Barbecue

The Kansas City Chiefs and legendary, low-and-slow barbecue—it’s a timeless combination. With more than 100 joints all across the area, your options are virtually endless. Get started with a few iconic institutions and recent additions that have garnered high praise.

• Gates Bar-B-Q: A Kansas City original known for its trademark greeting, “Hi, may I help you?”
• Joe’s Kansas City Bar-B-Que: Nationally celebrated—and rightfully so. Gas station ‘cue never tasted so good.
• B.B.’s Lawnside Bar-B-Q: Featured in countless TV shows,B.B.’stouts friendly faces and a smoker more than 60 years old.
• Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue: An expansive menu of and celebrated desserts awaits at Jack’s Stacks several locations in the area.
• Q39: Wood-fire grilling adds another layer of flavor to already-appetizing bites at one of the hottest spots in the metro.
• Slap’s BBQ: Serving new takes on classic barbecue plates and sandwiches daily in KCK, plus a menu of premium side dishes like fried cheese curds and jalapeño bottle caps.

Explore a full list of options at VisitKC.com/BBQ.

Burgers

Settle in for a satisfying Sunday dinner with KC’s impressive and inventive roster of burger menus. Whether you prefer yours simple and straightforward or stacked with top-tier extras, Kansas City’s array of options fit the bill for every preference.

• Ravenous: A fast-casual concept located inside Parlor serving James Beard finalist Michael Corvino’s famously rich burgers.
• Town Topic: A KC original in every sense, with a walk-up window ready to serve you 24/7.
• Pigwich: A wide variety of toppings, patties and spreads keeps your taste buds guessing at Pigwich inThe City Market.
• Westport Flea Market: Long-renowned Westport Flea Market churns out massive, no-frills burgers that always satisfy.
• Pirate’s Bone Burgers: From its location in the heart of the Crossroads, Pirate’s Bone serves up some of the best plant-based burgers in the metro.

Fried Chicken & Wings

Crisp and loaded with flavor, it’s impossible to go wrong with Kansas City’s choices for chicken. Wing, sandwich or tender—these restaurants boast standout choices in every style.

• Rye: James Beard Award-nominated dining meets down-home fried chicken (and other Midwestern staples) at the restaurant’s two metro locations.
• Motherclucker: Operating out of Parlor in theCrossroads Arts District, Motherclucker represents KC’s savory take on Nashville hot chicken.
• Brookside Poultry Company: Stop by the inviting Brooksidecafé for its decadent sour cream-marinated chicken.
• BLVD Tavern: Order the Korean fried chicken wings for a unique, extra-crispy take on the dish.
• Stroud’s: A pan-fried chicken spot that’s been serving folks since before WWII.

Pizza

Delight the entire family with a selection of slices and styles available at the pizza shops across Kansas City. No matter what you’re looking for, these pie purveyors are ready to make it warm and fresh.

• Minsky’s: A traditional pizza parlor with more than 15 locations in the metro.
• Waldo Pizza: Touts friendly neighborhood vibes and great-tasting pies.
• Spin! Neapolitan Pizza: Kid-friendly Spin! has a little something for everyone, including thin-crust pizza, gelato and local brews on tap.
• Il Lazzarone: Your River Market pizza destination with idyllic views and Neapolitan flavors.
• Buffalo State Pizza: Locations in Downtown Kansas City and Downtown Overland Park serve an endless selection of toppings on some of the biggest slices in town.
• Observation Pizza: This newcomer operating in the Crossroads Arts District has already earned itself a reputation for some of the freshest, most flavorful dough in town.

Other Essentials

• Fox and Pearl: Choose from the Sunday brunch menu or Chef Vaughn Good’s new barbecue pop-up operating in the same location.
• BŌRU Asian Eatery: Japanese, Chinese and Korean influences shape the offerings at this hip ramen bar and noodle shop in Waldo. 
• Summit Grill: Three locations and an extensive menu of dishes designed for winter comfort make Summit Grill the perfect solution.
• Mission Taco: Grab a selection of street tacos topped with fresh herbs and fruity salsas in the Crossroads or on the South Plaza.