Diners' Choice: Lively restaurants in Kansas City, KS

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Updated April 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants that have the most vibrant bar scenes 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!

801 Chophouse - Leawood

4.8

4.8 (3213)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Leawood

About the restaurant

## 801 Chophouse: Your Leawood Destination for an Unforgettable Steakhouse Experience Step into a world of refined elegance and savor the finest cuts of USDA Prime steak at 801 Chophouse Leawood. Our restaurant is a haven for discerning diners seeking an unparalleled culinary journey. **Indulge in Prime:** - Our in-house meat program ensures the highest quality, dry-aged steaks, cooked to perfection and bursting with flavor. - From the succulent Filet Mignon to the robust Ribeye, each bite is a testament to our commitment to excellence. **Beyond the Steak:** - Our culinary artistry extends beyond the grill. Explore a symphony of innovative side dishes, crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients. - Delight in delectable desserts, each a masterpiece of flavor and artistry. **A Wine Lover's Paradise:** - Our award-winning wine list boasts an extensive selection from around the globe, perfectly paired to complement your meal. - Our knowledgeable sommeliers are eager to guide you on a journey of discovery, ensuring each sip enhances your dining experience. **Ambiance of Distinction:** - The warm, inviting atmosphere of 801 Chophouse Leawood sets the stage for an unforgettable

Top review

ChrisVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Bela and Dawn are amazing servers. Food is outstanding and we always walk out with a smile.

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Popular dish

Steak Tartare

Popular dish

Petite Filet Mignon 8oz

Popular dish

Filet Mignon 12oz

Bristol Seafood Grill – Leawood, KS

4.7

4.7 (10006)

$31 to $50

Seafood

Leawood

About the restaurant

With an indulgent menu focused on superior quality seafood, Bristol Seafood Grill crafts its dishes with exacting standards & pampers its guests in a comfortable atmosphere. Featuring a generous cellar selection, an oyster bar & creative cuisine, Bristol delivers culinary excellence at a surprising value. Open for weekday lunch, dinner & Sunday Brunch.

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Larry

Dined 1 day ago

Our experience at Bristol’s were absolutely fabulous! From the time we entered thru the time we left, we were treated like royalty. We celebrated our wedding anniversary and the staff celebrated with us with outstanding service and delicious food. We were greeted with; “happy anniversary “. Now, that’s thought and attention to details. That’s the way the staff at Bristol’s treatment us. We definitely will return again.

North Italia – Kansas City

4.7

4.7 (3449)

$30 and under

Italian

Leawood

About the restaurant

Reservations may be limited online. Please call the restaurant to inquire about availability.

At North, we focus on what we do best: Italian from scratch. Enjoy any of our handmade pastas and pizzas, created with seasonal ingredients and inventive flavors. Or, try a different signature dish, prepared with our fresh flavors from the garden, farm, and sea. We’ve hand crafted seasonal cocktails that pair great with our food, creating a real modern Italia experiences perfect for any occasion.

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RandyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

Had dinner with friends and the food was delicious!! The service was exceptional!!

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Louie's Wine Dive 119th Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (1202)

$30 and under

American

Overland Park

About the restaurant

Louie’s Wine Dive serves lunch, happy hour and dinner daily, and brunch on weekends. Award-winning food is created from local ingredients under the eye of formally trained Chefs. Louie’s wine list and featured wineboard offer hard to find, quality focused selections. Louie’s offers a craft cocktail and local beer menu. Louie’s Wine Dive features a warm, casually elegant atmosphere. It's the place for food and wine lovers to be social!

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Natalie

Dined on Mar 26, 2025

Live music, but couldn’t hear it because we were in a back area closed in with lots of girls laughing and talking loud. Haha! Fun girls spot! My dinner was amazing. Chicken Piccata was so good. Will be back!

Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

4.7

4.7 (207)

$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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ChristineMVIP

Dined on Apr 17, 2025

Best food and service! We enjoyed the new happy hour menu. Crab Rangoon dip is to die for and all the specialty drinks were yummy.

Sushi Karma

4.6

4.6 (57)

$30 and under

Sushi

Mission

About the restaurant

Thank you for choosing Sushi Karma! We look forward to having you!

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Paul

Dined on Apr 6, 2025

it was very tasty. All the sushi was delicious. The shrimp lo mein was just OK. It wasn’t cooked enough.

Houlihan's - Overland Park

4.5

4.5 (752)

$30 and under

American

Overland Park

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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Mary LynnVIP

Dined 3 days ago

I was dining with a friend and had a wonderful evening of conversation and good food. Our server Allison was professional and friendly. Houlihan’s is often our place to meet and I will definitely be asking to be seated in Allison’s section next time!

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Overland Park

4.4

4.4 (2460)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Overland Park

About the restaurant

Firebirds Wood Fired Grill is an American Restaurant and Steakhouse serving authentic wood-fired steaks, seafood, specialty cocktails and select wines. Join us for Happy Hour at the FIREBAR® or on the patio for drink specials and bar bites. We offer top-notch service and upscale dining at a modest price. Reserve Your Table with us today.

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Heather

Dined 3 days ago

Great experience! Great service!!! Awesome food and great night.

Houlihan's - Leawood

4.3

4.3 (904)

$30 and under

American

Legends / Village West

About the restaurant

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Sylvia

Dined 7 days ago

Absolutely fantastic service! We return here because the staff is top notch and we always are treated like family. Everything comes out perfect or it is corrected with a smile. This is one of our favorite KC restaurants. They had a lovely Easter menu. We were there on Easter Saturday and it was delicious.

RA Sushi Bar Restaurant - Leawood, KS

3.7

3.7 (992)

$30 and under

Japanese

Leawood

About the restaurant

Everyone has an adventurous side and RA Sushi is the place to explore and find yours. At RA, we're all about lively music, an energetic atmosphere, inventive cocktails and out-of-this-world sushi. Where else can you enjoy happy hour every day of the week? You know when you're in the RA because there's no other place like it. Order up the best sushi in town and prepare to be blown away by our signature rolls and amazing Japanese cuisine. Whether you're a sushi aficionado or just looking to explore new flavors, RA is your go-to destination. So bring your friends and grab a table or hit up our patio, either way, you're in for a great time.

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Kari

Dined 6 days ago

Overall, really nice experience. Sushi was good and so was the hibachi! The only downside was that it took an extraordinary long time to bring the hibachi out which resulted in us eating our meals at seperate times (it took almost 30 additional minutes for the hibachi to come out).

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