Best Hot Spot Restaurants in Kansas City

9 restaurants available nearby

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1. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(4676)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 85 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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2. Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(3336)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 80 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.

3. Gram & Dun

4.7

Exceptional(4653)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 44 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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4. Lidia's Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(7923)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 63 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.

5. Stock Hill

4.7

Exceptional(3460)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 71 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.

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6. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(5076)

Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 93 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.

7. JJ's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(1805)

Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 19 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.

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8. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

4.6

Exceptional(312)

Price: Moderate

• Sushi • Kansas City

Booked 62 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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9. Piropos Restaurant

4.8

Exceptional(2055)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Kansas City

Booked 57 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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AnnVIP
Chicago / Illinois •4 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Brooke was the most wonderful server in the bar area. She made excellent recommendations on food, cocktails and wine! Loved the holiday ambiance in the vibrant bar area. The food was amazing as always. Thank you for making our annual holiday adventure in the Plaza one to remember.
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The Capital Grille - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7
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Ashtyn
Southwest Florida •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We always stop here when we are in town! Their drinks are our favorite and the food is also good. I think The Lavendar Brown is my favorite cocktail that I’ve ever had
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Gram & DunPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7
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DukeVIP
Kansas City / Kansas •65 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great special occasion place. Service and food was fantastic
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Eddie V's - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensive• Seafood• Kansas City
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4.8
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Sue
Kansas City / Kansas •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
The food and service were both excellent. We were seated immediately even with the holiday crowd. The octopus potato salad was different and very tasty! Not something you normally see on menus so we had to give it a try. The pasta trio with salad and desert was a great value. The salad was huge and the pasta choices were excellent. My husband had eggplant Parmesan and it was vey good also. Lidia’s does not disappoint and was a perfect choice for a holiday dinner with friends!
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Lidia's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Italian• Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
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4.7
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BrettVIP
Kansas City / Kansas •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Another amazing experience. Jenn was our server again. She was polite, available and overall added to a great experience. The food was amazing and the seafood tower appetizer is the all-time best.
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Stock HillPrice: Very Expensive• Steakhouse• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

2. Eddie V's - Kansas City

3. Gram & Dun

4. Lidia's Restaurant

5. Stock Hill

6. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

7. JJ's Restaurant

8. Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood

9. Piropos Restaurant

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