Evan[Bu]: The line might be long, but the Burnt Ends with fries is worth the wait. Be sure to try all the different flavors of barbecue sauce at your table, and eat an ample supply of free pickles.
Kansas City: Vinegar-based President’s Choice sauce (named for sitting President Jimmy Carter’s visit to Bryant’s) carries the reputation as KC’s most distinctive barbecue sauce.
Michael Seliske: Burnt ends were fantastic. Drenching them in BBQ sauce made them even better.
What's Good Here: Asian Pork Belly Tostados - Scallions, Sesame Seeds, Cilantro, Radish, Sweet Chili BBQ Sauce
Michael C: Pistachio crusted grouper... fantastic. Banana caramel ice cream sandwich... divine.
Megan Crump: 5 stars! Everything was wonderful, very good staff, and I want to try the whole menu! The fact that wine flows freely is a plus too.
3. Hawg Jaw Que & Brew
8.1
900 Swift Ave (at E 9th Ave), North Kansas City, MO
BBQ Joint · Northland · 7 tips and reviews
Jennifer Huffman: Loved the bbq sauce variety, the mac and cheese, and loaded fries were the best. Got a small sandwich and it was more than enough. Small dining area, big tables. Wouldn't get burnt ends again.
Michael C: Great KC BBQ... solid ribs, pulled pork, and brisket
Alex Stall: Brisket is good. Really enjoy the burnt end chili, which can be spicy.
4. Gates Bar-B-Q
7.7
3205 Main St (at Linwood Blvd), Kansas City, MO
BBQ Joint · 78 tips and reviews
Nathan Aguilar: The BBQ sauce tasted like burnt hair and the four bean salad was effervescent for some reason. The burnedends was mostly fat. I'm pissed off.
Jeffrey Perrine: Take home some of the bbq sauce. Its awesome.
Bobbie Walter Schooley: We really enjoyed our visit to Gates. Loved the BBQ sauce, spicy not sweet, and the people were fun!! ...
5. Q39
9.3
1000 West 39th Street (btwn Southwest Tfwy & Roanoke Rd), Kansas City, MO
BBQ Joint · 39th Street West · 165 tips and reviews
Charis Tobias: I had a pulled pork sandwich with classic BBQ sauce and a side of apple slaw. It was perhaps the best BBQ I've ever eaten.
Kristen Marie: Best bbq hands down. The burnt ends and the ribs are by far the show shopper. The wings are good. And the lime cilantro bbq sauce is the best they have.
Luke Mayes: The Triple Threat is amazing! Also, the smoked old fashioned and the macaroni and cheese are really good.
11. Chick-fil-A
8.6
6501 NW Barry Rd, Kansas City, MO
Fast Food Restaurant · 7 tips and reviews
Daryl Pritchard: Great gluten free, try the grilled nuggets.
Michael C: Really don't get the allure of Chick-fil-A...I understand from my southern friends its essentially brand loyalty. But with options like Zaxbys, Raising Cane, Slim Chickens, need to step up their game.
Ashley Nicole: Spicy chicken sandwich 😍waffle fries wit chick-fil-A sauce
Jonathan Underwood: One of the finest and cleanest Price Chopper's in the KCMO area. Always fresh produce, plenty of organics in the aisles and of course the liquor! This isn't Publix, but it sure feels close to one!
Kevin Garner: Great organic section
Todd I am G: Ok. You like Donuts? Go at 6pm and you get a dozen yummmies for 2.99. Great deal. Awesome donuts. Lets keep this to ourselves.
14. Reserve
8.2
1111 Grand Blvd (btwn E 11th & 12th St), Kansas City, MO
New American Restaurant · 11 tips and reviews
Donovan Weber: Great chef, great gourmet dining and atmosphere for a reasonable price.
Dana Goldy: Prompt service, very inviting atmosphere and staff that brings it all home. Great place to unwind.
Dina Clark: Wonderful bar atmosphere! A great spot to sip prosecco.