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1. Red Lobster - Independence
4.1
Excellent(17)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Independence
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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2. Smokehouse BBQ - Independence
4.5
Awesome(42)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Independence
Booked 3 times today
Family owned and operated, Smokehouse Barbecue has been serving Kansas City since 1987. Smokehouse Barbecue restaurant opened their doors in Gladstone, Missouri with one goal - Provide Kansas City diners with the highest quality barbecue, along with unparalleled service. Smokehouse Barbecue exceeds that goal on a daily basis offering only the best hickory smoked brisket and succulent ribs, famous pulled pork and the best baked beans in the world, as well as savory seasonings, delicious sauces and rubs. A family-owned, Kansas City icon, Smokehouse Barbecue is dedicated to delighting your family with mouthwatering meals, fall-off-the-bone tender meats, generous portions, and impeccable service. Whether you're craving ribs, chicken or brisket, see why Smokehouse Barbecue has been a favorite for exceptional barbecue since 1987.
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3. Lidia's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8032)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 74 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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4. Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social
4.7
Exceptional(6278)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • KC Power & Light District
Booked 34 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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5. Grünauer
4.8
Exceptional(5438)
Price: Expensive
• Austrian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 61 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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6. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Power & Light District
4.8
Exceptional(475)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Kansas City
Booked 47 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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7. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MO
4.5
Awesome(6865)
Price: Moderate
• American • Kansas City
Booked 75 times today
Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.
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8. Gram & Dun
4.6
Exceptional(4722)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 58 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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9. Pierpont's at Union Station
4.8
Exceptional(5348)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 48 times today
Pierpont's at Union Station has been providing food and service as memorable as the historic setting since its inception in 1999. Named for railroad baron J.P. (Pierpont) Morgan, Pierpont's serves perfectly aged prime steaks and fresh seafood arriving daily. To complement your culinary selections, we maintain an extensive wine list featuring bottles from all over the globe, as well as boast a gorgeous 2-story bar equipped with a rolling library ladder.Our Private Dining Rooms-located in the Wine Cellar, along with the Pierpont's Belvedere Room on the 2nd floor overlooking Grand Hall, offer more intimate settings for groups of 6 to 60. They are perfect for business or entertaining guests and each room is individually decorated, offering an exceptional place to celebrate a special occasion, close the deal, or have a gathering with friends.
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10. Ocean Prime - Kansas City
4.7
Exceptional(1608)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Kansas City
Booked 53 times today
Located at 46 Penn Centre, adjacent to Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. 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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