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A photo of Smokehouse BBQ - Independence restaurant
4.4
Awesome(36)
Price: Moderate
• Barbecue • Independence
Booked 7 times today
Family owned and operated, Smokehouse Barbecue has been serving Kansas City since 1987. Smokehouse Barbecue restaurant opened their doors in Gladstone, Missouri with one goal - Provide Kansas City diners with the highest quality barbecue, along with unparalleled service. Smokehouse Barbecue exceeds that goal on a daily basis offering only the best hickory smoked brisket and succulent ribs, famous pulled pork and the best baked beans in the world, as well as savory seasonings, delicious sauces and rubs. A family-owned, Kansas City icon, Smokehouse Barbecue is dedicated to delighting your family with mouthwatering meals, fall-off-the-bone tender meats, generous portions, and impeccable service. Whether you're craving ribs, chicken or brisket, see why Smokehouse Barbecue has been a favorite for exceptional barbecue since 1987.
A photo of Red Lobster - Independence restaurant
4.1
Excellent(14)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Independence
Booked 1 time today
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
A photo of Kingdom’s Greetings restaurant
4.5
Awesome(298)
Price: Moderate
• Lounge • Raytown
Kingdom's Greetings is a fun holiday pop-up bar located at the luxurious Penthouse of GEHA Field at Arrowhead. It's a festive, cozy winter wonderland filled with red and gold decorations, fireplaces, and a Chief's sleigh. Reviewers loved the festive atmosphere, decorations, and top-notch service. They also raved about the creative, holiday-themed drinks. One review even mentioned it as a perfect way to celebrate a wedding anniversary. It's a great place to enjoy delicious cocktails and festive snacks in a fun and festive setting.
A photo of Faulkner's Ranch restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(87)
Price: Expensive
• American • South Kansas City
Jolly is Where Your Favorite Hallmark Christmas Movie Meets Nashville Honky Tonk!Faulkner’s fusion of festive food and beverages, served in their over-the-top western themed event barn, are sure to sleigh your holiday!After your 2 hour reservation inside Jolly you’ll exit into the indoor barnyard filled with Faulkner’s party animals where you can have another round with the llamas, goats, and sheep!Reservations are required. All guests must be age 21 & over.Currently booking reservations for groups of 17 or less. Parties greater than 17 please call us directly (816)761-5055 to book!Pricing Information: $15 per person for 2 hour reservation plus craft cocktails and small bite menu items. Larger parties over 10 must choose to split the bill evenly or settle the the entire amount on one tab.
A photo of Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Lee's Summit, MO restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1663)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lee's Summit
Booked 150 times today
Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.
A photo of Houlihan's - Lees Summit restaurant
4.2
Awesome(579)
Price: Moderate
• American • Lee's Summit
Booked 16 times today
Houlihan's in Lees Summit is all about having fun, with a lively atmosphere that many reviewers praise. They take pride in their 'quality ingredients, cooking from scratch', offering dishes like 'Shrooms and Stuffed Chicken Breast' and 'unique burger blend'. They even have a 'great happy hour', with 'food, drinks and environment' that reviewers love. The staff is consistently rated highly for their 'friendly and knowledgeable' service, making every visit to Houlihan's a memorable one.
A photo of Red Lobster - Lee's Summit restaurant
3.6
Very Good(60)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Lee's Summit
Booked 5 times today
Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.
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  • Katie
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined today
    Our family of four enjoyed seeing our beloved Arrowhead in a different setting. The stadium was tastefully adorned with holiday decor and photo opportunities. Plenty of room to space out from other guests and enjoy the ambience of the field and stadium in all its RED glory! Unreal to get to sit there and take in the fact we have taken first seed in the AFC playoffs!🤯🙌🏻🙌🏻 Appetizers seemed a bit pricey would be my only less than excellent review. A plus to the cost of the cocktails is that you have the option of taking the branded Kingdom Greetings drink ware with you!
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    Kingdom’s GreetingsPrice: Moderate• Lounge• Raytown
    4.5
  • Brian
    Denver / Colorado •4 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    The food was awesome! Pot sticker appetizer and we absolutely loved the slaw under the dumplings. The Butternut Squash Ravioli…. Wow, the sauce. Our server was absolutely amazing, she took time to add that personal touch while being absolutely swamped. The only negative was the hostess who refused to swap us tables when we were looking right at three other empty two tops ( yes we had reservations). The waitress realized I was put out, swapped us herself and made for an extraordinary experience!
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    Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Lee's Summit, MOPrice: Moderate• American• Lee's Summit
    4.5
  • Debbie
    Kansas City / Kansas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    It's always a great time at Faulkner's Ranch! The Faulkner's are a treasure in Kansas City and are always the best hosts. The decorations are beautiful, plenty of photo ops, food and drink specials and the chance to end the evening with a fire pit and a chance to play with the baby goats and other animals. As evidenced by the fact that they sell out their season, it's the place to be in for the holidays!
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    Faulkner's RanchPrice: Expensive• American• South Kansas City
    4.9
  • Terrence
    Kansas City / Kansas •14 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 15 Dec 2024
    Great food and service as always. Enjoyed our celebration.
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    Red Lobster - IndependencePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Independence
    4.1
  • MarkG
    Las Vegas •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 10 Oct 2024
    Great food and great service. My favorite bbq place in KC
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    Smokehouse BBQ - IndependencePrice: Moderate• Barbecue• Independence
    4.4
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