24 Best American Restaurants in Independence

Black Bear Diner Independence American • $
4053 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Beveled Features on the This Glass Makes It Extra Easy to Grab and Hold
Freshly-Brewed Black Bear Diner Coffee - 96oz
Fish and Chips w Sweet Potato Fries
Bigfoot Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs
Chicken Fried Steak Eggs Benedict
Cubs Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Chicken Fried Steak Benedict
Blackberry Burn BBQ Ribs
Fish & Chips Family Meal
Bob's Big Bear Burger

“I always enjoy my meal from Black Bear diner. Always consistently good whether carry out or dine-in. Dine-in service is friendly and responsive. This is my go-to spot for a great breakfast!“

4.4 Superb380 Reviews
Chick-In Waffle (Independence) American • $
18921 E Valley View Pkwy ste d, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Side Spicy Honey Garlic Sauce
Asian Chicken Bubble Waffle
Asian Chili Wings and Fries
Frozen Strawberry Lemonade
Maple Chicken and Waffle
Spicy Honey Garlic Fries
Buffalo Sandwich Meal
Garlic Parmesan Fries
Nashville Hot Chicken
Classic Sandwich Meal

“we love coming in. The service is always on point.Fast and friendly. We travel 45 min. just for chicken and waffles...“

4.5 Superb164 Reviews
Culver’s American • $
4220 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheese Butter Burger with Everything Fries & Onion Rings & Strawberry Shake
Buffalo Chicken Strips Basket of Chili Cheese Fries
2 Piece Cod Dinner w Coleslaw and Broccoli Roll
Sweet Potato Fries and Burger Combo
Tenderloin Basket with Cheese Curds
Blackberry Cobbler Frozen Custard
The Culver's Deluxe Value Basket
Chili Cheese Fries with Bacon
Culver's Double Cheeseburger
Tenderloin Basket with Fries

“Food and service is always great. If they do mess up, they always make it right with an abundance of free food, which totally makes up for it in my opinion. It's fast food, but they serve you at your table. It's a great place to go out to eat and have ice cream with the family without breaking the bank! Love it.“

4.4 Superb217 Reviews
Vivilore American • $$
10815 E Winner Rd, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Flourless Chocolate Torte with Ice Cream Dinner
Bread Pudding with Hard Sauce and Ice Cream
Lobster Roll w Homemade Potato Chips
Creme Brulee with Fresh Berries
New England Clam Chowder Lunch
Grilled Bone in Pork Chop
Grilled Bone-In Pork Chop
Wild Mushroom Cheesecake
Smoked Salmon Bruschetta
New Zealand Rack of Lamb

“Vivilore has the most amazing patio garden. great for a leisurely lunch or cocktails. Bring a few girlfriends and enjoy the delightful setting and good food.“

4.3 Superb175 Reviews
Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn American • $$
201 N Main St, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Shrimp Polenta

“Dinner last night (12/6) was excellent. Our server Jade was great. She is very friendly and makes sure you are well taken cafe of. We had the Lobster Rangoon appetizer was very good. Our dinner meals were 5 stars. All of the staff were very friendly and hard working. We had the chocolate tasting for dessert and it was excellent. We highly recommend this restaurant.“

4.1 Good220 Reviews
Twin Peaks Sports Bar • $$
19821 E Jackson Dr, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Billionaire's Bacon Burger
Smoked Chicken Quesadillas
Mozzarella Cheese Bites
Texas-Style Cheesesteak
Chipotle Queso & Chips
Double Stacked Nachos
Chicken Fried Steak
Bone-In Naked Wings
Chargrilled Salmon
Philly Cheesesteak

“Twin peaks was very good and our server chloe was very kind and we had excellent customer service“

4.7 Superb386 Reviews
Main Event Independence American • $$
4600 S Cochise Ct, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Boneless Buffalo Wings and Fries
Large 'the Perfect Cheese' Pizza
Personal Pizza Boneless Wings
Large Pizza Boneless Wings
Crispy Chicken Sandwich
Cotton Candy Shirley
Soft Pretzel Sticks
Large Cheese Pizza
Main Event Burger
The Wing Platter

“Main Event is a great place for birthday parties. We got the Teen All-Access package; the service was great and the kids had a blast!“

4.5 Superb1158 Reviews
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store American • $
4110 S Lee's Summit Rd, Independence

Customers` Favorites

The Cracker Barrel's Country Boy Breakfast
Mashed Potatoes with Sawmill Gravy
Grandpa's Country Fried Breakfast
Served with a Buttermilk Biscuit
Momma's French Toast Breakfast
Biscuits and Corn Muffins
Chicken Tender Dinner
Chicken Fried Chicken
Friday Only Fish Fry
Country House Salad

“Food is good but our restaurant went through the remodel and I don’t care for it . The store lost quite a bit of merchandise. I prefer the way it was .“

4 Good540 Reviews
West Side Cafe American • $
201 N Forest Ave, Independence

“Inside what used to be a hospital (Independence Sanitarium) and is now the Ennovation Center, is a great breakfast/lunch (or dinner) place with better and more than average variety. Recent change of management has improved it, though it was good before. I love the Reuben, packed with corned beef and cheese. No alcohol, just good value, with daily specials, and fast service.“

4 Good3 Reviews
Rae's Cafe American • $
2411 Rte 291 J, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Biscuits and Gravy Hash Browns and Bacon
Breakfast Burrito & Hashbrowns
Homemade Biscuits \u0026 Gravy
Fried Potatoes and Onions
Homemade Biscuits & Gravy
Chicken Fried Chicken
Country Fried Chicken
Homemade Sausage Gravy
Tenderloin Breakfast
Country Fried Steak

“The food is always amazing. The staff is friendly. The prices are great. Rae’s coming to Independence has been great for my breakfast adventures.“

3.9 Good162 Reviews
Big Boy Burgers American • $
12401 E US Hwy 40 #5930, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Double Cheeseburger Onion Rings Tater Tots
Double Cheeseburger Tater Tots
Onion Rings and French Fries
Tater Tots and Onion Rings
Tenderloin and Onion Rings
Spicy Chicken Sandwich
Italian Steak Sandwich
Double Big Boy Burger
Hamburger with Bacon
Tenderloin Sandwich

“Love the zebra cones & tenderloins“

3.8 Good137 Reviews
First Watch Breakfast • $
19321 U.S. Hwy 40 L, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Biscuits and Gravy Dine in: Yes Takeout: Yes
New Spiked Lavender Lemonade
Farm Stand Breakfast Tacos
Pumpkin Pancake Breakfast
Avocado Toast with Eggs
Floridian French Toast
Hardwood Smoked Bacon
Elevated Egg Sandwich
Million Dollar Bacon
Tacos Al Pastor Hash

“Son and I love this place! There is no better Customer Service than this place! Rudy is the friendliest and most helpful gentleman you'll ever meet. We met Talia yesterday and her Service and smile was very welcoming. 😊 My son works nights and he loves the sandwiches, especially the new B.E.C. I jump on the hash with a couple over easy. The fruit juices and the million dollar bacon are rewards 😋 Thank you and see you next time! Sean Mulhall 😎“

4.6 Superb255 Reviews
The Big Biscuit Breakfast • $
16506 E US Hwy 40, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Full Order of Biscuits and Gravy Eggs over Easy Bacon and Potatoes
Biscuits and Gravy with Hash Brown
Chicken Fried Steak and Eggs
The Kitchen Sink Scram-Bowl
Ham and Cheese Omelette
Cinnamon Roll Pancakes
Chicken and Waffles
Breakfast Potatoes
French Toast Combo
Breakfast Burrito

“Danielle Kane was an amazing server top-notch thank you happy New Year 🙏🫶🤗“

4.5 Superb338 Reviews
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery Bakery • $$
3939 S Bolger Rd, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Everything Omelette with Hash Browns Toast and Bacon
Scrambled Egg Hash Browns & Toast
blt Sandwich with Tater Tots
Big Country Sunrise Skillet
Philly Cheese Steak Fries
Blueberry Mammoth Muffin
Granny's Country Omelet
Classic Eggs Benedict
The Breakfast Burger
Classic Cheeseburger

“I always have loved this place .“

4.4 Superb204 Reviews
Corner Cafe Independence Cafe • $
4215 S Little Blue Pkwy, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Scrambled Eggs Hash Browns and Chicken Fried Steak
Chicken Fried Chicken
Homemade Cinnamon Roll
Two Eggs Hash Browns
Homemade Onion Rings
Tenderloin Sandwich
Country Fried Steak
Chicken and Noodles
Biscuits and Gravy
Blackberry Cobbler

“They have the absolute best pork tenderloin sandwich you’ll ever eat“

4.3 Superb356 Reviews
Hereford House - Independence Steak House • $$$
19721 E Jackson Dr, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Brown Butter & Sage Pork Chops
Hot Rolls and Whipped Butter
Spinach & Artichoke Dip
Dark Chocolate Brownie
Country Fried Chicken
Bacon Cheddar Burger
Bone in Ribeye Steak
Hereford House Chili
Twice Baked Potato
Chicken Sandwich

“food and service and drinks were amazing. if we pass by here again we will definitely make this stop. thanks!“

4.2 Good403 Reviews
Captain D's Fast Food • $
1321 S Noland Rd, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Southern Style Whitefish
2 Piece Fish Meal for 2
Chicken Tenders Platter
Loaded Baked Potato
Giant Fish Sandwich
Catfish Feast Meal
Mozzarella Sticks
Jalapeno Poppers
Funnel Cake Stix
Corn on the Cob

“I only go thru the drive thru but every single time I do, the people are so NICE! And it doesn't matter who is running the window. This location is definitely not the "here's your crap" with a stoic face routine I seem to get everywhere else. Food always fresh and 🔥. Id give them 10 stars if l could!“

4.3 Superb124 Reviews
A Little BBQ Joint Barbecue • $
1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Thursday 4 Rib Plate with Choice of Two Sides
Burnt Ends Cheesy Corn and Baked Beans
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Hot Potato Salad
Brisket Sandwich
Brisket Chili
Brisket Melt
Bacon Chips
Slab of Ribs
BBQ Sauces

“Amazing BBQ. Great value. Large portions. Small town feel. Good service.“

4.2 Good231 Reviews
The Honey Baked Ham Company Deli • $
4528 S Noland Rd, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Assorted Delicious Cookies & Brownies
Roasted Tomato & Cheddar Sandwich
Smoked Turkey Classic Sandwich
Turkey Bacon Ranch Sandwich
Bone-In Ham & Turkey Duo
Chicken Salad Sandwich
Free Birthday Sandwich
Tavern Club Sandwich
Honey Baked Turkey
Southern Pecan Pie

“excellent ham also Hawaiian rolls beans for soup etc. great service 👏👏👏“

4.4 Superb82 Reviews
The Court House Exchange Pubs • $
113 W Lexington Ave, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Half Order of Fried Pickles
Mashed Potatoes and Gravy
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Cheese Burger with Fries
Chicken Fried Chicken
Buffalo Chicken Salad
Bacon Grilled Chèese
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Fried Steak
Mac - N - Brisket

“This place has a fun theme, and they execute it well in both the menu and decor.

The food is good. They have some unique options and we enjoyed everything we ate.

The place wasn’t busy but the service was a little slow. That being said they were very nice.“

4.2 Good190 Reviews
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and Brews Burgers • $
18810 E St #40, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Bottomless Fries with Campfire Sauce
Red Robin Gourmet Cheeseburger
Whiskey River BBQ Chicken Wrap
Jalapeno Heat Wave Burger
Royal Red Robin Burger
Mountain High Mudd Pie
Pig Out Tavern Double
Towering Onion Rings
Bacon Cheeseburger
Impossible Burger

“my family and I went to red robins in independence on mother's day 2023. our server Emily was great. but we love red robins and Emily made it even better“

4.1 Good304 Reviews
LongHorn Steakhouse Steak House • $$
17800 East 39th St S, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Steakhouse Mac & Cheese with Smoked Bacon and Four Creamy Cheeses Cal 610
Outlaw Ribeye with Brussel Sprouts and Loaded Sweet Potato
Steak and Lobster with Loaded Mashed Potatoes
Outlaw Ribeye Steak with Sweet Potatoes
6oz Flo's Filet with 4oz Lobster Tail
White Cheddar Stuffed Mushrooms
Side Salad w Ranch Dressing
Firecracker Chicken Wraps
Caesar Salad with Dressing
Maverick Ribeye Sandwich

“We went the Saturday before the Super Bowl, and it was fantastic. Service was quick and so kind; I unfortunately don't remember his name, but he gave my husband and I to go drinks without us asking. The food was delicious; we shared our two entrees and still left with food. Would highly recommend!“

4.1 Good303 Reviews
Saints Pub + Patio Independence Sports Bar • $
20220 E Jackson Dr, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Beer-Battered Fish and Chips
South Philly Cheese Steak
Pork Tenderloin Sandwich
Cajun Chicken Pasta
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Cobb Salad
Chicken Sandwich
Reuben Sandwich
1 2 Pound Nuggs
Giant Pretzels

“The best slidersI ever had in my life, they are phenomenal and some damn good onion rings nice and chrisp, topped with a perfect chocolate Martini. Nice clean kept place. Our waitress was really nice. She made sure that we were satisfied and taking care of 100%. Highly recommend coming here the only down fall was they don’t have espresso martinis 😓 other then that no complaints.“

3.8 Good169 Reviews
TEXAS TOM'S Fast Food • $
10690 E US Hwy 40, Independence

Customers` Favorites

Catfish Fillet 2 with Biscuit Fish Fillet 1
Italian Steak Sandwich
Seasoned Fries Large
Chicken Sandwich
Seafood Basket
Chicken Philly
Onion Rings
Tater Tots
Burrito
Taco

“Best Chicken in Liberty... no contest. Drive-Thru, or Dine-In. Huge menu for a small spot, Got a 4 piece Tender with Fries biscuit & BBQ sauce, and a 4 piece mixed bone-in with a biscuit.

Everything was HOT and freshly cooked, wait at drive thru was like 8/10 mins, but if you're wanting fresh fried chicken, that's perfect.

Will be going back to try the rest of the menu... really excited to try the Fried Catfish!“

3.5 Good59 Reviews

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