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A photo of Stock Hill restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3439)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Steakhouse โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 67 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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4.7
Exceptional(7898)
Price: Expensive
โ€ข Italian โ€ข 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 Brown & Loe restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1712)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข American โ€ข Downtown / River Market
Booked 28 times today
Set in Kansas Cityโ€™s historic City Market, Brown and Loe Restaurantโ€™s inviting atmosphere is a blend of โ€œbig cityโ€ bistro with the welcoming casual flavor of a neighborhood favorite. Housed in a former Merchantโ€™s Bank constructed in 1920, the restaurant honors the architectural details of the two-story building which features a faรงade of plate glass and verde marble floors and walls. In the 1940โ€™s, Brown and Loe was originally a produce broker with offices on the second floor of the Merchantโ€™s Bank building. The new Brown and Loe Restaurant celebrates the techniques of curing, pickling and smoking meats, beautifully interpreted into marvelous American comfort cuisine. This is a true local venue, evidenced by the restaurantโ€™s allegiance to the resident farmers and food artisans who supply most of the restaurantโ€™s fresh ingredients. Brown and Loe Restaurant is the second dining concept introduced by Harry Murphy, owner of the City Marketโ€™s popular Harryโ€™s Country Club.
A photo of The Capital Grille - Kansas City restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4647)
Price: Very Expensive
โ€ข Steakhouse โ€ข 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 Gram & Dun restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4644)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Contemporary American โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 86 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.
A photo of McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas City restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(7436)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Seafood โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 78 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood in Kansas City is a hot spot due to its excellent food and service. With an ambiance that's described as 'exclusive' and 'upscale yet inviting', it's a favorite among locals. Reviewers consistently praise the fresh, hot food and excellent service. It's also a great spot for special occasions. The restaurant's commitment to local freshness is apparent in its dishes, making it a top choice for seafood lovers.
A photo of Blue Sushi Sake Grill - Westwood restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(303)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Sushi โ€ข Kansas City
Booked 22 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!
A photo of JJ's Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1788)
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.
A photo of Kona Grill - Kansas City restaurant
3.5
Very Good(2347)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Contemporary American โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 22 times today
Welcome to Kona Grill in Country Club Plaza, Kansas Cityโ€™s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district. occasion really. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - Kansas City restaurant
4.2
Awesome(2896)
Price: Moderate
โ€ข Brazilian โ€ข Plaza / Brookside
Booked 73 times today
Fogo de Chaฬƒo is an internationally-renowned steakhouse from Brazil that allows guests to discover what's next at every turn. Founded in Southern Brazil in 1979, Fogo elevates the centuries-old culinary art of churrasco - roasting high-quality cuts of meat over an open flame - into a cultural dining experience of discovery. Please join us in our dining room, in our more casual Bar Fogo, or bring the Fogo Experience to you with Fogo To-Go or Catering. Visit our website to make a reservation or place an order.

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  • Patricia
    Kansas City / Kansas โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    As always, our dinner at Lidiaโ€™s KC was excellent; we started with drinks and I had an amaretto bourbon sour, which was delicious and lasted through dinner. We started off with Insalata Mista, the โ€œhouse salad โ€œ, which is always fresh. I couldnโ€™t decide between the Chicken Limone or the Eggplant Parmigiana, so our waitress suggested half of each! They were both wonderful, and as I had never ordered the eggplant before, expect to again; it was crispy, with a nice sauce and tasty cheese (Fontina?). My husband had the Heritage Pork Porterhouse, which he really enjoyed; I had a bite, and while Iโ€™m not a huge pork fan, it tasted pretty good. As Thanksgiving was two days ago and we had three types of pie at home, we didnโ€™t order dessert this time, but the selections looked tasty. I have had the apple blueberry strudel before, and the tiramisu is always heavenly. Iโ€™m a Lidia B. fan girl, and plan to revisit my go-to for Italian, which I have done for over twenty years!
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    Lidia's RestaurantPrice: Expensiveโ€ข Italianโ€ข Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
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    4.7
  • Dr J. Michael
    Kansas City / Kansas โ€ข72 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    As Capital Grille is a holiday tradition, this year was no exception. The wine selection, paired with the Gorgonzola Steak was a highlight of the meal. Non rush atmosphere with top notch service from the moment of arrival. Definitely a Plaza destination year round but especially during the holiday season.
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    The Capital Grille - Kansas CityPrice: Very Expensiveโ€ข Steakhouseโ€ข Plaza / Brookside
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    4.7
  • Ashleigh
    St. Louis โ€ข1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    We had a wonderful family dinner at Gram & Dun. Ambience, food and service from Andrea were amazing. Thanks for a special start to the holiday season!
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    Gram & DunPrice: Moderateโ€ข Contemporary Americanโ€ข Plaza / Brookside
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    4.7
  • Michael
    Los Angeles โ€ข2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Stock Hill provided my son and me with a Thanksgiving dinner that was as close as possible to a home-cooked meal, but with a high-end twist. The service we received was exceptional, and the ambiance was both comforting and opulent.
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    Stock HillPrice: Very Expensiveโ€ข Steakhouseโ€ข Plaza / Brookside
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    4.8
  • Sergiovip
    Charlotte โ€ข21 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    Went for a Family late dinner. Staff and food were great. Will go back for sure
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    Brown & LoePrice: Moderateโ€ข Americanโ€ข Downtown / River Market
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    4.6

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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