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1. Ocean Prime - Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(1967)
$$$$
• Seafood • Kansas City
Booked 35 times today
Located at 46 Penn Centre, adjacent to Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments , Clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. We appreciate your cooperation.
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2. Pierpont's at Union Station
4.7
Exceptional(5495)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 41 times today
Pierpont's at Union Station has been providing food and service as memorable as the historic setting since its inception in 1999. Named for railroad baron J.P. (Pierpont) Morgan, Pierpont's serves perfectly aged prime steaks and fresh seafood arriving daily. To complement your culinary selections, we maintain an extensive wine list featuring bottles from all over the globe, as well as boast a gorgeous 2-story bar equipped with a rolling library ladder.Our Private Dining Rooms-located in the Wine Cellar, along with the Pierpont's Belvedere Room on the 2nd floor overlooking Grand Hall, offer more intimate settings for groups of 6 to 60. They are perfect for business or entertaining guests and each room is individually decorated, offering an exceptional place to celebrate a special occasion, close the deal, or have a gathering with friends.
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3. Gordon Ramsay Steak - Harrah's Kansas City
4.8
Exceptional(3777)
$$$$
• Steak • Kansas City
Booked 21 times today
Multi-Michelin star chef and television personality Gordon Ramsay is bringing his first restaurant to the Midwest, Gordon Ramsay Steak. Expect Ramsay’s take on traditional American steakhouse dishes with a couple Kansas City inspired dishes.
A photo of McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas City restaurant
4. McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Kansas City
4.6
Exceptional(7462)
$$$$
• Seafood • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 50 times today
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood in Kansas City is a special occasion spot, with numerous reviews praising the excellent service and food. It's a place where guests celebrate birthdays, anniversaries, and other special events. As one reviewer put it, 'The food was delicious and the attention we received was just as expected.' The restaurant's ambiance is also highly rated, described as both upscale and inviting. The staff is accommodating, making every guest feel special.
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5. Lidia's Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(8020)
$$$$
• Italian • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Booked 50 times today
Lidia's features authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Every item at the restaurant is house-made entirely from scratch with the best ingredients available. Breads and desserts are baked in-house daily and each salad and entree is prepared fresh. Every day Lidia's offers a sampling of seasonal, daily-made pastas. We also feature many seafood, chicken, pork, and beef options. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs including gluten-free items. Lidia's is located in the historic Freighthouse-- a beautiful 19th century building. The stunning decor includes three hand-blown chandeliers, a three-story slate fireplace, and cozy, New York style seating.Please note: Separate billing for parties of 6 or more is not allowed. Maximum of 3 cards per transaction.
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6. The Majestic Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(3963)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Downtown / River Market
Booked 17 times today
We are a classic Kansas City Steakhouse in The Historic Garment District located at 10th & Broadway featuring live Jazz nightly. We are currently offering a solo Jazz Pianist Friday - Tuesday on the Main Floor , Trios are down in the Jazz Supper Club Wednesday - Saturday. All seating requests are based on availability.
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7. J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Overland Park
4.7
Exceptional(9117)
$$$$
• Steak • Overland Park
Booked 59 times today
Located near historic downtown Overland Park, J. Gilbert's Kansas City is consistently voted the #1 Steakhouse in KC and was recently named one of the top 50 steakhouses in the US by MSN. J. Gilbert's is an upscale casual steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill, in a down-to-earth, cozy and inviting atmosphere. Led by Executive Chef Ruben Rosales, the menu features the finest cuts of steak, fresh seafood and the unrivaled value of our Prix Fixe menu. and true to our midwestern Kansas City roots, our steaks always include the sides. The perfect spot for a date night or an intimate dinner with friends or colleagues, J. Gilbert's is open for dinner 7 days a week. We also have some of the best private and semi-private event spaces in Kansas City, and can also be booked for exclusively private luncheons.
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8. Melting Pot - Kansas City
4.7
Exceptional(3540)
$$$$
• Fondue • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 35 times today
Unforgettable dinners in Kansas City start at The Melting Pot-and they don't end until you try our famous fondues.
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9. Piropos Restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(2264)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Kansas City
Booked 48 times today
A Taste of Argentina well served...For reservations please visit us at www.piroposkc.com or call 816-741-3600The taste of Argentina is very American Midwestern. The foods of its capital city, Buenos Aires, are steaks, grilled meats, seafood, fresh salads and vegetables. Argentineans enjoy dining in a generally relaxed atmosphere where conversation and gracious dining go hand-in-hand. Piropos Restaurant, on the hill in Briarcliff Village, offers a unique view, warm atmosphere and fresh foods prepared in the Argentinean style. ***PLEASE NOTE: WHEN MAKING RESERVATIONS PIROPOS CANNOT RESERVE WINDOW TABLES. THEY MAY BE REQUESTED UPON ARRIVAL, BUT CANNOT BE GUARANTEED. Thank you.
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10. Gram & Dun at the Country Club Plaza
4.6
Exceptional(4749)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside
Booked 51 times today
Gram & Dun brings culinarily-driven fare, while paying special attention to pairing food with libations. It's a place “for the people” where you can relax and enjoy the neighborhood vibe while we test theories of food, drink and the evolution of good times. Our local owners and staff bring a unique, modern environment to this ideal Plaza location where we have revived the best patio in town, making Gram & Dun an enticing landmark for locals and visitors alike. In addition, Gram & Dun honors the traditional by bringing revered dishes to the forefront and adding our own special touch, and welcomes seasonality as the year progresses, all in an effort to provide the best to patrons with exquisite taste. Gram & Dun: sophisticated, soulful and crafted.
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