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Beyond burnt ends, Kansas City also has a scene for Korean barbecue (K-BBQ) and Japanese barbecue (J-BBQ) full of flavorful sauces, marinated meats and enormous portions. Here's a guide to local restaurants and how to cook at home.

Clay County Public Health Center’s environmental health program has been recognized among the nation's best for food safety. The Food and Drug Administration certification assesses work to ensure inspections, emergency response and food storage are all up to code.

The charming combination of cute kitties and sweet treats has taken root in the Kansas City region, with a selection of cat cafés providing space to meet and snuggle adoptable animals.

Mr. D’s Donuts is known for offering pastries with Chiefs player jerseys and other team-inspired designs. And it's not the only one getting creative — you can also find Chiefs-themed "Kingdom" Cake, pretzels, and more around town.

Northeast Pizza, which is set to open across the street from PH Coffee, will offer New York-style slices and whole pies. Noah Quillec grew up inside his family's restaurants around Kansas City, but wanted to design a spot for his own neighborhood.

French classics, innovative German cuisine, and steak with a side of live jazz — these Kansas City area restaurants offer the perfect ambiance and menus for a romantic date night, for Valentine's Day and the rest of the year too.

Many of Kansas City's best-regarded culinary luminaries are represented in the nominations, including The Town Company and Chewology. But the list also includes some restaurants off the beaten path.

Roeland Park native Noelia Olivares created Mariscos Mr. Culichi as a food truck after graduating high school. Now a college student at UMKC, Olivares is celebrating the grand opening of her permanent space.

Mildred's breakfast sandwich was named one of the best in the U.S. by Food Network. With two locations already downtown and in the Crossroads, owners Clayton and Evan Ashby picked the South Plaza for its walkability and proximity to local businesses.

The historic Rosedale neighborhood, now part of Kansas City, Kansas, is not just home to the University of Kansas Medical Center. Check out our intro to Rosedale's parks, restaurants, culture, and history.

Kansas City Restaurant Week, which runs this year from Jan. 10-19, will give local diners a chance to get out of the house after the blizzard and explore the city's diverse eateries — with special menus and deals. A portion of Restaurant Week proceeds will also support local charity House of Hope.

Shaun Brady was killed in August 2024 while taking out the trash, just two years after opening the Brookside restaurant. The building's owner is looking to lease the space to another restaurant, saying that Brady & Fox could not be replicated.