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Address:
1924 Main St.
Kansas City, MO 64108

Neighborhood:
Downtown / River Market

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Cuisine:
American

Price: $30 and under

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The Rieger Hotel Grill and Exchange Details

Dining Style: Casual Dining
Website: http://www.theriegerkc.com
Email: ryan@theriegerkc.com
Phone: (816) 471-2177
Hours of Operation: Lunch: Monday - Friday: 11:00am - 2:00pm; Dinner: Monday - Thursday: 5:00pm - 10:00pm, Friday & Saturday: 5:00pm - 11:00pm Happy Hour: Monday-Friday: 2:00pm-6:00pm
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: American, Italian, French
Executive Chef: Howard Hanna
Dress Code: Casual Dress
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Banquet/Private Rooms, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Counter Seating, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking Area, Non-Smoking Restaurant, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area (patio only), Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Private Party Facilities: A wine room adjacent the main dining room serves as the the private dining and party space for The Rieger. Seating up to 40 people comfortably, a separate patio space connects adding an additional 12 outdoor seats. 2 long, 16 ft hardwood tables made of salvaged cypress give this room character. Each table seats up to 18, and an additional table for 6 is available. Separate menus are available, family style service, punch service, and entertainment are all options. Please contact Josh Kauffman at 816.471.2177 for more details.
Private Party Contact: Josh Kauffman (816) 471-2177
Entertainment: The most accommodating staff in KC!

Getting there

Cross Street: 20th
Public Transit: KCATA MAX Bus Line (Crossroads Stop), Bus line 57 (Walnut & 20th).
Parking: Private Lot
Parking Details: Plenty of off street and on street parking. No fee.

A word from The Rieger Hotel Grill and Exchange

A Classic American Grill in a beautifully renovated, former hotel. Located in the historic Crossroads Art District of downtown Kansas City, The Rieger serves lunch and dinner with a focus on locally sourced, farm fresh seasonal ingredients. Chef and Owner Howard Hanna's French and Italian inspired… cuisine strikes a perfect balance between bold sophistication and rustic sensibility. The bar features a small, handcrafted cocktail menu with a wine list heavy in French and Italian wines. The accommodating staff and warm environment make The Rieger perfect for any occasion. Continued

The Rieger Hotel Grill and Exchange

4.4

179 $30 and under restaurant

Awards voted by OpenTable diners

Diners' Choice WinnerAmerican
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Food
Diners' Choice WinnerBest Service

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187 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

187 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.6 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

fit for foodies(151)
special occasion(108)
neighborhood gem(94)

hot spot(82)
notable wine list(66)
vibrant bar scene(63)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (187)

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Food I had was mediocre. Noise

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food I had was mediocre. Noise made conversation next to impossible."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2012

Special Features: vibrant bar scene

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A taste-bud tour de force!

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2008

Dined on 04/14/2012

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Arguably one of the best salads my wife and I ever ate, the 'Frisee' with a pickled habanero vinaigrette, pork cheek ham, grains galore bread, and farm egg was a bright and textured (quiet) explosion of flavor. We tried everything from frogs legs (doesn't taste like chicken - more like a dark fish... like catfish) to pork soup (yum!) to their dinner special (a white fish called Copia - oddly, an uneven dish to be sure) and dessert (a special involving lime citrus ice cream and short bread cookies)... an amazing taste-bud tour de force!

Service was attentive and energetic and welcoming. The bar was well appointed and well versed in their offerings. Actually, I know this is a point of pride for this group. It should be.

A local treasure"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fit for Foodies and Fun Too

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Not just "fit for foodies" but also fun. Great server knowledgeable about the dishes and keeping tabs on us without intruding. All the dishes were great -- the vegetarian plate, the rabbit, the octopus and the hangar steak. And we so enjoyed our absinthe too!"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We ordered the grilled octopus,

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"We ordered the grilled octopus, rabbit, and short ribs. Each was excellent. It was a lovely dinner, except for the noise level. Almost too noisy for conversation, but there was a lot of energy in the room!"

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

This has become our favorite

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2009

Dined on 04/14/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This has become our favorite restaurant in town. Chef Hannah is brilliant and Jenn at the bar a treasure."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2009

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The Rieger is a quaint restaurant

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Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The Rieger is a quaint restaurant that has a bistro feel. Food and atmosphere were great, they featured local art on the wall. We had a reservation for 4 and everyone enjoyed the meal they ordered. Service was excellent and knowledgeable of menu and wines. We will go back to the Rieger."

Dined on 04/14/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, great service

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2012

2011

Dined on 03/23/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great food, great service - exceptionally loud."

Dined on 03/23/2012

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

The food was very good and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2011

Dined on 04/13/2012

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The food was very good and the menu offered really interesting choices. Not your typical Kansas City spot more like something you would find in Chicago or DC. The only issue would be the noise level."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2011

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I,ve had trouble deciding

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I,ve had trouble deciding what was better, the food or the service. They were both excellent. The staff at The Rieger is the best I've seen in a long time. Can't wait to go back."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

I was In Kansas City for business

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/12/2012

2006

Dined on 04/12/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I was In Kansas City for business and came across the Rieger. What a fabulous surprise! Inventive local fare, great cocktails and wine and hip and diverse diners. The service was impeccable and attentive. I will be back, no doubt about it."