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Paulo and Bill's
$$$$•American•4.8(134)Paulo & Bill Restaurant in Shawnee serves up well-presented seafood and Italian cuisine including the classics and more modern choices.Paulo & Bill Restaurant offers appetizers that include garlic bread, wood-fired salmon salad, calamari, crab cakes and goat cheese bruschetta. Pasta options can be made gluten free and include the house-made gnocchi, wild mushroom ravioli and lasagna. Guests can choose entrées like the chicken piccata and Mama Mia grilled beef tenderloin with whipped potatoes. There is also a wood-fired oven with a number of pizza selections, such as peppered chicken and applewood smoked bacon. Paulo & Bill Restaurant has an outdoor seating area, a kids' menu and a special happy hour menu that includes small plates, such as lasagna rolls and sausage or beef tenderloin flatbreads. There is also brunch available. Special wine dinners are offered throughout the year with vintages paired with each course.YaYa's Euro Bistro - Overland Park
$$$$•Contemporary European•4.8(3,480)More Than 30 Years of Memories.
One Exceptional Table.
At YaYa’s, we’ve spent three decades perfecting the art of the European bistro. Whether you are looking to enjoy an authentic Mediterranean lunch in Kansas City, a romantic French-inspired anniversary dinner, or a family-friendly bistro experience, YaYa's has a menu option for you. From our signature Campo Lindo Chicken to our vegan-friendly Angel Hair Pomodoro to our Phyllo Brownie, our chefs take pride in creating a culinary experience you will delight in. Enjoy the global tastes of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine with American, French, Italian and Greek influences right here in Overland Park.
The reviews speak for themselves - exquisite food in Kansas City - from the appetizers to the salads to the entrees.
Come see for yourself why we’ve been called a hidden gem in Kansas City.
Of Course Kitchen & Company
$$$$•Contemporary Indian•4.8(13)Of Course Kitchen & Company is a hidden gem tucked away in South Overland Park, Kansas. Our menu brings together Swetha’s South Indian heritage with the familiar flavors and ingredients of American cuisine. Seasonal dishes highlight locally sourced ingredients whenever possible, and the menu evolves frequently. Step inside and you’ll find a moody, intimate atmosphere that feels both distinctly Kansas City and uniquely Of Course. Settle in at the bar for happy hour or reserve a table for an intimate dinner, and prepare for a unique dining experience you won’t forget. Recently nominated for James Beard Best Chef Midwest.Jack Stack Barbecue - Overland Park
$$$$•Barbecue•4.8(2,144)"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey
Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.
J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Overland Park
$$$$•Steak•4.7(9,303)Located near historic downtown Overland Park, J. Gilbert's Kansas City is consistently voted the #1 Steakhouse in KC and was recently named one of the top 50 steakhouses in the US by MSN. J. Gilbert's is an upscale casual steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill, in a down-to-earth, cozy and inviting atmosphere. Led by Executive Chef Ruben Rosales, the menu features the finest cuts of steak, fresh seafood and the unrivaled value of our Prix Fixe menu. and true to our midwestern Kansas City roots, our steaks always include the sides. The perfect spot for a date night or an intimate dinner with friends or colleagues, J. Gilbert's is open for dinner 7 days a week. We also have some of the best private and semi-private event spaces in Kansas City, and can also be booked for exclusively private luncheons.Bristol Seafood Grill – Leawood, KS
$$$$•Seafood•4.7(10,484)Bristol Seafood Grill is an upscale seafood restaurant that you can dress up or down. Our impeccable service in a classic, yet upscale atmosphere sets us apart from other Leawood restaurants. An icon in the city since 1980, Executive Chef David Padberg & team serve the city’s best seafood, procuring the freshest seafood available direct from the most reputable sources based on the day’s catch. Plus, enjoy top rated steak, featuring the finest cuts of USDA Prime Black Angus Beef grilled on an open wood fire.
Located in the heart of Leawood at Town Center Plaza, we’re honored to be named as Best Seafood by Ingram’s, an OpenTable Diner's Choice Winner and Best Seafood Brunch by 435 Magazine. So whether you’re looking for the best brunch in Leawood, an upscale restaurant for lunch, the best Happy Hour specials or your occasion calls for a nice dinner restaurant, we look forward to seeing you.
TapIns at the Greenhouse
$$$$•American•4.8(16)The Greenhouse isn’t decoration—it’s the architecture. Desert Dunes plays inside it, glass overhead, year-round. Prairie Pines runs outside for the days when you want open sky. E9 Grille serves a from-scratch menu and a full bar alongside 45 TVs, Booth Creek Wagyu, and stone-fired pizza that people come back for even when they’re not golfing.
It’s built for first dates, group hangs, family nights, work outings, and people looking for something different than another bar or restaurant.Scratch Gourmet Kitchen
$$$$•American•4.7(438)Enjoy a night of fine wine, expertly balanced signature cocktails, and elevated comfort food at a locally owned casual fine dining restaurant in the Shops of Prairie Village! From humble beginnings as a small catering company we have transformed into a one-of-a-kind boutique restaurant that provides a private and intimate dining experience focused on the food at the table and personal interactions with our team. Come experience the culinary expertise of Chef Mitchell Fetterling alongside a 2024 & 2025 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence wine program featuring more than 165 unique wine selections curated by our owner Tyler Morrison.
Scratch is a gem of a restaurant that provides a surprise and delight as we continue to grow. Since our opening in 2021, Scratch has been awarded Best New Restaurant in Johnson County in 2022 by The Shawnee Mission Post, 2023 Best Caterer in Johnson County, Finalist for Best New Restaurant by KC Magazine, and 2023 Yelp's "People Love Us".
Jack Stack Barbecue - Lenexa
$$$$•Barbecue•4.7(1,187)"Highest-rated barbecue in the country!" - Zagat Survey
Jack Stack Barbecue originated in Kansas City in 1957, by Russ Fiorella in a traditional storefront barbecue, with a modest selection of 5 or 6 items. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with his father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella's Jack Stack of Martin City.
To stand out in the competitive KC barbecue scene of the mid 1970's, Jack and Delores, began cooking with Gourmet Hickory Wood and created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country. The menu included Certified Angus Beef steaks, tender chicken, award-winning lamb ribs, and mouth-watering sides like Hickory Pit Beans and Cheesy Corn Bake.Gyu-Kaku Japanese BBQ - Overland Park, KS | Bluhawk (Kansas City)
$$$$•Japanese•4.6(521)Founded in Tokyo in 1996, Gyu-Kaku has become the world’s #1 Japanese BBQ brand! Thanks to our devoted fans we have reached over 700 locations worldwide. Each day, hundreds of thousands of people gather around the table-top smokeless grill, a centerpiece of our dining concept, enjoying selections of premium meats, just off the grill, and other freshly prepared foods from our kitchens, inspiring laughter, conversation, and a magical dining experience.
Our authentic yakiniku (grilled barbeque) dining experience crowns you the chef. Share a variety of delicious appetizers and premium cooked meats over a flaming grill, paired with Japanese sake, frosty cold beers, or other alcoholic and non-alcoholic options of your choice. We're the perfect spot to enjoy time with friends and family, organize an office party, or to spend quality time with your significant other!
Before you go, don't forget to taste our best-seller Harami Skirt Steak or Prime Kalbi Short Rib among other must-try dishes!
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- TTedKansas City / Kansas •14 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoJohn took excellent care of us. The food is always delicious. We will be back another time.More infoBristol Seafood Grill – Leawood, KS$$$$• Seafood• Leawood•4.7
- KKELLEYIowa •15 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoSurprisingly elegant. The food was outstanding and the service was excellent. Kind of expensive but worth every penny.More infoVerbena$$$$• Contemporary American• Kansas City•4.8
- DDeborahKansas City / Kansas •20 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoOur server, Tori was amazing. Very friendly and fun to talk to. Took time to chat with us and make my birthday dinner special!More infoJ. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Overland Park$$$$• Steak• Overland Park•4.7
- SSusanGoldLas Vegas •6 reviews5.0Dined 7 days agoLoved our waitress! Very personable! Very attentive!More infoYaYa's Euro Bistro - Overland Park$$$$• Contemporary European• Overland Park•4.8
- NNickMinneapolis - St. Paul •1 review5.0Dined on Oct 28, 2026Incredible atmosphere fantastic service fantastic food. Home run place.More infoNorth Italia – Kansas City$$$$• Italian• Leawood•4.7
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Right smack dab between Missouri and Kansas, Kansas City is famous for its love of barbecue. In fact, the American Royal World Series of Barbecue is held each year in Kansas City. But the area has more to offer than just great BBQ. Some of the best Mexican food in the Midwest can also be found here. Late night trips to Southwest Boulevard for tacos are a rite of passage in Kansas City. With a metropolitan area of over 2.3 million, Kansas City has plenty of other dining options from casual to fine dining. Any palate can be satisfied with the offerings in this unique Midwestern city.
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