Wichita Will Get ‘Extra with Every Bite’ as Newk’s Eatery Launches First Kansas Location

Thriving fast-casual brand expands to new territory with free food, ribbon cutting and a community celebration

Wichita, KS  (RestaurantNews.com)  Newk’s Eatery debuts its first Sunflower State location on Dec. 10 at 10310 E 13th St N. Opening at The Waterfront on Wichita’s East Side, the new eatery invites guests to enjoy fresh meals and a welcoming atmosphere. The dining room can seat up to 146 guests and has one of the largest Wichita flag murals in the city.

The grand opening begins with a VIP event on Saturday, the 6th, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, December 10th. The first 100 guests through the doors on opening day will receive either a free slice of cake or a free drink.

“We have been looking forward to bringing Newk’s Eatery to Wichita for a long time,” said  Melody Matulewic, franchise owner of Newk’s Eatery. “Our team values hospitality and service and we believe this community will connect with that. Opening here allows us to share food that is made with care and welcome people into a space that feels positive and comfortable.”

Co-owner Scott Hatchett added that the menu will offer something familiar to all kinds of guests.

“Newk’s Eatery has a warm approach to gathering around fresh food,” said Hatchett. “Whether people want to dine in or take a meal home, we want this location to be a place where people feel appreciated and enjoy good flavor at their own pace. We are excited to introduce Wichita to Newk’s.”

Newk’s Wichita will operate daily from 10:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. Guests can expect a bright dining room, attentive service and a range of choices suited for lunch, dinner or take-home meals.

For more information, visit Newks.com or download the Newk’s Eatery app on the Apple App Store or Google Play to join Newk’s Rewards for exclusive offers.

About Newk’s Eatery

Based in?Jackson, Mississippi, Newk’s Eatery is a fast-casual chain that operates and franchises just under 100 units in 16 states. Founded in 2004 and named after Co-Founder Chris “Newk” Newcomb, Newk’s hand-preps more than 30 fresh ingredients daily for salads, sandwiches, soups and pizzas, all made in-house without fryers or microwaves. Its Signature Cakes are baked in Newk’s own bakery. Fresh grab-and-go options are also available. Newk’s new mobile app, now available on?Google Play?and the?App Store, offers mobile ordering for curbside, in-store pickup or delivery. In 2023, Newk’s ranked No. 1 in?Nation’s Restaurant News’?“Next 20” and made the list of “Top Franchise Deals” by QSR Magazine. In 2024, Newk’s rose the ranks in Franchise Times’ Top 400: ranking #236. That same year, the brand also ranked #193 in Restaurant Business Technomics Top 500. In 2025, Newk’s made Fast Casual Top Movers & Shakers #25, and ranked #198 in Technomics Top 500. For more information, visit Newks.com, join Newk’s Rewards, or follow Newk’s on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X. For franchise information, visit NewksFranchise.com.

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