These 15 Topeka restaurants stay open late to satisfy anyone's late-night cravings

Keishera Lately, Topeka Capital-Journal
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Getting a bite to eat in the capital city seems to never be a problem, but getting one after 9 p.m. can be more challenging.

You may have missed family dinner, worked late or just want a bedtime snack and are questioning your options. We've rounded up 15 spots that are open after 9 p.m. or even midnight. Some are open 24/7.

Whether it's breakfast, pizza or a burger, night owls need to eat too — here are choices for all to enjoy.

Denny's

The Southwest Denny's, 3210 S.W. Topeka Blvd., offers an all-day breakfast, lunch or dinner menu to customers. Whether you're building your own Grand Slam or enjoying a classic dinner, they've got you covered.

Closing time: Open 24 hours every day.

IHOP

Fresh Berry Crepes can be found on the IHOP menu. Both Topeka locations are open 24 hours a day.
Fresh Berry Crepes can be found on the IHOP menu. Both Topeka locations are open 24 hours a day.

The IHOPs at 1731 S.W. Wanamaker Road and 551 N.W. US-24 highway provide all-day service with "World Famous Pancakes and Crepes," "Griddle Faves," Pancake Combos and more.

Closing time: Open 24 hours daily.

Burger King

Whether it's the classic whopper meal or the unique Rodeo Burger, Burger King has a meal for you along with its shakes, frozen frosties and desserts.

Closing time: Midnight daily.

Fat Shack

Options vary at Fat Shack, 1418 S.W. Lane St., with choices like the Fat Shack Sandwich or a Fat Veggie — with mozzarella sticks, onion rings, french fries, lettuce, tomato and ranch on it. Multiple Fat Sandwiches are available along with Philly cheesesteak, wings, appetizers and more.

Closing time: 1 a.m. Sunday-Wednesday, 3 a.m. Thursday-Saturday.

Gerardo's Mexican Food

Enjoy Mexican-styled food choices at Gerardo's Mexican Food, 3506 S.W. Topeka Blvd. Choices include California burritos and carne asada tacos made with grilled steak served on soft corn tortillas. Drinks include different flavored Jarritos, Sidral Mundet and more.

Closing time: Open 24 hours daily.

Abigail's Grill & Bar

At Abigail's Grill & Bar, 3701 S.W. Plaza Drive, one can enjoy nachos, a chicken tender basket, Abigail's steak Philly and more. You can also try the $1.50 bone-in or boneless wings.

Closing time: Midnight daily.

Jeremiah Bullfrogs

The Wagon Wheel burger at Jeremiah Bullfrogs comes with hickory sauce brushed onto the patty and is topped with bacon and American cheese.
The Wagon Wheel burger at Jeremiah Bullfrogs comes with hickory sauce brushed onto the patty and is topped with bacon and American cheese.

Jeremiah Bullfrogs, 2827 S.W. Wanamaker Road, offers salads and soups, wraps, burgers, nacho platters, shrimp and more. You can also stop by on Thursdays for a Thirsty Thursday special.

Closing time: 1 a.m. daily.

43 Ten Pizza Co.

Pizza options at 43 Ten Pizza Co., 4310 S.W. 21st St., include the 43 Ten Cheese, All Meat, Super Veggie, Bacon Cheeseburger and others. Soft pretzels or toasted ravioli are among the many appetizers to check out.

Closing time: 2 a.m. daily.

Topper's Pizza

A Toppers Pizza employee in Lawrence cuts a pie for a delivery.
A Toppers Pizza employee in Lawrence cuts a pie for a delivery.

Grab house pizza flavors like Topper's Classic, Loaded Tot-zza, Buffalo Chicken and more at Topper's Pizza, 2613 S.W. 21st St. Topper's Pizza sides include beer-battered cheese curds, loaded tater mac, buffalo mac and others.

Closing time: 3 a.m. daily.

Wings Etc.

Made-to-order sandwiches, various seafood options, freshly made salads and more are some of the things you can expect when dining at Wings Etc., 2139 S.W. Fairlawn Plaza Drive. Oreo churros and funnel cake fries can also be found on the menu for dessert.

Closing time: 11 p.m. Sunday-Thursday, midnight Friday-Saturday.

Speck's Bar and Grill

Skyler Stanley slices a 3-pound Speck Burger as staff members refined the menu before reopening under new ownership in early July.
Skyler Stanley slices a 3-pound Speck Burger as staff members refined the menu before reopening under new ownership in early July.

Enjoy the classic Speck’s burger, an oversized hamburger cut into eight slices and meant to be shared, at Speck's Bar and Grill, 2105 S.W. Mission Ave.

Closing time: 2 a.m. Monday through Saturday, closed on Sundays.

Jefferson's

Jefferson's, 2915 S.W. Wanamaker Road, has raw and baked oysters, loaded macaroni and cheese, burgers, salads and more to enjoy for your late-night cravings. A new fried pickle chicken sandwich is also on the menu.

Closing time: 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday, 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, 9 p.m. Sunday.

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Bar N Grill

Bar N Grill, 2121 S.W. Belle Ave., features unique options like barnballs, hand-breaded gizzards, onion strings and more. Burgers and sandwiches are also available.

Closing time: 2 a.m. Monday-Thursday, 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday, 2 a.m. Sunday.

Johnny's Tavern

Enjoy snacks like crispy cauliflower and Brussels sprouts or grilled shrimp skewers at Johnny's Tavern, 2821 S.W. Fairlawn Road, Johnny's Tavern also features salads and jambalaya, tacos, stone oven pizzas and more.

Closing time: 11 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Sunday, midnight Friday and Saturday.

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The Shack Bar and Grill

Stay up late with a meal and drink at the Shack Bar and Grill, 2842 S.E. 29th St. Its menu of salads, nachos, chili, chicken, fish and more are all available.

Closing time: 10 p.m. Monday-Thursday and Sunday, 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

Keishera Lately is the business reporter for the Topeka Capital-Journal. She can be reached at klately@cjonline.com. Follow her on Twitter @Lately_KT.

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