The Midwest has always been known for its friendly, small-town hospitality, and Overland Park is no exception. Listed by Money as one of the best places to live, it has grown into a city providing diversity in cultural, entertainment, and dining options.
Eating out may sound like the best way to end your day if you have spent time sightseeing, hiking, playing, or working. Whether looking for fine dining, great barbeque, or more ethnic cuisine, you won’t be disappointed in this sample of the best restaurants in Overland Park reviewed and recommended by patrons.
Brobeck’s BBQ
$$ | 913-901-9700 | WEBSITE
Brobeck’s is a counter-serve barbecue spot specializing in smoked, dry-rubbed meats served without sauce.
This is a casual place located in Fox Hill Center where you can enjoy beer or wine with your meal while listening to country background music. It is open Tuesday through Saturday, offering daily lunch specials and vegetarian options. The spot is suitable for kids and groups, with military discounts available. They also provide services such as takeout, delivery, and catering.
Q39 South
$$ | 913-951-4500 | WEBSITE
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Q39 South is a family-run business and the place to go for authentic Kansas City BBQ. Award-winning dishes prepared from scratch are served in a rustic-urban dining space.
Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner; it has outdoor seating and gluten-free options. Kids have their own menu, and groups can enjoy the TV and full-service bar. Reservations are suggested on sports weekends. Or opt for to-go meals or two catering packages. ‘HANDS DOWN, THE BEST !’
J. Gilbert’s
$$$$ | 913-642-8070 | WEBSITE
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Reputed as one of the best steakhouses in the Kansas City metropolitan area, J. Gilbert’s offers prime-aged beef cooked over a wood-fired grill, fresh seafood, award-winning crab cakes, and vegetarian-friendly options.
Reservations are suggested to ensure your seat in this upscale casual restaurant with a full bar and live music. Be it a quiet table for date night or a large party; your meal will be delivered with attentive service. J. Gilbert’s serves dinner seven days a week and lunch banquets. Curbside pickup and delivery are offered. ‘Worth every bit of the price.’
The Peanut
$$ | 913-491-0288 | WEBSITE
The Peanut is so popular as a sports bar & grill that it has two locations in Overland Park. Known as the home of large chicken wings, it also provides vegetarian options with classic American pub grub.
With a full bar, it offers happy hour specials, TV, and free WIFI. Bring your kids and friends for lunch, dinner, or late-night snacks. The best nights for fun are Monday, Friday, and Saturday. Takeout is an option.
Louie’s Wine Dive and Kitchen
$$-$$$ | 913-469-4177 | WEBSITE
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With its warm, casually elegant atmosphere, Louie’s Wine Dive is anything but a dive. Known for locally sourced comfort food and an extensive wine list, it serves lunch, happy hour, dinner daily, and brunch on weekends.
Dine inside or outside, private dining for your large group, and enjoy the award-winning food. With live music every month and Italian wine four-course dinners often available, Louie’s Wine Dive will not disappoint. Curbside pickup and delivery options are available. ‘Great value, food, service, and environment.’
Brass Onion
$$ | 913-851-5940 | WEBSITE
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The Brass Onion is a family-owned mall-based restaurant with a lengthy menu of pub grub & comfort foods, daily specials, and a full bar. It boasts a modern American menu with a Low country flare and vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options.
Located in the Prairiefire Entertainment District, it provides a place for intimate dinners, family celebrations, and after-work happy hour get-togethers. Dine in for lunch or dinner, weekend brunch, or order some family value packs to go curbside or delivered.
Strang Hall
$$ | 913-210-0475 | WEBSITE
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Strang Hall is an industrial chic food court in the heart of historic Overland Park with six chef-driven restaurants under one roof. Cuisines range from New Americana to SE Asian to tacos and Latin.
They also offer local craft beer, wine, and worldwide cocktails. Outdoor tables are available on a grassy lawn that is dog-friendly. Come for happy hour, live music weekends on the patio, or host a private event—Dine-in or order online for curbside pickup or no-contact delivery.
El Salvadoreno
$ | 913-217-7233 | WEBSITE
El Salvadoreno restaurant is a local, family-owned restaurant in a bright, comfy space that serves Latin, Salvadoran, Central American, Spanish, and South American cuisine.
Famous for their pupusas, they are located in the West Park Shopping Center and open from 9 AM to 9 PM daily until 10 PM on weekends. Dine-in with an outdoor seating option for breakfast, lunch, or dinner. Curbside pickup and Delivery are also available. It has a ‘great little atmosphere, amiable staff, great prices.’
El Fogon
$ | 913-642-1819 | WEBSITE
Rated one of the top three Mexican restaurants in Overland Park, El Fogon is Latinx owned and offers authentic Mexican tacos with fresh daily hand-made tortillas and salsas.
It is a low-key counter-serve eatery that serves lunch and dinner and is closed on Sundays. Suitable for kids or groups, El Fogon takes reservations and offers delivery, takeout, and catering. Beer and wine are available.
Elsa’s Ethiopian
$ | 913-648-5000 | WEBSITE
Elsa’s provides traditional Ethiopian cuisine with organic, gluten-free, and vegan options. It is a homey spot for casual dining with only ten tables, but it also has outdoor seating and is suitable for kids and groups.
Enjoy the ambiance in this family-owned restaurant with Ethiopian music and a no-utensil eating experience. Elsa’s is open for dinner Tuesday through Saturday from 4 to 8 PM.
Shagan’s Indian
$ | 913-766-8396 | WEBSITE
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Shagan’s Indian Restaurant is the place to go for fresh, home-cooked Indian food. It has a ‘cozy, homey atmosphere with the day’s menu written on a whiteboard.’
There are plenty of vegetarian choices, and you can pick three options for one plate to experience a variety of dishes. ‘Customer service is incredible!’ Visit the small grocery store inside after dining for more treats—Dine-in or order online for drive-through or no-contact delivery.
Sinbad’s Greek
$ | 913-387-4338 | WEBSITE
Sinbad’s Greek Restaurant may be located in a strip mall, but reviewers rave about the ‘overall excellent food and service!’ It is open daily for lunch and dinner, serving Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine with vegan and halal options.
The falafel, hummus, and baba gunough are made from scratch, as well as their soups and salads. It offers free parking, outdoor seating, and casual dining. Good for groups. Dine in or order online for takeout or drive-through.
J. Alexanders Overland Park Grill
$$$ | 913-469-1995 | WEBSITE
J. Alexanders Overland Park Grill is the place to go for that special occasion. It has a great ambiance that is perfect for a date night, with an excellent selection of drinks and cocktails.
The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, the fare is a classic American grill focusing on grilled meats and steak, and the dress is business casual. Online ordering, takeout, and non-contact delivery options are available.
Overland Park Brew Lab
$-$$ | 913-400-2343 | WEBSITE
Overland Park Brew Lab is a neighborhood brewpub with American and Tex-Mex fare. It is conveniently located with plenty of parking and has a spacious taproom and stylish Grain room that can host up to 150 guests.
Come for karaoke, live music, tacos, and trivia Tuesdays. For ‘food as good as freshly brewed beer,’ order online, dine in, or take out.
Burg and Barrel
$-$$ | 913-444-0494 | WEBSITE
Where do you go for a fun time? Try Burg and Barrel, located in the 75th and Metcalf Shopping Center. A gastro pub sports bar open from 11 AM to 10 PM offers diverse burgers, vegetarian and gluten-free options, and an electronic bar menu.
Add a great craft beer selection, TVs, trivia night, and outdoor seating for a favorite hangout with friends or dates. Order online, dine in curbside pickup and have no-contact delivery options.
The Shack
$$ | 913-766-8335 | WEBSITE
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The Shack is the place to go for breakfast, brunch, or lunch. With two locations in Overland Park, it is a busy and trendy place where patrons’ memories are written on their walls.
It is suitable for kids and groups and has a full bar and private rooms. Go traditional breakfast or try something unique. Gluten-free, vegan options and takeout are available. Open daily from 6:30 AM to 2 PM.
Best Regards Bakery and Café
$$ | 913-912-7238 | WEBSITE
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As confessed foodies, Best Regards Bakery makes all of its food from scratch. It is a family-owned business in La Paloma Shopping Center that has been operating for 20+ years. Casual yet classy, Best Regards offers a patio and inside dining for those who want bistro sandwiches, salads, baked goods, and desserts.
Six different soups are offered weekly. The bakery is open from 8 AM-5 PM and the kitchen from 10 AM-3 PM most days except Sunday. Curbside pickup and online ordering are available.
Yaya’s Euro Bistro
$$ | 913-345-1111 | WEBSITE
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Yaya’s eclectic menu of American, French, Italian, and Greek cuisines offers seafood, pasta, oven-brick pizza, and vegetarian or gluten-free meals. All are locally sourced. Dine in with options for a private room or outside on the patio.
Come for lunch, dinner, or Sunday brunch, or enjoy happy hour with live music. Yaya’s is family friendly with a ‘good atmosphere and parking.’ Dine-in, takeout, or delivery options are available. They also offer catering and in-home chef options with customizable menus.
Cinzetti’s Italian Market
$$ | 913-642-0101 | WEBSITE
Cinzetti’s Italian Market offers a one-of-a-kind dining experience with an Italian buffet providing fresh food from various regions of Italy at 14 exhibition stations.
The ‘Tuscan Villa’ atmosphere includes a full bar, five unique dining rooms, private rooms, tables for two, or space for parties of up to 200 people for those special occasions. Come for brunch, lunch, or dinner for ‘food that is always fresh and delicious.’ Dine in or use their curbside pickup.
ABC Café
$ | 913-859-0089 | WEBSITE
The ABC Café, located in Commerce Square Shops, is the perfect place to go for authentic Chinese food or Dim Sum.
A no-frills establishment with casual settings, it offers dine-in, take-out, or delivery for lunch and dinner with online ordering available. Come any day, Thursday through Monday, for a vegetarian-friendly meal and expect ‘amazing authentic Chinese food’ with free unlimited rice.
Summary
Sample a few of these restaurants to get a taste of the diversity available from the best restaurants in Overland Park. Discover your own hidden gems as you make new friends along the way and share your opinions about your dining experiences. Bon Appetit!
Hayden has been a digital director for years. He has five years of experience editing and writing about food, restaurant, and recipe review content. At Birch Restaurant, he’s in charge of scouting, showing up unannounced in different restaurants, and writing a thorough food guide!
