Don't even think about this place for Restaurant Week. Out of the dessert option. "We ran out last night". Ordered the only other options they provided and the apple thing was delivered without ice cream. Asked about the missing ice cream, you guessed it, "We just ran out." Oh, but they charged that full price. Not a good way to run an establishment. Restaurant Week is literally only 2 days old. Disappointed as I normally like this place, but this was inexcusable. read more

hadn't been here in a long time but looking for somewhere different to eat. ordered chicken strips and fries. strips were hot but dark and overcooked, a bit dry. the fries were stone cold. my dinner date ordered fish and chips. fish was very thin and overcooked and a bit dry. the 'potato chips' were not crisp and not real hot. overall just not a good meal and this visit will be our last. read more

Strike 3! Houlihans is OUT! This was my 3rd let down from this restaurant. Food was like it was sitting under a heat lamp for days and WAY over salted. Dirty silverware, dirty menus.... YUCK! Menu holder had previous guests French fries in their...??? WTH! read more

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Great food. Great Service. The Ambience was fantastic as always. Thanks for a nice evening.

I Come here for the happy hour and $5 LITS, they make the best long islands in town in my opinion. Trust me, I've tried them at different bars in town like stewys, Konrads, 54th, bricks, etc. and they are not as good as Houlihans. I always get a LIT here because they are the best and you only need 1. Plus $5 apps while sipping at the bar isn't bad either. Have probably had everything at least once on the happy hour food menu. Rarely have had long wait times but can only do happy hour at patio or bar area so if you go during a prime busy time likely won't get seating. read more

We were out riding the motorcycle and looking for a place that was open with outdoor seating. We landed on this place and it was perfect. Julia took great care of us. My DH had the chicken tenders. They were delicious plus the fries were spot on. I had the french dip with a side salad. The aus jus was a tad salty but the sandwich itself was perfect. The weather was beyond amazing. So between the weather, the service, the food, and the outdoor seating, our night out felt almost normal. Good times. read more

For some reason I don't like this place. Maybe I like the ones in other places but this one just has a weird vibe. The location is good, near other things but the sunken bar set up is awkward. And it is hard to get inside the bathroom to change the baby. Food is ok. Good prices. Very wide selection but it seems like small portions. So maybe the price isn't that great!? Anyway, they have many seating selections and I saw them accommodate party of 15 with no reservations. Not too many parking spots Looks like small waiting area read more

Boring! Cliche uninspired chicken dishes abound. It's been awhile since I've been so underwhelmed by a restaurant. read more

We had a very nice evening celebrating my birthday/anniversary. Tyler was a wonderful server.

Its a shame one cannot post a review on how they really feel. I plan on going back so I cant tell you how I really feel. If you dont like your job or its pay, go to college!!! read more

Oh my GAWD!! This place has stepped up the food quality over the past year. Got the steak wedge salad tonight. Absolutely wonderful. Those polenta croutons and the real slices of Gorgonzola=to die for!! French onion soup was just fabulous. Rich, perfectly seasoned stock and bubbly, brown Swiss cheese. Small plates for happy hour and great drink specials. They make a garlic aioli to go with the fries that is stunner. Only thing I can say is the drink service was pretty slow. They had one guy working the bar for the entire restaurant, which was pretty busy. Our waitress was sweet. Seemed stressed, but very sweet and attentive. read more

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When it comes to chains, Houlihan's surpasses most assumed standards. I made a quick lunch pit-stop at this location on a beautiful Spring afternoon. The host convinced me to sit on the patio and I'm glad that I did. The patio service was attentive and never felt like they forgot about me. Houlihan's menu is large and diverse. The fish tacos I ordered were fresh and delicious. I opted for a side of mashed potatoes and loved every bite. In my opinion, Houlihan's does everything right. read more

We love Houlihan's fish tacos and their sweet potato fries! Overall, we appreciate the nice setting, good service, and great food. But what really keeps us coming back are their frequent coupons and special offers we get via email (just wish they had a slightly longer shelf-life than the few days they usually give you to use them). This most recent visit was for my birthday, and of course we had a coupon (They also usually send me a "Halfty Birthday" offer midway through the year, so I'll get the same BOGO entre offer again in six months). I also appreciate that they frequently have special supplemental menus that give us a chance to try something different, and yet they don't take my old favorites off the menu. I highly reccomend Houlihan's, and please keep the offers coming! read more

I too would also give zero stars if possible. We planned on being in KC over Christmas and as I had done the year before, made reservations for Christmas day months in advance at the Lee Summit location. Since we are from out of town and due to the fact that not many restaurants are open on Christmas, wanted to make sure that we had somewhere to eat. We showed up a few minutes after our reservation was cancelled on Open Table. I did not understand why it had been cancelled. As we walked up to the door we saw people in the restaurant, but the front entry was locked and lights were off. Someone was coming out and they said I think they are closing early tonight, I replied I have a reservation. When we opened the door a very young girl came over and said that they had closed early. I explained we had a reservation made months ago. She said well we are closed because they took too many walk ins and there kitchen was overwhelmed. As stated on a previous review they knew how many reservations they had booked and basically did not care and filled up with walk ins. We encountered several other parties arrive after ours and they also had reservations. This restaurant gives Open Table a bad name, as I also have never had this issue with Open Table. Looking at prior reviews, based on the food quality at the Lee Summit location, maybe good thing we didn't waste our money. I will not make the same mistake next time we are travel to KC and will look for other alternatives for dining. read more

Food is great most of the time but don't ever tell management if you have a problem. My husband and I were treated so poorly by 2 managers at this place. One of our orders was completely messed up, cold, soggy and overcooked. All 3 meals were disgusting. We spoke to a male manager just to let him know to check on his kitchen staff and he aggressively said "we don't give refunds". I didn't ask for a refund nor did I plan to. After 10 mins of him basically defending the horrible food he offered us a credit on the exact food next time we came in. He said all we had to do was mention his name. Well,I took a bunch of notes with his name and dates etc. We went in a few weeks later with my notes and the receipt and the same manager told us he couldn't give us a credit on the new meal. Then some other manger came over and said they never give credits. During this time multiple servers and kitchen staff were huddled around the first manager and it felt like they were talking about us. My complaint isn't about the credit because that wasn't the goal in the first place. My complaint is that they treated us like we were trying to scam them for a free meal. I used to take coworkers to lunch there often and my family ate there multiple times a month. The meal they messed up was my Mother in laws birthday meal which was back in June. Just out of curiosity I looked to see how much we had spent at this location in the first 6 months of the year and it was over 2k. I placed a review on Google when this first happened and no one ever responded. Now I don't even see my review. So here's my warning, if you want to spend $100 on a meal and then feel like crap because of how the managers treat you when you aren't happy with it then this is the place to go. If that's not for you, go to any of the hundreds of better options around. read more

Well, it was good while it lasted... I discovered the Lee's Summit Houlihan's many months ago and was thrilled that not only do they have a menu which exclaims: "Flexitarians welcome", kindly lists vegetarian and gluten-sensitive options they also have ahi tuna, which I happen to love. Houlihan's has a $10.95 Char-crusted ahi tuna with Thai chili glaze app which comes with Asian slaw atop a wonton crostini with side of wasabi mayo and a side of Thai chili sauce and tastes delicious. The price could stand to be a few dollars cheaper because it is an appetizer and it's not big. Once I discovered how good it was though, I would order two because it's lightweight, which I really like, and so I could have it two at separate meals. I've tried a few other other menu items, but didn't like them very much. Anyway, I got my usual 2 orders about a week and a half ago and was disappointed to find that one of the wontons was over cooked which made it greasy-- like if you let a paper towel soak up oil-- so not edible. The other wonton was fine so I didn't call to complain and simply threw away the greasy one and split the good one between my 2 meals. Last night is the reason I'm not going to eat at this place anymore. I placed my usual order and the girl was nice but started out in a normal speaking pace then suddenly sped up as though she really needed to go. I pushed twice to confirm that she heard me say I wanted 2 of that one app, which was a good thing because she only had one. Someone picked up my food and I was very disappointed to find that it wasn't what I ordered. They opened it and showed it to him and he saw ahi tuna and some lettuce so he thought it was okay. Nope. What they gave me was their Char-Crusted Ahi tuna SALADs which has cashews, banana chips, carrots, scallions, cilantro, crisp wontons and banana-ginger vinaigrette. It may taste good-idk- but it didn't sound, look, nor smell like something *I* could stomach. Mistakes happen, so hungry as I was that wasn't that big of a deal to me. The issue was that I spoke to someone who is apparently named Peter and who is apparently a manager and who apparently was only focused on trying to convince me that I got an "upgrade" --not in my opinion though-- and also, somewhat subtly, but firmly suggested multiple times that it was my fault they gave me the wrong food. He tried to insinuate that I must have ordered the salad and also pushed that the food had been shown upon pick up. I explained that I wanted the correct food not the "upgrade". An apology was not part of his vocabulary. He wasn't blatantly rude, but he wasn't exactly empathetic nor did he give me the impression that he was trying to keep me as a customer. That was bad enough and I probably would've just not eaten there for a couple of months then picked back up in the spring because I was told that the the girl who took the order was nice and apologetic about having done something that caused the error (because I did get charged the correct, price which is lower priced than the salad, but it somehow it was the wrong food.) I work nights which is why I don't go get the food myself so when I did get the correct food delivered to me, I moved the lettuce to see that BOTH the wontons were in that gross greasy state, the ahi also had an icky greasy texture --like when cold brisket has that solid shortening-like fat on it--and it was was not seasoned like usual and I just couldn't bear to eat it like that so that that left me with some chopped lettuce aka "Asian slaw", some sauces including that strong smelling banana-ginger vinaigrette -- which I had to dispose of far away from my desk--and for some new, odd and unknown reason, a couple of lime wedges, all for $24 --yay. *Sigh* read more

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Houlihans is a hip modern American restaurant. Talk about food presentation that also tastes great. We started our meal by ordering calamari as an appetizer. It came with a spicy dipping sauce that I thought was unique (see posted picture). I enjoyed every bite of the fried multi-legged baby squid. Next I ordered the Seared rare Ahi tuna tacos and my dinner companion ordered the Mandarin Grilled Chicken Salad (see below for more detail). I loved these tacos. Just when you think you have tried every kind of tacos someone comes up with something that tastes new. My dinner companion also enjoyed her chicken salad. We ended our dinner with a drink order. I got a 22 ounce Guinness (my usual) and my companion got a chocolate martini. The Guinness came in a really cool glass. I wonder where I can get a set? The martini looked very unique with a HoHos looking chocolate treat stuck to the rim. We both enjoyed our drinks and absorbed the pleasing atmosphere. They have a nice patio area and the bar looked like a cool place to hang out. I thought it was a little dark but the lighting was pretty neat. The decor inside had a sort of frank lloyd wright design. The bathrooms were also nice which I know is important for you ladies. Taken from online menu: Seared Rare Tuna Tacos Seared rare Ahi tuna, napa cabbage in chipotle dressing, crunchy jicama and pico de gallo in soft flour tortillas dressed with tangy cilantro-lime sour cream. Comes with chips and salsa. Mandarin Grilled Chicken Salad, Our classic grilled chicken salad with snow peas, red onions, red bell peppers, wonton strips, oven toasted white and black sesame seeds, peanuts, mandarin oranges in a tangy-sweet peanut dressing. Here is the website but I would have to say they need to do some work on it. http://www.houlihans.com/main.aspx#visit read more

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Food was ok not good/great, the server was the highlight of our visit. Cleanliness was good and following covid guidelines was spot on.

Do not order take out. Or use door dash with this restaurant. Orders will be screwed up and they will only refund you partial of the money you spent. No wonder this chain is closing their stores. read more

I was so happy when Houlihan's opened in Lee's Summit. There are so many things I love about it. My favorite has to be their "Seared Ahi Tuna Salad". It's perfection! I've never had anything like it! I also love the outdoor patio & the martini flights and the mini desserts, very fun! The reason it didn't get 5 stars, the noise level is very high, it's hard to have a conversation. And when I order the Brentwood Chicken Sandwich, the bacon is never crisp. Oh, and make sure to sign up for the Birthday Club! I get a free meal every year on my Birthday month, love that! read more

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We celebrated my birthday there. The service was fast and our steaks were great! I wouldn't change anything. Thank you Houlihans!

I guess you could call me a regular at Houlihans. Not only do I eat at Houlihans I also deliver for them through Door Dash. So I'm a familiar face to most of staff. Whenever I do decide to eat at Houlihans I usually seek out the bar seating. I don't sit at the bar though. I like to sit at a row of raised seats where one side has booth like seating and the other side stools. I like to nestle on the cushion side so I can look out over the restaurant and see the bar TVs. Rarely do I have negative things to say about Houlihans. The food is really good and the wait staff is great! The potato soup is to die for, the tomato bisque soup is made fresh daily and it is divine. The cheese fritters engulfed in the soup are excellent. I especially like the Thai wings appetizer and can just eat those for my lunch. Likewise, the lettuce wraps are plentiful and can be eaten as a meal as well. When I get a steak to eat they are really tasty. I've never had to return one for any reason. Dang I'm getting hungry right now! I better close and get over to Houlihans now! read more

What a great place and way to celebrate a birthday. Wonderful service. Great food. Nice atmosphere. Perfect from start to finish.

A family favorite We have found a restaurant that all 4 of us enjoy. The kid's menu has many choices that my kids enjoy. The adult menu is always tasty. This is always an enjoyable meal for our family. Anyone with kids knows that can be hard to come by. read more

service was fantastic. ambiance was very good. however, I ordered grilled chicken salad and the chicken breast that was in salad tasted like canned chicken pressed into the form of a breast. it was awful. my dog hesitated when I gave it to him. DO NOT ORDER GRILLED CHICKEN SALAD! My husband got meatloaf and it looked scrumptious and he said it was great! read more

Aux was terrible. Music was a different genre every song. Also too loud for a conversation to take place.

Done with this Houlihans. Sundays are all day Happy Hour. Sounds great! But only in the bar area which is always full. You can also get Happy Hour on the patio. Well apparently not today. According to Peter the manager, the patio is closed because none of the servers want to wait tables out there. As a restaurant industry employee I find this absurd and ridiculous. It is BEAUTIFUL out today. My kids and I want to soak up as much as we can! I'm sorry to say that this location has lost our business forever. We went to Wallys instead and it was Amazing! read more

One of my favorite places for happy hour by far. And, if you don't know this secret yet you have been missing out. I love their flavors of long island iced teas but sometimes ordering a pitcher seems like a lot of sweet. So, enter ordering the pitcher in a glass! You get the same amount of alcohol, with less of the sweet stuff! Ok, enough about that. The food is always good and the service at this location is has always been friendly and prompt. Usually call ahead and put our name on the wait list if we know it is going to be a busy time for the dining area. Bar is also a great place to hang too! read more

Shit is ass. No wet naps. Ribs are ass. Food hella salty. Overall, dog water. But they do have decent drinks

Everthing was executed flawlessly. Food was good service was excellent. Will be returning.

I had a very clumsy carry out experience. I was instructed to go to the bar to order. I ordered a beer and food to go. I checked with the carry out area at about 15 minutes. The bar tender disappeared during that time. He checked when he returned. At the 25 minute mark my food arrived to be bagged by the bar tender and it was cold. The bar tender tried to assure me that it was hot or warm. It was not. I asked for for a refund and left. I will never return to this location. Flat beer and cold carry out is no way to attract repeat customer. read more

Brought us the wrong appetizers three times. Ordered a non-happy hour cocktail. Took about 35 minutes to arrive. It was bottled. It shouldn't have taken that long. We had various appetizers - all were very tasty and met expectations. I had the sea scallops and risotto for my entree. It was fresh and properly cooked. No issues with the food. However, service was lacking! I only took one star away instead of two, because they ended up giving us a discount. The food makes the mediocre service worth it. read more

I just think Houlihans is a comfortable & casual place to have some good food & be able to have a conversation with your company.

We hear great things about this place. I recall we used to really like them when the chain was everywhere. We wanted to like it. The hostess was cold, as if we were imposing on her. Wait staff was ok but they really didn't seem to care about our experience. A little pricy for their offerings. The menu seemed semi interesting but kind of limited. The food was ok. Nothing wrong. Great decor though. Maybe it was an off night. We'll come back and try again. read more

Went here recently to watch the Chiefs game. Service was good, atmosphere was nice. Most people in there seemed to be regulars, I was an outsider but everyone was polite. Tv's could have been bigger but they are positioned in such a way that you can see them clearly. I had the salad and chicken wings, good portion sizes and tasted good. Very nice outdoor area if the weather is nice. I would definitely visit again. read more

I took my mother out for a light lunch at Houlihan's this week. I had the seared ahi tuna appetizer as my lunch. Excellent quality tuna seared perfectly. The sauce was a little sweet for me so I removed it and used the wasabi sauce instead. My only recommendation is to turn down the arctic air conditioner. I couldn't wait to leave to warm up. read more

Only went because they were running a special. Food is on the pricey side. Was alright. Our waiter was excellent, went during their busy time. Waited for about 15 min. Decent, can't complain. read more

I don't get it! Why would management keep the restaurant so cold that people have to wear coats to eat. I've come to this location many times and this seems to be a standard policy. But when you ask to turn up the heat, they generally say, ok. Hopefully Landry will make this a policy of the old mgmt and start to care about customer comfort. read more

Always good food and fun drinks. I like that they have a lot of variety in their menus for health-conscious or the quick casual!

What a WONDERFUL lunch!! Super busy and difficult parking, but once you are inside (or on their lovely patio) you are treated special. Yes, this is a chain, but the location in Lee's Summit AND Overland Park surpass the standard restaurant hub and truly try and make you feel unique. I ordered the St. George seared scallops !! It also came with their amazing onion soup. (Yes, I LOVE soup on the summer!!) It's beef broth and TONS of cheese, kinda made it my meal....until the creamy asparagus risotto topped with perfectly seared scallops and arugula leaves hit my table. SPECTACULAR. And to top off such a great lunch, my waitress, Gina ( who was super busy) made me and my grand daughter feel like we were her only guest. Her smile was infectious and made my sweet grand daughter giggle!! I'll be back!!! read more