Danny Edwards BLVD BBQ

We came here today after learning they’re closing. There was a short line that moved quickly. I ordered the large beef brisket and it was smoked so well. It had great bark and rendered fat. The taste was phenomenal! My wife ordered the sausage and she said that it’s one of the first sausages that was actually spicy. It had great flavor. We had fries and they were delicious. I even had some several hours later and they were still good. My only regret is I didn’t find this place sooner.

I arrived a little after 12 pm, so in the beginning of the lunch rush. Waited about 10 minutes in line to order then around another 20 - 30 minutes for my food. There were a few empty tables to choose from and plenty of tables to sit from outside. The food was delicious and served in huge proportions!! Lots of left overs for me.

Great smells as soon as we stepped out of the Jeep. Very authentic atmosphere. A place we were trying before they close at the end of the month. Come

The meat was not particularly impressive, and I was disappointed given the lengthy wait to try it, as their operating hours and my work schedule rarely aligned. However, I must commend their exceptional staff, among the nicest in Kansas City, Missouri. The owner was extremely courteous and a humble gentleman. Unfortunately, the overall experience was subpar, and I believe my expectations, fueled by glowing reviews, contributed to my disappointment. Nevertheless, the owner and staff made the experience enjoyable, making it challenging for me to assign a lower rating. While their barbecue sauce was not to my liking, it did enhance the flavor of the meat. Notably, the meat was dry, which was inexcusable regardless of their best efforts.

The combo plate that had beef brisket, ribs, and burnt ends was good. However, the burnt ends were a little bit tough to eat, and the beef brisket was a little bit underseasoned without sauce (sauce made it better). The fries were delicious and crispy, and the baked beans were good also. The food was got out relatively fast after ordering and the inside reminds me of an old-school BBQ joint. Overall, the food is not as good as Joe's, but it's nice to have a place that is not a chain (have multiple locations).

By far the best BBQ we had in Kansas city. I had the jumbo sandwich half brisket half burnt ends with a side of fries and jambalaya. More smoke taste then the other places. My wife got the turkey sandwich which was really good too. Prices were really good and the staff was really nice. We met the owner Joel who was AWESOME and talked to us about bbq and the area. I asked about how he does his bbq and he even showed me the smoker and talked about the process. I found it very interesting and you can tell Joel is a guy who loves doing this and making the people who come in happy. Thanks for the great experience.

My husband and I decided to design our own Kansas City barbecue tour, and boy am I glad we stopped at Danny Edwards BLVD! We arrived around opening and were among the first guests for the day. The owners are so generous and friendly. Joel is the owner along with his wife, whose name I didn't get. She showed us the pit and told us they smoke with hickory and oak. Joel worked with Danny Edwards for 15 years before buying the joint in 2019 and he hasn't commercialized in the same way other famous KC BBQ places have. We had the sampler platter of brisket, pork belly and jalapeno cheddar sausage and the Big D, a brisket sandwich topped with onion rings featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. The sauce has an incredible balance between sweet, spicy and smokey. YUM! The sides were spicy beans and jambalaya. They gave us the recipe to the jambalaya, and we hope we can replicate it because it was out of this world good. Everything we tried was fantastic. We're going to be talking about this place and our whole experience for quite some time.

There's just no way it gets any better than this. I've toured the states for great BBQ and Joel at Danny Edwards does it best. Brisket is insane. The Big D (I got it on a bun) is simply the greatest sandwich of any kind I've ever had. The ribs are fall off the bone tender, juicy and loaded with flavor. Just doesn't get any better. Thank you to Joel and his wife for the incredible food and service!!

Update time - My last couple of visits haven't been the best. My most recent made me hold my breath. I ordered the Ribs + Burnt Ends combo plate with a side of potato salad. The ribs were okay. The burnt ends were tough, overcooked and difficult to chew. I probably should have said something during my visit - that's my fault and a lesson learned. Instead I left an unhappy plate. I hope this was a bad day and not the new normal. Please dine at your own risk.

Such a friendly place with friendly staff, and great food. I really enjoyed the barbecue tacos, I got one pork and one beef taco. Both tacos were generously sized and delicious.

The combo plate that had beef brisket, ribs, and burnt ends was good. However, the burnt ends were a little bit tough to eat, and the beef brisket was a little bit underseasoned without sauce (sauce made it better). The fries were delicious and crispy, and the baked beans were good also. The food was got out relatively fast after ordering and the inside reminds me of an old-school BBQ joint. Overall, the food is not as good as Joe's, but it's nice to have a place that is not a chain (have multiple locations).

I had to kick off the Super Bowl weekend with some old school KC BBQ, so I stopped in at Danny Edward's - one of the often overlooked Kansas City BBQ institutions. By only being open for 3-4 hours a day for lunch and closed on Sundays; this keeps DE's from being more widely known or appreciated, but with a 90 year family heritage of serving BBQ in this city, they deserve a bigger fan base. My 3 meat platter of brisket, 3 ribs and burnt ends and a side of onion rings, bread, pickles and sauce was $20 and well worth it. It filled me up so much that I needed an afternoon nap and had enough to take home for my wife to have a hearty dinner. The brisket , sauce and rings were best in class, as was the customer service. I not only had follow up service from the cashier but two gents from the kitchen and conversation. Maybe the best customer oriented BBQ joint in town, they truly make you feel that you are a valued customer. Upgrading my former 4 stars to 5 for never having a disappointing meal over the years and making me feel like I'm appreciated.

Fantastic Brisket!! A treat to go there!! The brisket is thick and tender. Probably my favorite in Kansas city!!

This food was amazing, when it comes to KS barbecue this is the place to go. The service was fast and so many options. Now if you meet Joel his like the uncle that man the grill and will talk to you about anything. He was amazing and for him being the owner and taking the time to make sure our meal was great was more than I could have asked for. I was able to bring all 3 of my kids in and we shared a combo platter and we still had leftovers. Make sure you try to the spicy jambalaya.

Celebrating a friends birthday so decided to try the place. Cute little place, order at the counter and they bring it to you. Got the combo plate to share. It's delicious! The service is friendly and the plate is huge!

Well the service is great, the BBQ could use some moisture. The BBQ sauce blows too. Potato sauce is boring. I have no idea why it's so dry, my burnt ends just couldn't chew. The ribs my husband had were pretty good. The onion rings were delicious. This location is a concrete jungle and you sit outside, there is a fence between you and you are sitting in a parking lot. I will pass on this place next time.

Holy shit boys. This is the best of the best. Wings, ribs, brisket, burnt ends and even the bacon wrapped shrimp were literally the best I've had anywhere. Service was awesome. A little pricy but not crazy. Have to try this place. Also try all 4 bbq sauces.

Everything was perfect! the food was delicious, the atmosphere was pleasant, and the service/staff was kind and timely. The price was modest. my friends and I would definitely come back next time we are in St. Louis!

BBQ was good. No where near the best but certainly not the worst. Just good. Places in STL greater. I had the platter to try the ribs, burnt ends and brisket. Again, everything was OK. The beans seemed more like canned. But the service was excellent here. Possibly give it a second try at some point.

Thought this spot would be better. My wife and I where in the area and decided to share the combo plate. What this place does well is not skimp on portion. The tower of meat for $20 left us stuffed. Too bad it wasn't great because I had high hopes. Overall, the food was over cooked and dry. The brisket slices were cooked for so long they had the same texture as boiled meat. On the end of the spectrum, the ribs tasted dryer up and leaning towards jerky texture. Finally, the burnt ends were decent except for the pepper bbq sauce that coated every inch of the meat. The sauce tasted like a mix of watery bbq sauce and Tabasco. With KC having such great bbq, I was hoping BLVD bbq would stand with the bigger spots. Unfortunately, this was not for me. I give this spot a 2 out 5 overalll

We visited Danny Edward's by chance driving through Kansas City and I wanted to eat some BBQ. My wife and I have 5 young kids and it is not always easy to find a good place to sit and relax and enjoy a meal. Danny Edward's took care of us and treated us like family. We will always remember our experience eating there and the people we met. We left full and happy!

This is our go-to place for authentic traditional burnt ends. Absolutely the best. Love all their meats but burnt ends are it! It is only open for lunch. Great for carry out. Good service. Simple and casual. Love their sauce as well. There is only one flavor but it is delicious.

It was spicy and a little dry beef tips are supposed to have fat but these where dryer than the dessert

This is the best barbecue you could ever try. I love it my kids love the barbecue from here to great place for family delicious food, and great service.

This is a BBQ joint that does not get nearly enough love. It has a history that goes back all the way to the 30s and it's SOOOO GOOD! Definitely in the upper echelon of Kansas City 'que! I love the service, atmosphere, and the food. I am obsessed with the Big D sandwich which is smoked sirloin point, melted Swiss cheese, 2 house made onion rings, and their awesome BBq sauce on Roma Bakery marble rye. On Wednesdays, they offer the sandwich with smoked corned beef! French Fries and Sweet Potato Fries are handcut and phenomenal. The Spicy Rancher Beans are incredible and a welcome change of pace from sweet beans around the city. Mac 'n Cheese is available on Friday and Saturday. All around, this is a Kansas City must!

I don't know where the hype about this place comes from. I finally had a chance to give it a try and ended up getting a refund. First, they have very limited hours so if you work Monday through Friday you will only be able to give them a try on Saturday....for lunch. Second, they only have one sauce. It is incredibly grainy, bland, and just seems to be missing a valuable component. Third, we tried the brisket and burnt end sandwich. Both of which tasted like pot roast. There was no Smokey flavor that fills your mouth. The meat itself wasn't moist so you had to lather on the bland sauce. Fourth, their Smokey baked beans taste like hormel chili. No smoke. Just gross. Saving grace would the the copious amount of fresh fries and the pickles. But seriously, with the amount of BBQ places in KC don't waste your time here.

Neat spot with great atmosphere. Indoor & outdoor sitting area. Burned end- very flavorful, a little bit of chewy but tender. Brisket- thick cut, nice smoked ring, tender. Spareribs- meaty, dry rub seasoning,tender and juicy. BBQ sauce- not thicker as Smokin Guns, but have a touch of smoking flavor, a little heat (after 5-6 dipping ) Side- Pickles- must HAVE. Perfect combination with meaty food. jambalaya- OK.

Damn fine Q! Damn fine! I can not believe the amount of burnt ends I got for my money. The wait staff was awesome. The Pit Master was kind enough to show me the pit and the smell of the smoke was intoxicating. Thank you for the awesome food.

We enjoyed a late lunch there today. The Big D was tender perfection, and The Cuban was fantastic. Portion sizes were generous. The whole staff were engaging and friendly. They checked in frequently, and helped me remember my purse! The ambiance was warm. (Bathroom was super clean. )

This place was just another place on my KC BBQ List to try and liked the experience overall. The inside was about what you would expect by looking at the outside. You order first at the counter right where you walk in. If there was one thing this place excels at it's customer service. Cashier was really nice so that was a very nice first impression. Food took about 10 to 15 minutes to arrive and they bring it out to you. While you're eating they check on you periodically which no other place has really done. Very high marks for service. Food itself was good. I got the burnt ends which is what I always get at new places. Lot of pieces were actually burnt which is good but I like a more mix of burnt, meaty, and fatty pieces. Fries were nice and crispy. The sauce available in bottles at each of the tables was not thick or liquid, but right in between. Definitely a sweeter sauce which is representative of KC and I used it on everything.

Amazing!!! Yes amazing! I travel all over America and have tasted BBQ in many places...Yes, including Texas and this place bets them all "hands down ". I will make this 100% a regular stop when I'm in KC. Ribs, Ribs, Ribs!!!

Best brisket ever. Friendly staff and worth the money That's all I have to say about that

I'm from KC, I know KC BBQ. This is easily top 3 of KC. It is rarely talked about by locals which I never understood. This is BBQ of the highest quality. True KC Q. You won't be sorry.

Man. You know, you don't hand out too many 1 stars if you could help it. Not for reasons of moral rectitude, but because you'd think your compass is better than to consistently be trying places that are destined to be a single star. But Danny Edward's pulled the wool over my eyes. Exclusive open time: Check. High review in of all places, Kansas City: Check. Good photos: Check. What a proper ruse! This is the second worst Barbecue I've had in my 32 years of life since I was born in Kansas City! Wyandot Barbecue on 75th and Metcalf will always hold that top spot. The meat. Their brisket is wildly fatty, and has more in common with pot roast than anything resembling barbecue. It was rough. Same goes for their tough burnt ends. There wasn't any smoke flavor. To add insult to injury, their single sauce option is a bitter grainy mess of something or another. The baked beans tasted like hormel chili. Honestly, I think ol' Danny Edwards rows against the current - hoping to be something he thinks is more differentiating amongst the pack of options found throughout the BBQ Mecca of KC. You get a lot of fries, but who cares? I had to ask for a refund - that's how bad it was. Never again. Avoid. Honestly, Rosedale BBQ just down the street is far, far better than this - and it's a carryover from the old school KC Barbecue before it was so freakin' cool - still has massive faults, but far better as it were. Go to slaps. Best in the city.

I have been living less than 1.5 miles for this cornerstone of BBQ greatness for 5 months and finally got a chance to chance them open. I have been here 3x since, and the winner winner on the menu is "The Big D" sandwich. The Big D Top sliced brisket with an onion ring and cheese. OMG! Its like a slice of long cut burnt ends! The brisket was smoked and succulent! The marbled rye and cheese added a tasteful touch Hand cut fries These aren't Joe's but they are authentic and tasty! I dip them in the original BBQ sauce Side note: I tried the ribs one visit and they were average Grades: Big D: 8.75 Fries: 7.25 Ribs: 6.5

Dropped in for lunch with some coworkers... very good lunch. The Big D sandwich was outstanding. Flavorful beef, onion rings and cheese on good marbled rye! This is a sandwich I would be happy with anytime! The pulled pork sandwich was very good as well. Lots of pork, goes great with their bbq sauce. We got a side of burnt ends to try- unfortunately, it was sad and dry. I would not order again, but the sandwiches are well worth the trip. Sides- fries and onion rings, both just right, well seasoned.

Danny Edwards THANK YOU for staying true to what makes KC barbecue special..... Family owned bbq joints where the owner pours their heart and soul into the business. The Edwards family lineage stands the test of time with King Arthur, and Gates. The difference is Danny is still there everyday making sure the quality lives up to his reputation. You can bitch about the hours, and only being a lunch joint. On the other hand you can appreciate a man who gives 100%, and does not stretch his product past what he can oversee. What you will get from Danny Edwards every time is a warm smile and the BEST staff in the city. The bbq itself is up there with the best. Yes Q39, and Joe's are a cut above. Jackstack is unbeatable with sides, but the bbq suffers due to volume. The brisket at Danny Edwards is the best in the city. Do yourself a favor... Order a large brisket sandwich from the point. The brisket is cut super thick and just enough fat to melt in your mouth. All the other meats are very good (top 5 in city). As far as sides, the sweet potato fries are a must, and the onion rings are top shelf. Is this the best bbq in the city? No, but with Danny himself behind the counter it is the most consistent and maybe my favorite in terms of atmosphere, authenticity, history... and brisket from the point.

Wow! This place had great service and excellent bbq. I ordered a combo plate 17.99 ribs brisket and burnt ends side Santa Fe corn. The ribs were soft, not dry but very moist! Burnt ends were slightly greasy but very tasty. The brisket was one of the best, not much fat, soft, and not too thick. Corn side- it's like soft cheesy cream corn bread, amazing. Limited hours, iconic place- fit it in your visit.

Absolutely 5 stars in every way! Excellent bbq! Good selection of sides! Amazingly friendly staff! I got the combo plate which was easily enough for two! It had sliced brisket, chopped burnt ends, 2 pork spare ribs plus a chicken leg & thigh & fries. The burnt ends had the perfect amount of fat! The brisket had a beautiful smoke ring & was very tender & flavorful! The chicken was fall off the bone tender! And the rubs were meaty & next level good! The fries were excellent too! And their sauce had a Mexican thing going on. Liked KC bbq sauce & a great enchilada sauce mixed up together. I could amidst drink it! You order & pay at the counter. No servers. But they do bring your food to your table & the staff filled my drink 3 times plus brought me some home made pickles! I cannot wait to comed back!

Not only was the food amazing, the whole staff was so incredibly friendly. The seasoning and sauce on the brisket was outstanding. The cheddar jalapeño sausage on special had just the right amount of heat and was cooked perfectly. Highly recommend!!

Consistently the best. Real smoked BBQ, all done on site. This place doesn't get the credit it deserves. And it's all good, brisket, ribs, chicken, burnt ends, and even the smoked turkey is excellent. The sauce is a must, not vinegar or sweet. It's just right. if your looking for a place that's done it right for many years this is it. They aren't worried about getting their name in the papers,or advertising because they don't need to. They have the best BBQ and service in town. Anyone in the know loves this place.

My Grandfather has been going to this when it was run by his father Jake. The place was down town, he says he went there everyday in the 50's and 60's. BBQ sandwhiches were 25 cents back then. Great classic KC BBQ, a must stop on any BBQ tour for KC.

Every time I visit Kansas City I always need to visit! I rarely eat pulled pork but this is always an exception and never disaPpoints. The woman who took our order and the gentleman that served us took great care of us, grabbing ketchup and a to go box for us and going out of his way to make it a good dining experience. The portion was quite large and filling. The pieces of pork were tender and delicious!!! Cannot wait to come and visit again to get my bbq fix!

I picked up lunch from here to take to clients. They claimed this was the best BBQ. I really wanted to like it. It has great reviews and the food looked good. I ordered a burnt end sandwich and sweet potato fries. The burnt ends were so tough and dry. I only ate about half of them before I gave up on the sandwich. Not even the bbq sauce could moisten it up. The fried were hard and bland. My customers like it so I'll continue to grab their lunch from here if that's what they like. But for me... I'll try something else.

Old school KC BBQ. You have to try this place during their limited hours. It's phenomenal. The meat has a great smoked flavor with every single bite. The brisket and ribs are equally good. Their burnt ends are some of my favorite in the city. They also do not go light on the portions. Wish I could take a picture of the smell as you drive up to this place while they are smoking. Sooo good!!

I feel like I've been waiting forever to come here but finally secured my time!! We came after lunch rush on a Friday, but the place was still full with tables of diners. I ordered the Big D and my boyfriend ordered the Ol Smokey. We both got fries (although my boyfriend ordered beans but it looked like there was a new guy on the register so he forgot to put them on the order) and the Mac and cheese. The bark on the Big D was AMAZING. I am still thinking of it a day later. They brought over some pickles and that was a great addition to the sandwich. My boyfriend said his sandwich was good - he had a few pieces that were iffy but overall good sandwich. Fries were amazing with their seasoning on them and the Mac and cheese you could tell was homemade! Now the service - that's what you go there for ! I am not sure if the woman going around was the owner but she knew every single person if they were regulars and knew if you weren't, but wanted to make you part of that family. Overall, great experience. Happy we were able to finally visit because it was absolutely worth it.

I'm guessing all the hype is not for the ribs.... Ribs lacked seasoning and flavor under the dry tough outer layer was a lot of fat. In my opinion a great rib can stand on its own and doesn't need to be drenched in sauce. I tried to drench these ribs in sauce but that to fell short on BBQ flavor. Next time I'm having a sandwich and will skip the ribs.

Deeelicious! Our first Kansas City BBQ and it lived up to our hopes. Felt very mom and pop but had good decor. The Big D and sweet potato fries were awesome and my hubby had the brisket/chicken/ribs/meat sweats with slaw. I was especially impressed with the brisket, lean but moist. Yup. Daughter loved the Mac n cheese. We'll be back

It was crazy good. We went there around 2:00 pm, they close at 3. The lot was empty and the front of the building gave us a little pause. We took a couple steps back towards our truck but then said "What the heck, let's try it" So glad we did. My dad had the Danny's favorite. As you can tell, they need a bigger plate. He said it was as good as it looked. I had the Big D. It was excellent. It was a little different from the usual BBQ fare. Swiss cheese on BBQ? But it worked. I tried the burnt ends as well. Excellent. The topper for the meal was the fries. Best fries ever. Fresh cut and cooked just right. I'm not a big fries guy (watching what I eat) but the fries are worth it. I'm visiting from Phoenix but I'll make it a point to return at least once before I go home.

Wow absolutely amazing customer service! We came 40 minutes before closing and yet they were so kind and patient with us. They came over and refilled out waters too and checked if everything is okay. The food was really good, we devoured it so fast haha We got the combo plate and 3 sides and all shared it

That turkey sandwich was life changing! Unfortunately, they shorted me on one of my sides, but still totally the best turkey sandwich I have ever had. Friendly, but they definitely get quite busy. They have a system that they kind of expect you to be a return customer and already know the system. Just do what I do, explain you are new and they'll help you out. Stop what you are doing. Go get a turkey sandwich. You're welcome.

Yes. This is exactly what you want KC barbecue to be! The owners & staff are super friendly and get to know the regulars. They have weird hours but it's worth adjusting your schedule to go. Their presentation is no-frills and it doesn't need to be anything more. The menu is large but not overwhelming, with several combo options big enough to share with a few people. The ribs truly fell off the bone, to the point where we half-jokingly discussed making a necklace out of the bones because they were so clean. We tried a combo plate with brisket, burnt ends and ribs. They were all wonderful. We also got some of their homemade brownies. Let me tell you about these brownies. These are gifts from God and possibly the best brownies I've ever had. Please buy them and savor them because I inhaled mine in about two bites.

We went to Dan's on our trip across the US b/c of Yelp. Mu son and I ordered a 1 full and 1 half rack of ribs. We had to sides of beans and coleslaw? The sides we "meh?" The atmosphere was classic bbq joint lots of paper and plastics and not much on engagement. But the ribs were legit. The prices were not cheap i think our cost us $50-58? Which seems a bit high no? We should have split a full rack for lunch anyway. We felt them for the rest of the day and next :)

Price was good for the portion. Fries were tasteless and still a bit hard in the middle. The meat was dry and the bbq sauce has a weird cinnamon taste. I got the kids sandwich but took of the slice of white bread it came in

This food is so good. Its a hidden little gem on the very outskirts of kcmo its practically in Kansas. I equally love their simple menu and struggle with it. It's just all greasy goodness. There's not really much available for a lighter meal option or GF friendly unless your good with just eating meat. That being said all makes most males in my sphere love it. That being said I would have loved recommending this joint for fathers day but they are closed on Sundays, and the rest of the week they close at 3pm. Best way to enjoy Danny Edwards BBQ, get it to go, bring it home or to the park for a comfy not so homemade meal. I had a bunch of family in town and we did the park just grab a ton of napkins maybe even wet wipes.

Thanks to Toni M's review, four of us came to this popular BBQ restaurant and had a wonderful feast. Adorned with an industrial vibe, the large interior was composed a front counter, high ceilings, walls of photos, and plenty of tables with red-checkered tablecloths. We ordered at the counter, found a table, and waited for the staff to deliver the food. To me, when it comes to Danny Edward's, it is all about their pork spareribs. They serve the Long End ($12.99) and Short End ($13.99), and both were tender, well seasoned and smoked so no sauce is necessary, and the meat was easy to fork off the bones. We were told the Short End is juicier, but the Long End was meatier and still mouthfuls of smoky deliciousness. I loved them both. We also shared a plate of Burnt Ends ($12.99). The plate included chunky crispy smoked brisket edges, bread, and pickles. I'm not a big fan of Burnt Ends, but these were a tad easier to bite into than the ones at Fiorella's. It was good, but not something I would personally order. Ironically, my least favorite was the Combo Plate ($15.75). I initially thought the smoked beef, ham, ribs and the range of flavors was going to hit. On the contrary, the beef was not as succulent as the ones from Jethro's, and it was difficult to expect ham to carry a lot of wow factor. The Combo Plate, and the Burnt Ends, were the only items that were reliant on the BBQ sauce.There BBQ sauces were good too: smooth, spicy, and complex. For sides, the fresh cut fries were nicely seasoned, impressively crispy, and the best I have ever had to date. Their fries were addictive and superior to those at Oklahoma Joe's. The smoky baked beans were smooth, sweet, and delicious. The spicy jambalaya was tangy, not memorable, and my least favorite. Service was very friendly, thoughtful, attentive, personable, and our water was constantly refilled. Overall, I thought the ribs and fries could go toe to toe with anyone out there. I'd be very interested in coming back for more.

***I'm not familiar with burnt ends (a Kansas City signature dish), but I really liked the ones here; I also thought their BBQ sauce was one of the better ones I've had in a long time; it was smoky, sweet and even a little bit spicy*** Danny Edwards is a local BBQ spot located in an industrial area of Kansas City. The restaurant is order-at-the-counter and there are several tables. It is mostly an industrial looking space with concrete floors, but it is a clean spot. I went with the burnt ends plate, which is a Kansas City BBQ specialty; the plate came with chopped pieces of beef brisket that were already sauced, one side (I opted for the spicy baked beans) and a few slices of white bread. I'm not familiar with burnt ends or what constitutes a great version of it, but I liked the burnt ends here. The meat had a pretty good flavorful char on the outside. It was not as crispy as I was expecting, but it was still a good contrast to the center meat, which was tender and even a little juicy (definitely not dry). The meat had a good flavor. With a lot of food in Kansas City, you definitely get a real smoky flavor with the meat. The BBQ sauce was great too--a lot more complex than what I have had elsewhere. The BBQ sauce was smoky, but it was also sweet and spicy. You can usually get one of those sensations with a BBQ sauce, maybe two, but all three of them came through very well here. The spicy baked beans were good. I liked the light spiciness from the jalapenos though it was not really that spicy. I also liked the pieces of beef brisket they mixed in. The flavor of the baked beans was fine, but it was not as good and distinct as the burnt ends. Service was very good here. The staff was friendly and the food came out quick. Prices were maybe a little high for an order-at-the-counter spot, but you do get generous portions here. You can get sandwiches under $10 while plates will cost you between $10 and $15. Danny Edwards is a good BBQ spot. I liked the smoky flavor of the burnt ends and I think they did a really good job with the BBQ sauce. In addition to the good food, I liked the local and casual but still clean feel to the place. There are apparently a lot of good BBQ spots in Kansas City and I would think this would be a good one to try at least once to see how it competes with some of the more renowned Kansas City BBQ joints. Danny Edwards has its own free parking lot. It is easy finding an open spot when the restaurant first opens at 11:00 a.m. The restaurant does seem to get busy though. There is also free parking on the street.