Excellent home town restaurant. This is the place locals frequent. Very community kind of atmosphere. Service was quick, efficient, and friendly. I had the chicken fried steak dinner and it was to die for! read more

My wife & I ate at this establishment for the first time yesterday evening. We had a gift certificate so we figured we would use it. Over the years I've heard so many people speak on how wonderful the food is. I ordered a KC strip medium rare w/ fries & had a side of broccoli. My wife ordered the catfish bites. My steak had grill flavor. As far as seasoning goes: bland. My wife's catfish was seasoned well. She was pleased w/ her meal. Kyle, our waiter asked how our meal was. I was honest & told him my steak was not seasoned. At this point I believe he felt to no longer ask us if we needed refills. He walked past our table several times checking up on the table sitting behind us. A $15-$20 tip he could have easily had if he had kept our drinks refilled & showed presence turned into an $8.00 tip. I will go as far to say that I would have considered revisiting the establishment & ordering something else. I also take into account that it's a bar & grill. I imagine if I would have ordered chicken fingers & fries under the same circumstances I would be more-apt to return. So a lesson to myself is to not order a steak at a bar & grill. As for the atmosphere. It' has good south-end hometown vibes. Not again, unfortunately. read more

Great restaurant. There is something for everyone on their menu. Service is wonderful

We ate here on a Monday evening, which happened to be $1.50 Taco night. Obviously the place was very busy. The waitress was sick, couldn't hear (even speaking very loudly), and was very short tempered/fused. So service could definitely use some improvement! I ordered 2 beef hard shell tacos and 2 beef soft tacos. Order came back with 4 hard shell tacos, so sent them back to get the correct order. The order came back for the second time and I ate the 2 hard shell tacos. I started to eat the soft taco and it was chicken, so had to send it back again!!! Finally got the order back a third time and it was correct. Frustrating! The other 2 people in my party both had cold mashed potatoes with their meals. So those had to be sent back too. The place has pinball machines and pool tables along with a bar. It also has a wide variety of seating scattered throughout the facility. Televisions were on so you can watch sports. Of course it was rather loud when we were there. Just needs improvement on wait staff and cooking/kitchen staff. read more

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Now this place is a must if you're ever in St. Joe, Mo. The service is unbelievable. Even if you have to wait for your table & you're just standing off to the side, they'll hand you a beer (or drink) of choice while you wait. The waitresses, know their jobs, they are constantly coming around and checking on their tables no matter how busy they are asking if anything is needed, if everything is ok, etc. The food is delicious to say the least. Even the BLT has more B on it than I've seen any place have in a very long time. The place itself is very clean and well maintained, especially for as busy as they stay all the time. I give kudos to Kyle, Whitney and Kyle Jr. for the jobs they do with that business! Sarah, Taylor, Liv and Cass are some of the best waitresses around. read more

On cold days, the front room is cold. Move back away from the door. Their breakfasts are pretty good. They serve brown hashbrowns, and their sausage gravy over biscuits is tasty. I think their bacon is undercooked, and if you ask for it crispy, it comes out burned. The servers I've had, have been attentive. I've not eaten there for lunch in a very long time. read more

Hostess was waiting for us with a smile and our table was ready. Service was excellent . The nights Prime rib special was not up to expectation but price was good . Everyone thanked us for coming We will definitely return read more

Adams Bar and Grill Review June 5, 2016 We've dined at Adams Bar and Grill many times and have always been pleased, until today. Eight, visiting, family members gathered at Adams at 6:00 pm, June 5, 2026. We had reservations and were promptly seated to tables that were prepared with menus, silverware, napkins, condiments, everything necessary to start our dining experience. Amy, our server greeted us, took our orders for drinks and promptly took orders for drinks as our other family members arrived. Amy described the night's special and gave us a few minutes to review the menu. We ordered five "Starters" and they arrived shortly, hot, delicious and plentiful. Amy gave us plenty of time to enjoy the "Starters" and then took our variety of orders for the main entree. The main entrees arrived together and no one had to wait for anyone to be served. The entrees were well presented and hot. One entree ordered was for rare, prime rib, as rare as possible. The prime rib that was served was not rare but pink and tough. We showed Amy that the prime rib was not rare, she took it away and returned a few minutes with another prime rib. The second prime rib was even more done than the first and Amy had the manager, Kyle, come to our table. Kyle said all he did was take the prime rib and dip it in au jus for 15 seconds and that's as rare as he could get it, "So what do you want me to do? Kyle didn't even wait for an answer and left our table. Neither the first or second prime rib were eaten, not one bite, and were returned to the kitchen. When I received the bill it showed being charged for the prime rib that was not prepared properly, and not one bite was eaten. I talked to Amy at the desk and showed her I was being charge for the unsatisfactory prime rib and asked why it was not comped off the bill. Amy said she'd get Kyle. Kyle came out to the desk and I asked why I was being charged for the prime rib that was unsatisfactory and not eaten. Kyle said, "You expect me to be out $50 for the two prime ribs?". I countered with "You expect me to pay for one prime rib that was not prepared properly and not eaten?". Kyle, put his had on my shoulder and condescending said, "Sir you just have a nice day.". Amy did remove the charge for the unsatisfactory prime rib but this rude encounter with Kyle made me decide to remove Adams Bar and Grill from any further dining. Another member of our group ordered prime rib, rare, as rare as possible. That prime rib did arrive rare but contained numerous, stringy and sinew pieces that about one fifth of the steak was inedible. Lessons learned: 1. Never go to a bar and grill to get a steak, where it's prepared by dipping it in hot au jus for 15 seconds, go to a real steak house that knows the proper cooking methods for prime rib. 2. Don't expect to receive a top quality steak from a bar and grill, go to a restaurant that specializes in steaks. 3. Always check your bill for charges for goods and services not received. 4. Never give return business to a restaurant that treats a customer rudely after pointing out unsatisfactory food. read more

Would give 0 stars if I could. I saw a cockroach while i was there and later I overheard a manager insulting one of the service staff and being pretty disrespectful over something small. Treat your staff better and call an exterminator. read more

The world needs more Bar & Grills like this. I don't go there to drink, I go there for their grill. Nothing is bland, it has taste. A place that is very comfortable, servers that know their job. Twenty some years, all good. read more

Adams is one of the best places to eat in St Joe, I have never had a bad meal and the staff is the friendliest in town! whether you want a burger, taco, catfish or their daily special you wont be disappointed! read more

Been here a few times and can have an adult beverage with breakfast if you so choose. They were busy but food came out in a timely manner. Wait staff here are pdq on most things. First time in for dinner. Met some cool folks from Indy, hope you enjoyed your time here and safe trip home!!! read more

They have roaches, service was not good. Servers were VAPING around the food and salads. They are unsanitary and would never recommend

People are great but service is slow and they charge you for condiments 75 cents for a single pat of butter. Sorry use to be a decent place but ordered a omelet and was charged for sour cream and salsa it's just no good paying their prices and paying for condiments that ended it for me and ice cream scoop of potatoes that's like two bites sorry folks expanding and wants you to pay I'm out read more

I had the polish dog with onion rings. It was very good and the onion rings were outstanding. Now going to split a blackberry cobbler with ice cream. Onion rings were homemade. Our server was very nice. read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - Homemade onion rings and polish dog. - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

The worse burger ever i medium rare is not well done cooks to stupid to cook anything but well shiuldnt be a cook I love corn and theirs dog wouldnt eat pop saus oh add this and thatno food should be good for prices of it Meatloaf every time ya go they are out no matter what time i choked so bad on burger my throat hurt Go anyplace but here fords burgrrs 10 times better I mean how can ya screw up a burger or corn only thing i ever had there was omlet read more

The Reuben is delicious ad so are the fries. Service is great. They're always busy and the place is clean.

This place has that charming hole-in-the-wall vibe. You seat yourself and walk to the register when you wanna pay. I met friends here for brunch but they don't serve breakfast after 11am so we pivoted and had lunch instead. I wish I had taken pictures but I was so hungry I forgot. I started with a spicy bloody mary which was garnished with olives and a pickle. It was very good. I ordered a grilled chicken sandwich with fries, they were also quite tasty. My friends ordered boneless wings and a grilled cheese. Everyone was pleased with their food and the bill. I would recommend this place if you are looking for good food and want to support a small locally owned business instead of going to a chain. I definitely intend to go back for breakfast. read more

Fantastic customer service! My family orders takeout. Always ready, hot and fresh with all condiments and utensils. Consistently a favorite, see you soon! read more

My salad was really good, although some pieces of my chicken were a little dry but season well. I would return to keep trying something new. Service was friendly and fast! read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - Louisiana Chicken Salad - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

Only thing served hot was the hash browns that were ordered after the original order came out. Menu stated hash browns & toast but that wasn't the case. Biscuits & gravy was terrible. Gravy tasted like wallpaper paste & biscuits weren't completely done. Waitress didn't even care when she was asked why the food was cold & tasteless. Just a few older men there talking loud about things only they care about. I won't be a repeat customer. Waitress me writing this review & took our plates immediately so couldn't get a picture read more

Was very pleased with my meal. Got the flank steak option and was cooked perfectly and delicious. I asked foe cheese on my broccoli and was pleased there was a good amount and bit some skimpy couple shreds like some places do. Their green beans were also decent and bit a canned mushy mess that I've had at other joints. Im doing keto so I couldn't have the toast but it looked good. Went at a busy time and though staff was very busy i still got good service read more

Opened at 7pm Friday. Placed a to go order at 7:17 after waiting in line. Did not get food tell after 8pm. Almost 45 minutes for a to go order and then they screwed it up. Did not wait. What a joke. Didn't even apologize for the wait. read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - Time stamped. $60. Wow - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

We take our family of 12 two to three times a month we haven't had a bad experience ever the wait staff is elite, very polite. food is always great this restaurant strives for perfection and hits it every time. read more

First time I have ever been there. And it was amazing. Will definitely go back. For being busy we never had any problems with getting our food or drinks. read more

Excellent food, excellent atmosphere and beyond excellent service. When friends come for a visit, I take them here for all the above. read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - Great steaks! - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

We had our friend's birthday here and we loved the place his wife chose to celebrate his 40th. They have good drinks and great foods. I had the tortilla hamburger and it was very good along with a margarita. Great, friendly and quick service. I am definitely coming back here. read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - Tortilla hamburger - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

The revitalization of Adams is now complete. The menu gives lots of options. Even picky eaters can find something. The service is great. The wait staff is friendly and attentive and the restaurant is clean and well lit. The sandwiches are fantastic as are the daily specials. The food comes out pretty quick so it's a great lunch spot. The tacos are great. I personally liked the Club and the BLT. Family run and a great place to eat. Please give them a try. You won't be disappointed. read more

Stopped by on Friday, July 26 shortly after an apparent lunch crowd departed. Was searching for something other than a chain restaurant and am glad we found this. Adams has small town local crowd and charm of some of the best taverns and restaurants that Ive been to. I had the Catfish fillets which were incredible while my girlfriend remarked about how great her Reuben was. While seated at the bar, we had excellent service from Cage. The bar has a good selection of local craft beer on draft and in bottles. Thanks again. read more

Food and service is always excellent. Always get great and friendly service. Pricing is in line with other restaurants around Saint Joseph. Highly recommend them to anyone living or traveling through the area. read more

used too go in there a lot. food is awesome but it has become so popular can never get seated! once went in employees scrambling around. left went somewhere else. called ahead they told me they could fit us in. get there 10 minutes later. again employees too busy. didn't even ask if we had a reservation. again we walked out. ended up going to Applebees where service was great. we will not be returning! read more

Had the salmon. Tasty. Good Mac n cheese, good fries. Friend got the chicken tendies and they looked good. Service was friendly but maybe not the most professional. read more

Adam's Bar & Grill - a hand giving a thumbs up - American Near Me - Saint Joseph, Missouri

We accidentally found this place on a roadtrip for my son's IUPUI graduation when we stopped for gas nearby. This had to be the best Philly Cheesesteak I have ever had! We loved the family atmosphere, the locals and the owners - so friendly and welcoming. We loved it so much we had to stop on our way back to Colorado. I'm planning another roadtrip now and have incorporated it into our travel plans - love this place! Colorado coming through again ... read more

Great food with a bar and grill atmosphere!!! We had a after work get together and had a great time.

My family traveled from California to St. Joesph for my son's commencement at MWSU. This spot is such a friendly place to have a drink and dinner. The food is amazing, but the service is even better. The owners and brother of the owner are such pleasant people. They should us so much love. Even the patrons were extremely nice. I can't wait to come back to St. Joe! read more

Just passing through looking for some lunch. Adams has a wide selection, good food and service! read more

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First time in, don't know what all the big rave is about. Cold fries average burger, wrap needed more zip to it. Wasn't all that impressed.........sorry just don't see it. read more

You'll have to look hard for this place but it's worth it. We stopped in for a quick meal when we were in town from KC for a high school hockey game. The menu is American comfort food. Apps, burgers, sandwiches, steaks etc my wife ordered tacos which had great seasoning and the salsa was tasty. I had the roast beef sandwich covered in gravy with mashed potatoes. Very good, tender meat the gravy was delicious. On a Friday night the parking is a challenge so you might have to drive around once or twice or walk a bit. Enjoy! read more

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Recently visiting (I live in florida) I came in here with my whole family and the place was PACKED! Keep in mind this was me and 9 other family members, we sat down and was immediately greeted by our server a very nice girl with blonde hair by the name of Cassidy . She took our drink orders and in less than I would say 3 minutes she was back with everything and ready to take down our order. The food came so fast I would say we were only there an hour or less ! I would definitely say this is one of the top restaurants saint joseph has to offer I was completely shocked by the great service, the manager even came over and greeted us to make sure everything was up to par, which it was ! If you get a chance to Oder the adams famous philly and the pork tenderloin you should it was DELICIOUS! All in all I would definitely recommend and me and my family will definitely be back whenever we get the chance. read more

Great food as always! We go here a good many times, since my family is well known here! The staff is always courteous and polite. The cook doesnt qiite know how to make an omelete but it still comes out great. Come on in have some good food and play some keno or go to the bar have you a drink, play some pool, pac-man or bowling read more