I go to the Outpost quite often and I have never had a bad experience. The food is always good the…read moreemployees are always nice and friendly and the atmosphere is nice. Highly recommend this restaurant.

Service is slow. Took waitress 10 minutes to acknowledge me than asked if I needed anything. Duh! I…read moreneed to order!!

Buffet Tu,Fr, Sun Very fresh at 11:15. Everything very good…read moreexcept fried green beans. Overcooked, tough. Price reasonable. Service good. Senior discount.

Food was bland and cold. Table was dirty and tippy. Here for lunch buffet on a Friday. We won't be…read moreback.

The Barn's chicken fried steak is legendary, but it's only one of many excellent choices. They do…read morea superb job with group dinners; just let them know in advance. Nothing beats the ambiance --you're dining in a bright, sparkling clean "barn" with a see-through silo and lots of farm equipment. Dining at this restaurant is truly fun --with delicious food and a delightful staff.

There service and food are the best! There chicken fried steak is the best in this area.read more

I'm going to admit, I was apprehensive to eat here. I sat in the car with my husband trying to…read moreconvince him that a 45 minute drive to Wichita really wasn't that bad. He wanted a burger so he said here or Braum's...so here it was. We walked in, and there is a bar room and an eating room. We sat in the dining area, the fireplace on one wall is really aesthetic, otherwise it's a quaint, clean, hole-in-the-wall establishment... motorcycle parking up front (wish we'd brought our bikes). Hubby ordered a beer, it arrived in a frosty cold mug, just like he likes it. Also, as per tradition, fried mushrooms. As for food, he got a cheeseburger with seasoned fries and I got wings(enough to share) in mild sauce and sweet potato fries with sea salt. Our server was also the one preparing the food, he wore gloves, he worked quick, and was friendly. The workers talk to you like you're their neighbor, and everyone seems in a pretty good mood. Now on to the food...I am often jealous of my husband's selection, this is no exception. His burger looked like something your dad makes for Memorial Day, family picnics, and the 4th of July. It is thick and juicy, and I'd like to tell you that it tasted as good, but honestly, my husband didn't share. LOL He says I only needed to ask. I did try the fries, seasoned is DEFINITELY the way to go! YUM! HOWEVER, my wings were not missing a beat, they were delicious, fresh, and the sauce was super good. My sweet potato fries were excellent. The best part, with appetizer, three beers, and both our dinners, we still got out of there for less than $40. Overall, would definitely go back, very pleased with service, food, cleanliness, and cost. I definitely recommend you stop in.

Very nice atmosphere. Make you fell at home day or night. Food is good, always adding new things to…read morethe menu. Cheese fries are the best in town. Will be back.

Haven't eaten there for a few months. Went on Sunday. No waiting. Two months ago 30 minute wait…read more Left without eating Menu changed a lot. No pork tenderloin sandwich now. It was exquisite. Was our favorite menu item. French fries now much better than before. Cole slaw much improved. No draw beer. No cold mug. Fried shrimp outstanding. Cod still very good. Better service than before.

We had a really enjoyable time here. The atmosphere is relaxed and there's plenty to do with lots…read moreof pickleball and volleyball courts. The food was decent bar food nothing fancy, but it came out warm and quickly. The drinks were a little on the weak side, but it wasn't a dealbreaker. One thing to note: if you have kids, try to keep them out of the sand area if they aren't playing volleyball the managers weren't too happy about that. There's a small pond nearby that attracts frogs, and our kids had a blast chasing them around the patio.The location is super convenient, especially being so close to the water park and baseball fields. Overall, a fun and family-friendly place to spend an afternoon or evening.

From the moment we walked in the door the staff was very kind told us it would be about a 20 minute…read morewait however we only waited about 5 minutes. The young lady that sat us down was super sweet and our waitress top notch!! Ariella hopefully I spelled her name right was all over making sure we had refills if we wanted food and drinks were great.. I truly loved all the staff they were all doing and amazing job! Hubby and I will for sure go back!! Pat yourselves on the back you all were great!! Ariella I wish more waitresses were like you!! Thank you all for a great night!!

The service was absolutely amazing. Top tier. I had the Funtini Cherry Limeade drink. Hit the spot…read more They brought 2 of their muffins and both were delicious. I ordered the Steakhouse sandwich and it comes with fries. Very very good. The ambience was really awesome. Nice place for a date night. I will be going back.

We loved everything we ordered. The burgers seem to be fresh ground beef and not frozen patties…read more The fried okra and fried mushrooms were delicious and I love that you can choose those as a side instead of fries. We will definitely be back.

Excellent food. Always fresh. $7.99 specials. Buy 6 and 7th free…read more Club sandwich is awesome. Chicken strips best anywhere.

Carolyn's Essenhaus is a true gem on the Kansas prairie. Located just southwest of Salina along…read moreState Highway 61, it's well worth a stop at almost any time of day. They're open from 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Monday, Thursday, and Friday, and until 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday and Saturday. They're closed on Sundays. After a long day on the road traveling from Las Cruces, New Mexico, to Salina, Kansas, we arrived around 6:00 p.m. on a Monday evening. We were more than ready for a break. We had found Carolyn's Essenhaus on Yelp, and from the photos and reviews, it looked like just the kind of place we were hoping to find. Inside, the restaurant was much larger than we expected. The dining room was filled with local artwork, charming Kansas memorabilia, comfortable tables and booths, and a classic salad bar prominently displayed in the center. Table service was friendly, warm, and welcoming--like enjoying dinner in your grandmother's kitchen. My wife ordered the chopped steak topped with cheese and grilled onions, served with green beans and sweet potato fries. I chose one of the local favorites, essentially a hearty patty melt featuring a grilled burger, grilled onions, and a thick slice of grilled ham. Both entrées were excellent, but the real star of the meal was the salad bar--especially if you appreciate an old-fashioned, homemade selection. It instantly reminded me of family potlucks with all my aunts and uncles. There was macaroni salad, cottage cheese, potato salad, broccoli raisin salad, a sweet and creamy chopped cucumber salad, and plenty of other homemade favorites. It was so good that I went back for a second small plate and happily told our server to charge me for the extra trip. To finish the meal, we couldn't resist taking two slices of their homemade coconut cream pie to go. It was every bit as delicious as the rest of the meal. Before heading out, we picked up a few of their homemade cookies from the front counter, paid what we thought was a very reasonable bill, and continued our journey with full stomachs and smiles. If your travels ever take you near Arlington, Kansas, do yourself a favor and make time for Carolyn's Essenhaus. It's the kind of place that reminds you why small-town restaurants are often the most memorable stops on any road trip.

Seat yourself, waited on quickly. Hot coffee, food arrived soon and was delicious!…read more A little out of the way, but so worth the drive!!

Great food and service. I go for their calf fries. They are the only place around me within 100…read moremiles that knows how to prepare calf fries. It sounds simple enough but is an acquired art. I have not found any that can match theirs elsewhere in Kansas. I drive 1.5 hrs. just because.

Kayla was very nice and accommodating for first time guest. Chicken was really good! Flavoring was…read moreon point! Side salads were huge! Definitely be back when we pass through in November.

This place is always great. Food is made to order. The staff is always so kind. Prices are very…read morereasonable. Support local!

We weren't sure what to expect of this little place in the middle of nowhere (aka Yoder, KS), but…read moreafter checking out the nearby shops, it called to our group. Prices were more than reasonable, and they had room for our large party of 8 in the back. Counter service was polite and well staffed, and the food came out fast. Tons to choose from--burgers, sandwiches, even a fish basket. Great selection of sides, including pickle fries, which we ordered several baskets of. Everything was fresh, hot, and delicious. (Which is a feat considering the overall blandness we've discovered in our visits to KS.) Definitely recommend this place if you're in the area! We'd for sure come back. Oh! I nearly forgot to mention their insane selection of milkshakes! Soooo good.