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The American Restaurant vs Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Both The American Restaurant and Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que are endorsed by writers. On balance, The American Restaurant ranks significantly higher than Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que. The American Restaurant has a TripExpert Score of 91 with approval from 6 publications such as Fodor's, Forbes Travel Guide and Afar Magazine.
The American Restaurant
Frommer's
Gayot
Forbes Travel Guide
Fodor's
Zagat
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200 East 25th Street, Suite 400, Kansas City, MO 64108
From $60 /night
Frommer's
"One of Kansas City's top fine-dining establishments for more than 35 years, this contemporary, high-ceilinged, glass-enclosed restaurant features the best in regional fare."
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Gayot
14.0
"Contemporary cuisine served in a sumptuous, glass-enclosed room in Kansas City."
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Forbes Travel Guide
4 Stars
"The kitchen staff, led by executive chef Michael Corvino (a veteran of Rosewood Mansion on Turtle Creek in Dallas), prepares American fare using local seasonal produce."
Fodor's
"Tip fuses contemporary technique with traditional American cuisine; try the olive oil–poached halibut, or horseradish–encrusted rib-eye steak. "
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Zagat
4.5
"This is “what New American food is about” say fans of this “jewel” in Kansas City's Crown Center that's “stood the test of time” with its “fantastic” seasonal menu and “excellent” service."
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Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
Travel + Leisure
Gayot
Zagat
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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."
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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."
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Zagat
4.8
"Ribs & fixings served in a gas station."
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"This family-friendly spot offers all the barbecue hits."
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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"
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