Mr. Mc's Market

Mr. Mc's Market on Wichita's east side is the kind of neighborhood institution that defies easy categorization. At its core, this family-owned shop is a serious bait and tackle destination — live minnows, shad, night crawlers, red wigglers, stink bait, fishing poles, tackle, and even fishing licenses are all available.

Anglers across the Wichita area rely on Mr. Mc's as their go-to stop before hitting Kansas waters, and the staff is known for sharing local fishing advice and swapping stories about where the catfish are biting. But the freshwater offerings extend beyond bait.

Reviewers mention fresh catfish and buffalo fish available for purchase, making this a unique spot for those seeking locally sourced freshwater fish. The store also carries live plants — both heirloom garden varieties and other greenery — at reasonable prices, drawing in gardeners alongside the fishing crowd. The inventory is genuinely eclectic.

Victory brand dog food sits alongside herbal health products like sea moss, black seed oil, shilijit, and soursop supplements. Fresh garden-grown produce — including their locally famous watermelons and the hard-to-find Orange Crush variety — shares space with BBQ wood chunks, crawfish boil supplies, household items, and snacks. Fat Boyz soul food operates inside the market, turning out turkey legs, neckbones, cabbage, and hot links that have customers making return trips from across town.

What makes Mr. Mc's special in Wichita is the human element. The owner and staff are consistently described as genuinely helpful, willing to take phone calls about product issues and make things right without hesitation.

One reviewer noted that even during renovations with the store technically closed, staff took time to help a customer looking for shad and offered fishing recommendations. The store also provides U-Haul rentals and utility bill payment services, cementing its role as a true community hub. If you're headed fishing in Kansas and need bait, fresh produce, or a turkey leg for the road, Mr.

Mc's Market delivers on all fronts.