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A photo of The Capital Grille - Kansas City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4681)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 117 times today
Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.
A photo of Eddie V's - Kansas City restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3347)
Price: Very Expensive
• Seafood • Kansas City
Booked 113 times today
Eddie V's in Kansas City is a hot spot because of its high-quality food and service. Reviews rave about the 'delicious' and 'outstanding' seafood and steaks, as well as the 'excellent' service. The ambience is also praised, with its 'beautiful' and 'romantic' setting, and the live music is a hit. Eddie V's is described as a 'go-to destination' and a 'great place' for special occasions, and its 'first-class' drinks and 'impeccable' service round off the experience.
A photo of Gram & Dun restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4658)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 70 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.
A photo of Seasons 52 - Kansas City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(5084)
Price: Expensive
• American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 86 times today
Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.
A photo of Stock Hill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3475)
Price: Very Expensive
• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 61 times today
💎 𝟒 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 Winning Restaurant by AAA 2017-2023🥇 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐞𝐚𝐤𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐬 in America by Thrillist 2017-2020Stock Hill checks all the boxes — but also thinks outside of them. As part of Kansas City’s chef-driven food scene, Stock Hill embraces𝘧𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘮𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘵𝘺. Serving creative interpretations of nostalgic steakhouse staples, our culinary team, led by Chef Jacob Hilbert, uses the 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩-𝙘𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙗𝙚𝙧 𝙘𝙪𝙩𝙨 𝙤𝙛 𝙢𝙚𝙖𝙩 with impeccable flavor, sourced from the Midwest’s finest ranches. 𝐁𝐔𝐓 𝐒𝐓𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐒 𝐉𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐑𝐓.From artisanal sides to handcrafted cocktails, every aspect of our menu is 𝙙𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙜𝙣𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙩𝙚 𝙖𝙣 𝙪𝙣𝙛𝙤𝙧𝙜𝙚𝙩𝙩𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚, uniquely-Stock Hill experience. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion, treating a client to dinner, or simply enjoying a night out with friends, we're here to make it a meal to remember.
A photo of Lidia's Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(7934)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 80 times today
Lidia's features authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Every item at the restaurant is house-made entirely from scratch with the best ingredients available. Breads and desserts are baked in-house daily and each salad and entree is prepared fresh. Every day Lidia's offers a sampling of seasonal, daily-made pastas. We also feature many seafood, chicken, pork, and beef options. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs including gluten-free items. Lidia's is located in the historic Freighthouse-- a beautiful 19th century building. The stunning decor includes three hand-blown chandeliers, a three-story slate fireplace, and cozy, New York style seating.Please note: Separate billing for parties of 6 or more is not allowed. Maximum of 3 cards per transaction.
A photo of JJ's Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1810)
Price: Expensive
• American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 27 times today
Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzé. In 1985, Jimmy purchased JJ Malane's from his former business partner and the saloon's namesake. Malane's went away, but JJ's remained, and a West Plaza fine dining icon was born. Jimmy invested his enthusiasm and passion for exceptional contemporary American food, steaks and wine to build one of the finest restaurants in Kansas City just a block west of the Country Club Plaza. He helped create an environment that attracted and kept one of the most professional staffs in the region. He inspires so much loyalty that when the new JJ's reopened 18 months after a 2013 fateful fire, almost all of his staff re-joined him.
A photo of Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(313)
Price: Moderate
• Sushi • Kansas City
Booked 93 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!
A photo of Piropos Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2062)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Kansas City
Booked 77 times today
For reservations please visit us at www.piroposkc.com or call 816-741-3600The taste of Argentina is very American Midwestern. The foods of its capital city, Buenos Aires, are steaks, grilled meats, seafood, fresh salads and vegetables. Argentineans enjoy dining in a generally relaxed atmosphere where conversation and gracious dining go hand-in-hand. Piropos Restaurant, on the hill in Briarcliff Village, offers a unique view, warm atmosphere and fresh foods prepared in the Argentinean style. ***PLEASE NOTE: WHEN MAKING RESERVATIONS PIROPOS CANNOT RESERVE WINDOW TABLES. THEY MAY BE REQUESTED UPON ARRIVAL, BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED. Thank you.

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  • Alex
    Kansas City / Kansas •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Eddie V's continues to have excellent food across the board, but it is very pricey (expect ~$100 a person before tax and tip for dinner and drinks). However, the staff, ambiance, food and drinks are all top-notch. Great wine menu but no beers on tap if that's your thing. Our waiter recommended the seabass with a side of the crab fried rice and it was outstanding. Also would highly recommend the lemon tart.
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    Eddie V's - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Kansas City
    4.8
  • David
    Kansas City / Kansas •9 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    We love this restaurant. First it is beautiful but not trendy. Second the execution of the food is superb. We love the fact you can find traditional menu items still (today was Steak Dianne) and even though steak is featured there is always a variety of seafood, duck and lamb. Service was excellent also. They use first rate ingredients and sauces and salad dressings are house made and exceptional.
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    Stock HillPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
    4.8
  • Julie
    Kansas City / Kansas •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    My husband and I had a wonderful dining experience on Christmas Eve, 2024… Even with the busyness of a holiday night the service/food was quality.. Seasons 52 never seems to disappoint, our steaks and sea scallops were cooked to perfection  They have a nice wine selection, we had the Crianza 2019 Rioja which paired amazing with our food choices… and don’t forget about their shot glass desserts, perfect small bites after a large meal… I had the pecan pie and my husband had the chocolate on chocolate cake .. Thank you seasons 52 for a wonderful date night holiday experience with my husband.
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    Seasons 52 - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside
    4.7
  • MarkVIP
    Kansas City / Kansas •51 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Wonderful night on the plaza, it was Christmas Eve, the afternoon crowd was perfectly controlled.
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    The Capital Grille - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
    4.7
  • Kelly
    Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Always such a good time. Great atmosphere, great food and great drinks. My husband recently found out he’s gluten intolerant and they have a lot of gluten free options noted on the menu. Our server was great at answering any questions we had. The “D” Cup cocktail was yummy and definitely would get again. We tried the steak tartare and a couple rolls to start and all were fantastic. Too many good entrees to list that we like but you can’t go wrong with any. This is a restaurant we will continue to visit every year over Christmas when in town!
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    Gram & DunPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
    4.7

Discover best hot spot restaurants in Kansas City

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Kansas City, where the keyword "hot spot" brings up a selection of top-notch restaurants across Kansas City, MO, and Kansas City, KS. These establishments are celebrated for their exceptional food quality, outstanding service, and inviting ambiance, making each a must-visit destination. Whether you're in the mood for creatively crafted cocktails, fresh seafood, or a romantic steak dinner with live music, the hot spots in Kansas City cater to a variety of dining preferences and occasions. Each restaurant prides itself on providing a memorable dining experience with a focus on high-quality ingredients and impeccable presentation. The dining scene in Kansas City is dynamic and diverse, offering culinary delights that are sure to satisfy any palate. Explore these hot spots for a taste of local flavors and sophisticated dining in the heart of America.

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