Restaurants in Independence
The Best Restaurants
Salvatore's
12801 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055I found this restaurant thanks to Google. I chose this restaurant based off of reviews. Hands down this is the best Italian restaurant I have been to in a long...
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- Superb454 Reviews4.8
A Little BBQ Joint
1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050Ordered bacon ships and jalapeno bites on the back deck today. #1 - the handmade jalapeno bites are the best I've ever had! And of course bacon chips - I...
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- Superb508 Reviews4.7
Thai Kitchen
19321 E US Hwy 40 A, Independence, MO 64055Most of the time the food is superior! It can be a bit hit and miss varying from 3-stars to 5-stars. The spicy basil wings, calamari, dumplings and duck roll...
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- Superb165 Reviews4.7
Casa Mexico - Independence, Missouri
19321 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055Absolutely the BEST truly Authentic Mexican Restaurant in Independence!!!! Everything we tried was spot on! So very happy to find this place after 7 months of...
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- Superb215 Reviews4.5
First Watch
19321. E. Highway 40 #L, Independence, MO 64055Great food, excellent service. The restaurant was very clean and they have a great healthy menu. If you want a great place to have breakfast or lunch please...
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- Superb162 Reviews4.5
Thai Spice
18931 E Valley View Pkwy Ste D, Independence, MO 64055As a vegetarian with limited food options in Independence, Missouri - I approve this place ? I had the veggie pad thai & the thai cucumber salad! The pad...
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- Superb176 Reviews4.4
Los Compas Mexican Restaurant
18009 US-24, Independence, MO 64056Excellent food and service. Just beware, what they call the big margaritas are anything but big. They are enormous!!! Highly recommend this fantastic Mexican...
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- Superb213 Reviews4.5
Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn
201 N Main St, Independence, MO 64050If you are looking for a nice dinner date then this is the place to go. I came here with a group of friends and everyone enjoyed their meals. I had the Grilled...
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- Superb164 Reviews4.4
Corner Cafe Independence
4215 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057Had a great experience from the time we walked in to the time we walked out the door. The Hostess seated us right as we walked in the door. Our server was...
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- Good202 Reviews4.2
Saints Pub + Patio Independence
20220 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057Saints is a great place to spend some time outside! They are dog friendly and even brought a bowl out filled with ice water for my fur baby. They have yummy...
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- Good188 Reviews4.2
V's Italiano Ristorante
10819 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055We absolutely love brunch at V’s. The food is incredibly delicious. The good options are abundant. The bottomless mimosas are fantastic. Service is...
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- Good186 Reviews4.2
LongHorn Steakhouse
17800 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055Never disappointed when I come to longhorn , been coming here for years just don't get to come as often as I like ! My husband and I came last night and I...
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- Superb164 Reviews4.3
Mugs-Up Root Beer
700 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055I love this place because I love the burgers there not to run of the mill burgers.The fries are good and who doesn't love root beer from time to time....
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- Superb165 Reviews4.5
Hereford House - Independence
19721 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057The atmosphere and did was great. Although, Happy hour is only in the bar area. So if you wanted to get the appetizers from that menu although it was given to...
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- Good166 Reviews4.2
Tim's Pizza
17201 US-40, Independence, MO 64055Best pizza in Kansas City area. Was just back in town from out of state and made a point to get some. Normally not a fan of Canadian bacon but you have to get...
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- Superb146 Reviews4.3
Score Sports Bar & Grill
9100 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64052This place is the bomb and Lori rocks it! Great food, great fun, great entertainment, great value for your money and just an all around great place. And I...
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- Superb95 Reviews4.6
Palomino's Restaurant
10219 US-24, Independence, MO 64053I always have the best experience! It’s a cozy lil restaurant! Perfect for a personal date or private time. The food is more the perfect. Big portions for an...
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- Superb108 Reviews4.5
The Big Biscuit
16506 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055The only decent grits that I have found in Missouri so far. BUT, they serve the grits with margarine (uugghhh) so be sure to ask for real butter if you are a...
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- Superb169 Reviews4.4
The Court House Exchange
113 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050My experience here was very pleasant! I loved the look and feeling of the dining area the decor was a little off the wall. The chicken fried chicken was...
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- Good152 Reviews4.2
La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
10839 US-40 #6038, Independence, MO 64055I tried La Fuente for the first time and it was excellent! I've only had the tacos, but they were great! I plan to go back and try other dished , which...
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- Superb184 Reviews4.4
Dixon's Famous Chili Parlor
9105 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055Who would think there's such a difference in a good taco and a fantastic, explode in your mouth with flavor, and a light crunch taco. I didn't want...
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- Superb180 Reviews4.3
Square Pizza
208 W Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050Square pizza has my vote for the best calzone in KC. Located on the square in Independence they have made to order calzones with a crispy crust and stuffed...
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- Superb128 Reviews4.3
Carrabba's Italian Grill
19900 E Valley View Pkwy, Independence, MO 64055We arrived around 530 Friday evening got seated right away. Our waiter (Cody) promptly greeted my wife and I. Ordered an appetizer drinks. His knowledge of...
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- Good157 Reviews4.1
McAlister's Deli
19130 East 39th St S G, Independence, MO 64057Had help from a very nice young man named Aidan. He must be new there because I have never seen him. He was very knowledgeable of the menu and had great...
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- Good138 Reviews4.2
Smokehouse Barbecue - Independence
19000 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057Just want to saw the food here is amazing. Last week I called in and got a dinner for 2, with briquettes, pork and chicken. Got mac & cheese as well as a...
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- Good186 Reviews3.9
Twin Peaks Restaurant
19821 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057First time trying. Was really good food. The server...not so much. I get that that s place is geared towards men but when 2 women come in for lunch, we would...
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- Good182 Reviews3.9
bd's Mongolian Grill
19750 E Valley View Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057This is one of my favorite restaurants! You get your food raw buffet style and they cook it on the spot. Not only is it the freshest you could ask for but...
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- Good164 Reviews4
Hi-Boy Drive-in
3424 Blue Ridge Cutoff, Independence, MO 64052I would cross the country (and I have) for these amazing hamburgers. These are the best burgers in the city. Have loved this place since I was a kid and now...
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- Superb145 Reviews4.4
American Restaurants
American in Independence
54th Street Grill & Bar
18700 E 38th Terrace S, Independence, MO 64057We had gotten all the way home before realizing a meal was missing and had to return and wait for the meal to be prepared while the rest of the food got cold....
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- Good180 Reviews3.8
La Plaza Restaurant
11000 E Winner Rd, Independence, MO 64052By far the best Mexican food I have had in the last several years. Wonderful service directly from the owners of the restaurant. I had shrimp fajitas, which...
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- Superb82 Reviews4.4
Black Bear Diner Independence
4053 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057Usually a great experience,... not this time, server was horrible. Food was great! Never checked on us or refilled drinks!!*** Update**Quick response from...
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- Good129 Reviews4.1
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Independence
Old Chicago
4661 S Cochise Dr, Independence, MO 64055We had delicious food and our waiter Daryl was great. The hostess was quite abrupt and the wait time at 3 in the afternoon made no sense, especially with...
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- Good159 Reviews3.8
Pizza Ranch
4660 S Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055Food always good always fresh great salad bar excellent value for your money Which they had had vegetables and mashed potatoes and gravy instead of partial...
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- Good165 Reviews3.7
Harvey's Neon Bar
10129 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055I love that bar best one in a very long time I'm going every Friday night promise I'm smiling ear to ear omg I sang all night and had the crowd blown...
- Superb87 Reviews4.3
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Independence
Ranchero's Mexican Food
17106 US-24, Independence, MO 64056I love this place!! We have 3 Mexican restaurants in our town. I like them all for different reasons. This place has the BEST BREAKFAST BURRITOS!! I...
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- Superb109 Reviews4.6
Machetes Authentic Mexican Food
9104 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64052Taco Thursday good stuffI had Al Pastor which is porkNot over seasoned with Cilantro and white onionsChips on the edge of fried too muchTasted like a flour...
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- Superb103 Reviews4.6
El Volcan Mexican Grill
17110 E US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64056One of my favorites! Their tacos are fantastic and their salsa is perfect! It's a small, unassuming restaurant, with authentic Mexican flavor. Don't...
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- Superb125 Reviews4.4
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Independence
Cathay Express
15411 US-24, Independence, MO 64050They have been the best since I was a kid seriously this is one of The originals that's been around for many years and it will stay many more years to...
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- Good114 Reviews3.9
Golden Rice Chinese Restaurant
1435 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055This is my son's and my first choice when we order chinese food to go! They have a great selection, especially the chef's specialties. I love their...
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- Good85 Reviews4.1
New Mandarin House Chinese Restaurant
1643 West 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64050I have always enjoyed eating at the Mandarin House and have recommended this place, but today I ordered what I always order Moo Soo Shrimp and the cabbage in...
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- Good112 Reviews3.8
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Independence
HiBoy Drive-In
924 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050HiBoy, you win.The Service, the HiBoy, the stuffed spudz, the Heath Cyclone, it was all outstanding.Being there took me back to my childhood. I can tell this...
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- Good139 Reviews4.1
Mugs Up Diner
10921 E Winner Rd, Independence, MO 64052I love this place! The zip burger is so good, loose meat hamburger with spices, onions & mustard. If I was really hungry I would go with the double zip...
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- Superb41 Reviews4.6
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Independence
Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar Independence
11825 E US Hwy 40 STE D, Independence, MO 64055If you are looking for a place similar to Joe's Crab Shack, this is it! Their seafood boil is amazing and with the option to choose your heat level I...
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- Good158 Reviews3.9
Red Lobster
4328 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055Usually pretty satisfied and love the rewards but my husband and I went today at lunch time (we usually go for dinner). I had the Ultimate Feast and I was...
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- Good156 Reviews3.7
Captain D's
1321 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055Tilapia was very good green beans and broccoli. Saturday nice they close at 7 p.m. I arrive at 7:15. Had to heat it up when I got home. Was still very good....
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- Good109 Reviews3.8
Burger Restaurants
Burgers in Independence
HiBoy Drive-In
16721 E Gudgell Rd, Independence, MO 64055Best onion rings in the Universe! No question. The end - I win.Good old fashion style burger restaurant with geat flavor, reasonable prices and good portion...
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- Good129 Reviews4.1
Back Yard Burgers
15908 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055Today was my first time trying their burgers and I was not disappointed! I really love the fries, and the ice cream is soooo yummy! It tastes homemade....
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- Good143 Reviews4.1
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Independence
Panera Bread
18800 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055Having never ordered something in person on my own before, let alone been to Panera, I walked up to the counter and froze, unable to even look up at the menu....
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- Good139 Reviews3.8
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Independence
Chick-fil-A
18785 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057I Love this place. Order takers are very cordial. Most of all the food is prepared by your order which means they send it out of the window steaming hot....
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- Superb146 Reviews4.3
Buffalo Wild Wings
20110 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057Food was good, service was slow. Waited 30 minutes for adult beverages.The manager (freddy) reached out to us and asked us to come back. Service was much...
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Church's Chicken
12003 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055This place has great food & customer service. Was very appreciative of their attention to a problem we had and was able to get it resolved. Thank you...
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- Good98 Reviews3.7
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Independence
Erin's Pub
3010 Rte 291, Independence, MO 64057Service was good, food was good, and drinks were fairly priced. Located in a pretty decent spot with good parking. It is definitely a hometown pub with a huge...
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- Superb97 Reviews4.4
Players Club Bar & Grill
1501 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055I have not had anything from their kitchen but the bar was great! The bartenders are very friendly and if asked they can whip you up your favorite drinks. I...
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- Superb73 Reviews4.5
Ron's Roadhouse
10817 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64052Spacious inside and nice seating area outside. Plenty of parking! Great venue for live bands! Beer was cold and always ready! Pool tables and darts! Visit them...
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