Chinese

China Express

514 SW 10th St., Topeka

China Express opened in June 2009 to serve customers with dine-in, carry-out, drive-through and delivery options. For downtowners who were loyal fans of the Panda Garden (which was torn down), they'll find the same managers and recipes although ownership is different. (Updated 5.7.10)



China Pavilion

5348 S.W. 17th St., Topeka

China Pavillion has been offering full lunch and dinner buffets, including chicken, beef and pork, in a casual dining atmosphere since 1994. (Updated 5.7.10)



Cryster's Asian Diner

4731 N.W. Hunter's Ridge Circle, Topeka

Opened in April 2008 in the Hunter's Ridge area in Northwest Topeka, Cryster's offers authentic Chinese, Japanese and Korean foods served in a clean, modern, casual atmosphere. And the service is great. (Updated 5.12.10)



Dillons

6829 SW 29th, Topeka

Go to the grocery store for lunch or dinner, and let someone else do the cooking. The kitchen at this newly-remodeled Dillons churns out meals you can eat at one of their dine-in tables or take home to the family.

Home-style meals from the deli (open daily 6 a.m. - 9 p.m.) include hand-breaded fried chicken and roasted rotisserie chicken. Other offerings vary by day but may include enchiladas, barbecue ribs, lasagna and barbecue chicken — all available with a variety of sides. If you're looking for something simple, try a made-to-order deli sandwich.

In the mood for something else? This store offers a Chinese kitchen (opens daily at 11 a.m.) with fresh, hot dishes. Or, try sushi made fresh daily.

For a pick-me-up, check out the Starbucks shop located within this Dillons location.(Updated 5/24/10)



Dillons

801 N.W. 25th Street, Topeka

Go to the grocery store for lunch or dinner, and let someone else do the cooking. The kitchen at this Dillons churns out meals you can eat at one of their dine-in tables or take home to the family.

Home-style meals from the deli include hand-breaded fried chicken and roasted rotisserie chicken. Other offerings vary by day but may include enchiladas, barbecue ribs, lasagna and barbecue chicken — all available with a variety of sides. If you're looking for something simple, try a made-to-order deli sandwich.

In the mood for something else? This store offers a Chinese kitchen with fresh, hot dishes.

Deli hours: Hot bar open from 10 a.m. - 8 p.m. daily; meat case from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily

Chinese kitchen hours: 11 a.m. - 9 p.m. daily (Updated 5/24/10)



Dillons

5720 SW 21st Street, Topeka

Go to the grocery store for lunch or dinner, and let someone else do the cooking. The kitchen at this Dillons churns out meals you can eat at one of their dine-in tables or take home to the family.

Home-style meals from the deli (open daily from 7 a.m. - 9 p.m.) include hand-breaded fried chicken and roasted rotisserie chicken. Other offerings vary by day but may include enchiladas, barbecue ribs, lasagna and barbecue chicken — all available with a variety of sides. If you're looking for something simple, try a made-to-order deli sandwich.

In the mood for something else? This store offers a Chinese kitchen (open daily from 11 a.m. - 9 p.m.) with fresh, hot dishes. (Updated 5/24/10)



Dillons

5311 S.W. 22nd Place, Topeka

When you just can't decide where to go for lunch or what to take home for dinner, the new Dillons store in Fairlawn Plaza is sure to have an answer.

Opened on Nov. 15, 2009, Dillons features a food-service area teeming with options. The Bistro offers sandwiches and home-style meals -- including fried or rotisserie chicken -- along with chef-made meals that change from day-to-day. There are separate salad, soup and sushi bars, a Chinese kitchen, a brick-oven pizzeria, a Mediterranean food bar, and Seattle's Best Coffee.

There's also a breakfast buffet from 7 to 10 a.m. Monday through Saturday and 6 to 10 a.m. Sunday, and, of course, a full-service bakery that offers individual desserts. Self-service coffee and soft drinks are available, too.

Seating is available indoors in the Bistro area and, when the weather is nice, outdoors as well. (Updated 5.24.10)



Golden Dragon Chinese Restaurant

1101 S. Kansas Ave., Topeka

Golden Dragon has become a mealtime destination for many Topekans who are hungry for good Chinese food in the downtown area. The atmosphere is casual and friendly. Battered shrimp, and chicken with onions are two popular choices from the buffet. Check out the buffet, when available, for dining in or to go.(Updated 5.28.10)



Golden Dynasty

5141 S.W. 29th St., Topeka

Golden Dynasty, located on the southeast corner of S.W. 29th and Fairlawn, has given busy Topekans good, authentic Chinese meals since 2000 with its drive-thru and carry-out service. (Updated 5.28.10)



Great Wall Chinese Restaurant

1336 S.W. 17th St., Topeka

Conveniently located near Washburn University, the Great Wall offers quick delivery of all your favorite Chinese cuisine to area addresses, and a casual dining environment for those looking for a sit-down restaurant. (Updated 5.28.10)