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A photo of The American Reserve Bar & Grille restaurant
1. The American Reserve Bar & Grille
4.5
Awesome(909)
Price: Moderate
• American • Downtown / River Market
Booked 15 times today
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.
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2. Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social
4.7
Exceptional(6284)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • KC Power & Light District
Booked 27 times today
With an indulgent menu focused on superior quality seafood, Bristol crafts its dishes with exacting standards & pampers its guests in a comfortable atmosphere. Featuring a generous cellar selection & creative ocean fare cuisine, Bristol delivers culinary excellence at a surprising value. Open for lunch & dinner. Parking is available in the Power and Light Parking Garage off 13rd and Walnut with complimentary 2 hour validation before 4pm, and $5.00 after 4pm. Power and Light also offers Valet Parking in front of our restaurant everyday from 11 am-close. Contact us for private events, large group dining, catering or happy hour parties.
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3. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Power & Light District
4.8
Exceptional(477)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Kansas City
Booked 72 times today
Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!
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4. BarCentral
4.5
Awesome(7)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Kansas City
Featuring Kansas City’s largest indoor video wall showing the most-popular televised events! BarCentral offers a relaxed atmosphere filled with fan-favorite libations and cuisine - just steps from all the most-popular downtown attractions.
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5. 801 Chophouse – Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(3310)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • KC Power & Light District
Booked 26 times today
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.
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6. Besos y Abrazos
new
4.3
Awesome(10)
Price: Moderate
• Latin / Spanish • Kansas City
Booked 2 times today
Where vibrant atmosphere meets bold, Latin-inspired flavors and premium nightlife. At Besos y Abrazos, every moment is a celebration—from elevated, shareable dining to high-energy late nights. Our menu is a modern take on Latin American cuisine, designed for exploration and shared experiences. Indulge in boldly crafted cocktails featuring an expansive collection of mezcal and tequilas, paired with innovative small plates that ignite the senses. 
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7. P.S. Speakeasy
4.6
Exceptional(592)
Price: Moderate
• Speakeasy • Kansas City
Booked 15 times today
Hidden from the long arm of Prohibition-era law, Kansas City’s speakeasies welcomed revelers seeking good spirits and a spirited good time.An affectionate nod to the city’s glamorous, freewheeling nightlife, P.S. is Hotel Phillips’ contemporary incarnation of the 1930’s speakeasy, artfully crafting cocktails concealed in a long-forgotten basement mail sorting room, accessible only by an secret door. Under the radar, underground and undercover, P.S. celebrates its USPS roots, delivering today’s imbibers nothing short of a certified first-class experience.
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8. Johnnie's Jazz Bar & Grille at The Power and Light District
3.8
Excellent(243)
Price: Expensive
• American • Kansas City
The best place to see live music in Kansas City is Johnnie's Jazz Bar & Grille! Step back in time and into the future all at the same time! With live music, craft cocktails, and a delectable menu.
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9. Yard House - Kansas City, MO
4.4
Awesome(556)
Price: Moderate
• American • Kansas City
Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite. Known for great food, classic rock, an energetic vibe and endless fleet of tap handles featuring the best craft and local beers, each Yard House location offers 100+ beers on tap along with an array of craft cocktails. Our menu features favorites such as our signature Poke Nachos, street tacos, USDA prime burgers, seafood and steaks. Founded in Long Beach, Calif., in 1996, Yard House now spans across the U.S. with over 80 locations and is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night dining.
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10. Tavernonna
3.0
Good(722)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Downtown / River Market
Booked 6 times today
Tavernonna celebrates the rich, varied history of Italian food, wine, and cocktails by using fresh, simple ingredients to create both traditional and contemporary dishes that entice the senses. Sourcing ingredients from local farms and vendors, and creates fresh pasta from scratch to be showcased throughout the menu, giving the restaurant a clear sense of its locality while honoring the distinctive ingredients rooted in Italy. The staples of every Tavernonna dish embody ambition, passion, heritage, creativity, style, and inspirational local culture and knowledge. Restaurant and hotel guests can anticipate playful dishes such as spaghetti all’amatriciana, brisket meatballs with black currants and roman gnocchi and house-made ravioli with goat cheese, tomato fondutta, and mint pesto.Valet parking is validated at Hotel Phillips for up to 2 hours for all Tavernonna patrons.

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