Diners' Choice: Good for special occasions restaurants in Kansas City / Kansas

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Updated September 05, 2024

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Renaissance Cafe

4.9

4.9 (837)

$30 and under

Italian

Salina

About the restaurant

Authentic Northern Italian Cuisine. Including in house made breads, pastas and desserts. Exciting menu of steaks, chops, seafood and other surprises.

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Richardvip

Dined 7 days ago

My wife and I stopped in 7 Sep. she had the sea bass which she loved, I had the ribeye which was delicious as well. She finished with Crème brûlée, delicious. A nice drive out to the lovely burg of Assaria. It was a nice outing!

Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.9

4.9 (3268)

$50 and over

Seafood

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 6 days ago

Great food! Excellent service! Definitely recommend it.

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4.9

4.9 (742)

$50 and over

Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service

Downtown / River Market

About the restaurant

*****Lonnie will not be performing on September 28. September 28 - Shon Ruffin to perform*****

Join us Friday and Saturday nights at Lonnie's Reno Club for an elevated dinner show engagement featuring Lonnie McFadden and his band! The club is an authentic KC jazz club with ties to the history of Midwest music. Enhance your show with prohibition-era cocktails, a thoughtful wine list and local craft beers for an unforgettable jazz experience.

Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm.

The ticket price includes: Show Ticket - 3-Course Meal - Welcome Champagne Cocktail

* All other cocktails and drinks are separate.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 6, 2024

The entertainment was spectacular and the service was as well. However, the food was OK. For the price that you paid per plate the food could have been better or less expensive. I thought two drinks were included with the meal and I found that to be very different when we got the tab as well as very unexpected service charge. But the entertainment was very, very energetic and well done.

Hereford House - Independence

4.8

4.8 (2178)

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Independence

About the restaurant

Hereford House is one of Kansas City's legendary steakhouses. Great food, casual atmosphere, superior service and reasonable prices.

Daily Summer Specials - All Day Happy Hour (Sun + Mon), Whiskey Wednesday (25% off pours) and Rotating Featured Burger Specials!

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Susanvip

Dined 4 days ago

Austin was an amazing sever answering our questions and suggesting things to make our dining experience better. He was attentive and knowledgeable. The food was excellent— the steaks done perfectly just the way we ordered. A great way to celebrate my birthday. Just passing through from Minnesota.

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Experience

Happy Hour 3-6pm Every Day

Stock Hill

4.8

4.8 (3381)

$50 and over

Steakhouse

Plaza / Brookside

About the restaurant

💎 𝟒 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 Winning Restaurant by AAA 2017-2023
🥇 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 in America by Thrillist 2017-2020

Stock Hill checks all the boxes — but also thinks outside of them. As part of Kansas City’s chef-driven food scene, Stock Hill embraces𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. Serving creative interpretations of nostalgic steakhouse staples, our culinary team, led by Chef Jacob Hilbert, uses the 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩-𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙩 with impeccable flavor, sourced from the Midwest’s finest ranches.

𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓.

From artisanal sides to handcrafted cocktails, every aspect of our menu is 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, uniquely-Stock Hill experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, treating a client to dinner, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, we're here to make it a meal to remember.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined 2 days ago

Phenomenal experience! Our food was amazing! We split the wedge salad, my husband ordered the KC strip and it was hands down one of the best we have ever had! I ordered the scallops, which were delicious and we shared the whipped potatoes. Great wine selection, and our server Justin was so helpful and knowledgeable! He made our anniversary dinner just perfect! Can’t wait to go back!

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The MEZZ at Stock Hill

Dockum

4.8

4.8 (338)

$30 and under

Speakeasy

Wichita

About the restaurant

Introducing Dockum, a speakeasy-style bar serving exquisite craft cocktails in downtown Wichita. Packed with intrigue, this subterranean lounge will bring you to another time and place—one that entices the senses with unforgettable tastes, sights, and sounds.

Step into a place built with classic elegance. Established in 1926, Dockum is a speakeasy-style bar where time slows, and discretion reigns. Find yourself sipping the finest handcrafted cocktails and well-prepared tonics. Our homemade bitters and syrups, fresh-squeezed juices, and selection of small bites are the talk of downtown Wichita, possessing the power to cure any ailment.

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Steve

Dined on Aug 27, 2024

The drinks were delicious. The food….the quality was great, however the cost was way too high for what was given (the charcuterie board). We didn’t know what anything was, except the obvious (cheese, pickles, green beans). I’ll be back for the drinks. The food…..did I mention drinks?

Wandering Vine at The Castle

4.7

4.7 (992)

$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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Elsievip

Dined 7 days ago

Great place with amazing food, wine list and service. Beautiful patio

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The Melting Pot - Kansas City

4.6

4.6 (3693)

$31 to $50

Fondue

Plaza / Brookside

About the restaurant

At The Melting Pot, fun is cooked up fondue style, creating an out of the ordinary dining experience. You'll discover all the ingredients for a perfect evening, including attentive service, private tables, & an atmosphere of casual elegance. In addition to the cheese & chocolate fondues which have made The Melting Pot famous, they offer a fine selection of beef, chicken, seafood, & vegetarian entrees, as well as an exceptional wine list & a full bar. You may enjoy a romantic evening for two, a special occasion with fifty of your closest friends, a dining experience to impress your boss, or a night out with the family. Whatever the occasion, an evening at The Melting Pot is always a celebration. Call directly to inquire about the Romance Packages in The Melting Pot’s private celebration booths for two.

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on Sep 5, 2024

We had a great time. Sadie was an excellent waitress. She let us all catch up and didn’t rush us and we had an amazing time. She gave her personal recommendations and she has great taste!

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A photo of Lavender & Blueberry White Chocolate Fondue of a restaurant

Popular dish

Chocolate Explosion

Popular dish

Pure Chocolate Fondue

McGregor’s Butcher Bistro

4.6

4.6 (284)

$31 to $50

American

Overland Park

About the restaurant

At McGregor's we're part bistro, part butcher and 100% committed to serving great food in a friendly setting. We source high-quality ingredients to craft the kind of meal you'll remember. Whether your in the mood for a Steak Flight, Seared Ahi Tuna, or one of our weekly specials, you'll leave thinking about this meal all week long.

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Katherine

Dined 1 day ago

The food was magical and our waiter, Tom helped to guide us to make fabulous choices. The Chilean sea bass was off the charts perfection.

Pinstripes - Overland Park

4.5

4.5 (477)

$30 and under

American

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Pinstripes: Where Sophisticated Fun Meets Exquisite Dining. With over 30,000 square feet of entertainment space, indulge in scratch-made Italian-American cuisine, handcrafted cocktails, and a robust wine list. Enjoy our weekday happy hour from 3-6pm, or don't miss our famous bottomless brunch buffet on weekends. Experience modern bowling and bocce with full-service dining and entertainment options. Perfect for corporate gatherings, celebrations, or family events, our versatile spaces accommodate parties of 20 to 1000 guests. Book your unforgettable experience today!

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Debi

Dined 5 days ago

Had never been - really lovely, away from bowling and bocce - patio is lovely and food was delish!

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