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The Topeka Capital-Journal
'Burnett's Mound' menu item popular at Topeka restaurant
Burnett's Mound is the highest point in Topeka. And Michelle West thinks the city’s culinary high point is the "Burnett's Mound" pancake wrap, named after that local landmark, at Hanover Pancake House. When asked on the Topeka Foodies Facebook page to identify the one dish in Topeka everyone should try, West picked the Burnett's Mound, a massive pancake wrapped around scrambled eggs, hash browns, sausage, bacon, ham and cheese. "It's essentially an entire homemade breakfast wrapped up (quite literally!) into one delicious dish," West said in a message to The Capital-Journal on Facebook Messenger. "It's perfect for sharing with a friend or two over a nice brunch, and even better, you get to support a local business while enjoying some really great food." Topeka restaurant owner got idea from New Jersey eatery The Burnett's Mound is among the most popular items on the menu at Hanover Pancake House, 1034 S. Kansas Ave., said Scott Albrecht, who owns that restaurant with his wife, Jean Albrecht. The downtown restaurant has been open since 1969 and still has the atmosphere of a classic 1960s diner. Hanover Pancake House was owned by Scott Albrecht's father, Don Albrecht, from 1970 until he retired and Scott
The Topeka Capital-Journal
3 Topeka grocery stores named among the best
USA TODAY has released its list of the 10 best grocery stores in the United States for 2026. Three of the supermarkets included in the top 10 have locations you can visit in Topeka. USA TODAY 10Best ranked U.S. grocery stores for their value, selection and service. The 10 best grocery stores were nominated by an expert panel and voted on by readers. The ranking was released in early September. Three chains with Topeka locations made the list: Kroger, Aldi and Hy-Vee. Here's where they landed. Kroger Kroger, the parent company of Dillons, came in at No. 10 on the 10best list. Kroger is synonymous with one-stop shopping, offering groceries, baked goods, in-store dining, wine and beer, and even a pharmacy. Shoppers love the enormous selection of items across several departments, as well as affordable pricing on high-quality house brands. Kroger Plus members enjoy even more savings with digital coupons and discounted fuel, said the ranking. There are six Dillons located in Topeka. Dillons operates as a regional division of the Kroger Co., which acquired Dillons Companies Inc. in 1983. The Topeka locations include the following: Cali California Dillons, 2010 SE 29th St. North Dillons, 800 NW 25th St. 10th
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Diners Who Work Through The Whole Menu At This Family-Run Olathe, Kansas Spot Say The Enchiladas Win
Some families order one thing and call it a night. Others take on an entire menu, every meat included, and then crown a champion at the end. In one Olathe strip mall, that challenge has been tried, and the winner was the enchiladas. The place also has a little robot that rolls your food to the table, which is a fun bonus for kids and grown-ups alike.
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Amigos Locos Opens in Topeka With Ribeye Tacos and a Local Menu
Amigos Locos and Cantina opened earlier in October at 4745 NW Hunters Ridge Circle in Topeka, bringing a five-taco “top-shelf” lineup that includes gaonera ribeye, al pastor, quesabirria, shrimp and arrachera, The Topeka Capital-Journal reported. The ribeye taco pairs the meat with grilled Oaxaca cheese on corn tortillas and a grilled poblano, according to the newspaper.
johnsoncountypost.com
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Plans for new Lenexa Hy-Vee grocery store and gas station advance
More details about a proposed shopping center in Lenexa that includes a new Hy-Vee grocery store emerged as the city’s governing body agreed to move it forward. On Nov. 2, the Lenexa Planning Commission recommended approval for a preliminary plan and plat for the proposed Hy-Vee & The Shops at Freedom Fields, an over 32-acre project near 83rd Street and Kansas Highway 7. The vote was 8-0 with Commissioner Cara Wagner absent.
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New Yemeni coffee shop coming soon to Leawood
Not long after Mission got its first Yemeni coffee shop, it appears to be another Johnson County city’s turn. Qamaria, a Yemeni coffee company that got its start in Michigan, has filed plans to open a new storefront soon in Leawood. Qamaria is coming to 3731 W. 133rd St.
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The Topeka Capital-Journal
Amigos Locos brings fresh ‘Midwest Mexican’ dining
Michelle Rodriguez got her golden ticket and fulfilled her dream of starting a Mexican restaurant. Huston Hospitality owner Scott Huston brought her into the fold and let her work to bring a new dining experience to her hometown. "A golden ticket like Willy Wonka," Rodriguez said. "It was really surreal, just like seeing it and like seeing people eating the food and like seeing my logo on that really big wall. It was really surreal." Earlier in October, Amigos Locos , located at 4745 NW Hunters Ridge Circle , launched. Rodriguez said working with Huston on the project was amazing. "Creating a Mexican bar and grill has always been my dream," Rodriguez said. "I grew up here in Topeka. So, I just knew that there was a love for Midwest Mexican food; if that's a thing." Amigos Locos brings a Midwest Mexican menu As opposed to Tex-Mex, Rodriguez said the menu at Amigos Locos offers a more Midwestern style to the Americanized Mexican cuisine. "I think Midwest Mexican food is exactly what Tex-Mex is with — I think I would say — a lot more homegrown ingredients," Rodriguez said, "We lean into more — what are they (called) — board