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Diners' Choice: Great for outdoor dining restaurants in Kansas City, KS

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Updated February 05, 2025

Looking for the best restaurants that are great for outdoor dining in Kansas City, KS? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Cafe Provence restaurant
4.9
4.9 (4612)
$31 to $50
French American
Prairie Village
About the restaurant
Café Provence serves seasonal, locally inspired French food in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Family owned and operated for more than 20 years, Café Provence has been honored as one of the Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S., Top 10 French Restaurants in the U.S., Top 25 Service in the U.S., and Best Restaurant in Kansas City.
Café Provence has been honored by Zagat as the best restaurant in Kansas City.
It joins the top 46 restaurants in the United States given this honor in their respective cities, such as Joel Robuchon, Las Vegas, Le Bernadin, NYC, Gary Danko, San Francisco and more.

Visit us on www.cafeprovencekc.com

À bientôt!

Top review
Jody
Dined 1 day ago
Cafe Provence is our go to special occasion and lunch venue Service always attentive Food dependably excellent and fresh Cold items cold Hot items hot if not it’s quickly remedied Love and highly recommend
A photo of Story restaurant
4.8
4.8 (2934)
$30 and under
Modern European
Prairie Village
About the restaurant
Story is a contemporary American restaurant in The Village Shopping Center in Prairie Village, KS. The Center is located 10 minutes southwest of Kansas City, Missouri's Country Club Plaza.
Story offers local, seasonal creative American cuisine from Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen. Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen is a 2022 and 2013 James Beard Semifinalist for Best Chef Midwest and FOOD & WINE magazine's The People's Best New Chef: Midwest. Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen is FOOD & WINE Magazine's The People's Best New Chef National Winner for 2014.

Story features comfortable dining room, patio and bar seating. Story accepts reservations and walk-ins Wednesday - Sunday 4:30pm - 8:30pm.

Top review
Anna
Dined 7 days ago
We had a wonderful experience. We will highly recommend it to friends and family.
A photo of Tavern at Mission Farms restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2848)
$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.

Top review
DebbieVIP
Dined 4 days ago
Kathleen was our server last night, and she was wonderful!! We never had her before, she was friendly and attentive. We enjoyed our meatball appetizer and cocktails before ordering the delicious tomato bisque and salad. Kathleen checked in with us regularly to make sure we were pleased with our meal.
A photo of YaYa's Euro Bistro - Overland Park restaurant
4.7
4.7 (2959)
$30 and under
Contemporary European
Overland Park
About the restaurant
The eclectic menu is inspired by a combination of American, French, Italian, and Greek cuisines. Innovative small plates share the menu with fresh salads, wood-fired pizzas, classic pastas, an array of the freshest seafood and other Bistro classics.
Come dine with us and relax in the glow of the hand-carved sconces, order from the outstanding wine list and savor one of our delicious entrees. Enjoy the warm atmosphere, homemade food and staff that will treat you like family. The service team at YaYa’s consistently aims to provide the best service and complete guest satisfaction. We’re proud to be able to meet the special request of our guests whether it’s food, beverage or a special setting.

Top review
marino
Dined 4 days ago
Very pleasant server. The steak was perfectly medium rare. Everything was correctly cooked. Mussels, calamari. Over all a very pleasant experience. Wish every restaurant was like yaya's.
A photo of Paulo and Bill's restaurant
4.7
4.7 (34)
$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.
Top review
WernerVIP
Dined on Jan 16, 2025
Neighborhood gem. Always a good meal - great wait staff - nice mix of Italian & seafood dishes.
A photo of Paros Estiatorio restaurant
4.7
4.7 (1020)
$31 to $50
Greek
Leawood
About the restaurant
Paros Estiatorio is an elegant 65 seat restaurant located in Mission Farms, Leawood. Our dishes are simply prepared and passed down from generations in order to provide you with and authentic Mediterranean experience. Sit back, relax and allow us to transport you to the sun-drenched Greek islands while you enjoy the company of friends and family.
Top review
HeidiVIP
Dined 6 days ago
Dinner was perfect! Food and ambience is great for date night or family gathering.
A photo of Jack Stack Barbecue - Lenexa restaurant
4.7
4.7 (921)
$30 and under
Barbecue
Lenexa
About the restaurant
"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey

Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.

To stand out in the competitive KC barbecue scene of the mid 1970's, Jack and Delores, began cooking with Gourmet Hickory Wood and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country. The menu included Certified Angus Beef steaks, tender chicken, award-winning lamb ribs, and mouth-watering sides like Hickory Pit Beans and Cheesy Corn Bake.

Top review
Lora
Dined 7 days ago
We took our granddaughter out for her 23 birthday, she selected the restaurant. We ordered the family for 4 meal. The food was wonderful, and she was able to take home leftovers that will last get a week!! Jack Stacks is probably my husband favorite restaurant in KC!
A photo of Scratch Gourmet Kitchen restaurant
4.7
4.7 (181)
$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".

Top review
ChristineMVIP
Dined 2 days ago
The most memorable food experience. Each course was better than the next. Thank you Chef Taylor! And Meg for the best crafted espresso martini! ( toasted marshmallows- come on) We also loved the cozy and modern elegance of your new remodel. Can’t wait to come back.
A photo of The Brass Onion restaurant
4.6
4.6 (2284)
$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.

You can now buy GIFT CARDS online!

Please call us for reservations at 913.851.5940 or book online.

Top review
Donna
Dined 4 days ago
This was our first visit to The Brass Onion. We all agreed the food was delicious, service was excellent and prices were reasonable. There were 5 in our party and we each had a different entree as well as appetizers, drinks and desserts. Spencer was our server and he made sure we were well taken care of. He was the best. We were celebrating a birthday and the birthday person received a free dessert with candles and a card. I highly recommend this restaurant and we will be back!
A photo of Va Bene Italian Eatery restaurant
4.5
4.5 (478)
$30 and under
Italian
Prairie Village
About the restaurant
We are honored to begin serving the community -- whether you are a local or a new visitor, it is our pleasure to host you. We look forward to welcoming you to Va Bene!
Top review
KellyVIP
Dined 5 days ago
First time there. Wonderful food and excellent service. Nice atmosphere. Can be a bit loud when busy.
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