Museum Dining
Kansas City is recognized as being one of the top art cities in the nation. Internationally recognized museums have become a standard for the Kansas City art landscape. And, these days it's not just the museums that are gaining notoriety, the restaurants located in these museums are also generating a significant amount of buzz.
Kansas City Barbecue
Chow down at one of the 70+ barbecue spots in KC. Wondering where to start? Check out our list of Can’t-Miss BBQ Joints.
What’s Cooking in Kansas City?
From award-winning chefs to mouthwatering steaks and barbecue, there’s always something to whet your appetite at Kansas City’s restaurants.
Kansas City Restaurants
Artistic, beautiful, exquisite... delicious. Choose your own favorite words to describe Kansas City's culinary delights
T-Rex Cafe at Legends Outlets Kansas City
Head west for shopping, dining and fun at this open-air entertainment district. Dine among dinosaurs at T-Rex Cafe or cheer on the Kansas City T-Bones at CommunityAmerica Ballpark.

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Extra Virgin

Outside|Lines takes you to James Beard Award Winning Chef Michael Smith's latest culinary creation, Extra Virgin. It is located in Kansas City's historic Crossroad's Art's District. Learn More>>

Celebrity Chef Aarón Sánchez Unveils Mestizo

Leawood’s hottest new restaurant, Mestizo, is the creation of celebrity Chef Aarón Sánchez. Using his classic culinary training, Sánchez creates recipes that define a menu of bold flavors that set a new standard in Mexican cuisine.

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Dine & Play Discounts

Restaurants and nightlife venues are also offering deep discounts. Save on dinner and check out one of our many nightlife districts.

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VisitKC + Mobile = Personal KC Travel Guide

We've taken everything you love about Kansas City and put it in the palm of your hand. VisitKC is pleased to announce the launch of its new Mobile website.

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The idea is simple, but the approach is definitely something new.

What's Hot in KC Dining

Michael Smith

What's hot in KC dining? Discover the six top chefs to watch, learn about National Barbecue Month, and find out where you can have farm-to-table fare. Learn More

Dine Out in KC: Trendy & Affordable

One of the great things about Kansas City's nightlife scene is its ability to stretch a dollar. Check out our dining picks that will satisfy your taste buds without busting the piggy bank. Learn More

Dine Out in KC: Kids Guide to KC

Take My Word: Where to Eat & Play

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Learn the best dining and nightlife hot spots from Mark Church, the reigning champion of the Greater KC Bartending Competition and a bartender at The Wunderbar at Grünauer Restaurant. Learn More

Can’t Miss BBQ Joints

BBQ Ribs Sign_001_AA.jpg …97, 98, 99, 100 Kansas City-barbecue restaurants. Barbecue is a way of life in Kansas City and available on just about every corner. Here’s our list of Can’t Miss BBQ Joints. Learn More

Neighborhood Dining

Travel through Kansas City and you'll find a range of eclectic menus with influences from all cultures. We take you on a food tour of our many neighborhoods and districts. Learn More

3 to Try: James Beard Awards

Call it Top Chef Kansas City. Three award-winning chefs have carved out a nice piece of Kansas City’s fine-dining scene. Learn More

Kansas City Recipes

A dash of spice, a pinch of Kansas City – you’re definitely on your way to becoming a KC original. Transform your traditional evening fare with these Kansas City-flavored recipes. Learn More

3 to Try: Museum Dining

It's not just priceless works of art that are generating buzz at our local museums. Learn about the the artistic, culinary creations gaining notoriety at several local museums. Learn More

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Quotable Kansas City

"Kansas City is famous for barbecue, but the town is full of flavors."

– Country Living

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Get Introduced to a Whole New Kansas City!

Watch our short video and discover why The New York Times is calling KC
"a culturally-rich metropolis." Click here to watch on YouTube.

Top Rated Restaurants

It’s the mainstay of every great getaway – where to eat. Read through our list of KC’s most popular restaurants. And, it’s all according to you – the visitor.