Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Downtown / River Market

20 restaurants available nearby

1. Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social

4.6

Exceptional(6155)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • KC Power & Light District

Booked 67 times today

With an indulgent menu focused on superior quality seafood, Bristol Seafood Grill crafts its dishes with exacting standards & pampers its guests in a comfortable atmosphere. Featuring a generous cellar selection & creative ocean fare cuisine, Bristol Seafood Grill delivers culinary excellence at a surprising value. Open for lunch ($12 - $25) & dinner ($15-$35). Parking is available in the Power and Light Parking Garage off 13rd and Walnut with complimentary 2 hour validation before 4pm, and $5.00 after 4pm. Power and Light also offers Valet Parking in front of our restaurant everyday from 11am-close.

2. Stock Hill

4.8

Exceptional(3426)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 54 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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3. The Westside Local

4.8

Exceptional(1836)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kansas City

Booked 37 times today

The Westside Local is a beloved neighborhood gem, offering a unique blend of classy comfort food sourced locally. Reviewers rave about its 'charming', 'fun' ambiance and 'outstanding' food, praising the 'creatively crafted cocktails', 'fish & chips' and 'pork carnitas'. The restaurant's 'quaint, intimate' setting and 'beautiful outdoor courtyard' add to its appeal, making it a 'hidden treasure' in the heart of Kansas City.

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4. The Majestic Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3807)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Downtown / River Market

Booked 23 times today

We are a classic Kansas City Steakhouse in The Historic Garment District located at 10th & Broadway featuring live Jazz nightly. We are currently offering a solo Jazz Pianist Sunday- Tuesday, Trios are back Wedsnday-Saturday in our Jazz Club. All seating requests are based on availability.

5. Grünauer

4.8

Exceptional(5258)

Price: Expensive

• Austrian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 47 times today

Grünauer offers a classic Viennese gasthaus menu in the beautiful, historic Freighthouse. Located just north of Union Station in KC's premier dining and arts neighborhood- The Crossroads, Grünauer has been serving authentic Austrian and Central European cuisine since 2010 (with a focus on German and Hungarian as well). A beautiful biergarten, a gorgeous full bar and a lofted event space all add to the ambience and character of this KC classic. Make your reservation today! Classic dishes such as Hungarian beef gulasch (goulash), wiener schnitzel, apple strudel and more are always available. Frequent seasonal changes to our menu allow us to incorporate local produce, hiqh quality proteins and other items that are not available year round.

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6. Lidia's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(7884)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 78 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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7. Pierpont's at Union Station

4.8

Exceptional(5153)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 52 times today

Pierpont's at Union Station has been providing food and service as memorable as the historic setting since its inception in 1999. Named for railroad baron J.P. (Pierpont) Morgan, Pierpont's serves perfectly aged prime steaks and fresh seafood arriving daily. To complement your culinary selections, we maintain an extensive wine list featuring bottles from all over the globe, as well as boast a gorgeous 2-story bar equipped with a rolling library ladder.Our Private Dining Rooms-located in the Wine Cellar, along with the Pierpont's Belvedere Room on the 2nd floor overlooking Grand Hall, offer more intimate settings for groups of 6 to 60. They are perfect for business or entertaining guests and each room is individually decorated, offering an exceptional place to celebrate a special occasion, close the deal, or have a gathering with friends.

8. Brown & Loe

4.6

Exceptional(1711)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / River Market

Booked 20 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.

9. Gram & Dun

4.7

Exceptional(4640)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 56 times today

Gram & Dun brings culinarily-driven fare, while paying special attention to pairing food with libations. It's a place “for the people” where you can relax and enjoy the neighborhood vibe while we test theories of food, drink and the evolution of good times. Our local owners and staff bring a unique, modern environment to this ideal Plaza location where we have revived the best patio in town, making Gram & Dun an enticing landmark for locals and visitors alike. In addition, Gram & Dun honors the traditional by bringing revered dishes to the forefront and adding our own special touch, and welcomes seasonality as the year progresses, all in an effort to provide the best to patrons with exquisite taste. Gram & Dun: sophisticated, soulful and crafted.

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10. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(4630)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 98 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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Carol
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
The four of us agreed that the meal was one of the best we have ever had! We also had dessert, which was just the right size for two to share. Was quiet enough that we could visit easily with friends. Will definitely fo again!
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GrünauerPrice: Expensive• Austrian• Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
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4.8
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Kirsten
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
I hadn’t been to Westside Local for brunch in years and I have no idea why I stopped! I had the most amazing pumpkin French toast with cinnamon whipped cream that both I and my toddler loved. Staff was wonderful! Overall, an awesome experience.
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The Westside LocalPrice: Moderate• American• Kansas City
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4.8
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Robin
Las Vegas •14 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
We truly enjoyed our dining experience in the Jazz room at the Majestic! The oysters- excellent, the prime rib- awesome, the baked potato HUGE, the only minor thing was the Waygu steak my husband had was a little sub par. The Jazz combo was great! Finally our waiter-Mickey was super attentive and helpful! The ambiance of this restaurant is amazing! We would definitely recommend and eat here again when in KC!
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The Majestic RestaurantPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Downtown / River Market
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4.7
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Leonard
Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Outstanding service and friendly engagement from the initial greeting through the entire meal all the way to our departure. Paisley was an absolutely wonderful waitress. Great hospitality and insightful suggestions. Unlike other area competitors, the staff acknowledged our special event multiple times. That was not the case with previous anniversary dinners unfortunately spent at other area restaurants. Food was quite good as well.
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Bristol Seafood + Steak + SocialPrice: Expensive• Seafood• KC Power & Light District
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4.6
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Mrs
Philadelphia County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Two birthdays at our table in the midst of several around us- we knew we were special to Stock Hill thanks to the amazing team of Justin and Roman, ambassadors for the Chef and Kitchen Staff.
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Stock HillPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
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4.8

Best Neighborhood Gem Restaurants in Downtown / River Market

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20 restaurants available nearby

1. Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social

2. Stock Hill

3. The Westside Local

4. The Majestic Restaurant

5. Grünauer

6. Lidia's Restaurant

7. Pierpont's at Union Station

8. Brown & Loe

9. Gram & Dun

10. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

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