Best Restaurants for Foodies in Kansas City

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1. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(5049)

Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 48 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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2. Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

4.7

Exceptional(162)

Price: Expensive

• American • Prairie Village

Booked 1 time today

Enjoy a night of fine wine, mixologist made cocktails and elevated comfort food at a locally owned casual fine dining restaurant in the Shops of Prairie Village. From humble beginnings as a small catering company we have transformed into a one-of-a-kind small boutique restaurant that provides a private and intimate dining experience focused on the food at the table and personal interactions with our team. Come experience the culinary expertise of Chef Taylor Hindman alongside 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine program featuring more than 165 unique wine selections curated by our owner Tyler Morrison. Scratch is a small gem of a restaurant that provides a surprise and delight as we continue to grow. Since our opening in 2021, Scratch has been awarded Best New Restaurant in Johnson County in 2022 by The Shawnee Mission Post, 2023 Best Caterer in Johnson County, Finalist for Best New Restaurant by KC Magazine, and 2023 Yelp's "People Love Us".

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3. The Melting Pot - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(3714)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 29 times today

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

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4. American Slang Modern Brasserie

3.9

Excellent(141)

Price: Moderate

• French • Kansas City

Booked 4 times today

American Slang Modern Brasserie is a totally unexpected fun, vibrant, modern and approachable 200-seat restaurant and 35-seat bar that has been surprising and delighting savvy diners as well as discerning Kansas City ‘foodies’ since summer, 2017. Dramatically designed dining and bar spaces are ‘fresh’ by day and ‘minimalist’ by night, this is where ‘local’ collides with ‘European’ in a compelling and engaging way. Plus there are flexible private dining areas available for special occasions and events from 20 – 100. Seasonal outdoor seating offers some of the best Country Club Plaza views around.To make Afternoon Tea reservations, guests may call 816-303-2945; only 48 hours notice is required.

5. Stock Hill

4.8

Exceptional(3431)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 33 times today

💎 𝟒 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 Winning Restaurant by AAA 2017-2023🥇 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 in America by Thrillist 2017-2020Stock Hill checks all the boxes — but also thinks outside of them. As part of Kansas City’s chef-driven food scene, Stock Hill embraces𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. Serving creative interpretations of nostalgic steakhouse staples, our culinary team, led by Chef Jacob Hilbert, uses the 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩-𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙩 with impeccable flavor, sourced from the Midwest’s finest ranches. 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓.From artisanal sides to handcrafted cocktails, every aspect of our menu is 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, uniquely-Stock Hill experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, treating a client to dinner, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, we're here to make it a meal to remember.

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6. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

4.6

Exceptional(301)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Kansas City

Booked 7 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

7. Brown & Loe

4.6

Exceptional(1711)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / River Market

Booked 11 times today

Set in Kansas City’s historic City Market, Brown and Loe Restaurant’s inviting atmosphere is a blend of “big city” bistro with the welcoming casual flavor of a neighborhood favorite. Housed in a former Merchant’s Bank constructed in 1920, the restaurant honors the architectural details of the two-story building which features a façade of plate glass and verde marble floors and walls. In the 1940’s, Brown and Loe was originally a produce broker with offices on the second floor of the Merchant’s Bank building. The new Brown and Loe Restaurant celebrates the techniques of curing, pickling and smoking meats, beautifully interpreted into marvelous American comfort cuisine. This is a true local venue, evidenced by the restaurant’s allegiance to the resident farmers and food artisans who supply most of the restaurant’s fresh ingredients. Brown and Loe Restaurant is the second dining concept introduced by Harry Murphy, owner of the City Market’s popular Harry’s Country Club.

8. Story

4.8

Exceptional(2899)

Price: Moderate

• Modern European • Prairie Village

Booked 3 times today

Story is a contemporary American restaurant in The Village Shopping Center in Prairie Village, KS. The Center is located 10 minutes southwest of Kansas City, Missouri's Country Club Plaza. Story offers local, seasonal creative American cuisine from Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen. Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen is a 2022 and 2013 James Beard Semifinalist for Best Chef Midwest and FOOD & WINE magazine's The People's Best New Chef: Midwest. Chef Carl Thorne-Thomsen is FOOD & WINE Magazine's The People's Best New Chef National Winner for 2014. Story features comfortable dining room, patio and bar seating. Story accepts reservations and walk-ins Wednesday - Sunday 4:30pm - 8:30pm.

9. Paros Estiatorio

4.8

Exceptional(992)

Price: Expensive

• Greek • Leawood

Booked 4 times today

Paros Estiatorio is an elegant 65 seat restaurant located in Mission Farms, Leawood. Our dishes are simply prepared and passed down from generations in order to provide you with and authentic Mediterranean experience. Sit back, relax and allow us to transport you to the sun-drenched Greek islands while you enjoy the company of friends and family.

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10. Wandering Vine at The Castle

4.8

Exceptional(1020)

Price: Expensive

• American • Shawnee

Booked 11 times today

The extraordinary wine and dining experience in the most romantic setting in Kansas City! Voted Best Wine List in Johnson County and Open Table Diner's Choice Award.

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Dr J. Michaelvip
Kansas City / Kansas •71 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Exceptional Thanksgiving experience. All the traditional flare with a kick for Brussels Sprout Casserole. Simply amazing. Stock Hill is back to their A game.
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Stock HillPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
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4.8
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Elenavip
Denver / Colorado •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Scratch Gourmet Kitchen delivers a warm, welcoming dining experience with personable, friendly, and attentive service. The thoughtfully crafted dishes are a perfect blend of creativity and flavor, each beautifully presented with an eye for detail. The extensive wine selection, paired with expert recommendations, complements the elevated menu. A destination for those who appreciate exceptional cuisine and refined hospitality. We enjoyed our experience at Scratch and wil definitely visit again when back in KS.
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Scratch Gourmet KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Prairie Village
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4.7
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Mikevip
San Francisco Bay Area •26 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We enjoyed another great dinner at Seasons 52 in Kansas City. The small filet was prepared precisely at medium well as ordered and was a tender and flavorful cut. The red wine sauce and mushrooms provided great accents. The cedar plank salmon was a generous portion that had just enough of the effect of the wood roasting to add distinctiveness. The “new discovery” Sauvignon Blanc matched with the salmon in a brisk but not too tart way. Its 9 oz was a good value, too. And Drew was a knowledgeable, attentive server with a good sense of humor.
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Seasons 52 - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.8
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Kelly
Kansas City / Kansas •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Happy hour in the bar area did NOT disappoint! Nick did a great job for us, and brought us what we needed before we even had to ask. Another great night at Melting Pot! ❤️❤️
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The Melting Pot - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Washington, D.C. Area •1 review
5.0
Dined on Mar 28, 2024
Can’t say enough about our experience here…they were due to close 30min after our reservation but was still very accommodating and the server was very pleasant
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American Slang Modern BrasseriePrice: Moderate• French• Kansas City
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3.9

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10 restaurants available nearby

1. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

2. Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

3. The Melting Pot - Kansas City

4. American Slang Modern Brasserie

5. Stock Hill

6. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

7. Brown & Loe

8. Story

9. Paros Estiatorio

10. Wandering Vine at The Castle

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