Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Kansas City, MO

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Updated December 05, 2024

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Yard House - Kansas City, MO

4.9

4.9 (557)

$30 and under

American

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Yard House is the modern American gathering place where beer and food lovers unite. Known for great food, classic rock, an energetic vibe and endless fleet of tap handles featuring the best craft and local beers, each Yard House location offers 100+ beers on tap along with an array of craft cocktails. Our menu features favorites such as our signature Poke Nachos, street tacos, USDA prime burgers, seafood and steaks. Founded in Long Beach, Calif; in 1996, Yard House now spans across the U.S. with over 80 locations and is open daily for lunch, dinner, happy hour and late-night dining.

Top review

sherri

Dined on Dec 6, 2024

Jess was an excellent server! Food was tasty. It is too damn loud there though. Bring back the deviled eggs they were yummy!

Conductor Club

4.9

4.9 (413)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

E. Kansas City

About the restaurant

Tucked away in a hidden corner of historic Union Station, the Conductor Club is a unique rotating themed cocktail bar. We feature a specialty cocktails, small bites from Pierpont's kitchen and lots of fun.

*All guests must be 21+ years old. Reservations are exclusively through OpenTable. Kitchen is open until 9pm on weekdays and 10pm on weekends.

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Jorjana

Dined on Dec 14, 2024

The baked pimento cheese was delicious! Drinks - I Suggest We All Hold on… TIGHTLY!, Milk & Cookies for Santa, The Northern Lights, Here We've Only Got One Rule, Latitude 66°30', and All Aboard. Cocktails were very good and well presented.

Prime Social - Kansas City

4.9

4.9 (911)

$31 to $50

Cocktail Bar

E. Kansas City

About the restaurant

Prime Social is a lively and dynamic rooftop cocktail lounge designed for conversation, where guests gather to enjoy the moment. Enjoy our modern and refined rooftop experience while you relax and take in the panoramic views next to our fire pit. Whether you’re celebrating, watching a game, or gathering with friends, Prime Social is your go-to destination for good times and lasting memories. We are located on the 16th floor of 46 Penn, adjacent to Kansas City's renowned Country Club Plaza.

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, exposed undergarments or tank tops
Clothing with offensive language or graphics
Admittance to Prime Social is at the discretion of management. We reserve the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappro

Top review

Matthew

Dined 1 day ago

Great drinks and quick service. Waitress was attentive. High price point compared to other cocktail bars around town, but still worth it. Only real knock is they seated us 15 minutes past our reservation time.

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Popular dish

24 Carrot Cake Truffle

4.8

4.8 (69)

$30 and under

Contemporary American

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Union on the Hill is a modern American restaurant with a flare, located in the heart of Union Hill at the crossroads of McGee & Gillham at 2976 Gillham Rd 64108. Union on the Hill is a neighborhood spot with a polished feel. It's a place to meet with friends, gather with family, or to celebrate a special occasion. Chef George creates dishes that leave you craving more. Among the most popular are the Filet Meatloaf, Lobster Roll, and the Sea Scallops. Union on the Hill offers lunch, brunch and dinner.

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TDonavon

Dined 1 day ago

Sydney is a great server. Food was very good!

Bella Napoli

4.9

4.9 (349)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Kansas City

About the restaurant

Under the guidance of his Italian-native mother, and heavily influenced by his travels throughout Italy, Jake Imperiale opened Bella Napoli in 2001 to meet Kansas City's need for authentic Italian food, wine and market goods. Jake hand selects each product for Bella's deli and market and every item is imported from Italy. Wander across the room and you'll be immersed in an atmosphere as authentically Italian as it gets. An integral element of Bella Napoli, the pizzeria offers a variety of traditional Italian dishes.

At Bella Napoli, the ambiance of a true Italian ristorante, classic Italian recipes, warm friendly service and a renowned wine list culminate in an Italian dining experience you're sure to fall in love with.

Top review

michaelVIP

Dined on Dec 12, 2024

Delicious dining experience. The eggplant parm was the best. Great reasonably priced wine. Exceptional service. Love this restaurant !

Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.8

4.8 (3335)

$50 and over

Seafood

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

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DukeVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Great special occasion place. Service and food was fantastic

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4.9

4.9 (5290)

$31 to $50

Austrian

Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

About the restaurant

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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Kelly

Dined 1 day ago

Grunauer is one of our favorite spots in Kansas City! The service is outstanding - they always go the extra mile to see that we're happy. The food is delicious 10/10. Already looking forward to our next visit.

Jack Stack Barbecue - Martin City

4.8

4.8 (1106)

$30 and under

Barbecue

Martin City

About the restaurant

"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey

Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.

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Kim

Dined 3 days ago

Service was wonderful and food was exceptional as always! I still miss the old Jack Stack, the new one is too sterile and doesn’t have enough to make it look like a true bbq joint. Food is still the same though!

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Popular dish

Crown Prime Beef Rib

Noka

4.8

4.8 (77)

$50 and over

American

Kansas City

About the restaurant

The dining experience at Noka is about inviting guests to immerse within the familiar, while our senses simultaneously transport us somewhere new. Primitive yet modern, our dining space offers many different avenues—whether you’re looking for an intimate experience near the bar, a hands-on culinary view into our live-fire kitchen at the Chef’s Counter, or feel like dipping out of your comfort zone at one of our communal-style tables, there truly is a little something for everyone. So venture in soon, we look forward to hosting you.

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Terry

Dined 4 days ago

Wonderful fresh food not just a sushi restaurant… everything we had was delicious excellent service. Very attentive great recommendations

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Experience

HALF-OFF SUSHI!

Experience

TUESDAY - HAPPY HOUR ALL DAY

Ocean Prime - Kansas City

4.8

4.8 (1438)

$50 and over

Seafood

Kansas City

About the restaurant

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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Matthew

Dined 1 day ago

Great experience and service. Appetizers and drinks were great. Everyone at the table was impressed with main dishes. Surprisingly the favorite sides were the Gouda tater tots and the broccoli. Would recommend.

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