Guidebook for Kansas City
Food Scene
Besides KC Joe's, Jack Stack and Woodyard which is only 5 blocks away, this is our absolute favorite BBQ joint in town. Ribs and burnt ends with their potato casserole is the way to go, but their jalapeno cheddar sausage and smoked turkey are also out of this world!
41 locals recommend
Slap's BBQ
553 Central AveBesides KC Joe's, Jack Stack and Woodyard which is only 5 blocks away, this is our absolute favorite BBQ joint in town. Ribs and burnt ends with their potato casserole is the way to go, but their jalapeno cheddar sausage and smoked turkey are also out of this world!
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
3002 W 47th AveJust do it!
Go Chicken Go
5101 Troost Avebetter than Stroud's world famous chicken and a short drive!
Grinders began serving New York Style Pizza & Philly Cheesesteaks to starving artist in the now fashionable Crossroads Arts District, KCMO, in 2004
59 locals recommend
Grinders Pizza
417 E 18th StGrinders began serving New York Style Pizza & Philly Cheesesteaks to starving artist in the now fashionable Crossroads Arts District, KCMO, in 2004
McCoy's Public House
Great beer and food. Open air patio.
blue bird bistro
1700 Summit StBRUNCH!
The Farmhouse
300 Delaware StBrunch!!!!
Amazing butcher shop to snag some local bacon or burgers. Also serves great burgers and sandwiches during the day.
15 locals recommend
Local Pig
20 East 5th StreetAmazing butcher shop to snag some local bacon or burgers. Also serves great burgers and sandwiches during the day.
Grünauer
101 W 22nd StBest German food in the city
Le Fou Frog
400 E 5th StBest French cuisine in town
Garozzo's
526 Harrison StOur favorite Italian spot
Amigos Grill & Cantina
2737 South 47th StreetGood TexMex less then 5 minutes from our house
The Roasterie Cafe
1204 W 27th StTake a tour!
Jack Stack Barbecue
4747 Wyandotte StA must!
Unique, reasonably priced grilled wraps and bowls. Great for lunch or dinner.
9 locals recommend
Longboards Wraps and Bowls
5415 Johnson DrUnique, reasonably priced grilled wraps and bowls. Great for lunch or dinner.
LaMar's Donuts and Coffee
3395 Main StFluffy, light, delicious!
Drinks & Nightlife
The Riot Room
4048 Broadway BlvdDiverse mix from metal to rap. Tons of craft beers on tap.
Great food, drinks and atmosphere. TV's EVERYWHERE and a nice open air upper deck.
10 locals recommend
Maloney's Sports Bar & Grill
7201 W 79th StGreat food, drinks and atmosphere. TV's EVERYWHERE and a nice open air upper deck.
Green Lady Lounge
1809 Grand BlvdPersonal favorite late night Jazz spot
Excellent food! Love the garlic Parmesan chicken wings!
26 locals recommend
The Granfalloon Restaurant And Bar
608 Ward PkwyExcellent food! Love the garlic Parmesan chicken wings!
Boulevard Brewing Company
2501 Southwest Blvd Take a tour, stay for a beer and snacks.
Stockyards Brewing Company
1600 Genessee StKansas City Bier Company
310 W 79th St Great beer and food.
Downtown Kansas City Power & Light District - $850 million entertainment district - the largest new development project in the Midwest - has reenergized downtown, creating an entertainment, retail and dining hot spot for visitors and conventioneers. It transforms itself from a unique lunch and retail destination by day to an exciting dining and entertainment experience in the evening. With more than 50 unique and captivating restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues, the Kansas City Power & Light District offers something for everyone. Walk through the eight blocks of the Power & Light District, and you will discover a variety
397 locals recommend
Power and Light District
Downtown Kansas City Power & Light District - $850 million entertainment district - the largest new development project in the Midwest - has reenergized downtown, creating an entertainment, retail and dining hot spot for visitors and conventioneers. It transforms itself from a unique lunch and retail destination by day to an exciting dining and entertainment experience in the evening. With more than 50 unique and captivating restaurants, bars, shops and entertainment venues, the Kansas City Power & Light District offers something for everyone. Walk through the eight blocks of the Power & Light District, and you will discover a variety
Essentials
Good all around grocery store with prepared foods. Also has a coffee shop and gas station
12 locals recommend
Hy-Vee
6655 Martway StGood all around grocery store with prepared foods. Also has a coffee shop and gas station
Just because you're on vacation doesn't mean you can't stay healthy.
7 locals recommend
Planet Fitness
8720 E 63rd StJust because you're on vacation doesn't mean you can't stay healthy.
Natural Grocers
6819 Johnson DrOrganic Produce
Good for milk or some quick snacks. Wouldn't recommend doing your grocery shopping here
8 locals recommend
Sun Fresh
2803 S 47th StGood for milk or some quick snacks. Wouldn't recommend doing your grocery shopping here
Sightseeing
Crown Center
2450 Grand Blvd Sea Life, Lego Land, Water Fountain display, shops, restaurants
15 blocks. 100 shops. 30 restaurants. Beautiful fountains and statues...
505 locals recommend
Country Club Plaza
4706 Broadway Blvd15 blocks. 100 shops. 30 restaurants. Beautiful fountains and statues...
"Union Station in Kansas City features exhibits, movies, restaurants, and a science center in a historic train station."
290 locals recommend
Union Station Kansas City
30 W Pershing Rd"Union Station in Kansas City features exhibits, movies, restaurants, and a science center in a historic train station."
Parks & Nature
Kansas City Zoo
6800 Zoo DrSouth Lake Park
7601 W 86th StCharming little shaded lake with great playgrounds and basketball courts.
Shawnee Mission Park
Shawnee Mission ParkGreat hiking, bicycle trails and kayaking or paddle boating on the lake
Kansas City's beautiful Botanical Gardens
47 locals recommend
Powell Gardens, Kansas City's Botanical Garden
1609 NW US Hwy 50Kansas City's beautiful Botanical Gardens
Shopping
Oak Park Mall
11149 W 95th StLegends Outlets Kansas City
1843 Village West Pkwy15 blocks. 100 shops. 30 restaurants. Beautiful fountains and statues...
505 locals recommend
Country Club Plaza
4706 Broadway Blvd15 blocks. 100 shops. 30 restaurants. Beautiful fountains and statues...
Entertainment & Activities
Kansas City Convention Center
301 W 13th StCinemark XD
5500 Antioch DrAffordable tickets and close.
Science City
30 W Pershing Rd Kids love it! 2+ hours of fun.
Wonderscope Children's Museum of Kansas City
433 East Red Bridge RoadKids love it!