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Kansas City, MO

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BanksiaSee Banksia Video ($$)
(320 ratings)

105 W 9th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64105
(816) 474-9935
banksiabakehouse.com
  • Beef & Cheesy Potato Pie
    low & slow braised Angus beef & gravy, topped w/ parmesan & provolone potatoes, baked in rounds of sheet dough; "flavor on top of flavor!" -Guy Fieri
  • Pork & Fennel Sausage Roll
    caramelized vegetables, spices & herbs, 1000-layer sourdough pastry, house sausage, rolled & baked; looks good
4.5 out of 5
320 ratings
est. 2013; Australian influenced cafe & bakery; open for breakfast & lunch, serving pastries, sandwiches & salads; named for a native flower of Australia
Cupini's ($$)
(467 ratings)

1809 Westport Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-7662
www.cupinis.com
  • Chicken Prosciutto Tortellini
    homemade tortellini stuffed w/ chicken & prosciutto in a marinara & cream sauce; looks good
  • Lasagna
    layers of fresh pasta sheets, lean ground beef, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, marinara & white cream sauce; everything made from scratch; looks good
4.5 out of 5
467 ratings
opened in 2003; father-and-son Italian restaurant...father used to cook for President of Italy & in high-end hotel chains; "very passionate about pasta" (from its website)
Danny Edwards Famous Kansas City BBQSee Danny Edwards Famous Kansas City BBQ Video ($$)
(216 ratings)

2900 Southwest Blvd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 283-0880
dannyedwardsblvdbbq.com
  • The Big "D" Sandwich
    a signature sandwich; brisket w/ onion rings & cheese in sandwich; looks good
  • Whole Smoked Turkey
    for Thanksgiving dinner; need to special order; smoked in hickory for 5 hrs at 265-degrees
4.5 out of 5
216 ratings
since 2007; w/ pink concrete pig mascot out on front; open Mon-Sat, 11-3; Other Recipes: Bread Pudding | Rancher Beans
Happy Gillis Cafe & Hangout ($$)
(562 ratings)

549 Gillis St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 471-3663
www.happygillis.com
  • Marinated Flank Steak Sandwich
    marinaded for 2 days in mixture that includes garlic, red wine & coca-cola; seared, braised & pulled; w/ horseradish cream spread
  • Posole Verde
    Mexican green chili chicken soup; looks good
4.5 out of 5
562 ratings
specialize in breakfast & sandwiches; goal is to provide "an atmosphere that is comfortable and relaxed with fantastic service and an ever changing array of fresh, high quality and seasonal menu selections"
PigwichSee Pigwich Video ($$)
(560 ratings)

20 E 5th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 200-1639
www.localpig.com/pigwich
  • Big Pig
    chicken patty topped w/ pulled pork & jalapeño pickles, ranch, pepperjack, 'Nduja all on an onion bun
  • Short-Rib Burger
    red wine braised short rib beef patty; served on a bun w/ tomato jam, aioli, mustard & iceberg lettuce
4.5 out of 5
560 ratings
since 2012; sandwich & butcher shop ("Local Pig"); locally sourced meats & gourmet sandwiches; guest appearance: Chiefs' head coach Andy Reid
PotpieSee Potpie Video ($$)
(500 ratings)

904 Westport Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 561-2702
www.kcpotpie.com
  • Chicken Pot Pie
    braised chicken, pulled & served in bowl, topped w/ veggie gravy, puff pastry & oven baked; looks good
4.5 out of 5
500 ratings
since 2003; down-home comfort joint
Q39 ($$)
(5759 ratings)

1000 W 39th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 255-3753
q39kc.com/locations/midto...
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Kansas City, MO"
  • Burnt End Brisket Burger
    ground chuck & brisket patty topped w/ sliced burnt ends & spicy pickle slaw; smoked 5 hours, flavored w/ special brisket rub & homemade molasses BBQ sauce; looks good
4.5 out of 5
5759 ratings
est 2014; chef-driven casual restaurant featuring BBQ & a wood-fired grill
B.B.'s Lawnside BBQSee B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ Video ($$)
(434 ratings)

1205 E 85th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 822-7427
bbslawnsidebbq.com
  • Barbecue Sundae
    layered baked beans, coleslaw, 12-hr smoked pulled pork & dilled pickle spear w/ BBQ sauce served in pickled glass jar
  • Battered Fries
    long-cut wedge potatoes, dredged, floured & fried
  • Burnt Ends
    beef brisket; looks good
4.0 out of 5
434 ratings
combines two great Kansas City traditions -- Barbecue & Blues (live music); rustic, roadhouse setting; NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer made a guest appearance
Belfry ($$)
(141 ratings)

1532 Grand Blvd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 471-7111
  • Lamb Shepherd's Pie
    mashed potatoes topped w/ lamb gravy mix & served in bowl; looks good
  • Spiced Buttermilk Donuts
    w/ side of dark stout caramel
4.0 out of 5
141 ratings
neighborhood bar serving 20 draft beers; chef/owner Celina Tio was on The Next Iron Chef & won James Beard Foundation's 2007 "Best Chef: Midwest"
Brick ($)
(374 ratings)

1727 McGee St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 421-1634
www.thebrickkcmo.com
  • Meatloaf Sandwich
    a top seller; meatloaf, pepper jack cheese, homemade spicy chipotle ketchup on wheatberry bread; looks good
  • Oklahoma Dog
    beer-battered deep fried hot dog wrapped in bacon served with onion and mustard
4.0 out of 5
374 ratings
owned since 1999; bar-like atmosphere; "elevated bar food"; stage for musical performances (bands, karaoke)
Char Bar ($$)
(1606 ratings)

4050 Pennsylvania Ave Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 389-8600
charbarkc.com
  • Burnt Heaven Sandwich
    signature & top selling sandwich; smoked burnt ends, smoked sausage, fried jalapenos, chipotle bbq mayo, creamy slaw, egg bun; looks good!
  • Cheesy "Hushpuppies"
    stone-ground grits fritters, beer blanc, jalapeno jam
4.0 out of 5
1606 ratings
southern-inspired smokehouse doing BBQ low-and-slow w/ 10,000-square foot Beer Garden features backyard amusements, such as lawn croquet, bocce & ping-pong
Extra VirginSee Extra Virgin Video ($$)
(543 ratings)

1900 Main St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 842-2205
www.extravirginkc.com
  • Duck Tongue Tacos
    seasoned duck tongue & neck meat cooked in hot sauce, onion, cilantro, garlic & achiote paste then shredded & caramelized w/ scallions & cilantro before filling a deep fried corn tortilla shell; topped w/ pickled onions & queso fresco
  • Braised Pork Jowls
    poached then braised & caramelized pork jowls w/ amatriciana sauce from in-house cured pork pancetta, tomato sauce, onions, garlic & herbs; topped w/ pecorino & chopped parsley
4.0 out of 5
543 ratings
est. 2008; this lively spot for inventive Mediterranean tapas puts a unique take on exotic cuisine; also has a full bar & streetside patio; chef/owner Michael Smith won James Beard Award (Best Chef in the Midwest, 1999)
GrindersSee Grinders Video ($$)
(722 ratings)

417 E 18th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 472-5454
www.grinderspizza.com
  • Famous Chili Bomb Pie (Pizza)
    cheese pizza w/ tots, chili-cheese, and scallions located in the center of the pie; looks good
  • Bengal Tiger Pizza
    a crowd favorite; inspired by the flavors of Northwest India; pizza w/ rich green sauce topped w/ tandori chicken, real crab meat, hearts of palm, cheese and cilantro
  • Chicken Paprikash
    cooked by George Detsios (self-proclaimed "Hungarian Delight") who comes once per week (on Monday's?) to cook Hungarian dishes; looks good
  • Stretch Philly
    homemade pastrami & sliced rib eye, provolone, grilled onions & banana peppers
  • "Le Hog" Pizza
    "serious flesh feast"; creamy white sauce, 5 cheese blend, bacon, Canadian bacon, ham & meatballs; Casey got it "bombed" (w/ tots, chili-cheese & scallions topped in the center of the pie)
4.0 out of 5
722 ratings
est 2004; #101 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); formerly an auto parts store...eclectic atmosphere; owner/cook (and scupter) makes scuptures in back; American eatery known for NY style pizza, Philly cheesesteaks, world-famous Death wings & award-winning BBQ
Kansas City Taco Company ($$)
(429 ratings)

520 Walnut St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 214-5390
www.kctacocompany.com
  • Cowboy Junkie Burrito
    mesquite pork, chorizo & serrano peppers rolled in a flour tortilla, fried; served on spanish rice & topped w/queso blanco, spicy bacon pinto beans, pico de gallo & cilantro; "You know what that's lacking? Nothing!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Korean Pork Tacos
    marinated pork loin & homemade kimchi in grilled tortillas on baja slaw; topped w/ ginger drizzle, cilantro & sesame seeds
4.0 out of 5
429 ratings
founded in 2013; fresh taco bar & catering serving "not so traditional" Tex-Mex cuisine
La Bodega ($$)
(693 ratings)

703 Southwest Blvd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 472-8272
labodegakc.com
  • Spanish Coffee & S'mores
    coffee liqueur, 151 rum, roasterie coffee, flamed cinnamon & sugar rim, homemade whipped cream; chocolate ganache, graham cracker crumble, house marshmallow, torched & topped w/ salt & Spanish olive oil; "ooey gooey heaven!" -Bev Weidner
4.0 out of 5
693 ratings
est. 1998; specializes in Spanish tapas & wine
Stroud's Restaurants ($$)
(491 ratings)

5410 NE Oak Ridge Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64119
(816) 454-9600
stroudsrestaurant.com
As Seen On:
Man v. Food, Episode: "Kansas City"
  • Fried Chicken (Pan-Fried)
    signature dish: looks good
4.0 out of 5
491 ratings
SuccotashSee Succotash Video ($$)
(944 ratings)

2601 Holmes St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 421-2807
www.succotashkcmo.com
  • Pork Hash
    slow-roasted pork w/ potatoes; served w/ 2 sunny-side up eggs, cheddar, black beans, verde & a warm tortilla
  • "The Modern Elvis"
    3 pieces of vegan french toast griddled in homemade vegan butter w/ caramelized bananas, organic almond butter & crumbled homemade vegan "bakon"
  • Pot Roast Sandwich
    w/ swiss, cheddar, caramelized onion, & horseradish mayo on sourdough
  • The Elvis Challenge
    3 lb Fool's Gold loaf in under 30 min; whole loaf of toasted bread filled w/ almond butter, homemade blueberry maple jam, 6 fried eggs, 6 slices sage Derby cheese & 12 strips of bacon; personalized Elvis-style cape prize; Casey won
4.0 out of 5
944 ratings
opened in 2009; eclectic, funky (fun) comfort joint; specializes in home cooked meals featuring local & organic ingredients, w/ vegan, vegetarian & gluten free options; Other Recipes: Peachy Swedes w/ Ricotta Filling
Arthur Bryant's BarbequeSee Arthur Bryant's Barbeque Video ($$)
(1798 ratings)

1727 Brooklyn Ave Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64127
(816) 231-1123
www.arthurbryantsbbq.com
  • BBQ
  • Beef Brisket
    smoked for 12 hours; top seller
  • Ribs
    pork spare ribs; vinegar-based sauce
  • Burnt Ends
3.5 out of 5
1798 ratings
#14 (101 Tastiest Places to Chowdown);
Food War: Arthur Bryant's vs. Gate's... Arthur Bryant's won (4-votes-to-1); opened in 1930; iconic BBQ; long lines; known for its BBQ sauce; served on butcher paper w/ loaf of bread
Gates Bar-B-QSee Gates Bar-B-Q Video ($$)
(631 ratings)

3205 Main St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-0828
www.gatesbbq.com
  • Pork Ribs
    smoked in hickory wood; topped w/ thick, tangy tomato-molassas-based BBQ sauce; pork spare ribs; tomato-based sauce
  • Burnt Ends on Bun
    looks good
3.0 out of 5
631 ratings
#37 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown; Food War: Arthur Bryant's vs. Gate's... Arthur Bryant's won (4-votes-to-1); opened in 1946; celebrity sightings: Presidents Clinton & W. Bush, Denzel Washington & Michelle Obama
Kansas City, MO   (19 restaurants - Include Closed)    

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