The Best Burger in Kansas City is NOT What You Think | Skip the Fast Food

[@Killafiend]

You should try Tays Burgers up North on Armour Road

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve seen one of those farther south too and debated on trying them out. You say it’s worth it?

[@Killafiend]

@@destinationdebrief I think its worth a visit. The one South is closed I believe. Also the fries are pretty good too

[@Cyverion]

Best burger in KC imo

[@jefflucas7345]

Tay’s is a great burger. NKC location is great. Also upgrade fries to the chili cheese. You’ll thank me later 😊

[@donchaney3]

@@destinationdebrief they’re meat is 80/20 grass fed and grass finished beef which shine through in the flavors!

[@markinstlouis]

I don't live in the KC area, but while on a trip there a few years back went to BRGR. Had some great burgers there.

[@destinationdebrief]

I was there not long after they opened and thought they were okay. But I’ve not been there in many years. I should probably try it again.

[@joe8513]

Couple more recommendations: Paul's Drive In in south KC Humdinger's on 9th and Prospect - especially for the onion rings. Winsteads is another KC legacy that's still holding their own. Grandstand Burgers in Merriam

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendations! I actually tried to get Grandstand last week and the minimal parking was packed. I’ll try again soon.

[@cubbance]

Winsteads will always be near and dear to my heart. Plus, you can get a banana split there too, so what's not to love?

[@MrDigit_]

Seeing a small KZbin channel on our Fyp is Amazing, keep up the great work brotha ❤

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks!

[@ricgallaway9741]

Cosmo Burger also has a location in the Lenexa Public Market, kids welcome

[@destinationdebrief]

Very true. Their hours didn’t work for me at the time though. But good call out!

[@Fattboie]

Grandstand in Merriam makes a good burger, but I'd go burtend burger from Q39 as my favorite burger in the KC area.

[@destinationdebrief]

Yeah, I like Q39 too. I tried to stick to traditional ground beef burgers for this though. Otherwise, I'd have sooo much I'd have to eat lol.

[@ksadynamics]

Grandstand is a hidden gem. Their burgers are fantastic.

[@thomaszawaski7262]

Try Hayes burgers. They are amazing. Cash only

[@destinationdebrief]

I've added to my list!

[@mikes7405]

about 20 minutes SE of Lees Summit is a place called Fuglys. The Fugly burger is best burger in KC area. What they're really known for tho is the steaks! gotta get there before 630 or you sit and wait forever

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ll have to look them up.

[@DanLenihan]

If you haven't, you should really try the bacon cheddar cheeseburger at the Walsh's Corner Cocktail. They use a Wisconsin Cheddar Cheese spread that and they patty the burgers up daily. Get the rings for a side. If you live in KC, it should be in your top 5 easily.

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@johnwooldridge1860]

The best burger in Kansas or Missouri was Paul's on Osage off 7th st in KC Kansas #1 Cheese Bruger Basket. Paul's on Blueridge in the Ruskin area not related to Paul's on Osage. Or High Boys in Independence. From a truck drivers review. (P.S) Paul's on Osage closed as far as I know.

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for sharing!!

[@CapnRiggs2k5]

You must have gone to Westport Flea Market on an off day. Usually when i go, it hot, fresh, seasoned well, big and juicy. Ill definitely have to hit up that Cosmo Burger though. That looked 🔥

[@destinationdebrief]

Sadly, this video was my third attempt over a few years and I didn’t care for them either time. However, I could just have really bad luck lol.

[@tjgnkc]

Agree. And I’ve never had to go to another register to get my drink at Westport Flea market. They have an ATM in the restaurant to get cash. Usually you go in, order and pay for food at the cashier next to kitchen then find your own table, someone will be by to take your drink order and you pay the waiter/ waitress. I have had Cosmo burgers and yep, they are just nearly perfect with a bit of crunchy burger edges.

[@ThaRealRizzo]

You have to give Burn Theory in Lee’s Summit a try. Went there just to try something new and was pretty blown away. They also have their own brewery in there, and the guys that run it are like mad scientists when it comes to making beer flavor profiles that mesh like magic.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve never even heard of that one. I’ll have to check it out. Thanks!

[@jaybos1114]

I really like the Snack Shack off of Johnson Drive. The Downtowner burger is really good.

[@destinationdebrief]

That used to be a Town Topic funnily enough. I’ve not been since it changed to Snack Shack. I might have to give it a try.

[@davidberry777]

It’s good food. Across the street is The Bar. I like their Pub Burger better.

[@adamshaull]

This

[@davidberry777]

Go to “The Bar” on Johnson Drive in Mission, KS. Get the Pub Burger with your choice of cheese. My wife gets the fries. I always get tater tots. Such an AMAZING hamburger.

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@hiroshima3583]

Well it would have been Paul's drive in or Eaton's but those are both closed and pretty close to each other. I'd say next would be town topic

[@destinationdebrief]

Town Topic is great.

[@MrKbroyles]

@@hiroshima3583 eatons is gone But it’s quickies now. And it’s pretty good!

[@santigandolfo4056]

Can’t believe you didn’t eat at snack shack!!! My favorite burger and they just moved locations but over in Overland Park I’d stop and order at the window and it was an amazing smash burgwe

[@destinationdebrief]

Stay tuned, my friend. Stay tuned 😎

[@vanlifeonthego6684]

Supposedly Eric Stonestreet agrees with you, for what it's worth

[@destinationdebrief]

@@vanlifeonthego6684 Wow. I know he’s from here, so that’s cool.

[@WilliamJacob-t2b]

thanks for making this video. love a good Burger. The Bubba Lew in Waldo is also a great burger. looks like Burg and Barrel, but they use the spread on Chicago cheese that I love.

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for watching! I too love a good burger. It's probably the food I eat the most.

[@chuckHart70]

Town Topic IMO is by far the best the burger melts in our mouth... But Flea Market is also a great burger, its thicker and its delicious. Tay's is not a classic place but its legit. Hayes also a good burger. Town Topic is the Sistine Chapel though...

[@destinationdebrief]

I too really enjoy Town Topic. And stay tuned for more on Tay's!

[@cdfreester]

Grandstand Burger in Merriam is my favorite local spot and it's fairly close to me, but I've also heard Big Burger on Vivion Rd in KC, MO is very good.

[@destinationdebrief]

I tried to get Grandstand before and it was too busy at the time. My mistake for going right around lunch. I plan to try again though.

[@donhuff3795]

Burger State and Max's both on Wornall about a mile apart have a very good burgers.

[@destinationdebrief]

I might have to try Burger State.

[@wayneclark6774]

@@destinationdebriefinfidel! Yes you should but Westport was a good choice!

[@BigKs_Que]

Snack Shack is my personal favorite. Pricey but really good. Street food is best in KC. 18th & central… now before 8pm

[@BigKs_Que]

Tays is good and fresh too!

[@destinationdebrief]

Snack Shack on Johnson Drive? I used to go there when it was a Town Topic. I haven’t been to that location since it changed. I might have to try it.

[@Claybadger-wqiyu]

Hands down Max’s Burgers and Gyros on Wornell. I drive from Lawrence to get them. 💜

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ll have to add them to my list of places to try. You think Max’s is good enough to take over my top spot?

[@Claybadger-wqiyu]

@@destinationdebrief definitely. I tried Hiboy also - didn’t like, but another KC burger joint to try. I recommend Max’s to everyone. Max has kinda of like the grumpy soup guy from Sienfeild , I’ve been going there since 2005 - he is s kinda warming up to me - lol!

[@destinationdebrief]

@@Claybadger-wqiyu I’ll definitely check into Max’s!

[@Claybadger-wqiyu]

@@destinationdebrief look forward to it! 💜

[@destinationdebrief]

@@Claybadger-wqiyuI think you’ll like the video coming this Saturday 😁

[@TonyHarlan]

I guess there's some truck in a parking lot in Gardner that makes the best burger in Kansas. Something Tokyo sushi hibachi something. I guess they get 25 lb of beef every morning ground up, probably chuck, brisket, short rib. Once they run out of meat, there's no more burgers for the rest of the day.

[@destinationdebrief]

Tokyo Hibachi, Sushi and Burgers?

[@TonyHarlan]

@@destinationdebrief That's it. I've been once, took my daughter. We both got hibachi as it was what was recommended by the guy at the counter. I will honestly say it's the best hibachi I've had anywhere in the midwest and I got so much. I had enough for an entire meal the next day. But I can't stop thinking about those burgers and how badly I want to try them.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ll have to check that out.

[@fredgrebner526]

Cuz their Japanese food sucks

[@joewks08]

There is also. Cosmo’s in Lenexa! You did a best KC burger video and left out Tay’s?? It’s the best!!

[@destinationdebrief]

Sounds like you might enjoy my Tay’s vs Snack Shack video 😁

[@ThisIsTruep416]

You really should've gone to LC's in North Kansas City.

[@destinationdebrief]

I actually don’t know LC’s. That good huh?

[@ThisIsTruep416]

@@destinationdebrief Yes, they have excellent choices and they have a burger joint kind of vibe. They're right off I29 near Barry Rd.

[@DeeCasa-t6t]

@@destinationdebriefmeh? Its like steak and shake.

[@destinationdebrief]

@@DeeCasa-t6t Really? That’s discouraging.

[@Fattboie]

The chicken sandwich is what to at LCs.

[@sashaandscottfischer8392]

Brisket smash burger from Meat Mitch at 95th and Mission. It's currently sitting in my top spot for best burger in town

[@destinationdebrief]

@sashaandscottfischer8392 I too think that the Brisket Burger at Meat Mitch is great. I stuck to traditional ground beef burgers for this video though to avoid going to wide on my options lol.

[@jonathanbraswell6179]

YOu should get a double bacon cheese burger from Blazers in Garder Kansas! GIve it a try!

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ll have to check that out!

[@StrongArmEntertainment]

That might be better for me. I'm in op. Burg n bleh wasn't good

[@jimfred6247]

What about Hayes Hamburgers and Chili

[@destinationdebrief]

I'm always up for recommendations!

[@peterwinstonaldredge6927]

J E F F R E Y. I bet you get your name spelled incorrectly all the time. Your credit reports must be a mess! LOL! Can't wait to check out Cosmo burgers. Thanks for doing these videos.

[@destinationdebrief]

It does and you’re welcome. I hope you like it!

[@MrKbroyles]

It’s all good. Best was Louie burger from king Louie bowling alleys.

[@destinationdebrief]

@MrKbroyles I do miss King Louie.

[@adamshaull]

You left out snack shack on Santa Fe, which is the best burger in KC

[@destinationdebrief]

I visit the Snack Shack in one of my other videos and face it off against Tay’s Burger Shack.

[@seaneboy1155]

LCs burger in North KC has a great one too.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve had a few people mention LC’s. I might have to check them out.

[@cyndistephens4333]

@@destinationdebriefBest burger in KC hands down!!!

[@kelsocox2067]

You have to try Dannys Burger on North Oak, my personal top rated, and second is Tays Burgers in North Kansas City.

[@destinationdebrief]

I've had a couple mentions of Danny's and several about Tays. Looks like I got some more places to try! Thanks for the recommendations.

[@austinwest6710]

You have to try the burger from Atomic Cowboy. They are amazing. Location in kcmo and Overland Park.

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the tip!

[@petey2853]

None of these places can even touch grandstands in Merriam

[@mikkhy12]

Hi-Boy!

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@timweber7165]

You didn't go to the snack shack on Johnson Dr.

[@destinationdebrief]

You are correct. Stay tuned. 😁

[@timweber7165]

@@destinationdebrief in my opinion one of the best burgers in Kansas City

[@billcox9305]

Dude I personally agree with you. I went there twice. The greasiest burger I have ever had. I was told and they proclaimed burgers are fresh, bull. I watched the cooks pull frozen patties out of a box. Which is no different than any other restaurant. They suck.

[@destinationdebrief]

Where did you see the box of frozen burgers?

[@billcox9305]

@@destinationdebrief they were taking the burgers out of it. The box was being held in asthma and leaning on grill at the same time.

[@billcox9305]

Arms not asthma

[@destinationdebrief]

@@billcox9305 Sorry, I read your first post wrong. You mean at Westport Flea Market, right?

[@zebrajenks]

try tuckers oklahoma fried onion burger in OKC at the NW23rd uptown location the original and get a double cheese with onions

[@destinationdebrief]

Is that your favorite in OKC? I was debating on a future weekend trip there.

[@zebrajenks]

Definitely my favorite burger and one of the best I've had in my life.@@destinationdebrief

[@zebrajenks]

so many good burger places in the OKC metro

[@destinationdebrief]

Anything else you’d recommend to do if we make it to OKC?

[@zebrajenks]

Hall's Pizza Kitchen, Empire Slice House on NW16th Ave, Cafe Kacao or Cafe Antigua, Harvery Bakery & Kitchen, Hatch Early Mood food, Neighborhood Jam, Goro or Tamashii Ramen, Ma Der Laotian restaurant, Frida Southwest, El Coyote, 30th St Market, Edge Craft BBQ (central texas craft bbq and the best in the state), The Mule, The Jones Assembly (amazing place, one of the best in the entire metro), Nahbird hot chicken, Stitch cafe, Cajun Corner, Hunny Bunny Biscuit Co., Fassler Hall, Bar Arbolada (double cheese burger), So many good spots especially in these districts Paseo Arts district, The Plaza, Automobile Alley, Deep Deuce, West Village, Asian district, Western Ave District, Uptown 23rd, Midtown, Farmers Market, Scissortail (lots of food trucks, there are two food halls The Collective and The Parlor and a bunch I can't think of as well.@@destinationdebrief

[@Meo_lili]

I can't believe no one said The Big Red Food Truck on Nolan Road!!! We drive from OP to get their burgers fries and tots!!!

[@destinationdebrief]

Is that fairly new? Seems like it might only be a year or so old from what I can find online.

[@TheJacketPride]

The Russell has one of the best burgers I’ve ever had.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’d never heard of The Russell. Thanks for the recommendation!

[@JordanValencia-ms9yp]

Town topic has some pretty good burgers

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve always enjoyed them.

[@JordanValencia-ms9yp]

@@destinationdebrief me and my wife live out of state and when we travel a few time a year to Kansas City we always want bbq when we get there but it’s late so we found this place and it’s 24 hours .

[@seandoran5589]

Gotta try Hayes, Danny’s, and Tay’s

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve got another video with Tay’s you should check out. I’ll have to look into Hayes and Danny’s though. Thanks!

[@micahtrayford762]

Mannys mexican restrant has a very good burger...fresh not frozen and seasoned

[@destinationdebrief]

I wouldn’t have thought to look for a burger at a Mexican restaurant. Thanks!

[@krtodd1]

The best burger in Kansas City is the breakfast burger at the Green Room.

[@destinationdebrief]

That sounds interesting.

[@elche3044]

Don’t Risk it buddy, just go to Culver’s always delicious

[@destinationdebrief]

Not a big Culver’s fan myself.

[@vanlifeonthego6684]

DITTO that one dude This guy says he's not a fan, to each his own but I'd had burgers all over KC, and elsewhere and it's hard to beat a Dbl Cheese from Culvers. Including In N Out as well. Plus, they're clean and normally great service. Need to get a Dbl cheese though, the single just isn't quite the same for some reason. Great onion rings too. Had to laugh when the Whataburger opened in Lees Summit with crazy long lines, and Culvers across the street with normal lines. Now when you read reviews of that Whataburger it's pretty bad, the chain is vastly over-rated.

[@vanlifeonthego6684]

@@destinationdebrief Are you serious? I've eaten at Culvers for over 30 years and I'd rather have one than In N Out or any chain. Town topic is good, so is The Lunchbox and a couple other places. Not liking Culvers tells me I shouldn't take any of your burger recommendation seriously, sorry to say.

[@destinationdebrief]

@@vanlifeonthego6684 I really don’t like Whataburger lol.

[@destinationdebrief]

@@vanlifeonthego6684 I don’t enjoy a lot of fast-food chains. But that’s just me. I can respect if you have a different opinion on Culver’s.

[@mkc1rrc]

BRGR - order the steakhouse burger. you're welcome.

[@destinationdebrief]

I actually had BRGR years ago and was not that impressed. However, I don't believe it was the steakhouse burger that I ordered. So, it's possible that what I ordered was the issue?

[@mkc1rrc]

@ yep, the steakhouse burger is above and beyond their others. Wagyu beef, garlic and thyme mushrooms, arugula, aioli, etc

[@destinationdebrief]

@@mkc1rrc That might be worth me giving BRGR a second chance.

[@seaneboy1155]

I love cash only!!

[@destinationdebrief]

💵💰💵💰

[@pjdrummer1984]

Atomic cowboy has a great cheesy burger.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve heard good things about Atomic Cowboy.

[@kyledeckman9128]

Its tays burger shack or bust

[@destinationdebrief]

A few others have mentioned Tays to me as well!

[@conceptchannel1112]

Town topic is Our Worst example of a Burger....................................................................................................................................

[@destinationdebrief]

What is your favorite?

[@LVBYRINTH_SOUND]

Atomic Cowboy/Fat Sully’s has the best burger imo

[@destinationdebrief]

A few people have mentioned those. I might have to give them a try.

[@Man-vs-Metal]

If you want BBQ then you go to BBQ joint. The best burgers in KC are Five Guys. Fast food isnt better. Sit down places dont have a better burger and fries.

[@destinationdebrief]

I also enjoy Five Guys, but I try to focus on locally-owned spots. Since Five Guys is a National chain restaurant, they don’t fit the criteria.

[@Man-vs-Metal]

@@destinationdebrief It's cool that you highlight the smaller joints that people wouldn't know about.

[@destinationdebrief]

@@Man-vs-Metal Thanks!

[@showme....6043]

give Kittys cafe a taste

[@Jamesisamazig123]

kittys on 31st

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@luanneschaper8155]

I love Kittys

[@cdub4693]

Kitty’s has the best tenderloin on the planet.

[@kpz1234]

Your man card was revoked at 4:42 for use of utensils.

[@destinationdebrief]

🍴🍔😁

[@acmenditto]

No pickles on a burger video, weird like Tim walz

[@destinationdebrief]

Yeah, I don’t do pickles.

[@fredgrebner526]

Grandstand Burgers in Merrium

[@destinationdebrief]

Definitely on my list to check out.

[@ryangeorge3982]

Fritz’s sucks. Cosmo Burger is really excellent

[@destinationdebrief]

Fritz’s is somewhere you go for the kids. It’s not really an experience for the burger.

[@KCChiefsFan58]

Preach brother, the pickle was sent here from the devil himself!!

[@cam1312003]

Westport flea market is terrible. Overpriced frozen flavorless burgers

[@loydsmith3805]

LOL.. comparing a $25 burger to a $12?

[@onechess]

My only comment is that you will never know the best burger if you leave off the tomato!!

[@destinationdebrief]

We’ll have to agree to disagree on the merits of a tomato lol.

[@JohnCoctoasten85]

Flea Market - Best burger in KC. Burg n’ Barrell - Good but not as good as Flea Market. Town Topic - Great burger and tots but waaay overpriced for what you get. Fritz’s - Solid burger. Very good. How can you beat having your meal brought by a train. Gotta try Cosmo Burger. Tays, Hi-Boy, Hayes & LC’s cannot be overlooked.

[@destinationdebrief]

We’ll have to disagree on Flea Market, but I appreciate the recommendations!

[@smittycal]

Winsteads makes a good burger too.

[@destinationdebrief]

Would you consider it one of your favorites?

[@smittycal]

@@destinationdebrief it’s a solid smash burger. And a staple in town. It’s definitely up there. And I love the steak fries.

[@JohnCoctoasten85]

Yeah…in the 70’s. Unfortunately that place has been passed by. 🫤

[@vanlifeonthego6684]

@@JohnCoctoasten85 For sure. It's like someone saying Gates or Bryants is best for BBQ

[@liraloo]

You mean it's not McDonald's?!

[@destinationdebrief]

I mean, it would be if we were talking about the most burger locations in KC.

[@liraloo]

@@destinationdebrief It was a joke.

[@destinationdebrief]

@@liraloo Yes, I was going along with it. Sadly, it didn’t come across in text ☹️

[@josephkoral9778]

That was 100% the same low ass quality pre-made burger patties they sell at Walmart. If you think fleamakret is even near the best your delulu

[@noelliastarr5853]

KC smoke burger

[@destinationdebrief]

It’s been a while, but I’ve been there a few times.

[@evanroney9063]

Disco burger

[@destinationdebrief]

Thanks for the recommendation!

[@DrewberTravels]

Westport flea market is just not good… my favorite is the snack shack in mission. They have odd hours but they are so good.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’ve heard from a few people that I should give them a try.

[@mikehankins8438]

No pickles or tomatoes = unqualified and cannot be trusted.

[@destinationdebrief]

Yeah…I hate pickles lol. To be honest though, I’m okay with tomatoes if they are grilled, but nobody is willing to do that for me. They only put them on the burger raw ☹️

[@andnack1]

If you have to advertise that you have the best burger is town, it’s probably a piece of shit.

[@destinationdebrief]

I’m not sure I’d say that is always the case, but I was HIGHLY skeptical of a boast of being voted best burger for over 30 years. It implies a yearly vote that they keep winning. And well…I wasn’t that impressed.

[@rymillar8126]

When you start the video and figure out he ordersd his burger medium well... You should stop there. 🤷‍♂️. People who know.. never eat beef med well

[@destinationdebrief]

Ground beef and steak are two different things, but to each their own. Hope you enjoy the next video better 🙏

[@patmo131]

@@destinationdebriefnope, you should enjoy the beef medium at most.

[@HistoricWrath]

@@destinationdebriefI wouldn’t eat anything from Westport Flea Market less than medium well 😂

[@KCRvrRnnr]

@@destinationdebrief My thought exactly. Always order burgers medium well, steaks medium rare. Nothing is nastier than almost raw ground beef regardless of quality.

[@heatdeth]

​@@KCRvrRnnrpeople who know never eat medium rare ground beef unless they know the cow it came from...ground beef isn't steak.

[@seniscram7958]

Over easy egg on top. So gross.

[@destinationdebrief]

It’s better than it sounds.

[@MrKbroyles]

Town topic

[@destinationdebrief]

Great burger

[@rodshelley1170]

I'll take Red Robin any day over Westport Flea Mkt. That second place's burger looks massive! I've had Town Topic, and they are great!

[@destinationdebrief]

I totally agree. And you should absolutely check out Cosmo Burger or Burg & Barrel.