Monday, August 17, 1998
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The University Daily Kansan
Section C · Page 7
Commentary
Cafes serve up savings
Cash-poor able to satisfy cravings for cheap food
Patrons gather for meals and drinks at Quintin's Bar and Deli. The restaurant offers a menu that fits students' budgets. Photo by Gwen Olson/KANSAN
By Leslie Potter
Kansan staff writer
Students often find themselves scraping the couches for spare change so they can satisfy their appetites.
Fortunately, Lawrence has many restaurants that offer delicious food at affordable prices.
Yello Sub, 624 W. 12th St. and 1814 W. 23rd St., offers a wide variety of sub sandwiches from the Mega Roast Beef to The Veggie. Prices range from $3.05 to $6.90.
"Our bread is baked from scratch every morning," said Chris Stolfus, an employee at Yello Sub. "And since Yello Sub is so close to campus, it has a college atmosphere."
The Glass Onion, a restaurant for vegetable lovers, is located directly above Yello Sub, 624 W. 12th St. The restaurant's menu includes omelettes, salads, homemade soups, sandwiches, burritos, vegetarian meals, smoothies made with real fruit, triple-thick shakes and nonfat yogurt shakes. The restaurant also offers nutritional additives, such as protein powder and bee pollen, to add to drinks. Prices range from $1.95 to $4.75.
Papa Keno's Pizzeria, 1035 Massachusetts St., offers huge slices of pizza with more than 40 toppings to choose from, such as almonds, zucchini and anchovies. A slice of pizza costs $2.15 with 55 cents for each additional topping. A Papa Specialty slice costs $2.20. A full-sized pizza costs $10.75 or $17.50 with additional charges for toppings.
"Our pizza is unique," said Joe Gebbs, Papa Keno's employee. "And since the slices are so large, you can definitely get filled up for a low price."
Massachusetts Street Delicatessen, 941 Massachusetts St..better known as the Mass. Street Deli, offers sandwiches, soups and salads for lunch. Prices range from
$3.15 to $6.25. For dinner, Mass. Street Deli offers sandwiches, salads, pizza and pasta. Prices range form $3.75 to $12.95. The restaurant has a sidewalk patio so that customers can eat outside while watching the activity on Massachusetts street.
Antique French posters from the 1800s to the 1930s line the walls of the deli. Bob Schumm, Mass. Street Deli owner, said he had collected the posters for a number of years.
Paradise Cafe, 728 Massachusetts St., offers delicious breakfast and lunch items from 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday and from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Sundays. Their famous Flap Jack pancakes and chicken enchiladas are just a few of the scrumptious dishes all made from scratch. Prices range from $2.00 to $5.95. The cafe also has a dinner menu with higher prices.
"Paradise Cafe is great because of its artistic atmosphere," said Steve McAnulla, Paradise Café employee.
Panchero's Mexican Grill, 814 S.
Massachusetts St., has a wide
variety of Mexican dishes, including
the famous El Gordo two-pound
burrito. Prices range form $1.19 to
$5.69.
"We have quality service, a friendly atmosphere and we serve our food fast," said Griselda Moran, a manager at Panchero's. "After the bars close and everyone's hungry, they head to Panchero's because we are open until three in the morning."
Quinton's Bar and Deli, 615 Massachusetts St., offers bread bowl soups, with the creamy potato bacon as the most popular, and sandwiches. The Jayhawk Sandwich consists of chicken, tomato, lettuce, cheese and Quinton's special house honey mustard sauce. Prices range from $4.25 to $5.95.
"our sandwiches are fabulous," said Paul Adams, an employee at Quinton's. "And hey, we have great drink specials."
Diners at Tellers, 746 Massachusetts, enjoy a leisurely lunch. The restaurant specializes in fine cuisine and also has a full bar. Photo by Graham K. Johnson/KANSAN
Commentary
Good taste easy to recognize, but might be harder to find
By Jonny Oakson Kansan staff writer
Coming back to school may incorporate late-night pizza deliveries or fast food drive-thru runs. But the average University of Kansas student has the opportunity to experience fine dining.
The desire to eat a real meal causes many students to seek culinary solace in a former bank.
Teller's, 746 Massachusetts St.,
offers a light Italian menu with
superb pastas. The ambiance is
overwhelming — dinners can
powder their noses in restrooms
constructed in the still-intact
safe — but so is the wait. Making
advance reservations is advised.
city, you might be intrigued with what Pachamama's staff calls a casual rainforest atmosphere. The restaurant, constructed from finished pine, stands out among the Alvamar Country Club golf range at 2161 Quail Creek Drive.
If your quest for fine dining drives you to the outskirts of the
Although Pachamama's prices may make you a little nervous, the appetizers are as incredible as the entrees. Of course, if you aren't forking over the money, who cares?
"If I had to confine my meal to an appetizer alone I would definitely choose the portobello mushrooms roasted with basil, garlic and pepperoncini," said Karen Gallo, Lawrence sophomore.
If you are of legal age,
Pachamache's World Cuisine
also serves gourmet wines from around the globe.
Another site famous for palatable food and wine is Fifi's, the Wine Spectator Magazine Award winner since 1991. The restaurant, located at 925 Iowa St., offers continental American cuisine.
"Most of our customers are Lawrence residents," said Mark Joyner, server's assistant. "All the kids come here for Prom, and all their grandparents come in on Sunday night."
Although it is a well kept secret to some University students, Fifi's gradually has expanded its reputation. The lamb and fresh seafood are delectable and its location allows for a post-dinner movie at the nearby Hillcrest Theatres.