American cuisine: the best places to taste it in Kansas City

"Fire Canyon BBQ was our go to for our company BBQs when they were in Colorado! This would be for about 50-75 people. The food was amazing and very..."

Mary Frankenburger

Kristy Banner

Lonnie's Reno Club

The Campground, Stockyards District

"My continuous advice… sit at the bar. I had amazing cocktails and great conversation with my bartender. The food looked amazing, however I will..."

Lauren Vaughan

"This is hands down the best bar in KC. The natural wine list is incredible, the cocktails are all delicious, and the burger is the best in town...."

Kaitlin Shelton

"The food was creative, delicious and very well executed! However, wish the service was warmer and showcased the food..."

Stephany F

"I have been wanting to try this place out for awhile. I picked it for our super club night. I thought it was amazing. I ordered the smash burger..."

Kelli Goforth

"Fun outdoor patio space with delicious cocktails and a few small plates. The nose dive cocktail was incredibly tasty - I loved the combo of peach,..."

Shaan Somani

"Enjoyable environment with a large drink menu and some solid food offerings. --- My significant other and I came here on a Sunday night in November..."

Arie Polycarpou

"A small menu but great options! We got the smash burger, the pork collar, fries, and goat cheese tart and they were all delicious! I got the old..."

Justin Brown

"I had a wonderful time here, it was my first visit after moving to KC recently. I love the variety of seating options here! I only tried the..."

Nicki Muhawi

"The vibes are reeeeaaalll here. Love the moody dark interior, the patio is awesome to sit outside and still get the vibes, and love the fire pits in..."

Heather Jacobs

"The Campground is completely charming. The staff, cocktails, wine and food are some of the best in Kansas City! The pork collar was so tender,..."

Lyn Jones

Pigwich

94/100 (4528 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had a pulled pork sandwich. It was so good. Great flavor profile. The fries looked yummy...wish I had tried them. Next..."

Danika Washington

"Great burger! Kind of small but extremely delicious. The location on River Market is optimal for a nice setting and the outdoor seating is very..."

Rashad Khoury

"Get the Pigwich! Fantastic pulled pork sandwich! I don't normally like pulled pork with slaw but their slaw is uniquely sweet and savory. Wonderful..."

Ron Blount (Richard_Swagner)

"I went to Pigwich back in August of this year, and that was the very first time I ate there. I was happy to know that Pigwich is partners with the..."

Eli Conway

"This place was recommended by a barista at Thou Mayest Coffee shop. I had other plans on where to eat but since we were here at the City Market, I..."

CG Fahrman (aka Lawn & Yard Service)

"Good BBQ sandwich’s and burger. The food came out pretty fast and had good flavors. The prices were reasonable, with two adults and two kids, a..."

Chris P.

"This was a "random" stop on a road trip that turned out to be just absolutely fantastic. Their menu offers a massive variety of choices, even for..."

trish baker

"Absolutely LOVE this place! We will definitely be craving it once we drive back home. Ate here two days in a row and amazing! Sweet lady at the..."

Mel H

"Today was my first visit to Pigwich. There was a line to get in but there are a lot of seats so we were good. We didn't wait long for our food. We..."

Don Culver

"Great place for a signature burger or sandwich. It is a unique place at the City Market with unique taste. We tried four different choice and two..."

Thomas Schulze

"I’m only giving it 4 stars because my brisket pork sandwich was very flavorful. Unfortunately my husband’s chicken sandwich the kids burgers were..."

Qiana Robinson

"Wow delicious! I've not been here but for today and I'm glad I dropped by. Walking by it for years, I've been missing out. The Pigwich and chips..."

Tim Holman

"We were downtown and decided to give Pigwich a try. The pulled pork sandwich was absolutely amazing and the fries were crispy and delicious. Service..."

Jennifer Ferson

"Pigwich delivers a divine barbecue experience. Their pork brisket sandwich is a mouthwatering masterpiece, offering perfectly smoked meat with a..."

TKnowlie Gaming

"Walked in and immediately was greeted by staff. Informed about the special of the day. I got a burger and homemade chips super amazing.... The onion..."

Kat D

"Excellent butcher right in the heard of the awesome River Market. They have unique brats and sausages and loads of great cuts. They also sell wine,..."

Gianni Cavicchi

"Absolutley loved this place. Sandwiches were great all around. The sweet potato fries were great and went well with the meal. The buffalo chicken..."

Kevin Smith

Longboards

94/100 (3172 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Parking Available

Free off-street parking

"This place never disappoints! Staff is always friendly, food always taste great! Kabo Beef is my fav so..."

Gabriel Romero

"My boss took me to lunch at the Lee's Summit location the other day and it was one of the best wraps I have ever eaten! I told our private process..."

Shelly Lynch

"Found this amazing place on Yelp. They explained the menu and helped us make selections we would enjoy. Everything was AMAZING! Not a bad bite to to..."

Laurie Warrick Kern

"Always great food and service. If you've never been here, you're missing out. My number one favorite place to eat for 7+ years..."

Kraig Solomon

"I went to Longboards Wraps and Bowls in Gladstone, MO in late June 2021, and that was my first time eating from Longboards. I would like to say that..."

Eli Conway

"Love eating here! So many options and they all are delicious. Always the perfect amount of sauce and the ingredients are very fresh. Will be..."

Rashad Khoury

"The decor is fun and beachy surf. The food is always delicious! I try to order something different each time and everything I've had has been..."

Diane McKinney

"Seriously can not get enough of this place! All their locations are consistent with friendly service and quality ingredients. When I get a chance..."

Mr. Man

"I have been to the longhorns in Liberty several times and this one a handful of times. Very happy with those places. It's a nice change of pace for..."

David Massey

"That’s the first time I’ve ever been there and I ❤️ it! People are friendly and helpful, menu is easy to read and the food is good. I just..."

I G

"I’ve been going here for over 10 years. I’ve never had a single negative experience here. The food is always good, even if a wrap may not be my..."

Max

"Customer Service - excellent!! Amazing personality and welcoming hello!! Food has a lot of flavor and spices. The atmosphere is welcome and vibrant..."

Tisha French

"Great service! Hadn't been there in a long time. Food was very..."

Jeff Fleming

"Delicious wraps, lots of variety. I love how friendly the staff is, food is prepared when you order. You can customize your order and they are..."

Danai Rinacke

Strips Chicken

Martin City Brewing Company - The Pizza & Taproom

94/100 (1703 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Our food was really good. However, I would like to address our experience as a family. Our son has autism and it is not always easy to find a fun..."

Amber Hardway Hartenbower

"Awesome staff who knows their beer! Everything I've eaten off the menu has been great...my fav is the balsamic goat cheese bruschetta! Great date..."

Sally Guarino McIlvaine

"IMHO, The Pub is, pound for pound, one of the top 5 restaurants in KC. Wonderful people. Wonderful food. Wonderful beer. Oh, they have excellent wine..."

Skip Quimby

"The smoked Rueben sandwich was off the charts awesome. First time I have ever had pastrami smoked. HIGHLY recommend. Kristen was great and tolerant..."

Bradley Ingels

"Amazing pizza!! I highly recommend the carne and the charcuterie pizza!! Great beer,..."

Valerie Valverde Short

"The bloody mary burger is the best burger i have had in awhile... will definitely return for this..."

Josh Smith

"The pizza is delicious. At lunch I have the pizza and salad. and Yoga Pants. Great..."

Maureen Kennedy

"Love this place! Great food, great drinks, great service and awesome atmosphere. I will be a regular here for..."

Beth Schneweis Masters

"Pizza was outstanding! Oh, and the atmosphere buzzing with little kids dancing to the one man band, a waitress scaling the wall to rush to assist a..."

Cindie Baldwin Luchtefeld

"Great pizza and kind people. Loved everything about this place. I'm from..."

Ray Grass

"Thank you so much for hosting our wedding anniversary party! The food was excellent and the staff did an awesome job. Thank you so..."

Shannon Thomas

"Great beers, great pizza, great service thank you MCB for a great night to celebrate a..."

James Reckart

"I have yet to have any beer yet. We just keep coming back for the amazing..."

Trish Gambrill Takacs

"So our reservations was apparently "lost" by the person who we talked to, two days prior of the day we needed. However they found us a spot anyway..."

Stephanie Kelley

"Martin City Pizza & Taproom is now live on DoorDash, UberEats, GrubHub and Toast for online ordering and delivery! Love their menu variety and..."

Tonya Mangels

"We were in town for baseball tournament, and couldn't decide where to go, but we knew we wanted some pizza. This place was recommended by someone we..."

Michael Bierman

"Been here many times with our boys and we enjoy it. Family friendly. Dog friendly, which has proven awkward a few times….. dog people…… Menu is..."

Robert Acuff

"Best pizza I have ever had! I know that’s a bold statement but it’s true. My whole family loves this place. The place is small and quaint. Homey..."

Rae Burgoon

"Great beer and great tasting pizza with a lot of variety! Awesome..."

JRod Petey

"New favorite hangout for sure. Food is always amazing and service has been wonderful. Martie (sp) always takes care of us, she told us about the VIP..."

CHRISTOPHER BELSHE

"Pros: 1) Good pizza 2) Lunch option on weekdays with $10 for a small 8 inch pizza plus a salad Cons: 1) Small amount of group seating area 2)..."

N A

"Truly enjoyed this brewpub location. Pizza's made on the stone and the sizes are very manageable. The Abbey Belgium Dubbel and the Bourbon Barrel..."

josh banks

"Wonderful evening! Great amber beers! Great BBQ wings! Great KC Cubano! Only thing missing is fries. ..."

Vira V

"Absolutely love Martin City Brewing. Probably the best brewery pub in KC Metro area. Amazing lunch specials. Beers are top notch. Always have..."

Kyle Platz

Eddie V's Prime Seafood

94/100 (3932 ratings)

Free off-street parking

Wheelchair Accessible

"Celebrated at Eddie’s V one evening. Made the reservation online and they called on the actual day to verify the reservation and politely check..."

V C

"I can't say enough about this place. The filet mignon was cooked perfection. It was a 12 oz fillet. I am very particular and it was amazing. The..."

amy

"First time visitors to Eddie V's. This was our 34th wedding anniversary and we wanted were hoping for a good dinner. We weren't let down. Everyone..."

Casiano Trujillo

"The service was amazing. Knowledgeable and always there before I could think of something I needed. The food was some of the best in KC. Free valet,..."

Jeff Tull

"The entire experience was amazing. We came to celebrate my wife’s birthday and they did not disappoint. The food was incredible, Trevor our server..."

tulei tapii

"The crab cake and the au gratin potatoes are phenomenal. The crab fried rice was very good as well but the potatoes were just so much better. Very..."

Kenneth Smith

"Eddie V’s did not disappoint. I’m not a steak connoisseur by any means, but the KC strip was cooked to perfection. Wish it came with some butter,..."

Rishi G

"Fresh seafood, and craft cocktails with a nice ambiance! A must-try crab-fried rice and a lobster taco as an appetizer! All desserts are great here!..."

Bee Charintorn

"We had a lovely dinner here. The ambience is perfect. Tables are spaced nicely, the lighting was perfect as is the subtle decor. Bar area was busy..."

A G

"We were referred here by a friend. Tonight they made us feel special. Great food. Great service and fantastic atmosphere!! Lauren took good care of..."

Justin Sheldon

Tikicat

94/100 (1349 ratings)

"An excellent tiki bar that could easily take on the best in the country. Eclectic, vintage furniture to lounge on, a fantastic drink menu developed..."

Corey Whitworth

"Being in the midwest all my life, it's not common to see a tiki bar here. So when I heard Hopcat has a spot, we had to check it out and RSVP thru..."

Chi Hoang (Chi Chi)

"Entering through a serect door TikiCat gives a very cool experience from the very beginning. If you're looking for something different than the..."

Lauren Maichel

"The drinks here are hands down incredible, worth it for that alone. But I’ll be honest, I found the service here a bit lacking. I hate that you..."

Becky Schubkegel

"LOTS of fun. Be sure to make reservations! We were here on a Thursday night and it filled up. They only let in a certain number, so best to just..."

Heather Campbell

"I can't tell you how thrilled I was that I could have a conversation in a bar without needing to yell. This place is cool, laid back and fun. The..."

Leah Becerra

"Great place to relax and enjoy a cocktail. It's not your typical bar. This is a specialty bar, they have the best tiki cocktails a few beers and a..."

Mandi Murray

"One of the most unique bars in Kansas City and one of the best tiki bars around. From the classics to their own signature concoctions, you’re..."

Ryan Smith

"Located in the basement of HopCat, TikiCat is one of the best hidden gems in KC. If you love tiki decor and strong great tasting drinks then this is..."

Aaron Boland (InfamousABO)

"Amazing place!! Super cool and underground! The drinks are on another level!! Super string so we only had about two each. Worth the experience!! make..."

cristina magallanes

Andy's Frozen Custard

93/100 (1694 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Dinner

Lunch

Cheap Eats

"Went thru the drive thru. The kid taking my order was real nice I'd never gotten anything from Andy's before and I asked him for some..."

Adam Williams

"Some of the finest custard ever! Soooo delicious and creamy! Staff is very friendly and helpful (even when you have a person in your party who has a..."

Peter Loesch

"We ordered a regular strawberry Oreo shake, chocolate ice cream cone with two scoops, and a medium Rico Suave concrete. They were great size & paid..."

Kris C

"Very good location and service. Fellow came to the car to keep the line moving. Had a berry concrete, strawberry concrete and a chocolate ..."

jim stephens

"My favorite custard place. Wide variety of selections. Reasonable price. Great and awesome staff. Refreshing spot to go to during the warm/hot..."

Allera B

"Easy to find on Westport road convenient drive thru or plenty of parking. Unlimited frozen dessert choices all delicious! Friendly knowledgeable and..."

Bob Anthony

"Andy's is our number one place to go to. It has many different options. They made the best frozen custard in Kansas..."

andre harris

"The apple pie and Keylime concretes make me so happy. I wish they would stay..."

Sho nuff

"Great place for date night. Has a small town feel with great service. If you wait in line for the drive thru use caution because the line will..."

C.J Miser

"I always love stopping at Andy's when I'm visiting Missouri. It's the absolute best. I had the cannoli custard OMG! ..."

Kurt Schwigert

"Delicious place, good flavors and..."

Diana Anzola

"We love us some Andy's custard... Love to treat myself from time to time...it's a great date night for me and the other half... BEST..."

1000tezzy

"Delicious!! I love this place they always go the extra mile it's a great..."

Keyana Moore

Non-smoking restaurants

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Joe's Kansas City Bar-b-que

93/100 (16773 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We were visiting from out of state and knew this place was highly rated so we decided to try it. We loved it so much we came back again on our last..."

Tiffany Abraham

"Food was decent. Mac and cheese was fire! The lady at the curbside pick up box has to ask for permission for us to park and wait for our food since..."

Shay Crow

"Incredible BBQ and sides! It’s the best pulled pork in Kanas City, and the dirty rice is my favorite side. They also do an awesome job with..."

Daniel Monnin

"What can I say about this place that hasn't probably already been said. I thought it was pricey but after my meal I was fine with the price. The..."

Xavier Orozco

"This is the best BBQ in KC-hands down. This trip we had the Z-Man sandwich (brisket with an onion ring and cheese), fries and beans. The Z-Man is..."

Gaserukoper Vaseroper

"I was very pleased that I could order online and pickup curbside. I ordered the burnt end sandwich and it was absolutely delicious! The flavor was..."

Milt Enno

"What a delightful barbecue location. Serving is both a gas station and a restaurant, it's certainly unique. We made our purchase online, and stopped..."

Jacob Mader

"UNBELIEVABLY good food. I can see why they have continuously won award after award. Charming AF atmosphere. Employees that care. Efficient service..."

The OCD Virgo

Local Pig

Wheelchair Accessible

"Good price and easy parking. We bought pork belly with skin on and it was SO fresh! They also have a great selection on types of meat that you..."

Natalie Winters

"My husband and I attended the Charcuterie class. We had a fantastic time. This class, as well as the sausage making class we took recently, is a..."

Kathy Fritts

"They have the best guanciale I’ve ever tried! It’s cured and balanced with the right amount of spices but maintaining that amazing pork flavor! I..."

Stephany F

"Visited for both lunch in the restaurant and a sausage-making class in the back room of the butcher shop. Eating at the restaurant, the..."

Mark Nevils

"My husband & I live in SW Florida. We travel a lot, and The Local Pig is our FAVORITE butcher shop anywhere! I am hooked on their smoked and brined..."

Terri James

"Can't say enough good things about this place! I go in every Friday and get sausages, steaks, or pork cuts to grill. I have honestly never had..."

Jay Sauser

"Found this place on a whim and haven’t stopped going since! Amazing service and a great selection we buy all our meats and eggs from here..."

toby

"Local Pig is awesome. Big selection of locally sourced meats and a ton of other foods (and even drinks) that represent Kansas City very well. Would..."

Ty

"I love The Local Pig. This place has locally sourced meats most of which are grassfed. The staff is very knowledgeable and friendly. They have their..."

Daniel Snapp

"We love Local Pig! I have been to their shop 2 times already this year taking their classes. I did the sausage making class with my boyfriend then..."

Jessica White

"Love Local Pig. Come here every week for my groceries. Never regretted a purchase there. The nicest people work there. Their classes are also great...."

Ray Day

"Stopped by a couple of weeks ago while visiting the city market on a Saturday. Wanted to grab a quick breakfast on the way out. I tried your..."

J. Travis Loyd

"Took the charcuterie class and loved it. Two hours, you learn to make sausage, rubbed bacons, and brined ham. Went home with a huge sausage to smoke,..."

Joe Ketcherside

"Best butcher shop in town, bar none. You owe it to yourself to at least try their bacon and their pot..."

Jeff Alejos

"The charcuterie class was great! It seems like the limit is about 10 students in a session which was a good size. The space was a little small, but..."

Liyi Z

"This is the best Butcher in KC and no one can tell me any different! Every time I come in the customer service is stellar and the product amazing!..."

Tiffney Marshall

"I just moved to Kansas City, and needed to find a quality Meat Market to purchase fresh meat of the highest grades. Thank you guys so much with help..."

Nevin Leininger

"First time in KC and I could not get enough of their cuts! I ended up going back every day of the trip for more. Their tamales were absolutely..."

Katie Arnold

"Food comes fast,about 10-15 min for 3 meals.Big portions,not expensive and really..."

Miglena Georgieva

Jack Stack Barbecue - Martin City

93/100 (5011 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"For personal lives in Kansas City, this place is a staple! Their mushrooms are amazing, and nothing can beat them. Overall the thing you have to get..."

Charlotte Blair

"Phenomenal barbecue. Ribs, pork and beef burnt ends, brisket, pulled pork. Jalapeño cornbread with the honey butter amazing. Baked beans to die for...."

EJ Green

"Excellent food AND service!! Brie was our waitress and she has a fun, sassy personality. She provided recommendations that were delicious! ...my only..."

Remote Adjusting Services

"Loved it! Darius was the best, so personable. Helped us Wisconsin girls figure out what to..."

Larissa Dassow

"Yum!! Soo many choices! We went for crown prime beef rib and lamb ribs, traded fries for the hickory pit beans, delicious ending with carrot cake...."

Lisa Brewer

"Ribs—on point. Solid sauce, tender ribs, tasty sides. Definitely a spot to hit on a BBQ tour of KC. Next time I would probably pass on the burnt..."

Collin Ruark

"I've been coming here for years prior to the remodel. Nothing beats this location across the board. Jack's stack, in my opinion, has the best burnt..."

Andrew Avilan

"First time eating KC BBQ. I found the burnt ends a little on the tough/dry side but I had nothing really to compare since this was my first try. The..."

Randall Southers

"Can you say meat meat meat. Wow loaded with meat. Poor Russ it was loaded with meat and flavor. Fries and baked beans. With a tropical paradise..."

Ciera Smith

"We went for carryout. They had the waitresses outside working orders in the parking lot. It was cold outside for them, I'm sure, but warm and..."

Les Bro

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"Hands down some of the best pastries I have ever had. Moist, delicious, flavorful, not overly sweet. Delectable. Came in from Maryland, made sure to..."

Dominique Mattson

"I had an awesome lunch here, the chorizo sweet potato quinoa bowl was perfectly cooked with a runny egg on top. I loved all the fresh veggies mixed..."

Shiona Deliozar

"Having our first granddaughter and found this place.... sent over what I wanted and they made it all so easy.... it came out 100% the way I asked......."

April R

"Hiring McLain's Bakery for our wedding cake (and sheet cakes) was an incredible experience. We went in for a cake tasting where they took the time to..."

Lauren Rosenthal

"My husband and I got a small cake for our birthdays since they are close together. We did the chocolate ganache with almond cake and strawberry fruit..."

C B

"Quality ingredients and service. I eat lunch on the go a lot, they’re quick and efficient. Sometimes to go food is sub par but they do a stellar..."

Em W

"I just love McLain’s Bakery. It has your “normal” bakery items like croissants, muffins, donuts but it also has great breakfast options. It..."

Valerie McKiernan

"It ain't the first time I've eaten here and it won't be the last. I love it. That's all I can say. Quick bite, good food, awesome place, wonderful..."

Aaron Lorick

"Absolutely delightful bakery experience! From the moment I stepped in, the aroma of freshly baked goods was heavenly. The pastries were exquisitely..."

Montana Jones

"Highly recommend McLain's Bakery for your wedding cake. From the start they have been great. We went in for cake tasting and they explained all our..."

Michela Perkins

"Best bakery in KC! Everything is good, but my favorites are the almond pockets. Cherry danishes, and pecan twists. So..."

Bob Gilliam

"Butter rolls are excellent - flaky and buttery with a sweet simple glaze. They are a Christmas tradition in our family! (If you take them home, pop..."

Henry Foster

"Very cute space! The decor is fun and you can watch the baking happen from the comfort of your table. Obviously McLain’s is doing things right,..."

Megan Anastasia

"Great experience. The food and coffee were very good and the variety of pastry is awesome, the staff extremely nice and helpful, and the place is..."

Manny Cáceres

"My new go to for everything baked. It was so easy to order my items! From the first consultation regarding my custom order (Grace was AWESOME to work..."

Katelyn Reiss

Manifesto

"This place is so fun for its delicious cocktails and ambiance! I Love that it resembles a speakeasy as it takes you back in time to Prohibition days..."

Brooke Moore

"Another check mark for my bucket list. This unique historical speakeasy was a true delight! We entered from the back alley, continued down the steep..."

Diana Seim-Meisinger

"How many chances in your life do you get to drink in a real speakeasy? Well at Manifesto you're sharing space once occupied by Tom Pendergast and Al..."

Elizabeth Hershey

"Amazing. Definitely recommend for anyone looking for a unique cocktail..."

Jamie Temme

"Manifesto has the most creative cocktail menu and the best atmosphere. I love joining up with friends here and catching up in the candlelight. The..."

Anna Jessup

"Manifesto will blow your mind, especially if you get the waiter we had. He was so knowledgeable about the History of the place. We loved him. So..."

Annie Zeron

"It was Stop #1 on our GNO (Girls’ Night Out) and it did not disappoint! Neat ambiance, great drinks and even better..."

Kelly Crane

"Beautiful Red Bell is my all time fav drink. The history, cocktails, and ambiance are awesome. The drinks are spendy but worth it. Watching the..."

Jen McKown Zamzow

"Awesome experience! What a great place to have a cocktail with friends. We will definitely be back. Hope Brian is out server next time so he can..."

Nathan Johnson

"I think Manifesto is a great bar! It's very unique and if you talk to a waiter or waitress about what you like before you order, then you will get a..."

Mary Jo Mayes

"Incredible space. Drinks are numerous but somehow well-curated and just on point. My favorite bar experience of Kansas City...."

Nicholas Pascuzzi

"Amazing atmosphere and intelligent staff that know the best way to bring out flavors in their..."

Johnny Ezell Brown III

"You can't beat the experience! I love it! I've never had a drink there that I didn't throw up in my mouth a little, but they just have a multitude..."

Lorrie Sullivan Gilchrist

"Went on a first date and he recommended Manifesto. Had an air of mystery going through the back and had me giddy with excitement to see what the big..."

Alicia Cress

"A fun step back in time. Just like the speakeasy from prohibition days. Enter from the back alley and go down the long dark stairway to the dimly lit..."

Bob Anthony

"Probably the best cocktails I've had in KC. Basement location and ambiance give it a cool speakeasy feeling. I always bring my friends visiting here..."

Carlos Salazar

"Very intimate cocktail bar in the crossroads in KC. It is slightly hidden in the basement of The Reiger Hotel. To get there, go to the back of the..."

Matthew Chrisman

"LOVE this is speakeasy cocktail bar. It’s located in the basement of the Reiger Hotel. If you can get in, you’ll have a fabulous time - excellent..."

Victoria Kishinevsky

"Manifesto was amazing! I had the Smokin' Choke and the Farmhouse Fizz. My fiancee had the Maya Bay and the Shatto Blanc. They were all very different..."

Jason Webber

"This place is a major hidden gem! Absolutely hands down 🙌🏻 awesome staff & cocktails 🍸 You have to visit..."

Misty Tilton

"Such a hidden gem!! An authentic speak-easy, full of history! Authentic hand crafted coctails!! I absolutely love going here and bringing new guests,..."

Amber Nelson Wood

"Love this place! Ward and Precinct and beautiful red bell are our favorites! Call or text ahead for seating in advance! Well worth the..."

Alex Simpson

"Truly one of the most delicious cocktails I’ve ever had. Very dark, romantic ambience. Lovely..."

Shina Alade

"This place is a hidden gem! I can’t believe I didn’t hear about it sooner. The bartenders are friendly and helpful, and the atmosphere is..."

Sarah Powell

"Great vibe , has a "rare and exclusive " feel to it. Great drinks a lot of variety and quality..."

Jeffery martin

"This place is a classic! I love that it’s so hidden in KC. I strongly recommend this place! Great cocktail drinks and stuff you have never tried..."

cristina magallanes

"Such a cool little Speak Easy type hidden jewel. Bartenders were engaging, very knowledgeable, fun to watch perform their magic. They suggested a few..."

rayna lee

"I came here for a few pre-dinner cocktails and really enjoyed the overall experience. Our server was very polite and knowledgeable about the drink..."

D B

"Fair warning. ITS DARK. Like really dark. It takes a bit if it's bright outside for your eyes to adjust. Service was good, they were very..."

Emily H

"Phenomenal. Place works on reservations exclusively, but it is more than worth it. Bar creates unique, signature cocktails, and I have not found a..."

Austin Reinsch

"One of the best bars in the country, an inventive, one-of-a-kind bar in which the cocktails are unlike anything you've ever tried. The Beautiful Red..."

Jerry Gabrielatos

Filling Station Coffee

Accepts American Express

Accepts Discover

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"We had the lox and bagel breakfast. It was a generous portion and very reasonably priced. Only downside is the place is Always packed. Nice that we..."

Ray Hubbard

"One of my favorites. Their tuna melt is the best I've ever had..."

Kellie Walz

"The hazelnut latte is so good! Employee is very friendly. I sat outside of the coffee shop, which is vey relaxing. Strong..."

Kurtis Holmes

"Excellent venue, great service and just an all around place to stop and relax a moment! Enjoyed the neighboring businesses..."

Patrick McCluskey

"My husband and I stopped here on a whim and my husband ordered a iced caramel mocha latte and he loved it; he wanted another right after but we were..."

Paulownia Guerrero

"They make one of the best lattés I've ever..."

Tiger Berry

"A great place to go to for a good atmosphere with a good coffee or hot tea and something from their amazing bakery..."

Colleen Pelletier

"Open early, extremely friendly and knowledgeable staff, and such a cool..."

Jason Mitchell

"The Filling Station should be on your list of "go to" places. All of the drinks, as well as food, are top notch, and the staff adds to the relaxing,..."

Phil Rogers

"Had a latte and cup of drip at the Johnson Dr. Spot. It was awesome, friendly service, great stuff! I hope they bring in more regional roaster's..."

David Elman

"Went for coffee and I just loved the vibe here. It's a very busy place for a good reason! My pumpkin spice latte was made to order and I couldn't..."

Kathleen Bradshaw

"INCLUSIVE! Great food, coffee, and tea! I would recommend this place as a hangout spot/study spot! Staff were friendly and helpful! I will be coming..."

Leo Edwards

"The 20 something girls that work there are your typical woke liberal I don't care how I treat the customers so what ya going to do about it, I hate..."

Susan

"Loved sitting outside at this location! The latte was top tier & the place is super cute. Indoor seating is a great option if it’s too hot or too..."

Brittany Strohm

"Love this place. Caramel lattes were very smooth and delicious. Apart from the pride stuff around, the atmosphere was..."

Kylie Beiler

"My husband and I come here whenever we are downtown. We love messenger coffee, and this particular one is very well laid out. The food is always nice..."

JD LOTR

"This coffee shop has great energy and was a really nice place to enjoy the morning. It was my first time there and I highly suggest giving it a try..."

Dani McPeek

"I freakin LOVE it here. My go-to spot for a healthy breakfast/lunch and my absolutely favorite spot for a morning or midday pick me up before work. I..."

Chandler Pruneau

"Stopped by for a quick cup of coffee on our way out of town. I ended up grabbing a second coffee for the road and a coffee cup. Highly recommend this..."

Gordon Jones

"I always heard good things about this place, and finally tired it just yesterday - wow, I wish I’d come here sooner! Great atmosphere. Very..."

Thomas Myers

"This place is so cute and in the cutest area!! We had one of their juices and it was super tasty and fresh. Also has a very nice patio. I think there..."

Seleen Hubbert

"Nice sized coffee shop, conveniently located in the Beacon Hill / Union Hill area. The staff members were all very friendly and great service! Tasty..."

Bum Soo “Shane” Kim

"I my husband and I love going this this coffee spot every morning! Especially for our breakfast burritos and fresh juices!’ We absolutely love it..."

Millie Reyna Rand

"This is a delightful little cafe in Midtown. The staff was a bit overwhelmed but it was about brunch time on Sunday morning. I definitely plan on..."

Rudolph Nartker

"I was welcomed the moment I walked in the door, and my order was prepared very quickly. I love the atmosphere the cafe gives. Overall a fantastic..."

Robert McGoldrick

"Decent little coffee house where a fulling station once stood. I'm not from the area, but I believe it's in the Union Hill neighborhood. Young..."

Billie Evans

"Love the location and the charming look of the building. Came in here several times during my trip for some cold brew coffee. Service was friendly..."

H D.

Meshuggah Bagels

92/100 (1010 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"If you like bagels, like I like bagels, this is the only place to buy them. Don’t buy Panera’s. Don’t buy at your grocery store. Once u have..."

Denise Childers

"My favorite bagel place! I love the sesame bagel with plain cream cheese, smoked salmon, onions, tomatoes and capers. It hits the spot every time!..."

Jen Kanak

"these bagels are the absolute best i’ve had in my 48 years here on..."

Sandi Rose Corder-Clootz McIntosh

"There is no other place for bagels in the KC area then Meshuggah Bagels. The owners are New Yorkers who worked in NY bagelries and know how to make a..."

Bill Soutar

"Two weeks ago I waited in a short line at the Overland Park location. I ordered Bialys and Everything Bagels. The Bialys were still warm from the..."

Dawn Phillips

"First but not last time visitor. Had the smoked salmon on a bagel....delicious! The people working behind the counter, I'm sorry I didn't get their..."

Candi Stewart

"Fantastic bagels, fantastic schmears, and unbelievably good smoked fish. This place is legit, and the service is tops. If you're a displaced New..."

Elizabeth Hille Cribbs

"Nice crunch on the outside and nice and soft on the inside. One of the best bagels I have ever had - especially in..."

Michele Martin Hart

"our trip to kc ordered your bagel kosher. we ate eow delicious real natural not like omaha bagel bin kosher too much flour gluten unhealthy pleasw..."

Lina Kogan

"I'm from New Jersey...the CAPITAL of bagels. This place has made KC home for me. The best bagels east of Jersey! � Bagels, cream cheese, and..."

Melissa O'Neill

"Everything bagel was flavored nicely and the bottom half was crispy, so that means I enjoyed both halves! Yum! Pastrami salmon and whitefish were..."

Kathleen Heaney

"These are awesome! Not a typical midwestern bagel. They are airier and the crust is crunchy. Love..."

Jamie Erwin

"Love it! Tried a sesame seed bagel toasted with the dirty martini cream cheese... Yum! I’ll be a..."

Lisa Davis Freidel

"Quaint bagel shop with exceptional bagels and smears. I stopped in by chance and was not disappointed! I will definitely be..."

Kalaina Koehler

"Here is the real deal. This new bagel store may just be too close to my home. Great atmosphere and set up. Very efficient service. The owners are so..."

Jasper Mirabile

"One of the best dang bagels I've ever had. Cute little shop, too. Go in there and eat to your heart's content. There's so many..."

Jess Newport

"Came around 11:25 and the line was out the door. Don't let that turn you away lines mean it's worth the wait. The restaurant is on the smaller side..."

Selena Rodriguez

"This is a lovely little spot on 39th street about 3 minutes away from KU Med. The bagel are very good, and the coffee is from The Roasterie. I love..."

elle saunders

"Cute and cozy shop! We were greeted when we walked in and helped pretty quickly. The bagels and shmears were both amazing! They had a couple of..."

Karli Van Aalsburg

"My friend introduced me to Meshuggah Bagels when I treated her to a birthday breakfast earlier this month. What an absolutely DELIGHTFUL..."

Carol H

"The bagels here are very tasty. This location is kosher. The entrance is a bit steep for a wheelchair but could be done. The parking lot is small..."

Leah Lambart

"Delicious bagels, done well in a cute spot. Snag the Lox + all the..."

Kevin McCaskill

"A great place to start your day. Bagels were delicious and the atmosphere was even better. Highly recommend you try this place as I have a high..."

Barry Gurvey

"Best dang bagel I've ever had. This is going to be a regular stop every time I'm in..."

Matthew Hinrichsen

"Meshuggah bagels is located conveniently off 39th street. They have a delicious array of specialty spreads and bagel flavors and even seafood topping..."

Mary Murphy

"Really like this place for bagels. The strawberry cream cheese spread on a bagel is a must try. The jalapeño cream cheese spread in a bagel is quite..."

Scott Coble

"Super lovely staff and dine-in experience. Cafe built out of a small house, so don’t expect a large cafe. Warm and a great place to read and enjoy..."

Ally

"Don't get me wrong, the bagels are great, but the price is a little high for the Midwest. New York bagels at New York prices I guess. It's a cute..."

Dallas L

"I'm from the Chicago area, and we have great bagels in Chicago. Meshuggah bagels are some of the best bagels I've had. When I visit KC, this will..."

Joseph Ciesiel

"Seeing the business of the Sunday hours we decided to get ahead of the crowds and go just after opening. The three staff members were working hard..."

Chris Karcher

"This bagel place is super homey and their bagels are soft and crispy. The staff was very pleasant, and by the time you make your order it’s..."

Erik

"Loveeeee these bagels. You literally can’t get anything better in the Midwest. My personal fav is the sesame bagel with rosemary garlic schmear...."

Emily Smith

"Amazing and fresh bagels, great cream cheese!! Bagels are authentic and chewy. Cute little neighborhood shop for a quick breakfast. Will miss this..."

Annie Spidel

"Every bite was so good!! Try the everything toasted with blackberry schmear (limited time) or the pastrami encrusted nova lox on garlic. *Chef's..."

Laney Beckes

"Amazing New York Style bagels! I have been missing NYC bagels since my college went virtual and these hit the spot! Literally brought me back to the..."

Mariah Mckenzie

Webster House

"{2020 KC Restaurant Week Review} The Webster House was our first lunch stop for KCRW! Everything was wonderful as usual. First Course: {Cream of..."

Kristen G

"Webster house generally provides great experiences. It's a boutique shop, an event space, and a fine restaurant. I have not been here for happy hour;..."

Celeste

"This unique build is a gem of a find. The shop downstairs has a wonderful staff that are ready to help you at a moment's notice, and the restaurant..."

Briãna Jones

"We have been coming here for years as our 'go to' dining experience prior to attending performances at the Kauffman Center. Every visit has provided..."

Todd Schmidt

"My wife chose Webster House for dinner for her birthday. She couldn't have made a better choice! Our dinner was fantastic. Every grain of rice in..."

Chris Flanigan

"An overall excellent experience. Parking was ample thanks to a parking garage across the street that was validated by the restaurant. We were able to..."

Andrew Waters

"Food, ambiance and service was excellent! The squash soup was too spicy, but everything else was over the top fabulous! The restaurant and retail..."

shelley Lucido

"Great service and great food! Webster House has a pleasant ambiance as..."

Jonann Petty

"This was our first time to Webster House. It was phenomenal! We had Dan as our server. Since it was our first time, we deferred to his..."

Jenn W

"This is a must, go to place. Great experience. Food and service is wonderful. Has a clothing speciality shop and beautiful antique pieces..."

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