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1. Stock Hill
4.7
Exceptional(3459)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Steakhouse โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 70 times today
๐Ÿ’Ž ๐Ÿ’ ๐ƒ๐ข๐š๐ฆ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐€๐ฐ๐š๐ซ๐ Winning Restaurant by AAA 2017-2023๐Ÿฅ‡ ๐๐ž๐ฌ๐ญ ๐’๐ญ๐ž๐š๐ค๐ก๐จ๐ฎ๐ฌ๐ž๐ฌ in America by Thrillist 2017-2020Stock Hill checks all the boxes โ€” but also thinks outside of them. As part of Kansas Cityโ€™s chef-driven food scene, Stock Hill embraces๐˜ง๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ฅ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐˜ธ๐˜ช๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฐ๐˜ถ๐˜ต ๐˜ต๐˜ฉ๐˜ฆ ๐˜ง๐˜ฐ๐˜ณ๐˜ฎ๐˜ข๐˜ญ๐˜ช๐˜ต๐˜บ. Serving creative interpretations of nostalgic steakhouse staples, our culinary team, led by Chef Jacob Hilbert, uses the ๐™๐™ž๐™œ๐™๐™š๐™จ๐™ฉ-๐™˜๐™–๐™ก๐™ž๐™—๐™š๐™ง ๐™˜๐™ช๐™ฉ๐™จ ๐™ค๐™› ๐™ข๐™š๐™–๐™ฉ with impeccable flavor, sourced from the Midwestโ€™s finest ranches. ๐๐”๐“ ๐’๐“๐„๐€๐Š ๐ˆ๐’ ๐‰๐”๐’๐“ ๐“๐‡๐„ ๐’๐“๐€๐‘๐“.From artisanal sides to handcrafted cocktails, every aspect of our menu is ๐™™๐™š๐™จ๐™ž๐™œ๐™ฃ๐™š๐™™ ๐™ฉ๐™ค ๐™˜๐™ง๐™š๐™–๐™ฉ๐™š ๐™–๐™ฃ ๐™ช๐™ฃ๐™›๐™ค๐™ง๐™œ๐™š๐™ฉ๐™ฉ๐™–๐™—๐™ก๐™š, 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.
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2. Lidia's Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(7923)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Italian โ€ข Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 46 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.
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3. The Capital Grille - Kansas City
4.7
Exceptional(4676)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Steakhouse โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 92 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.
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4. Gram & Dun
4.7
Exceptional(4653)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Contemporary American โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 51 times today
Gram & Dun brings culinarily-driven fare, while paying special attention to pairing food with libations. It's a place โ€œfor the peopleโ€ 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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5. Eddie V's - Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(3335)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Seafood โ€ข Kansas City
Booked 79 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.
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6. Seasons 52 - Kansas City
4.7
Exceptional(5076)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข American โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 91 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.
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7. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood
4.6
Exceptional(311)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Sushi โ€ข Kansas City
Booked 52 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 โ€” from our sushi, grill and drink menus โ€” are available at an amazing value. We offer Happy Hour every day of the week at Blue Sushi Sake Grill!
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8. JJ's Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1805)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข American โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 26 times today
Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzeฬ. 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.
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9. Piropos Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2054)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Steakhouse โ€ข Kansas City
Booked 41 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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Discover best hot spot restaurants in Downtown / River Market

Discover the vibrant dining scene in Downtown/River Market, Kansas City, where the keyword "hot spot" truly comes to life. This bustling area hosts an eclectic mix of restaurants that cater to every taste and occasion. The establishments here are celebrated for their unique atmosphere and quality dining experiences, ranging from casual eateries to upscale bistros. Patrons can expect to find a diverse array of culinary offerings, from innovative fusion dishes to authentic local and international cuisines. Each restaurant in this sought-after location is committed to providing exceptional service and a memorable dining experience. The dining scene in Downtown/River Market is a testament to Kansas City's rich cultural tapestry and its evolving culinary landscape. Whether you're a local foodie or a visitor looking to indulge in Kansas City's best, this area is a prime destination for top-tier dining adventures.

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