New American Restaurants in Kansas City, MO

“Not only was the food exceptional, our waitress Lauren was absolutely amazing! She recommended the wood grilled corn and bacon flatbread, which was amazing, heard us talking about desserts and a bakery we wanted to try and gave her review. Attentive and nice. Will definitely be back for all the other seasons to come!“

“Really interesting place. Watermelon and tomato salad reminded me of caprese and I had beef heart for the first time in my life. The bartender was really friendly and the rye cocktail was expertly made. Very different from what I usually get. Love it. Would go again.“

“This is a must stop gem for a date night or just to kick back and have fun. He blends upbeat fun times with music that hits your soul. He also teaches you about the history of jazz in kansas city and really about how each song came to be. This was a genuinely a fun time that I wish would have lasted longer. The band was equally amazing as Lonnie!!!“

“We had a large group and they accomodated us at the last minute. We had some of their signature dishes served family style and all were great!“

“Very cool vibe, excellent drinks and food“

“Great Chef Quality food 👌🏿 😋 Shrimp & Grits my Absolute Favorite 😍“

“I just want to say what a GREAT experience I've had dining at Hemma Hemma! I've been there twice so far, and have been consistently impressed.

This past week, I joined a friend for lunch, and we both want to formally thank Dana at the front counter for being so welcoming, gracious and helpful. I accidentally knocked over the menu holder, and she reassured me that it was fine and happens frequently. My friend and I split the bill for our order, and she cheerfully rang up each of our portions separately. She guided us through some of the menu options which was much appreciated as there were some new items since my last visit.

The food here is FANTASTIC!! I can't remember what I ordered on my first visit (but I do remember that it was delicious!); this week, I had the Brookside Buiddha Bowl, which was AMAZING! Even the presentation was wonderful (see attached photo)! All the ingredients were delicious, and the flavors melded beautifully, and it was so satisfying; it kept me fueled and focused during a long afternoon at work. My friend had the Pickle Chicken Bacon Ranch salad and said it was mouth-wateringly fabulous.

The weather was nice enough to sit in the outside patio, which is well-appointed (even a free water station); the first time I was here, I ate indoors and the dining area is light, airy, and expansive, with plenty of room between tables and quiet enough to chat.

Having such a healthy, delicious restaurant in the neighborhood is marvelous, and I'm already planning my next trip back to Hemma Hemma! Thank you all SO much!“

“Merci was pleasant and knowledgeable. Great job!“

“Amazing food and great atmosphere!!“

“Why is this the best experience i had in kansas?

Kind staff. Great beer selection. They would even drop by with random tastes after you get food to try and match the mood

Pancakes are great. Cheesecake brulee was amazing. Pretzel good. Fire shrimp great. Ribeye cooked perfect medium but didn't have a great sear.

Never disappointed in any of it“

“My boyfriend and I visited for our anniversary. our service was phenomenal, cocktails tasty, and the was in our top favorite meals we have ever eaten! He had the Pork Chop and I had Prime Rib! Very Good!!“

“It had been a while since we ventured into downtown KCMO, and we genuinely enjoyed the atmosphere. Overall, the food was good, though not quite at the level we expected for the price. One clear takeaway: avoid the fried items. We wish we had read the negative reviews beforehand, because the wings were unfortunately the worst we’ve ever had overly oily and lacking flavor. As a big wings fan, the execution was especially frustrating: the batter wasn’t right, the texture was greasy, and the seasoning simply missed the mark. The shrimp toasts were also disappointing—very soggy bread to the point that I felt it wasn't cooked in the middle.

That said, the “Japanese‑style” dishes featuring raw fish were much better. The sushi taco was a standout, and my friends really enjoyed the bone marrow beef tartare. For the main course, the scallop pasta had great potential, but the salt was heavy—particularly on the scallops and toward the bottom of the bowl, even after mixing.

On a positive note, the drinks, desserts and service were excellent, easily deserving five stars.“

“I had the most relaxing (the atmosphere and ambiance) and most delicious experience here! Collin (I hope that’s how he spells it)was amazing and attentive, I ordered the steak bowl and the steak was cooked to perfection (medium) and the Cherry Margarita was amazing!!!!! I then ordered a side of fries because why not!!! They were fresh and delicious!!!! 10/10 I highly recommend!“

“what's not to love??? great atmosphere, amazing food and central location! you MUST check it out:)“

“amazing meal and staff. first time tonight but won’t be the last“

“We did the 4:30 distillery tour and it was really fun! There is not much walking and an elevator available for those that need it. Our tour guide was very interesting and he did a great job of teaching us about Tom Pendergast and also about the liquors that they distill. You can start with a drink in their bar and carry it with you throughout the tour if you like!“

“Very cool dining and cocktails are superb!“

“Great food, better staff, good prices and AWESOME food!! Drinks are really unique too!!“

“Grace Jeffries was amazing and very fun! Thank you Grace! Digging the mullet! 😜“

“We chose to dine at Grand Street - Plaza on a recent Tuesday due to good experiences in past years, close to KC Rep theatre where we were going afterwards, and convenient, free parking. Though their normal parking lot is torn up, we had the choice of attached parking garage (very convenient after entrance is found) or parking on the other side of the building. We enjoyed house salads, the trout and salmon main dishes, and house drinks (happy hour prices). The lady who served us did a great job.“

“Great food and service! You definitely need to try the stuffed French toast.“

“Incredible place in KC River market. Make it a go to every time you are downtown“

“My daughter vegan and myself non vegan enjoyed this restaurant equally. Amazing food and service. I can’t wait to return 💞“

“Great burgers and steak. The Spanish nachos and cheddar bread pudding were also hits. Good cocktails and beer list. Very reasonable price points“

“I worked here. The owner moved me to a new apartment and gave me 100 dollars just because. I still wear my PPT shirt around town and have some pressed pennies. Great food. Great family owners. The most cozy hidden gem in Kansas City!“

“Amazing food and staff. Will definitely be going back.“

“Local Kansas Citian....stayed this weekend with my husband and had an AMAZING time! The room was spacious and clean! Bed was super comfy, and it was actually very quiet! We could see the city life below from our corner room, but most of the noise was completely blocked out! The hotel bar and the terrace bar were both amazing! And breakfast at the hotel was to die for! We will definitely be staying again!“

“Great atmosphere. Beef Tartar was wonderful. Excellent selection of wines. 100% will impress a girl. Go forth men. Show them a good night.“

“Best KC 5 Star Dive Bar👏👏👏👏👏🥂🌹♥️“

“Excellent in every respect!!!“

“Always have a good time , and the salted bun. Must get“

“Excellent atmosphere out on the patio on a beautiful October day. Service and food were outstanding!!“

“Staying at the Hilton Presidents Hotel in downtown Kansas City we stopped by the Drum Room located on property and accessed via hotel lobby or its side entrance. Good and atmosphere were so good we ate there 2 times. Started with Fried Goat Cheese and Beet Salad and finished with the KC Beach Burger with garlic fries and Meatball Farfalle pasta dish. All were amazing and didn’t venture far on our second visit and skipped the salad as the 3 items were way too much on the first evening. Second evening we shared a bottle of Sav Blanc from N.Z. Amazing.“

“Great food & great atmosphere! Definitely will be going back!“

“Outstanding service from our waiter, Chris! (a solid "Hardy" doppelganger). From the check-in desk to the lively bar. Great service and people that seem to love their jobs made our experience memorable celebrating birthdays & an anniversary. Food was excellent and the 10-layer carrot cake knocked it out of the park. Needless to say, we will back! Coming in from Wisconsin and ending our trip at Ocean Prime made the weekend!“

“Decent chopped salad with salmon and burger“

“Food is solid. The atmosphere is great. Ericka is the best server I have had there by far.“

“Outstanding food, nice atmosphere, very friendly staff. Reminds me of the best of mom's home cooking back in North Carolina. You can tell the food was prepared with love and care. The meatloaf is the best in KC too!“

“Great vibe and music! Lots of jams.“

“Restaurant staff is amazing. Morgan and Sarah are the best bartenders and take great care of you. Food is good and wide variety. Highly recommend coming here if you are in the area. Been coming here for work travel for the past 14 months and love this place.“

“Thank you for being open on Thanksgiving today...It worked out perfect for our family today of (4) The food was amazing and our sever Ashley was fantastic“

“Come see and listen to @Aggie Williams on Tuesday evening June 3, 2025 at 7pm“

“We stopped in before a show. The hostess was amazing!! Service was ok. For some reason the server didn’t leave water in our table, which every other table had. We ordered the ricotta and the calamari. Both were very good. The atmosphere was less than pleasant. We had a table behind us that thought every single person in the restaurant wanted to hear every word of their conversation. Clean restaurants. Great views of the city.“

“it's a perfect place to eat not because the food is better, but know how to entertain a 3 course meal over 2 1/2 hours. the contemporary series is a wonderful way to learn how to cook, ask questions and feel delighted in the best restaurant in the Greater Kansas City region! BAM! eat here at least once in your lifetime =)“

“We hosted our cocktail hour for our wedding at The Kill Devil Club while we had our ceremony and reception at The Gallery and it was SO FUN!!! It was the perfect spot for our guests to go while the ballroom was being transitioned into our reception! I would highly recommend Kill Devil to anyone having their wedding at The Gallery Event Space!!!“

“The service was great and the food was as better. I had the pan seared salmon with a Las Vegas bomb. After having a long day at work the service and food was what I needed. The bartender was warming and the front service attendant Nakela was very pleasant. Thank you for great service.“

“Kansas City is known barbecue however the fried fish game in KC is on point as well. I have had all of them, and this is the best in my opinion. Hot sauce not even needed.“

“Went in expecting a solid dinner, left talking about it for days. Every dish told you a chef was actually back there paying attention.
The duck ham crostini stopped me mid-conversation , eyes rolled back, actual clapping at the table. The pig cheek terrine and smoked pork chop were just as thoughtful, rich, and perfectly balanced. Nothing on this menu feels like filler.
If you're in Kansas City and want a meal that actually surprises you, this is the move. Would go back in a heartbeat.“

“Laid-back bar cheap drinks, easy place to hang out with friends! Cool atmosphere plenty of pool tables!“

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