You have to check this place out. Very neat little place, very friendly staff and picnic tables…read moreoutside to enjoy the food. The food options are great. I had a chief dog (chili dog with onions, peppers, bacon and cheese sauce) and a crusher dog (bacon, onions, tomatoes, peppers and jammer sauce). The crusher reminded me of a sausage and peppers dog and was very good but The Chief Dog is where it's at. Great dog. One dog I combo'd and it came with Granny's spuds which are served cold, let them warm up a bit and they are . Also got a free Apple dump cake for getting the meal deal, that cake was awesome. Will definitely be going back.

I am not a fan of hot dogs but the chili here is definitely a must try!…read more Service is very prompt but icy. Ambiance is hit or miss, sometimes it's loud, and crowded.

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.

MADE ME WANT A HOTDOG REAL BAD. @mortys_kc has the BEST dogs in town. Who needs to go to Chicago…read morefor a dog when you have Morty's down the street? We tried the Chicago dog (best hotdog I've ever had), chili dog special (also best hotdog I've ever had) and their stadium dog which I didn't get a photo of because we ate them too fast. This is the real deal! Go get yourself some dogs!!

Awesome little food stand for a dog or Morty's tasty Italian beef sandwich!…read more Finished up a tour at the WWI museum, found this little gem and got the Italian beef sandwich. Good portion and quality. Thanks for the pick me up Morty!

A group of us decided it would be a good idea to have Wieners for Valentine's Day so off to the…read moreWiener kitchen we went! The restaurant itself isn't that big but the guy behind the counter was full of life and energy and the place has a nice vibe. You go up to the counter to order and they have several different sausage options including vegan. Since it was my inaugural visit I went with the Old School famous dog and some Sweet Onion Maui chips. The sausage link was really tasty and it had an assortment of toppings on it along with it being in a fancy hot dog shaped dish. My only complaint is The serving dish. it's A substantial sized entree and difficult to pick up so you have to eat it with a knife and fork and it's difficult to maneuver in the hot dog shaped tray. Someone In our group got the wagyu jerky and shared with us. And as a side note I don't think that was very successful as it didn't really taste like much of anything. And when I think of wagyu, I want a nice fatty piece of meat, not a dried out chunk of shoe leather.

I'm very angry about this place because it's been on my list to try for quite some time and I kept…read morekicking the proverbial can down the road saying that I'd get to it eventually. Well, I recently decided to finally put that can in the recycling bin and actually make it over to Wiener Kitchen....and...OH MY GOD IT'S AMAZING!!!! Why have I wasted so many weeks of my life not knowing how delicious the food is here? When the staff realized it was my first visit, they gave me the entire rundown of the food cooked onsite and the fact that you can also purchase their meats to cook yourself at home. It's a pretty small area for eating, but that won't stop me from coming back again and again because I can't believe how much I enjoyed the Chorizo Rojo and the Jalapeno Cheddar Kielbasa! I also had the Chicken Apple which was good, but the other two were the stars of my tastebuds. I'm sure to be back over and over as Wiener Kitchen is officially added to the rotation of frequented restaurants in my repertoire...and you should add it to yours too! You can see more of my experience on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/LHjzsw63YUw

K-Street Hotdog did not disappoint I tried the spicy hot dog and the potato mozz dog and both were…read moresooo good. The breading was fluffy but still crispy, and the potato one was super filling. The cheese pull and consistency on the mozz dog? 10/10. Definitely coming back.

I loved trying out these! They went viral at one point and I can definitely see why. My favorite is…read morethe cheese ones with no hotdog. They're like a giant cheese stick!

The food is fantastic, but not worth how much it is. The burgers are very expensive and they do not…read morecome with a side. If you would like a side - you have to order it separately. We have had great customer service and some not so great customer service. The ambiance is fun (with great music) however if you don't like tight spaces this might not be the place for you! If you need a suggestion for something to eat get the poutine fries or truffle fries and either the classic burger or the fun guy burger! Could not suggest these enough!

Incredible food! Came on a recommendation for a colleague of mine. Great selection of burgers…read moreavailable. I had a standard classic with American, bacon and a fried egg. They have a chipotle cocoa ketchup, which is unexplainable on how good it is. Great service and lots of seating.

Tay's makes one of the best burgers in KC. They promote the quality of ingredients they use, and I…read morethink it shows in the food they bring to the table. The things I like most about Tay's include: the fries, sriracha ketchup, a fun car for kids meals, and of course the burger with all of the available toppings to choose from. I ordered a single with fries. My wife and I decided that we'll probably share next time. We might even get the slider with fries. My son loved the car his burger was served in. The ladies working were so friendly and worked quickly through the long line to get orders placed. We didn't have any issues finding a table to sit. They have plenty of high chairs and booster seats for kids too.

This was my first time at Tay's Burger Shack and here's what I thought: The restaurant is quaint…read moreand they have such a cute patio and decors The customer service was really great and they get in orders fast! So the food... that's why we really came here. So many people hyped Tay's Burger Shack up that I think it made me set my expectations really high. I tried the Single Cheeseburger with fries, I will say that I didn't find it very special. My least favorite part was the buns, they didn't seem like they were toasted at all. Just your typical old cheeseburger. The fries were not my favorite. It does make a cute date night and maybe late night snack.

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.

Legendary to me the burger was great and after a dusting of snow the chili hits the spot…read more Staff and s great and always friendly wanting to make sure you are taken care of. It's a good old time drive in. They have car hops if you want to eat in your car but I enjoy going in

The car hops provide excellent service! Tip them well. Nothing better than a. Burger and…read morechocolate malt.

Everything went well. The pizza sauce was amazing and the crust actually supported the pizza…read moretoppings.

Being an aficionado of Chicago pizza , I would say this is a very solid offering…read more The sauce has great flavor, cheese and toppings on point. The only bad mark is the ordering process isn't very clear for dine in and the sauce was a bit watery after cutting the pizza. But if you are in KC and craving Chicago deep dish, it is worth the trip