I was sat down immediately and my food was brought to me lesser than 5 minutes after I ordered!!!…read more The food was AAAMMMAAAZZZIIINNNGGG!!! My server Andrea was polite and was very attentive!!! I will be returning for sure and I will let anyone and everyone know of my experience. Thank you!

Best barbecue I have ever tried!!! Brittany helped…read moreus and she did amazing

really good bbq!! I've had tons of bbq in Texas and I'd say it's pretty similar…read more jalapeño cheddar bread: you should definitely try this if you like cornbread. Very mild kick, but you still get the sweet from the bread. comes with butter!! Side of potatoes (I wish I remembered what it was called) I would come back to this restaurant just for this potato. The potatoes are sliced in coins and layered with cheese. It is to die for absolutely delicious.. All of my ribs slipped off the bone and all of the meat was cooked perfectly. The service here was impeccable. I wish I got the server's name, but he was so accommodating, patient, kind, the best service I've had in a very long time. Ambience: could be casual but definitely leaning towards nice top and long pants. nice vibe in here.

Visit #2. Park in…read moregarage across the street. Onion rings. 10/10. Tasty, crispy. So good. Wings. 8/10. Well cooked. Tasty. Baby back ribs. 9/10. Fall off the bone tasty. Moist. Beef burnt ends. 3/10. Three of us all had majority that were hard and dry. Mentioned it to the server and they did replace them with excellent pieces. Flavorful and juicy. Chef mentioned they should not have been sent out. Appreciate the replacement ones but no other attempt to compensate. Server was nice.

Excellent food and great atmosphere! I wish is wasn't so small though. I wish there were more…read morelocations

Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que -- The Rocket Pig Was Worth the Trip!…read more My oh my, Joe's lived up to the hype! This place was your typical BBQ stop, classic interior, simple and the smells whoa! After settling into our Airbnb, my wife and I needed dinner. We arrived around 8:15 PM and there were STILL 15-20 people ahead of us. At that hour, seeing a line told me we were probably in the right place. I planned to keep things simple: Just get a pulled pork sandwich. Then I saw the Rocket Pig. Pulled pork, BBQ glaze, bacon, pepper jack cheese, BBQ mayo and fried jalapeños. I at least showed some restraint and ordered the regular instead of the jumbo. Rocket Pig -- 10/10! This thing was outstanding. Smoky, cheesy, a little spicy, messy and loaded with flavor. My taste buds were tingling! While standing in line, we struck up a conversation with two guys from Chicago who told us people come to Joe's for the meat and the sides generally take a back seat. Since I'm definitely a "side guy," I had to find out for myself. The BBQ beans were a disappointment -- 4/10 for me. They simply didn't match the quality of everything else. My wife went with the regular pulled pork sandwich and, after getting a recommendation from one of the employees, ordered the cornbread. Winner! 10/10. Then came the banana pudding. We were told, "Don't pass on it." Melissa, who took our order, said there were only three left. DONE. Give us one! Banana pudding -- 10/10. It may honestly be some of the best banana pudding I've ever tasted. Creamy, rich and topped with crushed Heath Bar. I seriously considered getting back in line and buying the other two for later. In hindsight, I probably should have! We were also told that during the World Cup the line stretched outside and wrapped around the building, with people waiting more than two hours. After eating here, I understand why. Fortunately, our wait was only about 20 minutes, and it was absolutely worth it. Would I return? Without hesitation. But this is Kansas City, and there are still more BBQ joints I need to try! If you're visiting KC, Joe's belongs on your list. And if you like a loaded BBQ sandwich, GET THE ROCKET PIG! Food: Rocket Pig: 10/10 Cornbread: 10/10 Banana Pudding: 10/10 BBQ Beans: 4/10 Overall:

Drove 2+ hours from Des Moines just to visit Slaps BBQ. Had the Sampler platter and added burnt…read moreends. Cheezy corn and baked beans were incredible. Sausage and turkey was tasty. Thin sliced brisket was good, but I prefer 1/2+ slices. Definately worth the visit.

If you're looking for authentic Kansas City barbecue, Slap's BBQ absolutely deserves a stop. This…read moreis the kind of place where the focus is on the food, not the frills. The casual, counter-service setup has a true neighborhood BBQ joint feel, and it's easy to see why both locals and visitors recommend it. The restaurant is especially known for its ribs and burnt ends, and it's common for popular items to sell out later in the day, so arriving early is a smart idea. The barbecue was outstanding. The meat was tender, smoky, and packed with flavor, with the perfect balance of bark and juiciness. Every bite tasted like it had spent hours in the smoker, and the house barbecue sauce complemented the meat without masking its natural flavor. Portions were generous, making it an excellent value for the quality you receive. The sides were just as enjoyable and rounded out the meal nicely. Everything was served hot and fresh, and the fast-moving counter service kept the line moving efficiently even when the restaurant was busy. Overall, Slap's BBQ delivers exactly what people hope to find when they come to Kansas City for barbecue--authentic smoked meats, generous portions, and a laid-back atmosphere. Whether you're a local or visiting for the first time, this is a barbecue destination that's well worth experiencing.

I finally understand the hype around Wolfpack and I'm so glad I gave them a few chances before…read morecodifying my thoughts on this Yelp review. Some background: I've been a few times now, but never under good circumstances. The first time I was at their food truck right when they opened and they were short on a few items. When I got home the sides weren't great, but I kind of chalked it up to them not being fully ready for me. The second time I went, in contrast I was probably their last diner in their newly opened space. I had a friend with me who had just come off the plane and needed a late dinner. The food was good, but again they were out of a bunch of things we wanted to try and I wasn't blown away. Now, my husband and I made the trip over to their location in Columbus Park about a month ago during regular dining hours and had an absolutely incredible bbq dinner from start to finish. The server was amazing, the food was insanely tender and delicious, and we left so so so full in the best way possible. This was what I had heard from others and what I was expecting and I was so happy to be able to report that they do live up to the hype, and if you catch them on an off day, give some grace and try again as this local spot is worth it. Oh, and get the cheese dip with bbq in it - I forget what kind of meat that features but holy hell was that great.

I'd feel amiss if I didn't let you know.. I fully understand that when a small restaurant gets very…read morebusy the service takes a hit. But there's really no excuse to let patrons stand at the door for 10 minutes without getting acknowledged that we walked in. There were three empty tables and every server walked right past us and didn't even look at us, almost like if they ignored us we'd just leave, and I would've left if I wasn't trying to get our out of the country relatives who were in town the "best bbq in kc" . I had to say something to an employee just to sit down but the service didn't get much better, we felt slow and ignored most of the time. THE FOOD WAS AMAZING!!! Gotta be some of the best BBQ in the country!!! If you're a BBQ lover you gotta give it a try I just suggest going during off hours in the late afternoon on a weekday..

Had way too much food! We could have ordered 1 brisket sandwich a half order of fries, side baked…read morebeans and the burnt end on a bun! But we had 2 brisket sandwiches full order of fries, side of baked beans and burnt end on a bun. It was all so delicious, I was just sad that they were outta turkey at the time we ordered. All the staff on the line were very friendly.

Drove in from STL, looking forward to getting my usual sandwich brisket & ham combo. No ham at 2pm…read moreon a Saturday! The turkey & brisket was dry AF! The condition of the restaurant was as bad as the service.... Tables, restroom and drink area hadn't been cleaned. Is it too much to ask for the person taking my money to speak and not eat while running the register? Extremely underwhelming! Too many good choices for BBQ in KC to spend $33 for a dry flavorless sandwich, fries and drink with awful service!

Gotta get here early. They were sold out most of their meats by 1:30 in the afternoon, which is a…read moregreat thing. Period the brisket was absolutely juicy melted in your mouth. The pulled pork was a standard pulled pork. Overall, great experience great staff made you feel welcome when you walked in the door!

I arrived eight minutes after opening on a Friday and waited approximately 40 minutes in line so…read moreyou know it has to be good. My favorite was the bacon burnt ends. The meat was smoky and flavorful. Their sides were okay, nothing to write home about. They have ample indoor seating, but it does get busy. Inside is very casual.

The barbecue was really good and the customer service was excellent. Our waiter's recommendations…read morewere spot on from the burnt ends to the baby back ribs. The lamb ribs were exceptional. The pulled pork was amazing. Everything was tender and tasty. The Burton stole the show. This law was OK. But who has room for slow when you have burnt ends and brisket? Treat yourself and get the three meat plate! You know you wanna do it. I was able to finish it. Inside was packed so it was quite loud. My niece said she was overstimulated but she got over it with the pulled pork sandwich and fries.

Good BBQ, Great Service -- Just Didn't Wow Us…read more When you're in Kansas City, you have to eat BBQ! After an incredible meal at Joe's KC, we decided to give Jack Stack Barbecue a try. First impressions were excellent. The restaurant is beautiful and definitely has a more upscale atmosphere than your typical BBQ joint. I ordered the brisket and burnt ends with fries. Both meats were good -- tender, flavorful and well prepared -- but neither really left me wanting more. There was nothing wrong with them; they just didn't have that memorable factor I was hoping for from Kansas City BBQ. My wife ordered the loaded baked potato with burnt ends. Her opinion was similar: good, but probably not something she would order again. Our server, Adam, was excellent. He was friendly, attentive and offered several recommendations. He suggested the cheesy corn bake, which sounded fantastic. Unfortunately, that one missed the mark for us. It reminded me more of mac & cheese with corn mixed into it than the creamy corn casserole I had imagined. Overall, this was a good meal with excellent service in a beautiful restaurant. I can understand why Jack Stack has such a following, but for us it just didn't have that "I can't wait to come back" factor. I'm glad we tried it, but next time we're in Kansas City, I think we'll continue exploring some of the other BBQ legends. In hindsight...maybe we should've tried Gates! ‍

As far as bar stops go when you're at P&L, County Road Ice House probably isn't the first one on…read morethe list. No, this is more of a sit-yourself-down kind of place, instead of being a make-your-way-to-the-bar-for-yet-another-drink kind of place. But they serve up some Joe's Kansas City BBQ, so you know they've got a reason to pull you in. Nothing says Kansas City quite like smoked meats & fabulous sauces, so get comfy & sample a Z-Man. There is plenty else on the menu, but if you're vegan or vegan-ish, then good luck or maybe have a cheat day. The BBQ is fantastic and Ice House has added their own bar & grille twists, so you have options beyond smoked meats. Seating is pretty good, and with both a wraparound bar and table service, there are plenty of options. As is the norm these days, there are screens in all directions, so you just don't miss a single moment of sportsball if that's your jam. P&L is a jammed up place when events are happening, so if you can find yourself a spot to sit and enjoy, then that's a win. County Road offers that and more, and it's only real knock is the service levels, which can be slow at busy times. But hey, if you have a seat and maybe a drink, then wait just a few extra minutes for servers to plow their way through the bar crowd. Definitely worth it for the BBQ alone.

Don't go here for BBQ. Came in with a large party got seated right away which was nice. BUT it took…read morethe server 30 mins to greet our table. We didn't get any drinks until almost being there for an entire hour. The server came and told some lie about how the computer reset and the kitchen lost our order, AS other tables who were seated after us got their food. The server said he had to "re-take" our order. Then the food came out really quick after that. The manager did not apologize or acknowledge our experience. Every time we asked the hostess what was taking so long they just said "it's because the server has tables outside." We went outside while waiting for our food to see no tables were even occupied outside. The food wasn't that good at all. They didn't offer any compensation for the mishap. The server failed to split the checks correctly. And to top it all off the live music was turned up waaaaay too loud to where it wasn't even an enjoyable atmosphere. We were all visiting and were told this place was good. They weren't even busy, lots of staff just standing around. I don't appreciate the business model of lying to your customers instead of taking accountability. Coming from someone who has worked in the service industry that was an absolutely disturbing experience for spending $450 on food. I am also adding that I emailed the owner as he asked me to below this review and it's been almost a week and I haven't heard anything back from him. Update 9/18/26: it's been a full week of emailing back a fourth with the owner and the only way he tried to fix this review was offering me an "outside patio" table. This restaurant does not care for their guests whatsoever. I tried to be nice and think $450 of service for it to come out 2 1/2 hrs late and the food below standards for KC and this is a common issue you see growing with this restaurant. If you get Alfonso as a server ask for someone else. He lies to you and is not professional. He should have notified management and offered some kind of compensation after what my party went through.

Went here for Mother's Day. Brisket tacos were delicious! I wasn't sure how spicy the jalapeños…read morewould be- they weren't intensely spicy but too spicy for me that day! The cheese sauce was very good. My husband also enjoyed a taco with the jalapeños on it! The waitress was very pleasant and refilled our drinks quickly. There was live music and no cover since we came on Sunday. They were playing the royals game on TV so that was nice to intermittently watch as well. Not pictured: delicious corn bread and fried Mac and cheese bites

If it looks like a dive but it's been around for years, that means good barbecue because the money…read moreis going into the food and not into "atmosphere." That's BB's Lawnside. The atmosphere here consists of wood smoke and blues music. With this visit we mixed adults and small children. Everyone came away satisfied. The children's options and the value oriented lunch specials provided sizable portions at terrific pricing for all.