Happy Dining Wichita!
We got some returns to Wichita in terms of people and events…..

In today’s email:

• Cheers: Kelsey Grammer returning to Wichita

• Mini-Feature: Barrel Boys BBQ

• Most Liked Wings: A winner has been crowned

• New Restaurant: Victory is now open

RESTAURANT NEWS
Kelsey Grammer returning to Wichita

Earlier this year, television star, Kelsey Grammer, arrived in Wichita to guest bartend at various local bars, restaurants and liquor stores to promote his Faith American Brewing Company beer which is now being distributed in Kansas.

Many fans raved about how personable he was, willing to chat anybody up.

Well Grammer is coming back to Wichita. You can find him this Thursday at Wichita Brewing Company at 901 W. Douglas where he will be guest bartending at 1 p.m.

COMPETITION
Wichita’s Most Liked Wings Champion

@wichitabyeb

The winner of Wichita’s Most Liked Wings tournament. Nelson’s Kitchen! Get your hands on these wings! #fyp #wings #foodies

Congrats to Nelson’s Kitchen who won our Wichita’s Most LIked Wings tournament! They defeated O’Briens in the finals. Of course, I had to stop by and grab some wings to help celebrate their win.

WEEKLY MINI FEATURE
Barrel Boys BBQ

Who should we feature in next week’s mini-feature? Readers decide who we promote for free in the newsletter

This week’s Mini-Feature was suggested by Alan Gaul.

It’s time to put Barrel Boys BBQ on your radar. Whether you’ve been there before or haven’t, you should check the BBQ restaurant at 2202 W. 13th St.

I get it, much of the focus on the Q in town is all located in Delano or around downtown. I’m just as guilty as the next person.

So thanks to Alan for bringing this to my attention.

The former food truck turned restaurant has also had a very successful career in the competitive BBQ circuit, bringing people to “Tender Town” as their motto goes.

You can’t go wrong with the ribs, brisket or anything for that matter.

I recently checked them out which you can read about here.

Hours are Thursday through Saturday 11 a.m. to 8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. and closed Monday through Wednesday.

CLOSINGS
Mi No Bakery

One of my favorite little Vietnamese pastry shops in south Wichita will be closing at the end of the month.

Mi No Bakery, located at 2528 S. Oliver specializes in not just Vietnamese pastries, but other dishes like bahn mi and skillet dishes.

I used to frequent there occasionally with my mother, who loved having homemade quality dishes that represented her home country.

The owners of Mi No Bakery are awesome people and will definitely be missed in the local restaurant scene.

Their last day is tentatively April 30.

EVENT
Wichita Taco Fest

Wichita’s biggest taco party is back with a new location.

Wichita Taco Fest returns Saturday, June 28 where they will be at the Fountains at Waterfalk.

Patrons will get to enjoy $2 Tacos, chips & salsa, elote, pineapple sSmoothies, margaritas, micheladas and so much more.

Music will be provided by KC's DJ Astro & Marcobiotics.

There will also be a best taco and salsa competition, jalapeño eating competition, and lucha libre wrestling.

Early bird tickets are now available. Will I see you there?

DINING SCENE
Openings and Closings

I had the chance to check out the newest bar around, located at 418 N. Andover Road in Andover, KS. Victory Bar & Grill just opened last week and I made sure to stop by and check it out.

Recent Openings

• Victory - 418 N. Andover Road

Coming

• Small Sliders - 13th and Greenwich (April 15)

• Todd’s Creole Kitchen - 8641 W. 13th St. (Spring 2025)

• Paris Baguette - 1320 N. Tyler Road (Spring 2025)

• RAHA Mediterranean - 4956 E. 35th St. N. (Spring 2025)

• Parlor Doughnuts - 8020 W. 21st St. (Spring 2025)

• 360 Deli & Grill - 701 W. 21st St. (Spring 2025)

• Point Nine - 1533 N. Andover Road (Spring 2025)

• Chicken Chicken - 13th & Mosley (Spring 2025)

• Sam’s Southern Eatery - 6121 E. 21st St. (Spring 2025)

• The Big Biscuit - 2330 N. Maize Road (Spring 2025)

• N&J Cafe - 8448 W. Central Ave. (Spring 2025)

• Taco Bell - 3233 E. Harry (Spring 2025)

• KVH Steakhouse - 2926 N. Tyler Road (Summer 2025)

• Golden Chick - 1705 S. Webb Road (Summer 2025)

• Small Sliders - 37th and Maize Road (Fall 2025)

• KPot Korean BBQ & Hot Pot - 2243 N. Tyler Road (Fall 2025)

• Culvers - Patriot Ave & Rock Road, Derby, KS (Late Fall/Early Summer 2025)

• Jersey Mikes - 217 S. Ridge Road (Fall 2025)

• Raising Cane’s - 350 S. Ridge Road (Fall 2025)

• Morgan’s Landing - Derby (Fall 2025)

• Mokas - 3853 N. Ridge Road (Winter 2025)

• Chipotle - 520 E. Cloud Ave, Andover (2025)

• Viva Tacos & Tequila - 9719 E. 21st St. S. (2025)

GIVEAWAY
Riverfest Buttons

Riverfest Early Bird Buttons are now on sale and can be purchased at Riverfest headquarters at 444 E. William St. or online at wichitariverfest.com/shop from now until April 26 for $15 (for adult buttons).

But one lucky reader will win a family pack of four buttons (2 adult and 2 children).

Enter to win! Winner will be announced in the April 24 newsletter drop!

EVENTS
Dinner and Drink Events

Here you’ll find special dinner/drinking events or classes around town that you otherwise may not even know about.

Tuesday - 4/15

Taste Test Tuesday at Wichita Wagyu
Grand Opening at Smalls Sliders

Wednesday - 4/16

Culinary Workshop: Southern Rhone - A French Affair at Mark Arts
Whiskey Wednesday at Flight 1868

Saturday - 4/19

420 Party at Botanic
Anniversary Party at Revolution Lounge
Sample Saturday ft. Heat Mavericks at All Things Barbecue
Empanada Class with Argentina’s Empanadas

Sunday - 4/20

420 Munchie Brunch at Bubbles Champagne Bar

MOBILE EATS
Wichita Food Truck Schedule

See the Food Truck calendar