Kansas City — Where We Ate & Drank
We ate our way through 11 restaurants and 4 bars in Kansas City, from Joe's KC legendary burnt ends to Baba's Pantry's Palestinian cooking and Swordfish Tom's speakeasy.
Kansas City was a barbecue pilgrimage that over-delivered: Joe's gas-station original, burnt ends everywhere, and Baba's Pantry — a Palestinian deli that beat half the coastal restaurants we ate at that year. Swordfish Tom's speakeasy handles the nightcap. Come hungry, schedule naps.
- Best months to visit: April–October
- Also covers Overland Park, Leawood, Shawnee
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