CHARISSE Restaurant

4.4 (511)

$31 to $50

Contemporary French / American

1006 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106

About this restaurant

Romantic
Innovative
Good for special occasions

This downtown setting is a chic urban space that is perfect for a lively happy hour, early dinner before seeing a show at the many nearby theaters, a special occasion or just a fun and casual dinner with friends.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Website
http://charissekc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jason Craine
Private party facilities
CHARISSE has a private room that accommodates up to 22 people for lunch or dinner. The entire restaurant is also available which will accommodate up to 125 diners. In addition, there is an atrium space which will accommodate several hundred. Please call for more information.

Location
1006 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106
Neighborhood
Kansas City
Cross street
10th Street
Parking details
CHARISSE has free covered parking in the garage located at 1025 Main. There is also street parking on Walnut.
Public transit
There are multiple Streetcar stops along Main just one block from Charisse.There is a bus stop across from the parking garage at 9th and Main.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

House$8.00
arcadian blend lettuce, carrot, radish, cucumber, champagne vinaigrette
Lisa's Salad$15.00
grilled shrimp, cocktail sauce, avocado, tomato, balsamic
Caesar$14.00
romaine, grilled baguette, parmesan, tomato, bacon, egg, white anchovy, *chicken or grilled shrimp
Charisse Quinoa$13.00
kale, quinoa, carrots, radish, almonds, pepitas, spinach
Roasted Beet$14.00
roquefort, baby spinach, candied nuts, pear
Grilled Salmon$14.00
baby spinach, strawberries, goat cheese, almonds, balsamic
Chèvre$12.00
warm goat cheese on toasted baguette, berries, spinach, arugula, candied nuts

Sandwiches

Croque Monsieur$12.00
all natural ham, gruyere, béchamel, toasted sourdough
Turkey Club$12.00
natural bacon, tomato, avocado, aioli, butter lettuce, wheat toast
All Natural Burger$16.00
brioche bun, butter lettuce, house pickles, frites -- ask about adding egg, grilled onion, crimini mushrooms, avocado, roquefort, gruyere, smoked gouda, bacon
French Dip$15.00
all natural ribeye, baguette, smoked gouda, grilled onion, jalapeño, au jus
Chicken Club$14.00
bacon, avocado, tomato, aioli, dijon sauce, butter lettuce, brioche bun

Entrees

Flank Steak Frites$16.00
salad, truffle fries, choice of dijon, bernaise, or peppercorn
Golden Trout$14.00
potato puree, green beans, crimini mushrooms, amandine sauce
Chicken Breast$14.00
heirloom tomato, olives, white wine, shallot, salad, frites
Herb-Crusted Tilapia$13.00
red potato, bell pepper, bacon, asparagus, tomato hash, garlic-parsley butter
Beef Bourguignon$14.00
onion, carrot, parsnip, crimini, tomato, potato puree
Quiche Du Jour$12.00
fresh ingredient quiche of the day, salad

Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at CHARISSE Restaurant.

4.4

(511)

4.4Food
4.2Service
4.3Ambience
3.3Value

Noise • Moderate

511 Reviews

J
Jibar Gold
Kansas City76 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 6, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
In our opinion, this is the best French Restaurant in Kansas City. The Duck Wontons and Caesar Salad are always highlights. The atmosphere is relaxing and pleasant. It has never been too busy when we have gone for a later dinner. Steaks, lamb and Salmon are good choices. We enjoy the 4 course dinner. I get a dessert and my husband gets 2 “firsts”. That way we can order 2 duck wontons and the mussels which are also excellent. The Caesar salad features a fried egg on top and it has been our salad choice. For dessert the flourless chocolate was delicious. Try Charisse, you will not be disappointed!
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Honeymooner
Las Vegas2 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 29, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We came here for our anniversary. There was only one server who also bartended but he was extremely efficient and it made it feel very cozy and intimate. Food was good. Wine pairings were great:
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CindyK Gold
Kansas City2 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 25, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
This is a fantastic spot for a quiet or business lunch. Only downside is the lack of parking - be sure to have a plan or be able to walk. Food is fantastic and service is usually great. They appeared a little understaffed on the day we were there - but food was still stellar.
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JanelleW
Tallahassee2 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 21, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I have never had a bad meal or service. Everything is always phenomenal. A glass of wine was ordered. I watched the bartender pour a taste from the already open bottle. He dumped the bottle and opened a new one. I’ve never seen that at a restaurant before.
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Lotus
Kansas City28 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 19, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We took our assistant out for a birthday lunch. Food delicious/ service very good.
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KenS
Mobile17 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 17, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I love eating here.
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MissinTexMex
Kansas City52 reviews
4.0
Dined on September 13, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Be sure to get there before 6 if you want to participate in happy hour. Not 6:01, but 6. As whiskey drinkers, we try to be aware of pricing on stuff when buying by the 1/2 ounce. So, a 1.5 ounce drink increased to a 2.0 ounce pour should be 1.33 times the price of the 1.5 ounce drink. Expect to pay more. Some bars charge a standard $2 "rocks" charge, for example. Not this place. Haven't quite figured out their formula, if they have one. As a customer, if the waiter says I can substitute one vegetable for another, it would help if they also mentioned there would be a $5 upcharge. Total discrepancies were a little over $10. Not a huge deal, but it unnecessarily leaves a bad taste after an otherwise great dinner. Beet salad was absolutely one of the best salads I have ever had. Waitress was pleasant and helpful (other than previously mentioned). Steak, lox, salmon were all excellent. Surprised it wasn't busier. Diners are missing out on a very (mostly) enjoyable experience.
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OpenTable Diner
South Dakota10 reviews
5.0
Dined on September 11, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Food was amazing. Quiet enough to have table conversation. Staff super nice and helpful. Recommend to others and they are there the next night. 14 of them!
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CarlaJ
Kansas City5 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 31, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Took my brother and his wife from out-of-town to our favorite KC restaurant and it did not disappoint.
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OpenTable Diner
Houston2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 17, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great place or intimate date.
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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Contemporary French / American, Comfort Food
Hours of operation
Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–2:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
Website
http://charissekc.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Jason Craine
Private party facilities
CHARISSE has a private room that accommodates up to 22 people for lunch or dinner. The entire restaurant is also available which will accommodate up to 125 diners. In addition, there is an atrium space which will accommodate several hundred. Please call for more information.

Location
1006 Walnut St., Kansas City, MO 64106
Neighborhood
Kansas City
Cross street
10th Street
Parking details
CHARISSE has free covered parking in the garage located at 1025 Main. There is also street parking on Walnut.
Public transit
There are multiple Streetcar stops along Main just one block from Charisse.There is a bus stop across from the parking garage at 9th and Main.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cafe, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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CHARISSE Restaurant

About this restaurant

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Menu

Hors D'oeuvres

French Onion Soup$7.00

Soup Du Jour$4.00

Pomme Frites$5.00

Salads

House$8.00

Lisa's Salad$15.00

Caesar$14.00

Charisse Quinoa$13.00

Roasted Beet$14.00

Grilled Salmon$14.00

Chèvre$12.00

Sandwiches

Croque Monsieur$12.00

Turkey Club$12.00

All Natural Burger$16.00

French Dip$15.00

Chicken Club$14.00

Entrees

Flank Steak Frites$16.00

Golden Trout$14.00

Chicken Breast$14.00

Herb-Crusted Tilapia$13.00

Beef Bourguignon$14.00

Quiche Du Jour$12.00

Reviews

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