Restaurants near Kansas City Zoo

25 restaurants available nearby

1. Prime Social - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(613)

$$$$

• Cocktail Bar • E. Kansas City

Booked 61 times today

Prime Social is a lively and dynamic rooftop cocktail lounge designed for conversation, where guests gather to enjoy the moment. Enjoy our modern and refined rooftop experience while you relax and take in the panoramic views next to our fire pit. Whether you’re celebrating, watching a game, or gathering with friends, Prime Social is your go-to destination for good times and lasting memories. We are located on the 16th floor of 46 Penn, adjacent to Kansas City's renowned Country Club Plaza.Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING:Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odorExcessively revealing clothing, exposed undergarments or tank topsClothing with offensive language or graphicsAdmittance to Prime Social is at the discretion of management. We reserve the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappro

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2. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(4326)

$$$$

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 65 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

3. Gram & Dun

4.6

Exceptional(4335)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 40 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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4. Plate Italiano Moderno - Brookside

4.8

Exceptional(1103)

$$$$

• Italian • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 26 times today

Plate Restaurant offers an elevated, vibrant, stylish dining experience. With modern Italian cuisine in an upscale, setting, Plate sets itself apart with handmade pasta, fresh handmade bread and a 100% scratch kitchen. Created by Restaurateur Christian Joseph in 2014, the first iteration of Plate was destroyed in a fire. Reopening in 2019 at a new location, its bigger and better than ever! With an emphasis on the guest experience and hospitality, any evening you spend at Plate is sure to be special. Christian was mentored by Restaurateur Valter Nassi from Monte San Savino, Italy. Christian's grandfather Constantino Lucido immigrated from Frosinone, Italy to New York in 1948. Christian is passionate about Italian culture, food, and wine. His passion shines through in providing a dining experience unlike any other in the area.

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5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City

4.5

Awesome(6071)

$$$$

• American • Kansas City

Booked 84 times today

Award-Winning Wines | Craveable Dishes | Innovative Cocktails | Wine Country Hospitality The inspiration behind Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants was the desire to bring the Wine Country experience to all of America by combining a Napa-style tasting room with a modern casual restaurant. Built upon the belief that food and wine have the ability to forge lasting connections, Cooper's Hawk is home to one of the world's largest wine clubs.

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6. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(979)

$$$$

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 50 times today

Located at Penn 46, adjacent to Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, modern American restaurant & lounge from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Stunning settings, an impressive menu of seafood & steaks, and genuine hospitality make Ocean Prime the ideal place to socialize, talk business, celebrate & indulge. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments , Clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. We appreciate your cooperation.

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7. Red Door Woodfired Grill - Brookside

4.7

Exceptional(1316)

$$$$

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 13 times today

Red Door Grill is the best little upscale neighborhood joint in Brookside, where great food, great friends and great fun come together. Join us for a cocktail in the bar, dinner next to the grill or appetizers on the patio. We have one piece of advice — come hungry! From our legendary Woodfired Wings to the best Kansas City Strip you’ll ever eat, prepare yourself to take a tender, juicy bite of perfection. From Happy Hour to Burger Mondays, and Fried Chicken Thursdays to Weekend Brunch, there’s always something special going on at Red Door Grill every day of the week. What are you waiting for? Get in here. You’re always in good hands at the Door. 🔥

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8. Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(3004)

$$$$

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 51 times today

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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9. Kona Grill - Kansas City

3.6

Very Good(2113)

$$$$

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 25 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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10. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(4807)

$$$$

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 33 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. And we offer 52 wines by the glass. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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25 restaurants available nearby

1. Prime Social - Kansas City

2. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

3. Gram & Dun

4. Plate Italiano Moderno - Brookside

5. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City

6. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

7. Red Door Woodfired Grill - Brookside

8. Eddie V's - Kansas City

9. Kona Grill - Kansas City

10. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

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