Whoever coined the phrase “change is a good thing” had no idea what they were talking about. (There, I said it!) People aren’t nearly as friendly as they used to be, food is processed and generic… it just isn’t the same. However, when it comes to this one iconic Kansas diner, very little has changed during its 50+ year lifespan – and we aren’t complaining! See for yourself why making minimal changes over the years has kept this old school Kansas diner at the top of its game:

Originally opened in 1953, Ty's Diner is a Wichita icon that is known as much for its good-old fashioned fare as it is for the retro cars in the parking lot.
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Since it first opened its doors, Ty's has prided itself on delicious meals and friendly service that will stick with you throughout the day.
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(Not only will you leave with a full stomach and smile on your face, you will also leave smelling like a perfectly cooked burger and fries!)
Not much has changed at this Wichita tradition, so when you walk into Ty's, you can still expect to find a made-to-order menu that consists of...
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...HUGE burgers...
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...Ty's famous chili...
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...and an assortment of homemade fried mushrooms, fries, onion rings, and more.
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One more thing that hasn't changed over the last 50 years? The vintage interior, which reminds patrons of the good old days with its retro signs, bar seating, and ample chrome.
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In the past, Ty’s was only open during lunch hours (11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday), but recently added a much appreciated dinnertime slot of 5 to 8 p.m. on Fridays and Saturdays. The diner can be found at 928 West 2nd St N. in Wichita.

For even more throwback goodness, check out these 10 Retro Places In Kansas That Will Take You Back In Time!

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