Eating Out in Overland Park, KS: Best Local Restaurants

Stack Barbecue
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Helen Armitage

One of the USA’s most affluent cities, Overland Park in Kansas has an expectably good dining scene with plenty of options ranging from award-winning contemporary Mexican fare and wood-fired steaks to authentic Japanese teppanyaki and Italian cuisine classics. With our updated guide to Overland Park’s Top 10 Restaurants, you won’t go wrong when dining out in the city.

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The Burg & Barrel

Located in historic downtown Overland Park, at gastro pub The Burg & Barrel, beer is the main event – in fact, its beer list is more extensive than its food menu, making it the perfect choice for beer lovers stopping by for a quick brew. Its ever-changing choice of 16 taps and 100-plus craft beers includes varieties from neighbouring Kansas City’s Boulevard Brewing Company.

Restaurant, Italian, $
Family-run Italian restaurant Cascone’s has been a Kansas culinary institution since its first restaurant opened its doors back in 1954 in Kansas City’s Northland neighbourhood. Since then, the restaurants have been owned and operated by four generations of the Cascone family whose Sicilian roots shine through the restaurant’s classic, hearty Italian dishes.

Clock Tower Bakery

Bakery, Cafe, Coffee, Tea , Dessert, Pastries, Fast Food, Street Food

Big Pig Sandwich

Located in a charming retail strip, Clock Tower Bakery is owned and operated by a native of the United Kingdom, and offers delicious baked delights from the USA and England. As befits the owners British heritage, the bakery also offers English afternoon tea, which includes a selection of sandwiches and other savoury treats, mini desserts and a choice of English teas.

Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue

Restaurant, American, Gluten-free, Fast Food, $

Chile en Nogada – Roasted Poblano peppers stuffed with steak, sweetened in a mixture of apple and castillian nuts, covered with a creamy cheese and while walnut sauce and topped with fresh pomegranate seeds.

For fans of meat cooked to perfection, Fiorella’s Jack Stack Barbecue is a must-try when eating out in Overland Park. The successful restaurant has four locations across Kansas City, though its Overland Park branch is a particularly stylish affair featuring a spacious interior decorated in dark woods, sumptuous leather and polished brass complemented by a warm and inviting ambience.

Frida’s

Bar, Restaurant, Mexican, $$
A contemporary Mexican restaurant named after the acclaimed 20th century artist Frida Kahlo, Frida’s motto is ‘expect the unexpected’ for its innovative but authentic cuisine. Since Frida’s first opened in early 2010 the restaurant has been the recipient of various accolades. The colorful and welcoming restaurant features a beautiful mosaic behind its bar, deep red walls and earthy tiled floors.

J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood

Bar, Restaurant, Steakhouse, $$
Named after renowned Kansas City restaurateur Joe Gilbert, J. Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood prides itself on serving hearty, authentic Midwestern dishes that guests can enjoy casually at the restaurant’s bar or, more formally, at a table. Other dishes include the maple-planked salmon with a bourbon glaze, Yukon mashed potatoes and green beans with pecans while vegetarian and gluten-free menus are also available.

Kyoto Sushi and Steak Japanese Restaurant

Bar, Restaurant, Japanese, Sushi, $

Kyoto Sushi & Steak, Overland

For an authentic Japanese fine dining experience Kyoto Sushi and Steak Japanese Restaurant is a must-visit and provides guests with a variety of dining options; you can enjoy a relaxing meal at a table or comfortable booth, take a seat at the longest sushi bar in Overland Park or book one of the restaurant’s four teppanyaki rooms where the master chefs will prepare and grill your meal right in front of you.

OP 1906 Bar and Grille

Bar, Restaurant, American
Located within the lobby of the Sheraton Overland Park Hotel OP 1906 is a stylish and contemporary restaurant offering its guests classic American cuisine with a contemporary twist and global flavours which can be enjoyed in its bright and inviting main dining room, or outside on its patio which comes complete with three fire pits and stunning views of Overland Park.

Sheridan’s Unforked

Restaurant, American, Fast Food, Healthy, Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-free

Unforked, Overland Park

Sheridan’s Unforked serves fresh, healthy and nutritious Mexican fare in a dine-in speedy restaurant that also features its own drive-thru for diners in even more of a hurry. All of Sheridan Unforked’s meals are cooked fresh to order, and the restaurant takes great pride in supporting local farmers and producers, with plenty of vegetarian and gluten-free options available too.

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