The best restaurants in Lenexa
80 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.
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Murphy’s Corner
RestaurantsLaid-back sports bar featuring plenty of big-screen TVs tuned in to games & classic American grub.
Murphy’s Corner
RestaurantsOishi Sushi Restaurant & Bar | Japanese
RestaurantsCasual restaurant with a full bar, supplying sushi, hibachi & other familiar Japanese fare.
Oishi Sushi Restaurant & Bar | Japanese
RestaurantsSarku Japan
RestaurantsChain offering made-to-order teppanyaki-style Japanese dishes cooked on sizzling grills, plus sushi.
Sarku Japan
RestaurantsCafecito Lindo
RestaurantsBreakfast and other Mexican fare served in a warm, welcoming space.
Cafecito Lindo
RestaurantsToro poke
RestaurantsCasual eatery offering a variety of bowl-based meals that customers can customize.
Toro poke
RestaurantsJerry's Bait Shop
RestaurantsThis easygoing haunt hosts live rock & blues bands 7 nights a week & serves pub fare & pizzas.
Jerry's Bait Shop
RestaurantsNorth Italia
RestaurantsContemporary Italian eatery in a mall setting with a rustic farmhouse aesthetic & a bustling scene.
North Italia
RestaurantsSushi House
RestaurantsJapanese chain serving sushi, noodles, bento boxes & hot entrees in a stylish, traditional setting.
Sushi House
RestaurantsSushi UNI
RestaurantsCompact, busy strip-mall venue for traditional Japanese sushi, sashimi, salads & hot entrees.
Sushi UNI
RestaurantsRaising Cane's Chicken Fingers
RestaurantsFast-food chain specializing in fried chicken fingers, crinkle-cut fries & Texas toast.
Raising Cane's Chicken Fingers
RestaurantsBarley's Kitchen + Tap
RestaurantsBrewpub offering a full-length upscale American comfort-food menu, global beer list & TV-watching.
Barley's Kitchen + Tap
RestaurantsWandering Vine at the Castle
RestaurantsUpscale restaurant in a restored castle featuring a menu of American fare and a wine list representing over 20 countries.
Wandering Vine at the Castle
RestaurantsFritz's
RestaurantsOld-fashioned diner with a train theme serving American breakfasts, burgers & soda-fountain treats.
Fritz's
RestaurantsJoe's KC BBQ
RestaurantsRelaxed BBQ pit stop for slabs of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides.
Joe's KC BBQ
RestaurantsRed Door Woodfired Grill
RestaurantsCasual American restaurant offering from-scratch items such as wood-fired wings and burgers, plus happy hours.
Red Door Woodfired Grill
RestaurantsHawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsLaid-back, clean eatery dishing up island staples like huli huli chicken, pulled pork, rice and macaroni salad.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsMain Event Olathe
RestaurantsCasual entertainment venue featuring laser tag and a rope course, plus bowling lanes and arcade-style video games.
Main Event Olathe
RestaurantsBlind Box BBQ
RestaurantsModern, stylish restaurant serving Kansas City-style BBQ, whiskey flights & gourmet brunch.
Blind Box BBQ
RestaurantsSushi Mido
RestaurantsCasual spot crafting Japanese dishes alongside a menu of made-to-order, all-you-can-eat sushi rolls.
Sushi Mido
RestaurantsHawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsFast food chain restaurant serving Hawaiian plate lunches including chicken, pork, and mac salad.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsHoly Land Cafe
RestaurantsSunny spot decorated with folk art & offering both casual & more elaborate Middle Eastern fare.
Holy Land Cafe
RestaurantsEl Pulgarcito Salvadorean Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual Salvadoran fare like pupusas, tamales & fish tacos are featured at this compact eatery.
El Pulgarcito Salvadorean Restaurant
RestaurantsMi Ranchito
RestaurantsLocal cantina chain serving classic Mexican dishes & margaritas in a relaxed setting.
Mi Ranchito
RestaurantsChili's Grill & Bar
RestaurantsFamily-friendly chain serving classic Tex-Mex & American fare in a Southwestern-style setting.
Chili's Grill & Bar
RestaurantsTacos Borrachos
RestaurantsCraving real-deal al pastor or carne asada that tastes like it came off a Mexico City sidewalk cart? Tacos Borrachos keeps it lively with…
Tacos Borrachos
RestaurantsFlapjacks 'n More
RestaurantsFlapjacks 'n More is your Overland Park standby for signature stacks, airy waffles, crepes, savory omelets, and hearty breakfast skillets,…
Flapjacks 'n More
RestaurantsHayward's Pit Bar B Que & Catering
RestaurantsSince 1972, Hayward's Pit Bar B Que & Catering has been stoking 100% hickory fires and keeping Johnson County happily sauced with…
Hayward's Pit Bar B Que & Catering
RestaurantsHawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsChain dishing up Hawaiian plates such as chicken and huli huli pig, plus Dole Whip, for takeout.
Hawaiian Bros Island Grill
RestaurantsOutback Steakhouse
RestaurantsBoisterous Australian-themed chain serving steaks, seafood & other hearty steakhouse fare.
Outback Steakhouse
RestaurantsEl Fogón Overland Park
RestaurantsLow-key counter-serve eatery dispensing simple Mexican eats, including tacos, burritos & tortas.
El Fogón Overland Park
RestaurantsBRGR Kitchen + Bar
RestaurantsUpscale burgers & fries star at this American option with an industrial vibe & patio seats.
BRGR Kitchen + Bar
RestaurantsFuzzy's Taco Shop
RestaurantsModern counter-service chain serving Baja-style tacos & other Mexican eats, plus beer & margaritas.
Fuzzy's Taco Shop
RestaurantsLocal hangout with stone-baked pizzas, cocktails, and a range of craft beers.
801 Chophouse
RestaurantsPrime cuts of beef, seafood & a large wine selection offered in an elegant, clubby setting.
801 Chophouse
RestaurantsWhole Harvest Kitchen
RestaurantsRelaxed restaurant serving healthy, plant-based takes on comfort-food classics.
Whole Harvest Kitchen
RestaurantsSickies Garage Burgers & Brews
RestaurantsCasual spot with a car-garage vibe serving burgers (inc. unusual varieties), wings, nachos, fried pickles, onion rings, fries, chicken…
Sickies Garage Burgers & Brews
RestaurantsRye Leawood
RestaurantsFarm-to-table American fare & rye cocktails served in a stylish, urban-farmhouse setting.
Rye Leawood
RestaurantsFine-dining-style establishment offering classic steakhouse fare, cocktails & a big menu of sides.
Sarpino's Pizzeria Overland Park
RestaurantsPizza & casual Italian food from a no-frills counter-service chain that also offers delivery.
Sarpino's Pizzeria Overland Park
RestaurantsRosati's Pizza
RestaurantsItalian chain eatery featuring Chicago-style deep-dish pizza, plus pasta & sandwiches.
Rosati's Pizza
RestaurantsTortilla Ranch Mexican Grill
RestaurantsCasual, modern Mexican counter serve offering tacos, burritos, bowls & enchiladas to order.
Tortilla Ranch Mexican Grill
RestaurantsCarrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsChain eatery & bar serving a diverse menu of classic Italian fare in a family-friendly setting.
Carrabba's Italian Grill
RestaurantsViona’s Italian Bistro
RestaurantsCharming Italian eatery serving up pasta standards and pizza in a cozy, family-owned space.
Viona’s Italian Bistro
RestaurantsClub 27 Restaurant
RestaurantsCasual eatery and bar with a patio, offering golf course views, burgers and happy hour.
Club 27 Restaurant
RestaurantsBuffalo State Pizza Co.
RestaurantsPizzas, handhelds & salads served in a laid-back destination with an industrial vibe & beer on tap.
Buffalo State Pizza Co.
RestaurantsJoe's KC BBQ
RestaurantsRelaxed BBQ pit stop for slabs of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides.
Joe's KC BBQ
RestaurantsTaquiza
RestaurantsFast-casual restaurant offering tacos and burritos in a relaxed setting with a patio and a bar.
Taquiza
RestaurantsWiener Kitchen
RestaurantsBuzzing destination providing artisanal sausages & meats, plus breakfast & lunch offerings.
Wiener Kitchen
RestaurantsTacos 4 Life
RestaurantsPopular chain offering a variety of tacos including Korean BBQ and Hawaiian shrimp, plus a drive-thru.
Tacos 4 Life
RestaurantsBrobeck's BBQ
RestaurantsCounter-serve barbecue joint specializing in smoked, dry-rubbed meats & classic sides.
Brobeck's BBQ
RestaurantsSanta Fe Café
RestaurantsHomestyle American breakfast & lunch served in a laid-back setting with country-western decor.
Santa Fe Café
RestaurantsHummus and Pita
RestaurantsCasual eatery serving Mediterranean staples, such as gyros and shwarma, plus dips, falafel and kabobs.
Hummus and Pita
RestaurantsK-Macho's Mexican Grill and Cantina
RestaurantsFamily restaurant serving tacos, enchiladas & margaritas also offering take-outs & catering.
K-Macho's Mexican Grill and Cantina
RestaurantsStrang Hall
RestaurantsIndustrial-chic food court with diverse eateries & outdoor tables on a grassy lawn.
Strang Hall
RestaurantsGarozzo's Overland Park
RestaurantsHomey Italian tavern offering classic cuisine in a large dining room with an old-school vibe.
Garozzo's Overland Park
RestaurantsUrban Egg
RestaurantsPopular all-day breakfast joint offering eggs benedict & pancakes with locally-sourced ingredients.
Urban Egg
RestaurantsJohnny Cascone's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsEstablished, old-school eatery making classic Italian fare such as ravioli & chicken parmigiana.
Johnny Cascone's Italian Restaurant
RestaurantsDave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsChicken and milkshakes chain where diners choose the spice level of their orders.
Dave's Hot Chicken
RestaurantsSullivan's Steakhouse
RestaurantsSteakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.
Sullivan's Steakhouse
RestaurantsKC Craft Ramen
RestaurantsJapanese restaurant serving ramen and side dishes such as takoyaki and gyoza in a casual space.
KC Craft Ramen
RestaurantsSaki
RestaurantsAsian restaurant serving a variety of dishes, including sushi, in a casual environment.
Saki
RestaurantsKhop jai der
RestaurantsCasual eatery and carry-out spot for Lao dishes like noodle soup, plus some Vietnamese staples.
Khop jai der
RestaurantsHokibar
RestaurantsCasual eatery for sushi and poke bowls that you can customize.
Hokibar
RestaurantsThe Bullpen Bar & Grill
RestaurantsBasic restaurant with a large number of TVs, featuring American fare, cocktails, and happy hours.
The Bullpen Bar & Grill
Restaurants1981 K-Chicken
RestaurantsFried chicken joint selling bone-in and boneless wings, sandwiches and sides.
1981 K-Chicken
RestaurantsWingstop
RestaurantsCasual eatery specializing in cooked-to-order, classic or boneless wings with a selection of flavors.
Wingstop
RestaurantsThe Other Place Overland Park
RestaurantsSports-themed pizzeria chain with TVs, plus a menu of pies, wings, beer & more.
The Other Place Overland Park
RestaurantsAR’S Breakfast & Brunch
RestaurantsFamily-run breakfast and lunch spot serving omelets, chilaquiles, and other comfort eats, plus drinks.
AR’S Breakfast & Brunch
RestaurantsDewey's Pizza - Overland Park
RestaurantsCasual Midwestern chain serving inventive specialty pizzas & seasonal craft beers.
Dewey's Pizza - Overland Park
RestaurantsThe Rub Bar-B-Que and Catering
RestaurantsBarbecue platters & sandwiches plus all the fixings served in a bright quick-serve establishment.
The Rub Bar-B-Que and Catering
RestaurantsThe Wooden Spoon
RestaurantsCasual American fare, with breakfasts & sandwiches like Philly cheesesteaks, in a family eatery.
The Wooden Spoon
RestaurantsSawa Sushi & Hibachi
RestaurantsCasual restaurant offering Japanese dishes from sushi & sashimi to full hibachi dinners.
Sawa Sushi & Hibachi
RestaurantsSmoke Town BBQ
RestaurantsRelaxed, family-run shop turning out slow-cooked brisket and burnt ends alongside staples like burgers, wings and beer.
Smoke Town BBQ
RestaurantsTiki Taco
RestaurantsChill counter-serve spot dishing up Mexican fare like tacos, burritos, fries and nachos.
Tiki Taco
RestaurantsRicco's Italian Bistro
RestaurantsTraditional Italian food & wood-fired pizzas prepared in a quiet setting with a patio lounge.
Ricco's Italian Bistro
RestaurantsPho Vietnam
RestaurantsSpecials include banh mi & pho at this no-nonsense neighborhood Vietnamese restaurant with take-out.
Pho Vietnam
RestaurantsMcGregors Butcher & Bistro
RestaurantsSteakhouse featuring prime cuts such as filet and rib-eye alongside more casual offerings.
McGregors Butcher & Bistro
RestaurantsMr. Wingz
RestaurantsCasual, family-run eatery specializing in chicken wings plus bone-in and boneless options.
Mr. Wingz
RestaurantsBuck Tui BBQ
RestaurantsRestaurant combining Thai cuisine and Kansas City barbecue, including brisket rangoons, red curry brisket burnt ends, and tiger cry beef.
Buck Tui BBQ
RestaurantsQ39 - South
RestaurantsCasual joint for Kansas City BBQ, burgers, wings and sandwiches made in-house, plus a fireplace.
Q39 - South
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