Things To Do
The Roost
The Roost is a breakfast and lunch restaurant in the heart of downtown Lawrence, Kansas. We offer a warm, clean, and hospitable environment where groups and individuals can gather, settle in and belong. We believe food is an essential building block of family, friendship, and culture. We delight in consistently creating quality breakfast, lunch, pastries, and beverages with extra attention to detail. Our knowledgeable staff members are excited to welcome you into our neighborly culture. A favorite breakfast spot and even better bloody mary's!
Ladybird Diner
A classic diner vibe, featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives! Meg, the owner, has also been seen on Guy's Grocery Games, but Lawrence loves her best for the remarkable efforts she brought our community during the pandemic to feed us. Don't miss the gem and do yourself a favor and order multiple kinds of pie!
1900 Barker on Mass
Croissants and pastries to die for! This bakery is up for James Beard nominations year after year. Find them on Mass St or at 1900 Barker (the original location). Pro tip--order online the night before so you are sure to get your top pick, the favorites sell out fast!
The Bourgeois Pig
If you are looking for a cocktail or a coffee or maybe both, then this is your spot!
Free State Brewing Company
In 1989, Free State Brewing Company became the first legal brewery in Kansas in over 100 years. This is the best place to grab a craft beer and some fish and chips!
715 Restaurant
Fine dining Italian fare. A local favorite for sure!
Merchants Pub & Plate
Great food and 30 beers on tap! Great stop for small plates and a drink.
JB’s Cali Fusion
Jb's Cali Fusion offers Cali-Mex and fusion foods. California style burritos, loaded fries, agua frescas, tacos, and more!
The Merc Co+op
Our local co-op grocery store filled with local goodies, great organic produce, salad bar and more.
Allen Fieldhouse
The home of basketball (ROCKCHALK!) Come see where it all began.
Jayhawk Boulevard
Take a stroll down Jayhawk Boulevard to get a feel for what gives this college town it's spirit!
Phoenix Gallery
A great art gallery filled with talent all around Kansas. Find great jewelry, ceramics, woodworking and more.
Wonder Fair
Our favorite spot to shop for art supplies and other gifts for creatives.
The Raven Book Store
A local bookstore filled with good reads and of course a cuddly cat!
Sylas and Maddy's Homemade Ice Cream
Enjoy some of the best ice cream! Enjoy your cone in South Park just a block away!