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    Rosedale Barbeque

    3.3 (290 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    ROSEDALE BARBEQUE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Anthony Bourdain!
    Erin S.

    When ever I'm in KC, this is the place we go to. We have been going here for 30+ years and it stands the test of time. It's an order at the counter type of place with friendly staff. You can find a seat anywhere- booth, bar stool at the counter, or high top seating. The BBQ decor all around the place is hilarious and fits the vibe perfectly. Rosedale's does something amazing to their meat-it's tender, juicy, and smoked really well- that you really can't get this taste anywhere else. They clearly know what they're doing as they've been in business since 1934. Their tagline is "bon-a-fide Kansas City Bar-B-Q" and that is 100% accurate. We split a chopped beef sandwich. Amazing. Delicious. We also split a small container of cheesy potato bake. Heavenly. They also have a wide selection of drinks- RC Cola anyone?! When in Kansas-this is your stop! Anthony Bourdain even thought so!

    Jeffrey M.

    Rosedale seems to have a 'love it' or 'hate it' relationship with people around Kansas City, but I don't think I live in either of those camps. The burnt ends I had were extremely dry and chewy on my sandwich and I don't see myself ever eating them again. The ribs however had a lot better texture but they were essentially flavorless, so I'm not sure if they are using any rubs or not. There are items on the wall inside that say "Don't Forget the Sauce", and that's quite true as that is what I needed to get more flavor on the ribs. So, I can honestly say that I am not in the 'love it' camp, but I didn't hate it either as the ribs were okay. I think this means that there is definitely room for improvement in the food department, but there are also areas that are brighter than others. The staff was also super friendly, and I love the idea of a family-owned, neighborhood BBQ spot. You can see more of our experience on our YouTube channel: https://youtu.be/mBFahcA-sIM

    Menu - March 2026
    Jonathan W.

    I wanted to like Rosedale BBQ. I really did. But at the end of the day, I don't see myself ever returning. Why? The sauce. Very thin with little flavor. Hot and spicy sauce? The same flavor profile, just add heat. So disappointing. Ribs were tender and juicy, but not flavorful. However, the sausage and burnt ends were amazing! The sides were solid. Normally, I'd add sauce to elevate the game, but that was not to be. Several good things here, but when the sauce game is off, it is very difficult to recover and that was the problem here. So sad - I wish things could have been different...

    Burnt Ends And Fries
    Stevie M.

    Place was pretty warm inside even on a nice cool day. Seating was open though chairs and tables were pretty close together. Had received our food pretty fast and was fresh tasting on some part. Didn't have much flavor as I would except for barbecue. You got up to the counter and order and bring your food to table. Mostly all drinks are bottled no fountain drinks.

    SERVICE WAS SO FAST TODAY! BEST BBQ IN THE CITY. NEVER MISSES! the perfect place. love the environment. shoutout the ladies behind the counter always taking my order. they get shit done.

    Beverage menu
    Jim W.

    Had to visit one of my all time favorites while in KC. First visit was at the former location right next door. Built the new improved facility and tore down the old one. Yep it was long ago. Still the same flavor as always. The ordering at the counter and immediately getting the food is perfect. Had my combo on sliced bread, a special order and it was ready in less than a minute. Oh and the fries. Hot and crispy, wow. With the BBQ sauce, a taste sensation for sure. She had her favorite burnt ends platter. So much food. Beans, slaw and sliced bread. Rosedale's serves lots of hard working folks in short order. Get your food, enjoy it and back to work. They have this so figured out. So mosey on down to Southwest Boulevard and try an old time favorite. You're going to love it.

    Combo Sandwich  Crinkle Cut Fries  Mushrooms  Whole Dill Pickle
    Colleen L.

    Rosedale is not one of my top five bbq spots in KC but it is a staple. I feel like they are very similar to Wyandotte BBQ but imho Wyandotte is slightly better. I hadn't been in several years but decided to check it out again since I was nearby. I ordered a combo sandwich with chopped beef and sausage. The meat doesn't have a lot of smoke or char flavor and was a bit dry. The sausage was good sized and was just split open. The sausage was definitely my favorite between the two meats. The size of the sandwich is good for the amount of money you pay. We also tried the fries which were great and probably the favorite of the sides. The Mac and cheese had no flavor and I would skip this in the future. I also didn't care for the beans but I'm picky about bbq beans. The fried mushrooms were average and again, I probably wouldn't order them again. The whole pickle was good and I liked that it was quartered. I ordered my dogs a hot dog and they seemed to throughly enjoy it. If you're a KC native and haven't checked them out, do give them a try. They have low prices and good sized portions but definitely not the best bbq in KC.

    Variety of sliders
    Aleah H.

    We came to Rosedale Barbeque based on the recommendation of a friend while in town, but also heard a lot of buzz about it while in the area! We came late towards the end of the night, and they were kind enough to give us a little complimentary sampler since it was our first KC barbeque experience! Therefore, we tried so so much that I'll try to summarize as follows - - Faves: Variety of sliders to try different meats, sliced turkey, and CHEESY MASHED POTATOES - Mid: Fries were okay (but take out to be fair), pulled chicken was just okay Overall, the menu is huge so you can find your faves and sauce them up to your liking. Just always always get the cheesy potatoes!

    Pig Pen Sandwich. Burnt Ends Dinner Platter. Lean Beef by #.  Stewart's Brand Soda. Barbequed Beans. Coleslaw. Macaroni and Cheese.
    Jake L.

    I was worried about the mixed reviews but this place is some solid bbq. The meat, the sides, the service all holds up. Coleslaw was nice and sweet, beans are savory, and the Mac and cheese is actually edible when it usually grosses me out at other places. The sauce has a strong kick, they have an even spicier sauce which is also good. This place doesn't win any awards but certainly doesn't deserve the negative reviews.

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    Love this place. I have been going here since I was a kid. The staff is great and the food is excellent!

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    The Very Best BBQ West of the Mississippi . I been a customer since 1950ish. Live out of town, BUT, always Stop when I'm close

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