JJ's Restaurant

Name: JJ's Restaurant
Address: 4810 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO, United States, 64112
Telephone: (816) 561-7136
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.6

4.6

1806 Reviews

$31 to $50

American

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2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Good for special occasions
Great for fine wines
Neighbourhood gem

Contrary to popular belief, JJ's Restaurant is not named for popular owner Jimmy Frantzé. In 1985, Jimmy purchased JJ Malane's from his former business partner and the saloon's namesake. Malane's went away, but JJ's remained, and a West Plaza fine dining icon was born. Jimmy invested his enthusiasm and passion for exceptional contemporary American food, steaks and wine to build one of the finest restaurants in Kansas City just a block west of the Country Club Plaza. He helped create an environment that attracted and kept one of the most professional staffs in the region. He inspires so much loyalty that when the new JJ's reopened 18 months after a 2013 fateful fire, almost all of his staff re-joined him.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(816) 561-7136
Website
https://jjsrestaurantkc.com/?y_source=1_MjM1NTY1NjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Private party facilities
We have our Saber Room which seats from 6 - 18 guests. Booking times for the Saber Room are either 5pm or 8pm. For this room, we do 1 check with 20% gratuity. This check can be split up to 4 ways. For events larger than 18, please call us at 816-561-7136 to check availability!

Location
4810 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112
Neighbourhood
Plaza / Brookside
Cross Street
Roanoke Pkwy & W 48th St
Parking details
Complimentary parking is located in the garage of the Polsinelli Building, in which JJ's is on the lobby level. Entrance on east side of the Polsinelli Building off of Roanoke and on the west side of the Polsinelli Building off of Belleview.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Steamed Mussels**US$9.00
Steamed in white wine with leeks, shallots, curry, fresh thyme and cream.
PizzaUS$8.00
A thin crust recipe from a good friend in Chicago, which has a reputation all its own.
Crispy CalamariUS$8.00
Buttermilk battered, deep-fried calamari and cherry peppers, with grilled lemon and marinara.
Mini Boar TacosUS$7.00
Three crispy corn tortillas, with slow cooked wild boar, topped with jicama pico de gallo.

What 1,806 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.4Service
4.5Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Kansas City / Kansas
Great for fine wines
Kansas City, MO
Great for fine wines
Kansas City, MO
American

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

JJ's Restaurant in Kansas City offers a delightful dining experience with "excellent service and fabulous food." Guests rave about the "highly recommended" lobster and shrimp purses, a superb wine list, and attentive staff. Although some experiences vary, JJ's remains a cherished spot for celebrating special occasions and enjoying memorable meals.

1,806 Reviews

M
Michelle
VIP
Kansas City
13 reviews
2.0
13 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
JJ’s has gone down hill. The shrimp appetizer had 4 very small bacon wrapped shrimp that were overcooked. Crab cakes were mostly breading. Seafood bake was $50 for a saucer size plate of 2 small scallops, very small shrimp, more crab filling that was breading and a langostino. Small petite filet was 5 bites. The ahi tuna poke appetizer had very little tuna. Very disappointed.
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David
Kansas City
17 reviews
3.0
17 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Meatballs were served cold to the touch and I hate sending food back as you never k ow what happe so, I'll leave it there for those. Crabcakes shouldn't have panko as a crust but the onion soup was very good.
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Courtney
Kansas City
6 reviews
3.0
6 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
Poor service, very disappointing. Other than mashed potatoes that were lumpy, food was good, but service was a big distraction. Waiter had to be reminded that one person ordered the bread service, then brought one small basket that was never refilled or replaced. He asked only 3 of 4 diners if they wanted a 2d drink despite the 4th person's glass being empty. When that diner asked for a 2d drink, he said he would get it but never did. The diner pointed out the omission when entree plates were cleared, and he wanted to fetch it with dessert. He was then visibly annoyed that no one ordered dessert. Very poor service for a meal costing over $100 per person!
JJ's RestaurantResponded 1 day ago
Courtney, Please get in touch! I'd like the chance to make this right!
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Bryan
VIP
Hawaii
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always a great meal, service was impeccable. It was a great dining experience to have a holiday celebration with family!
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MPR1
VIP
Kansas City
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We’ve eaten at JJs many times over the past 35 years. Tonight it was the noisiest it’s ever been. Also, they’ve raised their prices and no longer allow you to pick from all their side dishes for your side with your main entree. It’s still the best steak in KC.
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Charles
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic, one of KC’s best dining experiences. 10/10
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T
St. Louis
15 reviews
5.0
15 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Meghan (with an H) was absolutely amazing, and so was Kennedy. Great food and experience. Our filets were some of the best we've ever had. Only one suggestion, work on the expresso martini, please.
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David
Kansas City
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
JJ’s is consistently great. Friendly and prompt service and a fabulous menu.
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Jack
VIP
Kansas City
11 reviews
2.0
11 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
The food as usual was fabulous. The waiter needs to retire - slow service and he was confused by our order .
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Margaret
VIP
Kansas City
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
always a fabulous food and dining experience and great service during busy holiday season
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FAQs

JJ's Restaurant offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (816) 561-7136.

JJ's Restaurant is rated 4.6 stars by 1806 OpenTable diners.

JJ's Restaurant does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Dec 24, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

4810 Roanoke Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112

Additional information

Cross Street
Roanoke Pkwy & W 48th St
Neighbourhood
Plaza / Brookside
Hours of Operation
Mon–Fri 11:00 am–3:00 pm Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri 5:00 pm–11:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
American, Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Complimentary parking is located in the garage of the Polsinelli Building, in which JJ's is on the lobby level. Entrance on east side of the Polsinelli Building off of Roanoke and on the west side of the Polsinelli Building off of Belleview.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://jjsrestaurantkc.com/?y_source=1_MjM1NTY1NjktODYwLWxvY2F0aW9uLndlYnNpdGU=
Phone number
(816) 561-7136
Private party facilities
We have our Saber Room which seats from 6 - 18 guests. Booking times for the Saber Room are either 5pm or 8pm. For this room, we do 1 check with 20% gratuity. This check can be split up to 4 ways. For events larger than 18, please call us at 816-561-7136 to check availability!

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JJ's Restaurant

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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Gift card

Popular dishes

Paco Shrimp

Tenderloin Burger

House Pasta

Menu

DRINKS

WellsUS$4.25

Boulevard DraftsUS$3.50

Wine of The DayUS$5.00

SNACKS

Steamed Mussels**US$9.00

PizzaUS$8.00

Crispy CalamariUS$8.00

Mini Boar TacosUS$7.00

What 1,806 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does JJ's Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is JJ's Restaurant restaurant rated?

Does JJ's Restaurant offer gift cards?

Is JJ's Restaurant currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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