Best Lunch Restaurants in Kansas City

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1. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(5076)

Price: Expensive

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 92 times today

Seasons 52 is a Fresh Grill and Wine Bar offering a seasonal menu that is naturally lighter and always flavorful. Our seasonal menus feature ingredients at their peak of freshness, oak-fire grilled or brick oven roasted (without a fryer in sight) to be naturally lighter and more flavorful. We also offer an extensive list of wines by the glass and bottle. Here, you'll always feel free to enjoy every bite, every sip, every moment. Lunch and dinner daily with happy hour Monday-Thursday from 3-6PM.

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2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MO

4.4

Awesome(6691)

Price: Moderate

• American • Kansas City

Booked 157 times today

Experience the perfect fusion of award-winning wines, Napa-style tasting rooms, and modern casual dining at Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurants. Enjoy contemporary American cuisine influenced by international flavors from our scratch kitchen. Each dish is expertly paired with our selection of wines for the best food and wine match. Whether you explore the tasting room for a pre- or post-dinner adventure or join the world's largest wine club, we believe in the power of food and wine to create lasting connections. Dining reservations are highly recommended, but walk-in guests are always welcome on a first-come, first-serve basis. Gluten-free and vegetarian dishes are available.

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3. Kona Grill - Kansas City

3.5

Very Good(2372)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 73 times today

Welcome to Kona Grill in Country Club Plaza, Kansas City’s premier shopping, dining, and entertainment district. occasion really. Kona Grill is a classic American Grill with great steak and seafood - complemented by the best choice of sushi and margaritas at any grill in America. Kona Grill features a global menu of contemporary American favorites, award-winning sushi, and specialty craft cocktails in a polished, casual atmosphere. From brunch & lunch to dinner & happy hour, the restaurant offers a range of freshly prepared dishes from the grill, seasonal menu items and fan-favorite dishes across all dayparts. Kona Grill offers both indoor and outdoor patio dining at all its locations, $3, $6, $9 happy hour offered weekdays & NEW weekend brunch, guided by a passion for quality food and exceptional service.

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4. True Food Kitchen - Kansas City

4.6

Exceptional(1318)

Price: Moderate

• American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 36 times today

True Food Kitchen is a chef-driven restaurant and scratch bar that was founded by Dr. Andrew Weil, the pioneer of integrative medicine, to provide food that tastes great and is good for you. At our table, delicious dining and conscious nutrition go hand in hand, without sacrificing flavor, creativity or indulgence. Our expertly trained chefs craft flavor-forward dishes, handcrafted cocktails and freshly pressed refreshers so you can enjoy epic food experiences that aren’t just good for you, but good to you. Join us in Kansas City for lunch, dinner, or weekend brunch. Located in Kansas City at Country Club Plaza, off of Ward Parkway and Pennsylvania Street, near Club Pilates. New flavors, new combinations, new obsessions. Come see us for something completely new and delicious.

5. Cafe Provence

4.9

Exceptional(4563)

Price: Expensive

• French American • Prairie Village

Booked 23 times today

Café Provence serves seasonal, locally inspired French food in a casual, friendly atmosphere. Family owned and operated for more than 20 years, Café Provence has been honored as one of the Top 100 Restaurants in the U.S., Top 10 French Restaurants in the U.S., Top 25 Service in the U.S., and Best Restaurant in Kansas City.Café Provence has been honored by Zagat as the best restaurant in Kansas City. It joins the top 46 restaurants in the United States given this honor in their respective cities, such as Joel Robuchon, Las Vegas, Le Bernadin, NYC, Gary Danko, San Francisco and more.Visit us on www.cafeprovencekc.com À bientôt!

6. Gram & Dun

4.7

Exceptional(4653)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 52 times today

Gram & Dun brings culinarily-driven fare, while paying special attention to pairing food with libations. It's a place “for the people” where you can relax and enjoy the neighborhood vibe while we test theories of food, drink and the evolution of good times. Our local owners and staff bring a unique, modern environment to this ideal Plaza location where we have revived the best patio in town, making Gram & Dun an enticing landmark for locals and visitors alike. In addition, Gram & Dun honors the traditional by bringing revered dishes to the forefront and adding our own special touch, and welcomes seasonality as the year progresses, all in an effort to provide the best to patrons with exquisite taste. Gram & Dun: sophisticated, soulful and crafted.

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7. Buca di Beppo - Kansas City

4.1

Excellent(1688)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Kansas City

Booked 60 times today

If you are looking for an Italian Restaurant in Kansas City, MO then come to Buca. Our Italian Restaurant serves Authentic Family Style Italian Food. In the heart of the Plaza Shopping District is Kansas City, MO's favorite Italian restaurant. Known for our family style portions, you'll know that no matter the size of your appetite, you won't be going home hungry! We want all of our guests to feel like family, so we feed them like family! Even though we serve hundreds of delicious Italian pastas, entrees, and pizzas every day for lunch and dinner, everyone in Kansas City keeps coming back for more. Our semi-private dining rooms are perfect for celebrations and we offer amazing catering options for every occasion. Come in to Buca for a meal today and see why we're the best Italian restaurant in Kansas City. No one knows authentic Italian food better than us! Make your dining and catering reservations today!

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8. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

4.7

Exceptional(4676)

Price: Very Expensive

• Steakhouse • Plaza / Brookside

Booked 94 times today

Make it a day to remember. From birthdays and anniversaries to professional milestones, we aim to make every gathering special at The Capital Grille. Open seven days a week, The Capital Grille is best known for our expertly prepared steaks, which are dry aged in house for 18 to 24 days and then hand-cut by our restaurant's on-premise butcher. The Capital Grille's wine list features more than 350 selections, and its floor-to-ceiling wine kiosk regularly houses 3,500 - 5,000 bottles. Reservations are recommended but not required. For more information, please visit our website. We look forward to delighting you.

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9. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

4.8

Exceptional(1441)

Price: Very Expensive

• Seafood • Kansas City

Booked 62 times today

Located at 46 Penn Centre, adjacent to Kansas City's iconic Country Club Plaza, Ocean Prime is a nationally acclaimed, dynamic seafood & steakhouse from the award-winning Cameron Mitchell Restaurants. Ocean Prime delivers an elevated experience with exceptional ambiance, a chef-curated menu, signature handcrafted cocktails, Wine Spectator honored wine list and genuine hospitality. Reservations are recommended. Ocean Prime strives to provide an elegant, fine dining atmosphere. Our associates’ priority is to ensure your experience is memorable. We ask that our guests choose attire that is both polished and suited to our restaurant. THANK YOU FOR NOT WEARING: Clothing emitting excessive marijuana odor, Excessively revealing clothing or exposed undergarments , Clothing with offensive language or graphics. Admittance to Ocean Prime is at the discretion of management who reserves the right to refuse service to patrons who are inappropriately dressed. We appreciate your cooperation.

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10. Pierpont's at Union Station

4.8

Exceptional(5206)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard

Booked 55 times today

Pierpont's at Union Station has been providing food and service as memorable as the historic setting since its inception in 1999. Named for railroad baron J.P. (Pierpont) Morgan, Pierpont's serves perfectly aged prime steaks and fresh seafood arriving daily. To complement your culinary selections, we maintain an extensive wine list featuring bottles from all over the globe, as well as boast a gorgeous 2-story bar equipped with a rolling library ladder.Our Private Dining Rooms-located in the Wine Cellar, along with the Pierpont's Belvedere Room on the 2nd floor overlooking Grand Hall, offer more intimate settings for groups of 6 to 60. They are perfect for business or entertaining guests and each room is individually decorated, offering an exceptional place to celebrate a special occasion, close the deal, or have a gathering with friends.

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TomVIP
Kansas City / Kansas •120 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Party of 6 . Food was outstanding…salmon and lamb were amazing. Kids meals were great surprise. Cocktails were delicious and flatbread was its usual amazing… we ordered all their shot glass desserts… once again outstanding!!!! Waitress was over the top attentive!! She did a wonderful job! Tremendous evening
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Seasons 52 - Kansas CityPrice: Expensive• American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.7
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Michelle
Kansas City / Kansas •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Was wonderful. Our server was lovely. Food was soooo good!
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Kona Grill - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Plaza / Brookside
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3.5
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Julie
Kansas City / Kansas •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
Loved everything was wonderful! However we were sat at a tiny table in corner by window and we could not move our legs. Very uncomfortable. That table looks right at the table 3 feet away. Felt like I was apart of their conversation. I am sure they felt like they were being spied on.
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Cafe ProvencePrice: Expensive• French American• Prairie Village
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4.9
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Mike
Kansas City / Kansas •17 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We come here because they don’t cook in seed oil, and the food always tastes great. I had the meatloaf. It was a recommendation of the waiter and that was one on my list to get. It was the perfect portion for me (6’5, 200 lbs). Carrots, mushrooms and fingerling potatoes. Very good flavor. My wife had the Sustainable Salmon over rice pilaf. I had the rest of hers since she could not eat it all. She was very happy with the meal. A glass of a red blend from Italy capped it off for both of us. We will be back soon, thank you True Food!
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True Food Kitchen - Kansas CityPrice: Moderate• American• Plaza / Brookside
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4.6
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DebraVIP
Kansas City / Kansas •15 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Coopers Hawk was the perfect place for our annual Best Friends Christmas Happy Hour. Attentive service from all staff members who helped us, great food and beverage selections, and terrific atmosphere. Brennan took great care of us. He is very knowledgeable about the wine and the menu, and checked on us often. Definitely going back to Coopers Hawk!
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Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MOPrice: Moderate• American• Kansas City
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4.4

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52 restaurants available nearby

1. Seasons 52 - Kansas City

2. Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant - Kansas City - Plaza, MO

3. Kona Grill - Kansas City

4. True Food Kitchen - Kansas City

5. Cafe Provence

6. Gram & Dun

7. Buca di Beppo - Kansas City

8. The Capital Grille - Kansas City

9. Ocean Prime - Kansas City

10. Pierpont's at Union Station

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