Kansas City/ Food & Drinks
Published on September 09, 2019
Check out the 4 most popular spots in downtown Kansas CityPhoto: Banksia/Yelp

Spending time in Downtown? Get to know this Kansas City neighborhood by browsing its most popular local businesses, from an Aussie spot to a local pub.

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the top places to visit in Downtown, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of neighborhood businesses. Read on for the results.

1. Banksia

Photo: Banksia/Yelp

Topping the list is bakery, breakfast, brunch and Australian spot Banksia. Located at 105 W. Ninth St., it's the highest-rated business in the neighborhood, boasting 4.5 stars out of 177 reviews on Yelp. 

Combining Australian influence with European style, the spot offers everything from ricotta hotcakes to a French poached chicken sandwich. Also from the menu, expect to find Greek-style lamb pie and a kangaroo, sage and juniper sausage roll. (View the full menu here.)

2. Reserve Restaurant & Lounge

Photo: Reserve Restaurant & Lounge/Yelp

Next up is bar, New American, breakfast and brunch spot Reserve Restaurant & Lounge, situated at 1111 Grand Blvd. With 4.5 stars out of 177 reviews on Yelp, it's proven to be a local favorite. 

On the weekends, listen to live jazz music while sipping a handcrafted cocktail. Expect to find options like bagel and lox, brioche French toast, lasagna fresco and Scottish salmon, among the menu offerings. (Check here for the full menu.)

3. Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social

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Bar and steakhouse Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social, which offers seafood and more, is another top choice. Yelpers give the business, located at 51 E. 14th St., four stars out of 479 reviews. 

On the menu you will find jumbo crab cakes and lobster bisque, as well as bone-in ribeye and seared scallops. Ready for dessert? Try the chocolate lava cake. (View the full menu here.)

4. Flying Saucer Draught Emporium

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Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, a pub that offers salads and soups, is another neighborhood go-to spot. With four stars out of 455 Yelp reviews, head over to 101 E. 13th St. to see for yourself.

From the menu, taste the saucer pies, including prosciutto and arugula and the turkey meltdown. Also try the German plate, which has grilled bratwurst with German potato salad and sauerkraut. (Click here to view the menu.)


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