Food recs: Kansas City's best new restaurants
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Key Points:
- Kansas City's restaurant scene saw significant changes in 2025, with over 50 new openings and more than 60 closures, spanning a wide range of cuisines and dining experiences.
- Ritz Dasgupta highlighted standout new spots such as Nour’s for modern Lebanese dishes, Panchitas Mexican Food for vibrant Mexican fare, and Clementine’s Ice Cream for unique, chef-inspired flavors.
- Tyler Shane praised Anjin for its Japanese izakaya-style dining, BB Bánh Mì for its exceptional Vietnamese offerings including a convenient drive-thru, and Oil on Linen for its art-inspired menus inside the Kemper Museum.
- Jenny Vergara recommended Cru Bistro & Bottles for creative Brookside hospitality, Hank’s Garage & Grill for comforting bar
