Hibachi Hut and Texas Star Cafe were both nominated for this honor.
The Hibachi Hut is proud to be one of the 24 finalists.
The criteria was that the restaurant had to originate in Kansas, be in operation for ten years or more, be a non-national franchise, and be iconic beyond their home region.
The public may vote for their top eight online at www.8wonders.org or once by paper ballot.
One e-mail address may be used three times to vote. Voting ends June 15.
The contest purpose is to educate the world about Kansas and encourage travel.
