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Restaurants Near You in Topeka, KS
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Topeka, KS by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is The Wheel Barrel with a 4.7-star rating from 1,416 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Cook's American Grill and North Star. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Topeka is 4.4 stars from 1,341 reviews per business on average.
Restaurants in Topeka range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).
Rankings updated June 13, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
The Meltdown
The Meltdown stands out as the top-ranked restaurant in Topeka due to its unique gourmet grilled cheese concept and consistently high customer ratings.
Most Reviewed
LongHorn Steakhouse
A high review count indicates broad popularity and a reliable dining experience that many customers have taken the time to evaluate.
For a unique local flavor, try The Meltdown or Paisano's Ristorante; if you prefer a familiar chain with many reviews, LongHorn Steakhouse is a safe bet. Reservations are recommended for popular spots like Abigail's Oakland Grill and Bar on weekends.
Local Market Snapshot
20
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4.4★
Avg rating
1,341
Avg reviews
Jun 13, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Restaurants
4.7 stars from over 1,400 Google reviews, reflecting consistently positive local dining experiences.
925 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66608, USA4.6 stars from over 1,100 Google reviews makes this a trusted Topeka spot.
1936 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA4.5 stars from over 1,000 Google reviews, reflecting strong local approval.
1100 NW 25th St, Topeka, KS 66618, USARestaurants Rankings in Topeka, KS
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | The Wheel Barrel925 N Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66608, USA | 4.7★ | 1,416 |
| #2 | Cook's American Grill1936 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA | 4.6★ | 1,115 |
| #3 | North Star1100 NW 25th St, Topeka, KS 66618, USA | 4.5★ | 1,095 |
| #4 | The Pennant915 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66612, USA | 4.4★ | 2,990 |
| #5 | LongHorn Steakhouse1915 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA | 4.4★ | 2,117 |
| #6 | Blue Moose3030 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA | 4.2★ | 1,822 |
| #7 | Jefferson's2915 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA | 4.4★ | 1,495 |
| #8 | The White Linen112 SW 6th Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA | 4.7★ | 315 |
| #9 | The Weather Room920 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66612, USA | 4.4★ | 267 |
| #10 | The Meltdown3210 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611, USA | 3.6★ | 81 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Restaurants in Topeka
A Topeka favorite with 4.4 stars from nearly 3,000 reviews.
915 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
4.4 stars from over 2,100 Google reviews, indicating consistently solid local dining.
1915 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Known for consistent quality, this Topeka restaurant holds a solid 4.2-star rating from over 1,800 reviews.
3030 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Praised by thousands of diners, this Topeka restaurant holds a strong 4.4-star rating.
2915 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Praised by hundreds of locals, this Topeka restaurant holds a strong 4.7-star rating.
112 SW 6th Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Shoppers rate this Topeka restaurant 4.4 stars from over 260 reviews.
920 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66612, USA
81 Google reviews give this Topeka restaurant a mixed 3.6-star rating.
3210 SW Topeka Blvd, Topeka, KS 66611, USA
4.2 stars from over 1,300 Google reviews, a trusted local choice.
2821 SW Fairlawn Rd, Topeka, KS 66614, USA
Trusted by diners with a solid 4.2-star rating from over 1,000 reviews.
1521 SW 21st St, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from over 300 Google reviews, this Topeka restaurant is a local favorite.
2028 SW Gage Blvd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
4.3 stars from nearly 4,000 reviews, reflecting consistent local satisfaction.
417 SW 37th St, Topeka, KS 66611, USA
Over 2,600 Google reviews contribute to this restaurant's solid 4.3-star rating in Topeka.
1925 SW Wanamaker Rd, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from over 1,100 Google reviews.
705 S Kansas Ave, Topeka, KS 66603, USA
Consistently rated 4.4 stars from nearly 1,000 Google reviews in Topeka.
3701 SW Plaza Dr, Topeka, KS 66609, USA
4.6 stars from 255 Google reviews, a trusted choice for dining in Topeka.
2701 SW 17th St STE B, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
A solid 4.3-star rating from over 2,000 Google reviews.
4043 SW 10th Ave, Topeka, KS 66604, USA
4.4 stars from 282 Google reviews, indicating reliably solid customer satisfaction.
1909 NE Seward Ave, Topeka, KS 66616, USA
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Restaurants in Topeka, KS — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Wheel Barrel | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 1,416 |
| 2 | Cook's American Grill | 82/100 | 4.6 ★ | 1,115 |
| 3 | North Star | 80/100 | 4.5 ★ | 1,095 |
| 4 | The Pennant | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,990 |
| 5 | LongHorn Steakhouse | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 2,117 |
| 6 | Blue Moose | 75/100 | 4.2 ★ | 1,822 |
| 7 | Jefferson's | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 1,495 |
| 8 | The White Linen | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 315 |
| 9 | The Weather Room | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 267 |
| 10 | The Meltdown | 58/100 | 3.6 ★ | 81 |
Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · June 2026
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