Beautiful little basement bar with a surprising menu and even a patio! Beer selection is great and my wife says the wine MENU is "not terrible". Never a bad time to go to Public. #NSAYF read more

Really love this place...a very cool vibe! Service both times was friendly and prompt. The menu changes and I've tried a lot on it. Bao Tacos are my absolute favorite...they're perfect in every way! read more

We got pizzas and ate them in the outside courtyard. It was beautiful. There were flowers and vines hanging. It was so picturesque!! The servers were kind and quick. I really had a lovely time. The checks came in the cutest used books that were written in by previous guests. It was such a wonderful experience. I 100% recommend. read more

I was in town for work and my neighbor back home told be I needed to check out Old City while I was in Wichita so I gave it whirl. I went by Yelp ratings so Public seemed to be a good spot. It's a neat setup in the basement with an older setting and older items scattered throughout the place. I started by going through the beer list. It's a decent list with several varieties of both local and larger scale craft. I went with the local stout. It was pretty solid. I started with the pork belly appetizer. It was pretty good. It had good flavor but was a little over cooked. The sweet glaze and purée we good enough to help mask it. I'd say it's worth getting again. I wasn't really hungry so I asked the server what he thought between the hummus, wings and charcuterie plate. I'm not sure why I asked because I knew he was going to say the wings. He said he prefers the buffalo but the Honey BBQ compliments the fact that the wings are smoked before they're fried. I was going to be on an airplane the following day so I thought hot sauce was a bit risky so I went with BBQ. The wings were just okay. They are without a doubt the smallest wings I've ever had. A drum was probably about the size of my thumb. I'm not sure if it was the wings or the sauce but they very smokey. For a Thursday night the atmosphere was pretty solid when I got there around 630. I found out there was a country concert at the arena that started at 7. That explained why the place cleared out. If someone suggested Public I wouldn't say no but I'm not rushing to go back either. read more

Public - Specials menu - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Kansas, this restaurant alone redeemed a lot of pre-conceptions I had about you. Like, I would faintly consider moving there ONLY if I was within a 10 mile radius from Public. [end dramatics] This restaurant is BOMB! I love going to restaurants and having flavors that I've never tried before for common dishes. They made a steak filet, pork belly, charcuterie, and salmon taste a way that I've never had them before. The steak filet was crazy tender and it was on top of a medley of potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and raisins. The pork belly was honey-glazed and sat on a butternut squash purée. The charcuterie had this magical cornbread toast thingy that paired deliciously with the meat and cheese. And the salmon cakes went so perfectly with the lemon wedge. I mean.....the chefs here are incredible. And Alton Brown has been there many times so that says a lot! Our server, John, was amazing and we can definitely credit him for such an amazing experience. He gave us great food/drink recommendations and gave us excellent service. The area itself (Brickyard, I think) is next to a lot of other restaurants and bars so you can make many stops in one trip! All in all, I was highly impressed and will definitely be back if I ever catch myself back in Wichita! read more

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We stopped in for some water but ended up getting a vietnamese sandwich even though we just hot done eatting thirty minutes prior from eggcetera and we were full but it smelled sooooo good when we walked out of the art store above! It's a nice set up and it was pretty busy but it was super good and they have a bar too! I'd definitely go back! Everything was like $11 or above but not bad or too expensive! I would definitely go back and try more items off the menu! Also I got a coupon for this place hehe so that was cool! Happy Yelping! read more

Public - bar vibes! - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Food and atmosphere are great. Drinks always good. The outdoor patio area is great for live events

Super cool outdoor area, but the burger was just solid. Service - 4 Food - 4 Vibe - 5 read more

This place actually knocked our socks off! We had cheese curds that couldn't be beat. My friend had sliders, and I indulged in Mardi Gras themed king cake! :-) the drinks were amazing, and my friend said that the 1975 was "life-changing" - Would strongly recommend read more

First time visitor and it won't be the last. A group of us trusted other yelpers and found our way downstairs to the Public space -- and were rewarded for our trip. I ordered the brisket - which was an understated filet of juicy goodness with a subtle layer of BBQ sauce/glaze on the top. It was honestly the most satisfying brisket I've ever had. Accompanying my cast iron-served meat was a small dish of pickled vegetables, including a sliced jalepeno that was surprisingly spicy. The entree didn't come with fries (a possible area for improvement), but I shared a basket with a friend and found them to be incredibly tasty. My dinner-mates had various plates (pulled pork, salad, etc.) and were all satisfied -- although, I didn't get any bites -- so will withhold comments on those dishes. I will be back... read more

As we are heading out now I had to hop on to write a review so no one else is mislead by the rave reviews shown on thier website. To begin, we did have a server in training I can't say it was 100% her fault....while she may have been having trouble with knowing "server 101" the bad food trumped anything she could have done. While I won't even bother mentioning all the things that she did...I will say it may have contributed to this fiasco but she can't be all to blame. We order a margarita pizza and a kimchi fried chicken sandwich with fries. The food was awful and cold (so could have been server lack of attention and therefore caused delay in getting to the table or it was all on the kitchen), the pizza was more of a frozen pizza with heavy crust that was cover in garlic salt..so weird. It wasn't yeast crust it was more like a cracker meets a dried breadstick all covered in garlic salt. The Kimchi chicken was a oven baked (NO WAY FRIED) and dried out piece of chicken and looked anemic (look at photo) NOT FRIED and it came with fries that tasted good but were also ICE cold. All I can say is if you've had good food, especially pizza, and know what friend chicken should look like and taste like then this will be a huge disappointment as your expectation will have the bar way too high for this place. It was our first and last and I plan to make sure others are aware and don't make the same mistake...there are many other better options..choose those...AVOID... read more

Public - Margarita pizza and kimchi chicken with fries - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Great place to eat and have great conversations. We were here for a weekend trip and it was the perfect place for brunch. The service was amazing and our waiters stayed on top of our drinks and checking in on us. read more

Public - Avocado Toast - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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We love Public! The menu is full of unique, tasty items and there is a great drink menu. They often have a selection of seasonal beers that are hard to find on tap at local restaurants, too. The ambience is also unique, and the service is always great. This is our go-to birthday spot for all of these reasons. Their gf menu isn't extensive but the servers are always knowledgeable and the kitchen is great about accommodating. (I'm gluten/wheat sensitive, not celiac.) read more

Bison sliderssssssssssssssss for lunch. Service is always great and the location and atmosphere is great.

I have visited Public a dozen times over the past year going back and forth between Wichita and San Francisco. I will give it a 3 star, although each visit alternates between 2 and 3 stars, with the occasional 4. Location and decor: 4.5 stars. Old Town is a prime location in Wichita filled with bars and restaurants and music venues. Public is in the basement with brick vaults and pretty casual decor, but it is attractive and cozy. The bar is well stocked and bartenders know how to mix good cocktails. Service: 4.5 stars. The folks are friendly and attentive. Food: 2-3. The menu is tired. Especially when you don't have specials, the menu needs to rotate more often. Since I have been coming here in March of 2016 the menu has not changed. At all. Same choices. Every. Single. Time. How often am I going to have the filet stacked on a bed of greens. Or the pizzas. Or the cauliflower appetizer. Or, or, or. The quality is OK, it's decent food, but a bit on the pricey side for a Wichita, KS. Yet I still come here maybe once a quarter - mostly because it is on OpenTable (note to the vast majority of restaurants in Wichita that are not on OpenTable: if you signed up for it, we would come). Wine list: 1 star: it is non-existent. Need to address. read more

Ok, I found an absolute fave in my hometown. This place is smashing! Amazing food (what I have tried, which admittedly is limited), great signature drinks, terrifically friendly staff and fellow patrons, and world class all-day-long-patio potential. In fact, I spent about 5 hours on it my first leisurely Saturday afternoon here. We came with the hound, after brunch at a supremely mediocre chain restaurant, and it was marvelously relaxed and unbusy on their cool, shady patio. I nibbled enthusiastically on my friends green beans (they're apparently legendary around these parts, and rightly so) and the table's fries. Wow. Didn't try the entrees myself, but these sides are fiiiiiiiiine. We drank and we gabbed and everyone was so friendly and the prices so easy to absorb. It was a great afternoon in a really enjoyable, unique environment that was designed by some extremely creative restaurateurs. I'm not even going to tell you the kooky details because it was so cool to experience it without expectations. Just go. 5 stars all day long. Thanks for cultivating gastropubbery in Wichita! read more

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Went there on a Friday- had nice live music- great food and drinks! Saturday is a nice place for family or just a night out with friends!

Burger was sooo good! Fries were just ok for me. Drinks were strong and I liked that they were unique! Patio is lovely, and service out there was great! Overall, I wish I'd come here sooner! read more

Amazing food, had the short rib dinner myself with blue corn tortillas and 2 dressings. The short rib was probably in my top 5 experiences at a restaurant, it was that good. My wife and guests had the fillet, all 3 plates looked fantastic with a sliced potato on there. I tried a piece of my wife's fillet, it was good perfectly and melted in my mouth like butter. The location is a little unusual for a place serving such high end meals. It was like walking into a speakeasy back in the 20s. Decor was somewhat eclectic but it really just added to a wonderful experience. We will definitely be back again. read more

One of my absolute favorite spots in town. The Owners are some of the nicest people you'll ever meet and they take amazing care of their customers. Beyond that the drinks and food are top notch and priced fairly. These things paired with the overall ambiance make it a Wichita favorite for many! read more

Liked everything about this restaurant! Service was great, food was hot, and the vibe was cool. It doesn't allow for much quiet romance because of the open concept. Had a table that continued to get louder and louder as the drinks were served. Try it; great food! read more

The food is sooo great. Bison burgers and a wedge salad. Simply delicious and full of flavor. Try it ! You will appreciate the atmosphere! read more

This place is great if you just want to hang out with friends and drink. I went for something to eat and the food was not very good. I ordered the Pickles plate, it was suppose to come with baguette and pickles and salami and cheese. The pickles were great! I got white toast and summer sausage. It was just meh for me. The wings were okay, they're not crispy. I don't think I'd go back to earth but I would just to hang out and drink. read more

Public - BBQ Wings. They were good - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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Before visiting Wichita, I studied Yelp for the best restaurants.. Public was at the top of the list, so this was our first stop. Free parking available nearby (!) and the entrance is down some stairs (not sure what they do for an accessible entrance). The vibe is very chill with lots of interesting decor, including a poster for my favorite band, a nice surprise. We were seated right away and the delightful Shay was our server. She was very pleasant, as was everyone we encountered at Public. We only stayed for appetizers and cocktails, and she made some good recommendations. The tasso and cornbread charcuterie plate was outstanding.. blue corn cornbread drizzled with jalapeno honey.. you will want more of that! We came back for Sunday brunch a couple of days later, and had a different server who was just as helpful and pleasant as Shay. My husband had the chef's special Catfish Benedict and said it was the best he'd ever had. I got the American Breakfast so I could try the Cheddar Grits, which were a bit too garlicky for my taste but had a thick, chunky consistency. This is the kind of place that surprises and delights... the food is excellent, farm-to-table local ingredients, house made everything. Shay brought our bill tucked into an old school textbook. When I told her how cool it was, she said she'd brought us her favorite book. It was a very chilly October weekend, so nothing was happening in their patio area called the Brickyard, but it looked like THE place to be in the summertime.. a full stage for performances, plenty of shade, an additional bar and restrooms. If I lived near Wichita, this would be a regular hangout. read more

Public - Surprised to see this casually hanging around the restaurant - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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Chicken wings were old & cold. FF we're limp Service was adequate Restroom was dirty Would not return read more

I'm in Wichita on business, and was looking for a place that's dog friendly and had a variety of menu options. Public did not disappoint! The food is great; the patio ambiance is really nice! The Brussel sprouts are delicious - definitely recommend as an appetizer. Substantial beer offering and there's wine and cocktails available as well. Service is great - staff is super friendly and even during a 6pm weekend dinner food came quick! Great experience - our server Paige took great care of us! read more

Public - Brussel sprouts - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

I'm new to Wichita, so I've been slowly checking out all the restaurants in the area. I found Public on yelp and my experience was great. I was sat on the patio (by choice) and enjoyed the birds hopping about near my table. I got the Prairie Sliders and while the buns were too big for the patty, the burgers were still delicious. Caitlyn was an amazing server and engaged in conversation with me which is nice considering I was by myself. If you're a vodka fan, try to the Lavender Lemonata, it's so refreshing. Update: I've been back a few times and have had excellent service every time. Today I'm back, and their lemonata's are $5 all day today! Their fish and chips special looks to die for. Would definitely recommend Public to everyone. read more

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The service was great and all the nail artists were very sweet. My artist didn't feel fully confident in the design but she nailed it! I've never had a bad experience at Trende and will definitely be back soon read more

We were welcomed by a few hostesses. Even though we had a big group, they were able to accomadate us quickly. The food was very good. We ordered a bunch of appetizers as we had quite a few rounds of cocktails. And a few of us ordered main entrés. The service was good and the bartenders were quick to have the drinks out. Have visited this place a few times now and they have been consistent with the quality of food and their service. read more

Public - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

It's a long haul from OKC to Denver. Wichita is what I consider the first leg of the trip. There are lots of food options, and Public sounded great for lunch. Walking up to the restaurant, the street reminded me a little bit of New Orleans. I really liked the feel of the area with the old brick roads. Luckily it was a late lunch, because we were informed that they get super busy for lunch from the downtown crowd. It was about 1:30 and there were just a couple other people there. We sat at the bar which is always our preference. My husband and I split the turkey panini. I'm so glad I chose the potato salad for the side. It was great! It tasted just like deviled eggs. I can definitely see myself being a regular here if I lived in the area. The staff was very friendly, and they have a great beer selection with a lot of local options. read more

Public - Turkey sandwich w/ potato salad - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Our boss was visiting us from out of town and someone thought to bring him and his wife here for a social get-together. While I love the atmosphere - a cozy, underground bar and restaurant scene, reminiscent of a forgotten speakeasy - it was too loud to converse and the service was sub par. Our waiter was nice enough, but the food took FOREVER to get to us. I think, at one point, we actually ran out of things to talk about while waiting for our food....an awkward moment when your national boss is visiting. Furthermore, the menu is extremely limited in it's variety and the food was not that good. My chicken salad was basically greens with canned chicken dumped on top. The Public might be good for a younger generation who are out for drinks only, but nothing much more in my humble opinion. read more

thank you @visitwichita for the foodie influencer meet up! i loved the chance to connect with other foodies and learn how we can continue supporting local businesses in wichita. we have some really dope people in the city (and amazing restaurants). they spoiled us with a charcuterie board, prairie burgers, pork buns, and treats! the service was attentive and quick. i love coming here for their diverse food and amazing appetizers. read more

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Imagine your buddy turning their basement into a comfy hangout for drinks and eats--except the eats are way better than you could ever do. That's the atmosphere here. All hard surfaces, TVs tuned to sports, a table shuffleboard to enjoy, AND an experienced chef to create your favorite American meals with some little twists to keep things interesting. For example, the hummus appetizer was wonderful flavored with curry. My expertly grilled salmon came topped with fresh microgreens I'd never seen before. I've had a couple of business dinners here with colleagues and clients. Everyone left satisfied. Service was exceptional one time and average another. Note, the brick walls and concrete floor make things loud during the busiest times. read more

What a wonderful brunch experience we had at Public. The food, farm to table, was outstanding and the service was top notch. I can't recommend Public enough for brunch. Their brunch menu is pretty limited but if everything is as good as what we had today you can't go wrong. We started with a Bloody Mary, Coffee and their version of a nitro cold brew. All excellent. For entrees we went with the all American breakfast which comes with eggs, bacon, grits and toast with fresh butter and Jam. The butter and jam were delicious as was everything else on the plate. We also went with their version of steak and eggs. Wow! The steak was melt in your mouth tender, potatoes cooked to perfection and the sauce that covered it all was mind blowing good. Like a I said earlier, a wonderful brunch experience. Well done Public! read more

Public - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

Great food, great bartender, cool vibe. Parking was easy (public parking lot next to it), great beer. Had the turkey sandwich, was awesome. read more

Public - Turkey Sandwich - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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Eh.. Not impressed I love the design of the place and how it felt like an underground bar inside a basement. The seating is nice and there's plenty of space and TVs to show sports on. The food is alright. Nothing special. I had bison and beef sliders which was pretty good. They serve two sliders which are a fist size with golden fries. The meat itself has a good meaty texture, a bit dry and not much flavor/rub. I think they can add more spice of flavor to them. My gf ordered a Banh Mi which is their take of Vietnamese sandwich, mid west & American style. The pork was too sweet and the marinade was too much. Tiny slices of jalapeños, not much vegetables to compliment the flavors and traditional take. The portion was too small and it was just a take of a sweeter and lighter pulled pork sandwich; I didn't like it. Last time I'll be coming.. read more

I really enjoyed dining at Public. We decided to eat there after a 2k miles road trip and we where so hungry that we probably would have eaten anything. We where very delighted that we didn't had to wait for being seated and the server where right away with us. The food also got delivered in no time and I must say, it was delicious!!!! My favorite was the buffalo cauliflower followed by the pork belly. The meals are also wonderful to share so that you can order a few options and taste everything! I definitely can recommend public to everybody living in Wichita or visiting from out of town. read more

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Amazing food and service! It's evident from the quality of food that they work hard to source locally. The patio is a great place to see live music. read more

Great place to go if youre looking for somewhere to drink, socialize, or have a first date. Its a partly underground, dim lighted, hipster type pub in Old Town. From the outside you would think its really small but once you go inside its actually quite large. They have a bar in the middle and plenty of tables and chairs (kid friendly, probably not late at night though). Definitely not a place to go if you are looking for a big meal. The menu is small (and pricey) and the portions are snack sized. Very good food however! Their house fries have garlic and fresh rosemary served with three sauces (cumin ketchup, regular ketchup, and a grainy mustard). We also got a Mediterranean plate and bone in wings which were also really good. If youre looking for a nice hang out spot in downtown Wichita this is definitely a place worth trying out. read more

Public - 1st visit! - Gastropubs Near Me - Wichita, Kansas

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Nice local joint visited during business trip. Our group of 12 were well taken care of by our server Chase. Nice variety of appetizers and entrees. read more