East Side
Home to a rich tapestry of deep-rooted community spaces and multi-generational heritage, the East Side defines KC’s authentic character with world-class, old-school barbecue pits and legendary soul food sanctuaries.
LC’s Bar-B-Q
Located just a short drive down Blue Parkway from Arrowhead Stadium, LC’s Bar-B-Q is an indispensable cornerstone of the local food scene. Founded by the late, legendary L.C. Richardson, this no-frills, counter-service sanctuary is world-famous for its massive, juice-dripping beef burnt ends, giant smoke-stained pit box, and incredibly robust, rich barbecue sauce.
Arthur Bryant’s Barbeque
Widely regarded as the definitive birthplace of Kansas City’s modern barbecue identity, Arthur Bryant’s Barbeque has played host to presidents, royalty, and generations of working locals. Operating from its legendary brick outpost on Brooklyn Avenue, this culinary institution serves up massive, stacked sandwiches on plain white bread, slathered in their world-famous, tart, and aggressively textured original sauce.
18th & Vine Jazz District
Celebrated globally as a cradle of jazz history, the historic 18th & Vine District seamlessly pairs world-class cultural museums and legendary barbecue heritage with vibrant, late-night jam sessions.
East Bottoms
Tucked beneath the bluffs, the East Bottoms blends Kansas City’s raw industrial heritage with a spirited modern revival centered around historic whiskey distilleries and legendary live music venues.