Arthur Bryant's Barbeque

816-231-1123
1727 Brooklyn Ave
Kansas City, MO 64127
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Customer Reviews (67 reviews)

Guest G.

on Judys Book Jun 26, 2011
Loved the sandwich I had (more)

Wildcats

on Citysearch Mar 22, 2009
Was extremely disappointed with our visit. Cashier was rude, bus boy was friendly but wouldn't leave us alone, overpriced food, meat was fatty, sauce was horrible. Called the manager/owner today to share our... (more)

EATWHERE

on Citysearch Jan 05, 2009
Most unique BBQ in the world. Since 1970's I have eaten BBQ all over the USA with just one goal. Fine a place better then this one and after 30 plus years I still have to say, if I could only have just 1 place for the rest of my... (more)

kencitadel

on Citysearch Oct 29, 2008
If you want a BQ sand and are driving by, not a bad spot. I would rank it as very average. Meats are not memorable but tasty, BQ beans sub par Burnt Ends a KC tradition are just ok If you have time head to Jack Stack in... (more)

kencitadel

on Citysearch Oct 29, 2008
If you happen to be driving by, not a bad spot Nothing out of the ordinary or stimulating enough to say, let's come agian Turky sand ok, burnt ends were below standard. Pork and beef ok Neans ok... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Oct 06, 2008
Born and raised in K C. live in Nashville and miss Arthur Bryant's I always get mine without the sauce and put Gates sauce on it. Thats a good way to go, if you have not gotten used to the taste of the sauce. You have plenty... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Sep 18, 2008
Arthur Bryant's is the best BBQ I have ever tasted! Yes the decor is not even close to the lavish restaurants that you find on the Plaza but I think that is what makes it even better. When I think of BBQ I don't think of... (more)

SojaRinn

on Citysearch Jun 16, 2008
My wife and I split a whole slab of ribs and had gift certificate money left over for a bottle of sauce! We both gravitated toward the Rich & Spicy sauce (President's Choice) over the Original and Sweet Heat. The ribs... (more)

mashori

on Citysearch May 17, 2008
This is not a fancy joint, it's on a street with prett much no other stores around it. It's only a couple blocks away from the 18th and Vine Jazz scene which is nice. The place is quite honestly a little grungy but that's... (more)

dogsrox94

on Citysearch Apr 25, 2008
I live in Florida, but at least once a year me and my parents go to KC and eat at Arthur Bryant's. Obviously not just for it, but our trip is incomplete without it. My entire family besides immediate live in KC, and me and my... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Feb 04, 2008
Arthur Bryant's BBQ is the most frequent recommendation when someone wants barbecue. I thought it was good, but over-rated. You order at the counter like at a fast food place, then sit at drab tables in a room of boring... (more)

Citysearch User

on Citysearch Jan 24, 2008
Bryants has a Barbeque sauce that some may have to acquire a taste for, but it is one of my favorites. It is a bit gritty and has a good bite to it. The sauce is proudly displayed in 5 gallon water bottles in the West-facing... (more)

hickerhr

on Citysearch Jul 04, 2007
It was good atmosphere, exactly what you would expect for a bbq joint. But I wasn't that impressed with the BBQ itself. I especially didn't like the original bbq sauce. I much prefer Danny Edward's.... (more)

smillerd

on Citysearch Jun 03, 2007
Awesome awesome BBQ. I regularly drive 150 miles just to eat at AB's. Of course, 18th and Brooklyn is the only one to visit. The portions are absolutely ridiculous, you WILL be sick if you eat it all. I usually eat there... (more)

Tom G.

on Judys Book Nov 07, 2006
Very good food. I had a combo plate with a chicken hindquarter and pulled pork. The chicken was great, but the pork was absolutely awesome! Very tender and flavorful. I probably prefer the sauce from Gates BBQ, but... (more)

mangojasmine

on Citysearch Aug 25, 2006
hmmm, how can I convey my life long true love for arthur bryant's!? My tummy is getting grumbly just thinking about it. I go in and get my order to go. I'll get the burnt ends and fries which comes with the sweet sauce.... (more)

cwadro

on Citysearch Jul 05, 2006
One diner gets in line...The other gets a table - It's pure joy on Brooklyn Ave ...Whatever the size of the line...Just wait! You won't be sorry. Incredible Beef Brisket and Ribs.....Legitimate fresh cut fries, too.... (more)

treetop23

on Citysearch May 18, 2006
The sausage has changed in the last year, no longer like an italian style sausage, now some type of sliced sausage. I now have to go elsewhere when craving a bbq sausage sandwitch, The BBQ beef sandwich is still the best... (more)

jfranko007

on Citysearch Nov 07, 2005
This place takes the cake, or the sauce as it were. Of all the amazing barbeque joints in KC this is the best. Nothing except meat that has been smoked for ages, fries that induce a heart attack on sight and sauce that is... (more)

sactowoof

on Citysearch Oct 04, 2005
WOW! I have heard of barbeque my entire life but until I got to Arthur Bryant's I never knew what all the hype was about. The food was awesome! Great sauces..mouth watering generous portions of meat, and a relaxed... (more)

Katie T.

on Judys Book Sep 28, 2005
Kansas City BBQ is a must and Arthur Bryants makes BBQ with the best sauce ever! And the fries are perfect for sopping up the last drips. One of the most famous BBQ restaurants in Kansas City. Parking is street and easy to... (more)

texasmommy

on Citysearch Sep 20, 2005
What's with the gritty sausage and the grainy sauce? Very fun to visit though. (more)

leanderthal

on Citysearch Sep 09, 2005
i'm a native to KC, MO and i've been all over the U.S. and never found anything that can stand up to the excellent flavor that Bryants BBQ has to offer.. mayve it's the sauce or the old building where all the food has been... (more)

Tim F.

on Judys Book Aug 15, 2005
If you are unsure about what KC barbecue is suppose to taste like, than you need to go to Arthur Bryant's. If this is your first time going to an Arthur Bryant's, you must go to the one in downtown KCMO. They have a location... (more)

Jennie K.

on Judys Book Aug 12, 2005
No matter where you are in the KC area, it's worth the drive to downtown to eat at Arthur Bryant's. The meats are cooked to perfection in an old, well used smoker. The sauce is the perfect amount of spice and taste. You get... (more)

T H.

on Judys Book Aug 06, 2005
Arthur Bryant's is the best place for good meat that isn't masked by BBQ sauce. I had a pork sandwich that was exploding with sliced, tender meat. The fries are also fresh cut. Service is fast and plenty of places to sit.... (more)

Jonathan W.

on Judys Book Jul 19, 2005
Anyone who doesn't give this place 5 stars simply doesn't appreciate classic Kansas City BBQ. I'm a KC transplant, and this is the first place we go whenever guests are in town.The atmosphere is half the experience... (more)

ddruten

on Citysearch Jun 09, 2005
livingon reputation, even though the family is no longer around to uphold it- o.k. for a trip through memory lane and to enjoy the humongous order of fries- if you want real KC BBQ then head out to any of a dozen other... (more)

tedleeper

on Citysearch Jun 09, 2005
As a Kansas City native, I can honestly say that Author Bryants deservers to be at the top of any list of Kansas City's BBQ joints. The simple reasons that make Author Bryants famous are unchanged since its opening.... (more)

quiznant

on Citysearch Jun 05, 2005
Every KC barbeque review I've read has Arthur Bryant's at the top of the list and I will never understand why. I lived in KC for 27 years and ate at Bryant's once. If Bryant's isn't the worst barbeque in the country it has... (more)

jdog14

on Citysearch Feb 09, 2005
We heard such great things about the BBQ, but the meat was really fatty. The sauce is spicy, I prefer a sweet, smokey sauce. (more)

notdave

on Citysearch Oct 07, 2004
Bryant's rules BBQ, in KC or anywhere. Don't use a fork, you'll want to grab that big brisket sandwich, slather it will the original rot-gut sauce, and just let it flow til it drips off your elbows. Then mop it all up with... (more)

kcrocky

on Citysearch Jul 26, 2004
I grew up with Bryants and I love it. From the grease on the FF to huge beef sandwich! The sauce is one that you love or hate. I love it. With out a doubt one of the best BBQ joints in town.... (more)

thelma5970

on Citysearch Jul 06, 2004
We dropped in at midnight - the place was busy, great ambience, great food line - fries served from a heap on the counter with gloved hands. The sandwich was soooooo big - we finished it for breakfast the next day. Great... (more)

huckman12

on Citysearch Jun 28, 2004
We drive from St. Louis to get Arthur Bryants bar-b-q. If you do not get full with a sandwich and fries than you have a larger than usual appetite. I do only go there during the day as the neighborhood is not the best.... (more)

d_fens

on Citysearch Mar 27, 2004
Just a really really cool place. Unassuming and plain but great bar-b-q. I'm happy I took my time while riding my Harley Davidson from L.A. to Milwaukee to stop by. The news about the place had spread to Sweden.... (more)

Contributor

on Citysearch Mar 23, 2004
<b>The Scene</b><br>Arthur Bryant was headed for Texas when a stop in Kansas City changed both his life and barbecue history. His original restaurant in the 18th and Vine District retains its brusque,... (more)

feekre

on Citysearch Mar 21, 2004
Arthur Bryant's is THE pinnacle of BBQ mastery. Is that redundant? Well it's deserved. The food here is the reason you should make the drive from anywhere, but get a map if you're not from KC. Actually, I'm hesitant to... (more)

rickraglow

on Citysearch Jan 25, 2004
Bryants is the undisputed "King of BBQ" in KC - HOWEVER, not necessarily the best. I like their sauce and think it is the best but the meat is a bit fatty. If you have not been there (and you like BBQ joints) this place is a... (more)

gr8fulted

on Citysearch Nov 04, 2003
This could be the best barbecue around: KC has so many great choices. Still can't figure out what's in the sauce. Need a backpack to carry the sandwich & fries to-go. Ribs are nearly as good as Doug's in Stilwell KS.... (more)
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Recent Comments


Some of the best barbecue around. sooo good. (more)
diggler41, Apr 27, 2011

best baked beans in the universe!!!!! (more)
amybett, May 06, 2011

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