Fall in Love With These Date Night Restaurants in Kansas City

Whether you’re going on your first date or celebrating an anniversary with your spouse, everyone wants their date night to go perfect. Even if we can’t guarantee that everything will go off without a hitch, the team at Union Station does know a thing or two about the best date night restaurants in Kansas City!

As your trusted local guide to all things Kansas City, here are some of our picks for the best places to take that special someone. 

The Majestic Restaurant and Jazz Club

What’s more Kansas City than steak and jazz music? If you’re looking for a place that has mastered both, you’ll want to check out The Majestic. The restaurant and jazz club can trace its back to 1983 and has had several iterations during that time. However, what hasn’t changed is the phenomenal quality of steak along with live jazz music and over 275 whiskeys.  

Lidia’s

Located just north of our very own historic Union Station is one of the best Italian restaurants in the entire city! Owned by Lidia Bastianich—an Emmy award-winning public television host and best-selling cookbook author—Lidia’s occupies a former railroad house and offers a daily, three-course pasta special in addition to a traditional Italian dinner, dessert, and wine menu

Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop

Lulu’s Thai Noodle Shop has been around for about 25 years, but is as grounded in tradition as any place you’ll find in Kansas City. Owner Malisa Monyakula continues a deep tradition for Thai cuisine built on family and food. With Lulu’s the goal is recreate the experience of gathering around a family table in Bangkok to enjoy traditional Thai cuisine. Kansas City natives and visitors alike will enjoy this little taste of Thailand!

La Bodega

La Bodega brings tapas, a beloved social tradition in Northern Spain involving eating and socializing, and brings it to life here in KC. Featuring a traditional Spanish menu with an exceptional drink selection, La Bodega is one of the best places to eat in downtown Kansas City and a great environment for friends, family, and lovers alike!

Affare

Affare is a modern restaurant that specializes in creating fantastic seasonal menus with a German twist. Much like The Farmhouse, Affare takes pride in working with local farmers to create a sophisticated, yet ever-evolving menu of fresh and fantastic foods. Even with its cosmopolitan feel, Affare is still a family-owned restaurant that wants all visitors to feel welcome as they enjoy a taste of Germany!

Pierpont’s at Union Station 

Of course, we have to recommend Pierpont’s! One of the best restaurants at Union Station is a great option for those looking to take part in an elegant night out. The “culinary jewel of Kansas City” is a three-story fine dining restaurant steeped in history. Pierpont’s continues to maintain much of the same look as the original building back in 1914. In fact, 60% of the restaurant is historical space and still possesses both its original women’s and children’s waiting rooms, as well as its women’s smoking lounge. 

More than just a unique atmosphere, however, both Kansas City natives and out-of-town visitors alike will enjoy Pierpont’s delicious, innovative menu selection along with first-class service. 

Visitors can select from options such as fresh seafood and prime steaks, along with unique seasonal options and pastries made by the area’s finest pastry chefs. And if you enjoy savoring your meal with a hand-crafted cocktail or glass of wine, you’re in luck! Pierpont’s offers a Wine Spectator award-winning wine list along with a 20-foot bar for patrons to wet their whistles. 

The Best Date Night in Kansas City Starts at Union Station!

Whether you want to dine with us or experience more of the best date night restaurants in Kansas City, let Union Station be your guide to all things KC. As an iconic Kansas City landmark and source of civic celebration for over 100 years, we’re always thrilled to offer our insight to Kansas City locals and visitors alike about all the great things our city has to offer. 

Visit us today and enjoy the many attractions our historic building has to offer! And when you’re done, feel free to stop over at Harvey’s or Pierpont’s to enjoy some of the best dining options in the Kansas City area.