Baja Burrito Fresh Mex opens in Great Bend

New Mexican restaurant joins the Lopez family's growing local business empire.

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:40am

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A stylized 3D digital illustration of a cozy Mexican restaurant interior with vibrant tile floors, hanging plants, and a lively bar area, conceptually representing the opening of a new local eatery.The grand opening of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex brings a new taste of Mexico to the growing food scene in Great Bend, Kansas.Great Bend Today

Juan and Maria Lopez have opened a new Baja Burrito Fresh Mex restaurant at 2025 10th St. in Great Bend, Kansas. This is the couple's third eating establishment in the city, joining their existing HandleBar & Grill. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday to celebrate the restaurant's grand opening.

Why it matters

The opening of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex represents continued investment and growth in Great Bend's local food and beverage scene. The Lopez family has demonstrated a commitment to the community by expanding their restaurant portfolio and providing new dining options for residents.

The details

Baja Burrito Fresh Mex is located at 2025 10th St. in Great Bend. The new Mexican restaurant joins the Lopez family's existing HandleBar & Grill at 807 10th St. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, April 10, 2026 to officially celebrate the grand opening of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex.

  • Baja Burrito Fresh Mex opened on April 10, 2026.
  • The ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on Thursday, April 10, 2026.

The players

Juan Lopez

Co-owner of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex and the HandleBar & Grill in Great Bend.

Maria Lopez

Co-owner of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex and the HandleBar & Grill in Great Bend.

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What they’re saying

“We're excited to bring our fresh Mexican cuisine to the Great Bend community and build on the success of our existing restaurant.”

— Juan Lopez, Co-owner, Baja Burrito Fresh Mex

The takeaway

The opening of Baja Burrito Fresh Mex demonstrates the continued growth and vibrancy of Great Bend's local food scene, as the Lopez family expands their restaurant portfolio and provides new dining options for residents.