Mexican

Arturo's Mexican Restaurant

105 S.E. 10th, Topeka

Aturo's opened in 2006, offering authentic Mexican foods in a friendly, casual atmosphere. In the downtown business district, Arturo's is a favorite lunch spot with a quick kitchen and staff, making a sit-down lunch fast and enjoyable. (Updated 3.29.10)

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Avila's Mexican Restaurant

10025 N.W. US-24 Highway, Silver Lake

This small, family-owned and operated Mexican restaurant offers up crowd-pleasing sopaipillas and chili con queso. Located just a few blocks from Silver Lake High School, it can pack a crowd on game nights. (Updated 3.31.10)

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Café Holliday

800 S.W. 12th, Topeka

For 14 years, family-owned and operated Café Holiday has offered its Mexican-American cuisine to a diverse clientele in a friendly, lively atmosphere that is a bit off the beaten path. Dinner is served on Fridays (5-8 p.m.) and breakfast on Saturdays (7:30 a.m. opening). (Updated 4.14.10)

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Carlos O'Kelly's Mexican Cafe

3425 S. Kansas Ave, Topeka

Carlos O'Kelly's opened the doors to its friendly, family-dining Mexican restaurant in 1985. It offers a popular lunch buffet ($6.99) during the week, arguably the best chili con queso in town and weekly margarita specials. The daily food specials ensure that you'll get good value for your dollar. (Updated 4.12.10)

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Casa Authentic Mexican Food

3320 S.W. Topeka Blvd., Topeka

Since 1969, diners with a healthy appetite have enjoyed Casa Autentic Mexican Restaurant. Casa's buffets, featuring enchiladas, tacos and nachos, keep Topeka's lunch and dinner crowds happy. If you prefer, order your favorite Mexican dish from the regular menu. Finish your buffet or meal with a serving of Casa's Fried Ice Cream! (Updated 4.14.10)

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Casa Ramos Mexican Restaurant

837 S.W. Fairlawn Road, Topeka

Casa Ramos is a family-owned restaurant featuring a cozy "rise-and-shine" decor, in the words of one employee. Descended from a Casa Ramos chain in California and first opened in Kansas in Emporia, the Topeka store serves authentic Mexican cuisine in a warm, relaxed and festive atmosphere. "If you want a taste of heaven, come to Casa Ramos," manager Alvaro Ramos says.

The family-oriented restaurant serves lunch from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, while offering daily lunch and dinner specials. On Sundays, kids eat for 50 percent off. There are 99-cent margaritas Monday through Thursday and 99-cent Budweiser and Bud Light draws every day. Don't forget to look for the rubber chicken! (Updated 5.7.10)

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Chili's Grill & Bar

2021 S.W. Wanamaker, Topeka

Chili's, which opened in Topeka in 1992, offers diners a wide variety of Americanized meal options with a Tex-Mex twist. Enjoy great food in a fun, family-friendly atmosphere. Chili's is a proud sponsor of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in the fight against childhood cancer. (Updated 4.14.10)

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Chipotle Mexican Grill

2040 S.W. Wanamaker, Topeka

Opened in 2006, Chipotle offers awesome, street-vendor style burritos (the kind it takes two hands to hold). Chipotle is the perfect establishment for the socially and environmentally conscious consumer. The corporation is dedicated to serving hormone-free beef and chicken, free range pork, and organic beans as much as possible. (Updated 5.7.10)

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Cielito Lindo’s Mexican Restaurant

2222 SW Washburn Ave., Topeka

Cielito Lindo's takes it name from a line in a traditional Spanish folk song meaning “pretty little sky.” Owner Dionicio Zaragosa is hoping to recreate the success of the his Lawrence location.

The flavorful menu includes signature dishes such as vegetarian fajitas made with grilled mushrooms, broccoli, cauliflower, zucchini, bell pepper, onion and tomatoes; and the Molcajete - a combination of steak, chicken, shrimp and pork cooked with onions, bell peppers and tomatoes. (Updated 5.7.10)

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El Centinela Mexican Restaurant

2121 S.W. Belle Ave., Topeka

The Zaragoza brothers -- Pedro, Roberto and Tomas -- may have moved El Centinela to a new location, but the food remains mouth-watering Mexican. Originally on S.W. 29th, the new restaurant is spacious, with a party room that can seat 40 and a separate bar. There's a special lunch menu, a full array of margaritas and bottled beers, and a couple flatscreen TVs so you won't miss the big game.
(Updated 5.19.10)

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