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Kansas City, MO

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Banksia: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
BanksiaSee Banksia Video ($$)
(320 ratings)

105 W 9th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64105
(816) 474-9935
banksiabakehouse.com
  • Beef & Cheesy Potato Pie
    low & slow braised Angus beef & gravy, topped w/ parmesan & provolone potatoes, baked in rounds of sheet dough; "flavor on top of flavor!" -Guy Fieri
  • Pork & Fennel Sausage Roll
    caramelized vegetables, spices & herbs, 1000-layer sourdough pastry, house sausage, rolled & baked; looks good
4.5 out of 5
320 ratings
est. 2013; Australian influenced cafe & bakery; open for breakfast & lunch, serving pastries, sandwiches & salads; named for a native flower of Australia
Blue Koi: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Blue Koi [CLOSED]See Blue Koi Video ($$)
(577 ratings)

1803 W 39th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 561-5003
  • Fire Bird (Chicken) Noodles
    boneless chicken sauteed w/ chili pepper, scallion & bamboo strips; also available w/ duck or tofu
  • Spicy Chili Pepper Wontons
    choice of meat or veggie...Guy got meat (of course) which is a mix of ground chicken, pork & shrimp; pan-fried-steamed & topped w/ pepper-vinegar-soy sauce mixture; looks good
  • Almond Asparagus Shrimp
    shrimp sautéed w/asparagus, garlic, mayonnaise & sun-dried tomato; served over noodles; topped w/ sliced almond
  • Pork Dumpling
    ground pork wrapped in dough & pan fried
4.5 out of 5
577 ratings
[CLOSED]; est. 2001; Asian inspired time-honored dishes w/ a twist run by 2-sisters-and-brother spunky team; taking a modern approach to Chinese comfort food; Other Recipes: Ants On a Tree
Cupini's: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Cupini's ($$)
(467 ratings)

1809 Westport Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-7662
www.cupinis.com
  • Chicken Prosciutto Tortellini
    homemade tortellini stuffed w/ chicken & prosciutto in a marinara & cream sauce; looks good
  • Lasagna
    layers of fresh pasta sheets, lean ground beef, ricotta, Parmesan cheese, marinara & white cream sauce; everything made from scratch; looks good
4.5 out of 5
467 ratings
opened in 2003; father-and-son Italian restaurant...father used to cook for President of Italy & in high-end hotel chains; "very passionate about pasta" (from its website)
Danny Edwards Famous Kansas City BBQ: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Danny Edwards Famous Kansas City BBQSee Danny Edwards Famous Kansas City BBQ Video ($$)
(216 ratings)

2900 Southwest Blvd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 283-0880
dannyedwardsblvdbbq.com
  • The Big "D" Sandwich
    a signature sandwich; brisket w/ onion rings & cheese in sandwich; looks good
  • Whole Smoked Turkey
    for Thanksgiving dinner; need to special order; smoked in hickory for 5 hrs at 265-degrees
4.5 out of 5
216 ratings
since 2007; w/ pink concrete pig mascot out on front; open Mon-Sat, 11-3; Other Recipes: Bread Pudding | Rancher Beans
Happy Gillis Cafe & Hangout: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Happy Gillis Cafe & Hangout ($$)
(562 ratings)

549 Gillis St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 471-3663
www.happygillis.com
  • Marinated Flank Steak Sandwich
    marinaded for 2 days in mixture that includes garlic, red wine & coca-cola; seared, braised & pulled; w/ horseradish cream spread
  • Posole Verde
    Mexican green chili chicken soup; looks good
4.5 out of 5
562 ratings
specialize in breakfast & sandwiches; goal is to provide "an atmosphere that is comfortable and relaxed with fantastic service and an ever changing array of fresh, high quality and seasonal menu selections"
Krokstrom Scandinavian Comfort Food: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Krokstrom Scandinavian Comfort Food [CLOSED]See Krokstrom Scandinavian Comfort Food Video ($$)
(246 ratings)

3601 Broadway Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 599-7531
  • Flying Jacob
    fried Gravlox-style chicken quarter; served on a bed of rice w/ curry & banana chili cream, banana chips, peanuts, & bacon; looks good
  • Wild Mushroom Strudel
    puff pastry filled w/ a mushroom mix of Shiitake, button, cremini, oyster, & Portobello, onion, carrot, celery & fennel cooked down w/ goat cheese; served w/ Aquavit cream & Glogg reduction; "the concentration of flavor is through the roof" –Guy Fieri; looks good
4.5 out of 5
246 ratings
[CLOSED]; chef/owner Katie MacLean dreamt of serving her family's Scandinavian cuisine to the masses since she was 5 years old; serving Scandinavian comfort food
Pigwich: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
PigwichSee Pigwich Video ($$)
(560 ratings)

20 E 5th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 200-1639
www.localpig.com/pigwich
  • Big Pig
    chicken patty topped w/ pulled pork & jalapeño pickles, ranch, pepperjack, 'Nduja all on an onion bun
  • Short-Rib Burger
    red wine braised short rib beef patty; served on a bun w/ tomato jam, aioli, mustard & iceberg lettuce
4.5 out of 5
560 ratings
since 2012; sandwich & butcher shop ("Local Pig"); locally sourced meats & gourmet sandwiches; guest appearance: Chiefs' head coach Andy Reid
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PotpieSee Potpie Video ($$)
(500 ratings)

904 Westport Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 561-2702
www.kcpotpie.com
  • Chicken Pot Pie
    braised chicken, pulled & served in bowl, topped w/ veggie gravy, puff pastry & oven baked; looks good
4.5 out of 5
500 ratings
since 2003; down-home comfort joint
YJ's Snack Bar: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
YJ's Snack Bar [CLOSED] ($)
(144 ratings)

128 W 18th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 472-5533
  • Dirty Rice
    it's a Jambalaya; looks good
  • Mexican-Style Fish
    tilapia w/ sliced banana & veggies & spices cooked in banana leaves
  • Mideast Plate
    prosciutto-wrapped cheese-stuffed dates w/ chorizo, hummus
4.5 out of 5
144 ratings
[CLOSED]; world-traveler making his favorites from his journeys; tiny joint that makes one or two items each day & something different everyday of the week...check website
B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
B.B.'s Lawnside BBQSee B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ Video ($$)
(434 ratings)

1205 E 85th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64131
(816) 822-7427
bbslawnsidebbq.com
  • Barbecue Sundae
    layered baked beans, coleslaw, 12-hr smoked pulled pork & dilled pickle spear w/ BBQ sauce served in pickled glass jar
  • Battered Fries
    long-cut wedge potatoes, dredged, floured & fried
  • Burnt Ends
    beef brisket; looks good
4.0 out of 5
434 ratings
combines two great Kansas City traditions -- Barbecue & Blues (live music); rustic, roadhouse setting; NASCAR driver Clint Bowyer made a guest appearance
Brick: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Brick ($)
(374 ratings)

1727 McGee St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 421-1634
www.thebrickkcmo.com
  • Meatloaf Sandwich
    a top seller; meatloaf, pepper jack cheese, homemade spicy chipotle ketchup on wheatberry bread; looks good
  • Oklahoma Dog
    beer-battered deep fried hot dog wrapped in bacon served with onion and mustard
4.0 out of 5
374 ratings
owned since 1999; bar-like atmosphere; "elevated bar food"; stage for musical performances (bands, karaoke)
Extra Virgin: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Extra VirginSee Extra Virgin Video ($$)
(543 ratings)

1900 Main St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 842-2205
www.extravirginkc.com
  • Braised Pork Jowls
    poached then braised & caramelized pork jowls w/ amatriciana sauce from in-house cured pork pancetta, tomato sauce, onions, garlic & herbs; topped w/ pecorino & chopped parsley
  • Duck Tongue Tacos
    seasoned duck tongue & neck meat cooked in hot sauce, onion, cilantro, garlic & achiote paste then shredded & caramelized w/ scallions & cilantro before filling a deep fried corn tortilla shell; topped w/ pickled onions & queso fresco
4.0 out of 5
543 ratings
est. 2008; this lively spot for inventive Mediterranean tapas puts a unique take on exotic cuisine; also has a full bar & streetside patio; chef/owner Michael Smith won James Beard Award (Best Chef in the Midwest, 1999)
Grinders: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
GrindersSee Grinders Video ($$)
(722 ratings)

417 E 18th St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 472-5454
www.grinderspizza.com
  • Bengal Tiger Pizza
    a crowd favorite; inspired by the flavors of Northwest India; pizza w/ rich green sauce topped w/ tandori chicken, real crab meat, hearts of palm, cheese and cilantro
  • Chicken Paprikash
    cooked by George Detsios (self-proclaimed "Hungarian Delight") who comes once per week (on Monday's?) to cook Hungarian dishes; looks good
  • Famous Chili Bomb Pie (Pizza)
    cheese pizza w/ tots, chili-cheese, and scallions located in the center of the pie; looks good
  • Stretch Philly
    homemade pastrami & sliced rib eye, provolone, grilled onions & banana peppers
4.0 out of 5
722 ratings
est 2004; #101 (101 More Amazing Places to Chowdown); formerly an auto parts store...eclectic atmosphere; owner/cook (and scupter) makes scuptures in back; American eatery known for NY style pizza, Philly cheesesteaks, world-famous Death wings & award-winning BBQ
Kansas City Taco Company: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Kansas City Taco Company ($$)
(429 ratings)

520 Walnut St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64106
(816) 214-5390
www.kctacocompany.com
  • Cowboy Junkie Burrito
    mesquite pork, chorizo & serrano peppers rolled in a flour tortilla, fried; served on spanish rice & topped w/queso blanco, spicy bacon pinto beans, pico de gallo & cilantro; "You know what that's lacking? Nothing!" -Guy Fieri; looks good
  • Korean Pork Tacos
    marinated pork loin & homemade kimchi in grilled tortillas on baja slaw; topped w/ ginger drizzle, cilantro & sesame seeds
4.0 out of 5
429 ratings
founded in 2013; fresh taco bar & catering serving "not so traditional" Tex-Mex cuisine
Succotash: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
SuccotashSee Succotash Video ($$)
(944 ratings)

2601 Holmes St Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64108
(816) 421-2807
www.succotashkcmo.com
  • Pork Hash
    slow-roasted pork w/ potatoes; served w/ 2 sunny-side up eggs, cheddar, black beans, verde & a warm tortilla
  • "The Modern Elvis"
    3 pieces of vegan french toast griddled in homemade vegan butter w/ caramelized bananas, organic almond butter & crumbled homemade vegan "bakon"
  • Pot Roast Sandwich
    w/ swiss, cheddar, caramelized onion, & horseradish mayo on sourdough
4.0 out of 5
944 ratings
opened in 2009; eclectic, funky (fun) comfort joint; specializes in home cooked meals featuring local & organic ingredients, w/ vegan, vegetarian & gluten free options; Other Recipes: Peachy Swedes w/ Ricotta Filling
Swagger Fine Spirits & Food: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Swagger Fine Spirits & Food [CLOSED] ($$)
(114 ratings)

8431 Wornall Rd Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64114
(816) 361-4388
  • "The Dead Texan"
    two Texas toast grilled cheese sandwiches with a 1/3 lb. burger, 1 egg, 2 slices of bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapenos, and peppercorn mayo in between
  • Suribachi Burger
    1/3 lb. burger patty grilled then tempura battered and fried, with Asian mustard, Sriracha Chili sauce, pepper jack cheese, wasabi coleslaw; looks good; #4 in Triple D's "Top 10 Burgers" (voted by viewers)
3.5 out of 5
114 ratings
[CLOSED]Other Recipes: Flying Monkey Chili
Mama's 39th St Diner: View details, maps, videos, recommended foods
Mama's 39th St Diner [CLOSED]See Mama's 39th St Diner Video ($)
(62 ratings)

3906 Waddell Ave Map It!
Kansas City, MO 64111
(816) 753-7251
  • Burger
  • Corned Beef Hash
    "holy hash"; looks good
  • French Toast
    deep fried
3.0 out of 5
62 ratings
[CLOSED]
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Kansas City, MO

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