Best Group Dining Spots in Kansas City

“The owners are just the nicest people! Highly recommend for take out, dine in, or catering!”

“This is a great stop for a quick bite of fresh food if in the Downtown area.”

“CONSISTENTLY the best lunch I’ve ever had, and so well priced!!”

“Keisha was an outstanding waiter, we had some confusions on the menu but she was able to give us recommendations and explain whats on a dish, she was amazing !”

“Evonne was incredible! Food is always great, but she really took it above and beyond.”

“Food has always been perfect and the waitresses are always so friendly!”

“The atmosphere is perfect. Loved everything. Make sure you get the espresso martini, Sando, and the soft serve with trash candy”

“Nick and Leslie have again brought a well thought out plan to bring a style of food in a perfect space.”

“Thank you Chef Nick and Leslie for curating this space and bringing such a wonderful gift to Kansas City!”

“This was our 3rd time eating Garrozzo's. First time was at a friend's wedding, next time was for dinner and this time lunch. The food has been excellent every time.”

“The pastas that are made in house are great too - loved the Gnocchi.”

“Pricing was very reasonable for the quality of food, and the portion sizes are perfect!”

“The meatloaf sandwich was incredible! The meatloaf was soft, flavorful, and perfectly put together to be sturdy without hard or tough.”

“Located in The Crossroads District if you're looking for a burger with outstanding flavor, that is the right amount of juicy you found it.”

“The price here is insane, the best bang for the buck. Live music and a very chill place.”

“The food was delicious and while I did have an allergy to Citrus they had some other items I could get while here”

“Brenda was amazing and helped us move since the women refused to get off there phone but Ms. Brenda was fantastic thank you we will be back”

“Have never been disappointed by the fancy falafel! Delicious every time.”

“I had an outstanding experience in Car No. 551. The food was excellent—fresh, flavorful, and far better than what you’d typically expect while traveling.”

“They had jazz music playing and sitting on the patio was the perfect spot to be afternoon.”

“Great “little” addition to the already amazing Rivermarket area… Love taking the street car down for some lunch.”

“Brilliant service! Pho-nomenal food, best Pho I’ve had in the city.”

“The staff is also fantastic, offering great recommendations and helping you understand the menu.”

“The Phó here at Vietnam Cafe is as good, or better, than any my cousins or aunts make.”

“There was also an insane wait for the inside compared to being seated right away in the patio (beer garden).”

“Her response was to defend the waitress, saying she was overwhelmed, but her tone was dismissive and lacked sincerity.”

“I have never had anything less than an outstanding time at this restaurant.”

“We had a fantastic experience with Brit Boy! I needed a catered lunch on short notice, and he was incredibly easy to work and very communicative throughout the process.”

“He arrived right on time with warm, delicious pies. Perfectly presented and full of flavor.”

“Honestly the best authentic British food I have had the pleasure of eating.”

“One other fantastic note one the restaurant, they had a few round tables for six!! Round tables enable conversations much better than rectangular.”

“Carly was the absolute best!!! She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time and it really made the whole experience.”

“The risotto was billed as the best you’ll ever eat, and it did not disappoint.”

“Our waitress was wonderful! She made great recommendations, knew the menu very well, and was very kind.”

“Every appetizer, entree, pasta and dessert we have tried over three occasions has been delicious.”

“The NYE prix fixe menu was thoughtfully done and delicious, with the rotollo bolognese being the highlight for me.”

“Miss Kari did a fantastic job of taking care of us and the food was delicious.”

“The atmosphere is warm, welcoming, and beautifully set up, making it a perfect place to relax and enjoy a great meal.”

“This definitely was one of my favorite spots up until a few months ago when they closed for new ownership and remodeling.”

“Hands down the best pizza in the Kansas City metro. I drive here from Lenexa, because it is handover fist better than Minsky‘s and grinder’s. Best New York style crust.”

“Great attention to ingredient detail. Great sauce in the perfect amount.”

“Cozy community atmosphere! I loved running into so many people I know sharing good food together!”

“Gave me the discounted price from social media even though it was outdated. Food was excellent! Staff was super. Thanks to the manager!”

“Darius was our server and he made the entire evening!!!!!!! He is so engaging and has the best personality!”

“Our server, I think her name was Olivia, was superb. Outstanding service. Everyone was friendly and professional.”

“Was in Kansas City for a 48 hour trip… wanted to try a bbq restaurant that was amazing and memorable.”

“Wings were out of this world delicious. Manc n cheese, pork belly, brisket sandwich all very delicious!”

“We visited Kansas City from Virginia Beach specifically for the BBQ and this was by far the best food out of all the places we tried.”

“Our waiter did an amazing job and was on top of it with our two kids.”

“The service we received was kind of bad, but the food is excellent and fairly priced.”

“Came to Barrio for happy hour and had the best experience.”

“The food was superb, service was prompt and friendly, and the atmosphere is very neighborhood/cozy--which we always value.”

“Pho and banh mi were delicious. Staff were friendly and attentive.”

“Hosted a party of 40. No issues. Amazing food and service!”

“Yard House is always a place we can count on for amazing food and excellent service, and this visit was no different.”

“Music was the perfect loudness and not over burdening to table convo.”

“Cory is honestly one of the best servers I’ve had in a long time at a restaurant.”

“Food came out fresh and was very delicious. Server was very attentive to all the tables.”

“This is my second time coming to this place. The food is good. They have late night hours which I like.”

“This place is consistently good. Hours fit my cravings lol Never had a bad meal here- always hits the spot.”

“Food came fast! Was delicious and pretty reasonably priced. It felt like we just sat down when food and drinks arrived.”

“Still, after 20 years in KCMO (and now a west coast'er), Rudy's remains my favorite Mexican restaurant in all of Kansas City.”

“Delicious, quick and won't break the bank. $17 before tip for meal and a soda, they have Coke not Pepsi.”

“The service was excellent as well. Our server and waiter were attentive and welcoming, adding to the overall positive vibe.”

“Eat, relax, and enjoy a fantastic drag show for as little as $25 per person. Can't beat that value!”

“It’s all much fun! They have superstars putting in amazing shows all the time.”

“If you are looking for quality food, excellent service, and a chill, modern, clean atmosphere, Boru is your place to go.”

“The ambiance is perfect for a Friday night out, and the drink selection adds to the vibe.”

“They also had a manager coming around to check on each table's experience (always a sign of a restaurant that truly cares).”

“The location, the curb appeal, spacious seating, cleanliness, decor, Service, and Food were all Premium and 5 star rated, in my First.”

“My husband said his steak sandwich was one of the best he’d ever had.”

“I’ve been coming here since they opened about three years ago and every time the food is spot on, atmosphere is excellent, and service is outstanding!”

“The vibe is 10/10. Have been several times and the food is always incredible paired with great drinks.”

“Our server Andres was so welcoming and accommodating and an overall amazing server!”

“Service with Alberto was incredible. What a kind and charming young man.”

“The staff make you feel like family, the food is excellent, and the bartender / manager Tom ensured everyone had a good time and everything ran smoothly.”

“Food was good but i dont know why I have been charged 35$ instead of 29$ (Menu price) for 3 kebab platter.”

“Intimate space, unique eats with outstanding staff that make the whole experience truly memorable.”

“Urban did a great job creating a wonderful atmosphere to have a nice relaxed meal for either entertaining someone”

“Chef Justin delivers with delicious Vegan chickpea lettuce cup tacos.”

“Only after one of our members informed the owner of the poor service (twice) did the server return to the table and acknowledge his behavior.”

“Excellent Experience! Everything about our visit was outstanding. The service stood out — our server "Jody" was incredibly knowledgeable about the menu and provided great recommendations.”

“Our waitress was amazing. And so patient, especially since 12-14 year-old boys made up half our group!”

“My waffles were so delicious, I love how the flavor melted on my tongue the butter, the syrup , omggggg I need another one nowwwww.”

“The food was so good! Everything we are was amazing. Recommend the BLT breakfast sandwich with the egg and avacado.”

“Our server James was AMAZING!! He was attentive, had great suggestions on things to try and a friendly positive attitude.”

“My gluten free pancakes were delicious and our server Jay was one of the greatest and funniest people ever.”

“The location is perfect for anyone wanting to visit the River Market area or KC Farmer's Market on the weekends.”

“The House Made Cinnamon Roll with Bacon is the BEST in town!!”

“Christopher was a great server and the food was beyond delicious!”

“We love this place, the staff always give us a "what up" when we walk in the door. The food is always so delicious.”

“Arthur was amazing the moment we walked in the door! From the drinks to the amazing food and atmosphere!”

“We've been to KC Taco 3+ times now & have consistently tried new amazing drinks and menu items.”

“The salmon bowl is 10/10. The cookies? Also delightful. The staff is incredibly kind.”

“All whole foods but lots of plant oriented/based options as well as phenomenal meat-based dishes.”

“The Russell was very unexpected. It's not in an area of downtown that you think of as a destination spot.”

“The owner sent out a personalized, sincere message that turned their service into a 5 star!”

“Justus, our server was absolutely phenomenal. She truly made the whole experience special and amazing.”

“The tavern-style pizza was outstanding, crispy and flavorful with perfect toppings.”

“Dining out as a vegan can be difficult, but Jasper went above & beyond to make sure I had a deliscously curated meal.”

“We enjoyed our time together for dinner at Jasper’s. It was popular that Saturday evening, yet we could still hear each other’s talk.”

“Ensuring everything going on is for our betterment. Truly great to see a business caring this way these days.”

“The breading and skin on the chicken is thin and so crunchy delicious. Their coleslaw is always creamy and crunchy and the Mac n cheese is done to perfection.”

“Our server Payton was amazing and super down to earth. I highly recommend this place!”

“Dwayne is the best and provided us top notch service. He made sure our orders were correct and ensured our dinning experience was pleasant.”

“Very good food and customer service and very clean and the best parts are the Mexican cuisine and prices”

“Our server was excellent and our food came out fast and hot!”

“We arrived tonight and were seated but after 20 minutes of waiting and no server in sight, we ended up leaving.”

“Paige was our server and she was wonderful. Great wine recommendations.”

“The food is phenomenal, the service is always top notch, and the space is beautiful.”

“Shared feedback nicely with manager. Disappointed that they didn’t try to respond in some way.”

“The manager troubleshooted the TV for 20 minutes and even though he couldn’t get that channel the experience was awesome.”

“There are plenty of TVs and drinks to make it a perfect hangout spot.”

“The Northland is littered with local restaurants, but most of them are well-established and rightfully proud of their identities.”

“This is a hole-in-the-wall Nigerian spot in Kansas City… Authentic and delicious food.”

“We arrived at the restaurant by 2pm, which was mostly empty. Didn't get helped by the staff until maybe 10.”

“Arrived at the restaurant by 2pm, which was mostly empty. Didn't get helped by the staff until maybe 10 minutes later.”

“We are Tasico people, however we found that of all the different ones we have been to this was our least favorite.”

“We live in Waldo and frequent Pizza Tascio, the owners and staff are fantastic with their kindness and hospitality.”

“This is a carry-out restaurant. They have some seating, but they're clearly not going for ambiance, and it's counter service, only. But that's ok, because the pizza is amazing.”

“A few months ago, I got a BLT sandwich to go and it was the best BLT I’ve ever had in my life.”

“The restaurant was very busy tonight but Sarah did an amazing job taking care of us despite the rush!!”

“This place is amazing. Always one of my favorite KC spots!”

“We sat at the bar area facing the kitchen and it was sooooo clean!! They do an amazing job keeping the kitchen area clean.”

“Sat on the patio while listening to an awesome 2000s playlist. Biscuit was soft and tasted amazing.”

“The service was wonderful and the menu was fun and interesting. They crushed it in every way.”

“We celebrated our fourth anniversary here and loved our meal, the service by Hannah T and the lovely atmosphere!”

“Alyssia was an amazing server. Our glasses were filled before we ever asked.”

“Tim C did a fantastic job making our Christmas Eve magical!”

“Had their lunch special. Open faced sliced brisket sandwich, baked beans, and cole slaw. Generous portions. Delicious.$12.00”

“The service was excellent even though she seemed to have the entire place on her own.”

“The prok tenderloin sandwich is enormous!!!! If you want dressing or condiments you need to ask, my sandwich didnt come with any.”

“My husband gets the three cheese tortellini every time and I get the spaghetti and meatballs. Every time we eat here it’s fantastic!”

“Little joint with fantastic food, fairly affordable when you consider the quality of the food you are getting.”

“They have quite literally the best lasagna in Kansas City.”

“The curried spinach was great and the ugali was good but the lamb was excellent.”

“The food was outstanding, and the mango juice was simply phenomenal!”

“I don't really like the location of this restaurant but the food was amazing!”

“Minsky's has remained Kansas City's best place for pizza. They are so consistent with the quality, service and it taste the same as it did when I was a kid.”

“I get the vegetarian on wheat dough and add whatever I want and it’s always delicious.”

“I was there for 1.5 hours for a small pizza and a sandwich and barely made it to the ice cream shop with 5 mins before closing.”

“Mellek, our waitress, was absolutely amazing. The food was spectacular and made the whole trip to Kansas City worth it.”

“The shawarma (Jerusalem style) was a little dry and didn’t quite satisfy me, but the Philly cheese gyro (I forgot the exact name) was amazing – juicy and so flavorful!”

“Food was delicious and big portions. Good value for the cost. We came home with a.”

“This place gives Brazil vibes and I'm here for it. Food is amazing, flavor is even better.”

“Great atmosphere and delicious food that has a flavor that’s authentic to lunch spots in Brazil!”

“The food here is FANTASTIC, yucca fries crispy & tender - better than any steak fry.”

“Food is always fantastic as is the service. The only reason I rated the atmosphere low is that its so loud, but it's loud because it's busy and good!”

“The veggie quiche was the best I've ever had! It has perfect texture, temperature and balance of flavors”

“Our service was beyond fantastic. I had a lot of questions and she didn't get frustrated at all.”

“I went where they have $2 tacos. It was such a nice experience. Service great and the food was amazing.”

“Best birria tacos I have ever had. It puts On The Boarder to shame in both quality and price.”

“Ive been coming to this place for the past three years. Its wonderful!”

“The best cubano I've ever eaten. 4 others cleared there plates. Just go try it.”

“The tapas are delicious, they are not a good value. The portions are very small.”

“This place is fantastic! Every time I've come here I've enjoyed my experience.”

“Most of it was still very good, but the dinner rolls were dry and crusty, and the dressing (usually my favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner) was horribly dry.”

“The French Toast Brunch Box was! I got my order to go and it included 2 boxes of food and then a separa”

“Came in for brunch and was very pleased with how quickly I was seated.”

“The ambiance is great, the space is very well designed and there is a beautiful fully outdoor patio.”

“This is worth trying restaurant in KC. The food, service and atmosphere were 10/10.”

“Food was pricey, portions were small.Atmosphere was beautiful and calming, inside and out.”

“The calamari appetizer is some of the best I've ever had. Really enjoy the lamb as well as the dynamite sushi.”

“The steak is always cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful every single time. Pair it with their amazing mashed potatoes, which are creamy, buttery, and downright addictive.”

“Friendly relaxing atmosphere you don't always expect with fine dining. Enjoyed conversations with other customers at the bar while feasting on some amazing dishes from the happy hour menu.”

“The service is excellent, 10 out of 10. Everyone was very friendly, attentive, and the service was super fast.”

“Best Chilaquiles Verde con Asada I've ever had. Completely homemade and the service was great.”

“This is by far the best authentic Mexican eatery in the Kansas City area.”

“Server was great with our large group and everything I had was amazing and fresh.”

“Our bartender, Holly, was the best. She helped me how to use chopsticks 🥢😀”

“Blue Sushi Sake Grill never misses! I’ve dined in multiple times and also ordered delivery, and the quality is always top-tier.”

“The food was absolutely phenomenal! Goat cheese and mushroom tart was great and the Wagyu burger was full of flavor and cooked too perfection.”

“Maggie was our server and she was fantastic with the wine recommendations and knowledgeable about all of the food.”

“The steak tartar, excellent and in fact ordered it on each of the two occasions I was there.”

“The food is incredible 🔥🔥🔥🤤. Loved the Blackened Shrimp tacos. The prices are reasonable as well too!”

“This place is a go-to casual meet up spot for dinner that’s low key and gives more bar vibes than restaurant vibes.”

“This establishment strikes a perfect balance between genuine atmosphere and top-tier hospitality.”

“Maggie was an excellent server! She served us all happy hour, knowledgeable about the menu, kind, attentive, and supportive!!”

“Our server, Baileigh, was fantastic — warm, attentive, and really knew the menu.”

“Actually an outstanding location with some outdoor seating overlooking brush Creek.”

“Excellent food. Very reasonably priced for the amount of food you receive. Speedy service as well. Very high quality.”

“My 16 and 12 year old kids loved the meal, and the server was nothing but curtious”

“Great location by the Uptown Theater! Perfect for stopping in before a show or shopping trip downtown.”

“I was here Sunday with my church family and we absolutely loved food! It is seasoned and cooked to perfection!!”

“The food was AMAZING. The jerk sauce is legit and the greens YUMMY!!! Good service good food loved everything.”

“The food is AMAZING. The jerk sauce is legit and the greens YUMMY!!! Good service good food loved everything.”

“The ribs were my favorite I have ever had so far.”

“It’s a bit of a dive but they have some absolutely delicious food.”

“This is not one of regular bbq joints to visit in KC, but we were around the corner watching Thursday night football at the Outlaw Cigar Lounge”

“The wine selected for us, the food, atmosphere was inviting for couples, and the chocolate dessert was delicious.”

“The Paco Shrimp appetizer is their signature starter and it earns the hype. Rich, smoky, and genuinely delicious, it’s the one dish almost everyone seems to order.”

“Great date night spot. Wonderful service and atmosphere and more importantly the food.”

“Beautiful mural inside with the Chiefs, KC Royals and also an Aztec temple, painted face of a woman representing día de los muertos.”

“Are you in the doghouse?. Said something stupid to your GF or wife?? Take her here and order the Mango magerita with chamoya straw”

“They charge for credit card fees more than the fees actually are. We went there weekly. Now will never go again since they over charge.”

“Superb. One of the top 4 steaks of my life, the best seabass of my life, and the best creme brulee.”

“Excellent restaurant! Our server, James, had a wonderful table presence. He made our party of ten feel very welcome and ensured order accuracy.”

“Best steak I've ever had. The cocktails and wine pairings were incredible too!”

“The food was delicious, and our waitress was very thoughtful and kind.”

“Always fantastic! I still think for value, quality, taste, and service, they are the best in the city.”

“Nice area in the plaza, great cocktail list. Highly recommend.”

“Lovely laidback little cocktail bar with Sinatra on the record player and the most unique and delightfully delicious curated cocktail menu you ever did explore.”

“The mussels were my favorite. I'd also like to add that the amount of mussels are very large.”

“All were great. Finished it with their in house melon sorbet which I would buy by the pint if I could.”

“I really wanted to love this place because the pizza itself was actually delicious. Unfortunately, my experience wasn’t great due to a cleanliness issue.”

“If your goal is to find a good cheap pizza, this is not the place. But if your goal is to find a delicious gourmet pizza, welcome.”

“This place has a very romantic feel at night and a beautiful outdoor patio.”

“This place is fantastic! The food, the drinks, the prices, the atmosphere, the service. Everything is great!”

“BEST FISH TACOS!! The only downfall i would say is that the menu is in Spanish.”

“Seafood was delicious,their live music made the ambiance feel joyful. I would rate a.”

“Dylan, our primary server, was outstanding!! We had a group of 13, celebrating the holiday & another stellar year working together.”

“Michael was a phenomenal server. Valet was also amazing.I recommend valet parking ($20)! They get you in and out.”

“We had a wonderful date night at 1587 Prime in Kansas City.”

“The food was great, but my favorite part was the service from Mia.”

“Then a huge seating area with lots of tables by the TV where a large group could meet up or have a team lunch.”

“Apparently a Large just means more rice, cause this is the same amount of meat I get in a Classic.”

“The oysters, shrimp cocktail, and gnocchi sardi were phenomenal, and our server, Gus, took great care of us on a very busy night.”

“The atmosphere is stunning — 3 levels including a rooftop lounge 🌅, a gorgeous bar 🍸, and a.”

“The biggest issue for me, though, was the service. I felt that our server was a bit dismissive.”