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When you're in the Wichita area, visit the local restaurants where you can find excellent quality dumplings. Dumplings offer the protein and energy you need for a long journey and are a simple, delicious meal to enjoy with your family. Here are some favorites. more Little Saigon For a family-friendly environment, stop off for a meal at Little Saigon Vietnamese restaurant. Open from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. Sunday to Thursday and from 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday to Saturday. This restaurant offers a warm atmosphere and delicious specialties. In addition to a plentiful menu that includes pho noodle soup, spring rolls, and an avocado smoothie, dumplings are served with a variety of sauces. It is located at 1015 North Broadway Ave. at 9th Street North. Shanghai Restaurant Shanghai Restaurant is located at 3815 East Harry St. in Wichita and has an all-you-can-eat Chinese buffet, that includes great dumplings. The environment is relaxed and pleasant, with large windows, dark carpeting, and traditional Chinese decor. There is cozy booth seating, as well as large hardwood chairs with thick cushioning. Space is plentiful in this large, open restaurant, and there is parking. Check out their Facebook page for reviews and more information. Restaurant hours are 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., seven days a week. Oh Yeah! China Bistro Oh Yeah! China Bistro is located at 3101 North Rock Road #150 at 29th Street. This is a fine dining restaurant. Dinner-time diners are sure to be impressed with the lovely lighting and ambiance, hardwoods floors, upholstered booth seating, and white tablecloths. The food offered is authentic Chinese cuisine, with freshly prepared meals without MSG. Even the sauces are homemade, making this a scrumptious dining experience. Oh Yeah! China Bistro's dinner menu offers two types of dumplings. Fortune dumplings, at a cost of $7 for six helpings, are made with cabbage, celery, green onion, and ginger and are offered broiled or fried. The other option is Spicy dumplings, which are served in a delicious hot and spicy peanut sauce. Both can be ordered vegetarian. If you prefer to stay home and live within 4 miles of the restaurant, Oh Yeah! China Bistro will deliver delicious food to your door for a $20 minimum order. P.F. Chang's P.F. Chang's is located at 1401 Waterfront Parkway at 13th Street North and offers traditional Chinese food, including dim sum. This much loved Chinese food chain has plentiful seating and a menu with options for all. Choose between two different kinds of dumplings, both served with a hot chili sauce. There are also plentiful spring rolls and egg rolls, including the new Crispy Avocado Spring Rolls. P.F. Chang's serves sushi as well, has a happy hour and gluten-free options, and even provides catering. If you're on the go, check out the website to order online. Are you in the mood for dumplings and the comfort and warmth of a traditional Chinese food restaurant? You're in luck if you find yourself in the Wichita area. With many lovely venues serving delicious food, you will certainly have an enjoyable meal. https://www.flickr.com/photos/avlxyz/2122084198/sizes/l Image via Flickr by avlxyz CC by SA-2.0

You might be new to Wichita or perhaps just visiting for a spell. Either way, you are hungry and want to go out to eat. However, the problem you face is not knowing where to go. Many people face the same difficulty in your situation but there is no need to fret. We have listed some of the best restaurants Wichita has to offer that only the locals know about. more Egg Crate Cafe This little breakfast place is just what you would expect it to be. Classic breakfast plates abound like pancakes, waffles, and omelets. Kick your meal up a notch with their country fried steak and eggs, or if you are feeling adventurous and exceptionally hungry, ask your server for the Crate's Stacker. You will enjoy two sausage balls breaded in hash browns served on scrambled eggs, along with a piece of French toast smothered in gravy. While the dish is not always available, it is worth getting when it is. The Egg Crate Cafe is open until 2 p.m. every day and offers a fantastic lunch menu, as well. Try their delicious raspberry chicken salad with your choice of grilled or fried chicken. And don't forget to ask about their delicious made-from-scratch soup of the day. Sandwich options include a classic club, grilled chicken, and patty melt, with the latter being their version of a cheeseburger. It is an eye-popping half-pound of ground beef topped with sauteed onions and Monterey Jack on toasted marble rye. Bella Vita Bistro Italian done right is always delicious, and this quaint little restaurant is a nice throwback to the old country. Signature Italian dishes are intermingled with classic international fare. Start your meal with fried risotto balls or burrata caprese. If soup is what you crave, try the Tuscany onion soup. Their Italian take on a French classic is superb. They offer a variety of salads including a unique Caesar topped with cheese crisps and pickled onions. For dinner, the Lasagna Perfecto says it all. They also have classic pasta dishes like spaghetti with marinara or house-made meat sauce and stuffed cannelloni topped with Boursin sauce. Go ahead, throw some meatballs on there! Their seafood crepe is stuffed with lump crab, shrimp, and scallops; it's finished with a cream sauce that will send your taste buds to heaven. The Kitchen When locals are hungry, many go to The Kitchen. Soups and salads and a selection of flatbreads will leave you wanting more. The restaurant offers several specialty burgers, sandwiches, and paninis that are sure to please. They also have a variety of pasta dishes to satisfy anyone's appetite. The Kitchen is located at 725 E. Douglas and is open Monday-Thursday 11am-8pm and Saturday 11am-9:30pm. The next time you feel like stepping out for a bite to eat, take a trip to one of these fine establishments. They may be off-the-beaten-path are worth the effort to find. The locals know what's good and where to go, and now you do, too. Image via Flickr by David Schiersner CC by 2.0

If you are looking to take that special someone out, finding the perfect place to enjoy a delicious meal is a must. Plan the perfect date night at one of these five Wichita fine dining restaurants. more 1. 6S Steakhouse Enjoy a memorable and elegant dining experience at 6S Steakhouse. Chef Kayson Chong transforms the finest local ingredients in an innovative menu featuring hearty salads, fantastic seafood, and a broad array of meats and poultry. The excellent food menu is complemented by a selection of hand-crafted cocktails and an award-winning wine list. Located in Wichita at 6200 West 21st Street N., 6S Steakhouse doors open nightly at 4 p.m. and close at 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 9 p.m. on Sunday. 2. Bella Vita Bistro Enjoy a menu filled with traditional continental, French, and northern Italian dishes in an atmosphere ideal for fine casual dining. Located at 120 North West Street in Wichita, Bella Vita Bistro serves lunch Tuesday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Dinner service runs Monday through Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 5 to 10 p.m. 3. Cafe Bel Ami If you are in the mood for delicious French Mediterranean cuisine, don't pass up Cafe Bel Ami. Long-established and a perennial favorite, it's downtown location creates the perfect place for after-work gatherings, or to grab a bite to eat before or after an evening out on the town. Located at 229 East William Street in Suite 101, Cafe Bel Ami is open for lunch Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. and for dinner Monday through Saturday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. They are closed on Sundays. 4. Chester's Chophouse & Wine Bar A traditional American chophouse, Chester's Chophouse & Wine Bar provides guests with a comfortable and relaxing dining experience. In addition to chef specials and chophouse favorites, patrons can choose from wood-fire oven pizza, with some of the best Midwestern beef, pasta, and fish that is "flown in daily." Don't forget to check out their wine bar that features 50 offerings by the glass and a 1000-bottle wine cellar. Located in Wichita at 1550 North Webb Road, Chester's Chophouse & Wine Bar is open nightly from 4:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and Sunday until 9 p.m. 5. Wine Dive Experience the relaxing ambiance of Wine Dive within the stylish College Hill. Enjoy Sunday brunch on the patio or stop in for one of the many dinner specials offered throughout the week. In addition to a full menu, they provide an eclectic selection of wines and are among Open Table's choices for the Top 100 Wine Lists in America. Located at 4714 East Douglas Avenue in Wichita, Wine Dive is open Monday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., and Sunday for brunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and dinner from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Image via Flickr by dalecruse CC by 2.0

Brunch is that perfect time of the day to indulge in your favorite breakfast and lunch foods on a whim. In the bustling city of Wichita, the options for weekend brunch are broad and diverse, ranging from Southern-style comfort food to popular American recipes. If you're on the hunt for a late breakfast to early midday meal, here are a few top Wichita locations where you can satisfy your weekend brunch craving. Dempsey's Biscuit Co. If you're hitting the town for comfort food cuisine, Dempsey's Biscuit Co. has a menu serving up traditional favorites locals just can't get enough of. Stop by for weekend brunch between 9 a.m. and 2 p.m. and sample classics like chicken and Belgian waffles with bourbon maple syrup, shrimp and smoked gouda grits, or made-from-scratch biscuit sandwiches filled with French toast, crispy pork belly, or Nashville hot chicken. If meat isn't your thing, Dempsey's also has a variety of vegan and vegetarian-friendly options to choose from. more Redrock Canyon Grill Wichita Drive toward the Bradley Fair shopping center to uncover the culinary delights found at Redrock Canyon Grill. The restaurant is open for brunch between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. and dishes out house specialties like a scrambled egg and sausage breakfast quesadilla, sweet cornmeal Johnny cakes with maple syrup, or savory rotisserie chicken pot pie. Don't forget to add a starter like the spinach artichoke dip or a side of iron skillet cornbread to complement your meal. Plus, take advantage of drink specials like $3 mimosas or $6 double mimosas before you head out. Doo-Dah Diner A popular joint for hungry patrons, Doo-Dah Diner has some of the best comfort food in all of Wichita. Join the $20 Sunday brunch buffet crowd from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and take your pick from a blend of appetizing house options. These range from lump crab cakes with hash browns, fried bologna and egg sandwiches, or a hearty serving of the Bat Out of Hell meatloaf. You can also scan the dessert section for malts and shakes, caramel-coated Fat Boy biscuits, or gluten-free banana bread French toast. Beautiful Day Cafe Beautiful Day Cafe caters to a seasonal menu of farm-to-table dishes backed by organic and non-GMO ingredients. You can taste this freshness in every bite thanks to varied options such as the banana buckwheat pancakes, sweet potato curry, and the vegan-friendly tofu scramble breakfast burrito or veggie pita wrap. Also, be sure to try out one of the cafe's signature drinks during your visit. These include the organic half-and-half coffee with honey and agave, sweet and spicy cinnamon iced tea, or the refreshing iced lattes. Plus, breakfast items don't go away once the clock hits noon; they're served all day Saturday and during Sunday brunch hours until 2:30 p.m. You don't have to settle for only breakfast or lunch when you go out to eat, especially when you're craving a mix of both. If you're visiting Wichita, you'll see a thriving restaurant scene that caters to both breakfast and lunch delights throughout the day. As you look for your next dining location, be sure to pencil in a trip to these popular weekend brunch spots. Image via Flickr by ralph and jenny