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Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-QuevsLidia's Restaurant
Both establishments are praised by experts. On balance, Lidia's Restaurant scores significantly higher than Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que. Lidia's Restaurant ranks #4 in Kansas City with recommendations from 5 publications including Where, Zagat and Gayot.
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Travel + Leisure
Gayot
Zagat
Where
Eater
The Infatuation
3002 W 47th Ave, Kansas City, KS 66103-3244
From $10/night
Travel + Leisure "Beyond the shamrock gas station’s pumps and past the racks of Hostess cakes, a warren of tables and booths makes up this barbecue joint." Full review
Gayot "Brisket is served sans sauce on a bun; diners can add as much or as little of the spicy, fruity sauce as they want. Beans are thick and loaded with bits of meat, while french fries come well-seasoned." Full review
Zagat4.8
"Ribs & fixings served in a gas station." Full review
Where "This family-friendly spot offers all the barbecue hits." Full review
Eater "Joe’s has remained consistent over the years, with top-notch beef ribs, burnt ends, and thin-sliced brisket (try the brisket on the Z-Man, one of the city’s famous sandwiches). "
The 14 Best Barbecue Joints in Kansas City
June 22, 2022
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To eat like a local, call ahead for carryout and skip the line; don’t miss the seasoned fries or dirty rice.
The Infatuation "Enjoy the convenience store-meets-busy dining room vibes. Here’s your order: burnt ends, ribs, and the Z-Man Sandwich that’s loaded with brisket, provolone, onion rings, and barbecue sauce" Full review
Lidia's Restaurant
Fodor's
Frommer's Gayot Zagat Where
101 W 22nd St, Ste 100, Kansas City, MO 64108-1954
From $0/night
Fodor's "Locals flock to Lidia's for Sunday brunch, which features an antipasti course, entré menu, and dessert buffet." Full review
Frommer's "Try the three-pasta sampler, delivered to your plate straight from the kitchen via a frying pan (you can have as much as you wish) or the very popular veal shanks." Full review
Gayot14.0
"When the weather is nice, diners can sit on the patio and watch the trains pulling in and out of the station. During the winter, a massive fireplace warms the bar." Full review
Zagat4.5
"“Luscious” cooking is matched by an “outstanding” wine list at this upscale Northern Italian “gem”, the Crossroads Arts District outpost of Lidia Bastianich's Northern Italian empire." Full review
Where "Located in a historic railroad house near the Union Station, this outpost for TV chef Lidia Bastianich’s cuisine is expansive and inviting." Full review
