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What to order
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Burgers
Mentioned multiple times as a standout item, with reviews calling them awesome, delicious, and perfectly cooked. Specific burgers like the Double Bacon Me Crazy Burger, PBJ Burger, and Super Smash Burger were all praised for great flavor and quality.
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Milkshakes
Frequently recommended for being delicious, unique, and worth visiting for. Reviews specifically praised the classic shakes, deluxe milkshakes, and s'mores shake, with one guest saying they exceeded expectations.
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French fries
A recurring favorite across reviews, especially for being crispy, hot, fresh, and well-seasoned. Variations like Garlic Parmesan fries, Cajun fries, and curly cheesy fries were all highlighted positively.
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Chicken sandwich
Called amazing by a reviewer who noted the fried chicken was not overly breaded and had great flavor, making it a strong recommendation from staff suggestions.
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Wings
Specifically recommended as great in one review, with the habanero wings singled out as a tasty choice.
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Chips and queso
Mentioned positively in one review as excellent, with the chips and queso described as a very good appetizer option.
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Monte Cristo
Praised directly as fantastic, with the reviewer also noting the fries were crispy and fresh, making this sandwich a highlighted menu item.
Details
Hours
| Monday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
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| Tuesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Thursday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM to 10 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM to 9 PM |
About The Pennant
Burgers & other American chow, offered with shakes & beer, plus vintage arcade games & bowling.
Amenities
Service options
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Fast service
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great dessert
- Serves local specialty
- Sports
Popular for
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair accessible entrance
- Wheelchair accessible parking lot
- Wheelchair accessible restroom
- Wheelchair accessible seating
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
- Free Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Trendy
Crowd
- College students
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- Tourists
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- Good for kids birthday
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
- Paid parking lot
Frequently asked
What is The Pennant known for?
The Pennant is best known for its burgers, shakes, and retro arcade setup, including pinball and classic games upstairs. Reviewers also call out the fast service and the large menu, which makes it a popular stop in Topeka for both food and entertainment.
What dishes are most recommended at The Pennant?
Reviewers repeatedly recommend the mac and cheese bites, garlic parmesan fries, burgers like the double bacon burger and PBJ burger, and the chicken sandwich. Other frequently praised items include wings, chips and queso, tater tot nachos, and the chocolate or deluxe milkshakes.
What is the atmosphere like at The Pennant?
The Pennant has a casual, trendy feel with a lively arcade and bowling area, so it can be noisy upstairs when the games are busy. Reviewers say the downstairs seating is quieter, which works better for a more relaxed meal, while the upstairs suits groups and families who want the arcade experience.
Is The Pennant good value, and what is the price range?
The Pennant is in the $10 to $20 range, and reviewers often say the portions, food quality, and entertainment make it worth the price. One review noted a full meal, drinks, and all-you-can-play arcade time for less than $60, which suggests good value if you want food plus activities.
When is the best time to visit The Pennant?
Several reviews mention getting seated right away earlier in the afternoon, while dinner rush can be busier and noisier, especially upstairs by the arcade. If you want a quieter visit, the downstairs dining area is a better choice, and if you want the arcade, the upstairs is the main draw.
Is parking available at The Pennant?
Yes. Free parking lot, Free street parking, Paid parking lot is available.
Does The Pennant have vegetarian options?
Yes, The Pennant offers vegetarian options.
Is The Pennant kid-friendly?
Yes, The Pennant is good for kids.
