TASTEBUD Magazine
Table Hopping - June 2007
Trezo Mare
4105 N. Mulberry Drive
Kansas City, MO 64116
816-505-3200
http://www.trezomare.com
The new Briarcliff Village up North might be the last place you would expect to enjoy “Treasures of the Sea”, but Trezo Mare delivers. These newcomers combine fresh seafood and inventive presentations. Chilled seafood platters look like sculpted art, a side of gnocchi is served in a ring of fire and “fruit de mar” is prepared in a large clay pot tanjine. A quite reasonable wine list is full of exciting and unusual choices. Prices sit around $35-40 per person. CLICK: Over to www.opentable.com and make reservations online to ensure yourself a seat.
Le Fou Frog
400 East 5th Street
Kansas City, MO 64106
816-474-6060
http://www.lefoufrog.com
Le Fou Frog is the standard by which all French restaurants in KC are measured. Small, intimate, family-run . . . part cabaret, part brassiere but always a traditional French restaurant full of charm and authentic atmosphere and food. French classics mix easily with exciting seasonal dishes that flaunt the short space between the restaurant and the Farmer’s Market located within kissing distance. Average entrée is around $25. The wine list speaks mostly French. COME: Late night and watch patrons dance with the staff in the bar, all in good fun.
1924 Main
1924 Main Street
Kansas City, MO 64108
816-472-1924
http://www.1924main.com
Buzz abounds around this sophisticated, yet surprisingly unstuffy, restaurant run by Chef Rob Dalzell in the trendy Crossroads. Order from the wonderfully easy fixed-price menu and prepare to enjoy 3 courses for $30 at dinner. Consider trying the recommended wine pairings with each course, which are inspired. The menu changes weekly highlighting seasonal, local ingredients. Prepare for picture perfect portions and plating of comfortable American cuisine with a twist. SIT: Facing the kitchen if you want to see the show from your seat.
RJ’s Bob-Be-Que Shack
5835 Lamar Avenue
Mission, KS 66202
913-262-7300
http://www.kansascitymenus.com/rjs/website.swf
Don’t be too surprised when you discover that RJ’s Bob-Be-Que is your new weekend breakfast joint. Much like the BBQ they serve the rest of the day, for breakfast, it is all about the meat. With Chef Robert “Bob” Palmgren (who has a long list of KC culinary credentials) you are in good hands. Speaking of . . .try the Farm Hands Breakfast Platter and get your choice of 2 eggs, 2 meats, country taters and biscuits and gravy all for $8. ORDER: For your meats, smoked bacon (just as good as you remember) and polish sausage full of flavor.
Adrian’s Cafe
11120 Antioch
Overland Park, KS 66210
913-661-9247
13964 Santa Fe Trail Drive
Lenexa, KS 66215
913-438-8560
http://www.adrians-cafe.com/
Say the words “fresh baked bread” and you will instantly understand what sets Adrian’s Café apart. Sandwiches are served on thick slabs of soft fresh baked bread available in whole wheat, sourdough, rye, or pumpernickel with your choice of generous fillings both hot and cold. Order a half or whole sandwich. Two rotating homemade soups are served each day and don’t forget to add a spicy pasta salad to your lunch. Half a sandwich and your choice soup or salad only $6.50. Cash only, please. SWEET: Don’t forget dessert, Adrian’s makes fresh baked cookies that will hit the spot.
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