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The Westside Local
Price: Moderate•American•4.8(1,874)The Westside Local offers seasonal comfort food with class, sourced as locally as possible. Enjoy it all with extensive beer and wine lists in our historic wood-beam and brick dining room, grapevine covered beer garden, or dashing little bar. Or just order some Carry out for that quiet evening at home.Conductor Club
Price: Expensive•Cocktail Bar•4.9(426)Currently transitioning between themes. Keep an eye out on our social media for announcements and open dates.
Tucked away in a hidden corner of historic Union Station, the Conductor Club is a unique rotating themed cocktail bar. We feature a specialty cocktails, small bites from Pierpont's kitchen and lots of fun.
*All guests must be 21+ years old. Reservations are exclusively through OpenTable. Kitchen is open until 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends.
Brix Modern Mexican Cuisine - Westport
Price: Moderate•Mexican•4.8(137)Brix offers a variety of modern mexican flavors, bright, Balance And Exclusive Savory Bites.
Insta-perfect Cocktails Made With Fresh Ingredients, Exploring The Flavors Of Agave Such As Tequila And Mezcal. Blending Them With Classic Liquors, Home Made Syrups. Balance And Unique Tecniques. Kansas City First Of Its Kind, Coming From A Local Family Cooking Locally Sourced Produce And Meats Infusing Latino Flavors All Al Fresco. Home to the first Mexican Speakeasy in Westport; Clandestino. Speakeasy is first come first serve basis no reservations for now.Grünauer
Price: Expensive•Austrian•4.8(5,399)Grünauer offers a classic Viennese gasthaus menu in the beautiful, historic Freighthouse. Located just north of Union Station in KC's premier dining and arts neighborhood- The Crossroads, Grünauer has been serving authentic Austrian and Central European cuisine since 2010 (with a focus on German and Hungarian as well). A beautiful biergarten, a gorgeous full bar and a lofted event space all add to the ambience and character of this KC classic. Make your reservation today! Classic dishes such as Hungarian beef gulasch (goulash), wiener schnitzel, apple strudel and more are always available. Frequent seasonal changes to our menu allow us to incorporate local produce, hiqh quality proteins and other items that are not available year round.
Extra Virgin - Kansas City
Price: Moderate•Mediterranean•4.8(2,000)James Beard Award Winning Chef Michael Smith's latest culinary creation is Extra Virgin, located in Kansas City's historic Crossroad's Art's District. Open to rave reviews in December 2008, Extra Virgin serves Mediterranean Tapas and has an extensive wine list and full cocktail menu. We offer patio dining for 50 people & private dining for 30 people.801 Chophouse – Kansas City
Price: Very Expensive•Steakhouse•4.8(3,286)801 Chophouse Kansas City is nestled in the heart of the vibrant Power & Light District. Come enjoy a comfortable dining atmosphere with romantic lighting, dramatic finishes, and signature leather booths. Whether you have a romantic date night planned or have a large party or event, 801 Chophouse in Kansas City is the perfect destination for any occasion. 801 Chophouse is open for online reservations and even offers private dining rooms for larger occasions.
Noka
Price: Very Expensive•American•4.8(184)The dining experience at Noka is about inviting guests to immerse within the familiar, while our senses simultaneously transport us somewhere new. Primitive yet modern, our dining space offers many different avenues—whether you’re looking for an intimate experience near the bar, a hands-on culinary view into our live-fire kitchen at the Chef’s Counter, or feel like dipping out of your comfort zone at one of our communal-style tables, there truly is a little something for everyone. So venture in soon, we look forward to hosting you.Verbena
Price: Expensive•Contemporary American•4.9(1,182)Whether you’re in the mood for an intimate upscale dinner, a casual lunch on the patio, or simply a drink and bite at the bar, Verbena offers an unforgettable experience.
Enjoy seasonally inspired cuisine with a focus on fresh seafood, an extensive wine list, craft cocktails, and exceptional service.
Jack Stack Barbecue - Freight House
Price: Moderate•Barbecue•4.8(3,146)"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey
Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.
To stand out in the competitive KC barbecue scene of the mid 1970's, Jack and Delores, began cooking with Gourmet Hickory Wood and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country. The menu included Certified Angus Beef steaks, tender chicken, award-winning lamb ribs, and mouth-watering sides like Hickory Pit Beans and Cheesy Corn Bake.Jack Stack Barbecue - Plaza
Price: Moderate•Barbecue•4.8(1,598)"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey
Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella"s Jack Stack of Martin City.
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- CCraigVIPSan Antonio •110 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGreat dinner celebration for my wife’s birthday! Started with the heirloom tomatoes and burrata salad which was fantastic! My wife had Sea Bass and I had the Kona crusted bone in strip, both entrees were perfect. Excellent bottle of wine and very nice dessert sampler to top it off. Thanks.More infoThe Capital Grille - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside•4.8
- WwhitneyVIPPhoenix / Arizona •3 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoOur server was amazing! We had such an amazing brunch and we really enjoyed our experienceMore infoCooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MOPrice: Moderate• American• Kansas City•4.4
- EErinKansas City / Kansas •10 reviews5.0Dined 5 days agoWonderful menu selection; great food/drinks and service.More infoGram & DunPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside•4.6
- DdonnaVIPKansas City / Kansas •14 reviews5.0Dined on Apr 15, 2025Great food, great company and Tayler was amazing wait staff! Thank you Tayler!More infoSeasons 52 - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside•4.7
- CChris1 review5.0Dined on Apr 5, 2025have gone to Brix several times and consistently great!More infoBrix Modern Mexican Cuisine - WestportPrice: Moderate• Mexican• Kansas City•4.8
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Kansas City, Missouri, is home to some great restaurants featuring local cuisine and global flavors. The city is home to not only a wide array of classic American restaurants but also diverse international cuisines, including Mexican, Thai, Chinese, Middle Eastern, Greek, Japanese and more. For a hearty breakfast, try a specialty, the Garden of Eden frittata. This dish is comprised of cheddar cheese, potatoes, broccoli, mushrooms, onions and roasted red peppers and is topped with spicy salsa and basil. If you're in the mood for a quick but delicious lunch, grab a plate of hickory smoked baby back ribs. Served alongside classic sides such as house cut fries and creamy cole slaw, this is another local favorite.
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