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1. Lonnie’s Reno Club
4.9
Exceptional(752)
Price: Very Expensive
• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown / River Market
Booked 1 time today
*****Lonnie will not be performing on February 28 & March 1, 2025. Chloe McFadden will perform each night*****Join us Friday and Saturday nights at Lonnie's Reno Club for an elevated dinner show engagement featuring Lonnie McFadden and his band! The club is an authentic KC jazz club with ties to the history of Midwest music. Enhance your show with prohibition-era cocktails, a thoughtful wine list and local craft beers for an unforgettable jazz experience. Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm. The ticket price includes: Show Ticket - 3-Course Meal - Welcome Champagne Cocktail * All other cocktails and drinks are separate.
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2. County Road Ice House
4.3
Awesome(168)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Downtown / River Market
Booked 1 time today
County Road Ice House is Kansas City's spot to eat world-class BBQ, drink ice cold drinks and hang out in a fun, energetic environment. A joint venture between Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que and Rockhill Restaurant Group, we take pride in being a Kansas City-based concept that incorporates smoked meats with delicious beverages.
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3. Grünauer
4.8
Exceptional(5440)
Price: Expensive
• Austrian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 37 times today
Grünauer is hailed as an authentic Austrian and German restaurant by multiple reviewers. Customers praise the 'authentic' and 'well-made' dishes, with particular love for the wiener schnitzel, goulash, and strudel. Many patrons also appreciate the unique beer and wine offerings. The service is consistently described as outstanding, contributing to the overall ambiance and authenticity of the experience.
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4. Lidia's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8038)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 71 times today
Lidia's features authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Every item at the restaurant is house-made entirely from scratch with the best ingredients available. Breads and desserts are baked in-house daily and each salad and entree is prepared fresh. Every day Lidia's offers a sampling of seasonal, daily-made pastas. We also feature many seafood, chicken, pork, and beef options. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs including gluten-free items. Lidia's is located in the historic Freighthouse-- a beautiful 19th century building. The stunning decor includes three hand-blown chandeliers, a three-story slate fireplace, and cozy, New York style seating.Please note: Separate billing for parties of 6 or more is not allowed. Maximum of 3 cards per transaction.
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5. Gram & Dun
4.6
Exceptional(4727)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 50 times today
Gram & Dun brings culinarily-driven fare, while paying special attention to pairing food with libations. It's a place “for the people” where you can relax and enjoy the neighborhood vibe while we test theories of food, drink and the evolution of good times. Our local owners and staff bring a unique, modern environment to this ideal Plaza location where we have revived the best patio in town, making Gram & Dun an enticing landmark for locals and visitors alike. In addition, Gram & Dun honors the traditional by bringing revered dishes to the forefront and adding our own special touch, and welcomes seasonality as the year progresses, all in an effort to provide the best to patrons with exquisite taste. Gram & Dun: sophisticated, soulful and crafted.
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6. Heritage by Bo Lings
4.4
Awesome(25)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 8 times today
Heritage was founded with the mission of bringing authentic Asian cuisine to life—crafted with the same passion and expertise that founders Far and Bo Ng of Bo Lings have cultivated throughout their lifetimes. This restaurant is a tribute to the rich culinary traditions of Asia, offering a diverse menu that spans from Dim Sum and Sushi to the bold flavors of Sichuan and the artistry of Kobayashi.Every dish reflects time-honored recipes and techniques, meticulously prepared to deliver a truly authentic experience. Our bar complements the cuisine with a curated selection of cocktails, wine, and beer, with a special focus on an extensive collection of sake and whisky.This version stays true to your original message while improving clarity, flow, and readability.
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7. Buca di Beppo - Kansas City
4.1
Excellent(1727)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Kansas City
Booked 22 times today
If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Kansas City, MO then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. In the heart of the Plaza Shopping District is Kansas City, MO's favorite Italian restaurant. Known for our family style portions, you'll know that no matter the size of your appetite, you won't be going home hungry! We want all of our guests to feel like family, so we feed them like family! Even though we serve hundreds of delicious Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas every day for lunch and dinner, everyone in Kansas City keeps coming back for more. Our semi-private dining rooms are perfect for celebrations and we offer amazing catering options for every occasion. Come in to Buca for a meal today and see why we're the best Italian restaurant in Kansas City. No one knows authentic Italian food better than us! Make your dining and catering reservations today!
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8. JJ's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1870)
Price: Expensive
• American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 15 times today
Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzé. In 1985, Jimmy purchased JJ Malane's from his former business partner and the saloon's namesake. Malane's went away, but JJ's remained, and a West Plaza fine dining icon was born. Jimmy invested his enthusiasm and passion for exceptional contemporary American food, steaks and wine to build one of the finest restaurants in Kansas City just a block west of the Country Club Plaza. He helped create an environment that attracted and kept one of the most professional staffs in the region. He inspires so much loyalty that when the new JJ's reopened 18 months after a 2013 fateful fire, almost all of his staff re-joined him.
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9. Stock Hill
4.7
Exceptional(3600)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 30 times today
💎 𝟒 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 Winning Restaurant by AAA 2017-2023🥇 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 in America by Thrillist 2017-2020Stock Hill checks all the boxes — but also thinks outside of them. As part of Kansas City’s chef-driven food scene, Stock Hill embraces𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. Serving creative interpretations of nostalgic steakhouse staples, our culinary team, led by Chef Jacob Hilbert, uses the 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩-𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙩 with impeccable flavor, sourced from the Midwest’s finest ranches. 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓.From artisanal sides to handcrafted cocktails, every aspect of our menu is 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, uniquely-Stock Hill experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, treating a client to dinner, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, we're here to make it a meal to remember.
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10. Brix Modern Mexican Cuisine - Westport
4.9
Exceptional(143)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Kansas City
Booked 6 times today
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.
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