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Hidden gems: restaurants in Lawrence
Map viewDiscover the city's hidden treasures—remarkable spots that are relatively undiscovered but offer exceptional experiences. Our selection criteria? A rating of 4.5 or higher with fewer than 150 reviews. Explore these lesser-known yet outstanding places that promise a delightful visit in Lawrence. Ratings are based from 219 places in Lawrence
715 Restaurant
715 Massachusetts St 66044-2345
"Fantastic experience. Friday night reservations for 4. Bar and restaurant were both crowded, yet service was friendly and fast. Food was fantastic, both in selection and preparation. Strong bar progra..."
Merchants Pub & Plate
746 Massachusetts St 66044-2344
"Got a pick up order of the steak medallions, Korean fried chicken, and a margarita. Everything was incredible. Steak cooked perfectly, chicken was crispy and packed with flavor, and the margarita was..."
Milton's
901 New Hampshire St 66044-3043
"Great little breakfast/lunch stop downtown. We enjoyed breakfast on the outdoor patio after visiting the farmers market on a perfect weather Saturday morning. After a short wait, we were seated prom..."
Aladdin Cafe
1021 Massachusetts St 66044-2923
"FOOD: A+Fantastic. Maybe the best Mediterranean food that I have ever eaten. Certainly, I have never had better. Ordered: Hummus, Aladdin's Gyro, Lentil Soup, Beef Biryani, Chicken Kabob, and Baklava...."
Encore Cafe
1007 Massachusetts St 66044-2923
"Hadn't been in Lawrence in a few yrs. Upon our arrival, my first stop was here. I had my usual kung pow chicken. It is still as delicious and satisfying as I had remembered. Served with, possibly, the..."
Munchers Bakery
925 Iowa St 66044-1836
"Overall, this place is the best spot in town to grab a hot, fresh donut at any time of the day (literally 24 hours/day). Very cheap too so if you're looking for something to take to an event these are..."
The Big Biscuit
4821 W 6th St 66049-4826
"The Big Biscuit makes an incredible breakfast!! Bonus! You can eat breakfast until they close! The biscuit and gravy, their signature dish, was amazing. The biscuit was light, fluffy and fresh out..."
India Palace
129 E 10th St 66044-3005
"Whenever we get a day off, this is our favorite weekday lunch stop. Good lunch buffet for the price and Dillon’s often has $2 off coupons printed on the back of their receipts. We love ending our me..."
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers
2030 W 23rd St 66046-2758
"Jake up was super cool this is my favorite burger place to eat. The pink lemonade is so good and everyone is always so nice. Keep up the great work everyone! Jake and Kaitlyn are also amazing. Nice fr..."
Sandwich Bowl
4821 W 6th St Suite K 66049-4827
"This place is amazing! The breakfast burger is delicious. The staff is super friendly (especially Jessie). They are going above and beyond to keep things clean/safe during these uncertain times. The d..."
1900 Barker Bakery And Cafe
1900 Barker Ave East 19th Street 66046-3138
"1900 has never disappointed. Coffee is superb.The food is baking perfection. The location is not car-friendly when it comes to parking, and that's a feature, not a bug. Cost is high for my economic st..."
Jason's Deli
3140 Iowa St Ste 110 66046-5778
"All you can eat salad bar is wonderful. Great variety of stuff there.Location is also a plus for this place. After shopping you can walk in for a meal.Place is spacious enough and you should immediate..."
Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q
1516 W 23rd St Suite 200 66046-2740
"Ribs were good, bit a but fatty, fall off of the bone done. Sauce was sweet. Table options were "mild" and "hot", but the hot was cooler than what I would call mild... Maybe "tangy" but not "hot" at a..."
La Prima Tazza
638 Massachusetts St 66044-2236
"Been around since I was in grade school, always nice to see a familiar place when I come home."
Orange Leaf
4801 Bauer Farm Dr Ste E 66049-9045
"Pretty good yogurt! Minus one star for cleanliness tho. It was pretty dirty. The chairs were dirty, tables weren’t wiped clean and the floors were sticky."
Eileen's Colossal Cookie
4931 W 6th St Ste 124 66049-4830
"The cookies are fantastic and, according to my husband who is a cookie connoisseur, the best he has ever tasted. While the cookies are great, the owners, Becky and Rod Johansen, are even greater. It i..."
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
1501 W 23rd St 66046-2741
"Chicken is definitely very tasty. Staff is always friendly and accommodating. If I could order with pineapple and vegetables as a side without making it cost too much, it'd be 5 stars. Also it would p..."
Decade
920 Delaware St 66044-2734
"To be honest, I was a bit worried what I'd find inside when we pulled up to this place. It's very bland outside, with its gravel parking lot and beige paint... I almost missed its sign and it's painte..."
Nagoya Japanese Cuisine
711 W 23rd St Ste 24 66046-4405
"Great food but the service is what made it. This place would be nothing without Reagan."
John Brown's Underground
7 E 7th St 66044-2703
"100% amazing service and drinks. My wife and I were immediately greeted and treated like royalty. This bar is the pinnacle of what it means to be in the service industry. Bartenders are extremely know..."