We here at Only in Kansas love a good meal and---like we recently stated---great food is easy to come by here in the Sunflower State. Today's featured restaurant, however, is about more than just great food. In fact, it is about great food, fascinating history and an ambiance unlike any other. Welcome to Assaria's Renaissance Cafe:
Located just south of Salina, this charming Assaria cafe isn't housed in a generic stand alone building; it is housed in the old 1919 Assaria High School Building.
While all of this is fun and unique, the pièce de résistance of the Renaissance Cafe is that the restaurant seating surrounds the original 1919 sunken gymnasium.
The weekly specials are constantly changing, so make sure to check the cafe's website. (Trust us; whatever dish you choose is guaranteed to be amazing!)
There's something inherently wholesome and old-fashioned about a small-town ice cream parlor. I'm not talking about the kind of fast casual chain where you can get "slabs" of frozen concoctions or perhaps a cup of miniature ice cream dots... no, I'm talking about the kind of ice cream parlor where you can order a malted milkshake or banana split, made to order with lots of love. The kind of ice cream parlor like Aunt B's in Sedan, Kansas.
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Not only is Aunt B's *the* place to do for a sweet treat in Sedan, it's also *the* place to go for a homemade lunch in this tiny Kansas town! We love a coffee, ice cream, or fresh pastry from this small town cafe -- and so does pretty much everyone who visits. Aunt B's is your quintessential small-town ice cream parlor, and it fits in perfectly in Sedan, your quintessential small town in Kansas.
Welcome to Aunt B's Ice Cream Shop, Bakery, & Coffee House. It's housed in a gorgeous storefront along Sedan's bustling Main Street, and inside truly feels like a step back in time in all the best ways. (Except, this old-timey ice cream parlor has QR codes! Best of both worlds, friends.) Here, they do a multitude of things that all taste amazingly sweet. Starting in 2019, this beautiful shop has been selling amazing coffee, fresh pastries, and other sweet treats or homemade goods to anyone passing through town.
Fresh baked goods are always stocked behind the bakery counter: scones, muffins, twists, cinnamon rolls... regardless of what you're craving, you'll find it at Aunt B's! Their coffee ranges from regular black to decaf, lattes, cappuccinos, blended, and even LL Cool K, a coffee ice cream shake that shouldn't be passed up if you can handle the sweetness. Coffee and ice cream just go well together.
In addition to a robust menu of sweet and savory items, this small business in Kansas also sells handmade home goods, which could be a nice find for yourself or a gift. (During the holidays, you'll often find the most darling decor inside the cafe... and it's often for sale, too!)
More than merely a small business in small-town Kansas, Aunt B's is truly part of the heart and soul of Sedan, Kansas. What it lacks in population (Sedan is home to around 1,000 residents), it more than makes up for in town spirit and pride. Aunt B's is an inextricable part of its town, supporting Sedan in so many ways. Not only does Aunt B's proudly employ local high school students, providing invaluable "on the job" training, but the business also regularly gives back to the community through fundraising, donations for events and projects, and supporting local makers and artisans.
Aunt B's is exactly the kind of warm and welcoming place you'd expect to find in a charming Midwestern town like Sedan, and this town sure is lucky to have such a pillar in the community. We heard about this amazing little cafe from our readers, and are always happy to share the small business love! If you'reinterested to learn about other unique American small businesses, our Small Business Spotlight series highlights the often-overlooked work of small business owners across the country, from Maine to Southern California.
Of course, Aunt B's is one of many amazing businesses in Kansas that’s doing great things in the state. If you have another local gem you’d like to see profiled on Only In Kansas, please nominate them for a chance to be featured. And be sure to follow Only In Kansas on Facebook and Instagram to stay in the know on the state’s events, restaurants, local businesses, and hidden gems.
Serving Delectable Pastries and Changing Lives, MOXI Junction Is A Must-Visit Bakery In Kansas
MOXI Junction in Maize, Kansas, is a bakery that offers delicious pastries and supports young adults with special needs through employment and community events.
The Sunflower State is dotted with bakeries that serve delicious, fresh pastries that will make your mouth water. One of these bakeries looks like a traditional bakery on the outside, but inside, it is life-changing — literally. MOXI Junction, located in Maize, is a bakery in Kansas that you will not want to miss.
You will have a difficult time choosing just one item on the menu. This bakery serves all types of delicious goodies including bread, muffins, scones, cookies, and more.
MOXI Junction is the perfect place to sit back, enjoy your food, and unwind. You will find seating both indoors and outdoors or you can pick up your yummy pastries at the drive-thru.
This bakery’s mission is to assist young adults with special needs. MOXI Junction provides employment opportunities and job training to these individuals in a fun and exciting atmosphere.
MOXI Junction also hosts various events to bring the community together including outside storytime for young children and live music events. It truly is one small business that puts its community first.
To learn more about MOXI Junction, its hours, upcoming events, and mission, visit its official Facebook page. Have you ever eaten at this bakery? If so, we’d love to hear more about your experience.
If you are looking for another unique and delicious bakery in the Sunflower State, check out Flint Hills Market and Bakery.
