A hidden gem in the heart of Independence! Up Dog does everything right, from the theming of the…read morerestaurant to the food, it's all top notch. The service was fast and friendly and the guys behind the counter were working hard. The Missouri dog was sooo good, checked all the boxes and was the right combo of flavors. The onion rings were also good! We liked that they also carried a local soda company's drinks. We will definitely be back to try their burgers!

Cute spot for lunch if you are in town for the Truman Library. It's about a 20-30 minute walk from…read morethe library. The center of Independence actually has quite a few options for food, but I think this is one of the most casual and family-friendly with a classic diner feel. The menu has plenty of options to dress up your hot dog or burger. I got the Missouri dog, because why not. What's inside is slices of pickle, bacon, cheddar cheese, drizzled mustard on top - a winning combination for me. I enjoyed it along with a side of tater tots because they didn't have fries at the time. The tots were extra crispy from the fryer, but still good. Service was great and friendly and the restaurant was clean. Ask for the key to the bathroom and they'll kindly give it to you.

Great food. Literally the best hamburger in Kansas City. My wife ordered a gluten free bun and she…read moresaid it was the best GF bun she's ever had. Really imaginative menu and cooked by people with love who care about what they're serving. What a throwback...

First of all the music is GREAT!!! Classic rock! 2nd of…read moreall. If you are watching your calories GET THE DBL BURGER!! and skip the sides. Now the tater tots are good. But a dbl Jocomo would be better. Well I know for the future now. The cokes are COLD!!! Wow!! Worst part is parking. Very limited. But worth the stop if you can find a spot.

It was fine. Probably less expensive than some other Cheesesteak places…read more The good: not too far from our house, the lady behind the counter was friendly, it was reasonably priced. The servings were not huge, but they were enough. The cheese sauce for the fries ($2.99) was a bit spendy, but it was good. I didn't like: 1)They expected customers to pay extra for their mayo/horseradish sauce. While .35 isn't much, and the lady working at the register gave me a tablespoon or so for free as I didn't ask about it until I'd already paid, it should come with the sandwich upon request. 2) the cook was sitting out front smoking when we arrived. I'm really hoping he washed his hands before cooking & starting to slice the mushrooms and that I just didn't see him. 3) there was a table cluttered with papers and a package of cigarettes at the front of the shop. It doesn't give customers a great impression that everything is kept up. However, I did not have any concerns with our table being clean. It was.

First of all the folks that work at this location are very nice. Second I ordered a CEO Chicken…read moresteak sandwich with fried green beans. Little on dry side to me since it was my first time could have used more cheese. Maybe a sauce to pour on top. Third not enough meat. My impression was if I ordered the CEO I would get more meat guess that's why it cost $4.99 for extra meat. Going to give my first experience a two.

Last I visited in Grandview, he said his availability was on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays if…read moreit's 40 degrees or above. Didn't arrive early enough for brats, but still got a good dog. Highly enjoyed my Chicago Dog ($4).

best hotdogs around. this guy rocks. the mashed potato dog and the homemade chips?? PHENOMENA…read more everyone should try it if they're into hotdogs, plus he's usually right outside of the dispo like this man is a genius. 10/10 would eat here again

What a welcoming, family owned restaurant! Everyone was friendly. We were greeted by the owner as…read moresoon as we walked in. While looking over the menu, we were given a sample of the baked beans, and that completely changed my mind about what I was ordering. I don't remember the exact name of the burger, but it came topped with those baked beans. At first, I had looked at it on the menu and thought, not for me, but after tasting the beans and chatting with the cook about the burger, I was convinced to give it a try. I'm so glad I did because it was absolutely delicious! The burger and fries came out fresh and hot, and everything was seasoned perfectly. I honestly don't know what took me so long to stop in after driving past this place so many times, but I'll definitely be back again.

My son and I went in for cheeseburgers because we have heard such good things about Unks. My child…read moreis cheeseburger obsessed and he LOVED the kids cheeseburger. I had the grilled chicken sandwich with sautéed mushrooms and a side of fried pickles and it was amazing!! The service was great, we were greeted when we walked in, and asked many times if we needed anything or refills. What a neat place with great food. We can't wait to come back and try more.

This is the the place. And it's been the place for a very, very long time. It even predates me and…read moreI'm nearly prehistoric at this point. The parking lot is... interesting, but there's generally more than enough spots. The drive thru is tightly wrapped by the street, but is easy enough to get into. The decor is perfectly average. There's nothing eye popping, except for the old original pricing on some boards in the back. The food itself, from the namesake burgers to the tenderloin sandwiches to the fries and onion rings; everything is just good and priced well. It's not Culver's level elite, but it's a nice step up from the McDonald's of the world. It comes out hot and is always right. The staff is always friendly and they move quickly. So if you're in the neighborhood and need a quick lunch or dinner, it's worth stopping in.

Almost $8. For a. JR. Dbl cheeseburger. $4.+ For Tater Tots…read moreWho can afford a drink? Nice enough at the drive thru window, but today my burger bun tasted like old corn tortillas. Bad grease maybe? Not good for such an expensive burger. I usually only go for a taste tot. Even those aren't as good as they were a few years back. What happened?

5 stars for Five Guys!…read more This location is great. Staff were excellent and so was the food. I was very pleased. Just got a cheeseburger and ate some peanuts. Fries and a drink would have taken the price well over $20. That's too much for lunch for one. I wasn't that hungry, so it was perfect. I know it's a chain, but it's still one of the best burgers in town. Top 10 for sure.

We stop here for casual lunch. It's been awhile since I ate here. I ordered their cheeseburger…read morewith everything on it and order of fries. It took a few minutes for the order to come out. The burger itself was huge. A double stacker. Taste great. I forget how good their fries are. Service was great.

Pretzels are what they do best but they have expanded on offering more choices. Pretzel mini dogs…read moreare always a top choice of my daughters because they are just the right size for kids to hold and dip in cheese sauce. They have them ready made in a warming glass case or you can ask to have fresh made. Different flavored fruit drinks are available for purchase. It is located on the top level of independence Center. Store is clean and has a few benches nearby for seating. There is a standing bar area that you can also eat at. We frequently use the app for pretzel deals and rewards.

Who doesn't love a good pretzel? It is nice that they offer combos with pretzels,dip and a drink…read more It makes things easier and cheaper. They also offer a huge bucket to share for a large group. I decided on cinnamon and sugar bites and a lemonade tea mix. Unless you order a combo the sauces are separate. I figured I would need 2 sauces so I ordered an extra one. After finishing I realized I only needed 1, so I'll save the extra one for another time. I will say I spent $10 and the bucket is $20....my $10 was half of the cost of the bucket yet only 1/4 of the amount of pretzels. So depending on how much you need that may be the better option. The bucket comes with 2 medium drinks but no dipping sauces which I wish it did. The sauces are what seals the taste buds! Overall it was a great snack!

If your from KC you familiar with QTs and nothing beats the service, station access and an icee…read more This time around it was a simple fillup before heading home. Pumps are easy to use and receipts retrieval if desired.

I'm very certain I've been to this QuikTrip before! This quick trip is located off of a busy Street…read moreand it's easy to access through various points. This gas station has many gas pumps featured. The store is clean and well stocked. Prices on most snacks are very fair as well though there is a lot of here parking at the gas pumps. Restrooms are clean and a staff is friendly too. All in all it was a typical gas station experience

Came to this Culver's on my way out of Blue Springs on my way back home. I needed a good meal to…read morestart my journey, and with no Whataburgers around, I needed a good place that was a step above the value menu fast food places. Culver's did the job. Service was great as always. Nice people, and the food came out just as fast as it needed to. No complaints here. As for the meal itself, it was the expected standard. Good bun, good patty, good toppings. Fries and cheese curds made for excellent sides. And that concrete dessert they offer might be the best treat like that you can get through any drive-thru in the country. So overall, no this isn't a Michelin Star joint that's earning five stars. But it is the kind of joint that delivers what it's advertising. What else can you ask for.

Pros: Service was nice. We went through the drive-through,…read moreand everything came out timely and accurately. Food was good. Standard Culver's standard. Cons: No real cons. The price of fast food is going up, but convenience is a premium. Tips: If you want a burger that's better than McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, etc, you'll want to come to Culver's.