Visiting Independence Plaza, or just looking to better appreciate what it has to offer? Get to know this Kansas City neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from a bakery to a drive-in.
Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Independence Plaza, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.
1. Boulevard Bakery
Topping the list is bakery Boulevard Bakery, located at 2815 Independence Ave. It's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting five stars out of 36 reviews on Yelp.
Established in 1991, Boulevard Bakery offers a wide selection of cookies, cakes and other baked sweets. They are made fresh daily, using the finest ingredients.
2. China Feast
Next up is Chinese, fast food and Asian fusion spot China Feast, situated at 3119 E. 12th St. With four stars out of 30 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite.
Established in 2008, the family run restaurant serves authentic Chinese and Vietnamese foods. Look for steamed dumplings for an appetizer and General Tso's chicken as an entree on the menu. For vegetarians, there are several dishes to choose from, including vegetable fried rice. (See the full menu here.)
3. La Hamburguesa Loca
Food truck and Mexican spot La Hamburguesa Loca is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 3009 Independence Ave., 4.5 stars out of 21 reviews.
Serving tacos, tamales and more, this place serves authentic Mexican foods. Also on the menu, look for a traditional hamburger and fries.
4. Humdinger Drive In
Humdinger Drive In, a food truck that offers burgers and more, is another neighborhood go-to spot. With four stars out of 12 Yelp reviews, head over to 2504 E. Ninth St. to see for yourself.
Expect to find traditional favorites on the menu, such as cheeseburgers, hot dogs and fries. Also try one of the specials, like an Italian steak sandwich. (See the full menu here.)
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