Fantastic barbecue--best we had while visiting. Will definitely return. The Carolina sandwich was…read moreeveryone's favorite but I doubt there's a bad item on the menu. Getting the Big Red ice cream next time.

I've had gas station sushi, gas station boner pills and gas station BBQ. And if you've had what…read moreI've had you'd stop considering those insults because the BBQ right here is on point. What differentiates them from most BBQ in KC and alot of BBQ nationwide is their really sandwich focused. While they bake their cornbread daily their rolls are not house made, but when the best burgers are served on Martin's potato rolls that shouldn't matter. What matters is the meats. I don't like how they have a Carolina style sandwich. KC BBQ should be good enough to stand on it's own and not need other regions to lean on or prop themselves up. Texas toast, Carolina should be whole hog and chopped. I mainly come for the sandwichs and ribs as I prefer Texas Brisket and Turkey and a sourthern style smoked ham. First off, look for the green colored gas station and the line out the door. It's casual trying to hide it's a little fancier than it should be. Unlike most BBQ their sides aren't anything to rave about, but they are large. I like their dirty rice the most. Their regular hog heaven and a Z Man give you the jist of the sandwiches, large, meaty, smokey, but too sweet for my tastes. I like their rib rinner half slab from the meatier short end. Burnt ends are available most of the time, but not always. Decor has character, service is fast and friendly, very common you'll find entertaining conversation with patrons in line with you. Prices are excellent. Portions are excellent. I like the tenderness of their brisket, but find they don't wrap during the stall with foil and i'm more of a butcher paper and tallow guy myself. Burnt ends are tacky and sweet, too sweet and you lose beef flavor. Their sausages are dense and have snap and chew, held a little too hot and render a bit much in waiting. I know I may be nitpicking, but I used to compete in BBQ and feel that what they are doing in Texas is really pushing the envelope and while I appreciate what the Stehney's are doing here, as it's one of the best in KC, I don't think of Joe's as the destinational place it once was.

hands-down, the best barbecue joint in the city and being in the Kansas City area that's saying a…read morelot It will not break the bank great price for great food And I love the inside it is way cool They do not play those people can definitely cook some barbecue

Love love love it! me and the family had a great time. Everybody enjoyed the decor the ambience…read moreeverything this little place had to offer was great. I brought Family from out of town Branson and they loved it. I can't wait to take more people there to see it.

10/10 experience!! First off, we had the most amazing waiter (Ron)- who was one of the best waiters…read moreI've ever had. He was incredibly kind, accommodating, gave great recommendations, and went above and beyond. You never know what to expect with a chain-like BBQ spot, but this place did NOT disappoint. The appetizers were amazing- we got the potato skins and beef burnt ends. The BBQ it self was delicious.. my husband and I got the prime short rib and brisket burnt ends (in photo), cheesy corn, baked beans (were smoky not too sweet), onion rings (SO GOOD), and slaw (a bit watery but okay). I would not recommend the pork burnt ends, the brisket ones were 10/10- thanks for the rec Ron. My kids got the kids rib plate. The kids ribs were a tad bit dry- but the prime short rib we got was UNREAL. Lastly.... The turtle cheesecake..... holy cow... Overall 10/10 experience- highly recommend!!

Great BBQ. Love their meats. Always done just right. We have a hard time staying away because we…read morealways enjoy our meals. Great beans and cheesy corn on the side.

Had an awesome experience at Jack Stack Barbecue. The BBQ was seriously on point, and coming from…read moreHawai'i, the value here is unreal. You get so much food for the price, we ended up taking most of it home lol. We ordered the Round Up and made some swaps, went with the beef brisket, beef burnt ends, sausage, and the crown prime beef rib. Everything was cooked perfectly and packed with flavor. The burnt ends were a standout, super tender with that perfect char. The mac and cheese was also solid and hit the spot. The ambience was great, nice balance of upscale and casual with a warm, inviting feel. It's the kind of place you can relax, enjoy good food, and not feel rushed. Service was great too. Our server (I think his name was Thoeun) was super friendly and took good care of us the whole time. Also have to mention the carrot cake... unreal. We're not even carrot cake people, but this one changed that. Highly recommend if you're ever in Kansas City.

I hate to be short in words.... However, the food is subpar…read more- not good and waited 1hour. This place is a pass. Go somewhere else.

Bbq and sides were delicious Carrot cake is a must…read moreService was superior! We ate there twice in our 4 day visit to KC

Great service, ask for Olivia! The service and the food make for a great evening. Short wait times,…read moresuggest making a reservation.

This place is a Kansas City staple so if you're visiting, you have to check them out. There are a…read morebunch of locations all over the city. This location was in a strip mall with a parking lot. It's exactly what you would expect of an old school barbecue joint. It gives a little bit of a diner feel meets cafeteria. You order your food at the counter and pay. Your order is given to you on a tray and then you go and find a seat. There is a waitress there to take drink orders and anything else you might need. The waitress was very kind and hospitable. I ordered the barbecue chicken and you get to choose from different types of sauces. I had the sweet barbecue sauce and for my sides I had coleslaw and potato salad. The starting portions for the sides are really small, but the protein portions are quite large. I really enjoyed my potato salad and coleslaw. If I wasn't staying at a hotel, I would have ordered more to go. The chicken I had was juicy and well seasoned. It was a little on the saltier side than I would've liked, but once I added the sweet barbecue sauce, it helped to balance out the flavor. You were really able to taste the smokiness of the meat and you can't leave there without the smoky scent getting into your clothing. You really felt like you were at a barbecue.

Loved the feel for this bbq joint. The wood smoke smell wafting through the seating area. So good…read more I wanted to order a sampler plate of just Meat. It was impossible. The gal working the counter (yelling) would only let me order what was on the board. I wanted to taste the burnt ends, brisket, sausage, and chicken or turkey. Oh well.. they wouldn't do that. I ended up ordering the burnt end sandwich and discarding the large bun. Pretty good rating on the burnt ends. Tasty. I then had to order the sliced beef sandwich - and discarded the bun again. The beef didn't seem to have any smoke. 2.5* rating. Neat bbq location off of downtown. OK experience with the meat. I now understand yelling at the customers for their orders is their thing. Fine. Didn't work for me.

We were on a tight drive from Ft. Scott to MCI and had one mission: find true Kansas City-style BBQ…read more-- smoky, not swimming in sauce. Slap's delivered. I ordered the brisket combo with a quarter chicken leg, cheesy corn, and baked potato casserole. My partner went with the brisket sandwich. We grabbed it to go in a hurry... and forgot plastic utensils. Crisis? Maybe. Regret? None. The brisket was perfection -- tender, beautifully smoked, with bark that had just the right texture. The chicken was outstanding too: lightly sauced, deeply flavored, juicy all the way through. Every bite tasted intentional. Even eating it on the go, slightly improvised utensil situation and all, this was some of the best Kansas City BBQ we've had. Would absolutely come back -- preferably with forks next time.

On a roadtrip and was so excited to pass through KC to try the famous BBQ! Obviously, I can't judge…read morea city's food by one establishment, but I was so disappointed. Got a sampler platter w/ cheesy corn and potato casserole and added burnt ends + ribs to go since I'm traveling with my 2 kitties. Everything was just... bland, especially the brisket and burnt ends. Very surprised the bbq place is so popular when the food is just meh. Was also surprised how cheap the online prices were and turns out, the prices aren't updated. The outdoor seating looks nice, and the staff were friendly, but I would not come back.

Picked up food at 3 Halves for the first time. Wow! the meat was all so tender & so flavorful. BBQ…read moresauce so tasty! Loved how the brisket was cut on the thicker side. The beef Burnt Ends were incredible. Our son got the pork burnt ends & he loved them! Smoky pit Baked beans, mac & cheese & coleslaw were all wonderful! Great experience with the carry out! Only thing is the sides are a little smaller than I thought. Overall we're all going back!! Great carry out service! Was ready before I got there!

Cool local spot with tasty and affordable lunch specials. I ordered the 6oz brisket sandwich…read morespecial and selected Mexican street corn as my side. I was alone, so I sat at the bar where the server kept a close eye on me.

My first visit to Lee's Summit, and wow... what a restaurant! If you like barbecue and you don't…read morepay these folks a visit, you are doing yourself a huge disservice. First off, the place is huge. Despite that, it's not too loud, and it's not overwhelming. I really enjoyed the meal here with 4 other business associates. Service was spot on. Really. Our waiter made us feel like we were the most important people in the place. I can't say enough about how important that is, but I'm sure most of you understand that already! I had the brisket and burnt tips, and they were amazing. As a side, the fries were also fantastic, and the barbecue sauce was superb. I don't normally go overboard about dining at a restaurant, but this place deserves every good review it gets. I cannot recommend Jack Stack highly enough. I only wish I didn't live 4 hours away - I'd look forward to going here one a much more regular basis!

It's been a long time since we sat down for a meal at Jack Stack Barbecue in Lees Summit…read more We ordered a barbecue platter w brisket & ribs and hickory smoked baked beans, chicken and potato au gratin, Mac n cheese w burnt ends and bbq beans, and double burnt ends w bbq beans. The portions were perfect. Couldn't have eaten more. Flavors around the table exceptional. Service was terrific. I always enjoy someone who likes to kid and joke around a bit. Our server was wonderful. The ambiance was pleasant, open feeling, relaxed, comfortable. Recommend making this a staple whenever visiting or just wanting a terrific meal.

Hello Well what can…read moreI say! This is a very unique food truck house into a restaurant business. And it looks like it works!! I had the Gochew Burger. American food infused with Korean flavors. The bun was great and the burger quality as well. Great job. It was a slower day and I got the privilege to chat with the Chef and the Owner. Super nice people that care. Keep up the great work. I really do hope they keep gettting busier and busier. Go check them out you will not be disappointed! Remember this is not just a bacon cheeseburger place. I will be back! Thank you!

Tasty K-burger and fries in Raytown? Sure! Pleasantly surprised by the fact that this place existed…read moreat all in the area. The service was friendly and fast, and the Gochew burger was tasty. The fries were a little too sauced for me, but still very flavorful and yummy. I'd probably get the sauce on the side next time! Tip: keep your eyes peeled bc otherwise you'll drive right past this place.