Trails

Explore the metro by embarking on Trails, each a veritable barbecue expedition showcasing restaurants grouped by themes, such as old-school joints, geography and more. Enjoy the sights and sounds of the districts and neighborhoods along the way for a full Kansas City experience.

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KANSAS CITY BARBECUE AS SEEN ON TV

Thanks to high-profile features on travel and food television, there’s no shortage of celebrity smokers in KC, from old-school classics to modern marvels—each featured in the KC BBQ Experience app’s As Seen on TV trail.

Local Pig & Pigwich

BARBECUE BUCKET LIST

Hotspots and highlights shine along this trail featuring crowd favorites.

County Road Ice House in the Power & Light District

CENTER OF THE BARBECUENIVERSE

Embark on a trail that highlights some of the finest joints in the heart of the city.

CONQUERING JOHNSON COUNTY

A short drive south guarantees saucy splendor in popular hubs like Overland Park and Olathe.

Gates Bar-B-Q

FOUNDERS

Aged like a fine wine, these classic joints have been smokin’ for more than 50 years.

Hawg Jaw Que & Brew

RULER OF THE NORTH

Discover delicious bites at hotspots north of the Missouri River.

Jazzy B's

SHORT DRIVE, BIG FLAVOR

From Blue Springs to Lee’s Summit, travel south and east for unbeatable barbecue tastes.

THE KANSAS SIDE

Barbecue spots located on the other half of the state line.

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