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Zarda

3.5 (282 reviews)
ModerateBarbeque, Sandwiches
Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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Moderate noise
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Dogs allowed
Good for kids

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Ashton W.

Zarda BBQ is a KC staple. The wings are NEW on thier menu ,and they are a hit . Try the turkey crunch sandwich it's delicious. I love how they give back to thier community with every bottle sold going back steps of faith foundation. The service is top tier . Old school vibe but very clean and nostalgic!

Half slab of ribs
Monica R.

After an appointment in the area, I spotted Zarda BBQ and their drive-thru. With a bit of a drive ahead and rush hour approaching, my mom and I figured the drive-thru would be the easiest option and a good chance to try a new restaurant and some ribs. We ordered the half slab of ribs with coleslaw and baked beans. Service was surprisingly quick for BBQ, which was a nice plus. Once we got home and unpacked the bag, we realized we'd been given potato salad instead of the coleslaw. The ribs were placed on a couple slices of bread and wrapped in foil, but unfortunately, they weren't very meaty, so it was hard to get a decent bite. I didn't care for the BBQ sauce or the beans. The potato salad, while not what we ordered, turned out to be pretty decent, so that was good. Loved the convenience of the drive-thru, but overall, the food just didn't hit the mark for me.

Limited edition burnt end sandwhich and beans.
Libby G.

We always have a wonderful time at Zarda barbecue. You order at the counter and this is one of the few places that doesn't automatically ask you to tip. However, the staff are friendly and efficient. We love their limited selection burn ends. There is an up charge for them, but it is so worth it. They have a great selection of sides. Besides the typical coleslaw, baked beans, French fries, and onion rings, they have corn nuggets, cheesy corn, potato salad, and a few other choices. They have a selection of sauces that is quite varied. I believe one is raspberry flavored and apple flavored. There is a sweet Carolina as well as a spicy and their regular sauce. Don't neglect the bakery items individually wrapped and by each cash register. We've tried different brownies, the peanut butter frosted one is wonderful as is their sugar cookie.

Jolene M.

Hello BBQ greatness. Amazing flavors. The burnt ends had me drooling. So many choices but favorites have to be the wingz and KC Royal with cheese. Great service.

Burnt Ends!
Amanda P.

Went to check out Zarda and try their new wings and new sauce, Thunder Berry! Think chipotle meats raspberry. The dusted wins were my absolute fav! And I loved the sauce with my fries and burnt ends. Which burnt ends are always a yes. I also tried the KC Takeaway Sandwich & The KC Royale with cheese. Both start with Burnt Ends and end in goodness. Check out this location for some goodness and great service and the friendliest people including the owner!

Beef burnt ends half pound
Amy J.

Pork burnt ends were well sauced but small, not particularly juicy but definitely not hard or dry. Just sort of meat chunks but not remarkable at all. Not sure why they sell these sort of diet version of the actually delicious BEEF burnt ends they sell. The beef burnt ends were actually juicy and sizeable. They had good flavor but were even better with the maple tasting sweet barbecue sauce. They also sent a non sweet sauce which was not spicy but had good spice flavor and was not bad at all. The cheesy corn was not bad but not great either. Just kinda there. The crispy brussel sprouts were fried and mushy to perfection. Tons of greasy flavor! Will update as we eat. The beef brisket was awful. It was super duper dry even though I specifically requested fatty brisket cuts. Seriously dried my mouth out and I couldn't eat more than a bite. It was just roast beef.

Fries Fried Mushrooms
Colleen L.

I would consider Zarda fast food bbq. It's not the best in the area but it's also not terrible. If I wanted bbq but was in a hurry, this would be a good option. Plus they have a drive thru and lunch specials. Which is great for a quick midweek lunch break. I tried a large sliced meat sandwich with beef and sausage. It was good sized but it was definitely not as large as I expected. The meat was a bit dry but had good flavor. The Hogie roll held up well with all the meat. The sauce is definitely needed and I really liked theirs. It's classic KC. My boyfriend also got a sandwich but opted for ham so I tried that as well. I think it was my favorite of the three meats. We tried a variety of sides-fries, bbq beans, and mac and cheese. I'm super picky on my bbq beans and these weren't doing it for me. I wasn't a fan of the flavor but others really like it. Definitely personal preference here. The fries were good. They were thickly cut and not greasy. The portion size was a bit small. The Mac and cheese was my favorite of the sides we tried. It was creamy and not overcooked. Again, the portion size was dinky. I could have used a lot more of that! You can also get pickles, which I did! They are .35 a piece or $3.50 for 10. We took it to go but ordered inside. The cashier was helpful. The food was out quickly. The interior is kinda old school cowboy. It was clean. And they have a lot of parking. Or the drive thru.

A scoop of beef burnt ends and a scoop of pork burnt ends
Joy S.

We love this place. Ordered online to take home. I struggle with serious allergies and textures, they followed every change I put in the notes. They did forget some sides and drinks but they got them to us before we left the parking lot and threw in a couple dessert. .

Michele I.

Zarda BBQ is a great local eatery in the heart of Lenexa. They have an array of sauces that compliment their variety of meats. We are a fan of the sliced sausage and burnt ends. Their dining area is rustic and classic; a nice gathering place to enjoy Kansas City Barbecue.

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Terrible. I got a 1/4lb of burnt ends and 1/4lb of brisket. I took a bite of each and threw it away.

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8 months ago

BBQ hit the spot! Staff was friendly and aimed to please. Boulevard on tap and the wings were great!

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Way overpriced and not very flavorful in my family's opinion. I do like the beans though!

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Great food. Beans and turkey are excellent. Staff and location are friendly and inviting. Love it.

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Tucked away in a small corner of Lenexa, Monkey King Chinese BBQ & Noodle Restaurant feels like one…read moreof the most authentic Chinese spots in the Kansas City metro area. Their menu consists of a lot of dishes, and some are quite unique .. you don't usually see items like bird's nest dishes at most Chinese restaurants around here except for maybe Bolings. Me and my husband visited on a Saturday night around 8 pm and really devoured our meal. The menu can feel a bit overwhelming at first, but you honestly can't go wrong with stir fries at any Chinese restaurant. For appetizers, we ordered chicken egg rolls, which were hefty and filling. For the main course, I ordered the chicken in black bean stir fry, and my husband got the shrimp Kung Pao chicken stir fry. We paired both with steamed rice. The black bean chicken was rich and earthy, with that deep, slightly funky flavor from the fermented black beans. It was very umami, salty and complimented nicely with the fresh, crisp vegetables and well-cooked chicken. I really liked it. The shrimp Kung Pao was spicy and tangy, with perfectly cooked shrimp (the fried shrimp covering was chefs kiss) and crispy veggies. Overall, we really enjoyed the food. The egg rolls were about $4 for two pieces, and the stir fries were around $17+ each. The portions are quite large compared to other places in the area, so the pricing seemed reasonable. For 2 main course dishes your bill could easily reach up to $40. Otherwise, The restaurant was clean, the staff was kind, and service was quick. It also wasn't too crowded when we visited. I would rate the service 4/5, mainly because we had to ask for silverware, condiments, and tissues separately. The food, though, is definitely a 5/5. Highly recommended! I will definitely return to have more dishes like beef chow fun, the soups and last, but not least BIRDS NEST!!

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