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3.6 (435 reviews)
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Jennifer M.

Hunkering for a good burger & BRGR menu seemed to fit our craving. We walked in & for immediately swayed in the bar area. The bartender was our server. She gave us recommendations & he went with one of hers. I got the Knob Hill, grilled onions, special sauce on a parm encrusted sourdough bread. The meat was good as directed but overall the entire burger was bland. My BF Jalapeño Popper burger was really good; spicy & sweet combo. We opted for the 3 combo sides for $13 (tots, sweet potato fries & 3 rings) as most of the sides range from $5-8 for one option. Tots were the best, fries overcooked & mixed opinion of the rings. Overall service was excellent, as well as cocktails but my meal seem to fall short of my expectations. Not sure the price point warrants a trip back.

The Combo
Mays J.

We stopped in for dinner during happy hour and tried the pickle fries and cheese bites (can't remember the exact name, but they were tasty!). For mains, we ordered the Juicy Lucy and the Wagyu Go Burger and split them. Personally, I preferred the Wagyu, still heavy and greasy as expected at a burger place, but flavorful. The Juicy Lucy was too much for me; it was loaded with mayo and cheese, and I couldn't eat more than a bite. We also got the side combo with sweet potato fries, truffle fries, and onion rings, fresh and crispy, but a lot of fried food overall. The service was great, and the restaurant had a nice vibe. This was my first visit, but it's actually my fiancé's favorite spot.

Sarah G.

BRGR has been open in this location for a long time now, and up until recently I had only been once or twice long ago. The first time I visited this location years ago was with friends, back when we were all in our 20s or early 30s and without children. I remember liking it, but not loving it. It was a place that we went to from time to time but I didn't ever crave. Flash forward and BRGR has done something I think is hard to do: they have gotten better with age. Now, I'm not sure if it's that BRGR has changed any of their recipes, or ambiance, or even anything at all, or if it's that I've changed. I'm guessing it's the latter, as I've now been to BRGR two times within the past three months and it's largely because I have kids and the food is actually really good. The first time I went back to BRGR recently was in December. My older daughter and I had a date with my cousin and her daughter to go see Glow Wild at the Zoo and my cousin recommended we stop here for an early dinner first. It seemed like a solid choice since my four year old LOVES burgers and I hadn't been in a while. We arrived, they seated us, and immediately I fell in love all over again with BRGR. First of all, something I never noticed in my twenties was how family friendly it is. They have booster seats, infant car seat holders, the whole nine yards. The restrooms even have stools for little ones so they can reach the sink - in my daughter's mind this is the best thing ever, and I love it too because it saves me from having to awkwardly hold her up so she can wash. Something else worth noting is that I realized quickly that when you dine here before, say 7pm, the whole place is FILLED with families. For good reason too because aside from all the perks I've already mentioned, they have a great kids meal. I think it's around 8 dollars and your kiddo gets a burger, fries, and a drink. I mean, come on, you can't beat that. To add on to all of this, both times I've been back my food has been on point, and they have a great taplist. All in all, I think BRGR is a top notch place you can go and still support local, while wanting a meal out with your young family. KC needs more places like this that blur the boundaries between a meal out, and feeling okay bringing the kids along.

Devilled eggs
Jaden L.

Pretty pricey for what you get, in my opinion. Happy hour deviled eggs were lackluster. Brussels sprouts were different and decent, never had blue cheese with them, nice addition to the taste buds. They do not have side salads, only half or full. They have a good variety of burgers. Everything seems to have a twist on it which is nice than the normal bar food. Service was quick. We went around 5 on a Monday.

STEAKHOUSE wagyu burger, white cheddar, garlic & thyme mushrooms, arugula, garlic & herb aioli, BRGR potato bun
Graham L.

Needed a tasty burger, they delivered! STEAKHOUSE wagyu burger, white cheddar, garlic & thyme mushrooms, arugula, garlic & herb aioli, BRGR potato bun. Tots are so crispy you hear the crunch deep in your ears on practically every bite! The dipping sauce that comes with it is very tasty as well Burgers are now (seemingly) more smashed than years ago, still very tasty. Now that the weather (march 2024) is getting better, there is limited patio seating. Service - at the bar was good Ambiance - pure burger bar and I recall it can get very loud when a large crowd Fri/Sat nights. There's also Fish and Chips and a hot dog/chili dog on the menu, and chicken if you aren't craving tasty maybe wagyu burgers.

Pickle fries
Jessica F.

Great burgers, prompt service, great patio when the weather is nice. Tried the pickle fries this time and they were so good! They are cut like fries instead of chips. They have an amazing Monday night special- $30 for 4 burgers and fries.

Fries were a small portion for 5 bucks
Zubin C.

Poor service Burger was 5 rated We had a jucy lucy burger It was ok and over priced Server needs work

Jordan K.

Some of the best unique burgers and happy hour in KC! $5 cocktails, $2-$3 beers, and $5 appetizers on the happy hour menu. Highly recommend the squeaky cheese appetizer! There were so many burgers that sounded right up my alley. I went with the "Fast Cow" which had bleu cheese, caramelized onions, bacon, and more on an English muffin. 10/10 would recommend! The sides are separate than the meals. We split the truffle tots which were more than enough for 2 people.

Steakhouse Burger
Jeff David G.

Upscale burger bistro with big flavors and relatively low prices. They offer a wide variety of unique burgers that have all been delicious. The sides are pretty good too, but have to be ordered separately so that drives the price up just a bit. The host and waiter were very kind and checked in on us often. I ordered the steakhouse burger and shared the combo of fries, tots, and onion rings. The actual restaurant was clean and the ambiance added to the dining experience.

Jolene M.

Visited during Oktoberfest. The food options were so unique and fun. Loved the pretzel and cheese, that cheese sauce was delicious. The beer brat was full of flavor. Staff was attentive and kept checking in. Great patio space and they even had a live singer.

Oktoberfest menu item - Spatzle
Mai S.

I think BRGR can be five star and can also be three star so it's getting for today. It really all depends on who is cooking. The last time we went my favorite thing from their kitchen, truffle fries, had an old fry texture even though they were warm like they just came from the oven. The burger was also mediocre despite getting the steakhouse burger which is the fancy meat burger. But I loved the service and my husband always had a good time with the brown bag special (you get a random beer in a paper bag for 3.50) Spaztle from Oktoberfest menu was good!

Oktoberfest Brat
Kelsey A.

I came in the other day to check out the new Oktoberfest menu and beer options. The Samual Adams seasonal beer (octoberfest) was the perfect fall brew in my opinion. BRGR has some amazing deals going on for Oktoberfest that include $10 flights!!! Why choose one seasonal beer when yo can try them all! There is also a limited time menu that include beer brats, spatzle and schnitzel and the delicious Bavarian pretzels with a creamy beer cheese on the side. There was even LIVE music playing on the patio! Overall this was an amazing first experience and I can't wait to go back.

Flight of beers
Karen M.

Went to their patio with a friend on a Monday to check out their new fall menu. It wasn't crowded at all and we were seated pretty fast. The staff was really personable and was always checking in on us. They had a large selection of beers, including seasonal beers for fall. I had a brat on a pretzel bun with pickled onions, it was delicious! The patio was large and had live music. They had strong lights and heaters on the patio and a huge window that opened to the bar. Great spot for fall.

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Food was awesome (gluten free options appreciated). Server was nice and efficient. Place was okay looking, typical bar and grill.

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Nate is the best. Nate is awesome. He dealt with picky people with picky orders and was particularly perfect! The food was good too

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Really really good, just a little pricey but it's good food! I would stop here again if I came through

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It our neighborhood place, and my favorite is the Juicy Lucy and the Brussels Sprouts. The burgers are all solid.

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Story

4.0(241 reviews)
1.5 mi
•$$$

We went to Story to celebrate our anniversary. I hadn't been in years and my fiancé hadn't ever…read morebeen! We had a reservation and were seated right away. Our waiter instantly greeted us to fill our waters gave us some time to decide on our cocktails. We enjoyed some starters and shared the duck empanadas and the fries. Both were so delicious but the empanadas were SO good!! There were a handful of starters that looked so good but we were happy with the ones we chose. For dinner I ordered the short rib and my fiancé ordered the saffron risotto. My short rib was so tender and fell apart the way short rib should. The saffron risotto was really flavorful. We both really enjoyed our dishes and had clean plates afterwards! For dessert with we ordered the lemon cake which isn't normally something I would get but it was really good! It was light but still full of flavor. The cake and the ice cream together were super good. Overall, we had a nice meal here! It is definitely on the pricer side so I recommend saving special occasions to go here. We were really pleased with everything we ordered and our night as a whole.

Went here with my boyfriend for a pre-Christmas date and had a very tasty meal. I had made…read morereservations for 7 and we were seated immediately. We were pretty close to the door, which wasn't ideal with how cold it was. They have a sort of vestibule outside but it's not fully enclosed so it does almost nothing to improve the blast of cold air when the door opens. I should preface this review with I liked the food but the service was a bit slow, however, I know fine dining service is a bit more leisurely, so I may be overly harsh on that front. Anyway, once we were seated, water came out right away. We then waited a while for the waiter to get our drink orders so I ordered the empanadas with our drinks (we were hungry). Empanadas came out quickly and were very tasty. Drinks were not quite as quick but were also very tasty. Then we waited a while for the waiter to come back to order our entrees. And at that point, I asked if we could have some bread. I saw a bunch of tables with bread but I think our waiter maybe forgot because most folks in his section didn't seem to have it. When that came out, I wanted to laugh. 2 small pieces of focaccia and a small piece of the other kind. 3 pieces of bread does not a bread basket make. He did offer to bring more but my boyfriend declined (What?!, but I didn't contradict him) so I can't fully complain about that. Once our mains came out, my complaints about the slower service and small bread portion were erased because good heavens the short rib was INCREDIBLE. So melt in your mouth and flavorful. Definitely some of the best short ribs I've had in my life. My boyfriend had some kind of dish with a butternut squash puree, mushrooms and cauliflower. His was very good too but perhaps a bit gravy with the salt. We did get our order for dessert in pretty quick and that was a great end to the meal. The passionfruit puree made it really bright tasting. TL;DR: really delicious food (4.5-4.75) but service pacing, and the blasts of cold air made it a 4. We would go back but I had a gift card, and I'm not sure I would have been as happy with the meal if we'd paid full price, if that makes sense.

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Scratch Gourmet Kitchen

4.6(128 reviews)
1.5 mi
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My husband and I chose Scratch Gourmet Kitchen to check out the new restaurant and celebrate our…read moreanniversary and it was truly a memorable evening. The space is absolutely stunning--so intimate, elegant, and beautifully designed. So much thought and attention to detail has gone into creating this new space, and it truly shows. Our server, Jeremy, provided exceptional service-attentive and gracious without ever being intrusive. We enjoyed the filet and the salmon and both were outstanding. A special mention goes to Blake, the bartender, who crafted one of the best Old-fashioneds we've ever had! It was exceptional. From the beautiful ambience and impeccable service to the outstanding food and cocktails, Scratch Gourmet Kitchen made our anniversary celebration extra special. We were thoroughly impressed and look forward to returning.

Scratch has moved into the spot where Story. was. They upgraded the space, elevated the menu, and…read morekept the same attentive polished service from thier original location. We dined in on a Thursday Evening. There are features every evening, check thier social media. Thursday is live music on the patio. The dining room is Chic and modern. The Menu is stream lined and seasonal. We started with Maple Chili Brussel Sprouts. They had a bit of a kick, but the sweetness from the Maple balanced it out. We also split the bone in pork chop. It was an upscale play on "pork n beans" the chef split it in the kitchen and it was flavorful and delicious. We finished with the apple cider donuts with a scoop of ice cream. Our server was attentive and fun and having the chef stop by was delightful.

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Rye Leawood

3.8(871 reviews)
3.1 mi
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Grilled Koji Aged Pork Rib Chop is amazing! Will order again (& again)…read more Restaurant is noisy, even when sitting at the back corner table, so be aware of this when seating.

First time trying Rye, was recommended, and we were not disappointed! Very cool ambiance with a…read morecountry chic vibe. Counter tops, tables, and outdoor seating all available and full! Make reservations because they had a two hour wait for walk-ins. For appetizers we shared their burnt ends. Tender and sauced perfectly. For dinner we shared a wedge salad, their mashed potatoes, asparagus (a must!), and their tomahawk steak! Instead of doing three separate steaks we did the one and it was a perfect size for all of us to share! The steak was tender and well seasoned, mashed potatoes creamy, and the asparagus was prepared in a way we hadn't had before - highly recommend! We also had their dessert lemon meringue pie and coconut cream pie! Really really good! Wine options: amazing! Bourbon options: classy! We couldn't give it five stars for two main reason: 1. We made a reservation for 7pm, arrived and check in at 6:50 and still had to wait just over 30 minutes to be seated. We learned that walk-ins had been seated ahead of us so we needed to wait for some tables to leave before we could be seated. This was a bit surprising. We understand waiting a few minutes, but 30 min is not okay. 2. The sweet server assisting us for dinner was in training and we learned from her "trainer" that she wouldn't be getting any of the tips from our dinner. Additionally, the "trainer" came over around 830 to tell us that although it was only three of us that gratuity is automatically included. Very odd that we were told these things during our meal. The server being trained should absolutely get a portion of the tips - we hope restaurant management reconsiders their policy on this especially since we hardly saw her "trainer". We normally tip over the 20% but because the trainer didn't get any of our tips, we opted to not increase the tip that was automatically charged to us. All in all really classy restaurant and food was delicious! We'll be back for sure!

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Tavern at Mission Farms

4.0(424 reviews)
3.2 mi
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Came in on a slow night to watch the Chiefs game and ended up really enjoying it. The bartender Ben…read moremade the whole visit -- hilarious, great sense of humor, played along with us the whole time. The space won me over too: big TVs, wide open and spacious, easy parking. This might become my new go-to for watching games. Food was excellent. My friend got the linguine and when she asked for extra sauce and cheese, they brought that plus a lemon without any hassle -- small touch that finished the dish off really well. I had the nachos, which weren't quite what I pictured, but turned out even better than expected once I dug in -- messy, but that's half the fun. Extensive food and wine selection without being overwhelming. A really great place -- already thinking about my next visit.

Pretty good! We were…read morelooking for a place to have breakfast after church and we got recommended to this place. We didn't even know they served breakfast. The place is a nice big restaurant in mission farms. It's an upscale casual vibe that is a bit different from the places we usually like to go for morning food. Nice comfortable seats and well appointed. We had never been before so we asked our server several questions and she was awesome. We spend a lot of time in New Orleans and they had beignets on the menu. She said no on the beignets in the friendliest way. She knew we wouldn't like them. Probably nothing against them they are probably fine enough but she understood where we were coming and politely gave us the scoop. Not only that but i was starving and she recommended we have the breakfast nachos that she described like tostadas and she was right! Perfect! All restaurants should have someone who cares about the business and customer enough to steer them the right way. We were both impressed with her. After the "nachos" we shared a breakfast burrito. Everything we got was good. The burrito was pork and eggs and it was tasty. Only thing is I wished they would have grilled the tortilla on the outside to firm it up. The potatoes were fine, but a bit bland. They could have used some seasoning and more onions. The nachos were good but I think could've used a bit more cheese. Overall, we were pretty happy and will be back. I am curious to try an omelette next time. I wonder if we can get the same server.

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Conroy's Public House - Westwood - A superb Conroy's Public House Specialty...grilled Atlantic salmon and fresh vegetables in a delicious lemon dill cream sauce!

Conroy's Public House - Westwood

4.5(124 reviews)
4.4 mi
•$$

I spent 3 summers cleaning Persian rugs under the tutelage of Southeast Cincinnati's premier rug…read moremerchant Mr. R. Gary Westmoreland, so I know a thing or two about Suburban neighborhood bars parading as Irish public houses. First things first, apologies for my long absence. After the untimely demise of my frequent dining partner Maurice (who definitely slipped and fell on his own), I just needed a break from my Yelping. #RIP #accidentshappen But, enough about me and my shenanigans. Let's talk about Conroy's. This place is sort of like a zoo without cages for the animals. After I walked in from the bright parking lot, I found myself in a dark bar full of people mostly old enough to make me feel young again. A gal with Viking hair shouted "sit wherever ya like!" from behind the bar (I think that was Conroy's version of a host). I chose a tiny little table for 2 (sigh, I was solo) amidst the crowd. I was greeted some moments later with a menu twice the size of my table. I donned my cheaters and began chapter one of the largest menu I've ever seen. The menu was resplendant with classic Irish dishes like nachos, pizza and burgers. I felt like I smelled a hint of Irish Spring soap and was whisked away to the Emerald Isle!! I kid, of course. There's plenty of fare from the land of the Leprechauns and faeries. I chose cottage pie because it seemed authentic and comforting. Even though it's been years since Maurice's tragic ACCIDENT, I still find myself needing comfort food when I'm dining solo. It was delish. I wanted to lick the rarebit it was served in clean, but the nosy man seated nearby at a large round table (by himself, mind you) kept staring at me from above what appeared to be a pint glass full of communion wine. He had a disconcertingly large head and facial features. I wasn't sure if he needed a friend or a fresh corpse for his crawlspace. Anyway, I maintained my manners and didn't clean the plate like a Beverly Hills chihuahua. I didn't try any booze on this visit because my Uber account is locked due to a disagreement with a swarthy gentleman who mistook my friendliness for an advance and yada yada. Anyhoo, I don't dare risk a dewey when I'm driving mother's Chrysler. Anyways, this place was great and the imposing, cologne-sodden Tongan boy who served me was a real sweetie pie. I think I'll download Lyft and stop by soon for some Irish beer and another bit of cozy fare. Slainte!

We crossed the border from KC Missouri to Westwood KS. We wanted to watch the US vs Australia at…read morethe World Cup in an Irish Pub and this place came up. It was very hot but we cooled off inside. I'd like to try the patio if possible if I go back. We sat in the upper room due to being able to see the tvs. It was busy but not hectic and we found a table right away. I like Irish beer but I tend to get the local brews when I travel and I'm glad I did. Boulevard was pretty good! If I had more time I would have looked for a six pack to drink before paying RIDICULOUS prices at the stadium or FIFA Fan Fest! Service was good, quick and friendly. I brought my bottled water in, as most restaurants use the bleachy tap, and they were ok with bringing me a glass and some ice. The rest rooms were smallish but clean. Next time I'll also try to get the 'authentic' Irish or local fare!

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Novel Restaurant - Bread Service with Cultured Butter and Hummus

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4.5(642 reviews)
8.1 mi•Crossroads, Greater Downtown
•$$$

If I could, I would give Novel 10 stars. Novel is hands down the best restaurant I've been to in a…read morevery long time. Everything was fantastic! The food, drinks and service were all top notch! I can't wait to go back and try more/different items on the menu. They make everything in house and it shows. The chef is very creative with flavors and knows what he's doing.

I asked a friend who had been to KC before for suggestions and the first place he said was Novel…read moreand to get the bread. I didn't have a reservation and was worried I wouldn't be able to be seated but I was by myself so I decided to risk it. The location stands out because well, there's not much else around, a parking lot across the street and not much else. I was offered seating outside and took it, not wanting to wait and where was my table but out front. I was worried that since I was the lone diner that I might get overlooked but my server managed to come check on me while heading inside to check his other tables while I got to enjoy the quiet and watch the sun set and while I had a fantastic meal. The top of the menu has their bread service, which I got and I ordered the tartare, and at the suggestion of the server the chilled corn soup. After having had KC style barbecue the past few days I wanted something a little lighter and was recommended the scallops. I'll start in reverse order here and describe my main. I've made the mistake of ordering seafood in landlocked states and paid for that error. I will wholeheartedly endorse ordering the scallops here, they had that fresh springiness, that light brine and I don't even like sweet potato but it just enhanced the star of the show. The chilled corn soup was also perfect-not overly sweet. I just got the taster but man it was so effortlessly good. A little meatiness from the crab, a bit of aromatics from the cardamom and a surprisingly brief sweet heat from the jalapeno. I love tartare and I loved how it was presented here with a wasabi tofu paste which gave it a little kick and yuba skin instead of bread was a nice touch. So, while we're on the subject, that bread. Oh man, that bread maybe I should fly into KC just for that. My friend was not wrong. On top of that I had their Polychronic cocktail which was like a tropical twist on a Manhattan which was terrific. Definitely the best meal I had in KC.

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