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The American Reserve Bar & Grille, Kansas City, MO

The American Reserve Bar & Grille

4.3
4.3
899 Reviews
$30 and under
American
Ambassador Hotel, 1111 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64106

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
The American Reserve is a vibrant downtown dining gem, with a warm setting distinguished by a chic décor, elegant marble walls and lofty 20-foot ceilings.

For gourmet breakfasts, business lunches and intimate dinners alike, guests may select from an inventive, locally sourced seasonal menu perfectly complemented by signature cocktails and an impressive wine list.

The American Reserve is located downtown Kansas City, open 365 days a year. Currently serving dinner from 5pm-10pm daily. The American Reserve can accommodate most dietary needs. Parking based upon availability.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Minnich
  • Private party facilities
    The American Reserve is located inside the Ambassador Hotel with two unique private dining options, the Grand Ballroom and Founders Room. The restaurant dining area is also available for private events.
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / River Market
  • Cross street
    11th
  • Parking details
    Parking is available upon availability for $15 per vehicle at the Ambassador Hotel. There is public metered parking along Grand Boulevard and also a public parking garage across the street from the main entrance of the hotel.
  • Public transit
    11th & Main
  • Entertainment
    Live music from 8 - 11 pm: Feel Good Fridays with the spectacular Ron Gutierrez Trio bringing you the best in soul, R&B, and romantic ballads on Fridays, and Kansas City Jazz with different local musicians every Saturday night.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Mother's Day Brunch

    May 11, 2025 only
    ✨ Mother’s Day Brunch at The American Reserve Bar & Grill ✨ Celebrate Mom in style with a decadent brunch at The American Reserve Bar & Grill, where unforgettable food meets a warm, elegant atmosphere. Sunday, May 11th | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM Treat her to an elevated dining experience featuring: 🥂 Bottomless Mimosas 🥚 Quiche Lorraine – A classic French favorite made with savory bacon, Swiss cheese, and flaky pastry 🦞 Lobster Benedict – Butter-poached lobster atop English muffins, finished with rich hollandaise 🍌 Bananas Foster French Toast – A sweet finale topped with caramelized bananas and rum sauce Whether you’re honoring Mom, Grandma, or a special friend, make it a day to remember with incredible flavors and thoughtful service. Reserve now — seating is limited.
    Mother's Day Brunch Photo

What 899 people are saying

The American Reserve Bar & Grille reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.3
4.3 based on recent ratings
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The American Reserve Bar & Grille boasts a "world class" ambiance with "excellent service" and "splendid meals." Diners appreciate its "Michelin star worthy food" and "wonderful staff." The live music and elegant decor create an unforgettable dining experience, making it an ideal spot for special occasions and a "hidden gem in KC."

899 Reviews
  1. Eric

    Kansas City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and service. Very cool place. I will definitely be back.

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  2. Mike

    Kansas City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience from the service to the food, they have not disappointed us. The shrimp and grits is our favorite.

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  3. Megan

    New York City4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, great music and loved that it was cozy and semi-quiet for a Saturday night.

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  4. Steve

    Greater Boston1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 14, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We dined on a Sunday evening. By the end of the meal there were some people still at the bar, but we were the only diners at a table. Our server was polite, but failed to enter our soup and salad order. Instead the entrees showed up unexpectedly. We both ordered steak and clarified medium rare was to be a warm red center. Both the ribeye and the filet were overcooked. Both pink without any red. Overall I’d look for another option next time I’m looking for upscale dining.
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on April 18, 2025
    Hey Steve, we're sorry to hear about your experience at The American Reserve Bar & Grille. We always aim to deliver a great experience, and we regret that we missed the mark this time. We apologize for the mix-up with your orders and the overcooked steak and filet. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve our service. We hope you'll give us another chance to provide a better dining experience.

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  5. Orville VIP

    Kansas City13 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent. Service was very good. Nice place.
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on April 18, 2025
    Hey Orville, We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your dining experience at The American Reserve Bar & Grille! It's wonderful to know that our food and service met your expectations. We strive to provide a pleasant atmosphere and top-notch service, so your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thank you for choosing us to dine and for leaving us a review. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  6. Kara

    Orange County13 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The French onion soup was not edible. It was not served hot, and tasted more like it came out of a can. I sent it back. The food was just okay. I wouldn’t come back for brunch.
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on April 18, 2025
    Hi Kara, Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We're very sorry to hear that your experience with our French onion soup and brunch did not meet expectations. This is certainly not the standard we aim to uphold, and your comments have been shared with our culinary team for immediate review. We truly value your input and would welcome the opportunity to provide you with a better experience in the future.

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  7. davon

    Washington DC3 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on April 1, 2025

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food wasn’t that great . Atmosphere was good though
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on April 12, 2025
    Hello Daven, We're sorry to hear that your experience at The American Reserve Bar & Grille didn't meet your expectations. We're always striving to provide our guests with top-notch food and service, and it seems we fell short this time. We appreciate your feedback and will use it to improve. We hope you'll give us another chance to impress you with our food and atmosphere.

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  8. Yusef

    Kansas City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The ambiance, service, food and hospitality was World Class. Ron Gutierrez was a wondering performer who added an extra special touch to our 29th Wedding Anniversary. Everyone went above and beyond to elevate the evening.
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on April 12, 2025
    Thanks for the feedback, Yusef! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful anniversary celebration at The American Reserve Bar & Grille. Your kind words are a big encouragement to our team. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more celebrations in the future!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Pittsburgh1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff, across the board, are wonderful. We really enjoyed the ambiance and the meals were splendid. The bartenders are excellent, the hostess nice, and out waitress very kind and sweet.
    The American Reserve Bar & GrilleResponded on March 16, 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed the ambiance, meals, and service from our wonderful team. We appreciate your support and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards!

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  10. Charles VIP

    Dallas103 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love this restaurant.. great building.. consist menu.. well prepared.

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FAQs

The American Reserve Bar & Grille offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (816) 298-7700.

The American Reserve Bar & Grille is rated 4.3 stars by 899 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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  2. United States
  3. Kansas City / Kansas
  4. Kansas City, MO
  5. Downtown / River Market

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The American Reserve Bar & Grille

Ambassador Hotel, 1111 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64106

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    11th
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown / River Market
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 6:30 am–10:30 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–9:45 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available upon availability for $15 per vehicle at the Ambassador Hotel. There is public metered parking along Grand Boulevard and also a public parking garage across the street from the main entrance of the hotel.
  • Public transit
    11th & Main
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Joshua Minnich
  • Entertainment
    Live music from 8 - 11 pm: Feel Good Fridays with the spectacular Ron Gutierrez Trio bringing you the best in soul, R&B, and romantic ballads on Fridays, and Kansas City Jazz with different local musicians every Saturday night.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The American Reserve is located inside the Ambassador Hotel with two unique private dining options, the Grand Ballroom and Founders Room. The restaurant dining area is also available for private events.
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