Yopos

We did not begin our day intending to visit Osborne, KS. In fact, the only reason we were there was due to I-70 being closed (for some reason?) and thus forcing us to detour. My expectation for lunch was eating somewhere along I-70, which at least offers periodic exits with variable dining options. Instead, as we hit the noon hour, we were doing ~ the speed limit along US 24 heading west. This area is sparsely populated, with small farming towns at intervals of 8 - 12 miles along the route. We explored one and determined that the dining options were a Mexican place (closed), some food truck, a Pizza Hut, and a low-rated bar & grill. We kept driving. Osborne was one of the next towns. We passed their Pizza Hut (closed; why do Kansans like Pizza Hut so much?) and cruised the 3-block long downtown. We weren't sure whether Yopo's would be open, but it was!It is set back from the adjacent buildings a bit, with the set-back forming their small parking lot. We visited on a Thursday in late May. This was, in fact, the first dine-in restaurant experience we'd had since March! Somehow that made it a bit more special. The patrons were spread out a bit, but no one was masked, including the lone waiter. The customers seemed to be mostly travelers passing through; the locals mostly seemed to stop by for take-out. We got a table and waited. Service was a bit slow, but that was understandable since there was only one guy. The menu seemed fairly standard for a small Mexican place. They did have lunch specials so we each got one. The chips and salsa were pretty good. The food arrived and I was pleasantly surprised. I hadn't set my expectations very high, given the restaurant's location and lack of competition. However, the food was very much in-line with what you'd get at your average Tex-Mex place in and around larger cities. Everyone left satisfied. Prices were not high; I tried to leave a good tip. I was also gratified that they had mint patties for sale at the cashier counter! In the unlikely event that I am again in the vicinity of Osborne, KS I would not hesitate to return here for a meal.

Chicken fajitas were scrumptious! Loved the rice and beans, too.Found a gem in Osborne. Can't wait to come back.

Where would we be without our Yopo's! We love the food and the company at this local restaurant! Thank you for the great Mexican Food! We are so excited and privileged to have you as part of our community!