Independence, Jackson County, MO

Places to go in Independence

21 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

7 Brew Coffee

Food & Drink

7 Brew Coffee

2220 S M 291 HWY, Independence, MO 64050, USA

A Little BBQ Joint

Food & Drink

A Little BBQ Joint

Easygoing, family-owned mainstay for classic BBQ, with unique car-themed decor & an outdoor bar.

1101 W US Hwy 24, Independence, MO 64050, USA

Ahadu Coffee

Food & Drink

Ahadu Coffee

2861 NE Independence Ave, Lee's Summit, MO 64064, USA

American Way Smokehouse - Kansas City BBQ

Food & Drink

American Way Smokehouse - Kansas City BBQ

17710 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64055, USA

Black Bear Diner Independence

Food & Drink

Black Bear Diner Independence

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

4053 Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057, USA

Café Verona

Food & Drink

Café Verona

Italian classics & updated dishes in a homey yet elegant muraled setting with patio seating.

206 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050, USA

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Food & Drink

Cheddar's Scratch Kitchen

Family-friendly chain serving American comfort food with a Texas twist, plus cocktails.

4675 Bass Pro Dr, Independence, MO 64055, USA

Corner Cafe Independence

Food & Drink

Corner Cafe Independence

Homey, diner-style outpost of a chain for hearty portions of old-fashioned American dishes & sweets.

4215 Little Blue Pkwy, Independence, MO 64057, USA

Five Four Restaurant & Drafthouse- Independence

Food & Drink

Five Four Restaurant & Drafthouse- Independence

Chain offering a broad American menu & drinks in a relaxed setting with kitschy, eclectic decor.

18700 E 38th Terrace S, Independence, MO 64057, USA

Hereford House - Independence

Food & Drink

Hereford House - Independence

Casual steakhouse offering prime beef & sides, plus happy hour & Sunday specials.

19721 E Jackson Dr, Independence, MO 64057, USA

Main Event Independence

Food & Drink

Main Event Independence

4600 S Cochise Ct, Independence, MO 64055, USA

Main Street Coffee House

Food & Drink

Main Street Coffee House

107 S Main St, Independence, MO 64050, USA

Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn

Food & Drink

Ophelia's Restaurant & Inn

Elegant rooms above an upscale restaurant offering a choice of complimentary breakfasts.

201 N Main St, Independence, MO 64050, USA

OverBoard Coffee

Food & Drink

OverBoard Coffee

825 NE Lakewood Blvd, Lee's Summit, MO 64064, USA

Renegade Coffee

Food & Drink

Renegade Coffee

8708 N Oak Trafficway, Kansas City, MO 64155, USA

Salvatore's

Food & Drink

Salvatore's

Homey Italian trattoria with a menu heavy on pasta & veal, plus old-world wines.

12801 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055, USA

Scout Coffee

Food & Drink

Scout Coffee

1400 W Main St, Blue Springs, MO 64015, USA

Smokehouse Barbecue - Independence

Food & Drink

Smokehouse Barbecue - Independence

One in a set of family-owned barbecue joints covering the basics with ribs, platters & side dishes.

19000 East 39th St S, Independence, MO 64057, USA

The Big Biscuit

Food & Drink

The Big Biscuit

Homey joint serves up its namesake dish alongside other comfort eats such as omelets & hash browns.

16506 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055, USA

V's Italiano Ristorante

Food & Drink

V's Italiano Ristorante

Traditional Italian cooking & unfussy ambiance from a family-owned operation in business since 1963.

10819 E US Hwy 40, Independence, MO 64055, USA

Vivilore

Food & Drink

Vivilore

Sophisticated American restaurant with a courtyard, plus an adjacent antique store & art gallery.

10815 E Winner Rd, Independence, MO 64052, USA