemic. read more

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The Beacon was one of the first restaurants I visited when I moved to Kansas. The hometown vibe and food were comforting.

My wife and I stopped in on a Saturday late morning for breakfast. It was busy but we were seated right away. The service was prompt and courteous with everyone helping each other out. The food was very good and we both tried something "non traditional". The ambiance is average diner style, not fancy, but nice and clean. We would definitely try again if we find ourselves in Wichita. read more

Beacon Restaurant - Traditional Beacon Breakfast on the left and Breakfast Shoe on the right - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

One of the few old school diners left in Wichita is a great place to eat breakfast or lunch downtown. The food is good, the portions are filling and the prices are very fair. read more

Service was excellent, food was delicious with good portions, hot coffee, reasonable prices. Parking kinda a pain, it's a super small lot - but once we found a place to park we had a great experience! read more

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I've been here a few times and the meal is always good. Our waitress was very attentive and helpful, I loved my holiday hot chocolate she made me.. it was so good!! I ordered a veggie Omelette and it wasn't bad it was just ok. They put too much cheese in it for me. And the veggies weren't really cooked in the way that I like but it wasn't bad. The seasoned potatoes were really good and the biscuit was soft... when it Witchita I will for sure come back!! read more

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Time warp please. I love The Beacon. It's a bit dated, but that is the appeal. First of all....this is comfort food. If that isn't your vibe, this isn't your place. If it is your vibe, you'll feel right at home. All the menu choices you'd expect from a comfort food style stop. Service has always been top notch. Drinks and coffee are never empty. Parking can be a bit tricky, but it's worth your patience. read more

I would probably come back by myself, but not with my investment group or meet friends and family at yhis restaurant. They will not seat you until the entire group has arrived. The food is good and I really liked our server. The coffee had a bitter chemical taste. I will never order coffee here again. Parking is a nightmare, however, parking is a nightmare everywhere downtown. read more

Loved the staff. they were very nice and took care of us nicely. I love the feeling of the place and feels very comfy to eat. I ordered the horse shoe breakfast and had them substitute some things and our waitress was more than happy to tell the cooks in the back. Our food tasted amazing and though it reminds me of ihop, their food is 100 x better than ihop. definitely recommend giving this place a try. It is kind of a hole in the wall but shouldn't have a problem finding it in maps. hope to come back soon! read more

Beacon Restaurant - the horseshoe to the left - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

I'm honestly not sure how or why I haven't "Yelped" The Beacon before now. We've been eating here for the past 9 years every time we go visit one of our daughters in Wichita. It's high time I share my thoughts about this Wichita GEM. With regard to the food, I'm a BIG FAN of "The Shoe," a breakfast "stack" that starts with Texas toast (I usually have them sub in a biscuit instead), hash browns, crispy bacon (I suppose one could probably get sausage instead, but why?! Because... well... bacon!), and 2 eggs (I always choose over medium!), all piled up and smothered in cream gravy. It looks like a hot mess, but it's AMAZING. My bride most often orders a standard breakfast with 2 eggs, potatoes, sausage, and toast or a biscuit. My daughters, on the other hand, tend to be more adventurous, having tried almost all the breakfast items on the menu. There is almost always at least one pancake on the table, and the Breakfast Burrito is a big favorite for them. But, while the food is consistently good, the thing that makes this one of our favorite spots is what I'll call "The Beacon Experience." From the time you arrive at their small building near the downtown area and check in with the hostess, you'll see ZERO pretense. There is NOTHING fancy about this place; in fact, it's quite the opposite. For example, when we were here this past weekend I found myself drinking my coffee, chatting with my girls, and smiling because there are white wires (Telephone? Internet? Who knows?!) tacked messily against a back wall covered in dark red faux brick. It felt EXACTLY like something I would have seen in my small Southeast Texas hometown. Everything about it was, to quote Goldilocks, "Just right..." Every time we have the opportunity to go to The Beacon I can be sure of three things: 1. The food will be GREAT, 2. I'll over tip our server because we've talked and LAUGHED with her the whole time we've been there, and 3. We'll drive away talking about how much we love this place. If you find yourself in Wichita, KS, do yourself a favor and stop in. You'll be glad you did. read more

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This restaurant is located downtown Wichita near Old Town. If you are from Wichita you have probably past the Beacon Restaurant over a dozen times but didn't realize it was there. We tried the restaurant for breakfast and we thoroughly enjoyed our dinning experience. We ordered breakfast and had a variety of menu items that included biscuits and gravy, omelette, chicken fried steak and a breakfast burrito. All breakfast items had amazing flavor and were cooked perfectly. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. This restaurant is setup like an old school dinner, so do not expect an upscale decor, but the breakfast hands down is the best in Wichita. I highly recommend the Beacon Restaurant. read more

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Food is delicious. Everything was fantastic. Serving sizes are above average. Friend got the cinnamon roll and it is huge - appetizer size for sharing. Service is average, but Jackie is fantastic- ask for Jackie! She has a great sense of humor and does well. Ambiance is lacking; it's old and not nostalgic, very basic, but decent. You definitely go for the food! read more

The breakfast at the Beacon is excellent. The French toast/egg combo with bacon is a great start to the day. I added a side of hash browns to complete the meal. The last time I passed by mid-morning on a weekend there was a line out the door. This is one of the really good diners that serves breakfast anytime. read more

Beacon Restaurant - French Toast combo with a side of hash browns. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

You get what you pay for and come out full. the food was amazing. Great customer service and family friendly. Will come back again.

Visiting from California and we found this place on Yelp. It is delicious. My daughter said it's the best waffle she has ever had. Best bacon ever!!! So good we came back for breakfast again the next day. Service was great and everyone was super friendly. Would like to see them get new benches or have them recovered. read more

Beacon Restaurant - Best bacon ever. Ask for it to be deep fried. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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Breakfast for 2. I had The Shoe she had The Traditional Beacon. Service was prompt and efficient. Retro atmosphere was enjoyable. 1st rate eatery. Testament to Old downtown Wichita. read more

Came here for brunch on a Saturday around 11AM. Place was packed, we were seated promptly. I got a cinnamon roll (which isn't on the menu but friend told me about it), and it was huge! It was also extremely sweet and buttery, so much so that I decided to get a savory dish to balance out the sweet. I got hash browns, and they were crispy and hot when they came out, delicious! Put some pepper, salt, and ketchup and they were great. Prices were ridiculously low, both items came out to be around $6 post-tax. What?! Wow. Employees were friendly too, service was okay. Paid at the counter after eating. read more

Classic dinner food, price, and atmosphere. Great place to enjoy breakfast all day! The staff was super attentive and polite! Easily accessible and plenty of surrounding parking! read more

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Pretty basic breakfast at a good price. This place has been around for a very long time, so they have to be doing something right. I had the chicken fried steak breakfast. The steak is what I remember as traditional from growing up, a breaded cubed steak. Fork tender and easy to cut. We'll seasoned and the gravy was thick and not heavily peppered. My wife had the game and eggs. The ham was pretty thin and a little burnt. She wasn't as thrilled with her meal as I was with mine, those the 3 stars instead of 4. The hash browns were good. The toast was a little over toasted. Coffee was on the strong side but not over powering. The building is old. Think throwback to the 1950's. It's clean inside but not visually stunning. Has the old time diner look to it with sort of a divey feel. If you want a really good basic breakfast with great service and prices that won't set you back, this is a great choice. read more