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JJ's Restaurant, Kansas City, MO

JJ's Restaurant

4.7
4.7
1675 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
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Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzé. In 1985, Jimmy purchased JJ Malane's from his former business partner and the saloon's namesake. Malane's went away, but JJ's remained, and a West Plaza fine dining icon was born. Jimmy invested his enthusiasm and passion for exceptional contemporary American food, steaks and wine to build one of the finest restaurants in Kansas City just a block west of the Country Club Plaza. He helped create an environment that attracted and kept one of the most professional staffs in the region. He inspires so much loyalty that when the new JJ's reopened 18 months after a 2013 fateful fire, almost all of his staff re-joined him.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (816) 561-7136
  • Website
    https://jjsrestaurantkc.com/?y_source=1_MjM1NTY1NjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Private party facilities
    We have our Saber Room which seats from 6 - 18 guests. Booking times for the Saber Room are either 5pm or 8pm. For this room, we do 1 check with 20% gratuity. This check can be split up to 4 ways. For events larger than 18, please call us at 816-561-7136 to check availability!
  • Private party contact
    contact@jjsrestaurantkc.com: (816) 561-7136
  • Location
    4810 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112
  • Neighborhood
    Plaza / Brookside
  • Cross street
    Roanoke Pkwy & W 48th St
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is located in the garage of the Polsinelli Building, in which JJ's is on the lobby level. Entrance on east side of the Polsinelli Building off of Roanoke and on the west side of the Polsinelli Building off of Belleview.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,675 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Great for fine wines

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    American

  • Kansas City, MO

    Best Service

  • Kansas City, MO

    Great for fine wines

  • Kansas City, MO

    American

1,675 Reviews

  1. JamesB

    Kansas City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    For the price we payed it would have been nice to have more on the plate than a dab of potatoes and 2 small pieces of chicken for $32.00. Not to mention the $12.00 Caesar salad. We both had ice water and the bill was $109.00. On the flip side our waiter was really kind.

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  2. StephenO

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Our server was from Greece, can't remember her name. She was excellent, friendly, and refreshing.

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  3. jwgfoodie

    Kansas City

    55 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    55 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    JJ’s provides a wonderful upscale dining experience. Outstanding choices up & down the menu is coupled with a wonderful venue and outstanding service. Each entree was raved about in our dining party. I recommend JJ’s without hesitation or qualification.

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  4. MikeN

    Greater Boston

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very attentive service - food was well cooked and presented. Pricey. Hard to talk intimately - very noisy.

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  5. KenA

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on December 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and food were fantastic. Incredible wine list.

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  6. rich

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 27, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always go to JJ's for our anniversary. No one even acknowledged it. Had a wonderful server and the food was fabulous like always

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  7. MomBred

    Kansas City

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    JJ’s doesn’t disappoint! We went for our anniversary and had a nice time. The only complaint was the tables were a little tight in the dining room we were in and we could easily hear the tables next to us. We had the Brie, Medallions, Strip and Cheesecake- all amazing! We even had a complimentary Anniversary toast.

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  8. JanB

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very enjoyable and delicious meal. Our server Chris was great. Nice evening in snowy KC.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Not an intimate experience at all, very loud and cramped. Tables are strategically placed so they can squeeze in as many as possible. Hard to have a conversation with the noise level. We enjoyed the food and wine but won’t be back.

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  10. JayinKC

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was absolutely delicious! Appetizers of the lobster purses and onion soup followed by the smoked pork chop and filet medallions. Everything was tremendous!

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  11. Luv2Dine

    Kansas City

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic as always. Excellent food and service.

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  12. SpencerD

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great wine, would recommend for company events or a good date night

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    15 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on November 11, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great wine list. Service is always great but Jason was awesome. Must try the mushroom.

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  14. Jake

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 10, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great service, great feel. Looking for a more local feel, must try.

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  15. BrianF

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on November 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had our very first date at J.J.'s...34 years ago. I proposed to her at J.J.'s 31 years ago. We celebrate these two events -- and our relationship -- every year at J.J.'s (the old and new location). It's OUR restaurant; very special. The food and the service exceed our expectations every time!

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  16. Randy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very attentive server and the food was excellent. Went for a milestone birthday outing and they helped make it top-notch! Will definitely recommend to friends

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  17. KateF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This food and service was STELLAR! Our server was Deena and she was FABULOUS, Knowledgeable and helpful! Definitely recommend for wonderful food and experience!

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  18. Worththevisit

    Kansas City

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined on October 28, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    JJ's exceeded our expectations. The service was excellent. Very extensive wine list at reasonable prices. The baked brie was wonderful. Main dishes and sides were very good.

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a great service. Food tasted great. Can’t wait to return soon.

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  20. tlynn

    Kansas City

    84 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    84 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous food Best art in the city Attentive waiter Five star

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  21. WarrenM

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The noise level was high because the Chiefs were on in the bar where we chose to sit! They were scoring and won! What do we expect? Did not expect a Happy Hour on Sunday but what a value. The mussels in curry were phenomenal.

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They have an amazing patio! Food was excellent and price of wine was good, $30 for a bottle.

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  23. MissinTexMex

    Kansas City

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good but comparatively expensive. Extra charge for a credit card. Plaza taxes are high. They quote a whiskey price, but if on the rocks its extra. Neat? Extra charge. How do you actually order a whiskey and get it for the price quoted? Nickels and dimes, but aggravating. Leaves a bad taste after what could have been an enjoyable dinner. Just more reasons to eat north of the river.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Both ribeye and 11 oz filet were under seasoned. Risotto was “scooped” onto plate. Sales tax was 12.9% plus an additional 3.5% for credit card. Won’t be going back anytime soon.

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  25. CoryS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic meal! Fantastic service! 100% Recommend!

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  26. purpleroc

    Kansas City

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Got a last-minute reservation on Saturday night after a little fun on the Plaza. We were seated outside immediately, and water was brought out. We ordered the Paco's Shrimp to start, and it never fails to amaze! We ordered wine, but had to wait a bit. Our small plates came out before our wine, but that was rectified quickly. The amount of food was perfect since we did not want to eat too much. The ambiance on the patio was great - it was a beautiful evening! Overall, a great experience, though that probably had to do with the company I had too.

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  27. Ciderhouse

    Kansas City

    13 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good was okay tonight. Pizza wasn’t good at all which was strange and disappointing. The salmon portions were sooooo small and disappointing.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    429 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    429 reviews

    Dined on September 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous meal at JJs! Drew is a fantastic server and took great care of our party. Loved it!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Chicago

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on September 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing service and really good food. Our waitress steered us well to great dishes and wine

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  30. EmilyA

    South Dakota

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing! Amazing service, amazing food, and really reasonable prices! You will be blown away by the wine and bourbon selection!

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  31. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably the most amazing food in the KCMO area. Maybe even Missouri. Worth the money!

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  32. georgek

    New York Area

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on September 22, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent. Everything from appetizers, small plates, entrees and dessert was fabulous. Most extensive wine list I have ever seen at a restaurant and there was something for everyone and the wine was great too.

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  33. DavidS

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite location to take friends from out of town.

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  34. SandraM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 18, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food. Loved the grilled salmon with spinach and rissoto - was so tasty! I love the house salad with its wonderful dressing. I have never been disappointed at JJ's ever!

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  35. PaulaW

    Hawaii

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was our first experience at JJ's. The steak was probably one of the best I've had in a really long time. It was a big group in the area where we were sitting and so it was pretty noisy. Would've been nice to have a little quiet area somewhere, but all in all we will definitely go back.

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  36. DanaJ

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 12, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing server and celebrated a birthday in style.

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 8, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I appreciated the many delicious GF options. Patio aaa a great atmosphere.

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  38. CourtneyW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 5, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit the other night to JJ's and we are so happy we decided to go there! They made my parent's Anniversary dinner absolutely perfect, from the greeting, sign on the table and special toast. The food was delicious from the drinks, appetizers, entrees and desserts. We had the BEST mussel appetizer we have ever had that included a curry sauce that was absolutely the best thing ever. We asked for bread to dip in the sauce it was THAT good! We also enjoyed the Paco Shrimp and the Meatballs. For our dinners we all got something different ranging from the pork chop, crab cakes, grouper and salmon. All were cooked and seasoned to perfection. The risotto that most of us had as a side is highly recommended!! The desserts we had the Limoncello and the Triple Chocolate cake. Both were such a nice ending to our meal. Overall, I highly recommend this restaurant for their food and service as a wonderful place for special dinners! Thank you JJ's for a beautiful evening!

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  39. VeronicaM

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Ordered the Paco shrimp which always was one of our favorites, but the shrimp were extremely small. We notice this the last time, as well but now they were even smaller. Will not order these again. 4 Tiny shrimp for 22 dollars. The waiter agreed but no refund or change in price was offered. The extra fee for the credit cards is another reason we may not return for quite some time. This is not an inexpensive restaurant. The credit card fee was significant for our bill.

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  40. Sarah

    Kansas City

    41 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    41 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We sat outside on a gorgeous night. Every dish was excellent. The salmon, grouper, beef medallions and pasta. JJ’s is a favorite!

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FAQs

JJ's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (816) 561-7136.

JJ's Restaurant is rated 4.7 stars by 1675 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for JJ's Restaurant

4810 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Roanoke Pkwy & W 48th St
  • Neighborhood
    Plaza / Brookside
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Complimentary parking is located in the garage of the Polsinelli Building, in which JJ's is on the lobby level. Entrance on east side of the Polsinelli Building off of Roanoke and on the west side of the Polsinelli Building off of Belleview.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://jjsrestaurantkc.com/?y_source=1_MjM1NTY1NjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
  • Phone number
    (816) 561-7136
  • Private party facilities
    We have our Saber Room which seats from 6 - 18 guests. Booking times for the Saber Room are either 5pm or 8pm. For this room, we do 1 check with 20% gratuity. This check can be split up to 4 ways. For events larger than 18, please call us at 816-561-7136 to check availability!
  • Private party contact
    contact@jjsrestaurantkc.com: (816) 561-7136

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