El Gusto ICT does not mess around when it comes to tacos.

El Gusto ICT does not mess around when it comes to tacos.
I’ve been making the rounds ahead of Wichita Taco Fest , and El Gusto Mexican Eatery instantly jumped to the top of my list.
I already knew their burritos and quesadillas were fire—but these tacos? Next level 🥹
Easily some of the best I’ve ever had. Follow them now and make sure you hit their truck at Taco Fest this year.
Wouldn’t be surprised if they take home “Best Taco” this time around.

R Coffee House also known to many as The Riverside Perk

Growing up in Wichita, there are some places that will always be …
Joyland will always be Joyland.
Jack’s will always be Jack’s
And now joining them will be R Coffee House also known to many as The Riverside Perk.
The Riverside Perk established in the early 2000’s it quickly became a favorite of mine and many of my fellow students while I attended North High.
With light sandwiches and simple coffees to power through study sessions, this was a great place for the community.
In 2012, two brothers took the reigns and rebranded to R Coffee House.
With elevated food options and creative espresso focused drinks, the vibes remained the same and enhanced.
2025 is here now, and the brothers move to the next chapter of their life and so does this building.
The stories these walls could tell are only a fraction of all the memories and relationships created within them.
Best of luck to everyone, including the little coffee shop at the corner of 11th and Bitting ❤️ Thanks for the memories.

BURGER SPOTLIGHT: The Oklahoma Burger at Social Tap

4510 E 19th St N Suite #101
Wichita, KS
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M- Sat. 11 AM-11 PM
Sunday 11 AM – 8 PM
Double smash patties sizzled into sweet white onions, stacked with melty American cheese, Duke’s Mayonnaise , mustard, extra pickles, all hugged by a toasted potato bun. Pair it up with crispy golden tots and you’re in for a game-changing meal.
🍺 Wash it down with one of their 40+ beers on tap — including local legends like Nortons Brewing Company Juicebox Blood Orange Blonde (Wichita, KS 🍊 5% ABV).
💯 Fast, friendly service. Ridiculously good food. Ice-cold local beer.
If you haven’t been to Social Tap yet… what are you even doing?

Artichoke Sandwichbar East: Famously #8, Full of Flavor

If there’s a sandwich that could make you switch up your food tour—The Famous #8 might just be it. Powerful classics + new hits = a taste explosion every time.

📍 2959 N Rock Rd, Wichita, KS 67226 (Artichoke Sandwich Bar)
🕒 Mon-Thur: 11 AM-11 PM • Fri-Sat: 11 AM-12 AM • Sunday: Closed (Visit Wichita)

I showed up hungry and walked away impressed. I had to get The Famous #8 (turkey, bacon, Swiss, cream cheese, lettuce, tomato, grilled onion hoagie, Italian dressing & parm)—because some things are sacred. Then I tried the Seester: pastrami, crispy bacon, Swiss, cream cheese, spicy jalapeños, and tangy mustard. It was good—but next to the standard set by The Famous #8? It didn’t beat it, though it had its moments.

The vibe inside Artichoke East is cozy but lively, full of sandwich lovers and folks just out for deliciousness. Oh, and their drink Ernie’s Favorite? Spot on.

👉 Thanks for the visit, and let me know what you would like to see next.