Diners' Choice: American restaurants in Kansas City, KS

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall American cuisine in Kansas City, KS? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

Tavern at Mission Farms

4.7

4.7 (2907)

$30 and under

American

Leawood

About the restaurant

Tavern at Mission Farms is a classic American styled restaurant, in the heart of Leawood, 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.

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Cindy

Dined 2 days ago

Great food and great service but PLEASE make note on your website that Happy Hour is only if you eat in the bar.

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Triple Chocolate Cake

Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

4.6

4.6 (222)

$31 to $50

American

Prairie Village

About the restaurant

Enjoy a night of fine wine, mixologist made cocktails and elevated comfort food at a locally owned casual fine dining restaurant in the Shops of Prairie Village. From humble beginnings as a small catering company we have transformed into a one-of-a-kind small boutique restaurant that provides a private and intimate dining experience focused on the food at the table and personal interactions with our team. Come experience the culinary expertise of Chef Taylor Hindman alongside 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine program featuring more than 165 unique wine selections curated by our owner Tyler Morrison.

Scratch is a small gem of a restaurant that provides a surprise and delight as we continue to grow. Since our opening in 2021, Scratch has been awarded Best New Restaurant in Johnson County in 2022 by The Shawnee Mission Post, 2023 Best Caterer in Johnson County, Finalist for Best New Restaurant by KC Magazine, and 2023 Yelp's "People Love Us".

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Holly

Dined on Jun 20, 2025

Such a wonderful date night spot! We loved everything we had!

The Brass Onion

4.6

4.6 (2365)

$30 and under

American

Overland Park

About the restaurant

Inspired by comforting dishes of low-country flare and traditional family favorites, our menu delivers exciting flavors to your dining experience. We have complimentary Valet starting at 5pm Monday - Saturday. Sunday 10am-3pm for Brunch!

You can now buy GIFT CARDS online!

Please call us for reservations at 913.851.5940 or book online.

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Demetria

Dined 7 days ago

My first experience is here was amazing. The server was friendly and on top of service. I also go engaged last night. The staff and managers were talkative friendly and checked on us when they could. Busy and energetic. I recommend this place.

Grand Street - Lenexa

4.6

4.6 (1154)

$30 and under

American

Lenexa

About the restaurant

For over 25 years, locally owned and operated Grand Street has been a Kansas City favorite for its modern American cuisine. Our new location, in the Lenexa City Center, is the perfect retreat for indelible dining and events. Our food is simple, elegant, and exciting. The exceptional cuisine paired with the modern decor is sure to make Grand Street a dining experience you will remember. Our chefs are dedicated to ensure your culinary experience will be fulfilled while our service team aims to provide the highest level of hospitality.

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GregVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

We always get great service here and our meal was outstanding!

Tavern In The Village

4.7

4.7 (2086)

$30 and under

American

Prairie Village

About the restaurant

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.

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NanVIP

Dined on Jun 24, 2025

I had requested a booth in my reservation, and although there was a small booth available, the hostess told me that a large booth wouldn't be available for "quite some time." When I asked her how long that was, she said at least fifteen to twenty minutes. At this veery moment, the party seated at one of the large booths got up and left. I asked her if we could have their booth and she said that it would take quite some time to turn it over. Really? I told her I was willing to wait the "quite some time" for that booth to turn over while at the bar. She seated us in said booth after just a few minutes. This whole thing felt odd to me, and I was displeased. On the flip side, our server, Samantha, was a complete delight, and our food, cocktails, and wine were excellent and delicious.

Paulo and Bill's

4.5

4.5 (54)

$31 to $50

American

Shawnee

About the restaurant

Paulo & Bill Restaurant in Shawnee serves up well-presented seafood and Italian cuisine including the classics and more modern choices.Paulo & Bill Restaurant offers appetizers that include garlic bread, wood-fired salmon salad, calamari, crab cakes and goat cheese bruschetta. Pasta options can be made gluten free and include the house-made gnocchi, wild mushroom ravioli and lasagna. Guests can choose entrées like the chicken piccata and Mama Mia grilled beef tenderloin with whipped potatoes. There is also a wood-fired oven with a number of pizza selections, such as peppered chicken and applewood smoked bacon. Paulo & Bill Restaurant has an outdoor seating area, a kids' menu and a special happy hour menu that includes small plates, such as lasagna rolls and sausage or beef tenderloin flatbreads. There is also brunch available. Special wine dinners are offered throughout the year with vintages paired with each course.

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Barbara

Dined on Jun 12, 2025

We always have a wonderful experience at Paulo and Bill's. It is our favorite place to meet family and catch up. The ambience allows for good conversation and the food is great. Thank you for always taking good care of us!

Granite City Food & Brewery - Kansas City Speedway

4.6

4.6 (778)

$30 and under

American

Kansas Speedway

About the restaurant

With its warm, inviting, and modern design, Granite City Food & Brewery’s expansive interior features a spacious and comfortable dining room, four-sided modern, full-service bar, as well as an outdoor patio. The on-site brewery, with award-winning hand-crafted micro-brews, is visible from the main dining and bar areas. The restaurant also showcases an open kitchen featuring chef developed, handcrafted made-from-scratch cuisine, including innovative signature entrees, flatbreads and more.

Granite City Food & Brewery’s signature brews, which are made on-site, include The Duke (Pale Ale), The Bennie (Bock), The Northern (American Style Light Lager) and The Stout. Seasonal brews are featured throughout the year.

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Alicia

Dined 2 days ago

Granite city always has great food our server last night was amazing. They had a table ready for us when we walked in!

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Experience

Lawless Brunch Buffet

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Overland Park

4.5

4.5 (2495)

$30 and under

American

Overland Park

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is your destination for bold flavors and warm hospitality. From expertly crafted wood-fired steaks and fresh seafood to signature cocktails, mocktails, and curated wines, every detail is designed to deliver an unforgettable dining experience. Whether you're gathering with family, hosting a client, or toasting to a special occasion, Firebirds offers elevated cuisine at an approachable price. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio and let us show you what extraordinary dining feels like. Reserve your table today — we can’t wait to serve you.

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Judi

Dined on Jun 21, 2025

Had not been there in a while. It was great! Service excellent and food was excellent as well!

Wandering Vine at The Castle

4.5

4.5 (1148)

$31 to $50

American

Shawnee

About the restaurant

The extraordinary wine and dining experience in the most romantic setting in Kansas City! Voted Best Wine List in Johnson County and Open Table Diner's Choice Award.

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Christopher

Dined 5 days ago

Outstanding venue and atmosphere with an interesting menu

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Popular dish

Roasted Farmer Beet Salad

Experience

Saturday Royal Tea

Experience

Common Ground Wine Dinner

Houlihan's - Leawood

4.4

4.4 (912)

$30 and under

American

Legends / Village West

About the restaurant

Since 1972, we’ve believed in quality ingredients, cooking from scratch and having fun. From our famous ‘Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast to our unique burger blend and ahi tuna, we believe in celebrating the small things and that every moment deserves a toast in its honor. So grab a drink (perhaps our signature Long Island Iced Tea), enjoy some great conversation and let us serve you an excellent meal.

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Sandeep

Dined 5 days ago

We had the prix fixe menu. Great value for money. Service was great

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