Maybe you've gone to the same restaurant for every special occasion over the last decade. Perhaps your favorite spot shut its doors during the COVID-19 pandemic. Or maybe you're just on the lookout for a new dining experience to celebrate a birthday or anniversary. Whether you're trying to find your way out of a restaurant rut, just moved to your city, or simply want to try somewhere new for your next celebration, finding a new favorite spot can be challenging.
There are lots of components that go into picking the right restaurant for a special occasion. What the ambiance is like, which type of cuisine is served, what dietary restrictions can be accommodated, the price point, and even whether reservations are accepted are important considerations. Whether you're looking for cozy-casual or fine dining, Kansas City has a variety of eateries to choose from for your next celebration.
To aid in your search, compiled a list of the highest-rated restaurants in Kansas City using rankings from . Tripadvisor rankings factor in the average rating and number of reviews. Some restaurants on the list may have recently closed. Bon appetit!
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#30. BRGR Kitchen + Bar
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (420 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 11 E 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64106-2918
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#29. Piropos Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (230 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Argentinean, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4141 N Mulberry Dr, Kansas City, MO 64116-1638
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#28. Grand Street Cafe
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (235 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4740 Grand Ave Ste 110, Kansas City, MO 64112-2202
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#27. Le Fou Frog
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (255 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: French, European
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 400 E 5th St, Kansas City, MO 64106-1105
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#26. Cafe Gratitude
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (260 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Cafe
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 333 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108-2020
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#25. Jax Fish House & Oyster Bar
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (261 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4814 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112-1824
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#24. JJ's Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (201 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4810 Roanoke Pkwy (48th & Roanoke Pkwy), Kansas City, MO 64112
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#23. Fogo de Chao Brazilian Steakhouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (620 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Steakhouse, Brazilian
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 222 W 47th St, Kansas City, MO 64112-1606
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#22. Q39 - Midtown
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,307 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 1000 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111-3859
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#21. Jack Stack Barbecue - Martin City
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#20. Seva Cuisine of India
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (289 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Indian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 8674 NE Flintlock Rd, Kansas City, MO 64157-1087
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#19. The Majestic Restaurant
- Rating: 4.0 / 5 (470 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 931 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64105-1508
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#18. Trezo Mare
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (254 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Seafood, Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4105 N Mulberry Dr, Kansas City, MO 64116-1638
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#17. Jack Stack Barbecue - Plaza
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (2,022 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4747 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64112-1612
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#16. Chaz on the Plaza
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (468 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Contemporary
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 325 Ward Pkwy The Raphael Hotel, Kansas City, MO 64112-2111
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#15. Bristol Seafood Grill
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (758 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Seafood
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 51 E 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64106-2918
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#14. Seasons 52
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (650 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Quick Bites, American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 340 Ward Pkwy Country Club Plaza, Kansas City, MO 64112
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#13. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (468 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.0/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Wine Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4686 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112-1459
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#12. Stroud's Restaurant & Bar
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (803 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 5410 NE Oak Ridge Rd, Kansas City, MO 64119-2905
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#11. Cascone's Italian Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (288 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 3737 N Oak Trfy, Kansas City, MO 64116-2778
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#10. Cafe Trio Restaurant
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (470 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, International
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 4558 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64111-1816
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#9. La Bodega - Kansas City
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (350 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Latin, Spanish
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 703 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108-2124
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#8. Eddie V's Prime Seafood
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (217 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (5.0/5), Service (5.0/5), Value (4.0/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 700 W 47th St Ste 115, Kansas City, MO 64112
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#7. Jack Stack Barbecue Freight House
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (3,911 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Barbecue
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 101 W 22nd St Ste 300 Freight House, Kansas City, MO 64108-1954
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#5. 801 Chophouse
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (401 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (3.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 71 E 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64106-2918
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#4. The Capital Grille
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (769 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Steakhouse
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 4760 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64112
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#3. Gram & Dun
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (935 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 600 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112-2104
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#2. Pierpont's at Union Station
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (755 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.0/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: American, Bar
- Price: $$$$
- Address: 30 W Pershing Rd Ste 900 Suite 900, located inside Historic Union Station, Kansas City, MO 64108-2464
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#1. Garozzo's Ristorante
- Rating: 4.5 / 5 (531 reviews)
- Detailed ratings: Food (4.5/5), Service (4.5/5), Value (4.5/5), Atmosphere (4.5/5)
- Type of cuisine: Italian
- Price: $$ - $$$
- Address: 526 Harrison St, Kansas City, MO 64106-1262
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