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Kansas City is a diner's paradise. Known for its outstanding steak and barbecue, Kansas City also includes noteworthy establishments offering everything from juicy burgers and spicy Mexican fare to fresh seafood and vegetarian cuisine. So dig in and see what tasty treats Kansas City has cooked up for you.
Downtown
If you find yourself downtown when hunger strikes, there are plenty of terrific restaurants to fill the void in your stomach. The Hereford House Restaurant, a Kansas City landmark since 1957, is a traditional, yet intimate steak house offering tender cuts of beef prepared to order over a hickory-fired grill. The wine list here is tops: the restaurant was presented with the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence in 1996. Lidia's Kansas City serves excellent Northern Italian cuisine in one of the most stunning dining rooms in the city. The 30-foot fireplace and the monstrous chandeliers (constructed from blown-glass Grappa bottles) help make Lidia's a restaurant to remember. Meanwhile, romantic upscale dining can be found downtown at both the Savoy Grill and the American Restaurant. If you are in the mood for a fiesta, try Manny's Restaurante Mexicano, where authentic Mexican cuisine is served in a festive atmosphere.
Plaza/Westport
The Country Club Plaza and Westport neighborhoods offer dining at its finest. In fact, the Plaza's many outstanding restaurants make choosing just one nearly impossible. When in doubt, try Plaza III - The Steakhouse, which offers traditional steakhouse dining in a very upscale atmosphere.
In Westport, the chefs at Figlio Italian Restaurant and Bar pride themselves on using only the freshest ingredients available. The eclectic menu, outstanding wine list and inviting terrace seating keep diners coming back time and time again. Californos Westport offers contemporary dining in a elegant atmosphere. In warm weather months, the restaurant offers one of the finest outdoor "dining rooms" in the city, so order a cocktail, sit back and soak in the charm of Westport. For dinner and a show, try Hibachi Japanese Steak House, where chefs prepare your meal right before your eyes.
Johnson County
This booming area of town offers a delightful blend of dining experiences. For a romantic meal, try the upscale Italian bistro Il Trullo, a popular KC tradition. If authentic barbecue is what you are craving, give the KC Masterpiece Barbecue & Grill a try. This popular spot offers its sauce at grocery stores across the country, so don't fret if you get hooked. You can readily pick up more sauce when you get home.
East Metro/South KC
The East Metro dining scene is alive and well with a variety of restaurants to please every palate. For upscale fine dining, the EBT Restaurant is a sure bet. Located in what used to be a large department store, EBT offers an atmosphere that is ideal for special occasions as well as romantic or business dining. For some of Kansas City's most popular barbecue, try LC's Barbecue, where the chefs smoke the meats outside, distributing the succulent scent throughout the neighborhood.
For comfort food, look no further than Stephenson's Old Apple Farm Restaurant. The large portions, "down home" menu and apple-based desserts keep locals and tourists coming back for more. Fried chicken is the specialty at Stroud's Restaurant, a South KC favorite known for big portions and long waiting lists. Reservations are not accepted, but don't let that scare you. The food is worth the wait.
Northland
Since the Northland is home to a slew of businesses, residential neighborhoods and shopping areas, it is no surprise that the area boasts some excellent restaurants as well. If an intimate dining experience is what you are looking for, an evening at Cascone's Italian Restaurant is a good bet. This establishment offers the perfect spot at which to woo a client over lunch or a sweetheart over dinner. For a much more casual experience, try Chappell's Restaurant & Lounge, a veritable sports museum masquerading as a restaurant. The burgers are deluxe, but the real draw is the awe-inspiring collection of sports memorabilia, including a size-20 sneaker that once graced the foot of basketball great, Shaquille O'Neal. If some great Kansas City barbecue is in order, stop by the Smokehouse Barbecue North, where burnt ends are just the beginning of a finger-licking meal you will never forget.
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