Reviews

Overall Total Score
3.9 out of 5
Very good | 6555 reviews

What SK likes about Gates -b-q:
We stopped by this iconic BBQ spot in Kansas City after a Chiefs game and being my first time in KC, I really enjoyed the Q. BI got the Burnt Ends sandwich, baked beans, and potato salad. Talk about a sleeping pill, the sandwich had that smoke flavor all the way through and the beans had so much flavor as well. Potato salad was smooth and creamy. I asked for extra sauce, the hot version, more pickles and it was delic... View all feedback. What Travis B doesn't like about Gates -b-q:
Very rude people. I have been to a lot of gates locations in this city. This one has to be the nastiest one so far. Of course I'm not the right color here for sure. They play favors to other blacks here. The food was dry and not good at all. Fly traps up everywhere and full. Wallpaper peeling off the wall. Very dirty place.34.00 for sausage on bread, beans , orings,and a soda. Won't ever be back to this location. Had... View all feedback.

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Google
4.1 ★ from 4739 reviews
Sarah
18.02.2024 - 15:22

Best Kansas City BBQ! Mixed Plate or nooner are the way to go! This location holds history. Regular for life!

HeEstado
18.02.2024 - 15:22

At 9pm, I was longing for a mixed plate. It was snowing hard . Most of the restaurants closed at 10pm. I was no where near any of them. Luckily this restaurant...

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Cheri
18.02.2024 - 15:22

The service at the counter was a bit chaotic and slow, but I think that was partly because of the customer ahead of us. The dining room service was excellent, t...

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Mike
18.02.2024 - 15:22

Very delicious brisket sandwich. Might be better if it was just brisket alone for the weight watching of us. But like the friendliness. Paseo Blvd and Cleaver I...

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Anneasyka
18.02.2024 - 15:22

I used to work at the very location I ate at today. The dining room attendant didn't seem to want to get my friend a straw. It seems super insignificant to some...

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Aggregated
4.6 ★ from 9 reviews
SK
30.07.2023 - 06:10

We stopped by this iconic BBQ spot in Kansas City after a Chiefs game and being my first time in KC, I really enjoyed the Q. BI got the Burnt Ends sandwich, bak...

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Anna
30.07.2023 - 06:10

Famous barbecue for a reason! The burnt end sandwich was lightly shredded to make it easy to eat and served on a soft tasty bun. The brisket was thinly sliced,...

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SS
30.07.2023 - 06:10

Delicious food! We were not aware it was cafeteria style serving and they are yelling as soon as you come in. Pay attention. Not the friendliest to newbies, but...

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Denise
30.07.2023 - 06:10

So I finally had an opportunity to try Gates. The barbecue is really good with and without sauce. I had the Nooner special. It's a lot of food for such a small...

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Chris
30.07.2023 - 06:10

You see all those positive reviews about some true KC bbq, better believe they are all true. I saw some folks say that they were greeted rudely, but honestly, I...

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Yelp
3.5 ★ from 320 reviews
Jeff
11.11.2023 - 20:19

As soon as I walked in I was greeted by the extremely friendly shift manager. They took my order and I was served right away. The food was delicious as...

Shane
11.11.2023 - 20:19

Wow--fantastic! Absolutely delicious food and friendly service in an amazing and unique environment. Loved it. The pitcher of KC Bier was only $9.50 and...

Kai
11.11.2023 - 20:19

We stopped by gates while on our last night before continuing on with a cross country trip. Craving bbq, we looked around and this seemed pretty great, so...

Sirved
4.1 ★ from 5 reviews
Ms
15.09.2023 - 07:49

Was an amazing first time experience. The service by 2 ladies was amazing as well, very kind and helpful. I believe one worker was new, so ordering some of the...

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Metroguide
2.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Clark
22.10.2023 - 01:16

There is a quaint KC tradition of stopping by Gates on your way to a Royals game. I think that is an appropriate pairing. Gates batting well below 250 and almos...

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Tripadvisor
3.6 ★ from 178 reviews
Diningguide
3.0 ★ from 1 reviews
Gastroranking-us
3.6 ★ from 2180 reviews

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