"The #8." That's all you need to say. In return, you'll get the Artichoke's signature sandwich: turkey, bacon, Swiss, cream cheese, lettuce, and tomato grilled on an onion hoagie and finished with Italian dressing and Parmesan cheese. Of course, that's just one of many favorites at this Wichita institution. By day, it's a sandwich bar (with drinks available); by night, it transforms into a neighborhood bar with live music Wednesday through Saturday. A dive by reputation, it's a beloved neighborhood gathering place in reality.

Artichoke Sandwichbar East is at 2959 N. Rock.

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