Best Authentic Restaurants in KC Power & Light District

14 restaurants available nearby

1. Grünauer

4.8

Exceptional(5255)

Price: Expensive

• Austrian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 67 times today

Grünauer is hailed as an authentic Austrian and German restaurant by multiple reviewers. Customers praise the 'authentic' and 'well-made' dishes, with particular love for the wiener schnitzel, goulash, and strudel. Many patrons also appreciate the unique beer and wine offerings. The service is consistently described as outstanding, contributing to the overall ambiance and authenticity of the experience.

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2. Lidia's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(7879)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 70 times today

Lidia's features authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Every item at the restaurant is house-made entirely from scratch with the best ingredients available. Breads and desserts are baked in-house daily and each salad and entree is prepared fresh. Every day Lidia's offers a sampling of seasonal, daily-made pastas. We also feature many seafood, chicken, pork, and beef options. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs including gluten-free items. Lidia's is located in the historic Freighthouse-- a beautiful 19th century building. The stunning decor includes three hand-blown chandeliers, a three-story slate fireplace, and cozy, New York style seating.Please note: Separate billing for parties of 6 or more is not allowed. Maximum of 3 cards per transaction.

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3. Lonnie’s Reno Club

4.9

Exceptional(744)

Price: Very Expensive

• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service • Downtown / River Market

*****Lonnie will not be performing on September 28 and November 16. September 28 - Shon Ruffin to perform and November 16 - Pablo Sanhueza to perform*****Join us Friday and Saturday nights at Lonnie's Reno Club for an elevated dinner show engagement featuring Lonnie McFadden and his band! The club is an authentic KC jazz club with ties to the history of Midwest music. Enhance your show with prohibition-era cocktails, a thoughtful wine list and local craft beers for an unforgettable jazz experience. Doors open at 6:30pm, show starts at 7pm. The ticket price includes: Show Ticket - 3-Course Meal - Welcome Champagne Cocktail * All other cocktails and drinks are separate.

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4. County Road Ice House

4.5

Awesome(160)

Price: Moderate

• Barbecue • Downtown / River Market

Booked 3 times today

County Road Ice House is Kansas City's spot to eat world-class BBQ, drink ice cold drinks and hang out in a fun, energetic environment. A joint venture between Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que and Rockhill Restaurant Group, we take pride in being a Kansas City-based concept that incorporates smoked meats with delicious beverages.

5. Tavernonna

3.1

Good(697)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Downtown / River Market

Booked 7 times today

Tavernonna celebrates the rich, varied history of Italian food, wine, and cocktails by using fresh, simple ingredients to create both traditional and contemporary dishes that entice the senses. Sourcing ingredients from local farms and vendors, and creates fresh pasta from scratch to be showcased throughout the menu, giving the restaurant a clear sense of its locality while honoring the distinctive ingredients rooted in Italy. The staples of every Tavernonna dish embody ambition, passion, heritage, creativity, style, and inspirational local culture and knowledge. Restaurant and hotel guests can anticipate playful dishes such as spaghetti all’amatriciana, brisket meatballs with black currants and roman gnocchi and house-made ravioli with goat cheese, tomato fondutta, and mint pesto.Valet parking is validated at Hotel Phillips for up to 2 hours for all Tavernonna patrons.

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6. Brix Modern Mexican Cuisine - Westport

4.6

Exceptional(113)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Kansas City

Booked 11 times today

Is An Array Of Latin Flavors From Southern To Nothern America. Bright, Balance And Exclusive Savory Bites. Brix Will Be A Trip Down The Border, Exploring Cultures And Different Dishes All In One Place.Insta-perfect Cocktails Made With Fresh Ingredients, Exploring The Flavors Of Agave Such As Tequila And Mezcal. Blending Them With Classic Liquors, Home Made Syrups. Balance And Unique Tecniques. Kansas City First Of Its Kind, Coming From A Local Family Cooking Locally Sourced Produce And Meats Infusing Latino Flavors All Al Fresco.

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7. Mesob Restaurant & Rum Bar - 3601 Broadway Blvd

4.6

Exceptional(189)

Price: Moderate

• International • E. Kansas City

Booked 5 times today

LOCALLY OWNED, INTERNATIONALLY INSPIREDOwner Cherven and Mehret are dedicated to bringing authentic international flavors to Kansas City. Focusing on high-quality ingredients and homemade quality, Mesob is a unique and flavorful experience.Head Chef and Owner:Mesob Restaurant and Rhum Bar specialize in fine sipping rum with over 300 bottles. We are Kansas City's only Premium Rhum bar with a selection all around the world. Cherven DesaugusteFrom home kitchens in Haiti to hotel fine dining, Head Chef Cherven Desauguste develops dishes that delight your senses.Mehret TesfamariamEretria-born Mehret Tesfamariam brings warmth, quality, and comfort to Mesob's Ethiopian dishes.

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8. Fannie's West African Cuisine

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Price: Moderate

• West African • Kansas City

Welcome to Fannie's West African Cuisine, where every visitor gets to savor the authentic tastes of West Africa in every meal. Throughout our journey, we have nurtured a positive workplace atmosphere fueled by our passion for food and belief.

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9. Buca di Beppo - Kansas City

4.3

Awesome(1668)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kansas City

Booked 45 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Kansas City, MO then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. In the heart of the Plaza Shopping District is Kansas City, MO's favorite Italian restaurant. Known for our family style portions, you'll know that no matter the size of your appetite, you won't be going home hungry! We want all of our guests to feel like family, so we feed them like family! Even though we serve hundreds of delicious Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas every day for lunch and dinner, everyone in Kansas City keeps coming back for more. Our semi-private dining rooms are perfect for celebrations and we offer amazing catering options for every occasion. Come in to Buca for a meal today and see why we're the best Italian restaurant in Kansas City. No one knows authentic Italian food better than us! Make your dining and catering reservations today!

10. JJ's Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1784)

Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 18 times today

Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzé. In 1985, Jimmy purchased JJ Malane's from his former business partner and the saloon's namesake. Malane's went away, but JJ's remained, and a West Plaza fine dining icon was born. Jimmy invested his enthusiasm and passion for exceptional contemporary American food, steaks and wine to build one of the finest restaurants in Kansas City just a block west of the Country Club Plaza. He helped create an environment that attracted and kept one of the most professional staffs in the region. He inspires so much loyalty that when the new JJ's reopened 18 months after a 2013 fateful fire, almost all of his staff re-joined him.

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Arlenevip
Kansas City / Kansas •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
We brought my best friend and her husband from Indianapolis and they were blown away. They finished their meal and said they wish there was a Lydia's in the Indianapolis area. Consistently absolutely delicious food, impeccable service and ambiance. Can't beat this! Recommend that reservations are made in advance because this is a VERY popular place.
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Lidia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
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4.7
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Angela
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
KC has a lot to offer in restaurants but you won’t find any other like this one! The menu changes every few months and the variety is wide for any taste buds. We love the atmosphere and the presentation of the foods. I can tell the servers like it here too as we often get the same ones for years now.
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GrünauerPrice: Expensive• Austrian• Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
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4.8
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Cristi
Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Everything was great. We ordered the same drink twice and the second one came out in a smaller glass, we poured it in the previous glass and it was literally 1/2. /: Lonnie and his band and daughter were epic
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Lonnie’s Reno ClubPrice: Very Expensive• Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service• Downtown / River Market
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4.9
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Daniel
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
5.0
Dined on Nov 14, 2024
Great service and atmosphere. Drinks were great but a bit high. Food was good but do wish we got a bit more portion wise. The sausage was good and the brisket was awesome just wanted a few more slices. The bbq sauces on the table were awesome and the fries and mac and cheese were delicious as well. All in all it was delicious and we will more than likely return another day.
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County Road Ice HousePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Downtown / River Market
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4.5
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Jennvip
Calgary / Southern Alberta •36 reviews
4.0
Dined on Nov 11, 2024
I am unsure if they were short-staffed, but the service was prolonged and delayed. The food was exceptional, cocktails were delicious and the overall ambiance was gorgeous.
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TavernonnaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Downtown / River Market
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Best Authentic Restaurants in KC Power & Light District

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14 restaurants available nearby

1. Grünauer

2. Lidia's Restaurant

3. Lonnie’s Reno Club

4. County Road Ice House

5. Tavernonna

6. Brix Modern Mexican Cuisine - Westport

7. Mesob Restaurant & Rum Bar - 3601 Broadway Blvd

8. Fannie's West African Cuisine

9. Buca di Beppo - Kansas City

10. JJ's Restaurant

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