Had a great dinner at Barbacoa for a friend's birthday dinner. I really enjoyed both the queso fundido and the carnitas. The service and atmosphere were great as well. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I also really appreciated their efforts to accommodate my dietary restrictions. Highly recommend and would definitely go back!
Jasmine B
- fried tacos with cheese & mashed potatoes: 3.5/5 - mocktails: 5/5 - birria 4/5: i wouldve liked my toasted on the grill with cheese. It was tender & flavored well
Brent Siemers
We celebrated wedding anniversary here. Fun atmosphere, and great food. Bar service was great with plenty of non alcoholic options as well. Everything that came out of the kitchen was delicious. Save room for dessert! And our service was excellent.
Jamie Gehrke
This is my second time at Barbacoa. Each visit has been uniquely excellent. I know the food scene in KC is a true secret, but this restaurant might be the best of dozens of hidden gems. The food was otherworldly - unique, delicious, reasonably affordable. Our service was perfect - attentive and unassuming. I like the aura inside the restaurant. Plus, the cocktail menu is modern, with some classics, but all were nothing short of amazing.
Meghan Whelan
Loud, awkward dining room, service was terribly lacking, drinks were a huge disappointment and the food was even worse.
Thea Neal
Absolutely incredible Mexican food. The suadero?? LIFECHANGING. The queso?? SPECTACULAR. This is a gem amongst gems. Stop what you’re doing and eat here. And the tortillassssss omfg!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Fundido Con Rajas
Sari Lowenstein
This place had been on my list for a long time. I had seen on social media as well as heard from friends how delicious it was. I finally went with a friend who had also been wanting to try it. This is a can’t-miss addition to your list of Mexican restaurants in Kansas City, and they do it with a barbecue flair. Each dish is more flavorful than the next, by the end of the meal you’ll have a hard time choosing your favorite. We ordered:
- ceviche - papas con ajo - suadero - salt and lime cocktail
I loved the chill vibes and how the decor isn't over the top. Overall between the seating, bar set up and staff, it is a cool place that is focused on giving customers a good experience. I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Kelly Pritchett
One of our fav date night spots. Cocktail menu is fab, food is always so good! Limited food menu but for the best as everything on the menu is so good! I always get the half chicken and my husband the carnitas. They have cheese quesadillas for our kids.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pollo Asado, Half Chicken
Justin Miller
Ordered the Smoked Carnitas, charro beans, the queso fundido, and the tres leches cake. All of them were absolutely delicious. Ate at a ton of places during my stay in Kansas City and this one is definitely on the list to come back. If you like funky drinks try the carnitas shot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Carnitas, Salt & Lime and Barmaids Pick
Femmebotlin
The gorgeous, beautifully lit space, amazing food, and delicious mezcal make it the perfect spot for an evening of storytelling and laughter with loved ones.
Had a great meal last night at Barbacoa. Service was great and the vibes were excellent!
Highly recommend the roasted carrot dish, was excellent.
Jenni Rohner
Amazing food! Everything, from the sauces to tortillas to the meat, is full of flavor! Tender meat, soft and delicious tortillas...it was an amazing meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Fundido Con Rajas, Pork Carnitas
Happy Wanderer
Small menu packed full of flavors. Every bite was rich and flavorful without leaving you feeling over stuffed.
Mark Adams
As a fellow restaurateur who also used to live in a food mecca (Chicago) I am very comfortable giving this place 5 stars. WOW. Hit on every cylinder. Some of the best food and craft cocktails I’ve had in all of KC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Ron Frazier
Finally had a chance to check out Barbacoa and can't give it enough praise. They have a small menu, but the entrees we had were excellent. Huge attention to the flavors. Drinks were also great. Will definitely be back!
Had a great dinner at Barbacoa for a friend's birthday dinner. I really enjoyed both the queso fundido and the carnitas. The service and atmosphere were great as well. The staff was very friendly and helpful. I also really appreciated their efforts to accommodate my dietary restrictions. Highly recommend and would definitely go back!
- fried tacos with cheese & mashed potatoes: 3.5/5
- mocktails: 5/5
- birria 4/5: i wouldve liked my toasted on the grill with cheese. It was tender & flavored well
We celebrated wedding anniversary here. Fun atmosphere, and great food. Bar service was great with plenty of non alcoholic options as well. Everything that came out of the kitchen was delicious. Save room for dessert! And our service was excellent.
This is my second time at Barbacoa. Each visit has been uniquely excellent. I know the food scene in KC is a true secret, but this restaurant might be the best of dozens of hidden gems.
The food was otherworldly - unique, delicious, reasonably affordable. Our service was perfect - attentive and unassuming. I like the aura inside the restaurant. Plus, the cocktail menu is modern, with some classics, but all were nothing short of amazing.
Loud, awkward dining room, service was terribly lacking, drinks were a huge disappointment and the food was even worse.
Absolutely incredible Mexican food. The suadero?? LIFECHANGING. The queso?? SPECTACULAR. This is a gem amongst gems. Stop what you’re doing and eat here. And the tortillassssss omfg!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Fundido Con Rajas
This place had been on my list for a long time. I had seen on social media as well as heard from friends how delicious it was. I finally went with a friend who had also been wanting to try it. This is a can’t-miss addition to your list of Mexican restaurants in Kansas City, and they do it with a barbecue flair. Each dish is more flavorful than the next, by the end of the meal you’ll have a hard time choosing your favorite. We ordered:
- ceviche
- papas con ajo
- suadero
- salt and lime cocktail
I loved the chill vibes and how the decor isn't over the top. Overall between the seating, bar set up and staff, it is a cool place that is focused on giving customers a good experience. I will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of our fav date night spots. Cocktail menu is fab, food is always so good! Limited food menu but for the best as everything on the menu is so good! I always get the half chicken and my husband the carnitas. They have cheese quesadillas for our kids.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pollo Asado, Half Chicken
Ordered the Smoked Carnitas, charro beans, the queso fundido, and the tres leches cake. All of them were absolutely delicious. Ate at a ton of places during my stay in Kansas City and this one is definitely on the list to come back. If you like funky drinks try the carnitas shot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Smoked Carnitas, Salt & Lime and Barmaids Pick
The gorgeous, beautifully lit space, amazing food, and delicious mezcal make it the perfect spot for an evening of storytelling and laughter with loved ones.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Had a great meal last night at Barbacoa. Service was great and the vibes were excellent!
Highly recommend the roasted carrot dish, was excellent.
Amazing food! Everything, from the sauces to tortillas to the meat, is full of flavor! Tender meat, soft and delicious tortillas...it was an amazing meal.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Queso Fundido Con Rajas, Pork Carnitas
Small menu packed full of flavors. Every bite was rich and flavorful without leaving you feeling over stuffed.
As a fellow restaurateur who also used to live in a food mecca (Chicago) I am very comfortable giving this place 5 stars. WOW. Hit on every cylinder. Some of the best food and craft cocktails I’ve had in all of KC.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Finally had a chance to check out Barbacoa and can't give it enough praise. They have a small menu, but the entrees we had were excellent. Huge attention to the flavors. Drinks were also great. Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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