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Jack Stack BBQ

Located in the Crossroads Arts District and Country Club Plaza . Started by Russ Fiorella in 1957, Jack Stack began as a traditional storefront barbecue. Jack Fiorella, the eldest son, worked with the father until 1974 when he decided to branch off and start Fiorella’s Jack Stack of Martin City. To stand out in the competitive Kansas City barbecue scene of the mid-1970s, Jack and his wife, Delores, began cooking gourmet meats over hickory wood & created the most extensive barbecue menu in the country.
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Arthur Bryant's BBQ

Barbecue so good that even presidents eat here! The original location on the east side has been graced by the likes of Harry Truman, Jimmy Carter, and even director Steven Spielberg. Come prepared for a long line out the door at lunch hour! But it’s worth it to try blackened bits of a slow-roasted brisket or the best-pulled pork sandwich complemented by their classic, tangy sauce.

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Joe’s Kansas City BBQ

Formerly Oklahoma Joe’s, Joe’s Kansas City barbecue has been a staple in the Kansas City barbecue scene since 1996. Anthony Bourdain has named this wildly popular barbecue destination inside an old gas station, 'One of Thirteen Places to Eat Before You Die.'
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Char Bar

A barbecue joint where their most popular dish is meatless. Now that’s an oxymoron if I’ve ever heard one! The “JackKnife” is famous for its jackfruit sandwich, which can become a vegan-friendly version of pulled pork in the deft hands of the Char Bar chefs. But fear not, meat lovers. Char Bar’s method of low and slow cooking and their award-winning sauces can make your favorite BBQ dishes as tender and perfect as you’ve ever seen them done.

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Q39

A newcomer on the ‘cue scene, Q39 is known for going above and beyond what people consider to be ordinary barbecue. A legendary Black Angus beef brisket, smoked salmon, house-made sausage, and fresh apple coleslaw are a few of their offerings, some are even award-winning! Their barbecue is accompanied by a wood-fired grill, and that element can make all the difference in the way Q39 prepares its fineries. A rustic-modern vibe, a patio with a view, and big tables make it feel like you’re with family every time you visit.

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B.B.'s Lawnside BBQ

Barbecue, beer, and blues. This downtown joint is a hotspot for fall-off-the-bone ribs and fun live entertainment. Sit down and enjoy some live blues music while you eat (very large) portions of ribs prepared in a smoker from the ’50s, baked beans, and all the deep-fried goodness you can handle.