With roots dating back more than a century, barbecue has become a world-famous feature of Kansas City’s dining scene. Now, during the most delicious 10 days of the year, don’t miss the chance to take part in the sweet and smoky tradition in an entirely novel way—served alongside inventive appetizers and stellar sweets for dessert.
Longtime favorites and (relative) newcomers join the KCRW roster to make the region’s signature cuisine available via affordable, inventive menus.
Burnt end chili, bourbon ancho wings, ribs, sausage and so many more flavorful staples can be found on the KC Restaurant Week menu at Blind Box BBQ in Shawnee. Carryout available
At 85th & Troost, BB’s Lawnside Bar-B-Que serves old-school barbecue featuring everything from onion rings and sprawling platters to bread pudding for dessert. Carryout & delivery available
With a presence on KC’s barbecue scene since 2010, Burnt End BBQ offers $20 deals for lunch and dinner at locations inside Crown Center and in De Soto.
Char Bar is known for its playful plates and lively dining spaces. Among an extensive menu of options for KC Restaurant Week, the Kingdom Tray is tailor-made to make game day a delight.
Signature meats are within easy reach at Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue with six locations in the area, including the Country Club Plaza, Lee’s Summit, Lenexa, Martin City, Overland Park and the Freight House in the Crossroads Arts District.
Menus for brunch, lunch and dinner served in a TV-lined dining room make Leawood’s Meat Mitch Barbecue is the ideal location to watch a game, no matter when kickoff is scheduled.
On the other side of the metro, Jazzy B's BBQ in Lee’s Summit draws on flavors from across the country (and beyond) to build a menu of Cajun burgers, boudin dip, and bread pudding in addition to brisket and jerk ribs.
For creative takes on the classic cuisine, branch out during KC Restaurant Week to try even more spots that prepare sandwiches, sliced meats and more in original fashion. Dig into Korean barbecue at Kobi Q, freshly prepared cuts at Pigwich or smoked chicken and pulled pork alongside many other menu options at OurHouseKC.