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

"Wow! Truffled Eggs Benedict blew me away. My first taste and I could smell and taste the truffles. The peach danish was so fresh. Full Cooper bar. ..."

Kerri Nobrega

Sot

"Drinks were tasty, pretty and strong. The bartender was super nice and helpful. No food here but lots of fun things in the area. We had a good time..."

Paige Dryden

"Wow! Just WOW with these cocktails. Super unique and absolutely delicious. We just had to keep trying what they had to offer! If you like gin they..."

Emily Sopchak

"Nice little hole in the wall bar with an unassuming exterior. A unique style of cocktails that all comes together well. A must visit when you're in..."

Damien Price

"Best cocktails and mixologists in KC. So friendly and knowledgeable. They won’t make you feel dumb if you don’t know liquor, take time to..."

Winifred Jamieson

"SoT is likely our top three favorite bars in Kansas City metro. The vibe at this bar is fantastic. The bartenders pick the music, so you never know..."

Trillian Eats

"A fantastic experience and highly recommend whether living in KC or visiting downtown. Just an easy and safe walk from various downtown hotels. We..."

Corey Whitworth

"So far, this has been one of my favorite bars in KC!! The drinks were phenomenal! Loved the vibe and the service was great! An absolute must for a..."

Caroline Manlove

"We got great recommendations from the menu and amazing custom drinks by the bartender. The atmosphere is relaxed with super friendly staff. Would..."

Adrian B.

"These drinks grow incredibly slow but they are fantastic. They hit hard well after you've consumed them. This is where a bar would go if it wanted to..."

Andrew Harper

"Absolutely loved this place! Helpful, knowledgeable staff, great atmosphere and decor, and excellent drinks! The immediate neighborhood is uncertain..."

Lorinda Hagstrom

Cafe Sebastienne

90/100 (1792 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"Most wonderful food! Most wonderful coffee! Most wonderful service. Many reasons to eat at this amazing place and you might be surrounded by ART..."

Susan Engle

"Stopped in for coffee while touring the museum. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Coffee was excellent. Will go back soon to..."

Michael Harper

"Excellent brunch and service! For sure will be a..."

Frass Azab

"Wonderful atmosphere and absolutely delicious..."

Jackie Otte

"My favorite restaurant! The food and atmosphere are second to..."

Wanda Greene

"Can't go wrong on a Sunday..."

Dave Lackey

"Bridal Luncheon that was absolutely wonderful for our daughter! Great..."

Susan Dean

"I was greeted by oh so FRIENDLY staff and seated without much wait time. My server was such a joy and was the utmost tentative to everyone dining at..."

Daniela Barba

"Café Sebastienne was a great choice for Father’s day brunch. Not pictures we started with lamb sausages which were basic, but delicious. I had..."

Dave Kitchens

"Don’t know why it took me this long to try this place out, since I’m obsessed with anything brunch related. I just loved the setting of this..."

Shiona Deliozar

"The food here was delicious. I ordered the Kobe Beef Hash and the Crab Cakes/Eggs Benedict. They were both divine. The cafe is located inside the..."

Baotri Nguyen

"A great place to get lunch. I had the fried rice with duck added to it for my entree. For dessert I had the bruleed barley pudding, followed by a cup..."

Carlos Salazar

"This was such a great place for brunch. The art and the courtyard come together to make this a very unique experience. I would suggest bringing..."

Addyson Reimer

"I absolutely love Cafe Sebastienne... the staff was friendly the atmosphere was upbeat and very enjoyable... the food and service was delicious....."

Zeal Zillner

"Eating at this cafe was an amazing experience. The art on the walls really made it a unique experience to have brunch and relax among such a fun..."

Erik

"Amazing! I am obsessed now. Beautiful atmosphere. Seated in the atrium. My waitress (Lauren) was an angel, so intuitive, thoughtful, great..."

Ms H

"Delicious brunch, especially the Cafe Benny. Service was polite, prompt and there isn't a more beautiful setting for a..."

Timmy E

"Great place to take a break from the museums and enjoy a wonderful meal. Nice to have the chef stop by to say..."

P K

Corvino Supper Club & Tasting Room

89/100 (1474 ratings)

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Had a very unique dining experience here, we went on a very chill day, around 4pm on a Thursday and had the place pretty much all to ourselves for a..."

Shiona Deliozar

"Enjoyed every bite here! The vibe was great, the service was perfect and every dish was delicious! The fried chicken might have been the best I've..."

Amber Peterson

"The dark modern interior creates a stylish and sophisticated ambiance that is truly captivating. The shareable menu offers a delightful array of..."

Colt Roth

"We had a wonderful dinner experience at the Supper Club with friends. The bill was steep, but we knew what we were signing up for, and it was worth..."

Regan Bourland

"Food was good but not great. The Bolognese was however, outstanding. The rest of the food was as good as you would get in most places for about..."

Kyle Hanson

"Incredible. Best meal I've had in awhile. So unique, everything you get will blow your mind. The ribeye was so tender and juicy. Perfection. This is..."

Mikala Gardner

"Unique and incredible. Truly one of the best meals i have had in a long time. Service was top notch. Each dish has soo many flavors each placed..."

B E

"Cocktails were fabulous. Staff was kind and helpful. Piano music was nice but hard to hear over the noise of all the people talking. We only had..."

KcMissy

"Amazing restaurant! The seaweed donuts and agnolotti are a must! The steak and fried chicken were also cooked to perfection. Great cocktails and wine..."

Mo Aces

"Great meal and live music on a Monday. Definitely a must if visiting KC. Our server was very..."

Eric M

"We dined in the tasting room for V day. Our second experience here. Again the dishes and bites were incredible overall! We loved the “snacks” -..."

Amanda Horne

"The Titanic theme was neat. I had the vegetarian courses and loved most of them! Favorite dish was the hen of the woods with preserved lime - they..."

Miyata Ichiro

"We ate in the supper club and tried a bit of everything! Our personal favorite was the fried chicken and pork ribs and the broccoli! We had a great..."

emily calvert

"Corvino was high on our list of places to try and it did not disappoint. The ambiance was romantic. The dimly lit restaurant was busy on a Saturday..."

Sara London

"Completely worth the hype. The seaweed donuts are worth trying just to see if your taste buds are aligned with those of the New York Times’ staff...."

Lynelle NH

"An amazing restaurant for date night and dinner parties. We enjoyed all the delicious food and drinks, paired with live music. Food wise: We had the..."

Figo Chin

"This place was so classy and cozy, perfect for a date night! They had a live pianist that added to the overall atmosphere. The food was unique and..."

Pooja A. Patel, DrOT, OTR/L

"This is a bright spot in the culinary landscape of Kansas City. I took a rare opportunity to take myself to dinner on a whim, and everything was..."

Kirsten Rowland

Blue Moose

"It was a great time..my group of friends did happy hour...and tried everything on there happy hour menu...it was all delsh....and a few friends..."

Brent Lott

"It was our first time going. The place is really nice on the inside and they have a nice outdoor patio that wraps around. Food is excellent. We tried..."

Dave Walters

"Went in for lunch, food and staff were both great! So excited to have blue moose in the red bridge..."

Andrea Wilbanks Moore

"I had the short rib and omgosh it was so good. But our server, Justin, was probably the best part...."

Anita Hill

"Place was solid, and good to have open in red bridge. My only complaint...side salad, bring it out before the entree, and how about some bread or..."

Chad Martens

"Very busy night with KU basketball on all TVs. A bit of a wait on Saturday evening but not bad. Good food and good..."

Elaine Lewallen

"Lovely space, great food and outstanding service by Mary Beth! She was so fun, personable and attentive...a real professional! We'll be..."

Jan Hardesty Wiedemann

"Excellent service, beautiful place and the food was..."

Heather Reilly

"First visit last week. Definitely won't be the last. Wonderful service and even better..."

Barbara Blair

"Great food I love the shrimp and chicken..."

Marilyn Tuckness Koons

"First time visiting. Great service. Sat on the bar side. Great food. Fair prices for the food. The coconut milk was a little strong in the chicken..."

C. IZZARD

"Before I even get to the food, I wanted to thank all of the Blue Moose employees for their excellent service. It was a truly exceptional experience...."

Steph Rupp

"Good place to enjoy KC Restaurant Week and a well flavored menu. Very open spaced location with rustic but stylish decor. Wish they had more than 1..."

Gwendolyn Petway

"I ordered the chicken and shrimp curry. It was my first time at Blue Moose and my first try at curry. The restaurant was nice, my server was great,..."

Kimberly Henderson

"I'd heard nothing but good things about this place, so finally checked it out. It didn't disappoint! The happy hour specials are good, the food and..."

Denise Mitchell

"The food always exceeds my expectations. Management and wait staff can't be beat. Tori, Emma and Brett are friendly and good company to have a..."

Mona Coe

"Nice bar and really great food. Good place to go for a drink or..."

William Ashurst

"The Moose has made tremendous improvements in food quality. The ribs with Teague sauce are absolutely fantastic .Possibly the best in town.Still the..."

Ames Shannon

"I like this place. People are nice and friendly. Very clean and not too many people there on a week night. You are able to have a conversation ..."

A J

"Service was great nice atmosphere food was good. Just one thing I didn't like I ordered the club sandwich with fries and the description had that the..."

Steven McCarty

"Our family, group of 14, had a post-funeral lunch here. They quickly accommodated us with a less than 10 minute wait. We had the large table in the..."

Scott McGee

"Tacos were great. Server had perfect timing and talked a little football. 3 bonus points. Like Arnold... I'll be back. *Restaurant..."

Jason Thomas

"My husband and I ate at Blue Moose for the first time last night. Our first impression was awesome. We were greeted with a genuine smile and cheery..."

Deborah Williams

"While the Friday night special (Prime Rib) was exquisite, divine and enchanting; the "steamed" broccoli was not. There was nothing on the broccoli...."

Jennifer Franklin

"Delicious food, great service! The picture is their chicken and vegetable curry with shrimp..."

Jennifer Reed

"Enjoyed live music and dinner with friends. Chicken curry was creamy, spicy and delicious. Pasta puttanesca was amazing, as was the keto bowl. The..."

Anthony & Laine .Cardarella

"I love the Moose. Tried out the one on Holmes for the first time with a guest to KC. Service was decent, though a bit chatty regarding her..."

Joey Lutes

Hogshead Kansas City

89/100 (1816 ratings)

"The food was delicious with lots of variety. We started with the dates and I had the short ribs (must try). The cheesy corn is delicious! The whiskey..."

Jessica Foster

"Went here for lunch/brunch. Food was delicious! Server was great and very helpful with me making a selection. There were so many good ones to choose..."

Tamala Lyons

"Good food, friendly service in the middle of Country Club Plaza.. A local produce, and a great selection of craft beers. Had a great McKRib sandwich..."

Carl N Ricketts

"Great experience with exquisite food without being pretentious. These guys pay attention to every detail of the food. Nashville Hit Chicken, Jalapeno..."

Daniel Morris

"My God what a way to end a food trip one of the best places to get food and drink. The ambiance of luxury and the staff to back it..The staff is..."

Joseph Orallo

"Delicious Burger( Maybe best in town). Parking can be challenging. Prices are high, but great quality. Tasty Pickles (I hate pickles). Friendly..."

Kevin Tipton

"Great waitress. Food was flavorful, quick, good size portions. Awesome brunch..."

SyreinaVanessa O

"Food was great and the cheeseburger lives up to the hype! The bacon was the thickest I have ever seen and the drinks were amazing! Will be going..."

Patrick McGarrh

Wings Cafe

88/100 (1115 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"The workers were so genuine and nice, i wish they would adopt me. The slap seasoning was so good, I hope I'm buried with a jar. The fam and I..."

Luis Hernandez

"Best wing place in all of KC. The owners are great people, too. The owner happened to be in one day and gave my wife and I a free serving of their..."

Oscar Barasz

"Amazing! Great service and friendly staff! Great food! Best wings in town! I have tried many of the flavors and have enjoyed them all. The sides are..."

Angel McAtee

"Finger licking, lip licking, Best wings in Gladstone. They are large wings even the fries are the best. I order online lots of flavors wet or dry..."

Linda Galway

"SO delicious! You have to get the firecracker sauce and slaps dry rub! Also the sweet potato fries with Carmel and vanilla drizzle �� management..."

Cassandra Messer

"Stumbled across this place on a toad trip. What a find. Absolutely loved the slap dry rub..."

Sandy McDonald

"Great comfort food ! It was spot on! Whether you choose fried chicken , their wings or fish fry ! You will never go wrong..."

Shem Yap

"Wings Cafe is my favorite place...the owners our my favorite couples... Wings Cafe in Gladstone and Westport is the BEST in..."

Mary Woods

"My favorite wings of all time!! I'm from out of town but have been through KC twice in the past couple of weeks. I made a point to stop and eat at..."

Laurie Hanna

"Wings Cafe in Gladstone is LEGIT! As good as wangs get imo & BEST in KC! The young lady at the counter greeted us with a smile & was very helpful..."

Michael Guapo Hope

"We were hungry for wings...so I googled best wings in KC. Wings Cafe was near the top of the list. So, off we went. The staff was very friendly and..."

Andrea Dorsett

"Best wings in KC! They have so many wet sauces and dry rubs to chose from. My personal favorite wet sauces are the Shanghai Bourbon and Golden BBQ,..."

Mica Ekis

"I love everything here. Great job. Great food. Great seasoning. I think they should do their own delivery. The last deliver I got from Door Dash, my..."

Craig Kearney

"It's a bit pricey but worth it. That butterly flavor infused in their Buffalo sauce was amazing. The again Burton wings were tasty, too. Mac n..."

Terresa Redman

"The best kept Wing secret in KC. This location is so clean with the friendliest staff. My food is always fresh and never disappoints! Try the lemon..."

Sparkling Chelle

"I recently had the pleasure of dining at Wings Cafe and felt compelled to share my positive experience. The staff at Wings Cafe was not only..."

Adam W

"Visited 27 March 2021 I visited Wings Café based on Yelp and Google reviews and I am not disappointed. When I arrived I was greeted by an employee..."

Sandhya Marcia

"I was craving wings and had been disappointed in the past but not this time. I tried Wing Cafe and I can't wait to get another order. My personal..."

Eddie Hsu

"Best wings I’ve ever eaten! I highly recommend!!! Try the dry rub slap, if you like a little spice, you won’t be disappointed! Very casual..."

Sarah Michelle

"So many flavors and a huge amount of delicious food for a great price. The wings were amazing so was the fish & shrimp. We will definitely be..."

Wendy Gonzalez

"Not much of an atmosphere. Nice menu variety and they give you plenty. Cocktail sauce they gave me was frozen both times. Don't know why they give..."

Pam W.

"We ordered some garlic parm fries (not pictured) to try and they're so good! Highly recommend you try them! The price was kind of high, but for the..."

Toni

"Our go to for wings! Relaxed atmosphere with a few tables to sit at..."

Michelle Cook Group

Tannin Wine Bar And Kitchen

85/100 (2748 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"I enjoyed my entire dining experience at Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen. From my entrance to my exit I was treated well, greeted, engaged, and served with..."

Kimberly Henderson

"Tonight we had a random date night and came here for the first time. Emma was our server and she was so sweet and personal. She had a lot of..."

Porche Owens

"The food here is absolutely amazing, made it even better after a Raider victory :) the burger was..."

Frank Herrera

"Appetizers are very nice. Pretty good ambiance—Perhaps the private dining room is the nicest spot. Servers are very polite but for some reason they..."

Maxwell Krem

"Love this place. First time to visit was March 2019. Have been here once a year since then. Food is great…wine options amazing: sadly only one..."

David Bruce

"My wife and I got the prix fixe menu and I would say the food here is average/good depending on the course, but not great (7/10). However the service..."

Jin Kang

"Cool place with a lot of good ones. Wait staff seemed pretty knowledgeable about the wines that they had on. We had the summer salad and it was..."

Hannah Mountford

"Service and drinks were pretty good. Food was good aswell. Short ribs was tasty but I'm sure it was chuck roast. Other than that this place has an..."

Kenneth Flynn

"My wife and I have always loved going into Tannin for the wine and food offerings. The food has always been top notch as well as the wine wine..."

Chad Tillman

"My husband took me here for a late Valentine’s Day dinner. The food and wine were fantastic and the restaurant was darling. A tad pricey but nice..."

Shannon Warner

Parisi Cafe

Accepts American Express

Street Parking

Accepts Discover

Seating

Wheelchair Accessible

"I went there this morning which was my first time. The seating is so great!!! I tried seasonal signature latte, which is orange and almond. It is so..."

Kurtis Holmes

"As a resident of Portland Oregon I was delighted to find Parisi Artisan Coffee at Union Station. What a treat!!! Great staff and a fantastic cup of..."

Edwin Roman

"I really miss the Park Place location. Will you be opening another location out..."

Melissa Harvey Maschler

"Bought your coffee at Costco, never heard of it before. It's amazing!! tastes like..."

Mirit Naim

"Even though you were out of praline cookies the latte you made me was amazing!! The..."

Veronika Whitaker Ray

"Excellent coffee and a very friendly staff. I always get the cafe mocha and it's the best in..."

Dan Moberly

"Best coffees in KC. Great and friendly employee. Let's go Matcha as..."

Jakob Kuznicki

"Awesome employees, great coffee. Loved the tasting with Toms Town..."

Sarah Nicole Christensen

"Love meeting my granddaughter at Parisi for a latte, and a chat. Luckily, Parisi is near her work..."

Cindy Hall-Muehlberger

"Yummiest latte I've had since we moved to KC! So..."

Sarah Reeves

"Great baristas. Very friendly and some tasty drinks...."

Janet Nuss

"Wish there was one in Mississippi! Excellent coffee..."

Drew Hudson

"Love my Park Place Parisi's... thanks for always taking such good care of us. Hoping Chocolate Devotions and you have many more great happy..."

Roseann Armenta Newcomer

"Love coming here. even though it is not close to where I live. my hubby, girls, and I try to make it at least once a week to enjoy a nice coffee and..."

Luna Tlayke

"First, let's talk about the staff that are absolutely wonderful human beings!!!! Completely went out of the way to help me. The coffee is amazing. I..."

Krystle Sharp

"Hot Chocolate was Amazing and reasonably priced. Definitely a place to enjoy Pastries and Coffee. Staff was friendly and hard working. Very steady..."

kim rowe

"Great Baristas and super friendly service! The Cortado was spot on, great flavor, steamed perfect, and temperature served was just right. I purchased..."

Jason Singleton

"Let's start with the coffee - that was very nice. The pastries not so nice, it was dry, lacked taste and overpriced, served with a complimentary side..."

Aaron Payne

"A must stop if you visit Union Station. The coffee is some of my favorite in KC and the pumpkin scone was better than I..."

M. Howard

"Very much impressed with their coffee. As a tourist who had visited the world war memorial museum and the union station opposite to it, this is a..."

Shriraam Murali

"Union Station is a beautiful building and a very pleasant albeit somewhat echoey atmosphere for a coffee shop. Parisi is a top coffee name in KC in..."

Aaron Johnson

"Very nice spot for a cup of coffee, especially if you appreciate a ceramic..."

Carlos Garcia

"The espresso was good. They use Monin syrups for their drinks. Unfortunately the espresso machine won’t function until about 30 mins after the shop..."

Mae Drade

"Oh my goodness, you know one of those places that is so good your brain actually gets a shot of endorphins; this is..."

John Gilley

"Great coffee, the Croissant were not warm but I asked the guy to warm it up and it came out great so an A+ for that. the Mixberry and cheese pastry..."

Onésimo Muñoz Pirela

"I like their water. Also the barista was nice to me and said "welcome back" after only having been there one..."

Erwin Lynch

"Friendly staff, compared to Starbucks and quick service. Quaint little coffee shop inside Union Station, KC, ..."

Buster Mcdaniel

"This is very good coffee with a friendly staff. If you want a different adventure try the..."

Kenn DeHart

"Not only was the coffee amazing, but the wonderful people that work at this place helped me and the little girl I care for when no one else would...."

Lexi Forbes

The Sundry

"Right when you walk into the sundry, you feel at home. The shop is adorable, full of hand crafted teas, lotions, clothes, books, crystals, and..."

Jaclyn Gill

"I highly recommend working with Jess at Sundry KC on web design. She skillfully captured my vision and created a brand that I'm delighted and proud..."

Tiffinie Irving

"When I think of the Sundry, I get warm, fuzzy feelings. It is my happy, safe place that knows exactly what I need before I do. A space to learn,..."

Nicole Thielen

"One of a kind shop in KC. You’ll feel better from the time you walk through the door. If you’re looking for ways to pamper yourself or someone..."

Lisa Hampton

"A true treasure. The best place in KC for beautifully curated gifts, teas, bath salts, as well as individual and class opportunities to nurture your..."

elaina cochran

"Wonderful experience with The Sundry! Great customer service and my friends were thrilled with their presents!! Thank you for making it so easy on..."

Angele Mueller

"Relaxing healing..."

Cara Mullen

Californos

"Californos is the gem of Westport! Local, family-owned/run, fresh, fun, excellent atmosphere - there are so many fantastic things about this place...."

Megan Judd

"Californos was one of the first places I came to dine when I moved to KC and fell in love! The food is great and the patio is wonderful! Jim is a..."

Rachel Bonewitz

"We love brunch at Californos and the best place to get lamb chops for dinner, great drinks and great food every time! We also just had our wedding..."

Heather Norris

"The day party. MAY 7th was on point. The area was beautiful and never seen the ballroom inside before. My only issue were the bartenders that evening..."

Shannon Johnson

"Californos is a wonderfully versatile, home grown establishment that not only offers delicious food and ambiance, but also showcases some of the best..."

Melissa Shamp

"We are thrilled to have a place to watch an incredible big band play every Tuesday..."

Karen Booth

"Brunch? Dinner? Drinks? Doesn't matter, go to Californos and enjoy something awesome. Food is top notch and the people are always..."

Katrina Cirusse

"I have been to and hosted many a catered event at Californos. The food is delicious and well presented. The drinks are great. The staff is always..."

Sarah Zsohar

"Love this place. Good food. Good drinks. Good atmosphere. Californos for..."

Emily Filla Shinn

"Great group of people who work there and super food. Had a discrepancy (been there a million times and this was the first problem I had), Erin..."

RawReview

"I have yet to have a bad meal there! Whether it's their catered meals, boxes lunches, dinner at Girlz of Westport in their Salon Room, or Saturday..."

Kristen Thomas

"Have been coming here for years... I love Californos. Ingredients are always fresh and the service has always been good, in my experience. Have never..."

2blackcats

"Love it. Every time we've dined here the food is outstanding to say the least. the happy hour prices are good too. try the baked brie--awesome! i've..."

B

"Could they have changed?. I went here over the weekend with my husband. It's one of his favorite restaurants in the city. I don't know if it's the..."

Luvs2eat

"Great price points, fresh healthy ingredients, variety salads, sands, grilled meats, and various sauté options, fab wine list, family owned for 23..."

Marita Swift

"True it does capture the small California town feel albeit with being landlocked and cheap flat landscapes ... Service is great, patio so sweet from..."

River

"Food wise it's probably mediocre but atmosphere can be 60%. The staff is attentive and they allow you to linger and enjoy your meal and conversation...."

Foodsnob

"Cute and good!. It truly captures the essence of a small California coastal town atmosphere and look. The salads and service are great. Opera night..."

Chad

"Just do it! You are reading these reviews because you are thinking about having your event at Californos, and you just need to do it. You won’t be..."

Bernard Silver

"Service is excellent, bartenders have good personalities. I've eaten here twice and both experiences have been good. The menu offers a decent amount..."

Brian Glasser

"I had never been to Californos until they started having big band jazz on Tuesday. Great beer / wine selection. The lower level room is great for..."

annette talbot

"I was amazed at how HUGE this place is once I started walking around. They have a pretty main level with indoor and outdoor seating and a nice full..."

Robert “Dotcom” Jackson

"Wonderful parmesan truffle fries...serving was huge..we couldn't eat it all..we also shared the Mixed Grill, a delightful combo of seafood, beef ..."

Kathy Lafuse

"I can't say enough wonderful things about the staff, venue, and food at Californos - it is such a special place to my family. We had our wedding and..."

Erin Standley

"This place is such a gem to Kansas City. It’s eclectic, yet stunning. Half of our guests were traveling in from out of town and I was so happy to..."

Abigail Newsham

"We absolutely LOVED Californos! We had our wedding reception there, and it was the perfect venue for us. From the start, we had good feelings about..."

Sarah Hellhake

"This is the second year our association holds its annual meeting at Californos. It did not disappoint! The space was beautiful with bare brick..."

Marisel Walston

"We selected Californos as our wedding venue and could not be more pleased with how it turned out. The food was a hit, the cupcakes were delicious,..."

Courtney Schauer

Gram & Dun

84/100 (8520 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Visa

Private Dining

Serves Alcohol

Accepts American Express

"The atmosphere here is very friendly and welcoming. We sat inside, and the booth was very comfortable, and the service was great. Everyone dining..."

Kevin Smith

"Had a chance to celebrate with coworkers at Gram and Dun. It was an incredible experience, from the staff to the food this was a great moment for me...."

Edward Jones II

"Gram and Dun is my new favorite restaurant! My girlfriend and I went for our anniversary and were pleasantly surprised. We went on a Saturday so I..."

Richard Luna

"First time here in years and the first time ever for brunch. After only being there for 10 minutes, I thought to myself, this place is going into my..."

Bari Cooper

"My wife and I went here for our anniversary dinner. The food was....good and the service was good. We were recommended food that we both thought was..."

Chris Ellis

"Gram & Dun is a popular restaurant in Kansas City to visit when you are wanting to enjoy a delicious meal in a classy environment. We started with..."

Through Becs Specs

"This place is an excellent add to the Plaza area. An upscale restaurant that has a southern soul about it. Our group ordered 4 completely separate..."

Earl Fowler

"I visited for Sunday brunch and was not disappointed. I started with a Brunch Punch (delicious) and an order of chips (also delicious). The flight of..."

Megan Johnson

"Lovely atmosphere. Was nice to see outside the floor to ceiling windows. Had the Jackson with salmon. It was good, will try something else next..."

m weston

"Stumbled on this one,nice set up,I think this is the old Forbes Grill spot ,can't be sure but the breakfast was ok,no Pancake though,but I had..."

Easy E

"We came here for the Saturday brunch before the Pride parade. The service was excellent! We loved our meals and had a great time. We will be..."

Marc Gregory

"If you’re looking for a beautiful outdoor experience this place is for you. The salmon and hanger steak are top tier. Wonderful date night..."

CripNastyyy

"To start off, the atmosphere felt like a farmhouse chic vibe. Our waitress, Sophie was attentive without being overbearing. Finally, the food &..."

W Brown

"The food and service here were both fantastic. We had a yummy tuna tartare, salad and the burnt ends ends mac & cheese really stood out! Highly..."

Himatee J. Patel

"My husband and I love to visit Gram and Dun when we’re in KC. Food, atmosphere, cocktails, and wine selection are always top notch. Patio is..."

Taylor Kammerer

"Excellent food. Excellent atmosphere. Excellent service. Parfait was..."

Joshua Spurgeon

"Really enjoyed the hush puppy crab cakes. While we've had better crab cakes in Boston, it had a really unique taste and worked wonderfully as hush..."

Ginger Loggins

"Great place. Food was excellent. Drinks super good too. Service was good. Shrimp and grits were quite tasty. The calypso drink was super yummy. ..."

Eric Mork

"We had the tuna tartar, sushi, hanger steak, and salmon. All were fantastic. Tried the green apple profiterole. Wasn't our favorite - pastry was a..."

Shari Doak

The American Reserve Bar & Grille

84/100 (1527 ratings)

Non-smoking restaurants

Accepts American Express

Wheelchair Accessible

"Great diamond inside the ambassador hotel popped in for a light fare and WOW! Caesar salad with house made Caesar dressing was amazing! The shrimp..."

J T

"Great dining option to go to before a concert at T-mobile. The shrimp and grits were full of flavors and it was a good size portion. Wine selection..."

Doris Holderness

"We went to this place for Christmas dinner as we got stuck in KC due to flight delays. This place seemed like an upscale scene that would be great..."

Brandon Rivera

"Staff was on point. The restaurant space is rather small and feels kind of crowded. The decoration is art deco, strong 1920s glitz theme. The food..."

Alpha Landingham

"We stayed at the Ambassador Hotel for a few nights, and visited the American Reserve the first night. We’d planned to have a few drinks at the bar,..."

Cairee Masley

"A calm, reserved, and classy atmosphere ! There were only four other diners there when I arrived this morning. Even the restroom was elegant in..."

Kimberly Henderson

"We went here on a whim, and it was SOOO good. We were there on a Monday, so there wasn't live jazz like they have on Fridays and Saturdays, but there..."

Ashleigh Koch

"We came here for a birthday brunch and everything we ordered was delicious. Mary Kate was wonderful and very accommodating for our group. Excellent..."

Marijane Moses

"A hidden gem in a beautiful hotel. This is my second time here and can say the food and craft cocktails are great. Their diverse menu offer everyone..."

Braulio Reyes

"Atmosphere is great, just short of stuffy formal cigar bar style. Service was pretty good. Just had a martini at the bar. Bartenders were young and..."

Tomm Shoemaker

"First time being here since the new Chef Stephen came to be the executive chef! He was so kind and the food was even better than it sounded on the..."

Raneem Issawi

"Reserve is an Awesome restaurant to visit for excellent food, live music and an ultimate setting for intimacy. Always an exceptional experience!..."

R VanRoss

"I had a wonderful and delicious experience here. The staff was courteous. The new Chef Selby is making great choices to the..."

Kendra Young

Cafe Trio Restaurant

83/100 (6533 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts Visa

Reservations

Private Dining

Accepts American Express

Free off-street parking

"1. The food and drinks are VERY good. And there are so many choices – including soups and salads which you seldom see on a happy hour menu. I..."

RGKC

"This place was so crowded we almost talked ourselves out of waiting. However, I'm glad we didn't. After catching a show, we stopped here. It only..."

Shelly Little

"Never had a bad meal, nor bad service at this restaurant. Been patronizing since its Broadway location. Friendly, fresh and delicious. And the music..."

Troy Alldaffer

"Wonderful Drinks. I went here last night for Happy Hour specials with my girls. The atmosphere is wonderful, fancy but not over the top. I was able..."

Danalee9

"I enjoyed a very pleasant dining expirence with Cafe Trio. Walked in for a pretty late dinner (8:30pm), the host promptly checked to see if the..."

Lulu

"Very good. Finally got around to trying Cafe Trio after having it on my wishlist for a long time, and came away impressed with the decor, service and..."

Foodiophile

"Wonderful restaurant. I love this restaurant for their food and atmosphere! And I love enjoying a cocktail on their back deck during nice..."

Fry Baby

"Just Grazing........ We stopped in at Cafe Trio to graze the appetizer menu before July Jazz Jam at The Community Christian Church across the street...."

Platterman

"My favourite place in Kansas City. From time to time Candanians like myself get adventurous and go on road trips. A few years ago, I found myself in..."

The Oakwood Cafe

"Great happy hour experience. A friend and I recently visited cafe trio for happy hour last Wednesday and sat on the patio. We were promptly greeted..."

Jules Josephine

"Been here numerous times 1 of me & my wife's favorites never been disappointed the staff is always impressive & the food is..."

Darryll Mccrary

"Great atmoshere. My wife & I ate dinner here on a Saturday night a couple weeks ago. The food was very good and the back patio is great. Though I..."

Thad Russell

"Fantastic Place. I have been several times and have never been disappointed. They change up their menu and I have never had a meal I didn't like...."

Jennifermae17

"Just a lovely place!. We had a group of ladies in for happy hour at Cafe Trio and sat on the deck. It was the loveliest evening! The ambiance is..."

Susan Reardon

"A Cafe to Remember. The Americana, Asian, Mediterranean fusion is ever present in this just-off-the-plaza knock out stop spot. They have used every..."

Reuben

"Trio is a Triad on the Taste buds.. I just ate there for the first time (05/11). My friends & I were seated immediately & treated graciously. The..."

Anton Quasimodo

"Fantastic. What a great place to eat! The food was great, the service was wonderful and the piano player was exceptional. I only wished she played..."

Lee M

"Kung-Fu and Hummus... Always a Winner. As I was eating by myself, I decided to dine at the bar. Ordered the hummus trio and the Daddy Mac [n'..."

The Food Carpenter

"Love it!. Cafe Trio is a night out. Sit and drink the best Martini's, listen to the music ,look at the art from local artists and then order off the..."

Tina

"WOW - Cafe Trio. Was given a free gift certificate by one of the owners when I was at the MDA Event at Union Station so I took my daughter and her..."

Jacqueline

"The best of the BEST!. I have been a TRIO fan for years and just have to say that I am so excited the the newer location has taken off and is doing..."

JKC

"Best Chicken Salad Sandwich in KC!. Surprisingly it seems like a lot of people don't like Cafe Trio. I LOVE it! Lunch is definitely the time to..."

CallieMc

"Dinner at Cafe TRio. Probably the best dining experience that my wife and I have had since moving to KC 10 myears ago. The service was fantastic, the..."

CJ Lyons

"The new location looks great. You ca. Tell serious thought and work went into it. Even better is that the Trio atmosphere is still there as is the..."

Jay Spiegel

"Best Restaurant in Kansas City. My wife and I have dined at Cafe Trio on many occasions and have never been disappointed. The food is..."

Nick Davis

"Richard Rocks!!. I ate at Cafe Trio last night, and it was wonderful!! I had the Mediterranean Seafood Trio, but I have been there before and tried..."

Brk2wld

"I wish I could give the atmosphere 10/5 stars!!! I did not know they had a cute Christmas pop up happening when I decided to come here on a whim. The..."

Mary Murphy

"Was our first time here and a great dinner to kick off our Xmas weekend on the Plaza. The place was decked out in fun, festive Christmas decor...."

Jp Carney

"We had a stellar experience here for a birthday dinner outing. I loved the setting whether you’re seated at the bar or a table and we enjoyed the..."

Pamela Hawj

"The drinks, food, and atmosphere were EVERYTHING! I went during Halloween and it was beautiful. Wonderful for happy hour or a date..."

CripNastyyy

"Café Trio deserves nothing less than a five-star review, and I'm thrilled to share my experience with you. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ From the moment I..."

Rebecca Collins

"This place has quickly became my favorite restaurant. The staff, atmosphere and food is absolutely amazing! A special shout out to David! He is a..."

Laura frederes

"Wow! We were traveling back from Colorado and stopped here for dinner. Service is excellent. Food was outstanding. Martinis made perfectly..."

Patricia Duffy

"We went for Happy Hour (Monday is ALL DAY Happy Hour). We arrived at 4 p.m., just as Happy Hour started. Found a parking spot right away in an area..."

Shannon Trevino

"Cafe trio is one of my fav spots in kc. Every time I go I love it! The staff is great. The food is great. The live piano music is so fun. Drinks are..."

Bridget F

"The daddy Mac is my absolute favorite meal here. The service is great and so are the cosmos. I do wish there was more non reserved seating options...."

Lauren Allen

Jj's Restaurant

82/100 (1618 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Free off-street parking

Accepts American Express

"Came here last night to celebrate my birthday and from start to finish, my husband and I were blown away! The dinning area is very cute, and much..."

Jess Len

"Enormous wine selection. The food was excellent here and was perfect for a nice summer dinner. We heard great things about the pork chop here, and..."

Scott Coble

"Great fine dining experience. Service was prompt, courteous and our server was knowledgeable. My filet was prepared exactly as I ordered it and was..."

Joel Rossmaier

"Perfect location for a date night. The atmosphere is amazing, food is great, and service is excellent. We ordered a few different items. Appetizers:..."

Brian Haynes

"This is a high-end restaurant. It's very sophisticated. The wine list is huge. The food portions are small, but very tasty. I was there with..."

James Hornsby

"We just went for pizza and wine... Their daily pizza is practically always excellent. We do like their bar very much but we especially like their..."

Chris Becicka

"It was very good, but I expected better. My KC strip had a good sear, flavor, but I was hoping for more, would recommend the steaks with the..."

Nathan Hunt

"A most agreeable venue to spend an afternoon...especially when you travel from England to get there! I love the people there and the brilliant..."

Jeffrey Tipping

"The mussels were delicious and I would definitely order them again. I was a little worried that the curry would completely overtake the dish, but the..."

Abby Livingston

"I enjoyed it. Never had Lamb before the Rack if Lamb was honestly one of the best things I've ever had. My wife had the Salmon she liked it. But..."

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The Classic Cup Cafe

79/100 (2333 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"We visited Sunday morning to celebrate Father's Day. Our server was very friendly and attentive. Everyone left with a smile and happy tummies. I had..."

Hayley Guth

"The Classic Cup Cafe is a great spot in the middle of the Plaza. I come here every once in a while, but every time I do, I wonder why I don't more..."

Bum Soo “Shane” Kim

"The smoked brisket hash was full of flavor and the potatoes were crispy. The service was efficient and fast. There are options to sit either inside..."

Travis Truong

"I’m rarely on the Plaza anymore but an opportunity to shuttle my daughter down here led to a chance to enjoy The Classic Cup and Cafe for lunch. ..."

David Deckert

"This place is a constant for me. The food is always top notch. The service is always up to par. And to be honest nothing beats people watching from..."

Deric Armstrong

"First time visit. Difficult to pick one thing for breakfast - several good options. Great service and great..."

Marvin Smith

"We ate brunch here and really enjoyed ourselves. I had the Everything Bagel and an apple mimosa. My hubby says they have great coffee! Food was..."

Debbie Whitmore

"The food is delicious and the staff is very friendly! Only issue is that unless you get there at the perfect time you are in for a wait. Though the..."

Nani Lopez

"Great breakfast at a wonderful location right on the plaza. I got to sit outside and enjoy people watching while eating a very delicious..."

Laura Kay

"This spot of a brunch/lunch favorite of ours. My wife and I have been here 3-4 times and have had fantastic experiences each time. Although, the wait..."

Mathias Holm

"I've been coming to Classic Cup for 20+ years. It is my only breakfast stop while in KC. Simply the best. They tend to fill up quickly right after..."

Jim Hickie

"Super cute brunch and lunch spot at the Plaza. Great menu, everything was terrific. We got to sit on the patio under an umbrella so we didn't melt to..."

Shantelle Wasag

"Great location! We made reservations and I'm glad we did because the place did get full and they were on a wait-list shortly after we arrived. The..."

Star Wall

"This cafe is so good!! I’ve tried several items off the menu and loved everything I’ve gotten. Their drinks are also amazing. Such a good..."

Emily Meeks

Broadway Jazz Club

"Had a fantastic time! Nice place, excellent food, fantastic service and great jazz to boot!!!! Can not go wrong here! Highly recommend!!!!! Can't..."

Tina Tibbetts

"Great place to enjoy the finest music on the planet jazz and they have good grub..."

Russell Collins

"This is such a fun club! Great music and the burgers are a must try!!! 2 burgers, made to order, cold pitcher of beer under $15 plus wonderful live..."

Moxie Malloy

"Great place for live music and jazz! Marvelous staff, great drinks and awesome..."

Andrew Rolston

"Love this place...worth the drive from Leavenworth..Great food and great music..."

Marianne Adames Tennant

"Such great music, great staff and fantastic..."

Stacey Keller Bequette

"I had a great time! Will go back again! Great..."

Nichelle Chelle Shel Young

"Great food, great service, and amazing..."

Richard Liantonio

"Ida McBeth .... Jazz'd it, blues'd it, soul'd it and rock'd the house last night - already made my April..."

J Micheal Wimpy

"Best sound in KC, good food, drinks & great service. Seriously, The Broadway Jazz Club is my favorite place in KC to perform. Please..."

Kelley Gant

"BJC is the..."

Mark Lowrey

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Mary Patton

"I couldn't disagree more with the other reviewer (and I have no personal affiliation with the place). I think Broadway Jazz Club is a fantastic..."

Ron Braet

"After spending a Sunday afternoon here you'll be back for more. Late night jazz club in the middle of the day. A trio that knows it's way around more..."

Bob Sandidge

"Great Atmosphere! Great '12th Street Jump" live broadcast celebrating Charlie Parker, August 2014. The room was..."

Mark Delich

"Was a good place to..."

JOHN JONES

Chaz On The Plaza

73/100 (3753 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

"My favorite restaurant in KC! Live the atmosphere, good and service. This is what a restaurant ought to be. No big open rooms with lots of noise...."

Joleen and Tom Arnhold

"Chaz was a great find within the Raphael Hotel. It has a speakeasy feeling to it, and the brunch dining (eggs benedict) was very good. We had..."

Chris Rehberg

"We celebrated our wedding here, with a small group, after the ceremony. The food was amazing, and the staff made us feel so special! Even playing a..."

Ashley Hennigh

"Delicious courteous decadent meal Citrus Goat Cheese salad, the Sea Bass and the Filet. our Server was Katherine. She was amazing friendly and..."

Pamela Rowald

"Very excellent service and food was amazing as well as reasonably priced especially for a hotel restaurant. Highly recommend the Norwegian Benny for..."

David Page

"Lovely restaurant and bar in the Raphael Hotel! Had breakfast here daily which was delicious and did not disappoint. Came back in the evenings for..."

A G

"We love Sunday nights at Chaz! Great music by the Mengel Brothers. The service is the best. And the good-delicious. Highly..."

Linda Adams

"Had the opportunity to take my family to Chaz for lunch during KC Restaurant Week. My family was amazed by the service food! Our waitress was..."

J.A. Castro

"We were in town for a concert on a Sunday night. The Raphael gave us $150 credit for dinner with the Sunday Getaway package. The vibe of the place..."

Mandy S

"Chaz on the plaza is always a favorite for us on Sundays when we just want to get away. Have been here multiple times for dinner..drinks and..."

Kevin Smith

"The salad was small but had very good flavor. The best was the Hanger Steak Diane, perfectly cooked steak with a great sauce. The shrimp and grits..."

Blake Swearngin

"My fiance and I went to Chaz to celebrate my birthday and it was so good we went back two weeks later. Everything about this place is..."

Michael Bascom

"Food was amazing. The mole on the seabass and the chimichurri sauce on the steak were to die for. The customer service was also outstanding. It was..."

Papa Ethan

"My first meal at Chaz on the Plaza was highly enjoyable. I was greeted immediately upon entering the establishment. I was well seated looking out..."

Kimberly Henderson

"Upscale dining atmosphere with a very clean bathroom. Our server was fantastic! For example, our server provided honey with my hot lemon water, which..."

Sushu Wang

"Visiting from Canada and enjoyed a nice thanksgiving meal here. We were a large party but our server was fantastic ! She was patient and frequently..."

HA

"We loved our anniversary dinner at Chaz while we were staying at The Raphael. Pros: delicious food and extremely nice help. We particularly loved the..."

Ken Rowlan

"{2018 KC Restaurant Review} Chaz was our first lunch date of KCRW. My husband and I had never been before, so we did not realize it was inside the..."

Kristen G

Kona Grill - Kansas City

70/100 (6838 ratings)

Wheelchair Accessible

Accepts American Express

"Always have a great time here! From my first experience here with my fiancé to our family night out, never a disappointment. Great food, great..."

Karl Sherman

"The food is excellent. Love the chili glaze salmon. It goes well with my summer in the city drink. And the service is..."

Emelita Proctor

"This is my 2nd visit. Celebrated my Birthday at Happy Hour two weeks ago. Went in today, to celebrate my new job and use my birthday coupon. ..."

Clarissa Hirner

"As usual Kona did not disappoint! Our server Brent was THE BEST!!!! Kona was our first stop on date night, and it was..."

Rich Linden

"Everything on the menu is great,and the drinks are good as..."

Robert Gallegos

"This is one of our favorite lunch and happy hour stops on The Country Club plaza. You gotta try the frozen Margarita flight! They pack a fun punch..."

amanda norman

"Stumbled upon this restaurant on me and my girlfriends trip to KC. Great atmosphere. Reasonable price. Food was fantastic. 10/10 perfect. James our..."

Sendo Pendo

"pictured //: turf & surf (happy hour menu) & a side of mash potatoes. pictured //: pad thai w/ shrimp & chicken pictured //: red sangria (happy..."

miah morris

"Moe was our server and she was amazing ! so helpful and attentive, food was also amazing, had a great first experience here for my birthday..."

Kylee Lightle

"What a great experience, Jared, David, Phillip were all amazing! Food was wonderful and Tiffany was hands down the best waitress we’ve had in a..."

Hope Cherry

"We really enjoyed our date night here! Fast service, yummy meals, and great staff! Mo was our server and we really appreciate her efficiency and..."

Lacey J

"Never been to this chain, but it was very good! A very brief wait to be seated which was understandable since it was already busy and they informed..."

Hayden Bissinger

"The service was amazing loved our server Xena, she deserves a raise! The food tasted delectable and was great for the price. The fire dragon roll is..."

Chaeli Purcell - #13

"It was very exciting and a lovely experience. The servers are fantastic and have a great attitude. The executive chef is very fun and interesting and..."

Storay Lane

"came in with 11 others this evening and got the best service from Vi, we all were happy with our food. Came in a timely manner, two of our party had..."

Jean Paul Mosique

"We decided to come into this restaurant while walking past. The atmosphere is wonderful. The menu has a wonderful mix of American and Asian inspired..."

Naomi Markland

"The tail of the “original butter cake” must never be forgotten. Omfg. This dressert was simply heaven on a platter. The textures and flavoring..."

Mary Murphy

"Food was really good. Burgers were especially yummy. The atmosphere was not great. Lighting is way too bright and seating a bit tight. It was..."

Jennifer Rangel

"The staff went out of their way to accommodate our fantastic patio dinner with friends! They acted as though it was no problem to arrange the seating..."

cheryl voigt

"Happy hour is from 3 to 6 and 9 to close. They have a pretty solid happy hour. A nice amount of selections. Their frozen margaritas are good and get..."

Bree Lincoln

"The food was amazing as always and chef was very personable...."

Cokhaleesi TV

One East Urban Bar & Kitchen

Wheelchair Accessible

Non-smoking restaurants

"Breakfast has been delicious! Dinner was good too. Seriously understaffed! The servers were amazing, trying their best. Need more than one spot to..."

A G

"This is the second time we have eaten here for breakfast. The buffet was really good the first time. This time it seemed like all the restaurants in..."

Brittany Thornton

"I don't know what people are talking about... This place was great for me. Delicious food, excellent friendly service with good recommendations. The..."

Eric Reid

"Back in action as of late May 21 @ Westin Crown Ctr! Relax downstairs and enjoy a hearty meal or a great drink. Staying for several days and had a..."

Erich Hodges

"A party of 8, Our server was Mike. He made the whole experience of passing through MCI amazing. The food was good. The wait time was minimal. I'll..."

K Gordon

"Steak..."

Saif H.

"Had the best pork tenderloin sandwich of my life here. Service was great... Food was..."

Sara Crisp

"While staying at the Westin we had drinks here every night. Last call was a bit early for me..."

David Sparks

"Great hotel..."

David P.

"I had to look up some items on the..."

Jean Michael

"Pleasant staff and a pretty good burger and..."

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