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A photo of Cafe Provence restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(4637)
Price: Expensive
• French American • Prairie Village
Booked 49 times today
Café Provence serves seasonal, locally inspired French food in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Family owned and operated for more than 20 years, Café Provence has been honored as one of the Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S., Top 10 French Restaurants in the U.S., Top 25 Service in the U.S., and Best Restaurant in Kansas City.Café Provence has been honored by Zagat as the best restaurant in Kansas City. It joins the top 46 restaurants in the United States given this honor in their respective cities, such as Joel Robuchon, Las Vegas, Le Bernadin, NYC, Gary Danko, San Francisco and more.Visit us on www.cafeprovencekc.com À bientôt!
A photo of Buca di Beppo - Kansas City restaurant
4.1
Excellent(1710)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Kansas City
Booked 19 times today
If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Kansas City, MO then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. In the heart of the Plaza Shopping District is Kansas City, MO's favorite Italian restaurant. Known for our family style portions, you'll know that no matter the size of your appetite, you won't be going home hungry! We want all of our guests to feel like family, so we feed them like family! Even though we serve hundreds of delicious Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas every day for lunch and dinner, everyone in Kansas City keeps coming back for more. Our semi-private dining rooms are perfect for celebrations and we offer amazing catering options for every occasion. Come in to Buca for a meal today and see why we're the best Italian restaurant in Kansas City. No one knows authentic Italian food better than us! Make your dining and catering reservations today!
A photo of JJ's Restaurant restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1851)
Price: Expensive
• American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 7 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.
A photo of Heritage by Bo Lings restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(14)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • E. Kansas City
Booked 9 times today
Dining at Bo Lings is a culinary experience. Dishes are authentic, fresh, and innovative. You will find favorites from all over China as well as original chef-driven specials you have never tried before. We always use the freshest ingredients we can find and make all dishes to order. Our tag line, “Chinese, Please,” covers the continent and you are invited to taste our world.
A photo of Fogo de Chao - Kansas City restaurant
4.0
Excellent(2948)
Price: Moderate
• Brazilian • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 51 times today
Fogo de Chão 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.
A photo of Brix Modern Mexican Cuisine - Westport restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(131)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Kansas City
Booked 6 times today
Brix offers a variety of modern mexican flavors, bright, Balance And Exclusive Savory Bites. Insta-perfect Cocktails Made With Fresh Ingredients, Exploring The Flavors Of Agave Such As Tequila And Mezcal. Blending Them With Classic Liquors, Home Made Syrups. Balance And Unique Tecniques. Kansas City First Of Its Kind, Coming From A Local Family Cooking Locally Sourced Produce And Meats Infusing Latino Flavors All Al Fresco. Home to the first Mexican Speakeasy in Westport; Clandestino. Speakeasy is first come first serve basis no reservations for now.
A photo of American Slang Modern Brasserie restaurant
Price: Moderate
• French • Kansas City
American Slang Modern Brasserie is a totally unexpected fun, vibrant, modern and approachable 200-seat restaurant and 35-seat bar that has been surprising and delighting savvy diners as well as discerning Kansas City ‘foodies’ since summer, 2017. Dramatically designed dining and bar spaces are ‘fresh’ by day and ‘minimalist’ by night, this is where ‘local’ collides with ‘European’ in a compelling and engaging way. Plus, there are flexible private dining areas available for special occasions and events from 20 – 100. Seasonal outdoor seating offers some of the best Country Club Plaza views around.
A photo of Mesob Restaurant & Rum Bar  - 3601 Broadway Blvd restaurant
4.4
Awesome(205)
Price: Moderate
• International • E. Kansas City
Booked 4 times today
LOCALLY OWNED, INTERNATIONALLY INSPIREDOwner Cherven and Mehret are dedicated to bringing authentic international flavors to Kansas City. Focusing on high-quality ingredients and homemade quality, Mesob is a unique and flavorful experience.Head Chef and Owner:Mesob Restaurant and Rhum Bar specialize in fine sipping rum with over 300 bottles. We are Kansas City's only Premium Rhum bar with a selection all around the world. Cherven DesaugusteFrom home kitchens in Haiti to hotel fine dining, Head Chef Cherven Desauguste develops dishes that delight your senses.Mehret TesfamariamEretria-born Mehret Tesfamariam brings warmth, quality, and comfort to Mesob's Ethiopian dishes.
A photo of Thai House - Kansas City restaurant
4.4
Awesome(44)
Price: Moderate
• Thai • Plaza / Brookside
Thai House is a local favorite in Kansas City, MO. We offer daily specials and rotating seasonal dishes, so you always have variety amongst our delicious choices. At Thai House we serve only the most authentic and delicious dishes. We offer unique curries, specialties like our wonderful Gaprow, and a selection of wonderful seafood dishes. Our crab rangoon is famous because it’s the best for miles! We aim to please you and always go above and beyond with customer service. Thai House is a proud member of Thai Select, which is a program launched by the Royal Thai Government and certifies Thai restaurants for authenticity and outstanding service.Order Online at www.thaihousekc.comor (816) 943-1388
A photo of Fannie's West African Cuisine restaurant
5.0
Exceptional(0)
Price: Moderate
• West African • Kansas City
Welcome to Fannie's West African Cuisine, where every visitor gets to savor the authentic tastes of West Africa in every meal. Throughout our journey, we have nurtured a positive workplace atmosphere fueled by our passion for food and belief.

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  • Sally
    Kansas City •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Our waitress was so delightful! We sat outside, she had to chase us down because I forgot my credit card and she was so nice.
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    Cafe ProvencePrice: Expensive• French American• Prairie Village
    4.9
  • Jennie
    Kansas City •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great night of delicious from the oil & balsamic vinegar to the antipasti salad to each superb family style entree! Thanks for attentive service by Danny and all the back of the house folks, too!
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    Buca di Beppo - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• Italian• Kansas City
    4.1
  • HardtoPlease
    St. Louis •16 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Our first visit to J J’s as we live in St. Louis. Attractive interior, welcoming atmosphere, terrific food, 5-star service from Dana, helpful staff, noteworthy menu and wine list. Our best ever dining experience in Kansas City!
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    JJ's RestaurantPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside
    4.6
  • Paul
    Indiana •4 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on 2 Mar 2025
    My experience this time was much better than my previous visit. Drink service at the table was still very slow and even had to ask the server again if they had forgotten a drink order. It's a shame as the drinks were top notch and I really enjoy them as they are so good. The food was good and when it came time for desert, our server had disappeared. We eventually did find another server to order our desert order and then proceeded to wait what I would say was an extended period. When our order did arrive, the deserts were also exquisite. The Creme' Brule' is wonderful and I highly recommend.
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    Fogo de Chao - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• Brazilian• Plaza / Brookside
    4
  • Tim
    Kansas City •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Feb 2025
    Great atmosphere. All the staff were friendly and attentive. Goes without saying the food was awesome. Could not have been better. Will be back for sure.
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    Heritage by Bo LingsPrice: Moderate• Asian• E. Kansas City
    4.6
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