Currently in the middle of a housing boom, Brookside is one of the most charming neighborhoods in Kansas City. Perhaps one of its greatest attributes is the lineup of Brookside Kansas City restaurants — ranging from authentic French cuisines to classic bar food — which draws in locals and tourists alike. Whether you’re in the mood for something casual, something fancy, or something somewhere in between, the restaurants in Brookside Kansas City are sure to have everything you want and more.
If you’re looking for a brunch spot with your friends:
Thanks to the quaint atmosphere, the Brookside Kansas City restaurants are amongst the favorite picks for brunch in the city. Whether you’re meeting up with friends or riding solo, any of these restaurants in Brookside MO is sure to be a hit.
Aixois Bistro
While Kansas City has many attractions, those unfortunately do not include the Louvre or the Eiffel Tower. But don’t let that fool you into thinking you can’t enjoy the classic French bistro dining experience right here amongst the Brookside KC restaurants. Aixois features both an outdoor patio and an intimate dining room, and the breakfast menu is as Parisian as it gets in the Midwest, whether you’re craving crepes or smoked salmon.
Heirloom Bakery and Hearth
Good luck stopping into Heirloom and not going way overboard on your carb intake for the day. From biscuits to muffins to sandwiches to pies and pastries and more, the hardest decision of your day will be choosing where to start on their menu. Oh, and they use locally sourced ingredients as much as possible.
If you’re hoping to watch the game:
Kansas City is home to a plethora of sports teams, and picking the right spot to watch a game is paramount to the experience. Luckily, the Brookside restaurants KC provide plenty of options:
Charlie Hooper’s
It’s hard to tell what the biggest draw to Charlie Hooper’s is — the extensive list of beers on taps, the charming outdoor patio, or the casual indoor seating that lends itself to cheering on the area teams.
Brooksider
With 50 HD TVs, there’s no better place to watch your favorite team take the W. Specials and happy hour prices will have you reminiscing on your days in your college town, all nestled in amongst the rest of the Brookside Kansas City restaurants.
If you’re looking for a spot to take a dinner date:
These Brookside Kansas City restaurants are the perfect place to hang out for the evening, whether you’re looking for an intimate setting or something less casual. No matter what mood you’re in, you’re sure to find a restaurant that caters to your craving:
Jalapeno’s
With its infamous jalapeno dip, its margaritas, and its daily made-fresh salsa, Jalapeno’s is the perfect place to meet up with a group of friends after work. It’s tempting to find your favorite thing on the menu and stick to it time and time again, but with a menu this extensive, we encourage you to try it all!
Red Door Grill
One of our favorite aspects of Red Door Grill is that it’s the perfect venue for whatever you’ve got going on — date night, happy hour with friends, a business meeting. With weekly specials including $5 burger Mondays and fried chicken Thursdays, you can plan your week around what Red Door has going on. Of course, with an extensive menu and happy hours daily, there’s never a bad time to swing by this Brookside, MO restaurant.
Brookside Barrio
Two words for you: “street tacos.” This taqueria-style restaurant specializes in street tacos and other authentic Mexican cuisines, making it the perfect place to stop in and have a casual meal with friends. It can be tempting to stick with margaritas at Mexican restaurants, but we encourage you to check out their cocktails, such as the “Patron Tiki,” as well.
Michael Forbes Bar and Grill
An old family favorite, Michael Forbes Bar and Grill has been serving homemade entrees to Kansas City for more than 30 years. From fried chicken to meatloaf, the timeless entrees will have your family feeling right at home — except you won’t have to do any of the cooking.
More Brookside Kansas City Restaurants
Didn’t see what you’re looking for? Have no fear; these restaurants in Brookside MO have even more to offer: