My roommate suggested we go to Westside Local for their grilled cheese. I didn’t know how to feel about it. I’ve never gone to a restaurant solely for a grilled cheese sandwich. First time for everything, right? WOAH! I was not expecting that! The grilled cheese is AMAZING! Brie, emmentaler and white cheddar on fresh baked sourdough bread with a small portion of tomato-fennel soup, just the right size for dipping. Let me break it down for you: The bread was soft enough to sleep on with a slight crunch for the skillet. The cheese was ooey and gooey, as it should be. The It might sound crazy to order a grilled cheese sandwich as an adult, but just do it. You’d be happy you did.
Shane W.
Tu valoración: 5 Kansas City, MO
If cozy spaces with great food, a full bars and impressive beer lists aren’t your thing, maybe you’re the only person that wouldn’t enjoy The Westside Local. With a menu that has something for everyone, great drinks, lot’s of indoor and outdoor seating, and responsive service, The Westside Local should be a favorite of everyone. My go-to meal is the sweet potato quinoa burger which comes on a vegan Farm To Market bun, and covered with either cheese or a new beet hummus for a completely vegan and completely delicious burger. Impressive non-vegan options take up the majority of the menu though — from a pan-seared salmon to grass fed steak, there’s more than one option for every appetite.
Rachel E.
Tu valoración: 5 Kansas City, MO
Westside Local has plenty of reviews, so I’m not going to bore you with the details. This place is legit. Legit as in awesome service. Legit as in delicious food. Just really frickin’ legit. Go. Dance. Skip. Hop. Whatever. Just go.
Nyla K.
Tu valoración: 4 Kansas City, MO
We thought we would try something different with this months dinner club and do a bunch. Little did we know brunch is only served on Sunday’s! We were pretty disappointed but we couldn’t just up and leave so we just stayed and had lunch. It was everyone’s first time here and some of us were a bit thrown off by the prices of each dish but as soon as we got our food it all made sense. I had the summit burger with the soup of the day(spicy pork soup) and although the burger was average the soup was very good. Had nice flavor that had a somewhat Asian twist to it. My boyfriend had the grilled cheese sandwich with ham and it was huge! And it sure didn’t lack taste. It was served on Texas toast and was the best grilled cheese I’ve ever had. It came with a side of fries and soup. I was a bit jealous of it and wished I would have ordered it. The thing with dinner club is being able to sample the other dishes from everyone else. My next fave was the Mac n cheese with chicken. Again the portion was huge and so good. I think next time I’ll ask for a side of it. I tasted the bangers and mash as well and although the gravy was a bit bland the sausage really reminded me of a Laotian sausage that my mom used to make. However, I would stay clear of that, not because it reminded me of my moms cooking but because of the bland gravy ;). Also the place is really cute tucked away in a residential area. I don’t remember what the area is called but really cute place. Very hipster!
Marisa B.
Tu valoración: 5 Kansas City, MO
Delicious, fresh farm to table food. Some of it from the adorable garden that you can view if you choose to sit outside. This is a go to spot for me because I feel safe eating here with my dietary restrictions. There are items clearly marked on the menu, as to what can be modified. But the fact that I have always been able to communicate with my server, and the kitchen in regards to any additional questions or restrictions I might have keeps me coming back. For those who may be needing to eat gluten free, dairy free, vegan, or vegetarian, I personally feel that the Westside Local can accommodate you. They have a solid, seasonal menu with a decent variety of options and price points. The bar menu is just as solid. You could have a lovely date here in the dining room, or a casual meet up with friends outside, or in the bar nook area. If you are not that hungry, try out the rotating localities, which start at $ 2.50. You can order one to add to your dish, or mix and match, building your own appetizer plate. I have been known to order one of everything in my realm of allowed foods, and build that plate as my meal itself. We have yet to be disappointed when dining here. Another thing that I like with the menu they have offered thus far, is the options for size portions on the salads. And they are always generous, even with the smaller portion. Overall, it is a solid choice for dining in Kansas City. And with it being in one of my favorite neighborhoods, it’s a destination spot as well.
Daphne L.
Bensalem, PA
When there’s unlimited dining choices, it doesn’t hurt to take a few minutes to browse your options. Today, my ‘googling’ took me to Westside Local. Do you know that they idealize the farm-to-table dining experience? Fresh ingredients from local farms? Count me in. Listed as an eclectic restaurant, I can see why after looking at the menu. I’m not ambitious or creative enough to make any of these dishes at home. What is emmentaler? Escabeche coulis? Cassoulet? More googling… Anyway, so I ordered the sweet potato quinoa burger with hummus instead of cheese. Jalapeño is one of the ingredients but trust me, there was not even a hint of spice. Overall, it was a good burger. Filled me up. But it was one of those ‘you only try once’ dish, not good enough to eat again and again. However, those fries dipped in garlic aoili was an entirely different story! Golden crispy and perfectly seasoned. I also got a bite of my sister’s kale chicken wrap. While it was good, I think the kale overwhelmed everything else in the wrap. Our server gave us great service. I was undecided about which white wine to order so she let me taste test. I love it when they let me do that! Until next time!