(Parts from original review 10/13/2022) * OMGOODNESS!…read more We soooo enjoyed our meal here. This restaurant serves up huge portions and extremely delicious Mediterranean fare. I'm always taking food home. The fresh vegetables they served in our salads were positively the freshest we've enjoyed outside of our home. The Lamb was magnificent! Also the falafel and the hummus were the best we've ever had. Smooth and savory, without being too acidic and overpowering with lemon. The entire meal was unforgettable in a great way! We'll be loyal patrons for life! So glad they opened this location so close to our home. They also serve up the best fresh squeezed lemonade ice ever had... I ordered the mint flavored lemonade. However, they have cherry, strawberry, and blueberry as well.. all fresh made to order. Only one size... about 32 ounces... also enough to share! We highly recommend at "any hour", always hot, and always fresh to order! A must try!

Walked in and guy behind the counter was picking his nose …read more... Food was ok. Wasn't impressed with the tshirt promotion of humussexual..... yep play on words. Definitely don't follow the Yaweh I serve. Won't go back.

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.

We went here for Mother's Day and it was pretty busy. We had the butter board appetizer which was…read moreokay. The butter was super fluffy and light and the bread was a great crunchy texture, but other than that I feel like it lacked that extra flavor to take it up a notch. We also tried the calamari which was pretty good. For my entree I had the Romano chicken alla vodka. It was genuinely so so good! I feel like the ambiance was okay, it was packed and really loud but I figure that's just because it was a holiday. It was also weirdly dark in there which I'm not a fan of. Our waiter was nice but smelled like he just got back from smoking a cigarette every time he came to the table.

Outstanding service The ambience was very sophisticated…read morewith dark wood. It's a standalone building so it's easy to find but unless you're looking carefully, you could drive right by it. Spinach dip was creamy and chips were high-quality. Brisket grilled cheese was an interesting combination and worked really well together. French dip was almost like butter accommodated my request for horseradish sauce in addition to the normal creamy that they give you. Blackened salmon with guacamole salad was outstandin; a whole meal in itself FYI, they do get busy at lunch so if you get there around 11:30 you shouldn't have a problem.

Okay Modern Market, I see you…read more I was on the hunt for a healthy-ish spot for lunch (I mean, hello it is January), when I came upon Modern Market Eatery on Yelp. Upon doing some research I learned it's a scratch kitchen specializing in clean eats, and that it's a chain. A win for the health options, a ding for the chain, but not all chains are bad, an we are living in a time where there are some winners. So, I packed myself up and headed down the road to Prairie Village. It's still fairly new, and it has that squeaky clean feeling to it when you arrive. Inside it's counter service and you seat yourself (they will bring the food to you). It kind of reminded me of how Noodles and Company felt when they first became a thing way back in the early 2000s. I ordered a thai salad that came in at under 400 calories so I was honestly skeptical at how big or flavorful it would really be when it arrived, and holy cow was it good. The chicken was cold, but still held some flavor, the dressing was great, there were fresh veggies, pickled onions. It was one of the best 400 calorie meals I've had in a long time. My dad ordered the salmon curry and he also enjoyed his though I didn't try it so jury's out on my opinion! I left full and happy to have discovered this spot. I'll be back soon!

Yesss a healthy option near me! The Buddha bowl was amazing and felt so good to eat - you can sub…read morein things like avocado and mushrooms to your liking. The tofu in this bowl was some of the best tofu I've ever had! My partner ordered a banh mi and loved the spice level. They also make fresh and interesting lemonades, like cucumber mint and hibiscus! Everything you get here makes you feel like you're doing something right for your body. I left feeling the right amount of full and very satisfied! I super appreciate being able to have Modern Market so nearby, and I'm shocked I hadn't tried it sooner!

Our first time to Cava! We had a good experience. They offer a great kids meal and value!read more

We went for lunch last Saturday for the first time. I was glad I looked at Yelp reviews, because…read moreall of the choices were a little overwhelming. The staff were pretty friendly and patient. My husband got a lamb bowl and I got chicken. I really enjoyed the crazy feta. I was a little disappointed that they offered free pita chips for a 5 star review. At first, I just thought it was for a review and I was happy to do. My husband heard the 5 star part and neither one of us were comfortable with that since we had never been there. So, we bought the pita chips and they were the best part of the meal.

Big thank you to Sierra for the excellent service!…read more Enjoy your weekend! Thanks for all the refills!

This was my first time, but not my last time. Our service was top notch started from the moment we…read morewere seated to the moment we left, the manager even came by to make sure we were doing okay. My drink was tasty in well worth.The price and my food was amazing and healthy win win! The restaurant was packed because people were watching soccer, but we were fortunate to find a great parking spot, but it was a little challenging to leave because people were parking all over the place to try to get in. Look forward to coming back when we are in town.

So this restaurant offers vegan cuisine which isn't my typical type of meal…read more I simply selected the best option that I knew I could palate. Choose 2: soup & salad combo was sound decision. Mediterranean salad which had fresh ingredients and a nice lemon tahini dressing along with a bowl of chefs choice. The hibiscus oasis was very refreshing. The restaurant had a light open layout, wooden table & chairs, modern aesthetic.

*Wonderful Staff* *Beautiful Space*…read more*Delicious Food* What else could you want?? We visited for lunch and kept it simple - two apps and an entree. What a treat! We didn't sample, but next time I'd like to try a flight of their wellness drinks! The LETTUCE CRUNCH WRAPS (soy-glazed jicama & tofu, lentil, pickled veg, walnut, cilantro, sesame dip) were an absolute favorite. Highly recommended! The texture was very well balanced. Silky smooth butter lettuce and a delicious sauce on the side, although it truly didn't even need it. The AVOCADO TOSTADAS (blue corn tostada, guacamole, quinoa, white bean, radish, pickled red onion, super seed) were yummy, but our least favorite of the three. Instead of a thin layer of mashed avocados, I'd honestly just put a few nice slices of avocado for the bulk of it. Taste was lovely! It is a totally cold dish, fyi. The HARVEST WOK BOWL (split pea-fu, beluga lentil, farro, snap pea, greens, brown rice, daikon, cashew, ginger-scallion sauce) was completely phenomenal. I could do without the split pea-fu, but it probably added some great nutrition! The FLAVOR and texture of this dish was so so good. I can't even right now. (As my teenager would say...) Enjoy!!

This place was a complete vibe! I ordered a flight of margaritas, and every single one was…read moreabsolutely delicious. I also got the taco flight, while my husband ordered the quesabirria tacos....everything was fantastic. We started with the guacamole, which was made table side right in front of us, and it was hands down the BEST guacamole I've ever had! My daughter loved the salsa, and the dessert flight was the perfect sweet ending to an amazing meal. The service was outstanding, the atmosphere was incredible, and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. I will definitely be back! This is officially my new favorite Mexican restaurant in Kansas City and, in my opinion, the best Mexican food in town.

Upon first glance, the place looks well-decorated, lively, has good vibes, etc. However, I was…read morepretty disappointed upon closer inspection. My friend and I went on a Saturday night. There was a wait of about 20 min-- not bad. I was excited that the food would be fresh! The music was quite loud, but I suppose that's to be expected of any place on a weekend night. When we sat down, we were given chips and salsa. When we asked for hot salsa, it was an extra charge. Even though most Mexican places provide a spicy version at no charge, we went ahead and decided to try it. I wouldn't recommend it. The flavor was almost bitter, and it didn't seem fresh. I ordered the quesadilla with shredded chicken, and it arrived sopping wet. The tortilla on the bottom was soggy, and I ended up having to heat it with a fork and knife. There was barely any cheese. The side of beans lacked in flavor. The only highlight of the dinner was their queso. However, at $8 for their smallest portion, I felt like it would have been easier to just buy Gordo's queso from the store and eat it at home. To top it off, I felt like the restaurant was dirty. If you look closely at the chairs, walls near the tables, under the tables, and in corners, it feels like the surfaces haven't been cleaned properly. If I were to recommend some place else in the area that's comparable in terms of type of food and ambiance, I'd recommend Palacio Maya in Independence (not the one in the Northland).

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

10/10 atmosphere with old/elegant aesthetic and outdoor seating…read more Limited menu but very high quality options & diverse protein options for a reasonable price Bolognese was exceptional!!! They don't skimp on the meat and the noodle had a perfect al dente bite. Crab cake appetizer was super good with 2 large pieces

I stopped by Vivilore this July to update my garden review as in May those epic gardens had not…read morebeen planted yet by the new owner. The gardens were filled in and their outdoor patio looked inviting. When this July 2026 heat wave has passed I'll return to sit on the patio and enjoy the great vibes.