The Eddytorial Dining Digest: 12/22/25

Welcome to the Monday dining digest of the Eddytorial. A weekly newsletter completely dedicated to the local dining scene.

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Wichita By E.B.
December 22, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 10 minutes

Happy Dining Wichita!
Who’s ready to grub this week?

In today’s email:

  • Now Open: It’s Greek To Me

  • Also Open: Chicken Salad Chick 

  • Community: Wichita Wagyu gives back

  • Local Spotlight: Yum Mi Express

NOW OPEN
It’s Greek To Me

7700 E Kellogg Dr.

The latest addition to the Towne East Square food court has opened with the arrival of It’s Greek To Me.

The fast-casual restaurant with traditional and contemporary Greek dishes can be found in many malls around the country.

ALSO OPEN
Chicken Salad Chick

10240 West 29th St.

Love chicken salads? Then you have to check out the city’s newest restaurant that opened Tuesday, Dec. 16, called Chicken Salad Chick.

HOLIDAYS
Restaurants Open on Christmas Day

We’ve updated the list to include 5 more restaurants on top of all the ones listed before.

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COMMUNITY
Wichita Wagyu gives back to Wichita

Join Wichita Wagyu this Christmas Eve as they fire up the smokers for a completely FREE community lunch, open to absolutely everyone. We’re serving smoked turkeys, smoked hams, and a spread of delicious sides generously provided by Local Flavors. Bring your family, bring your friends, or just bring yourself. No purchase, no RSVP, no strings attached.

SANTA WILL BE THERE TOO!
Bring the kiddos to come see Santa between 12pm-1pm!

While the meal is free, there will be an opportunity to give back. Donations of any amount are welcome and can be made via QR code, online, or dropped into our on-site donation bucket during the event. Every dollar collected will go directly to supporting the Kansas Food Bank and helping local families this holiday season.

Come share a warm meal, connect with your community, and help us make a difference this Christmas Eve.

Food starts at 11. We’ll be serving until 2 PM—or until the food runs out!

DINING SCENE
Openings and Closings

822 S. Broadway

Originally reported by the Wichita Eagle, Tom’s Lotus Garden who has been in business for nearly 35 years and was a lunch staple of mine back in my 20s and 30s will close in January.

Openings

Closings

Coming

LOCAL SPOTLIGHT
Yum Mi Express

6254 E. 37th St

I was out east and wanted to support some quality business owners and decided to swing by Yum Mi Express.

The restaurant at 6254 E. 37th St is a fast casual dining option that specializes in Chinese and Vietnamese dishes. Pho sounded like a great idea.

Supporting a family business owners who are involved in our community is important to me. It’s a way to pay it forward and say thanks to those willing to step up for the betterment of others.

MOBILE EATS
Food Truck Calendar

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