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- CGCarlG1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoI have been in the entertainment business since 1970, and have eaten in some first class restaurants. The steak I had was the BEST ever The wait staff was first rate.More info801 Chophouse – Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• KC Power & Light District•4.7
- SGSarahG1 review5.0Dined 3 days agoOur waitress was amazing and so was the food! The burger, though fantastic, was too greasy. That is the only thing I could say needs work.More infoThe American Reserve Bar & GrillePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / River Market•4.1
- OTOpenTable DinervipHouston •3 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoOur bartender, Bri, was FANTASTIC! She was so knowledgeable and attentive. She created a great atmosphere, as well!More infoP.S. SpeakeasyPrice: Moderate• Speakeasy• Kansas City•4.4
- MLMarilynLNew York / Tri-State Area •4 reviews5.0Dined 4 days agoWe loved our visit! We ordered the Cherry Bomb, Truffled Salmon, Spicy Tako, Snow White, Spicy Gringo and the Roja. Everything was delicious. The chocolate ganache dessert was perfect. I wish I took photos of our meal. This was a perfect birthday lunch. Our service was excellent. The prices are reasonable and the portions are just right. Would happily revisit!More infoBlue Sushi Sake Grill - Power & Light DistrictPrice: Moderate• Sushi• Kansas City•4.7
- HHum12vipKansas City / Kansas •23 reviews5.0Dined 6 days agoWe had our usual wonderful meal at the Bristol. We both ate from the "daily fish" menu which included two ample side dished to complement the ample main courses of baramundi and butterfish. It was a pleasure to have Sam provide his excellent service as he did during our previous visit to the Bristol.More infoBristol Seafood + Steak + SocialPrice: Moderate• Seafood• KC Power & Light District•4.5
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Situated on the banks of the Missouri River, the Downtown and River Market neighborhoods of Kansas City are hubs of Midwestern culture. Along with the museums and art galleries located along the riverfront, you'll also find busy sports bars and beer gardens that draw crowds in on game nights. The neighborhood is known for its "KC-style" barbecue, which features ends of pork ribs slow-cooked over a tomato-based sauce with sweet and tangy undertones. The downtown area also caters to many other styles of cuisine with its hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese restaurants, Italian family-style eateries, and upscale steakhouses. There are plenty of traditional, laid-back locals-only pubs and craft brew houses as well.
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