Cute little coffee and bar. Great service and they get really busy at night so be prepared to stand…read morein line but Specialty cocktails and coffee are totally worth it.

What an amazing little coffee shop. The pastries are out of this world. We had churro late and…read moreMexican chocolate cookie, coconut macaroon cookie.

I feel very passionately about Dempsey's considering it was my first ever yelp review. We started…read morewith an order of the truffle fries... a classic for good reason. If you know me, I'm a sauce girl through and through, and this place fuels my sauce passion. With the fries, they serve a sauce flight and they are all stellar! I got the double Dempsey burger and man was that juicy!!! A classic double cheeseburger. Dempsey's, this is my love letter to you. Keep up the good work.

We stopped by Dempsey's for a Sunday night dinner when we were passing through Lawrence, KS…read more Dempsey's has a casual, lively vibe and wasn't overly crowded so we were seated right away. Our service was quick and friendly. Unfortunately, we were not as impressed by the food. We both ordered the Thai PBB burger, which is described on the menu as "House made thai peanut butter sauce, bacon, pineapple chutney, sriracha aioli." However, this burger came covered in cranberries, which added an odd Thanksgiving juxtaposition to the Thai theme. Our fries were very good, and we received a huge bowl of them with various sauces. Maybe we just got unlucky with our burgers and I would be open to giving this restaurant another try.

Excellent food. Great service. We visit almost every time we are in town. Great atmosphere.read more

Great spot for lunch! I ordered the teriyaki chicken katsu ($17) and the chicken itself was cooked…read morewell with great flavor -- crispy on the outside, juicy inside. Unfortunately the rice was on the mushy side, which brought the dish down a bit for the price point. That said, the vibes in here were great -- cozy brewery atmosphere, good energy. Our waitress was fantastic too, attentive and friendly the whole time. Would consider coming back to try something else off the menu, hoping the rice issue was just an off day! PS. They have amazing fresh chili sauce (sambal vibes)

This Lawrence speakeasy is hidden in plain sight…read more You have to make a rez and the rez is only good for up to 2 hours. It's small and cozy and I don't think it seats more than 40ish people. The drinks are strong but creative and delicious. No food served just snacks like peanuts and such. We ordered 2 rounds: French no. 5 - their take on a French 75. A spritz of Chanel no.5 is attached to the drink. Grandma's Gun is hot and strong mulled wine. And finally we had the No Blood Only Lipstick which was the most expensive drink on the menu but worth every sip. The service is wonderful! Everyone is friendly and knowledgeable. Gender neutral restrooms. While the drinks are spendy, it's definitely worth the experience. If in Lawrence it's worth a stop.

Great vibes randomly here. Get the second husband and you will be so happy! The service is fantasticread more

I always love merchants. Sometimes when I'm there I stop and think about all the people who came…read morebefore us. This includes of course the history of Lawrence and how influential this building has been over time. Since I've been in Lawrence (which is about 10 years now which is so nuts) this has been Merchants. I love Merchants. It's consistently (to me) a top 3 restaurant on Mass St. The food is high quality. The service is high quality. The chefs table is a vibe (idk if they still have it but they did a few years ago). Anyway, the duck and dumplings was so comforting. It was the perfect ratio of duck to dumpling to vegetable to broth. The bison burger always slaps and the fries are so yummy. Dare I say they have the best burger in town? Also you guys have the BEST Diet Coke. So good and crispy. I love you Merchants! Also sitting next to the window and looking out to the twinkle lights on mass was so dreamy.

Stopped by Merchants Pub & Plate while in Lawrence for an event and was excited to find a place…read morewith good gluten-free options. The restaurant itself is beautiful inside -- a cozy mix of rustic and modern that creates a really inviting atmosphere. Service started a little slow, though our waitress became more attentive once she came by. We mentioned it was our first visit, so I was a bit surprised there wasn't much guidance on the menu or any recommendations. At one point I asked about the two kinds of fries (I love fries!), and the explanation was simply that they were "fancy fries," without much detail on flavors or differences. We started with drinks and the Brussels sprouts appetizer. The sprouts were actually very good, with a nice balance in the sauce, and both the wine and sangria were refreshing. Unfortunately, dinner is where things went downhill. Our meals -- a steak and a gluten-free chicken sandwich -- took about 45 minutes to arrive, which felt long for relatively simple dishes. I had asked about the gluten-free bun since they can sometimes be dry, but didn't receive much insight beyond "it's gluten free," and sadly it was indeed very dry. The chicken itself lacked flavor, though the goat cheese cilantro sauce helped make it somewhat enjoyable. The fries looked homemade and delicious but arrived cold. The steak was cooked as requested, but it didn't have much flavor beyond the mushrooms on top. The broccoli side was tasty, and the potatoes were good, though it on a bed of Some kind of cheese sauce that wasn't quite to our liking. Overall, the space and gluten-free availability were promising, and the appetizers and drinks were enjoyable, but the food execution and service details didn't quite meet expectations for us this visit.

This is a great neighborhood bar!! It opened recently and right across the street from our…read moreapartment, lucky for us. They have one of the largest selections of beer on tap and a large menu to match. The staff is super friendly and knowledgeable. They have Happy Hour daily and Sunday All Day, with $1. off beer and appetizers. My husband and I have been in twice already and sampled some beers and food, everything was delicious and the service excellent. We've enjoyed the following menu items: Jalapeño Poppers, Cranberry Walnut Salad, Kentucky Bourbon Clasic Hamburger, French Fries and Onion Rings!! Shout out to ELIZABETH PATRICK JACKIE FELICITY THANKS for making us feel welcomed!!! Oh BTW they have relocated to New Hampshire St.

I love this place and its unique menu. Have ordered here several times. Has a nice low key vibe and…read morelots of seating. Staff is always incredibly friendly. However.... The side of coleslaw portion is ridiculous. I ordered 4 burgers with 4 sides and a basket of onion rings. I was told 15 minutes . I called at 6:32pm and i just received my order at 7:17 pm. My "basket" of onion rings was not in the order so waited extra time and I have attached a photo. Basically it was $1 an onion ring. I find that unacceptable and it has left a bad taste in my mouth for this place sadly.

food is great!…read more Spencer (part owner) is super hospitable and was kind to me! good prices and specials! def add this to your places to try out! kuddos from this portland traveller

Quite a bit of options, food wasn't anything spectacular. Pizza was alright. They were quite busy…read morewhen we went with several large parties. Food came out as it was ready not all at once. Lighting was low.

This review is for a lunch for two at the bar on a Monday in late May…read more service: Daytime bartender was good. Professional and helpful with menu. bar: It's a brewery and they have broad selection of house beer styles: lagers, wheat, porter, and IPAs. I drank their Skyz the Limit American IPA ($6.50 as of May 2026) and thought it was fine. food: wide ranging menu from flatbreads to plated entrees. There are lots of daily lunch, dinner, and happy hour specials. I had a classic burger with fries and it was OK ($17). My wife had a taco salad with shredded chicken and ground beef on the side and it was also OK ($12, since it was the daily special). details: Dramatic, soaring space with lots of signage. Plenty of surface parking right outside.

Came in for weekend brunch and had such a great experience at 23rd Street Brewery. First off, major…read morewin that brunch is served until 1pm... perfect for those of us who don't exactly jump out of bed early. The vibe was fun and inviting, and it looks like they've carried over the magic from their super popular Christmas pop-up into a fresh, spring-inspired theme. It adds a really playful, seasonal touch without feeling overdone. What really made the visit stand out, though, was the service. Our waitress was fantastic--super friendly, attentive without hovering, and offered great suggestions that we actually ended up loving. Tip: Get a basket of French fries for the table! Overall, it's one of those spots that works for just about anything--family outings, catching a game, bigger group gatherings, or even a more low-key, intimate meal. Great atmosphere, great service, and a place we'll definitely be back to.