Stopped here after a football camp and can say that my family of 4 got MORE than our moneys worth…read more The owner was great and confident in his product and o see why!!!!

Pulled Brisket was out of this world! Very fast service and everything was hot and fresh.read more

Go. Here. If they are close to you, and it's a food truck so they may be, go here…read more I ordered a brisket sandwich, wife got the tacos. Chicken bites and Mac and cheese enjoyed by the kids. Everything is perfect. The brisket has a brilliant tenderness on a sandwich that two people could share. We did. It looks like they are at Walmart in Gardner every Tuesday, and pretty accessible in the Shawnee and Lenexa areas. Give it a shot, I'm certain you won't be disappointed. Would return. Tomorrow. Or later tonight.

There could be a group of twenty food trucks and I'm going to this one. Kimchi burger was a special…read moreitem on the menu and ranked up there with the best of them in the KC metro. Not hard to twist my arm with a taco and the pork belly tacos hit the spot. In the past I've had their ribs and can't wait for them to make an appearance again. Anywho if you see this yellow food truck anywhere (typically southern JoCo, Ks) it's worth a veer off the road to order anything!!!

First time there and we were not disappointed. The meat was so tender and smoked beautifully. They…read moremake their own barbecue sauce, which tends to be sweet with just a touch of spice perfect for what we enjoy.. Onion rings were hand breaded, real onion rings not frozen. They were delicious. Homemade pie for only $4.50 a slice amazing! We had the Dixie pie and even bought one to take out. The service was good and the dining area very comfortable with a western theme decor. My only complaint would be that it's too far from our home, but we will make a special trip to enjoy a meal again it was that good!

We don't get here often, but thoroughly enjoy it when we do. I had the combination dinner with…read morebrisket and turkey, with cole slaw and cottage cheese for my sides. Service is always fast and friendly, the decor cute and homey with a western feel Great sauces, meats, and onion rings, too!

My opinion but they have Best barbecue in town! Service is awesome too, never disappoint!read more

I've gone to this place several times, and it is GREAT. However-…read more The food has been changing, and not really for the better. the quality has remained good for all the old items, but every time they update their menu, the new item(s) is identifiably worse than the old items, so go quick before they swap it all their best stuff! The service is okay, most of the workers are either high school kids begrudgingly trying to make some cash or dedicated managers that love the establishment, so it's about a fifty-fifty split. The ambience is decent- somewhere between classic bbq and diner. It's neither the fanciest nor the cleanest, definitely leaving something to be desired BUT not much!

It's the Z-man. Z…read more Man. There is not a better sandwich anywhere in KC, America, or the world. Recommend eating anywhere but especially on a perfect late summer day at the ballpark.

Although the lines were long since it was peak dinner hours, I never had to wait more than 25…read moreminutes in line. Despite the long line, it was worth it since the original Z-Man is one of the best sandwiches in the state of Kansas even for the whole country. The fries were nice and crispy, and the interior gave off a mixture of some wild-west vibes and a sports bar due to some vintage signs and many TVs were turned to MLB games. I recommend going to the original flagship location at the gas station in KCK if this is your first time. If it's not your second time, then the other locations including this one have shorter lines.

I've tried plenty of burger spots, but nothing and I mean nothing touches Blazer Burgers. I drove…read moreright past a handful of other places without a second thought because I knew exactly where I needed to go. Their burgers are on a different level. Everything is made in-house, you can taste the care, the quality, the cohesion. It's hearty, it's flavorful, it's that "sit back in your seat and stare at your food for a second" kind of good. A true mood booster. This place has mastered the art of a perfect burger. It's its own lane nobody can replicate it. I'd drive an hour for it without hesitation. If you want an authentic, unforgettable burger experience, this is the spot. Period.

Almost every single time the food is hot and tasty and the staff are kind and warm. No wonder…read morethey're always so busy Thank you!

Great ribs, especially on sale. They are Smokey and well seasoned. They could be eat ten without…read morethe sauce. The beans were what you would expect same with the fries from a BBQ Joint. The sauce? I would want more of a classic KC style sauce that is thick and coats the meat, but the flavor of the ribs makes up for it. Pair it with your favorite sauce and it's a 10/10.

I've found our new favorite restaurant for our weekly BBQ fix at J's BBQ! This was my second visit…read morein three weeks, and I can't rave enough about the food, ambiance, and service. My first trip was with my teenage son who loves ribs. We went for their unbeatable Wednesday/Saturday $18 full rack rib special. We shared the ribs and still had plenty left to take home. The meat was tender, smoky, and perfectly cooked. The BBQ beans were outstanding with just the right balance of smokiness and sweetness, and the seasoned crinkle-cut fries were addictive. This past weekend I brought the whole family of five. We're longtime regulars at KC Joe's, so I was a little nervous about a potential mutiny , but everyone loved it! My wife's face lit up the moment we walked in. She said it felt like a cozy restaurant we'd stumble upon while on vacation. The atmosphere is casual and welcoming with plenty of comfortable booths, warm lighting, and that perfect smoky BBQ aroma that hits you right when you enter. I went with the sausage and brisket combo, and it easily holds its own against most of the BBQ I grew up eating in Texas. One child ordered the kid's hot dog meal, and it was one of the best hot dogs I've tasted. Another got the brisket "Sloppy Mess" sandwich, and my wife had the shredded pork sandwich. Every single plate was a hit, and the whole family agreed we've found a new favorite. The owner was incredibly friendly and took the time to chat with us about how he opened the restaurant. It's always great to see that kind of passion! My only feedback is that I wish they stayed open a bit later. They close at 7pm on Sundays and 8pm the rest of the week. With a 20-minute drive from Overland Park and a family of five to wrangle, we could roll up right around closing time. A little extra time would make it perfect which I anticipate will happen the more people discover them. All in all, J's BBQ has officially earned a regular spot in our weekly rotation. If you're in the area and craving quality BBQ in a family-friendly setting, do yourself a favor and check it out!

Just happened to drive by and decided we were hungry lol. We ordered pulled pork, burnt ends,…read morecheesy corn, and beans. The Caroline was a hit with my partner, and we both loved the cheesy corn. It managed to have that spicy flavor without being hot on the palette which we both appreciated. The beans were another story. They were a congealed mess. "Been sitting at the bottom of the pot all weekend" kinda mess. Burnt tasting and suuuuper spicy. I did enjoy the burnt end flavor, but again, they tasted like they had been siting all weekend, super dry and sad. There was a table outside that offered napkins, forks, and bbq sauce. I wanted to try the bbq sauce but they were in these upside down containers that looked again, like they hadn't seen any love in quite a while. The forks were covered in dirt and the whole area was just, a little scary in the sanitary department if I'm being honest.

cardinal sin. dry pulled pork. There were 2 food trucks. I wish I would have chosen the other.read more

We were eating late lunch so it was 3pm on a Monday & pretty quiet. We tried burnt ends, the sauce…read moreoptions are good & definitely KC style. The burnt ends were very much the burnt ends of the beef - my husband really liked them but I had some dry bits that were not fun to eat around. Mac & cheese was good, not off the charts. Cheesy corn very good & nice flavor! Onion rings were panko-crust & pretty crunchy (tearing up roof of mouth) but fresh & tasty. Slaw was good enough. Overall good food, will eat here again is 3-4 out of 5 on each item. Service was great, friendly & prompt

Loved my Ruben with very nicely smoked pastrami and melted cheese, toasted bread, and nice…read moredressing. I loved the creamy coleslaw with very nice seasoning. My friend enjoyed her burnt end bowl and shared a piece of the meat. It had great smoked flavor! It looked like an odd accumulation of ingredients but she said it all works very nicely together. I can't wait to come back and try a bowl. Her daughter had the French dip and she really enjoyed it. Her husband had the 2 meat platter. He liked the cheesy corn but did not care for the Mac & cheese. They decided the beef burnt ends is the best meat. I had the pineapple crush martini. It was nice but the glass could have been a little more full. The drink seemed like it's probably the kind that will sneak up on me but I only had one. It was pretty smooth and could have had several because it was very tasty. Can't wait to come back!

Had a holiday dinner. Celebration here recently and everyone left happy!! You have to start with…read moretheir famous onion rings as a starter. I love their burnt ends and all of their sides are awesome. Beans, slaw and fries. Others got staples like ribs and brisket. My wife had salmon salad and loved it. They also make great drinks at the bar. They have an unusual twist on the Old Fashioned

Overall, a good experience. Service was great, even though it did take a bit for one fo our kids…read moremeals to come out. It was comped, and free dessert. The smoked queso burnt ends was amazing! The smokey flavor smell is the best thing ever, you should candle it. The only reason not 5 stars is i prefer my brisket to be thicker pieces. It was rather dry and not super juicy like a good brisket. Same for the sausage.