Best Comfort Food Restaurants in Kansas City

9 restaurants available nearby

1. Union on the Hill

4.8

Exceptional(54)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Kansas City

Union on the Hill is a modern American restaurant with a flare, located in the heart of Union Hill at the crossroads of McGee & Gillham at 2976 Gillham Rd 64108. Union on the Hill is a neighborhood spot with a polished feel. It's a place to meet with friends, gather with family, or to celebrate a special occasion. Chef George creates dishes that leave you craving more. Among the most popular are the Filet Meatloaf, Lobster Roll, and the Sea Scallops. Union on the Hill offers lunch, brunch and dinner.

2. Brown & Loe

4.6

Exceptional(1709)

Price: Moderate

• American • Downtown / River Market

Booked 24 times today

Set in Kansas City’s historic City Market, Brown and Loe Restaurant’s inviting atmosphere is a blend of “big city” bistro with the welcoming casual flavor of a neighborhood favorite. Housed in a former Merchant’s Bank constructed in 1920, the restaurant honors the architectural details of the two-story building which features a façade of plate glass and verde marble floors and walls. In the 1940’s, Brown and Loe was originally a produce broker with offices on the second floor of the Merchant’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 restaurant’s allegiance to the resident farmers and food artisans who supply most of the restaurant’s fresh ingredients. Brown and Loe Restaurant is the second dining concept introduced by Harry Murphy, owner of the City Market’s popular Harry’s Country Club.

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3. The Westside Local

4.8

Exceptional(1833)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kansas City

The Westside Local offers seasonal comfort food with class, sourced as locally as possible. Enjoy it all with extensive beer and wine lists in our historic wood-beam and brick dining room, grapevine covered beer garden, or dashing little bar. Or just order some Carry out for that quiet evening at home.

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4. Blvd Tavern - Kansas City

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4.4

Awesome(467)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kansas City

Blvd Tavern is a modern American Tavern focused on delivering warm hospitality, delicious food and great drinks in a comfortable neighborhood setting in the heart of the Kansas City Crossroads Art District. Our menu changes frequently and focuses on seasonal ingredients. We prepare everything on our menu from scratch, from the buttermilk biscuits at brunch to the hand cut fries on our daily grind burger. We offer dinner five nights a week, lunch Wed-Fri and Brunch on Sat and Sun mornings.Our dining room is a mix of brick and reclaimed wood (we even have wood from a barn the owner's great-grandfather built on the family farm in 1902). Our quaint patio is one of Kansas City's best kept secrets.

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5. Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(159)

Price: Expensive

• American • Prairie Village

Booked 13 times today

Enjoy a night of fine wine, mixologist made cocktails and elevated comfort food at a locally owned casual fine dining restaurant in the Shops of Prairie Village. From humble beginnings as a small catering company we have transformed into a one-of-a-kind small boutique restaurant that provides a private and intimate dining experience focused on the food at the table and personal interactions with our team. Come experience the culinary expertise of Chef Taylor Hindman alongside 2024 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine program featuring more than 165 unique wine selections curated by our owner Tyler Morrison. Scratch is a small gem of a restaurant that provides a surprise and delight as we continue to grow. Since our opening in 2021, Scratch has been awarded Best New Restaurant in Johnson County in 2022 by The Shawnee Mission Post, 2023 Best Caterer in Johnson County, Finalist for Best New Restaurant by KC Magazine, and 2023 Yelp's "People Love Us".

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6. BRGR Kitchen + Bar - Power & Light

4.4

Awesome(3)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • KC Power & Light District

BRGR Kitchen & Bar - Power & Light brings a fresh adaption of the most classic restaurant concept around to the Kansas City area. The burger was born and bred in America as a convenient way to eat on the go, but it’s grown up a bit, and has become our country’s favorite food. BRGR (the founders’ initials) is taking a bold step forward with this concept. The classic American foodie will enjoy a value-oriented culinary experience designed with an atmosphere and attitude that doesn't forget you’re a sophisticated eater. Hand-selected beers and wines as well as craft cocktails round out your experience and complement your meal. When you visit BRGR, you can expect great food, fresh ingredients, focused service, and a little reverence for classic American cuisine.

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7. One East Urban Bar and Kitchen

3.7

Very Good(22)

Price: Moderate

• American • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Enjoy contemporary American cuisine One East Urban Bar + Kitchen features the finest locally crafted beers and spirits, paired with Modern American fare in a vibrant, communal atmosphere.

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8. Houlihan's - Overland Park

4.3

Awesome(701)

Price: Moderate

• American • Overland Park

Booked 31 times today

Since 1972, we’ve believed in quality ingredients, cooking from scratch and having fun. From our famous ‘Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast to our unique burger blend and ahi tuna, we believe in celebrating the small things and that every moment deserves a toast in its honor. So grab a drink (perhaps our signature Long Island Iced Tea), enjoy some great conversation and let us serve you an excellent meal.

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9. BRGR Kitchen + Bar - Prairie Village

4.9

Exceptional(2)

Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Prairie Village

BRGR KITCHEN + BAR brings you a fresh adaptation of the most classic restaurant concept around. The hamburger was born and bred in America as a convenient way to eat on the go, but it’s grown up a bit, and has become our country’s favorite food. Imagine those original burgers from classic burger joints, recreated using 21st century methods, and you have BRGR’s modern burger. BRGR (the owners’ initials) is bringing “the modern burger joint” into the neighborhood. Considering the current economy and the popularity of the burger, the owners, Gaylin and Roberts, decided to bring you a value-oriented culinary experience for the grown-up burger lover. At BRGR Kitchen + Bar expect to get great food made with fresh ingredients, focused service, and a little reverence for the classic American burger.

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Merryvip
Kansas City •13 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great food, I always enjoy a visit to Westside Local.
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The Westside LocalPrice: Moderate• American• Kansas City
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4.8
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Milisa
Kansas City •35 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Meg and Matt were friendly and accommodating-TJ was a great server. The food was delicious. I was a little disappointed in the bruschetta because it was not the same as it had been in past but the rest of the food was FABULOUS! We look forward to going back again.
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Scratch Gourmet KitchenPrice: Expensive• American• Prairie Village
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4.8
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Elodie
Kansas City •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Always great food & service! Loud atmosphere this AM.
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Blvd Tavern - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• American• Kansas City
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4.4
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Athenavip
Kansas City •14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 15 Nov 2024
The restaurant was very accommodating. The hostess checked on the sound level with us, honoring a request in my OpenTable notes. The server was attentive. Our reservation was at 5 o’clock…on the early end. We exited at 6:30, just as a rugby team was coming in. We hope they enjoyed their time as much as we did!😊
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Union on the HillPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Kansas City
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4.8
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Ann
Kansas City •12 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
The food is always well prepared and delivered to the table steaming hot when it is supposed to be steaming hot. The servers are kind, knowledgeable and efficient. The vibe is lively and laid back, but can get a little noisy at peak times since the tables are close together. There is a small back room that can seat a group of perhaps 8-10 and provides nice privacy. The patio has heat lamps and is comfortable through most of 3 seasons. Definitely an urban atmosphere with a sort of old school, vintage feel but with absolutely current food choices.
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Brown & LoePrice: Moderate• American• Downtown / River Market
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4.6

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9 restaurants available nearby

1. Union on the Hill

2. Brown & Loe

3. The Westside Local

4. Blvd Tavern - Kansas City

5. Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

6. BRGR Kitchen + Bar - Power & Light

7. One East Urban Bar and Kitchen

8. Houlihan's - Overland Park

9. BRGR Kitchen + Bar - Prairie Village

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