Popular Small-Plates Dining Spots in Kansas City

Not every dinner needs to be special to enjoy small plates fare.

• River House: Perched atop the historic Rock Island Bridge, River House is the nation’s first rivertop dining experience. Grab comfort food and drinks from the walk-up window, then take in sweeping views of the Kansas River from 60 feet above the water.
• BLVD Tavern: Embedded in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District, BLVD Tavern is a casual hang that offers unique takes on comfort food classics, such as crab cakes and cheese curds.
• King G Bar & Delicatessen: Also in the Crossroads, this neighborhood bar and deli serves stacked subs, deli staples and shareable bites, from hummus to charcuterie.

Expand your horizons beyond your comfort zone for delicious, globally inspired dishes.

• La Bodega: This Leawood- and Southwest Boulevard-based Spanish restaurant features a menu full of hot and cold tapas—arguably the most extensive list of small-plates options in the city.
• Extra Virgin: Mediterranean offerings shine at Extra Virgin—helmed by James Beard-winning Chef Michael Smith—thanks to a diverse array of options, including cured meats, flavorful cheeses, fresh vegetables and oysters.
• Muni: Head to Delaware Street in the River Market area for a culinary journey, drawing inspiration from non-traditional Thai-Mexican cuisine.
• Kansas City Bier Company: Pair a cold brew with German-style snacks at KC Bier Co.’s authentic Bavarian-style biergartens, now open in both Waldo and Lenexa.

Save these spots for romantic dinners out on the town.

• Ted’s Taproom: A sleek setting and smooth live jazz meet wildly creative cuisine in this Crossroads hotspot.
• The Antler Room: Elegant dishes pair Mediterranean and East Asian delicacies with Midwestern roots with amazing results, all complemented by artful cocktails and a warm atmosphere.
• Palm Tree Club: Find coastal luxury at Palm Tree Club in the Power & Light District. Share sushi rolls and steak frites in the dining room, then head upstairs for cocktails at the rooftop bar.