The best restaurants in Lee's Summit

129 restaurants we’ve checked and stand behind — with the story on each one. Not a ranking; a record.

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Mexican eats such as fajitas and enchiladas, plus cocktails, in a laid-back setting.

205 E Main St (Greenwood)

Mexican eats such as fajitas and enchiladas, plus cocktails, in a laid-back setting.

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Casual restaurant for Japanese classics such as sushi, plus hibachi fare.

617 US-40 (Blue Springs)

Casual restaurant for Japanese classics such as sushi, plus hibachi fare.

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Casual, family-friendly chain serving traditional Mexican fare and margaritas made to order.

404 W Pine St (Raymore)

Casual, family-friendly chain serving traditional Mexican fare and margaritas made to order.

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Casual eatery serving Mexican fare such as enchiladas and tacos with margaritas.

1276 W Foxwood Dr (Raymore)

Casual eatery serving Mexican fare such as enchiladas and tacos with margaritas.

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Old-fashioned pizzeria serving up hearty New York-style pies & casual eats in an informal setting.

110 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Old-fashioned pizzeria serving up hearty New York-style pies & casual eats in an informal setting.

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Sushi Haru

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Shopping-center sushi joint with a big menu of hand rolls, sashimi, maki & nigiri, plus bento boxes.

13133 State Line Rd (Kansas City)

Shopping-center sushi joint with a big menu of hand rolls, sashimi, maki & nigiri, plus bento boxes.

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Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.

9763 N Cedar Ave (Kansas City)

Light-filled, modern chain branch serving up bento boxes, sushi and hot Japanese dishes.

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MOD Pizza

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Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

1937 W Foxwood Dr (Raymore)

Counter-serve, industrial-chic chain restaurant known for build-your-own pizzas.

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NY-style pizza offered by the pie or slice in this easygoing parlor also serving pasta & sandwiches.

650 E Red Bridge Rd (Kansas City)

NY-style pizza offered by the pie or slice in this easygoing parlor also serving pasta & sandwiches.

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Summit Pizza

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Long-running pizzeria offering many toppings & crusts, plus creative signature pizzas & gluten-free options.

1543 NE Douglas St

Long-running pizzeria offering many toppings & crusts, plus creative signature pizzas & gluten-free options.

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Modest counter-serve joint offering classic Mexican fare, plus lunch specials & ice cream.

13115 Holmes Rd (Kansas City)

Modest counter-serve joint offering classic Mexican fare, plus lunch specials & ice cream.

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Local pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies & more in a casual setting.

405 NW Blue Pkwy

Local pizzeria chain serving classic & creative pies & more in a casual setting.

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Sandwiches, pastas and Italian foods, such as lasagna, served at a fast-casual counter-service eatery with friendly service.

7012 Universal Ave (Kansas City)

Sandwiches, pastas and Italian foods, such as lasagna, served at a fast-casual counter-service eatery with friendly service.

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Cozy eatery serving up traditional Italian dishes made with family recipes, plus beer and wine.

318 SE Green St

Cozy eatery serving up traditional Italian dishes made with family recipes, plus beer and wine.

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Industrial-chic venue with a wood-fired oven cooking New York-, Sicilian- & Neapolitan-style pizza.

12925 US-71 (Grandview)

Industrial-chic venue with a wood-fired oven cooking New York-, Sicilian- & Neapolitan-style pizza.

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Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

4661 S Cochise Ct (Independence)

Family-friendly chain restaurant featuring Italian entrees along with a wide beer selection.

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Taqueria serving Mexican street fare and creative margaritas in a laid-back setting with a patio.

11118 Holmes Rd (Kansas City)

Taqueria serving Mexican street fare and creative margaritas in a laid-back setting with a patio.

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El Maguey

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Casual Mexican restaurant dishing up fajitas, burritos, and margaritas in a family-friendly atmosphere.

13612 Washington St (Kansas City)

Casual Mexican restaurant dishing up fajitas, burritos, and margaritas in a family-friendly atmosphere.

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Upscale eatery featuring burgers, chicken and seasonal menus, plus cocktails, beer and wine.

940 NW Pryor Rd M

Upscale eatery featuring burgers, chicken and seasonal menus, plus cocktails, beer and wine.

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Familiar fare such as pasta, lasagnas and gnocchi amid a clean Italian eatery.

812 W Foxwood Dr (Raymore)

Familiar fare such as pasta, lasagnas and gnocchi amid a clean Italian eatery.

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Tim's Pizza

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Stalwart strip-mall pizza joint offers classic pies, pastas & sandwiches in an easygoing atmosphere.

17201 E US Hwy 40 (Independence)

Stalwart strip-mall pizza joint offers classic pies, pastas & sandwiches in an easygoing atmosphere.

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Popular pizza chain known for its doughy pies, chicken wings and salads.

17020 E US Hwy 40 #12 (Independence)

Popular pizza chain known for its doughy pies, chicken wings and salads.

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Mint Sushi

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Colorful, modern spot offering sushi, hibachi fare & some Thai favorites, plus beer & wine.

1209 NE Rice Rd

Colorful, modern spot offering sushi, hibachi fare & some Thai favorites, plus beer & wine.

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Low-key spot with pinball & a patio for clever pizzas & other pub grub, plus cocktails & craft beer.

3385 SW Fascination Dr

Low-key spot with pinball & a patio for clever pizzas & other pub grub, plus cocktails & craft beer.

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Laid-back eatery with seating for ramen and sushi, plus boba tea, beer and cocktails.

8430 Ward Pkwy (Kansas City)

Laid-back eatery with seating for ramen and sushi, plus boba tea, beer and cocktails.

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Familiar restaurant offering street tacos, fajitas and a wide assortment of classic Mexican recipes.

1521 Main St (Grandview)

Familiar restaurant offering street tacos, fajitas and a wide assortment of classic Mexican recipes.

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Laid-back Japanese restaurant serving sushi & teppanyaki, plus a large selection of cocktails.

601 NW Blue Pkwy

Laid-back Japanese restaurant serving sushi & teppanyaki, plus a large selection of cocktails.

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Casual eatery featuring a large menu of Asian-inspired meals, from sushi to hibachi specialties (but no tableside cooking).

17041 Bel- Ray Blvd (Belton)

Casual eatery featuring a large menu of Asian-inspired meals, from sushi to hibachi specialties (but no tableside cooking).

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Pizza shop serving traditional pizzas as well as wings, subs, calzones and fried appetisers.

10328 Blue Ridge Blvd (Kansas City)

Pizza shop serving traditional pizzas as well as wings, subs, calzones and fried appetisers.

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Legend of Asia

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Sprawling buffet of Chinese dishes plus sushi in a 300-seat dining room.

1853 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Sprawling buffet of Chinese dishes plus sushi in a 300-seat dining room.

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THE Pizza Place

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Casual pizzeria offering a range of pies, a salad bar, and a drive-thru window, plus movie memorabilia.

1711 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Casual pizzeria offering a range of pies, a salad bar, and a drive-thru window, plus movie memorabilia.

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Mr Le's Sushi

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Compact, unassuming strip-mall restaurant offering Vietnamese dishes, sushi & other Japanese fare.

5024 NE Parvin Rd (Kansas City)

Compact, unassuming strip-mall restaurant offering Vietnamese dishes, sushi & other Japanese fare.

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Casual eatery featuring sushi and a variety of other Japanese cuisine like hibachi.

1626 SE Blue Pkwy

Casual eatery featuring sushi and a variety of other Japanese cuisine like hibachi.

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Casual restaurant offering locally brewed beers, plus stone-fired pies, wings, sandwiches, and salads.

354 SW Blue Pkwy

Casual restaurant offering locally brewed beers, plus stone-fired pies, wings, sandwiches, and salads.

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Zarda Bar-B-Q

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BBQ joint serving hickory-smoked ribs, pulled pork & comfort sides in rustic surroundings.

214 NW Hwy 7 (Blue Springs)

BBQ joint serving hickory-smoked ribs, pulled pork & comfort sides in rustic surroundings.

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Waffle House

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Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

1500 NW Woods Chapel Rd (Blue Springs)

Simple chain spot offering American diner fare & all-day breakfast, including signature waffles.

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Mama Garden

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Large family-friendly buffet restaurant offering Chinese dishes, Mongolian barbecue & sushi.

4400 S Noland Rd (Independence)

Large family-friendly buffet restaurant offering Chinese dishes, Mongolian barbecue & sushi.

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Casual restaurant offering American dishes and a variety of entertainment options.

1012 SE Blue Pkwy

Casual restaurant offering American dishes and a variety of entertainment options.

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Texas Roadhouse

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Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

740 NW Blue Pkwy

Lively chain steakhouse serving American fare with a Southwestern spin amid Texas-themed decor.

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Casual noodle shop serving customizable bowls of ramen and teas, delivered by robots.

2650 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Casual noodle shop serving customizable bowls of ramen and teas, delivered by robots.

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Culver’s

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Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

1275 SE Oldham Pkwy

Fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard & signature burgers made with Midwest beef & dairy.

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Pearl Tavern

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Warm, low-key eatery serving seafood, burgers & salads plus an oyster bar, cocktails, wine & beer.

1672 NW Chipman Rd

Warm, low-key eatery serving seafood, burgers & salads plus an oyster bar, cocktails, wine & beer.

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Chain offering a broad American menu & drinks in a relaxed setting with kitschy, eclectic decor.

815 SE 3rd St

Chain offering a broad American menu & drinks in a relaxed setting with kitschy, eclectic decor.

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Cozy lake vibe burger joint offering sandwiches and craft beers, plus a gift shop.

1803 NE Colbern Rd Ste B

Cozy lake vibe burger joint offering sandwiches and craft beers, plus a gift shop.

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Salvatore's

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Homey Italian trattoria with a menu heavy on pasta & veal, plus old-world wines.

12801 E US Hwy 40 (Independence)

Homey Italian trattoria with a menu heavy on pasta & veal, plus old-world wines.

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Casual breakfast spot for omelets, pancakes and other staples as well as lunch and dinner fare.

1255 SW US, SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Casual breakfast spot for omelets, pancakes and other staples as well as lunch and dinner fare.

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Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

4053 Little Blue Pkwy (Independence)

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

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30hop

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Casual venue with TVs for watching sports and a patio, serving burgers, wings and beer.

1020 NW Pryor Rd G

Casual venue with TVs for watching sports and a patio, serving burgers, wings and beer.

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Cozy eatery offering classic American plates, including steak and fried chicken, as well as a patio.

2061 NW Lowenstein Dr

Cozy eatery offering classic American plates, including steak and fried chicken, as well as a patio.

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Casual chain, with wine-tasting stations specializing in American cuisine.

540 NW Chipman Rd

Casual chain, with wine-tasting stations specializing in American cuisine.

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Huli huli chicken and other Hawaiian eats are on the menu at this fast-food joint with a casual atmosphere.

4030 S Noland Rd (Independence)

Huli huli chicken and other Hawaiian eats are on the menu at this fast-food joint with a casual atmosphere.

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Chain offering a broad American menu & drinks in a relaxed setting with kitschy, eclectic decor.

1307 SW State Rte 7 (Blue Springs)

Chain offering a broad American menu & drinks in a relaxed setting with kitschy, eclectic decor.

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Chef J BBQ

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Chef J BBQ hand-slices hickory-smoked brisket, burnt ends, ribs, sausage, and turkey, plus house-made sides like Hickory Pit Beans and…

1401 W 13th St Ste G (Kansas City)

Chef J BBQ hand-slices hickory-smoked brisket, burnt ends, ribs, sausage, and turkey, plus house-made sides like Hickory Pit Beans and Bacon & Blue Potato Salad. Order by the pound or as a sandwich this week, sample three sauces, then seal it with banana pudding from Kansas City Magazine’s No. 1 BBQ of 2023.

From the Blue Springs newsletter, August 7, 2026

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The Farmhouse

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Whether you're plotting a linger-y weekend or sneaking a midweek treat, The Farmhouse serves a seasonal, farm-to-fork menu that actually…

300 Delaware St (Kansas City)

Whether you're plotting a linger-y weekend or sneaking a midweek treat, The Farmhouse serves a seasonal, farm-to-fork menu that actually tastes like local farmers had a say. Voted the best place for brunch in Kansas City, it’s the spot to bring your appetite and your favorite people this week.

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Slow-smoked on old-school offset smokers with oak and hickory, Wolfpack BBQ & Burgers turns out tender brisket, pulled pork, and…

910 E 5th St (Kansas City)

Slow-smoked on old-school offset smokers with oak and hickory, Wolfpack BBQ & Burgers turns out tender brisket, pulled pork, and righteously stacked burgers. Treat yourself this week to brisket queso or the Brisket-2-Ways Burger... you earned it.

From the Independence newsletter, August 4, 2026

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From Yoder Smokers and Napoleon gas grills to drum smokers, pizza ovens, fuels, rubs and sauces, and even American Wagyu, American Fire BBQ…

342 SW Blue Pkwy

From Yoder Smokers and Napoleon gas grills to drum smokers, pizza ovens, fuels, rubs and sauces, and even American Wagyu, American Fire BBQ & Grilling Supply has the goods to dial in your backyard cookout. They also design outdoor kitchens around KC when it’s time to be the house everyone texts on rib night.

From the Lee's Summit newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Pizza 51

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Born in a converted gas station and still taking the high road for over 20 years, Pizza 51 keeps it simple with pizza, salads, sandwiches…

5060 Oak St (Kansas City)

Born in a converted gas station and still taking the high road for over 20 years, Pizza 51 keeps it simple with pizza, salads, sandwiches and cold beer. Neighborhood vibe, solid pies, and that familiar KC swagger... perfect this week for a midweek pick-me-up or a postgame hang.

From the Blue Springs newsletter, August 3, 2026

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Pho Bowl

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Casual restaurant dishing up generous portions of Vietnamese fare, including pho and crab rangoon.

1447 Independence Ave #135 (Kansas City)

Casual restaurant dishing up generous portions of Vietnamese fare, including pho and crab rangoon.

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Hamburger Mary's

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American bar & grill chain where diner classics & cocktails meet quirky entertainment.

3700 Broadway Blvd #110 (Kansas City) · ✓ checked Aug 4

American bar & grill chain where diner classics & cocktails meet quirky entertainment.

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Upscale burgers & fries star at this American option with an industrial vibe & patio seats.

11 E 14th St (Kansas City)

Upscale burgers & fries star at this American option with an industrial vibe & patio seats.

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OurHouseKC

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Casual, welcoming, music-themed eatery serving smoked meats and barbecue plates, such as brisket and pulled pork, alongside brunch…

1815 W 39th St (Kansas City)

Casual, welcoming, music-themed eatery serving smoked meats and barbecue plates, such as brisket and pulled pork, alongside brunch offerings.

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Sizable New York–style pizzas are served along with sandwiches & craft beer at this old-school spot.

1815 Wyandotte St (Kansas City)

Sizable New York–style pizzas are served along with sandwiches & craft beer at this old-school spot.

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Cupini's

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Cozy counter serves up Italian staples including pasta, pizza & panini in a laid-back setting.

1809 Westport Rd Ste 200 (Kansas City)

Cozy counter serves up Italian staples including pasta, pizza & panini in a laid-back setting.

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Extra Virgin

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Well-known spot for inventive Mediterranean tapas in lively, festive digs with a streetside patio.

1900 Main St (Kansas City)

Well-known spot for inventive Mediterranean tapas in lively, festive digs with a streetside patio.

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Food truck, and later restaurant, featuring tacos and other classics from Mexico, plus a patio.

3029 Southwest Blvd (Kansas City)

Food truck, and later restaurant, featuring tacos and other classics from Mexico, plus a patio.

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Neapolitan-style wood-fired pies pair with craft cocktails & beers on tap in a hip, casual space.

412 Delaware St A (Kansas City)

Neapolitan-style wood-fired pies pair with craft cocktails & beers on tap in a hip, casual space.

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Farina

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Rustic Italian dishes by a James Beard award-winning chef in a casual setting with warm interiors.

1901 Baltimore Ave (Kansas City)

Rustic Italian dishes by a James Beard award-winning chef in a casual setting with warm interiors.

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Latin American menu featuring tacos, tamales and birria; plus friendly service.

225 N 7th St Trfy (Kansas City)

Latin American menu featuring tacos, tamales and birria; plus friendly service.

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Succotash

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Breakfast-&-lunch joint drawing weekend crowds with hearty American eats & a hip, quirky vibe.

2601 Holmes St (Kansas City)

Breakfast-&-lunch joint drawing weekend crowds with hearty American eats & a hip, quirky vibe.

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Room 39

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Offbeat eatery boasts a market-driven menu in a pared-down dining room with local art on the walls.

1719 W 39th St (Kansas City)

Offbeat eatery boasts a market-driven menu in a pared-down dining room with local art on the walls.

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Gram & Dun

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Buzzy venue serving innovative American cuisine in a swanky but warm setting with patio seating.

600 Ward Pkwy (Kansas City)

Buzzy venue serving innovative American cuisine in a swanky but warm setting with patio seating.

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Chick-In Waffle

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Casual joint serving fried chicken and waffles in a variety of combos, along with loaded fries.

431 Westport Rd (Kansas City)

Casual joint serving fried chicken and waffles in a variety of combos, along with loaded fries.

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Pasta Per Favore

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Casual restaurant offering large portions of Italian fare, including baked rigatoni and fettuccine Alfredo.

3102 S 24th St (Kansas City)

Casual restaurant offering large portions of Italian fare, including baked rigatoni and fettuccine Alfredo.

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Relaxed pizza shop offering Detroit-style pies and East Coast slices, along with beer.

415 Westport Rd (Kansas City)

Relaxed pizza shop offering Detroit-style pies and East Coast slices, along with beer.

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Barbecue is eaten at communal picnic tables in this no-frills roadhouse joint with live blues.

1205 E 85th St (Kansas City)

Barbecue is eaten at communal picnic tables in this no-frills roadhouse joint with live blues.

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La Bodega

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Vibrant, colorful venue pairs Spanish tapas with wine, with sidewalk seating & happy-hour deals.

703 Southwest Blvd (Kansas City)

Vibrant, colorful venue pairs Spanish tapas with wine, with sidewalk seating & happy-hour deals.

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The Antler Room

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Warm restaurant offering a changing menu of seasonal plates, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

2506 Holmes St (Kansas City)

Warm restaurant offering a changing menu of seasonal plates, plus beer, wine & cocktails.

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Comfort-food truck dishing up burgers and fries, plus tacos and empanadas.

2976 Gillham Rd (Kansas City)

Comfort-food truck dishing up burgers and fries, plus tacos and empanadas.

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Bacaro Primo

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Modern, Italian-inspired restaurant in the Crestwood Shops featuring focaccia and a curated wine list.

323 E 55th St (Kansas City)

Modern, Italian-inspired restaurant in the Crestwood Shops featuring focaccia and a curated wine list.

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Northeast Pizza

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New eatery serving up a variety of pies, along with salads.

2203 Lexington Ave (Kansas City)

New eatery serving up a variety of pies, along with salads.

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Stock Hill

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Contemporary steakhouse meals are paired with cocktails, wine & craft beer in a fashionable setting.

4800 Main St Ste G-001 (Kansas City)

Contemporary steakhouse meals are paired with cocktails, wine & craft beer in a fashionable setting.

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Creative Japanese restaurant featuring a moving sushi belt and sushi trains, plus a robot server.

200 W 47th St (Kansas City)

Creative Japanese restaurant featuring a moving sushi belt and sushi trains, plus a robot server.

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Bustling local chain known for its vast barbecue menu encompassing steak & seafood.

101 W 22nd St (Kansas City)

Bustling local chain known for its vast barbecue menu encompassing steak & seafood.

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Lidia’s

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Celebrated upscale spot for Northern Italian dining in a glitzy locale with blown-glass chandeliers.

101 W 22nd St (Kansas City)

Celebrated upscale spot for Northern Italian dining in a glitzy locale with blown-glass chandeliers.

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Char Bar

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BBQ & Southern eats with a modern twist in a big space with a retro vibe & beer garden with games.

4050 Pennsylvania Ave (Kansas City)

BBQ & Southern eats with a modern twist in a big space with a retro vibe & beer garden with games.

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Elegant eatery focusing on farm-to-table fare (cheese cooked in-house) and cocktails, all served by warm staff.

1601 Oak St (Kansas City)

Elegant eatery focusing on farm-to-table fare (cheese cooked in-house) and cocktails, all served by warm staff.

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Fox and Pearl

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Country-chic eatery in a 1907 building with a terrace plating rustic meals & BBQ dishes.

2143 Summit St (Kansas City)

Country-chic eatery in a 1907 building with a terrace plating rustic meals & BBQ dishes.

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Haha's Pizza Hub

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Italian & Greek comfort food like pizza, gyros, falafel & wings in a basic counter-serve joint.

3834 Main St (Kansas City)

Italian & Greek comfort food like pizza, gyros, falafel & wings in a basic counter-serve joint.

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Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

101 E 14th St (Kansas City)

Modern, clubby restaurant featuring sushi & Japanese tapas, plus fancy mixed drinks.

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KC Smoke Burger

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Casual restaurant with eclectic decor serving smoked burgers, plus cheesesteaks & hot dogs.

1610 W 39th St (Kansas City)

Casual restaurant with eclectic decor serving smoked burgers, plus cheesesteaks & hot dogs.

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Affäre

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Modern German plates in a posh space accented with dramatic lighting & contemporary art.

1911 Main St (Kansas City)

Modern German plates in a posh space accented with dramatic lighting & contemporary art.

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Noka

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Japanese fare, including sushi and wagyu burger options, served in a stylish setting featuring communal tables.

334 E 31st St (Kansas City)

Japanese fare, including sushi and wagyu burger options, served in a stylish setting featuring communal tables.

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Laid-back joint serving a range of fried chicken wings (wet and dry rubbed) as well as burgers, salads, sandwiches and mac 'n' cheese.

3927 Broadway Blvd (Kansas City)

Laid-back joint serving a range of fried chicken wings (wet and dry rubbed) as well as burgers, salads, sandwiches and mac 'n' cheese.

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Pizza, wings, laser-tag eatery featuring bowling lanes and a full-service bar.

8081 NW Roanridge Rd. (Kansas City)

Pizza, wings, laser-tag eatery featuring bowling lanes and a full-service bar.

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Simple, cozy counter serve offering Vietnamese subs, soups, noodle bowls & tacos, plus bubble teas.

4011 N Oak Trafficway (Kansas City)

Simple, cozy counter serve offering Vietnamese subs, soups, noodle bowls & tacos, plus bubble teas.

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Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

4144 Broadway Blvd (Kansas City)

Vibrant, retro chain serving a seasonal menu of creative breakfast & lunch fare, plus cocktails.

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The Borough KC

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Laid-back, neighborhood spot, serving classic dishes from breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch menus.

8026 The Paseo (Kansas City)

Laid-back, neighborhood spot, serving classic dishes from breakfast, lunch, dinner and brunch menus.

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Bustling local chain known for its vast barbecue menu encompassing steak, seafood, and more.

4747 Wyandotte St (Kansas City)

Bustling local chain known for its vast barbecue menu encompassing steak, seafood, and more.

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Cliff's Taphouse

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Casual dining spot serving up American fare (burgers, sandwiches and tacos) alongside a full selection of drinks.

3044 Gillham Rd (Kansas City)

Casual dining spot serving up American fare (burgers, sandwiches and tacos) alongside a full selection of drinks.

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Cascone's

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Veteran family-owned place for Italian meals dished amid vintage decor with red-leather booths.

3737 N Oak Trafficway (Kansas City)

Veteran family-owned place for Italian meals dished amid vintage decor with red-leather booths.

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Daytime restaurant serving traditional breakfast and brunch fare, plus coffee, beer, and cocktails.

101 E 13th St (Kansas City)

Daytime restaurant serving traditional breakfast and brunch fare, plus coffee, beer, and cocktails.

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Pork and ribs joint serving steaks and Philly cheesesteaks in a casual space with friendly service.

7935 Prospect Ave (Kansas City)

Pork and ribs joint serving steaks and Philly cheesesteaks in a casual space with friendly service.

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Laid-back Mexican-inspired eatery serving breakfast dishes such as chilaquiles, burritos and enchiladas.

809 W 39th St #110 (Kansas City)

Laid-back Mexican-inspired eatery serving breakfast dishes such as chilaquiles, burritos and enchiladas.

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Classic Italian eats & an extensive wine list offered in an intimate setting with a bar & fireplace.

4301 Main St (Kansas City)

Classic Italian eats & an extensive wine list offered in an intimate setting with a bar & fireplace.

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Joe's KC BBQ

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Relaxed BBQ pit stop for slabs of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides.

3002 W 47th Ave (Kansas City)

Relaxed BBQ pit stop for slabs of ribs, pulled pork sandwiches, meat by the pound & sides.

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blue bird bistro

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Eclectic takes on farm-to-table American fare in a renovated, brick-lined Victorian space.

1700 Summit St (Kansas City)

Eclectic takes on farm-to-table American fare in a renovated, brick-lined Victorian space.

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Wayback Burgers

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Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

2626 E Truman Rd (Kansas City)

Made-to-order burgers & milkshakes fill out the menu at this quick-serve chain with retro decor.

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The Big Biscuit

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Breakfast, brunch, and lunch eatery serving familiar favorites, plus salads and burgers, in a casual space.

4039 Mill St (Kansas City)

Breakfast, brunch, and lunch eatery serving familiar favorites, plus salads and burgers, in a casual space.

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Snug American restaurant with a friendly vibe offering a diverse menu and brunch options.

2976 Gillham Rd (Kansas City)

Snug American restaurant with a friendly vibe offering a diverse menu and brunch options.

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Japanese plates & innovative sushi pair alongside signature cocktails in a casual dining room.

4980 Main St (Kansas City)

Japanese plates & innovative sushi pair alongside signature cocktails in a casual dining room.

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Novel Restaurant

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Cozy New American offering inventive dishes made from seasonal ingredients, plus classic cocktails.

1927 McGee St (Kansas City)

Cozy New American offering inventive dishes made from seasonal ingredients, plus classic cocktails.

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Westport Cafe

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Bustling spot for French-American fare in bricked-walled bistro digs where the kitchen is open late.

419 Westport Rd (Kansas City)

Bustling spot for French-American fare in bricked-walled bistro digs where the kitchen is open late.

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Osteria Bianchi

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Focaccia, meatballs, and other Italian dishes offered in a modern setting.

9261 NE 83rd Terrace (Kansas City)

Focaccia, meatballs, and other Italian dishes offered in a modern setting.

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The Wise Guy

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Relaxed Italian eatery with cozy decor serving pizzas, pasta and sandwiches, plus beer and cocktails.

1924 Main St (Kansas City)

Relaxed Italian eatery with cozy decor serving pizzas, pasta and sandwiches, plus beer and cocktails.

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Phở Tower

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Vietnamese joint serving savory noodle soups & French-inspired sandwiches in a colorful, airy space.

3623 Broadway Blvd (Kansas City)

Vietnamese joint serving savory noodle soups & French-inspired sandwiches in a colorful, airy space.

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Laid-back Vietnamese spot offering pho, banh mi & other classics, plus bubble tea, in simple digs.

500 Grand Blvd (Kansas City)

Laid-back Vietnamese spot offering pho, banh mi & other classics, plus bubble tea, in simple digs.

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Artego Pizza

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Splashy eatery with build-your-own & signature pizzas, plus wings, subs, cocktails & outdoor seats.

900 W 39th St (Kansas City)

Splashy eatery with build-your-own & signature pizzas, plus wings, subs, cocktails & outdoor seats.

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Easygoing choice whipping up brunch & comfort food staples, plus craft cocktails & draft beer.

1580 Main St (Kansas City)

Easygoing choice whipping up brunch & comfort food staples, plus craft cocktails & draft beer.

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Casual, quick-bite restaurant specializing in Mexican eats such as burritos, carne asada, and salsa.

North Oak Village, 4831 N Oak Trafficway (Kansas City)

Casual, quick-bite restaurant specializing in Mexican eats such as burritos, carne asada, and salsa.

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Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

4749 Pennsylvania Ave (Kansas City)

Relaxed, eco-chic chain serving health-conscious fare, including vegan options, plus cocktails.

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