This place ranks in my top ten sandwich shops of all time. My boss suggested we go here and I…read morewasn't at all hesitant, because I'm a sandwich girl through and through. But this place exceeded my expectations. I will definitely back to try every dish, but for the first go around, I had the goldilox and it will be hard not to just order that every time I return (But for my Yelp community, of course I will switch it up). Smoked salmon with a nice slab of cream cheese, complimented perfectly by cucumber and onion - you just can't go wrong. To top it off, the bagel-like bread (what they're known for) with the crispy shell and soft inside was everything I ever wanted and more. Service was quick - no complaints there. While you're waiting in line, they offer cute Bay Boy postcards (for free!) so between the souvenir and the food, there's no way you'll forget about them.

As a general rule, I stay away from crowded areas like the Plaza and Westport, but I really wanted…read moreto try this place out. As luck would have it, I had to run an errand near the area and my decision was made. First off, the entrance isn't where you'd think it would be. The order window was closed and I noticed people going up to the deck to get in, so up I headed. The place was actually spacious and comfortable, it has a Caribbean vibe to it. After much consternation, I figured I'd make it tough on them and opted for the Reuben. As some somebody who has had many Reubens at the place where they were invented, Omaha's Blackstone Hotel, I can be a tough judge. This is definitely the best place to get one in KC, so I know that I'll be back for more. I even liked the bread that they used, it set it apart from other sammiches. And the service was great, so I'll be back.

Tastes just like it did in Vegas. Best sub shop out there. Get the Bobby if you like a tasty…read morethanksgiving sandwich.

They have the best plant based turkey sub I've ever had, definitely the best sub in my opinion…read more Customer service was great and the place is clean. I will definitely visit there again.

This is not the Lunch Box. The real Lunch Box is down on the bottoms on ninth Street. I thought…read moresomething was going on when all I saw was Mexican food. The real Lunch Box serves breakfast and lunch and is located in a small convenience store. i'm not even gonna acknowledge that this place exist until they change their name, because the real Lunch Box has been around forever.

Budget friendly delicious food! Whether you want a burger, tamales- Lunch Box has everything!read more

I've been a lunch box consumer for the last 6 years. When I first graduated highschool and got my…read morefirst construction job the guys introduced me for the first time, I was broke had almost no money and I could come here and get a giant $8 grande burrito and a water and it would last me all day. This place got me through some hard times lol and the best bang for your buck both with quality and quantity. Perfect place for a big guy like me and I've never had a bad meal here EVER! Also try the train wreck! It's the shizzz

The first thing that stood out to me about The Lunch Box was the prices. It's a little…read morehole-in-the-wall sandwich shop with old-school charm, and it's hard to beat how affordable everything is nowadays. The service was great as well. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and our food came out quickly. I ordered a turkey club while my dad got one as well, and unfortunately we both had the same issue. The turkey was on the dry side, and it was sliced much thicker than I personally prefer. I tend to like a thinner deli-style sliced turkey, so it just wasn't my favorite sandwich. My mom ordered one of the salads though, and honestly it looked better than my sandwich. It was loaded with fresh toppings, and she said the ranch was excellent. If I come back, I'd probably skip the sandwich altogether and give one of the salads a try. Overall, I can definitely appreciate what they're going for. The prices are fantastic, honestly unheard of in present day, and that's the main reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 3. It's a true local spot, and I wouldn't mind giving it another chance to try something different from the menu.

9/9/26 We had visited McAlister's Deli a couple of times when we visited from Minnesota years ago…read more We moved to Independence two years ago, and tonight was our first return! It did NOT disappoint. They have a variety of breads, protein choices and accruements to embellish their sandwiches. SUPER tasty and GREAT plating makes their food mighty tempting. Vance, the young man who took our orders, was knowledgeable about selections and patient with we "newbies". The layout appears to be a "fast food joint". Nothing could be further from the truth. Genuine silverware with REAL "LIVE" PLATES, ROOMY, comfortable booths or table and chairs makes for a relaxing environment. Allowing for lingering and conversation with good friends. We will DEFINITELY be returning soon!

First day of a new job Lunch!…read more New to this side of town and stopped in here for a little comfort of something I recognized. The Atmosphere - Well it was clean and tidy. Again there is little personality to most locations these days yet the functionality and the ability to clean quickly is at a premium. But, there is little about the restaurant that is comfortable or memorable. So this gets the standard 3 stars. The Staff - I had the good fortune to interact with several of the staff members this time. And ALL of them were extremely nice, kind, and friendly. They went out of their way to check on me several times and remind me that I could get a refill on my drink. They gall at the checkout even offered to bring me the desert that I had on rewards that was set to expire soon. Some of the best Customer Service I have seen in a while. - 5 stars. The Food - Well this is the number one reason to swing in. They have a number of great creations and options to pick more than one. They do let you customize a sandwich should you want. I think this is as good as it gets (unless you head to a "real" deli where YOU decide what is on the sandwich. This visit I had the Pick 2 (which is common) where I had a fantastic Club sandwich and a Chef salad. Pretty healthy over all. (I used extra dressing and ate brookie bites so scratch the healthiness). 4 stars Overall - This was a fantastic visit to an old favorite. The food could have just a little more wow... and by now you all know how I feel about the clean/institutional look and feel of eateries. A perfect lunch space. I'll be back often as they are good, healthyish, and close.

9/15/26 Bare bones tables and chairs - - does NOT bother me…read moreIN THE LEAST! I'm here for the FOOD! The place is clean and efficiently arranged. I was WARMLY WELCOMED by Teeshia herself! Other reviewers have commented on the welcoming atmosphere, and I'm here to say - - they were not joking. Teeshia was patient with this first time patron. Describing the sandwiches I was interested in ordering. They did NOT disappoint. I had the Salmon Club. It was outstanding. The brioche bun was a perfect compliment to the flavorful salmon, perfectly crispy pork bacon and colorful lettuce, tomato and (YUM!) red onion. I was well satisfied with consuming half of the delicious sandwich. My husband devoured his Ruben sandwich and proclaimed it as great. #btw: the shop offers turkey bacon for those requiring a special diet. Thoughtful touch! My carrot with vanilla ice cream is in the freezer. I look forward to savoring a bite or two for dessert. Oh WE'LL BE BACK!!!

Teeshia's was recently featured on a kcur food segment. So I had to check it out to see what all…read morethe hype is about this salmon club. OMG. I'm in love. It was so good. The buttery soft bun filled with well seasoned salmon fillet, butter lettuce, tomato, some kind of aioli and turkey bacon. You can choose pork bacon if that's your preference. Teeshia was friendly and gave prompt service. She said she's a vegan and her two fave items are the salmon club and mushroom prime rib. I'll def be back to try some of the other vegan items. They also serve ice cream sundaes and shakes. The decors is cute and there are a few tables if you want to dine in.

I have eaten at the other location a few times. I've loved the sandwiches. I didn't realize this…read morelocation existed until we ordered from them at my office. We have now ordered from them several times and I've become addicted to their sandwiches even more. The delivery is great and it's usually pretty quick. I can't speak about the building because I've only ordered for delivery from this location. The sandwiches I've had are just as good at this location as the other Bay Boys!

I love that there is a second Bay Boys location that is close to me. I love their sandwiches and…read morebeing in a fun spot in NKC just means I get to eat more of them. They have a walk up window located inside The Commons. You just order at the window and they send you a text when it's ready to be picked up. Service has always been friendly and professional and I've never experienced a problem. The bread is unique. It's a Dutch crunch so it has a nice crunchy texture on top but the bread itself has a nice chew and holds up to whatever toppings you like. I personally favor the Crown Town club. It's a classic club sandwich-turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and a chipotle mayo. I like to also add smoked Gouda because cheese improves everything imho. They also offer vegetarian options, hot sandwiches, chips, and cookies. I've honestly loved everything I've eaten from them over the years so you really can't go wrong. If you're at The Commons or even Cinder Block next door, definitely stop by and get something to eat. Highly recommend!

The UpperCut KC absolutely delivered! I had Meme's Million Dollar Burger with the brisket mac &…read morecheese. The burger was delicious, although I'd probably try a different side next time. My buddy got the loaded fries with brisket queso, steak, and brisket, and they were amazing. That brisket queso had an awesome smoky flavor, and the portions on everything were HUGE. We were both impressed with how much food we got, and everything tasted fresh and packed with flavor. It is definitely on the pricey side, but with the portion sizes and quality of the food, I'd say it was worth it. My only real complaint was the small seating area, and the wait was pretty long. That said, they're upfront about it...they make everything fresh and even warn you that they "aren't fast food." So if you're willing to wait, I'd definitely recommend giving The UpperCut KC a try. Great food and huge portions!

After a humdrum Saturday, as a date night idea, my husband and I researched butcher shops and found…read morethis place. What a find! This place has so many meat and seafood options for sale and a restaurant. Chilean sea bass was on the fresh today menu. We decided to treat ourselves. Everyone in the restaurant/store was so nice! We tried out the restaurant. My husband had the "Mariah's Badass Boss Burrito." It has lobster, crab, shrimp, and Wagyu steak. He ordered fries, which were unfortunately doggy. He said the burrito was good. I had the Teal Tide steak wrap. First of all, that "wrap" was massive. I would call it a burrito more than a wrap, ha ha. It has grilled Wagyu steak, feta cheese, beef bacon, crispy onion straws, and blueberry-jalapeño bacon jam on a rosemary tortilla. I ordered mine without the onion straws. The steak was flavorful and tender and the blueberry-jalapeño bacon jam is addicting! I ordered a side of their coleslaw and it is one of the best coleslaw recipes I've ever eaten!!! The next night, I cooked the Chilean sea bass using an online recipe for both of us. Talk about treating oneself: the filets didn't taste frozen. They were buttery and rich!!! So good!!! My husband and I loved them. Thank you for brightening up our weekend, The Upper Cut!!! You've gained two new customers.

I decided a couple of months ago that I didn't like cheeseburgers. I swore I'd never eat another…read moreone. Enter Mugs Up Drive In. I had heard they made loose beef cheeseburgers and they are good. I drove to Mugs Up Drive In. I looked for a drive through but realized people parked and waited to be served. I parked near the menu. It's only viewable at the back of Mugs Up. I found it odd., The server walked to my car immediately. I ordered. I waited probably less than five or seven minutes. Out came the food: plain Whiz burger, fried mushrooms, medium root beer. They gave the best root beer anywhere. They make their own. Quickly home. The Whiz burger was phenomenal, considering it was my first cheeseburger in months. The fried mushrooms were the best I had. Root beer was the best. The only regret, I didn't order a black cow which is a root beer float. I'll do that next time. The server was helpful and pleasant. Serving parked vehicles quickly. It was super delicious.

I stopped in recently, all the 70 years in buisness got my attention. Sincerely from my heart…read morecongratulations. I bought the mug for Independence memorabilia. My review is, for me, the burger,its not that good, its just not for me. My expectation was, they had the "IT FACTOR" for the burgers. Something you would have expected from the day, 60/70 years ago. The old larger bun, not biscuit size, grilled burger meat, mine seemed losely patted and steamed and more than pickle, onion and mustard. Maybe thats just the way its always been and others love it. Im glad I went but it is a one stop for me. I wish you another 70 years of continued service and a great icon of Independence, Mo.

I historically love Jimmy Johns. This was different. The store didn't appear as clean as a…read morerestaurant should. I had to wait TWELVE minutes for my sandwich(after I payed and ordered and they had no one else waiting), once upon a time Jimmy John's motto was "subs so fast you'll freak". During that TWELVE minute I spent waiting for my sandwich I looked around and noticed the employees did not seem very clean at all in their actions and procedures. That should have been my sign to leave, but it was lunchtime and I was hungry. Big mistake. That sandwich made me ill for the next 24 hours. It started with a little sour tummy an hour after eating and transitioned into something much worse over the next day. Be aware of this location. Unfortunately that was likely my last JJ's experience.

I recently visited Jimmy John's on Noland Road Independence Mo. As we walked in we were greeted…read moreimmediately, and I noticed the store was very clean. We ordered the box lunches and our sandwich orders were made in very short time. The staff were very friendly and thanked us for our business. While I have no issues with the staff, the prices on Jimmy John's sandwiches are a bit high and the cookies we received were stale. Unfortunately we took our food to go so we didn't realize this until we returned home. I recommend Jimmy John's but the prices are a bit high. As for the cookies I'm sure this is a rare event, because I have had the cookies in the past with no issues.