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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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Saigon Restaurant

3200 S.W. 29th St., Topeka

Saigon Restaurant, where a Vietnamese chef cooks up fine dishes from Southeast Asia in a casual dining atmosphere, opened in 2007. (Updated 2/27/09)

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Bill's Diner

2134 N. Kansas Ave., Topeka

Owners Bill Brading and Lee Browning strive to make Bill's Diner a quick, affordable and, of course, delicious destination for diners of all walks of life.

The restaurant specializes in unfussy American favorites, including burgers, hot dogs, chicken fried steak and pulled pork sandwiches. The service is speedy, the help friendly and the food can't be beat. Be sure to try the weekly meatloaf special, made from a recipe Bill's wife has been using for 30+ years.

Look for Bill in the kitchen, grilling your burger to perfection and chatting up customers in the dining room.

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Oriental Express

5954 SW 29th Street, Topeka

From the same owners as Jade Garden, Oriental Express offers a second Asian restaurant featuring different Asian cuisines designed to suit any palette. Enjoy your favorite Chinese, Japanese and Korean dishes in this fast-food restaurant just off Wanamaker. Be surprised by the delicious tastes. This restaurant also features a sushi bar with well-trained sushi chefs. (Updated 3/23/09)

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Quinton's Bar & Deli

4121 S.W. Huntoon, Topeka

The newest addition to Gage Center's collection of restaurants and bars, Quinton's specializes in gourmet sandwiches and bread bowl soups -- “In bowls you can actually eat,” founder Steve Gaudreau says. Don't overlook Quinton's famous reubens, which come in several versions, or try a fresh salad.

The cozy, laid-back atmosphere features a 3,000-pound beam recycled from a circa 1800 railroad station and tables made from recycled wood. So kick back and enjoy one of the 12 beers on tap at the full-service bar (open until 2 a.m.) or choose from dozens of bottles. (Updated 10.20.09)

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Tuptim Thai

2949 S. Kansas Ave., Topeka

Tuptim Thai is a hidden gem of fine dining in Topeka. Serving a full menu of Thai favorites, Tuptim Thai will leave you craving their wonderful mix of sweet, hot and salty flavors until your next visit. Afraid of spicy food?

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Cookie Boutique

1801 S.W. Wanamaker, Topeka

The Cookie Boutique, located in West Ridge Mall, has a variety of delicious offerings, ranging from a single cookie for the mall browser to large, custom-made cookie orders, cakes and cookie cakes. Check out their special seasonal cookies. (Updated 5.12.10)

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Hunam Chinese Restaurant

5005 S.W. 29th, Topeka

Serving the Topeka community since the 1980s, Hunam offers friendly service and delicious Chinese cuisine in a quiet, comfortable atmosphere. For those on the go, there's take-out -- or free delivery with a $15 minimum purchase. Hunam also caters. (Updated 6.3.10)

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Henry’s Grill

2047 S.W. Topeka Blvd., Topeka

Now operated by Black Dog BarBQue and located on the main level of Topeka Harley-Davidson at 21st and Topeka, Henry’s Grill is a favorite hot spot for local BBQ.

The sandwiches of pulled pork, brisket or turkey rival the best you can find anywhere! Side dishes of cheez ‘n tators, beer beens or slaw and desserts of brownies or cream cheese pineapple pecan cake are receiving high marks from customers. Baby back ribs on Friday and Saturday are fall-off-the-bone delicious.

Catering and on-location private parties are available. Where else can you have a great lunch and walk 20 feet to shop for an new Harley? Have lunch at Henry’s Grill soon! (Updated 6.3.10)

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Tequila's

2911 S.W. 29th, Topeka

Opened in the Brookwood Shopping Center in February of 2009, Tequila's was formerly located in the College Hill neighborhood at S.W. 15th and Lane, Tequila's is a family-owned restaurant.

Owner Myrna Ayala said despite the change in location, she has had little trouble attracting new and former customers. (Updated 2/23/09)

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