Andalè is about speedy service either inside the restaurant or in the drive-through lane.

Andalè opened Nov. 9 in what was formerly Charlee’s Burgers & Fries at 1901 S.W. 10th after updating the space. You can order items off the menu, or go the buffet route. Andalè employees will dish up meals from the buffet.

Platters are sure to become a favorite at Andalè. Customers may order three-, four- or six-item platters (prices, $4.99, $5.99 and $7.59). For the items, choose from tacos, burritos, enchiladas, enchilada casserole, salad and chili con queso. Rice, beans, chips and salsa come with each platter. Or, customers can order ala carte or try one of the specialties, including fajitas. (Updated 11/09/09.)

Baker's Dozen began in 2004 as a mom-and-pop style doughnut store, started by two former bakers for a corporate doughnut chain. As favorites like the Peanut Butter and Jelly Donut and the Chocolate and Peanut Butter Donut became well-loved in Topeka, the store quickly expanded from the original Lane Avenue location (now closed) to a sit-down style shop on S.W. 21st (now a few blocks west) and a second on S.E. 29th. You get more for your money at Baker's Dozen, which stays true to its name by adding an extra doughnut to every dozen you purchase. Diabetic? No problem! Baker's Dozen offers several doughnuts made with Splenda. (Updated 9.16.09)

Located in the former Boulevard Pizza building, Bottoms Up Sports Bar offers a variety of homemade pizza, including Monster, Buffalo Chicken and German. Enjoy a special treat with any purchase on Sunday - all-you-can-eat homemade chili in the fall or free chips and queso when it warms up. (Updated 3.2.09)

Bradley's, which opened in North Topeka in February 2006, features popular, made-from-scratch rolls, buns, fries and 25 different kinds of pies. Its turkey and dressing meals, meatloaf, and biscuits and gravy are popular with diners. (Updated 2.23.09)