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    Q39 South

    4.5 (2.8k reviews)
    ModerateBarbeque, Bars, American
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Moderate noise
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    Outdoor seating

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    Kandy F.

    OH MY! This is a long overdue review. When I was in town, the family didn't feel like cooking so we ordered a to go order. We ordered three of the beef brisket and burnt ends dinner plates. We also ordered the burnt end burgers. The buffalo cauliflower florets were a hit! The Mac and Cheese were FANTASTIC! The chicken wings were delicious! Their meats were AMAZING!! Overall, a great dinner choice. Of course, dining in experience would probably been better. Parking lot was busy at the time of visit. Employees were very friendly and helpful.

    Dunkel beer
    J.P. W.

    Went with a group of 15. They split us between two tables and they were very accommodating. So yes, I'd say they can handle large groups. Menu choices are broad, as are the drinks choices. Our server Patrick (nice haircut, by the way), was very knowledgeable of what was what. He's very gregarious, attentive, and pleasant. There was one drink that was forgotten but with a child at a nearby table screaming like a Macaw, this is understandable. It was unnerving for everyone within earshot. On the other hand, she was from New Zealand and was looking forward to American lemonade. The food was very good. I'm not overly familiar with KC specific BBQ but it was very good. The Mexican street corn side dish was excellent and the burnt ends are absolutely outstanding. I'd definitely go back again. Leave the macaw at home.

    Ribs by the Rack, Judge's Plate (Pick 3)
    Josh S.

    Wow what an amazing meal. Maybe my favorite BBQ place I've had. This is one of the rare BBQ joints that feels like an upscale restaurant. The meats are perfectly smoked and cooked. The sauce is subtle and doesn't overpower the meat flavor but is very complimentary. The service was also top notch (thanks Patrick). Highly recommend a stop if you are in Kansas City.

    Burnt ends chips and dip
    Macy C.

    Classic bbq but not anything crazy. More of a casual quick stop type of place or for a large group. Chips and dip- the caramelized onion flavor was amazing and the chips were well seasoned. Could have used more burnt ends though it was just sprinkled on top. The brisket French dip was amazing and very comfort food feeling. Staff was super nice!

    Rob's Reuben
    Kris M.

    Have been here a few times and food has been good each time. Tried the March special, Rob's Rueben, and it was a very upscale Rueben. I thought it was tasty. Shared some onion straws and they were very good today, not over cooked. Sometimes they are overcooked with not much substance (onions disappear) but were spot on today. I also like the Mexican street corn. My normal go to is the Pit Master Brisket sandwich, which is always delish. My go to BBQ sauce is the BBQ aioli.... So tasty and different than my other 2 favorite joints. Hubby had the burnt end burger, it was very good. On another note, when we were being seated, the restaurant was about 1/3 full and the hostess was trying to seat us in a busy, not very desirable location. We asked to sit somewhere else and were told we couldn't sit at a specific table because a server "wasn't in that section yet." As a former waitress, I found this frustrating because in my experience, servers regularly pick up tables outside their normal section when needed, whether before all staff arrive or after servers are cut. It didn't seem like a difficult accommodation, and the rigidity took away from the overall experience. Took 1 star off b/c of this.

    The food was amazing!!!!!  Makenzi is the best!!!!!

    Makenzi is the best waitress ever!!!!! The food was amazing and the portions were delicious!!!

    Burnt ends and brisket
    Mary S.

    The restaurant was very busy upon arrival as the lunch crowd was finishing up. We were seated immediately in the back which was great. Not too loud. Our server was delightful and efficient. We weren't too hungry so we shared one plate. We were blown away by the tender brisket. One of the best, if not best by far of all the brisket we've ever had. Burnt ends and fries were also delish. The beans were a little on the sweet side for us. Overall, fantastic meal!

    Sarah S.

    My favorite place in KC was always joes but I have to say, Q39 is right up there with it. I would say this is more of an upscale place. Waitress, nice booze, fancier menu etc. I got the brisket and burnt ends...OMG, amazing! The Mac and cheese was phenomenal and so were the fries. Some damn good chicken wings as well. I would 1000% attend again.

    Shannon M.

    Our first time here. Incredible food. Elaine was an awesome waitress. Tender brisket. Melt in your mouth ribs. Delicious burnt ends. Baked beans to die for.

    Clockwise: Crispy Cauliflower Bite, Mac & Q with brisket and spiced onion straws atop, Q39 chip & dip and Turkey Melt sandwich
    Tamia L.

    So no one can pass up visiting one of KCs premier BBQ places. This was my first time at this location and it's very spacious and has historical foundation! Q39 is located where Hayward's Pit Bar B Que first opened, Johnson County's first BBQ restaurant. The history is literally displayed on the walls ... by the bathrooms. We weee s large party and our waitress, Jessica, did a good job at managing the ordering, food delivery and serving all of us. We many had couple of apps: Crispy Cauliflower Bite which were tender, honey and hot sauce; Q39 chip & dip (burnt ends and onion) which was so flavorful! Cauliflower is not my fave but this app wasn't bad and mixing the 2 sauces is definitely a Must! Now I was torn between so many things and settled on the Turkey Melt( best decision) and I just wanted a side of Mac & Q with brisket and spiced onion straws atop. Oh boy I don't get no side portion of the Mac & Q so I took it 2 go. Now that turkey sandwich was packed full of bbq turkey, cheese and Upon venturing around the restaurant and onto the patio where a nice cozy fire was going I met and had a friendly conversation with manager Ariana. Needless to say she's a good human and we're now friends.. lol! Sometimes you just get a great vibe from someone!

    Brisket & Burnt Ends plate with the best sides of Dilly Cucumbers & Apple Slaw!
    Michelle L.

    Amazing food, great service from our server Jessica! Can't wait to go back again in the future.

    Brisket and burnt ends
    Haniyyah B.

    Came to Q39 with a big group for a work dinner and it was such a great spot for a larger party. The vibe was lively but still comfortable enough to actually talk and enjoy the meal. For appetizers, we ordered a bunch for the table -- poutine, wings, fried cauliflower, chips and dips, etc. Everything was honestly really good. The portions are huge, and it was perfect for sharing. The fried cauliflower especially surprised me, and the wings were a hit with the group. For my main, I ordered the brisket and burnt ends with mac and cheese and fries as my sides. The burnt ends were SO good -- definitely the star of the meal. Super flavorful and tender. The brisket was good, but not amazing in my opinion -- still solid, just didn't wow me as much as the burnt ends did. The mac and cheese and fries were both great and, again, huge portions. I couldn't even finish my plate. They also have a dessert trio that looked SO good. I really wish I had tried it, but I was way too full by the end of the meal. Shoutout to Jessica who took care of our table -- she was so kind and attentive, especially with a big group which isn't easy. She answered all our questions, gave great recommendations, and made sure we were always taken care of. Overall, a great spot for group dinners with generous portions and standout burnt ends. I'd definitely come back!

    Competition Plates - Angus Beef Brisket, ribs with Burnt Ends
    Anil T.

    My wife and I were visiting from New York for a conference in Kansas City and wanted to try Kansas BBQ for the first time. After searching for some of the top spots in the area, Q39 came up, so we decided to give it a try. Since it was a Friday night, the place was packed, but we made a reservation online and were seated right when we arrived. Our server was pleasant, funny, and very helpful. Knowing it was our first time in the area and our first time trying Kansas BBQ, she made some great recommendations. For starters, she suggested the Beef Brisket Poutine and the "Best Wings on the Planet." Both were excellent choices--the food was absolutely incredible. For our main course, my wife and I ordered the Competition Plates with Angus Beef Brisket and Burnt Ends, and I added a side of ribs. The meat was so tender it practically melted in my mouth, and the burnt ends with BBQ sauce were rich and full of flavor. Overall, it was a fantastic dining experience and a great way to spend our weekend in Kansas City.

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    food was fantastic and our server Kamryn was awesome. Got the Mac and Q and it came out really quick.

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    Are dogs allowed on the patio?

    No, only service animals allowed on patio.

    Does anyone know if they fry anything in peanut oil? My granddaughter has a peanut allergy and we have to be careful about where we take her.

    My son has a peanut allergy also. The fries and chicken are fried in peanut oil. He just doesn't eat the fries or wings. The BBQ iteself is fine. They don't cross contaminate the meat.

    Do you have a party room? Looking for a place saturday night for 2 soccer teams and their families and Q39 is one of places we always wanted to go.

    There is no party room, but if you called quite a few days ahead of time, you might be able to get a reservation for the screened-in patio. With a group that large it would be very close to private dining. Assuming they're not packed, like every… Read more

    Does Q39 South have outdoor seating?

    Yes, they have a pretty decent sized patio seating area.

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