Of the many Mexican eateries and cantinas dotting Southwest Boulevard, Ponak’s has been open the longest. Celebrating 50 years today with a fiesta, the popular restaurant opened its doors in 1975.
Pop by the longstanding Mexican restaurant (2856 Southwest Blvd., KCMO) today and you’ll see a menu full of anniversary specials, t-shirts being given away and plenty of Ponak’s swag.
“I can’t believe it’s been 50 years. It’s been a really great run,” says Owner John Ponak. “I’m really blessed and it’s just phenomenal what’s been going on for the last 50 years.”…