Had a holiday dinner. Celebration here recently and everyone left happy!! You have to start with their famous onion rings as a starter. I love their burnt ends and all of their sides are awesome. Beans, slaw and fries. Others got staples like ribs and brisket. My wife had salmon salad and loved it. They also make great drinks at the bar. They have an unusual twist on the Old Fashioned read more

World Cup attendees get you 20% add to you bill automatically Ask your self this question. Since the World Cup is here. Is it worth it to automatically charge 20% gratuity to the bill? The waitress told us don't worry about the tip since it was automatically added. The service was slow as molasses. Those severs have the upper hand because they know they are getting that tip regardless whether they work hard or not. I was listening to her excuse why they add 20% on top. Total horse crap. The excuse is since other countries don't tip since the World Cup. Total horse crap !!!!! read more

My fave bbq spot I have found this week in KC, wings are smoked to perfection and fall off the bone 9/10. I had never had lamb ribs before but these were incredible. Also fall off the bone and the rub is sooo flavorful 10/10. Ham was solid but nothing special. Highly recommend trying the lamb ribs and wings read more

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So glad I was able to come here with my family the other night. We got seated right away and our waitress took our orders. My cousin ordered a drink with Irish whiskey and the bartender came back and said they did not have Jameson whiskey. He asked if she had any Irish whiskey at all and she said no. He ordered a Diet Coke instead. He got the burnt ends and they looked amazing. I got the 2 item entree with brisket and beef ribs and fries. The food was hot when I got it and it was delicious. Those beef ribs were beefy and very tender. A little bit of their bbq sauce and they were mouth watering making you want more. The brisket was good too but kind of odd they sliced the brisket in very thin slices and piled them on top of each other. I would have much rather had a 1/4 in inch slices of brisket like people normally serve. But they were still good. I also got a side salad and it was fresh and delicious too. Too bad they don't have thousand islands salad dressing. Overall this place seemed like one of the nicer beer Jack Stacks in town. If you get a chance order those beef ribs as they were really good. I saw for $3.00 you can upgrade to a high grade of beef for the beef ribs. read more

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Overall, a good experience. Service was great, even though it did take a bit for one fo our kids meals to come out. It was comped, and free dessert. The smoked queso burnt ends was amazing! The smokey flavor smell is the best thing ever, you should candle it. The only reason not 5 stars is i prefer my brisket to be thicker pieces. It was rather dry and not super juicy like a good brisket. Same for the sausage. read more

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This location has always been great every time we go here. The food is amazing. They keep it clean. The service is great. Want to get a half order of two different sides? You can do that as well. They give you an enormous amount of food for your money. Everything tastes great. I specifically enjoy the "Poor Russ" sandwich. I enjoy the flavor of the BBQ sauce, it tastes really good on fries. This is by far my favorite BBQ place to go. read more

Jack Stack Barbecue - Lenexa - This is called a "Poor Russ" which has chopped beef, pork and sausage burnt ends. With a half order of beans and fries. - Barbeque Near Me - Lenexa, Kansas

I was in Kansas City for business and thought let me try some Kansas City barbecue and I located this Jack Stack and I was not disappointed. I ordered the lamb ribs and baked beans as a side. The meat was for the most part tasty and tender. I do think a pork rib somehow got into the crate with my ribs because one of the bones wasn't as tender and didn't taste like lamb but I didn't mind because the ribs overall were good and cooked well. The sauce was tangy and good. I ordered some spicy on the side. The baked beans were smoky and there were meat in the beans. The beans sauce was delicious and sweet but not overly sweet. There were a few pickle slices in the crate with the meat. The portion was just right for me as I ate off it for two days. I recommend this location and the lamb ribs and the beans. I got my food delivered. read more

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Had lunch with my aunt and cousin today and it was overall a good experience. The restaurant is clean and well decorated. The staff was very nice. The jalapeño corn bread we got to start was delicious. I got the pulled pork baked potato and it was good but not outstanding. read more

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Good food as always but wait staff seemed overly busy and under staffed. We sat down at 5:30 with a group of 5, so not their busiest time to serve. When we go out for an expensive dinner (& it is, let's be honest for bbq), I expect a few things to happen... I expect someone to check on us once our food is delivered and I expect water/drinks to be refilled. I expect to be able to find my waiter/waitress if we need something. This wasn't the case this time around. read more

This had to have been one of the worst restaurant experiences we have ever had. We were recommended this place by a friend who lives in the area. He says great food! So it's unfortunate that we did not get that for our time here. First off, our waitress was absolutely terrible. She was actually rude to us and couldn't even remember her co workers name that was helping her. I kind you not, she literally tossed me the check at the end of the lunch. She only came by the table one time while we were there to refill waters. Never asked if we needed anything or if we even liked the food. Basic courtesy. Secondly, the barbecue was just okay for the price. I was expecting an authentic KC barbecue experience and it was just meh. Thirdly, and we were not aware at all, when we got the bill, they charge a World Cup service fee of 20% ! Just to let you know, we were only a party of five, and it was dead in the restaurant. (We came around 2:30pm). I don't think the service fee would have bothered me so much if the staff wasn't so bad. Really bad. Would not ever come back read more

The food here was amazing! If you're craving BBQ I highly recommend eating here. I had the onion ring which the batter was unlike any other batter I've tasted. It was excellent! I had the potato with burnt ends and every bite was scrumptious! The meat was cooked perfectly. The sauce tasted fantastic. Other people in our party had ribs and also commented on how perfect they were cooked. The Carrot Cake was so moist and the light drizzled frosting really made the cake and complimented the overall taste. If was the best carrot cake I've ever had! We were here passing through in our way back to CO. So if you're craving BBQ I highly recommend you eat here! read more

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I have never eaten in-house. Always have had take during family get-togethers with 10-20 people. Jack Stack is well-equipped for large takeout orders. Everything is done promptly on time to the minute you have requested it over the phone (online). If you are able, walk inside to pick up your order at the takeout window because then you will see the operation in progress -- a dozen fast-moving experts packing your meal beautifully and efficiently. It is quite a sight! The side dishes are stupendous. The meat is delectable. They will load you up with more BBQ sauce than you will ever eat. We love the brisket, burnt-ends, spicy wings, and pork ribs. BBQ in KC is an experience similar to lobsters in Maine. Be ready for a feast. I have tried others that were just a step below Jack Stack. This place is our go-to for annual family reunions. One day I promise myself to dine-in, as the restaurant (in Lenexa) is beautiful and suitable for mid-west heavy-eating BBQ fans. read more

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I use Jack Stack for catering all the time from OP or Freight House and one thing they do better than most is consistency between locations. My wife had a corporate luncheon in Lenexa last week and the sides were cold and the burnt ends were dry and inedible. She was too nice to return the plate for another. read more

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This place is always busy during the lunch and dinner hours so it must be good. We visited Jack Stack Lenexa while on vacation in Kansas City from California. I ordered the pork ribs and my daughter had the burnt ends. Everything was incredible! The burnt ends are other worldly. The service was also first class. We had six people at our table and our server did a great job! read more

Popped in for lunch and sat at the bar. Had burnt ends, brisket, and asparagus. All were delicious. I'm reducing sugar in my diet so I wish they had not put the sauce on the meat but not a negative for most people. Bar tender took great care of me and I left a happy camper! read more

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In Lenexa for work, our hotel was right next door to Jack Stack, so we ate here a couple of nights. This place was never not busy. The service was good, the place is clean and the food was really good. Best bbq ever? Nah, but it was a solid four stars and they have an impressive menu. My favorites were the wings and the lamb ribs, not overly seasoned and just the perfect bit of chew. Be warned, if you pay via QR code at the table, you will be in their e-mail list. So, now I know what specials they are running from my home in DC. read more

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The service is good here and the ambiance is nice too. What wasn't so great is the food. I had the baby back ribs and they were very dry. The burnt ends for an appetizer didn't have much flavor and the sides were awful. The corn I had was swimming in sauce and there was no flavor to it at all. Overall was not great and I would not visit again without a menu makeover. read more

I had the Tuesday burnt end special with half beef and half pork. I get that they are burnt ends but some were a bit dry. I did like the baked beans and put the meat in them to bring home. read more

One of my absolute favorite BBQ places. The cheesy potatoes are absolutely to dieeee for ! The beans are delicious and the coleslaw is a nice light refreshing element. We got the pork and beef burnt ends. The service was really good ! I love that it's a nicer sit down BBQ place. You can dress up or down! read more

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Outstanding barbecue with service that matches. The ambiance is rich as the flavor of the Mac and cheese. The sides are almost as good as the burnt ends. I would recommend the cheesy corn, corn bread, spinach strawberry salad, or mac and cheese. Pair this with a nice wine or cocktail if the evening calls for it! read more

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A great experience like always! If it's your first visit, a great insider hack to know is that you can ask to split your entree side into two small sides and you'll still have plentyy of food!! Free dessert on birthdays- highly recommend the carrot cake! read more

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Okay, what can I say about Jack Stack. I've eaten at most of the bar-b-que places in the Greater Kansas City area. All the Big names and a few of the smaller establishments, plus numerous restaurants across the country including Virginia, South Carolina, Tennesse, Texas and even California. In my opinion, while there is good bar-b-que out there, it's hard to beat KC. Having said that Jack Stack, for the price, doesn't quite "stack" up against some of the others. The restaurant is a little more upscale than some, fitting into the casual dining category. The staff were fast and friendly. Our food arrived within minutes, which is a plus. However, the chicken was dry as was the pulled pork. The brisket was tender and flavorful. The potato salad was not to my liking, but that is due to personal taste. I found the cheesy corn intriguing and the backed beans were spot on. The cole slaw was also below my bar for good slaw. I haven't been to a Jack Stack in years, but I seem to remember their onion rings, while just as big and juicy as before, used to have a different batter. These rings had a cornmeal batter. While good, I miss the original. Still Jack Stack is not one to pass up. I'm sure the dry meats were the exception, not the rule. read more

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Not sure why I've never been here!!! Service was friendly, nice, clean establishment with a business-casual feel. The food was great! I think my favorite part was the smoked salmon dip with crostinis. read more

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In town to visit family and after a long drive,we decided to stop in for dinner. After a 20 minute wait,the staff was really attentive, took our orders right away,and allowed us to enjoy our meals without constant disruptions. The food was great, although my brisket was cold. It was still tasty. The BBQ sauce was a runaway favorite for all of us. The unexpected star was the broccoli with garlic butter. Absolutely delicious! Lamb ribs were good,as well as the burnt ends. My husband thought the turkey was ok. The ambiance was really nice and even though it was busy it wasn't too loud that we couldn't hear each other talk. This is another spot worth repeating next time we're in town. read more

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Tried the French Dip at Jack Stack BBQ and really enjoyed it. The roast beef was flavorful and the melted cheese paired perfectly with the soft toasted roll. The au jus had great flavor and made each bite even better when dipped. Definitely something I'd order again. read more

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Come here every so often , and I have always loved this place . We actually had a rehearsal dinner here and the staff was an amazing . The Manager that set everything up was absolutely awesome in getting everything to work perfectly . The food and drink were amazing. We will always come back. read more

Wow. What an absolutely terrible experience. 1. The servers are wonderful, this review is entirely about management. 2. What I witnessed was completely unacceptable and honestly disturbing. I was sitting right near the kitchen door and overheard management LITERALLY screaming at staff. 3. I feel physically sick.... A manager screaming at staff like that? Completely unprofessional and embarrassing. There is no excuse for treating employees with that level of disrespect, no matter the situation. 4. I watched a manager berate a server for no clear reason, raising their voice in a way that made the entire environment uncomfortable. It was awkward, hostile, and completely unnecessary. Management like that creates a toxic workplace, and it shows. 5. It's incredibly disappointing to see someone in a leadership position behave so poorly. If this is how staff are treated in public, I can only imagine what goes on behind the scenes. read more

We had a group of six and Jack Stack took great care of us. Inside was clean and inviting. We got seated fast and our drink order was in instantly. We ordered dinner and it felt like it was out in just minutes. I had the beef burnt ends with the hot bbq sauce. It was the perfect mix of spicy and savory. The Mac and cheese was the perfect side. It was a great dinner! Great service, great food! read more

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Pickup guy very helpful. Food was good as it always is. On way home from MCI so timing and location ( Lenexa) worked perfectly. Called it in and pickup was on time. read more

So I was in Kansas City for some family business & it was my birthday, so we drove out to Lenexa. Establishment seemed sanitary & staff was very pleasant. I had a choice between fish and chicken as I don't do red meat. Got half bbq chicken which was very mediocre, fully loaded potato less the bacon tasted fresh & healthy, not good or bad. Got appetizers which were jalapeño cornbread which was just ok but the fried mushroom were spectacular, my wife said the pork chops were good. I ordered a family fashion drink which was b low mediocre. I would go back for the mushrooms but everything else was mediocre. If you are in the area, it's ok but nothing to rave about except the fried mushrooms. read more

Excellent location with ample parking and the high quality bbq that Jack Stack is famous for. Most KC BBQ places make excellent smoked meats so when I'm trying to decide where to eat I usually pick based on the experience I want to have. Jack Stack gives you that upscale sit-down restaurant experience with an energetic wait staff that check in frequently, but not too frequently. For this meal I was meeting my 16 year old and wanted a longer dinner experience (because these teenagers are itching to leave as soon as the meals over lol). So I slow rolled the drink orders, appetizers, and main course order. We got a half stack of onion rings and one of the combo platters for two ($40) it had brisket, pulled pork, ribs, turkey and three HEAVENLY sides. Jack Stack's cheesy corn, pit beans, and coleslaw are the holy triumvirate of sides in my opinion. Overall, we enjoyed an excellent meal and conversation, with a relatively inexpensive bill and plenty of leftovers for later. read more

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First time dining in a Jack stack, we've had it catered for parties many times. I opted for the smoked chicken Cobb salad and a side of fries. It could have used an extra side of ranch or some salt, but otherwise really tasty!! Service was excellent as well. We went for the fourth for lunch at noon, and by the time we left at about 1, things were starting to get very busy. read more

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Decided to go for KC Restaurant week and was not disappointed. The cornbread and ribs are amazing! Service was excellent, nothing to complain about there read more

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Lauren was a great server and knowledgeable about the menu, special cuts, etc. Tasty meal at a competitive price.

Long live the king. And Jack Stack is the king of Kansas City BBQ. So why only 4 stars for this location? Well, while the food was 5 stars (and it almost always is), the parking lot is somewhat limited, it was a bit of a cluster even reserving a table in advance, and it felt like the wait staff was a bit off their game (initial server took a while to get to us, then we switched servers?, and a different one yet ended up bringing our tab? Just odd for a Jack Stack). This location also seems a smidge more cramped than the others I've been too. And the lighting/decor choices here...uhh...leave a bit to be desired. All that said, the crown prime beef rib is still undefeated. The cheesy potato bake is one of the best side dishes in existence. And the jalapeno cornbread is an elite appetizer. All were absolutely perfect. Food: 5/5 stars. Parking/getting a table/wait staff/decor: 3.5 stars. read more

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When visiting, I went twice in three days! So many locals recommended Jack Stack and with good reason. It was perfect for a 3-person business meeting and also as 1-person take-out. The winning items for me are the BEEF burnt ends and the LAMB ribs. They are cravable, juicy, so tender, and incredible. read more

We went into Jack Stack's for a late lunch, we walked in and waited a few minutes at the Hostess stand before someone came to greet/seat us. It was not busy at all but I believe a server was talking to her table when we walked in. She came over to greet us once she saw us, it was myself, my mom and a friend that we had brought up to Lenexa for an Eye Appointment. We were sat in the bar area since my mom stated she wanted to sit somewhere warm. The restaurant is beautiful with Old Pioneer Day pictures. The bar area was somewhat sectioned off-it had glass from the booths up-the bar area was very nice area with bar top dining and booths/tables. There is also patio seating for those nice warm days. Our server/bartender came and greeted us quickly upon us getting sat(I did not get her name-short dark hair friendly lady)she took our drink ordered and asked if we would like to try the jalapeño cornbread, onion rings or any other appetizer. I told her we would look first then decide. My mom ordered the cornbread when she came back and then we decided on our lunch. We all 3 shared the KC Combo with the 3 meats, I knew it would be enough for me and the other 2(older ladies that don't eat much)and it was a perfect amount. You could add another side like the cheesy potatoes! If you have not tried KC BBQ definitely hit up Jack's-they have several locations around KC and surrounding areas outside of KC. Our Server checked on us frequently and kept my Dr.Pepper filled! Overall the atmosphere, service, and food were great! read more

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Everything I got was delicious, except for the cornbread lol! The drinks are pricey and small but they are DELICIOUS. Free parking out front but it does get busy. The burnt ends were my favorite. read more

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Snooty guy at the front desk set the tone from the beginning. Server didnt come back to the table mid-service to ask if anyone needed anything else. Food was good, but not great. Normally love the food so not sure if this was an off night. read more

I decided to give them a second chance. My second visit to Jack Stack was totally different. Jed, Adam, and the other gentleman (sorry I forgot his name) were fantastic. I also received a call Bennett regarding my experience. His diligence in following up days after I left Lenexa and offering to "make it right" says a lot. read more