Best Fun Restaurants in South Kansas City

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1. The Melting Pot - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(3712)

Price: Expensive

• Fondue • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 74 times today

At The Melting Pot, fun is cooked up fondue style, creating an out of the ordinary dining experience. You'll discover all the ingredients for a perfect evening, including attentive service, private tables, & an atmosphere of casual elegance. In addition to the cheese & chocolate fondues which have made The Melting Pot famous, they offer a fine selection of beef, chicken, seafood, & vegetarian entrees, as well as an exceptional wine list & a full bar. You may enjoy a romantic evening for two, a special occasion with fifty of your closest friends, a dining experience to impress your boss, or a night out with the family. Whatever the occasion, an evening at The Melting Pot is always a celebration. Call directly to inquire about the Romance Packages in The Melting Pot’s private celebration booths for two.

2. Conductor Club

5.0

Exceptional(409)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • E. Kansas City

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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3. Plate Italiano Moderno - Brookside

4.7

Exceptional(1347)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 19 times today

Plate Restaurant offers an elevated, vibrant, stylish dining experience. With modern Italian cuisine in an upscale, setting, Plate sets itself apart with handmade pasta, fresh handmade bread and a 100% scratch kitchen. Created by Restaurateur Christian Joseph in 2014, the first iteration of Plate was destroyed in a fire. Reopening in 2019 at a new location, its bigger and better than ever! With an emphasis on the guest experience and hospitality, any evening you spend at Plate is sure to be special. Christian was mentored by Restaurateur Valter Nassi from Monte San Savino, Italy. Christian's grandfather Constantino Lucido immigrated from Frosinone, Italy to New York in 1948. Christian is passionate about Italian culture, food, and wine. His passion shines through in providing a dining experience unlike any other in the area.

4. Prime Social - Kansas City

4.9

Exceptional(894)

Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • E. Kansas City

Booked 76 times today

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 odorExcessively revealing clothing, exposed undergarments or tank topsClothing with offensive language or graphicsAdmittance to Prime Social is at the discretion of management. We reserve the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappro

5. Gram & Dun

4.7

Exceptional(4640)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 48 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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6. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

4.6

Exceptional(299)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Kansas City

Booked 36 times today

Blue Sushi Sake Grill unites creative ingredients with energetic vibes, premium cold sake with happy moments to give you a fresh and fun new way to experience sushi. Our sushi and grill menus allow you to explore your sushi favorites in new and unexpected ways. We like to say that sushi is for sharing, and our menu encourages it. Order a spread of all your maki, nigiri and sashimi favs from the sushi bar, and throw in a few orders of starters from the grill. We'll stagger your plates so you can savor it all bite-by-bite, and maximize the sushi experience you've been craving all week. If you're not sure where to start, tour the menu during Happy Hour, where all our guest favorites — from our sushi, grill and drink menus — are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!

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7. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(1411)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 42 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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8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MO

4.5

Awesome(6618)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kansas City

Booked 124 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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9. American Slang Modern Brasserie

3.9

Excellent(141)

Price: Moderate

• French • Kansas City

Booked 2 times today

American Slang Modern Brasserie is a totally unexpected fun, vibrant, modern and approachable 200-seat restaurant and 35-seat bar that has been surprising and delighting savvy diners as well as discerning Kansas City ‘foodies’ since summer, 2017. Dramatically designed dining and bar spaces are ‘fresh’ by day and ‘minimalist’ by night, this is where ‘local’ collides with ‘European’ in a compelling and engaging way. Plus there are flexible private dining areas available for special occasions and events from 20 – 100. Seasonal outdoor seating offers some of the best Country Club Plaza views around.To make Afternoon Tea reservations, guests may call 816-303-2945; only 48 hours notice is required.

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10. Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.9

Exceptional(3305)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 63 times today

Eddie V's in Kansas City is a fun restaurant that's all about luxury dining and great vibes. It's known for its high-quality seafood and steaks, and its live jazz music sets the mood. Reviewers rave about the 'fabulous evening of fine dining', the 'exquisite' food, and the 'awesome vibe'. Eddie V's even has a V Lounge where guests can enjoy classic and creative cocktails, and listen to live music trios. All in all, it's a great place to enjoy a special occasion or just a night out!

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Glenvip
San Francisco Bay Area •72 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Terrific food, beautiful views, and great service. What more could you want?
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Prime Social - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• E. Kansas City
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4.9
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Kelly
Kansas City / Kansas •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Happy hour in the bar area did NOT disappoint! Nick did a great job for us, and brought us what we needed before we even had to ask. Another great night at Melting Pot! ❤️❤️
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The Melting Pot - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• Fondue• Plaza / Brookside
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Erin
Iowa •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 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
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4.7
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Tylervip
Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food, service and overall experience was excellent! We had the Moderna salads with truffle bread to start. And had the shrimp pasta and halibut for main course. Both were very very good. We brought our daughter who is 2 and a half years old and the service was accommodating and really sweet with her. They made a mushroom pizza with a little red sauce for her and she loved it! This is our favorite restaurant in Kansas City.
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Plate Italiano Moderno - BrooksidePrice: Moderate• Italian• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7
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Scott
Kansas City / Kansas •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
One of our favorite go to fun spot in KC. Scott and his staff never disappoint. This holiday pop up is festive with cocktails and food offerings to match. Our favorites this visit are the Latitude 66°30' cocktail and the Winter Fruit Bread Pudding. Don’t miss spending some of you Holiday Celebrations here!
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Conductor ClubPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• E. Kansas City
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77 restaurants available nearby

1. The Melting Pot - Kansas City

2. Conductor Club

3. Plate Italiano Moderno - Brookside

4. Prime Social - Kansas City

5. Gram & Dun

6. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

7. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

8. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MO

9. American Slang Modern Brasserie

10. Eddie V's - Kansas City

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