ALWAYS A GREAT COFFEE STOP!…read more Starbucks is always a win! The service is consistently great , and the staff is friendly and welcoming every time . Drinks are made just right , and everything is quick and smooth . Perfect place to grab a coffee, relax, or start the day off right! Highly recommend! If you want MAX EMOJI ENERGY, a short one‑liner, or ALL CAPS with emojis, I can level it up again

Great, and quick stop. Clean joint, friendly team and efficient and prompt service…read more LOVE.LOVE.LOVE new fresh bean/grind/hot coffee brewing on demand!!!

I hope I'm reviewing the right location! I believe they are recently changed their name, dropping…read moreSchrockbier, but the signage inside the store isn't fully updated. At any rate, we were welcomed by a wonderful server, she was attentive and so nice. On a side note, she handed us the credit card machine to pay, and quickly walked away when we got to the tip screen to give us space without pressuring us. A nice reprieve in the current tipping culture:) But to the most important part - the bbq! Everything was absolutely delicious. I had chicken, husband had meatloaf. All of our side choices were so good. And they have a lovely patio too!

Workers are so nice and food was delicious and quick. Love their burnt ends and the broccoli salad…read morewas a surprise hit! Sweet and refreshing, I wish I had more than just a side of it. Would definitely come back next time I'm in Emporia!

As you know yelp Diva is a burger sandwich foodie! Sweet husband has us out enjoying road tripping…read moreI. The heartland this April. Do not miss this great little grill The service is exceptional! The food delicious and it's an immaculately kept place! First the food: we enjoyed the patty melt served on marble rye with a side of home made potato chips. A+ taste! Grilled onions made it perfect Little wide spot off the highway just north of BurlingtonKS. The ambiance is sports Bar fun with local sports memorabilia . Today was the Masters Golf Tournament. Friendly place! Not normally noted but important as we are on the road through the hills, the ladies room was clean as a whistle with cute fun signs decorating ! Well done !

So I'm not local, but we made the time for this. It made for a great reason for an out-of-the-way,…read morebeautiful Saturday afternoon road trip. If not for seeing the governor tweet about this place, I might not have known. What a shame that would've been. Snugged up against the banks of the Neosho, Riverbank Brewing is bringing solid craft beer and a great gathering destination to small town Kansas. A reclaimed building, replete with broken walls outside, houses a small brewing facility and spacious tasting room. Not a beer drinker? No worries, because Riverbank has you covered for craft cocktails, plenty of wine, and non-alcoholic choices. But if you *are* here for the beer, just know that Riverbank is dabbling in the lab and getting it done RIGHT. I sampled a kölsch called 'Thrill Hills' and picked up an IPA for the Mrs. called 'Kenny Gregory's Vertical'. If ya ain't familiar with Kenny Gregory, look him up. The kid had hops, and so does this beer. I also had a pint of the blonde ale 'Yeah Girl', a wheat-y ale with a strawberry kicker, not too fruity and sensational on the back end. The brewmasters of Riverbank clearly know their way around malt, yeast, & hops and their execution in the tasting room has equal game. There are food options, but it's not a full kitchen. Want to bring your doggo? Riverbank Brewing is dog-friendly inside and out! We loved the opportunity to enjoy a beer on a great day in a great place without having to worry about where to put our dog. Patio seating gives shade for warm weather and heat lamps when it's chilly. It's small town Kansas bringing a big city amenity with all the comfort that Midwestern hospitality is known for!

Husband's beer glass had a large chip with sharp edge…read more Server walked by our table several times without checking on us. Table hadn't been bussed prior to us sitting down. Inside AND outside could use LARGE ceiling fans during this heat if for no other reason than to keep the flies away!!

This is a combination BP gas station and convenience store with a Subway sandwich restaurant and a…read morefew extras for weary truckers. The restrooms were clean, the women's restroom has a fold down changing table for the convenience of those traveling with small children, and even an XLERATOR hand dryer with the drying power (and sound effects) of a small jet engine. There are also showers available to truckers driving a long haul. There was a better than average selection of energy drinks in the refrigerated case, and the soda fountain boasts a number of diet options including Diet Pepsi, Diet Coke, Diet Come Zero, Diet Dr. Pepper, and Diet Mountain Dew. There are several coffee options including a premium and dark roast as well as decaf. If you're hungry, there are a number of snack options including candy, chips, and donuts. If you want to keep it healthy, or want a real meal, there is a Subway sandwich shop inside, also. The cashier was friendly and chatty with the truckers and the car drivers alike. BP Gas, convenience store clean bathrooms xlerater, showers for truckers, diet dr p, diet Mountain Dew

My friends and I stopped here with the desperate need to pee. We enjoyed the experience so much we…read morestopped again on our return journey. The best part was the selection of local meats and cheeses. The pepperjack literally melted in my mouth, it was so creamy and delicious. There was a group of old men seated at the same table on both stops. Apparently it's the local hangout. And quirky weapons and incense for almost everyone. Can't wait til the next time I can experience that cheese.

I've had my Phil of Philips 66, but not really, because it's a great option for gas around here…read more This is a very cheap gas station that we use whenever we're up in Emporia, and they have quite a few really cheap gas stations around here, but this one definitely usually has a lower price than the others. So it's cheap and its clean and easy to use and it's right off the ring road of Emporia heading to the highway.

Stopped for some gas and coffee. The Short Stop coffee machines are new - and worth the stop!…read moreI didn't see refill prices posted so I asked the helpful clerk. Then my cup was too tall to fit under the spigot but she helped me with that too. LOVE the vanilla espresso!!!

Visiting from Houston and found the perfect indoor play space for my little one to beat the heat…read morewhile I gabbed with a lifer friend over a warm cup of coffee. Reserving our play time online was seamless; locals will appreciate the convenience of the app. The cafe owner, Angela, welcomed us warmly with an overview of the play space experience and seasonal menu items we could order, along with thoughtful questions like what brought us in and who I was meeting so she could connect us swiftly. My toddler went straight in to play, and who could blame her; this space is a mini wonderland! We came in the morning, and all the areas were intentionally staged and completely clean. The two hour time slot went by in a blink with all the imaginative play spaces to explore. On play breaks, my girl enjoyed the Tot Tray of fresh food options, an organic applesauce pouch and organic fruit bars, and mama savored a devine cup of Caramel Cloud with caramel made from scratch. Needless to say, the New Day Play Cafe will be a regular spot on our return visits to Emporia. This adorable stop is a Midwest gem!