Best Restaurants with a Vibrant Bar Scene in Mission

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodJapaneseGerman

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Kansas City, KSKansas City, MO

Neighborhoods

Crossroads / Freight District / BoulevardDowntown / River MarketKansas CityLeawoodOverland ParkPlaza / Brookside

Top Rated

CharmingFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasionsGreat for brunch

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All dining options

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1. Tavern In The Village

4.6

Exceptional(2070)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• American • Prairie Village

Booked 29 times today

Tavern In The Village is a classic American styled restaurant that features great salads, sandwiches, seafood, steaks and pastas. It is our goal that individuals feel comfortable coming in for a business lunch, happy hour, dinner with the family or a night out with friends. We provide genuine hospitality in a warm and inviting yet stylish atmosphere.

2. Gram & Dun

4.6

Exceptional(4714)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 52 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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3. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

4.8

Exceptional(345)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Kansas City

Booked 43 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. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(5150)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 23 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Friday from 3-6PM.

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5. Kona Grill - Kansas City

3.4

Very Good(2440)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 5 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill in Country Club Plaza, Kansas City’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district. occasion really. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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6. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas City

4.6

Exceptional(7557)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 29 times today

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood in Kansas City has a vibrant bar scene, according to multiple reviews. Customers mention a 'lively atmosphere' and an 'active happy hour', while others praise the 'experiential cocktails' and 'great value'. The ambiance is consistently described as 'welcoming', 'friendly', and 'inviting', making it a perfect spot for a relaxed yet engaging night out.

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7. Fogo de Chao - Kansas City

4.0

Excellent(2962)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Brazilian • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 36 times today

Fogo de Chão is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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8. Lidia's Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(8031)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 62 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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9. North Italia – Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(3464)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Italian • Leawood

Booked 103 times today

Reservations may be limited online. Please call the restaurant to inquire about availability. At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

10. Grünauer

4.8

Exceptional(5415)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Austrian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 36 times today

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.

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Amy
Houston •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Split 3 appetizers and would reorder 2 of the 3. The gumbo needed spice and salt…not authentic/no real kick. The Tuna Tartare and Asian Pig Wings were both delicious. The Tartare could be improved by NOT serving it on the giant chips / with them on the side, and the sauces put in containers for dipping. The restaurant had great ambiance. We were the only two in the restaurant for about an hour which made conversation easy, but once it filled up it became much harder to hear.
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Gram & DunPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.6
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Lori
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
4.0
Dined 2 days ago
Friendly staff and excellent waitress. Nice ambience, with quick service. My husband said his Denver omelette was the best he has had. Our eggs Benedict were very good. It was a lovely day and the outside dining was very popular, they were full so we sat inside.
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Tavern In The VillagePrice: Moderate• American• Prairie Village
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4.6
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Matt
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent experience celebrating our wedding anniversary!
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Seasons 52 - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.8
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Joe
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Apr 27, 2025
Sushi, sashimi and nigiri was incredible. And miso soup was best we have had. Highly recommend.
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Blue Sushi Sake Grill - WestwoodPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Kansas City
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4.8
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Kristy
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
4.0
Dined on Apr 5, 2025
For a Friday night everything was timely and the food was great!
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Kona Grill - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
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3.4

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