The best restaurants in Salina

16 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Big Cheese Pizza

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Need a break from cooking, Big Cheese Pizza is your reliable Salina move, with create-your-own pies, loaded specialties like the Perfect…

730 S Broadway Blvd

“Need a break from cooking, Big Cheese Pizza is your reliable Salina move, with create-your-own pies, loaded specialties like the Perfect 10, and comfort extras from wings to spaghetti and cinnamon sticks. Order a gooey "The Big Cheese Pizza" this week, invite a friend, call it a win.”

From the Salina newsletter, August 5, 2026

Hunt Brothers Pizza

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

2124 N Hedville Rd

“Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.”

Hickory Hut BBQ

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Simple, counter-serve stalwart dishing up down-home BBQ staples, such as brisket, ribs & burnt ends.

1617 W Crawford St

“Simple, counter-serve stalwart dishing up down-home BBQ staples, such as brisket, ribs & burnt ends.”

Tucson's Steakhouse Saloon & Grill

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Family-friendly Western-style steakhouse & sports bar serving American fare & cocktails.

2750 S 9th St

“Family-friendly Western-style steakhouse & sports bar serving American fare & cocktails.”

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QDOBA Mexican Eats

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A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.

2300 Planet Ave

“A menu of customizable Mexican food served in a modern restaurant, plus takeout & catering.”

Spangles

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Regional fast-food chain offering burgers, sandwiches, fries, ice cream & breakfast items.

1720 W Crawford St

“Regional fast-food chain offering burgers, sandwiches, fries, ice cream & breakfast items.”

IHOP

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Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.

2273 S 9th St

“Long-standing chain serving a wide variety of pancakes & other American breakfast & diner fare.”

Five Guys

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Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.

3015 S 9th St

“Fast-food chain with made-to-order burgers, fries & hot dogs, plus free peanuts while you wait.”

Applebee's Grill + Bar

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Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.

2875 S 9th St

“Full-service chain bar & grill providing hearty American eats in an informal setting.”

Hog Wild Pit Bar-B-Q

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Counter-serve BBQ chain serving ribs, brisket & pulled pork in a low-key atmosphere.

2525 Market Pl

“Counter-serve BBQ chain serving ribs, brisket & pulled pork in a low-key atmosphere.”

Pizza Hut

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Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.

1200 S Santa Fe Ave

“Popular delivery, carry-out & dine-in chain known for pizza, wings & pasta, plus sides & desserts.”

Papa Murphy's | Take 'N' Bake Pizza

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Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.

2365 S 9th St Ste C

“Chain outlet offering build-your-own takeaway pizzas, to be cooked at home.”

Hunt Brothers Pizza

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Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.

100 N Broadway Blvd

“Convenience store-based pizza chain doling out create-your-own pies along with wings.”

Papa Johns Pizza

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Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.

1650 S Ohio St

“Pizza take-out & delivery chain offering classic & specialty pizzas, plus wings, sides & desserts.”

Gambino's Pizza

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Low-key chain pizzeria specializing in traditional, thin & pan pies with classic topping combos.

2000 S 9th St

“Low-key chain pizzeria specializing in traditional, thin & pan pies with classic topping combos.”

Old Chicago Pizza + Taproom

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Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

214 S Santa Fe Ave

“Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.”

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