Restaurants in Independence
The Best Restaurants

First Watch
19321 US-40 L, Independence, MO 64055I did not know Independence has a First Watch. Went here for the first time, it a pretty decent size, always full and packed during brunch hours. Lucky, we had...
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- Superb539 Reviews4.8

Salvatore's
12801 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055This place is wonderful and their service is great! It is my birthday and my grandparents aren't mobile anymore so I wanted to order to go so I could...
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- Superb505 Reviews4.8

A Little BBQ Joint
1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050In town spending time with sister (lives here) and brother (drove down from ND). Fancy was our server and she gets 5 stars all be herself!! She recommended the...
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- Superb574 Reviews4.6

Thai Kitchen
19321 E US Hwy 40 A, Independence, MO 64055Omg! Who knew we'd find amazing Thai food in Missouri? This place had great reviews. We came and ordered a few different things. Everything was amazing -...
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- Superb230 Reviews4.6

V's Italiano Ristorante
10819 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055First time going this restaurant with my husband and absolutely loved it. Our waitress Timberly was wonderful and the manager was very polite. Food arrived...
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- Superb503 Reviews4.4

Mugs-Up Root Beer
700 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055It's always cool to visit here! I love the zip burger, fries , the nuggets & ROOT BEER! Very reasonably priced, & friendly staff! Yesterday, I...
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- Superb218 Reviews4.5

Ranchero's Mexican Food
17106 US-24, Independence, MO 64056Food is always delicious, fresh, and hot. Chips and salsa are amazing. Location is.....underwhelming, but I always use the drive through.Don't let the...
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- Superb139 Reviews4.6

Score Sports Bar & Grill
9100 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64052The hangover cheeseburger and the fried mushrooms are just unbelievable and unbeatable. Tessi and Lori are the best. They always know how to make the place...
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- Superb136 Reviews4.6

Casa Mexico - Independence, Missouri
19321 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055It's always a delight to eat and drink here. The staff is attentive and friendly, the food is delicious, and the drinks are top-notch(especially the...
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- Superb254 Reviews4.4

Los Compas Mexican Restaurant
Far View Shopping Center, 18009 US-24, Independence, MO 64056Thank you to the other Google reviews that gave Los Compas good reviews. Only in town for 1 night and picked it based on reviews. We were very happy with our...
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- Superb253 Reviews4.4

Dixon's Famous Chili Parlor
9105 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055We got the family taco kit to go, it was super good!! Plenty of shells, meat, lettuce, sauce and tons of the fresh grated cheese , and some good cheese dip and...
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- Superb238 Reviews4.4

The Big Biscuit
16506 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055Who could not love this place ?! Always fresh and hot when delivered to the table , the portions are more then enough and I always bring plenty home ....
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- Superb221 Reviews4.4

Old Chicago
4661 S Cochise Dr, Independence, MO 64055It was my first time here after a comedy show. The food was really good and fulfilling. We had just ordered appetizers. The Italian Nachos, Buffalo chicken...
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- Superb345 Reviews4.3

The Lunch Box
13605 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64055I love and recommend this place to everyone. Not only is the food excellent but the owners are so great. It's a true expirence. If you can get a piece of...
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- Superb94 Reviews4.7

Hi-Boy Drive-in
3424 Blue Ridge Cutoff, Independence, MO 64052Wife and I love this place. We actually crave it. It's the areas best burger and rings. The shakes are the very best as well.Only problem is there...
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- Superb193 Reviews4.4

Big Boy Burgers
12401 E US Hwy 40 #5930, Independence, MO 64055Man I wish their milkshakes didn't taste so great! Only one small gripe is I wish their onion rings had a little more salt dusting after coming out the...
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- Superb184 Reviews4.4

Apex Aleworks Brewery & Taproom
4356 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055Great hidden gem! Greats beers! Great staff! Good environment, they do live music often, trivia, comedy, and whatever else! Recommend, especially for day...
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- Superb87 Reviews4.7

Machetes Authentic Mexican Food
9104 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64052Our favorite place for Mexican food! We found them during the pandemic for take out, and now enjoy eating there as well. Staff are truly happy, enjoyable, and...
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- Superb128 Reviews4.5

El Volcan Mexican Grill
17110 E US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64056My favorite local Mexican restaurant! Great food, great portions, great prices and great service. Usually always get the Taco's Al Pastor...soooo good!...
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- Superb169 Reviews4.4

Rosie's Cafe
10690 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055It’s like going grandmas house. The food is great, and the decor and staff all make you feel you feel welcome. It’s definitely stuck in the past but it’s...
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- Superb153 Reviews4.4

Café Verona
206 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050I was pleased with the new menu since the reopening. Many of the old favorites were still there, and the food was great. I loved the quiet atmosphere for...
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- Superb227 Reviews4.3

La Fuente Mexican Restaurant
10839 US-40 #6038, Independence, MO 640551st time visiting this location! Didn't dine in only a pickup order! Service seemed good, but will have to come back and dine in sometime. Food is always...
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- Superb219 Reviews4.3

Tequileros Mexican Restaurant
1208 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050Just had carryout from this place and was very pleased. The food was really good and the prices were great! I've lived in the Independence area for many...
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- Superb74 Reviews4.7

Thai Spice
18931 E Valley View Pkwy Ste D, Independence, MO 64055The staff were very friendly and took great care of us. Food came out quickly and I really enjoyed my cashew chicken, and my wife enjoyed her drunken noodles....
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- Superb211 Reviews4.3

LongHorn Steakhouse
17800 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055Food was really good, my only complaint would be i ordered a 20 ounce ribeye and almost half of it was bone and gristle. I expected the bone but the gristle...
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- Superb207 Reviews4.3

Erin's Pub
3010 Rte 291, Independence, MO 64057I’ve always loved this bar, but since Carl has taken over the kitchen, Erin’s pub has went NEXT LEVEL. Best Burger in KCMO. But don’t take my word for...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.4

Tim's Pizza
17201 US-40, Independence, MO 64055The pics are the Medium 13" Super, crispy crust. I'm not sure why "someone" took a bite out before pictures & dinner but he's in...
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- Superb186 Reviews4.3

3 Trails Brewing
111 N Main St, Independence, MO 64050Nice place try the 5% before you try the 14% brew trust me on this 14% beer will rock your boat ask the bartender for suggestions for sure because the 14%...
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- Superb56 Reviews4.8

Corner Cafe Independence
4215 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057We were out-of-towner's. We called ahead because we don't eat pork. We asked if there was some other meat we could have it instead. I'd only...
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- Good278 Reviews4.2

Square Pizza
208 W Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050Can we jeep small businesses like this alive. Parents have it easy here. Entertainment for the kids. Food for everyone. The pizza was great. Thin almost...
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- Superb160 Reviews4.3
American Restaurants
American in Independence
Big Boy Burgers
12401 E US Hwy 40 #5930, Independence, MO 64055Man I wish their milkshakes didn't taste so great! Only one small gripe is I wish their onion rings had a little more salt dusting after coming out the...
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- Superb184 Reviews4.4

Corner Cafe Independence
4215 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057We were out-of-towner's. We called ahead because we don't eat pork. We asked if there was some other meat we could have it instead. I'd only...
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- Good278 Reviews4.2

Black Bear Diner Independence
4053 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057A friend and I just had lunch at Black Bear restaurant. They had Rubin sandwiches for St Patrick's day. Now I am a Rubin kind of girl. Particular in how...
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- Good201 Reviews4.2
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Independence
Old Chicago
4661 S Cochise Dr, Independence, MO 64055It was my first time here after a comedy show. The food was really good and fulfilling. We had just ordered appetizers. The Italian Nachos, Buffalo chicken...
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- Superb345 Reviews4.3

Tim's Pizza
17201 US-40, Independence, MO 64055The pics are the Medium 13" Super, crispy crust. I'm not sure why "someone" took a bite out before pictures & dinner but he's in...
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- Superb186 Reviews4.3

Square Pizza
208 W Maple Ave, Independence, MO 64050Can we jeep small businesses like this alive. Parents have it easy here. Entertainment for the kids. Food for everyone. The pizza was great. Thin almost...
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- Superb160 Reviews4.3
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Independence
Ranchero's Mexican Food
17106 US-24, Independence, MO 64056Food is always delicious, fresh, and hot. Chips and salsa are amazing. Location is.....underwhelming, but I always use the drive through.Don't let the...
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- Superb139 Reviews4.6

Casa Mexico - Independence, Missouri
19321 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055It's always a delight to eat and drink here. The staff is attentive and friendly, the food is delicious, and the drinks are top-notch(especially the...
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- Superb254 Reviews4.4

Los Compas Mexican Restaurant
Far View Shopping Center, 18009 US-24, Independence, MO 64056Thank you to the other Google reviews that gave Los Compas good reviews. Only in town for 1 night and picked it based on reviews. We were very happy with our...
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- Superb253 Reviews4.4
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Independence
Golden Rice Chinese Restaurant
1435 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055Cute mom & pop restaurant. The drive thru is VERY confusing but the signs help. Except the one at the window - I didn’t know I had to push the doorbell...
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- Good101 Reviews4.2

Cathay Express
15411 US-24, Independence, MO 64050I've been going to this place for 20+ years. Always good. Always friendly. I'm a regular here for lunch at least 3 times a week. Grab a soup and some...
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- Good158 Reviews3.9

New Mandarin House Chinese Restaurant
1643 West 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64050Delicious and fresh! We got curry chicken, orange chicken, veggie fried rice, and a few appetizers. Food arrived fast and piping hot. Delivery driver was very...
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- Good135 Reviews3.9
Fast Food Restaurants
Fast Food in Independence
Mugs-Up Root Beer
700 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64055It's always cool to visit here! I love the zip burger, fries , the nuggets & ROOT BEER! Very reasonably priced, & friendly staff! Yesterday, I...
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- Superb218 Reviews4.5

Chick-fil-A
18785 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057Always a win. This location is always busy but they give great customer service every time. Tried the Cobb salad for the first time and it was really good....
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- Good188 Reviews4.2

DQ Grill & Chill Restaurant
4045 Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057We ordered from DQ via Uber Eats. The person delivering our order picked up other orders then proceeded to drive all the way to Grain Valley where they stayed...
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- Good122 Reviews3.6
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Independence
Pier 88 Boiling Seafood & Bar Independence
11825 E US Hwy 40 STE D, Independence, MO 64055First time ever there.. had a BLAST the waitress was excellent very patience with my familyl.. her name i think was Kiana if that's not it she had a short...
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- Good223 Reviews4

Captain D's
1321 S Noland Rd, Independence, MO 64055One of the few fast food seafood places still around. They do fish better than some sit down restaurants. Good variety of entrees and sides. Always been fast...
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- Good147 Reviews3.8

Charlie D's Express
12323 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055I've always had good customer service here and my food taste delicious each time. My only complaint is that there's no consistency when it comes to...
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- Good36 Reviews3.4
Italian Restaurants
Italian in Independence
Salvatore's
12801 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055This place is wonderful and their service is great! It is my birthday and my grandparents aren't mobile anymore so I wanted to order to go so I could...
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- Superb505 Reviews4.8

V's Italiano Ristorante
10819 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055First time going this restaurant with my husband and absolutely loved it. Our waitress Timberly was wonderful and the manager was very polite. Food arrived...
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- Superb503 Reviews4.4

Café Verona
206 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050I was pleased with the new menu since the reopening. Many of the old favorites were still there, and the food was great. I loved the quiet atmosphere for...
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- Superb227 Reviews4.3
Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Independence
McAlister's Deli
19130 East 39th St S G, Independence, MO 64057Great seasonal strawberry salad, vegetable chili, and baked potato with toppings. Can eat healthy here although also has dessert and sweet tea. In and out...
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- Good161 Reviews4.1
Chicken Wings
Chicken Wings in Independence
Church's Chicken
12003 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055My husband has always liked churchs (i thought i liked kfc, but it turns out, i dont. Except them taters of course.) BUT Churchs has always had a knack for...
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- Good124 Reviews3.7

It's Just Wings
18900 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057These are the nastiest wings I ever had in my life, I ordered a 16 piece lemon pepper hot wing and they sent one order of bland hot wings with curly frys and...
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- Average12 Reviews2.7

Church's Chicken
10610 East 23rd St S, Independence, MO 64052Good prices, good food and friendly service. Not sure why they still have inside seating locked with COVID numbers way down and mask mandates being lifted. But...
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- Good117 Reviews3.4
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Independence
Erin's Pub
3010 Rte 291, Independence, MO 64057I’ve always loved this bar, but since Carl has taken over the kitchen, Erin’s pub has went NEXT LEVEL. Best Burger in KCMO. But don’t take my word for...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.4

Players Club Bar & Grill (Members Only)
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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- Superb90 Reviews4.3

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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- Good50 Reviews4
Sports Bars
Sports Bars in Independence
Score Sports Bar & Grill
9100 East 35th St S, Independence, MO 64052The hangover cheeseburger and the fried mushrooms are just unbelievable and unbeatable. Tessi and Lori are the best. They always know how to make the place...
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- Superb136 Reviews4.6

Pappy's Den
10805 E Truman Rd, Independence, MO 64052Great little place. Resonable drinks, and shots. Everyone in there was very friendly and fun!! Non smoking sucks, but I know that is a city thing. 1 pool table...
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- Superb69 Reviews4.6

Saints Pub + Patio Independence
20220 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057This is a great spot for locals of all walks of life. The food all very good; I just had the Fish and Chips the other day and they did not dissapiont. Not...
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- Good238 Reviews4.2
Diners
Diners in Independence
Mugs Up Diner
10921 E Winner Rd, Independence, MO 64052spell caster for what you have done for me am so greatful my lover is back to me and we are now living happily together. Dr OYAKHIRE love spell is very...
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- Superb55 Reviews4.6