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1. Ocean Prime - Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(1411)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Kansas City
Booked 48 times today
Located at 46 Penn Centre, adjacent to Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments , Clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. We appreciate your cooperation.
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2. The Capital Grille - Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(4630)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 96 times today
The Capital Grille in Kansas City is a top-choice for special occasions. Known for their expertly prepared steaks, the restaurant creates a memorable dining experience. Reviews rave about the fantastic service, amazing food, and the special touches for celebrations like birthdays and anniversaries. As one reviewer said, 'Nothing about this restaurant disappoints. I choose The Capital Grill when we have a special occasion.'
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3. Gram & Dun
4.7
Exceptional(4640)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 50 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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4. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas City
4.6
Exceptional(7423)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 63 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood in Kansas City is a special occasion spot, with numerous reviews praising the excellent service and food. It's a place where guests celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events. As one reviewer put it, 'The food was delicious and the attention we received was just as expected.' The restaurant's ambiance is also highly rated, described as both upscale and inviting. The staff is accommodating, making every guest feel special.
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5. Eddie V's - Kansas City
4.9
Exceptional(3305)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Kansas City
Booked 70 times today
Eddie V's in Kansas City is a prime destination for special occasions. With reviews praising the attentive service, excellent ambiance, and delicious food, it's a place that makes memories. Customers have celebrated birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events at Eddie V's, with the staff going above and beyond to make the experience unforgettable. The seafood flown in from pristine waters and the premium hand-carved steaks add to the luxurious dining experience.
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6. Lidia's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7884)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 81 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 53 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.
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8. Lazia
4.6
Exceptional(1126)
Price: Expensive
• Contemporary Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 32 times today
Welcome to the Crossroads, where Kansas City comes together. An evening at Lazia begins at the hearth with a complimentary house amaro blend as the sound of hip hop's greatest legends fill the room. The menu is both familiar and surprising in its selection of Italian favorites. It offers a collection of Cicchetti and Antipasti to start your meal; an expertly prepared and seasonal selection of handmade, fresh pastas; a satisfying collection of Secondi; and few moments of surprise & delight! Named for another Crossroads O.G. and pal of Pendergast, Johnny Lazia, our dinner-only restaurant sits at the Crossroads of Italian culinary inspiration and the farms and fields of the Heartland in the Midwest.We are currently open 7 days a week from 5:00pm - 10:00pmValet Parking for Lazia guests is $9, but street parking is also available. Lazia is happy to accommodate most dietary restrictions.
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9. Seasons 52 - Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(5044)
Price: Expensive
• American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 43 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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10. Stock Hill
4.8
Exceptional(3426)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 61 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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  • Joseph
    Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Ben was amazing very kind and made us feel special. We appreciate the Anniversary message with our dessert. The music choice felt interesting for the setting, I understand it was a Monday but the multiple pop songs made the environment feel weird.
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    McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Plaza / Brookside
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    4.6
  • Phillip
    Southwest Florida •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Never disappoints. Excellent, as it always is. We love coming here.
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    Eddie V's - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Kansas City
    •
    4.9
  • Erin
    Iowa •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We have an incredible dinner experience at Gram & Dunn! The restaurant was beautiful and festive and the menu was fantastic. But the best part of our experience was most certainly our waitress Andrea. She was outstanding! Extremely knowledgeable, so fun and engaging, knew the food and drinks so well and guided us well when we asked for help. She was an absolute delight! If you go here you should ask for her!
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    Gram & DunPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
    •
    4.7
  • Mikevip
    Kansas City / Kansas •39 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We were able to sit in our favorite area - one of the bar booths. Our service was absolutely top notch. Our table ordered several types of cocktails, wine, etc....and all were delicious, presented well, and as ordered. Our appetizer, meal and desserts were excellent as well. My filet was overcooked...but the more I think about it my waitress may have heard medium well as opposed to medium rare. It was still delicious with the au poivre sauce added and though I could have sent it back...I'm just not that kind of guy. I will certainly be back again.
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    Ocean Prime - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Kansas City
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    4.8
  • Nickyvip
    Kansas City / Kansas •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    Our waiter Stephan helped me celebrate my birthday with my daughter who came in from Louisville He is incredible and attended to our every need Best restaurant in KC Thankyou
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    The Capital Grille - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
    •
    4.8

Discover best special occasions restaurants in E. Kansas City

Searching for the perfect dining spot for special occasions in Kansas City, Missouri, particularly in the vibrant E. Kansas City area? Our curated list of restaurants offers a diverse array of dining experiences that cater specifically to those special, memorable moments. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner for two, a celebratory gathering, or a sophisticated corporate event, you'll find establishments that boast unique ambiance, exceptional service, and menus designed to delight the senses. The dining scene in E. Kansas City is renowned for its eclectic mix of culinary offerings, reflecting both local and international flavors, ensuring that every palate is catered to. Each restaurant on our list has been carefully selected based on its ability to provide a memorable dining experience that combines both atmosphere and culinary excellence. Rest assured, choosing any of these spots will add that extra special touch to your occasion, making it an unforgettable part of your celebrations.

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