50 Best American Restaurants near Sugar Creek

“I worked there as a busboy in 67 & 68. My name is Brad Hughes and I live in Cottage Grove Mn. Ernie was the owner and everyone came there. Sugar Creek at that time was a great place to live when you were a kid. There were bars up and down Sterling all the parents were at the bars and us kids just hung out. Ernies was a great place to work as a kid. I remembering helping Hank behind the bar cleaning glasses to keep up having enough to serve. My Mom ran Jerry and Gary's greasy spoon down the road. The truckers would always stop in. Biscuits and Gravy was very popular back then. I hope to visit the area this summer and will for sure drop in.“

“Lonnie's Reno Club serves up fantastic jazz with great food and a positive vibe. The staff is super friendly, and the food is top-notch. Trust me, you won't find an experience like this anywhere, and Lonnie's talent is unmatched. Definitely worth going – you won't be let down. We have been 4 times and will be back again soon. Every time is such a different experience. I really can't say enough great things about this show, it is my favorite and I have been to a lot of shows :)“

“Torri and Gabriella are both awesome servers! I came in for only a drink or two. These ladies talked me into the Chicken Fried Chicken. That Som'beach was HUGE! And delicious. These ladies got get me grabbing dessert too. Came in for the "Scenic Views" and a Knotty Burnett.... Ended up leaving with a full belly and a big smile. Thank you ladies! I'll be back SOON.“

“5 stars with a caveat. Food incredible. Wait staff very good. Almost every employee smiled as they walked by. Reservations at 4. Promptly ordered drinks and a seafood tower. In 30 mins more drinks and another dozen oysters. 20 mins another round of drinks and crab cakes. Now it's 5:15. Hostess trys to take our menu. We were about ready to decide on dinner. She said she needed the menu as table was reserved for others at 6 and we'd better hurry. It totally threw us off. Not like we were just chit chatting. Sort of a strange way to say thanks for spending $300 with us. I guess the 2 hour rule is a midtown thing as I saw it at next place we tried to eat dinner at in Brookside. Besides the rude hostess, it is a midtown KC gem. Guess us farm folks with stay out South next time.“

“A typical, quick, breakfast place with the usual selection of breakfast fare except no hashbrowns offered.Service was excellent - staff asked if I was new to the area as "it's usually a local spot".Wheelchair accessibility: Normal sized doorways, however not sure if automatic doors openers were present.“

“If you are looking for a taste of Cajun food, this is THE place!It may look a little unassuming from the outside, but the food inside is amazing!We had the blue crab po'boy and sea hog (bacon wrapped shrimp) po'boy, shared a bowl of seafood gumbo and side of okra.Everything was cooked to perfection!“

“We (Me, wife, and daughter) were there for lunch. My wife and I shared The Pig Flatbread and ordered my daughter fries and chicken tenders. We flatbread was delicious! My daughter normally doesn’t eat anything from a restaurant except fries or bread. We tried the chicken tenders just in case she changed her mind. She tried the chicken along with their housemade ketchup, which she typically rejects sauce, and she loved it. We ordered drinks and they were good too. The chef/owner greeted us at the end which was a nice end to lunch. Our waiter and hostess were great as well. Overall, it was a five star experience!“

“We had only been to Rockhille Grilel once before and didn't have a great experience. Buuuut, we decided to give it another try during their Happy Hour. I got their Bruschetta and it was the BEST I've ever eaten and so delightfully plated. Simple, yet classic. Our server, Trevor was EXCELLENT. The Rockhill Grille will DEFINITELY be on our, "regular" list“

“My grandmother and I came in early in the evening. We were guided to a table almost immediately despite not having a reservation and the seat was nice because we got a good view of everything happening around us. Our server went above and beyond: constantly checking in if we needed anything and asking how the food tasted as well as boxing up our food for us. The food was extraordinarily delicious, definitely not store bought sauce! I kept thinking how I’d love to bring more of my family in the future. Thank you for a great meal and excellent service!“

“Food was really good. Service was quirky and attentive. My only complaint about anything was the lighting. They have weird blue lights that (see picture) make it difficult to read the menu and see the food. I had to guess a lot about the flavors. This was on the back patio. I'll be back but I'm bringing my glasses next time.“

“In the city's heart lies a gem where cuisine is elevated to art. The restaurant, with its modern, clean lines, exudes confidence and sophistication, creating the perfect backdrop for a memorable dining experience. Our journey here was remarkable, thanks to the kitchen's inventive use of ingredients, turning each dish into a visually stunning and deliciously surprising masterpiece. The service was another highlight, with attentive staff enhancing our enjoyment and making us feel part of the restaurant's family. A special mention goes to our second night at the Chef's counter, where friendly banter and culinary insights enriched our meal. This isn't just a place to eat; it's where food becomes an experience, blending taste, presentation, and warmth into something unforgettable. If you're looking for a vegetarian meal that will impress and delight, this restaurant is your destination.“

“Very cool room hidden off the alley. Had an Italian Beef (Jim's Beef) and had low expectations. Being from Chicago I was a bit snobby about anyone else outside of the Windy City doing an IB right. My apologies. Great sandwich. The bread was perfect. Tender, juicy meat. Giardiniera nice and spicy. My only gripe would be the lack of fries as a side. I had the jalepeno slaw and it was good, but fries are the natural side to a lovely beef. Will be back.“

“If you've never been to Kitty's you need to stop reading these reviews and go right now.This is an amazing spot with a ton of history and has the best fast sandwich in KC. They don't skimp on the portion either, these are big sandwiches and they're 110% worth the money and wait.I love this spot and if you've never had it you're in for an absolute treat.“

“Absolutely love Brewers Kitchen. Staff is extremely friendly, local beer selection is fantastic and the food is nothing short of amazing. Ive had just about every thing on the menu in the last 6 months of visiting and have never been disappointed. Their house made Honey Mustard is exceptional and wish I could buy gallons of it for back home it's that good. The food really is the star of the show, you can tell nothing is frozen and everything is fresh and made to order. If you want the best burger in KC, you need to come in to Brewers Kitchen.“

“Best espresso martini and cocktails I've had in KC in a long time. Food and desserts were excellent, and it was so fun to take a cocktail around the art museum after dinner. Our server was so enthusiastic about the history of the place, it really made the experience.“

“We had a group of 15 last Sunday around 9am. The host greeted us and got us a table within 5 minutes. He was so nice and efficient. Our server Elasia was wonderful. She got drinks going while we waited for a few others to arrive. She was efficient and got us everything we needed. There was plenty of options on the menu. Food was great. All around great experience.“

“Great dining experience! We sat at the chef’s counter and it was so cool to sit in front of the fire and watch all the food being made. The waitress was friendly and professional and made some great recommendations. She recommended 5-6 plates for the two of us. I highly recommend starting with the Clara Bow rolls. They are as good as everyone says they are. The croquettes and the bone marrow were also two of our favorites, but every dish was amazing and well presented. Overall, we may have found a new favorite restaurant in KC. Can’t wait to go back. Be sure to makes reservations as the place was quite busy. Also, check out the hotel bar if you have some time before or after.Update: We’ve been back several times now. You can’t go wrong here. Everything is amazing! Highly recommend!“

“The atmosphere catches your attention right as you come in. Very unique. The staff are really nice, smiling, well informed and attentive. The food is excellent. We had the CA roll which was nicely done. The tartare was very unique. Yummy but a little messy to wrap your own. The cod is one of the best I've ever eaten in KC. That alone will bring me back. We all shared the brownie, crispy outside, gooey in. Warm and yummy. Their wine list is paired very nicely with their menu. Lots of trendy restaurants in KC lately that are just so so, this one is a keeper.Parking: They have their own lot next to their building“

“One the best breakfast spots in KC! The pancakes were delicious, and my veggie omelet was stuffed and topped with melted American cheese. The atmosphere was friendly, and the staff were all welcoming. The family history of this place is awesome too!! Be sure to get here if you're ever in KC!!“

“This was our 1st time going to Black Bear. We went in not sure what to expect. The server we had was just so nice and he told us what was really good, most popular, and about the menu. After we took his suggestion we ordered chicken fried steak, and por roast dinner. On the lesser side of menu. Due to our 1st time he wanted us to try the cornbread muffin. Wow that is another A+. We received top notch everything and will be back again. 5 stars is not enoughParking: Right out in front no problemsWheelchair accessibility: Handi-cap parking right in front“

“My roommate and I stopped in here for the first time today and it will definitely not be the last. We ordered the Russell burger and Turkey Club and both sandwiches were amazing and the carrot cake is to die for. I loved the atmosphere and the staff were fast and so friendly. Even though they were extremely busy, we really weren't waiting long for our food and they had adequate seating.“

“We were staying at the Hampton Inn downtown and were looking for a good restaurant within walking distance of our hotel. The city market area has about a dozen restaurants to choose from, so we chose this one. It was an excellent choice. The restaurant is very bright due to having a lot of windows, as well as many light fixtures inside. We started with the shrimp toast appetizer, and it was outstanding. It contained toasted pieces of baguette covered in gold shrimp, moray, chives, Sriracha, nuox Cham cauliflower, and sesame crunch. I could just eat that dish again for my dinner. For entrees, we had the Bahn MI sandwich and the grilled quail. The Bahn MI consisted of pork meatballs, bacon pate, pickled vegetables, chili aioli, banana ketchup, chili oil and cilantro. It was very flavorful but a little spicy. My husband had the grilled quail. He loved it. It was accompanied by ginger-lime fried rice. We would definitely return.“

“This place is pretty cool. It’s tucked away but easy to find. We came for some drinks and appetizers and got the wings, which were just okay… last time I visited I got a pizza and it was delicious!! There was live music and the service was good.“

“If I could give it 10 stars I would! This is a family owned business, you get that feel as you walk in the door. The staff goes above & beyond. For those that want good home cooked food just give it a try and you will be hooked! There really isn’t too many places out there like this place anymore. I love love love the sweet iced tea and of course our waitress Kenna!Kid-friendliness: Kenna is just a big kid herself so of course there is gonna be kid friendliness up in there!“

“I hadn't been to a Stroud's since the one in South KC on 85th St slid into the creek. The food was still amazing the cinnamon rolls still rock and the chicken fried steak is still amazing. The service was pretty standard, good not above and beyond. Which is fine. The view out the window to the pond is amazing but they shove in too many tables. Overall, excellent. Exactly as I remembered.“

“The atmosphere is great, the food was amazing, and cocktails were delicious! We ordered four dishes to share between two of us which was filling (they recommend 4 to 5). The food did take longer than expected to come out, but their customer service is unmatched!Dietary restrictions: They ask when you sit down if you have any dietary restrictions. They then mark the menu with which dishes to avoid.“

“Good Mac and cheese place. We got the BBQ Mac which was of course super good. The BBB Mac which had SO MUCH bacon, it was a bit sweeter but still really good especially with all the bacon. And we got the fried Mac bites. Those were decent. Breading was super good on the and super crispy.Place is small with limited seating. Defiantly designed for the corporate clientele in the area. Self serv kiosk to order and looked to be one person behind making the food. He was supper apologetic of the wait (we didn’t wait long. Maybe 10 min). Nice little quick bite but better as take out instead of sitting to eat.“

“For our last meal in KC we booked The Farmhouse for breakfast. Located nearby City Market it is a wonderful and very busy farm to table place. I ordered the brisket tamale with eggs, Cotija cheese, and microgreens. It was fantastic. I never get fresh tamale as back east and this was a joy to eat. Every bite was fantastic. My Daughter got the lemon ricotta pancakes with a side of bacon. She loved it. The coffee was good and string a d the service was exceptional. If I'm in KC again this is a definite. Put it on your bucket list“

“Elise at Toms Town was amazing. She gave a great tour and the tasting with her was so fun. She has us addicted to the double oak Bourbon!If you do not drink bourbon, you can still enjoy the tour. Loved looking around and enjoyed the video of all the history that this distillery has. The food was an added bonus!“

“So my husband and I don't like to eat out often. Our son is Autistic and it just isn't fun for us to bring him places because he RARELY sits still, and he's a decently picky eater. Well, I'm pregnant with our second baby and happened to be pregnant for my birthday. We invited some family members out with their kids and had a decent sized party to go out to eat since I have been craving a really good steak. Though they don't take reservations, they were able to accommodate me calling early in the week and assist with the steps on how we can ensure enough seats with a lower wait time. I called Sunday morning, and they assisted further, saying we needed to call 2 hours before we'd actually be showing up since the waitlist only accommodates up to 2 hours. Totally fine, and I did that because we had 7 adults and 6 kids ages 5 and under. My husband and I decided to share a "texas sized meal" since I'm in my third trimester and I can't eat a whole lot. It absolutely filled the both of us up! Our son needed a booster seat and sat in that pretty well. The only thing I had a hard time with was how loud it was in the restaurant. Again, our son is Autistic and doesn't like a bunch of noise, so by hour 1, he was ready to go. In total, it took us almost 2 hours to sit, order, get our food, eat, and slightly socialize. It was a very busy Sunday, so I anticipate that would contribute to the long time. I'm sure we will be back again. They're my favorite steakhouse.“

“Nice little place that seems to be a local hangout in the afternoons. Quick service and an absolutely HUGE tenderloin that comes with a Togo box for a reason. Do yourself a favor and upgrade to have the extra bun and veggies so tomorrow's leftovers are complete.“

“The food was plentiful and fantastic. This is a small dive, but worth the hype. I hope it won't be torn down for the new baseball stadium. I definate plan to go back. We had the meatloaf sandwich which was awesome and had a touch of smoke on the meatloaf. I had The Hot Mess and it was a LOT of food!“

“Fantastic food and drinks! Service was wonderful and friendly. Got the pretzels as an appetizer and the cheese sauce and mustard were delicious. Beer flight was a great way to try different brews without having to commit to large glasses. The beers they have are made in house and span a variety of flavors and types. Definitely recommend the whole experience.“

“My husband and I came in for our brunch and we were delighted with our experience. The food was great, cooked warm to order, as well as plenty to eat. The service was 10/10, Kennedy is the sweetest girl and she always puts a smile on our faces. Overall experience 10/10 we will definitely be coming back.?“

“Love love love this place I lived in the northeast area my whole life and always drove past this coffee shop recently started trying different places and this morning I walked in hoping to find a hidden gem such a vibe great delicious coffee great costumer service beautiful cute cozy sitting will go again especially knowing that it’s right down the street from my house“

“Our waiter was outstanding - everyone was impressed with how efficient he was and how quickly the 36 of us were served. Our 18 UMKC Conservatory students love your hamburgers, and the salads were delicious, as well.That's why we keep having our spring Student/Advocate luncheons at the Grand Street. We will be back next March!Thank you -YvonneParking: I appreciate the availability of handicapped parking.“

“I never expected to find such a gem scrolling for breakfast on google. Their breakfast menu brings a beautiful blend of culinary fine dining with home style comfort food. The owners are so kind and genuine quick to strike up a conversation. And their house made chai tea is absolutely to die for, I will definitely be back time and time again for that alone. I can’t wait to come back and try their specials!“

“We visited Blade & Timber for the first time (None of us had ever thrown an ax before) to celebrate our daughter's 17th birthday. The service was excellent. Food was great. But our coach Winston went above and beyond to make sure we were comfortable and having the best experience possible! We can't wait for our next visit!!“

“This could be your go to sandwich shop, if you give it a try. The staff is very helpful, friendly......, as well as the rest of the Boy Scout law. Their breakfasts are also excellent. When family members come to visit, they ask to go to Huey's on the Square. As I often see people I know, it is a great gathering spot and several major newspapers are available to read at your leisure. All in all, this restaurant will take you back a little way in time (notice the tin ceiling) but it won't set you back financially.“

“This place is great. Went in and asked what I should get. Young lady behind the register was super nice and explained the dishes. Food was bomb. Got the beef sukhar, chicken sukhar, sambusa, and some beans and japati. Will get some goat or lamb next time and report back.“

“The food is a tad pricey for my personal budget but it is always very good and fresh. Their servers are very nice (Cy in particular) I come here with friends to play pool often, and it's never too busy when we go. This place is always clean and pretty cozy!I recommend their bread pudding.Parking: They have an okay sized parking lot, I usually don't have issues with it being full.“

“Very small but very clean and nice. Ordered to go. Food was fresh and hot and crisp. Got the beef pie...lovely pastry outer and very meaty filling, no veg filler, a little spicy, very tasty. Chicken strips were not drowned in batter, nicely fried. Fried shrimp were excellent, and fried okra not falling apart! The dinner roll was a lovely soft and sweet. Good quality, decent portions. Very Friendly capable staff.“

“We went for my birthday and tried several items from the happy hour menu. The pork tenderloin is the best I’ve ever had! The fried pimento cheese with tomato jam was my next favorite. Fries could have been crispier but still good and the biscuits were divine. The best thing was the butterscotch pudding with ginger snaps-chefs kiss“

“I come here to this restaurant every time I visit my friend. My service this time was just not that good. The food was cold and the waffle that I received was very crispy. We do you get pretty quick service this time and the restaurant was not to busy.Parking: There are several restaurants around this area so you may have to drive around a few times before you find parking“

“Really good pizza, recommend the pepperoni and a side of honey- Grinder was pretty decent, wish it had a little more meat on it and maybe some sauce for dipping but cannot complain besides that. (4.5) overall but really good deals on beers“

“Where do I begin. I’ll start with the staff. The young lady that was our waitress was so sweet and kind. The food is top notch. I had the shrimp mofongo and it was outstanding! The fried and mashed plantains with the chicharrones which gave it such a nice crunch to the dish. The atmosphere was such a good vibe.“

“As a first time visitor I was truly impressed from the amazing customer service from the gentleman that was there to the food. Definitely the best wrap I have ever had, I am a big texture person and they hit it right on the head. I am going to be back to for “

“The whole experience was fantastic!!! We keep coming back here for chillin’ and special occasions with friends and family! The staffs are friendly and helpful. The food is great and lots of selection for drinks - affordable price! Highly recommended!❤️“

“The food was delicious. So many yummy choices. The waitress was just wonderful. Took are order, it was out there in no time. We were in and out of there. The servings were big. It was just a wonderful experience from beginning to end. It has that small town feel, I can’t wait to go again, so many other things, I want to try.“

“My wife and I took a break from espresso shops and tried this hotel restaurant for coffee. It turned out surprisingly better than expected. The service was excellent, and the cappuccino was better than expected. It was good that I tried this restaurant.“