When you’re in Kansas, grabbing a steak is practically a rite of passage — but here in Wichita, the Heart of the Country, a great burger is just as essential.
Wichita is brimming with bars and grills serving up mouthwatering burgers, from classic patties to creative, one-of-a-kind creations. If you’re craving something beyond the ordinary, we’ve rounded up some unique burgers that are sure to satisfy your appetite.
6S Steakhouse
True to its upscale American steakhouse roots, 6S Steakhouse elevates the burger on its menu. Enjoy a blend of their in-house 28-day dry-aged ribeye, KC strip and filet topped with havarti cheese, garlic mayonnaise, tomato, arugula and bacon jam. This delectable burger, the 6S Signature Burger, is served on a brioche bun.
The Belmont
After finding murals in the Douglas Design District, quell your hunger and enjoy a refreshing cocktail made from scratch at The Belmont. Their cocktails aren’t the only thing handcrafted though! Their burgers and other menu items are made with quality ingredients and carefully prepared. Try the Smokestack, which is served on a toasted egg bun and “stacked” with housemade pickles, shredded lettuce, cheddar cheese, buttermilk fried onion straws and smokestack mayonnaise.
Bricktown Brewery
A burger that tastes like a home-cooked breakfast? Sure, why not! At Bricktown Brewery (east and west), you can order a burger – complete with a fried egg, hashbrowns, American cheese, sweet pepper bacon and burger sauce – to tackle your hunger and satisfy your craving for breakfast any time of day.
Dave & Buster's
Whether you decide to devour it all yourself or split it with a friend, the Buster’s Bacon Smashed Burger at Dave & Buster's is sure to quell your hunger. A tribute to the restaurant’s founder, this stand-out topping on this burger is the applewood smoked bacon combined with American cheese, bacon jam, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and their house-made bacon aioli – all on a toasted potato bun.
Deano’s Grill & Tapworks
In addition to being known as a great place to watch a game because of their 20-plus big screen televisions, Deano’s Grill & Tapworks is also known for their artisan wood-fired pizzas, housemade salads and mouthwatering burgers. On the unique side is their Fat Kid Deluxe, which comes with a juicy beef patty, cheddar cheese, Canadian bacon, mayonnaise and an over-easy egg all served on a brioche bun. Dine at their west Wichita location, Deano's On Pier 37, and enjoy lake views from their patio.
Fizz Burgers and Bottles
Keep it classic at Fizz Burgers & Bottles with their House Burger. Like all of the burgers on their menu, it is made with 100 percent fresh ground chuck that is double ground in-house and served on a toasted bun. Other distinctive varieties to try include their Blue Cheese, Spicy and Boursin Cheese. Wash it down with one of Fizz’s craft root beers or sodas.
The Hill Bar & Grill
Head over to The Hill Bar and Grill to fill up on good food and a wide selection of craft beers. Sure to please, their memorable Shack-Out Smash starts with your choice of single, double or triple smashed beef patties and is layered with American cheese, lettuce, tomato, red onion and special sauce on a potato roll.
Lotte
Chef Josh Rathbun puts a creative twist on the classic slider at Lotte. Each one crafted with care, the juicy, perfectly seasoned beef patties are topped with Miso mustard, Kabayaki and grilled scallion. Plus, the flavorful sesame brioche buns complement the fillings perfectly. Whether you're headed out for a date night a casual dinner with friends, the sliders at Lotte promise a mouthwatering treat that's sure to leave you craving more.
The Kitchen
The eats at The Kitchen and Express Kitchen aren’t just good, they’re Guy Fieri good. Literally. Owners Natasha and Scott have many award-winning menu items to prove it. While they have several burgers to choose from, their ooey-gooey ‘Shroom & Swiss burger stacks sauteed mushrooms, Swiss cheese and Dijon aioli on top of a half-pound, brisket-blend burger patty. Pair it with their housemade sweet potato fries for ultimate deliciousness.
Nortons Brewing Co.
For a mouthful of unique flavor, order the Norton Burger at Nortons Brewing Co. It’s a double bacon cheeseburger with two grilled cheese sandwiches for the buns. They start with two patties, top it with American cheese and their thick cut bacon strips and then add lettuce, tomato and mayonnaise – all in between grilled cheese goodness!
NuWay
If you’ve never had a crumbly burger, it’s time to change that! NuWay Burgers in Wichita has been serving its delicious and different “crumbly” burgers since 1930. It’s a flavor all its own and a Wichita tradition. Be sure to pair it with their housemade onion rings and root beer. Find them at two locations in Wichita: West Douglas and West Central.
Oasis Lounge
If you are feeling especially hungry and a bit adventurous, order The Widow Maker from Oasis Lounge. This popular local hangout is known for its scrumptious burgers. The Widow Maker takes it up a notch with a hamburger patty, polish sausage and bacon topped with a fried egg, ketchup, mustard, lettuce, onion, tomato and your choice of cheese. Try it with their homemade chips and leave with a smile on your face and a full belly.
River City Brewing Co.
In addition to 16 brews on tap, River City Brewing Co. offers a Classic Smash burger and a creative That’s My Jam variety, which features two beef patties, cream cheese, jalapeno jam and fried onion strings. Both smash burger varieties are made with Kansas beef, of course. You pick the type of cheese, and they make it fresh to order. Tack on a classic dessert and you’ll feel right at home at this brewery in Wichita’s Old Town District.
Stearman Field Bar & Grill
Some people think this burger should be called the Control Tower since its two half-pound patties stack tall and it’s served within a few hundred feet of an active airstrip. Since there is no control tower at Stearman Field (at the airport or in the bar & grill), they call their absurdly large burger the Big ’Merica. It’s one pound of local beef with pepper jack and cheddar cheese slices along with pickles, grilled onions and lettuce.
Tor Brewing
Tor Brewing in downtown Wichita dishes up juicy, flavorful patties pressed thin and seared to crispy-edged perfection. Known for their Original Smash, these burgers earn high praise for their depth of flavor. Whether you're stopping by on a trivia night or before an event at INTRUST Bank Arena, the lively atmosphere, friendly service and board games upstairs make it a must when visiting the Heart of the Country.
Still hungry for more? Other places to find mouthwatering burgers in Wichita include B&C Barbeque Pub and Grill, Bill's Charcoal Burger, Buster's Burger Joint, Calvin's Hamburger Haven, Dempsey’s Burger Pub, Five Guys, The Flying Stove, Public, Pumphouse, Redbird, The Rusty Nail, Small's Sliders, Social Tap - Northeast, Sport Burger, TJ's Burger House, Todds Creole Kitchen, Ty's Diner, West Street Burgers and many more. Did we miss one? Let us know at info@visitwichita.com.
For even more ideas on where to eat when you visit Wichita, check out our guide featuring more than 1,200 restaurants throughout the city.
