Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Kansas City, MO

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Ted's Taproom

4.9

4.9 (16)

$30 and under

Cocktail Bar

Downtown / River Market

About the restaurant

Located in Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads district, Ted’s Taproom offers an intimate and authentic jazz club experience. Founded by Jon Copaken in honor of his late friend Ted Burns, a passionate jazz enthusiast, the venue was created as an elegant yet approachable space to enjoy exceptional cocktails, light fare, and live music. With performances Tuesday through Sunday, Ted’s Taproom welcomes devoted jazz lovers and newcomers alike, helping expand Kansas City’s renowned live jazz scene. Whether you’re stopping in for happy hour, settling in for a showcase performance, or enjoying a late-night drink, Ted’s Taproom offers a warm atmosphere, great cocktails, and an unforgettable soundtrack.

Tuesday–Thursday: 5 PM doors • 5–7 PM happy hour • 7–10:30 PM live music • 10:30 PM–12 AM reverse happy hour

Friday–Saturday: 5 PM doors • 5–7 PM happy hour + live music • 8–11 PM showcase • 11 PM–1 AM reverse happy hour + live music

Top review

Dave

Dined on Oct 30, 2026

Ted's is one of our favorite places in KC. The service, food, drinks and the overall vibe (sophisticated yet comfortable), is absolutely on point. Add in live jazz and you've made it even better. Always look forward to our next visit.

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Experience

Wind Down Wednesday's!

Anjin

4.9

4.9 (38)

$50 and over

Izakaya

Downtown / River Market

About the restaurant

Inspired by the lively spirit of Japanese izakayas, Anjin will serve up handcrafted udon, rotating yakitori, and daily seasonal specials in an intimate setting at 1708 Oak St, Kansas City, Missouri. We are 20 side by side seats surrounding the kitchen for a more interactive experience.

Behind the bar, you’ll find a curated lineup of shochu, sake, and crisp Japanese beers, the perfect complement to bold flavors and good company.

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Josephine

Dined 6 days ago

Incredible experience. Food, service and ambiance were all top notch. I waited 3 months for this reservation and it was well worth the wait. How incredibly lucky are we to have this restaurant in our city. 10/10 recommend. Will be back again.

Westport Cafe & Bar

4.9

4.9 (861)

$31 to $50

French

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Located in the heart of Westport, Westport Café & Bar is a quaint, Parisian-inspired bistro offering French fare and craft specialty cocktails. Hailing from France, co-owners Kevin Mouhot and Romain Monnoyeur execute modern dishes using simple, fresh ingredients and serve a full menu daily from 4 p.m. to 1 a.m. An afternoon happy hour from 4 to 6 p.m., and a late-night menu from 10 p.m. to close, feature half-priced menu items and specially priced beer and wine. The café also serves one of Kansas City’s most popular brunches from 10:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Saturday and Sunday. Westport Café & Bar is available to host small groups and accepts reservations.

visit www.westportcafeandbar.com or call (816) 931-4740.

We look forward to your visit.

Top review

Ashlea

Dined 2 days ago

This feels like some little bistro in NYC! The ambience is lovely and the food is exceptional! The service is also top notch!

Kata Nori

4.9

4.9 (106)

$50 and over

Sushi

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Kansas City's first hand roll bar serving fresh hand rolls and other chef-led dishes. Complimenting our unique and intentional menu are craft, Japanese centric cocktails and an extensive list of sake's and Japanese beer. We are located in the busy and hip Crossroads Art District of KC. The dining experience is at an intimate, 24-seat U-shaped bar plus a cozy lounge for pre and post dinner drinks.

Heading the culinary team at Kata Nori is Executive Chef/Owner Anh Pham, who brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to Kansas City. Chef Pham previously served as the lead chef at Uchi, a renowned sushi restaurant in Texas. His expertise and dedication to quality will contribute to the exceptional dining experience at Kata Nori.

The founders Nam Phan, Kyung Kim, and Chef Pham are Kansas City natives. They believe that their love for the city and commitment to quality and service will set their establishment apart.

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BrettGold

Dined 5 days ago

Had a friend come in from the Seattle area and he’s a MAJOR sushi snob. He loved it and commented how amazing the fish quality is. Thanks again for an amazing experience and continuing to elevate the KC food scene.

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Experience

Dinner - Extra Large Party - $100/person minimum

Experience

Lunch - Extra Large Party - $60/person minimum

Eddie V's - Kansas City

4.9

4.9 (3832)

$50 and over

Seafood

Kansas City

About the restaurant

Eddie V's Prime Seafood is a luxury dining destination known for the seafood flown in from pristine waters around the world, as well as its premium hand-carved steaks. Dishes are artistically prepared and feature an ever-changing array of seasonal seafood, along with critically acclaimed prime center-cut steaks broiled to perfection. The restaurant's award-wining wine list, which has been recognized by Wine Spectator, has more than 300 wines curated by Eddie V's very own Advanced Sommelier. In the V Lounge, guests can sip classic and creative cocktails, and enjoy signature appetizers against a backdrop of live music trios.

Top review

MikeGold

Dined 3 days ago

Great service and great food! Brittany was an excellent server and very friendly!

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Extra Virgin - Kansas City

4.9

4.9 (2127)

$30 and under

Mediterranean

Kansas City

About the restaurant

James Beard Award Winning Chef Michael Smith's latest culinary creation is Extra Virgin, located in Kansas City's historic Crossroad's Art's District. Open to rave reviews in December 2008, Extra Virgin serves Mediterranean Tapas and has an extensive wine list and full cocktail menu. We offer patio dining for 50 people & multiple private dining spaces for 12-50 people.

Top review

Shannon

Dined 3 days ago

You can't go wrong with any Michael Smith restaurant. The food is always delicious and creative. Favorites this time were the Grilled Bread and Ricotta, Beet Salad, Grilled Ribeye and Pear Crostada. Great service and a quality meal at a great price. It is a vibrant atmosphere, which we enjoyed, but if you're looking for something quieter, head next door to Farina. Both restaurants are wonderful!

Bacaro Primo

4.9

4.9 (56)

$31 to $50

Italian

South Kansas City

About the restaurant

Welcome to Bacaro Primo, neighborhood restaurant nestled in the heart of Crestwood.

Featuring a menu that is Italian-inspired but driven by Midwestern seasonality. A dynamic Italian wine list and beverage program round out the experience in our modern, yet quaint dining room.

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Gabrielle

Dined 6 days ago

It is my partners birthday and our server Mike took very good care of us. When we told him we liked amaro he offered us an amaro flight. Everything was so delicious and our gluten free needs were very catered too. Overall a special night for such an occasion. Thank you!

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Experience

Shellfish Behavior: Earl's Premier x Bacaro Party

Grünauer

4.9

4.9 (5682)

$31 to $50

Austrian

Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

About the restaurant

Grünauer offers a classic Viennese gasthaus menu in the beautiful, historic Freighthouse. Located just north of Union Station in KC's premier dining and arts neighborhood- The Crossroads, Grünauer has been serving authentic Austrian and Central European cuisine since 2010 (with a focus on German and Hungarian as well). A beautiful biergarten, a gorgeous full bar and a lofted event space all add to the ambience and character of this KC classic. Make your reservation today! Classic dishes such as Hungarian beef gulasch (goulash), wiener schnitzel, apple strudel and more are always available. Frequent seasonal changes to our menu allow us to incorporate local produce, hiqh quality proteins and other items that are not available year round.

Top review

ChrisGold

Dined 3 days ago

My son and I traveled to KC and after the long day of travel the restaurant and meal couldn’t of been any better. Wish we could box the place up and take it back home!

Brown & Loe

4.9

4.9 (1897)

$30 and under

American

Downtown / River Market

About the restaurant

Set in Kansas City’s historic City Market, Brown and Loe Restaurant’s inviting atmosphere is a blend of “big city” bistro with the welcoming casual flavor of a neighborhood favorite. Housed in a former Merchant’s Bank constructed in 1920, the restaurant honors the architectural details of the two-story building which features a façade of plate glass and verde marble floors and walls.
In the 1940’s, Brown and Loe was originally a produce broker with offices on the second floor of the Merchant’s Bank building. The new Brown and Loe Restaurant celebrates the techniques of curing, pickling and smoking meats, beautifully interpreted into marvelous American comfort cuisine. This is a true local venue, evidenced by the restaurant’s allegiance to the resident farmers and food artisans who supply most of the restaurant’s fresh ingredients.
Brown and Loe Restaurant is the second dining concept introduced by Harry Murphy, owner of the City Market’s popular Harry’s Country Club.

Top review

WilliamGold

Dined 4 days ago

Outstanding experience! Our out-of-town guests and local partners all enjoyed a fantastic evening, complete with spectacular service (thank you, Amy!) and excellent food. We were seated in the vault, which added a unique and nostalgic touch to the evening. The ambiance was exceptional, the food was outstanding, and the service was top-notch. Overall, a well-deserved 5-star experience. We look forward to returning!

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4.9

4.9 (574)

$30 and under

Italian

South Kansas City

About the restaurant

Under the guidance of his Italian-native mother, and heavily influenced by his travels throughout Italy, Jake Imperiale opened Bella Napoli in 2001 to meet Kansas City's need for authentic Italian food, wine and market goods. Jake hand selects each product for Bella's deli and market and every item is imported from Italy. Wander across the room and you'll be immersed in an atmosphere as authentically Italian as it gets. An integral element of Bella Napoli, the pizzeria offers a variety of traditional Italian dishes.

At Bella Napoli, the ambiance of a true Italian ristorante, classic Italian recipes, warm friendly service and a renowned wine list culminate in an Italian dining experience you're sure to fall in love with.

Top review

LindaGold

Dined 2 days ago

Great service and great food as always. Thank you!

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