The Eddytorial Dining Digest: 2/2/26

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.
February 02, 2026 • Estimated Reading Time: 11 minutes

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

In today’s email:

  • Guide: Black-Owned Restaurants in Wichita

  • Vote: Wichita’s Most Liked Restaurant

  • Opening Today: Pizza Shuttle

  • Now Open: Wichita’s first Cambodian Restaurant

  • Coming: The second Wichita By E.B. Cashmob

GUIDE
Black-Owned Restaurants in Wichita

Every February, this is a list we publish that’s been requested by many readers over the years. It’s a list of local black-owned restaurants and other dining/drink options around Wichita.

  • The Artichoke Sandwich Bar: 811 N Broadway, 316-263-9164

  • The Artichoke Sandwich Bar East: 2959 N. Rock Road, 316-263-9164

  • Berneals Carryout: 2409 E 13th St. N, 316-618-1500

  • Big Granny's: Food Truck - 316-371-2886

  • Bongo Fruit Smoothies: Food Truck - 940-235-5699

  • The Burnt End by Chef & Smoker: Food Truck

  • C's Place: 3906 E 13th St. N., 3906 E 13th St. N.

  • Cafe 402: 402 N. Market, 316-6960

  • Countryboy Taste: Food Truck - 316-339-9024

  • Criminal Rolls: Pop-up

  • The Eatery: 3928 E 13th St N, 316-347-0445

  • Elisabeth's Lounge: 6160 E. 21st St.

  • Fat Boyz: 1901 E. 21st St. N., 316-303-1188

  • Fish and More: 4867 E Harry St.,  316-201-4949

  • Geno's Bar B-Q: 140 S Oliver (Kechi, KS), 316-744-1497

  • Georgio's II BBQ: 2251 E. 21st St., 316-282-4989

  • Greater Grounds Coffee Shop: 922 E. Douglas Ave.

  • Haven: 315 N. Mead St., 316-880-1819

  • Hello Melo’s Chicken Wangz & BBQ: Pop-up

  • J&A's Flavored Kitchen: 9310 W Central Ave.

  • Just Like Mama's Kitchen: 2504 E 9th St. N, 316-636-7321

  • LaSherie Nicole's Cheesecake Boutique: 6119 E. 13th St. N., 316-243-1459

  • LE J's Bar B Q: 601 SE 36th St (Newton, KS), 316-283-0802

  • Love & Co. Kitchen: 1720 E Douglas Ave, 316-519-8735

  • Mr. Wingz: 3337 E. Central Ave.

  • My Madea's Soul Food: Food Truck, 316-201-8929

  • NCredibly Sweet: Pop-Up, 316-252-7572

  • Nelson's Kitchen: 1712 E. Morris St., 316-397-0009 & 6121 E. 21st St.

  • Noble Nine Bakery: 2724 E Central Ave, 316-512-7562

  • PatDaddys: Pop-Up

  • Ray's Mobile: Food Truck

  • Royal Indulgence: Pop-Up

  • Sara and Tedros Ethiopian Restaurant: 327 N Hillside St., 316-231-9342

  • Simply Sangria Wine Co: 243 N. Cleveland Ave, 316-425-0980

  • Southeast Carryout: 1520 S Oliver, 316-682-6002

  • Spicy J's: Pop-Up

  • Sport Burger: 134 N Hillside, 316-683-6503

  • Taste of Flavorz: 2545 N Hillside St.

  • TCC To Geaux: Food Truck

  • U-Hungry Truck: 810-210-2592

ANNIVERSARY!
Wichita By E.B. Cash Mob at The Depot

More details to come soon but the 15-year anniversary of Wichita By E.B. is coming up in a two weeks.

Two celebrate, I’d like to have a little cash mob at The Depot. I’ll be buying pizzas for people; after that, I encourage others to purchase food, drinks and take care of the bar staff. Raffling off some cool things to raise money for the Kansas Food Bank.

And really, just ready to be around fellow readers, diners and lovers of Wichita.

Mark it on the calendar, Monday, February 16 at 6pm at The Depot at 711 E. Douglas.

I have the entire upstairs reserved and will be ready for a good time.

Stay tuned for more!

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OPENING TODAY
Pizza Shuttle

Wichita State students will soon be able to add late-night pizza to their college experiences, while everybody else can enjoy the nostalgia or simply a quick, affordable pie with the arrival of Pizza Shuttle.

The iconic pizza chain officially opens at Wichita State’s Braeburn Square on Monday, February 2 at 4521 E. 21st St.

Here’s a sneak peek inside.

GIFTED SERIES
JJ Beard’s Pub & Pizza

Starting something from scratch is never easy, but JJ Beard's Pub & Pizza took on the challenge and created something special that is a second home to many.

In a short period of time, they’ve built a loyal following but still many people are unaware of its existence. This was a bar built out of passion and a place we encourage you all to check out. Here’s their story

📍 3827 W. 13th Street

Gifted is a project and video series brought to you by Manage to Create and Wichita By E.B. highlighting local gifts to Wichita who deserve your love and attention.

DINING SCENE
Openings and Closings

3123 E. Pawnee

Wichita finally has a dedicated Cambodian restaurant! It’s called Phnom Penh Pho and it’s located at 3123 E. Pawnee.

Openings

Closings

  • TBD

Coming

GUIDE
How to Eat Around the World in Wichita

Wichita is deeply rooted with many unique cultures. Through the years, the city has been a cultural hub that fused traditions and flavors. The diversity has made international dining a popular part of our local food scene. Let’s cover how to eat around the world in Wichita.

Nearly 400 restaurants, food trucks and other food vendors in the area account for the eclectic international offerings we are fortunate to have. The beauty of it is, they all have their own style, recipes, fusions and takes on dishes that create opportunities for us to try something we may have never had before.

Here’s where to go to try international cuisine via a food truck, nice sit down restaurant, a quick-service style set up and more all in Wichita.

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