I had heard so much about Char Bar before visiting Kansas City that I made sure it was on our must-visit list--and it absolutely blew me away. I sat up at the bar and was greeted by super friendly, attentive service from the moment I sat down. The whole vibe was wonderfully low-key, relaxed, and welcoming. Food-wise, The Jackknife was an absolute revelation. Topped with smoked jackfruit, fresh avocado, and fried jalapeños, it delivers serious heat, but the flavors and textures make it hands-down one of the best sandwiches I have ever had. Whether you eat plant-based or not, it stands toe-to-toe with traditional KC barbecue favorites. Fantastic food, great bar service, and a memorable meal. Highly, highly recommend stopping in if you're in the Westport area! read more

Five stars for service. We had the pup in tow so we needed to sit outside and the staff was kind enough to pull up a table for us (away from the other dogs). Our waitress was very dog-loving and had a bowl of water out before we even sat down. Lots of beers on tap but ironically they only had two cans of sours, one from Tulsa (Prairie) and a Dogfish. I had read good things about the burger. First of all, it's huge. Definitely could be split down the middle. It needed a bit of seasoning I thought so I tried both the BBQ sauces. The Whompa sauce wasn't too spicy at all and the other one (blue label) was sweet. Both good. Fries were great. Onion rings were just OK. Would stop again! I loved the huge outdoor area. read more

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We're still pretty new to KC, and as such we are trying to find all the best kept bbq secrets and this feels like that kind of place! It was a lowkey vibe around 12:30 on a Monday and we chose to sit outside in the lovely weather. Our family of five decided on cheesy hush puppies, and the Whomp! Platter. Everyone at the table agreed they could eat five hush puppies by themselves! Everything came out hot, and in portion sizes fit for many more than the 3-4 the menu says it should feed. The favorites were: the ribs, the Mac and cheese and the beans. The ham was also exceptional, not overly smoked or dry! We loved both sauce options as well. Our waitress was kind, and knowledgeable about the menu, personable and swift with refills, napkins and clearing out used dishes. This is without a doubt the best BBQ spot we've found so far. We'll be back for sure! read more

Char Bar - The Whomp! Platter - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

This place is HUGE! The outside area was open and enough space to hangout with everyone. The food was pretty great as well. My favorite being the huge chicken wings, and the cheesy hush puppies, but there wasn't anything we got that we wouldn't have again. We went during happy hour which meant drinks, and the apps were pretty cheap! The service was pretty slow, but the waitress was knowledgeable and friendly read more

Char Bar - Jumbo Smoked Chicken Wings, tacos, Cornbread Muffins, Cheesy Hushpuppies, Hand-Carved Brisket Sandwich, tacos - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Server got my vibe and we got along very well. Food was awesome! Mac and cheese and cauliflower is a must side! Service was very fast but they took my food away without getting a box when I was with a big group read more

Char Bar - Pick Two Tray: sausage and turkey with Mac and cheese and cauliflower - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

The afternoon couldn't have been more perfect. Had no idea that Char Bar had this outdoor space that could be reserved if needed for a company event, celebration etc !! The ambience was inviting but relaxing because there were plenty options for shade. The servers were very attentive and also personable which made the interactions delightful. I wouldn't have changed anything with the service I received. Decided to do this review more to share the options that were available in the city for entertainment as well as food. But can't leave out these Grits fritters. The flavor explodes in your mouth and the jalapeño jam is a nice accent. Check out it ! read more

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The smoked chicken nuggets were juicy, well-seasoned, and delicious. Those chicken nuggets were also pretty big and there were a good amount of them which was a good value despite the high price for an appetizer. What makes those chicken nuggets even better was that it came with four sauces and I especially enjoyed the white BBQ and BBQ ranch sauces the most. The holy trinity platter was delicious too especially the burnt ends so tender that it almost melted in my mouth. The ribs were juicy and flavorful also, and the brisket was also tender. The onion rings were crispy and the ranch dipping sauce perfectly accompanies the onion rings. The BBQ pit beans were delicious too and the bacon elevated the typical baked beans. Overall, I would come back here the next time I'm in KC and try brunch or the Sunday fried chicken when I get the chance. Overall, it's a solid choice for BBQ in Kansas City especially on days when Joe's BBQ is closed or when lines for Joe's gets too long. read more

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After spending some of our Sunday afternoon locating some of the sites in Anne Kniggendorf's 'Secret Kansas City' book, we decided we wanted some BBQ and settled on Chat Bar. We haven't been in a while since we don't get out to the Westport area very often, but we've always enjoyed Char Bar and it didn't disappoint today. Ashley G provided just the right level of service. We were taking our time and she knew how to time her appearance. We shared 'The Holy Trinity' meat platter and chose Beans and upgraded to Sweet Potato Fries as our sides. We paired our meal with a Dunkel. We had hoped by sharing that we would leave room for the Warm Peach Bead Pudding, but we were too full. So... we need to get back soon to try it. We are also looking for Char Bar to open in Olathe as we can get there more easily. read more

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Bam!$ My new favorite in KC and that's sayn a lot. Man off the charts in everything creative new ideas like pork belly and sausage cheese grits app, ... wait what, year worth it. And the ribs and brisket I got were right on the money. Great staff and cool environment. As Arnold said I'll be back. Nice job. Highly recommend. read more

Char Bar - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

WOW! They were not kidding when people said that Kansas City has the best barbecue. The burnt ends were like melt in your mouth in the middle and then the perfect crisp on the outside. The ribs were so tender and yummy. The Mac and Cheese was sooooo creamy. The broccoli Cole slaw was the best I've had in my life. And finally.... The star of the show was the NAKED BBQ SAUCE. This sauce is out of this world. A combination of sweet and smoky. Best barbecue I've had in my life. The server was also so attentive and the ambiance was so so cute, we sat outside and it was so nice outside. read more

Char Bar - Kingdom Tray - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Our #1 fave BBQ in KC!! It's a perfect location in Westport with plenty of indoor & outdoor seating that has active games like corn hole & throwing football. I think they have the best burnt ends in the world. They're very flavorful full of meat and not too much fat. I decided to branch out & try a different side which was spicy coleslaw. It was not very spicy & was coated w vinaigrette not creamy. My dairy intolerance luved it!! Service is always quick & attentative. read more

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Great patio vibe and it's a 5 for dog friendliness. Food was good. We were told the onion rings were the best. They were just OK. Good beer selection. Great place to hang out on a nice afternoon in Wesport. read more

An amazing BBQ spot with excellent food, plenty of options, and reasonable prices! We were recommended this spot by a friend who had been before and had recommended the CBGB burger. While we decided on other options the BBQ did not disappoint. The burnt ends melt in your mouth literally and were so tasty. The fried pickle was surprisingly delicious. The ribs were also good. You really can't go wrong here. The onion rings were also fried perfectly. Service was excellent. Our server was extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to give us a refill without suffocating us. The ambiance is casual. Great for family seating or a day out with the guys or gals. We highly recommend this place if you're in KC and with other bars just around the corner you can make a full night of it! read more

Char Bar - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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What a huge and lively venue! We went on a Thursday evening for Birthday and they were packed with Husker fans. Only downside to that was, they had literally eaten all the brisket and pork! We will have to return to try what we wanted. The burnt ends plate was very good with the smashed potato (wow!) and potato salad. The turkey sandwich was also enjoyed, with the bacon broccoli coleslaw being a highlight. Great service but a little pricey! read more

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Decided to spend Valentine's Day at Char Bar for a late lunch. We've done brunch before and spent time in the patio for apps and sandwiches but decided to do a platter today! Of course we started with the cheesy hush puppies which are a must! Also liked the cornbread muffins but would've loved a little more salt in the batter, but the chive butter made up for it! My husband and I got the Holy Trinity platters either different sides and wow, the ribs and burnt ends might be our favorite in ALL of KC! Both very tender and juicy! Also loved the cheesy jalapeño corn and the servings were so generous that we'll have several meals on leftovers. Our server was excellent, friendly and very attentive. Just a first rate experience and we decided we need to make the trip in to Westport more frequently! read more

My favorite BBQ place in KC. The vibe is immaculate, as you feel as if you are inside a BBQ. It was way too cold to go outside, but the fires and igloos looked cool. It also looks like a nice patio in the summer. I appreciate the free parking garage behind the restaurant too. I ordered the pulled pork sandwich with fries. I appreciated the pork being seasoned prior to the sauce. Both house sauces are excellent too read more

Char Bar - Brisket Sandwich - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I tried multiple barbecue places while in Kansas City, and this place was my second favorite, the competition is fierce in Kansas City though So being second place is not a bad thing! The meats all had a perfect amount of smoke flavor, and they were tender but not mushy. The side dishes were delicious as well! Not to mention the fact that the bar has a great selection of beer to choose from. I really liked the outdoor area even though we did not sit there. Would definitely return here if I come back to Kansas City! read more

Char Bar - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Amazing BBQ with a great outdoor patio area. Live music, draft beer, yummy food. This is cool hangout spot for big gatherings or even date nights. Friendly staff and good service. Some of the best BBQ in Kansas City. read more

Char Bar - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Fun place to get great food. Everything we tried was absolutley amazing. We will be back.

Hidden gem with an amazing outdoor space. Great for large group with outdoor games and plenty of patio space. Good is delicious!

Great outdoor space! Promptly seated and in a flash had drinks ordered. Server was very helpful with suggestions. Wings and ribs in play with beans and spicy red slaw. Everything was good tasting and good sized. Never needed sauce . read more

Char Bar - 3 wing and 3 rib plate with hot red slaw n beans - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Came down for a work lunch. The restaurant wasn't very busy for the lunch hour, but that could be due to all the construction/road closures at the moment. I tried the whole hog tray. The ribs were tender and fell off the bone. The pulled pork was smoky and delicious. The sausage was good but the least favorite of the three. The coleslaw was creamy and still had some bite to it and wasn't overly tangy. The beans I like, but I prefer my baked beans to be on the sweeter side and these were more smoky and savory. I would definitely come back and eat this again. read more

Char Bar - The Whole Hog Tray: 3 Ribs, Pulled Pork, and Sausage served with toast and 2 sides. Beans and Coleslaw. - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Great place for locals and out of towners. I have always had a great time and everyone always enjoys their food. Service is fair to great depending on how busy they are. My most recent visit went well and the beers came out cold and food was hot. Quality is consistent every time. I love the inside. But the outside is such a vibe. They have patio games, a fire pit, space heaters, and more. The outdoor bar is a nice addition as well. Overall it's a KC staple and definitely a spot to check out if you haven't gone. read more

My wife and I stopped by here today. It's been on our list for a long time. Our niece and nephew love it. I had read a lot of reviews about the chili and how many folks thought it was the best in town. It was pretty salty and lukewarm. The flavor was okay. It got better with a tablespoon of Tabasco. We also ordered the Pick 3 to share. We both enjoyed the brisket and pulled pork. The brisket is thick cut and lovely. Good smoke. A little dry. The pulled pork was perfect. No notes. The sausage was a little too moist, bland and fatty for me, but my wife loved it. She loved the beans, I thought they were just okay. We both loved the creamy Cole slaw. Everything except the cole slaw should have been warmer. Loved both the sauces at Char Bar. read more

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The food was tasty and the service was excellent. The only thing I will say is that it is a noisy place. Too many hard surfaces amplify everyone's boisterous good time (but it's good they're all having such a good time). Some window treatments and/or acoustic applications should bring it down to a better level. Still, I'd go back again. Great place! read more

My band, RELAAY, was recently on tour and had a stop in Kansas City. A friend recommended Char Bar. We sat outside and loved the vibe of the lights and fire pit. The Whomp! Platter says it serves two to three people, so we ordered it, an additional side, and a small salad for the four of us to share. We were able to eat the leftovers for two days! There was so much food, and it was so good! If you are with a group, I highly recommend splitting this platter. It's a ton of food for a great price. read more

Char Bar - The Whomp Platter - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Service at the bar was fast and friendly! Cool interior with a great fire outside and all set for outdoor igloo dining this winter. The cheesy hushpuppies appetizer was incredible and almost stole the show! Our only disappointment was the brisket was slightly dry. The smoked turkey was my favorite! read more

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A KC Chiefs pregame must! Burnt ends and pull pork are amazing. As well as the beans and sweet potato fries. Huge our door area when the weather is good. Service is on point and they are friendly. Lively crowd and everyone was having fun.... read more

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Absolutely blown away by the service at my last visit to Char Bar! We stopped in on a rainy Tuesday as a large group without a reservation. To our surprise, there were already multiple large groups and entire sections of the restaurant were booked. The manager came over to talk to us and was able to find a space on the covered patio. Our server Sawyer was incredible. She took care of everything so quickly with multiple people ordering food and drinks on different tickets. Everything came quick and delicious, especially the cheesy hushpuppies and fried pickles. This is always an unbeatable spot for happy hour, and the service and accommodation for our last minute large group was so appreciated! read more

Char Bar - Cheesy Hushpuppies - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I forgot to take a picture before I started to devour this place. Who knew that you could have bbq for breakfast. If you ever go to chat bar for a brunch i definitely suggest this burnt end Benedict. Not only was the food good the staff were nice and really attentive. read more

Char Bar - Burnt End Benny - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Char Bar is one of my favorite BBQ spots. We either stop in for the brunch to get the Burnt End Benny or I come for dinner and get the Burnt Heaven sandwich. They have some of my favorite burnt ends in the city. There is plenty of seating and I love the outdoor area and fire pit. Service is always quick and they always have great recommendations. I love bringing friends that are visiting the area. We will continue to come! read more

Char Bar - Burnt Heaven - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

We got uber eats from char bar and the crispy potatoes were so unique. Crunchy, potato flavor throughout each bite and yet you can also taste the seasoning and the texture really brought it home. 10/10 by a longshot. The burnt ends were my favorite here, even better than Joe's, which is the place everyone in town raves about. 10/10 The fries were overly salty and sort of soggy not our favorite but not bad enough to dock a point. 4/10 The Mac and cheese was pretty good too. I would say like a 7/10. The chicken nuggets and the assortment of sauces... oh my god! This is so good I am drooling while I write this, I would return just for this and in fact is was so good that even though we didn't like a couple things, this was so good it carried them to remain at 5 stars, . 10/10 The delivery packaging was pretty lousy I will say that, because of that we didn't take any pictures of the food, it wouldn't have looked good anyway. read more

Great atmosphere and service! Very dog friendly too! Our server Mike was exceptional. Must try the burnt ends and Mac and cheese. But honestly we tried most of the meats and they were all excellent. Great beer selection too. Highly recommend. read more

Char Bar - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

We ordered Door Dash, because honestly we're both exhausted from moving our daughter to a new apartment. Dh ordered the brisket cheesesteak, and I had the CBGB burger. We also had a side of sweet potato fries. I admit that take out/carryout is never the same experience as dine in, however based on this singular experience, I'd never order again. The cheesesteak required au jus, as it was simply too dry. The same can be said for the CBGB burger. I understand that it was house ground smoked brisket, but we both added ketchup (a crime on brisket) and dunked in au jus just to be able to swallow it. We were just really disappointed. We may try again on another visit. Maybe. read more

Fun atmosphere and nice menu selection. Friendly service. Great meetup place with friends. read more

The French fries were good. The Jack knife was not. They say it is slow smoked. It is not. I could taste the fuel. The fries were hot. The jackfruit was not. It was more luke warm. The fries were perfectly seasoned. The jackfruit was completely unseasoned. I guess they expected the sauce to do all the heavy lifting.. I make barbecue jackfruit a lot so I had very high expectations for a restaurant. I picked it up on the way out of town. Had I been in town I would have returned it and got my money back. The employees were very nice. read more

Great experience. Went for lunch on a Wednesday and there was hardly anybody there. The outdoor seating area is very fun and perfect for those that don't want to be inside. Tried the brisket cheesesteak.....Amazing! As well as the smoked turkey sandwich with their sweet potato fries. It had the perfect smokiness and the fries were great. Their sweet bbq sauce was a nice addition and my favorite of the two offered! read more

Char Bar - Brisket Cheesesteak - Southern Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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We had such a great experience at Char Bar! I ordered the Whole Hog and the ribs were absolutely stellar - I'm talkin' fall-off-the-bone tender. Everything we tried was incredible and clearly made with care. As non-drinkers, my husband and I really appreciated the mocktail and NA options. We also thought it was nice that they had so many gluten-free options available for those with dietary needs. It's the little things like that that make a place stand out! The outdoor space was perfect for our daughter, with games like bags, washers, giant Jenga, Tetris, and more. It created such a great environment for our family fun night. We'll definitely be back soon! read more

Char Bar serves good KC style BBQ. The meat is deeply smoked. Their ribs are tender, have a slight tug & are very flavorable. Their burnt ends are also very good with their smokey crisp edges & have a melty center. For sides, I usually get their slaw & sweet potato fries. read more

Not bad, since I've been giving them more goes. The consistency can vary from visit to visit to some level. I'd say it's more on the dry side, but I've had brisket from here that is juicier than other times and more flavorful. It's not my first choice, but it's not bad. 7/10. read more