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    Burnt End BBQ

    3.5 (178 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    BURNT END BBQ ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Pamela S.

    Stopped in for a cocktail during happy hour and so glad we did. We ordered the cornbread bites on the earlybird menu for six dollars, and they were amazing, I couldn't stop eating them. We also ordered the raspberry Cosmo and they were prepared perfectly. We sat at the bar the bartender was kind, and the service was exceptional. Unfortunately, we did not stay for dinner, so I'm not sure how the food was. They did have a takeout area, which was a nice touch or you can sit and dine in the restaurant.

    Malcolm E.

    What started off as an excursion for a snack turned into an incredible dining experience! First off, the aroma from Burnt End hits you like a warm hug, and then you see the openness and roof lighting above the bar hitting every part of the restaurant. A server quickly mentioned their Happy Hour specials and I was sold -- I wish I had tried everything listed. The barbecue is amazing, sides are amazing, and their SAUCES *chef's kiss*!!! The highlight for me was the phenomenal service, but the bartender Terrance deserves every ounce of praise I can give. His presence? Warm. Recommendations? Top-tier. He truly exemplifies what you would want to see in any restaurant and I left highly satisfied. If you're in Kansas City and haven't visited Burnt Ends yet, do yourself a favor. Go for the Happy Hour and stick around...you won't regret it. I'll be back with coworkers next time.

    Wings
    Courtney S.

    The smell of this place is what drew me in. Myself and my sister in law came here on a Saturday afternoon to try the happy hour after a full morning with the kiddos. To find out there isn't one on Saturdays but the manager so graciously gave us that pricing anyway! The wings were in our opinion overcooked and very dry but the flavor which was I believe like Thai chili was very good. The cornbread bites were my favorite of the entire meal. The Mac and cheese was cold and consistency of Kraft Mac & cheese. The drinks were also very tasty. I love the natural lighting in the restaurant as well but cleanliness could use a little improvement. There was food on the floor under our booth and on the seats. Overall I would give this entire experience a 6/10.

    Cynthia R.

    Service was quick and wings came out piping hot and juicy, had good flavor but I wasn't impressed with the cookie (forgot to take a pic). Descriptions said served warm, it wasn't and was very small to be almost $4 for one.

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    Marty S.

    Excellent downtown and beautiful full-service bar (as well as eatery), located in Kansas City. Super happy hour daily from 4p-6p when house Martini's and Margaritas are no more than $8. Enjoyed a scrumptious pretzel w/cheddar cheese while savoring a house Margarita (on the rocks with salt, of course).

    Burt ends and pulled pork
    Andre P.

    Delicious. I could end my review there and it would tell you everything I had the burnt beef ends, pulled pork, potato salad, and creamy coleslaw. Nice size portions with choice of 3 bbq sauce at the table. The coleslaw had loads of celery seed which, personally, I love. Service was quick and friendly. They have a full bar for eating in and a nice size seating area. Separate take-out for quick pickup.

    French dip
    Carina V.

    The barbecue was okay, but for the price point I wouldn't come back here again. We ordered the barbecue mac as well as the French dip, and both were delicious, but it was expensive for what it was. The sauces were unfortunately unimpressive as well. The waitress was nice and the dining area was very open and had tons of natural light. However, you can find better KC barbecue at other places...

    Chicken Philly Burnt Ends Sandwich
    Autumn R.

    I am so glad I ate here during my trip to Kansas City! The burnt ends sandwich was my favorite. Their fries were so crispy! They have 4 sauces to choose from. You must try their 'Fire' barbecue sauce, exceptional! It's very bright and warm inside with the glass ceiling. Their booths are large and comfortable. The Bloody Mary wasn't my favorite but the garnishing was great.

    Salmon & fries (food allergies). Exceptional customer service!!! Mark- manager & waiter Terance!!! Thank you!!!
    Ruby W.

    Thank u for taking care of us!!! Kansas City didn't disappoint!!! Come and get great food and service!!!

    Ralphie S.

    I stopped in on National Burnt Ends Day this past Monday afternoon 9/1/25 after visiting the Museum of BBQ one floor above in Crown Center. I was sort of expecting a special or some sort of recognition of the day since Burnt End is in the name, but nope they didn't have a clue. When I arrived, i waited at the "please wait to be seated" sign for ever without acknowledgment. I finally made eye contact with a barback behind the bar and motioned that I was going to sit at the empty bar in a nearly empty restaurant. I was given a drink, menu and my order was taken quickly and then my Burnt Ends Bowl was delivered promptly. A nice choice that I had on an earlier visit. Six chunks of wonderfully prepared burnt ends and chunks of cornbread served over a bed of baked beans with onion straws. An above average offering although the price point is a bit high for the quantity of meat. After my food was dropped off it was "ignore the customers" time. Two college age girls came in and shortly after two middle aged gents all seated themselves at the bar. About 10 minutes later someone emerged from the kitchen giving the girls a menu and completely ignored the gentlemen from out of town. They went to the hostess stand and got themselves a menu while we made small talk. Another few minutes later, the kitchen gent passes by and I flash my card so maybe someone will ring me up and I can leave and be ignored in my own home -where I don't have to pay for the experience. Another 5 minutes and my waitress emerges from the outdoor patio and asks if i'm ready; I politely replied "for quite some time" and bit my tongue on what I wanted to say. The two tourists asked me what I suggested while waiting on my check and I told them that they should order an Uber and go somewhere that cares about customer service. This is maddening at any restaurant but makes my blood boil when they are inside of Crown Center that caters to vacationers and business travelers. This pitiful lack of customer service helps to give KC a poor reputation. Burnt End BBQ, get your act together or close up shop and let a destination worthy BBQ joint that respects all of their paying customers - local and visiting - with some respect.

    Chicken quesadilla for my you d daughter...don't judge us.
    Jennifer M.

    I almost gave this place 4 stars solely because the Old Fashioned I ordered was mostly ice, but I slowly realized I had to wake up and say to myself, "is a bbq joint. They're not known for their Old Fashions. What are you thinking?" I orders the Burnt Ends Nachos and the B.E. Raspberry Cosmo and could barely walk out of the resturant because I was so fully contented. They had a party of 30 guests and the entire resturant was PACKED. The staff was INCREDIBLE, moving quickly but calmly and courtesies to all. This place knows what they're serving and how to treat guests. Chefs kiss!

    Jolene M.

    Went to an event here and food was amazing. Best wings I've had in KC and those corn fritters!! Staff was helpful and super friendly. Loved the bar seating and having a BBQ spot at Crown Center!

    Dry, overcooked wing

    We came to Crown Center to see Santa tonight. We have always thought of trying this place and decided tonight was the night. Wish we didn't. It took about 10 minutes for someone to even acknowledge us at the hostess station to even be sat. Mind you, there were maybe 4 tables of guests when we walked in and not huge parties or anything. Finally got sat after a few minutes of her going back and forth on where to sit us. We sat for 15 minutes before we finally asked if we had a server. The lady we asked acted shocked then said she will take care of us and walked away. Then 5 minutes later a guy comes over, the same guy who walked past our table at least 8 times prior. He apologized and didn't realize we were his table apparently. We gave him the benefit of the doubt it happens. So we get our drink orders in nothing fancy just two sodas and two waters. Took a while for him to come back with them. Again, trying to be more positive and patient with it, despite us being one of maybe 6 tables now and at least 4 servers on the floor... We got the Burnt end nachos for an appetizer and they were great. We finally had to flag our server down to order our food. At this point we have been in the restaurant for 40 mins and still haven't got our food in. We ordered the sticky wings and chicken strips. The sticky wings are some of the driest, nastiest wings we have ever had. They came out wrong in the first place. They were overcooked, not all flats as we asked for and told they could do. The chicken is ok, just mediocre at best. It didn't come out with any of the sauces. The fries we asked to be extra crispy. Strangely enough the outsides were crispy insides was still raw. We will not be coming back and will not recommend this place. To be honest, I don't even understand how Crown Center shopping center is still open. The stores here are overpriced crap you can literally get ANYWHERE else for half or less. The staff at every store we went into was short, rude and just very unpleasant. We noticed this when we were here 2 weeks ago for a choir event for our oldest's school Choir. It is sad because, this place used to be enjoyable to be at.

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    Decent place at crown center, plenty of seating, friendly staff decent BBQ- not the best, but solid.

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    Excellent service, my burnt ends were very fatty, but a very nice ambiance inside Crown Center

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    Amazing! The pickle martini is a must, pairs well with burnt ends. Wings and sauce, delicious!

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