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    The Burger Joint

    3.5 (19 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Taylor T.

    Definitely not a destination dining spot but, if you find yourself stuck in the casino and need a quick and decently cheap meal it will do in a pinch. Burger Joint replaced the Burger King in Ameristar Casino a few years ago and it definitely is an upgrade. Also, the price isn't too far off since it seems that it is hard to leave a fastfood restaurant paying less than ten to twelve dollars a meal. It wasn't too late on a Wednesday night but, the sports bar was closed because it's operating hours are only Thursday through Sunday and the steakhouse was closing up shop and the Mexican offering inside the casino is dismal at best so I beelined for the burger joint on the far side of the casino near the movie theater. I kept it simple with a double patty burger with all the usual condiments as well as cheese and their house sauce. The total was a little over ten dollars with tax, and mind you that's casino tax as well. The order was ready promptly, within ten minutes, and everything tatsed fresh and up to par. The vegetables weren't mushy, which is always a no-no when it comes to tomatoes and lettuce especially. The pickles added a nice tang however the shape, long instead of pickle chips, made taking a bite of the burger and pickle tricky. The cheese was classic american so the flavor was lacking but the melt factor was there. The bun was fresh and seemed to be steamed and buttered, reminded me of a ball park hamburger bun. And now onto the actual meat of the burger, well what can you say? It was just alright, it was almost a smash burger style but a little thicker however, you could tell this wasn't quality meat. It kind of tasted like McDonald's, a little ironic since The King's castle used to be here. Now do I prefer Burger Joint over Burger King? In theory yes, in actual essence they are essentially pretty similar in price and quality. However, I can't speak on any burger on the menu except the most basic of basic burgers and even then it's not like I left thinking "why did I just eat that" which to be honest sometimes I definitely leave BK thinking so, I guess Burger Joint is superior to Burger King, just don't tell the King I told you that.

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    Amanda T.

    So we spent almost 2 full days in this bar/restaurant. This is only full restaurant with sports bar food. Service was sporadic "ok", evening and day time. If you want chicken fingers, pizza and burgers while you wait for concerts or games this is your place.

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    Arsen H.

    Food is great prices are amazing but what made me write this review is a beautiful lady named TINA that works there. She was amazing and super nice. With her smile she made everyone's day. Thank you Tina

    Double smash burger with pepper jack cheese. The food is great, not your typical burger place you can actually taste the other ingredients.

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    Local Pig

    Local Pig

    4.7
    (182 reviews)
    6.0 mi
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    I love stopping by local pig and grabbing any of their products to make a fantastic dinner. They…read morehave a wide array of products. They have all sorts of meat from beef to chicken and even sometimes rabbit. They also have eggs of different varieties including duck and turkey. They also have cheeses and charcuterie items. They have lots of pickled items. And even premade meals like pot pies, breakfast burritos, mac & cheese, and the last time I was in a stroganoff. In addition to food, they also have a few drink options like bottles of wine and beer. They even have dog food and dog treats. The store itself is decent sized. There's plenty of space for a few people to move around. They do have a large deli counter and a few coolers full of goodness. Service is always excellent. They are always helpful and can even offer suggestions if you don't know what to make with what. One of my go-tos are any one of their sausages. They have traditional ones plus a few fun ones. And if you watch their social media, they'll usually tell you when they have a limited addition one. The Rieger whiskey and apple sausage is one of my favorites. They also have a chicken curry sausage, which is excellent and has so much curry flavor. On my last visit I noticed that they have mac & cheese that you can take to go. They have a few different varieties, but I went with one with bacon because their bacon is always fantastic. It was a really good side. I slapped it on the grill to warm it up and it was delicious. Highly recommend. If you are in the city market area definitely stop in and check out what they have.

    I've been a loyal patron for over 10 years. Local pig is the best butcher/ sausage shop I've ever…read morebeen too. Local pig works with farmers and the animals are butchered in the lower level. Thier house made sausages are flavorful and make great appetizers, ingredients, or can stand on thier own or in a bun. The mini pot pies are fantastic. Their meat selection is awesome and they can easily adapt to any request. Local pig/ Pigwhich moved to city market from the East bottoms over 5 years ago and expanded thier Local items to include cheese, wine, liquor, and a ton of other stuff. The staff are knowledgeable, patient, and friendly. The interior is bright, clean, well lit and well stocked.

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    Burn Theory Fire Kitchen

    Burn Theory Fire Kitchen

    5.0
    (4 reviews)
    5.8 mi

    I'm so elated that Strange Days brewery finally got an in house kitchen, yes you order on a QR code…read morebut, it's not a pop up or food truck anymore, it's there to stay. And I'm so excited because what goes better with a beer than a burger? My answer is pretty much nothing and thank goodness Burn Theory has got you covered. The special of the evening was a kimchi smash burger. One thing about me is I love anything fermented so, kimchi is one of my favorite things. Surprisingly I had never had it as a burger condiment before so, I was ready to try something fresh and new. It didn't disappoint! It was delicious. The smash burger patty was juicy and had lacey edges just like a proper smasher should, sometimes certain places forget the importance of those crispy edges. Not here! The kimchi wasn't an afterthought at all, it was more than a condiment slapped on top of the burger instead it was piled high and added just the right amount of zippy slightly spicy flavor. The cheese oozed out of the burger and melded with the lacey edges to create an impeccable bite, I'm still thinking of it a week later. I can't wait to try more burger renditions on the menu because this one definitely got high marks. There are other things on the menu as well if a burger isn't your speed but don't expect anything too fancy this is bussin' bar food that pairs exceptionally with a brew.

    Burn Theory is a great addition to Strange Days! Some delicious food and delicious beer, what more…read morecould you ask for? You order via the QR code on your table, and the food gets delivered right to you. Utensils and napkins and condiments are at the end of the bar! There is something for everyone on the menu: sandwiches, tacos, nachos, even salads. The portions are big!! I got 3 huge tacos and a massive pile of fries for a reasonable price. The tacos were really tasty. There's crispy cheese on all the tortillas! Delicious. The black bean taco is a great vegetarian option.

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    River Bluff Brewing at River Market

    River Bluff Brewing at River Market

    4.6
    (51 reviews)
    5.9 mi
    $$

    What a great place! This became my favorite place to relax and enjoy a cold beverage while…read morevisiting Kansas City during FIFA's World Cup, June 2026. The employees are friendly and helpful. Our bartender explained the different crafts on tap and even gave us a couple of samples to try. I ended up going with the "Mai Savior" - a Maibock (German) beer. Brewed for May 1st or "Bock Day", it has notes of malty honey with a slight caramel finish, and a 7.7% ABV. It was refreshing and very good! There are plenty of tv screens mounted throughout the building and with plenty of World Cup matches being played in different venues, it was easy to watch the different group play that was going on. And lo and behold in the corner there were 3 pinball machines! (I was really loving this place by now.) We had a great time playing them. Then, at the other end in the corner was a place where one can order pizza - which I can attest to it being very, very good. They have a covered outside seating area too that's pet friendly so feel free to bring your favorite K9 companion. What a great place! So, If you're in the Kansas City area I highly recommend you check them out!

    I grabbed a drink with a friend here in a long overdue visit to River Bluff Brewing. They piqued my…read moreinterest when I saw they won awards at the Great American Brew Fest. The menu had a good variety of brew styles - barrel aged stouts, hazy IPA, fruited beer - and I ordered an English Pale Ale. I'm a sucker for English style beers, so it was an easy choice. I really enjoyed my drink and I look forward to visiting again. It's nice they have a kitchen space available to order food. Jimmy B's currently resides there and their pizza is very good.

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    The Farmhouse

    The Farmhouse

    4.0
    (1.2k reviews)
    6.0 mi
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    If you're looking for a brunch place in River Market, look no further than Farmhouse. Right on the…read morestreetcar route, and about a block from the Delaware stop, you'll find the location in a great area near other things to do and see. Reservations are available here - not necessary but depending on the day/time, you may need to wait a bit before being seated if you don't. The restaurant is rustic with farmhouse-style (hence the name!) seating. There is plenty of natural light from their street-facing windows, and if the weather's right, they have a lovely side patio. The food portions are generous and definitely shareable if your table has a few things they'd like to try! Pictured here is the Chicken n Shortstack with a chili-maple reduction and the lemon-lime marinated watermelon. The restaurant features locally-sourced ingredients and highlights them on blackboards through the restaurant. Because of this, their menu can sometimes shift and change!

    If you're looking for a curated menu with fresh, farm to table ingredients, you've come to the…read moreright place. Here's what we ordered: Chicken and pancake stack Brisket Tacos Farmhouse omelet Poblano grits and eggs Coffee cake Service was quick - no complaints. There's plenty of outside seating that backs up to their on site garden full of fresh herbs and veggies. It's a bit on the fancier side, would be perfect for a big family brunch or a girls day. Will definitely be returning!

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