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    The Lunch Box

    4.6 (52 reviews)

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    Steak quesadilla
    Sharon M.

    In a small strip of shops, next to the barbershop, is the lunch box. I really, really wanted to like this place! Family-owned, a nice young lady behind the counter who was helpful and friendly, a good selection of menu items, etc. just too many things I ended up not liking. I just wanted a glass of water to drink but guess that was not an option so I was given a bottle. I really wanted some guacamole but when I ordered it, I found the only way their guacamole is available is spicy as they mix their guacamole with a spicy sauce. I ordered a steak quesadilla for $6.59. The price was reasonable and it was freshly made but my first six bites had tough meat/gristle in them so I had to spit it out. I was pretty well done after that. With the bottle of water my lunch was over nine dollars. I actually ended up heading over to Queen Taco on 23rd St. to make chips and guacamole my lunch and my nine bucks spent at the lunchbox was down the drain.

    Mac M.

    What else can I say about "The Lunch Box" the staff are incredibly friendly and work their tails off. The gentleman at the grill is always busy as a bee. The portions are great. They pay special attention to detail. Their food looks like the advertised menu items. They make their chips to order so they are always hot. Dollar street tacos on Wednesdays yum! And they don't skimp on the ingredients. Guacamole on the burger was fresh and tasty too. Seasoned fries... I've been here close to 20 times now and It is all very satisfying.

    Really diverse menu.
    Lee P.

    Trust Yelp on this one, it doesn't look like much. Then you walk in and the personal touch starts. It only gets better when you get food. Fresh and so much flavor. Worth the drive from I-70. Great value also. Best Mexican I have had for lunch in a long time.

    Al Pastor street tacos.

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    1 year ago

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

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    1 year ago

    Great food and experience! Prices are great, they are quick and friendly, will definitely return!

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    4 years ago

    I love the lunch box, I go there for lunch at work in Kansas City and food and prices and service is good.

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    2 years ago

    Love this little store/cafe .must visit for a good lunch.they also sell alcohol.......,.....

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    3 years ago

    Really good food! The owner is super nice! Will eat there again and again. Love the Mexican burger and the Taco's de asada..

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    3 years ago

    One of my favorite places to get breakfast burritos from, food and service is always awesome.

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    5 years ago

    Raul and his family are very caring and make the best Mexican food! His Breakfast Burritos are the best way to start your day!

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    8 years ago

    Perfect little hole in the wall restaurant, amazingly friendly staff and wonderful food. Barbacoa tacos are my favorite!

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    8 years ago

    What a hide secret in Independence!! Excellent tacos for $1!!! Plus they deliver!! Friendly, clean and made to order!

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