Hayward's Pit Bar B Que & Catering

The customer service was fantastic. The brand beer was smooth and tasty. I had the bowl with cheesy corn tomatoes and cucumber which added a very fresh taste. The BBQ sauce is sweet but earthy perfection. Overall, will recommend and come back.

We are visiting from Houston so we wanted to try the local BBQ to see how it compared to ours. We ordered the Family variety dinner. We ordered burnt ends, brisket, ribs, potato salad, coleslaw, thick cut fries and an order of their famous onion rings. Unfortunately, I didn't think about taking a picture before we devoured most of it! The burnt ends and ribs were cooked to perfection! The brisket was sliced thin, so it was what we're accustomed to. Brisket in Texas is cut thicker with a smoke ring. Their brisket was tasted good, but was sliced to be served as a BBQ sandwich. The homemade slaw and potato salad were excellent. We loved the onion rings, they lived up to their reputation. Homemade spicy BBQ Sauce had just the right amount of kick. Our server was fantastic and the ambience was family friendly. The price was very reasonable considering the amount of food we were given. Even if you don't live nearby, its worth the drive! Highly recommend, 10 out of 10!!! Pictures are of our leftovers.

8/10 Brisket: pretty good, not as melt in your mouth as others and has a little chewyness. Not as flavorful as others and not as well seasoned. Really good otherwise and tasty with honey mustard. $31 per pound. 8/10 Spare Ribs: nice tasty ribs that aren’t too burnt and have good flavor. Pretty great! $20 special 9/10 BBQ Beans: Delicious rich flavor with great meat inside, hint of spicy but otherwise fabulous 9/10 Honey Mustard: Delicious and perfect, not as good as Joe’s but fabulous 4/10 BBQ sauce: To spicy and dark in flavor, not my favorite and original Haywards had sweeter flavor. This one is like a ketchup with spice. Would probably go for honey mustard instead Nice crunchy toast and pretty good service! But the toast needed butter! Was misquoted a price but they made it right! Meat was a little greasier than preferred and I would love to have another option for BBQ sauce as the sauce here was not my thing, but I enjoyed my meal here and liked the service and atmosphere! The Original Hayward’s memorabilia was fantastic I’ll be back!

First time trying for us and pleasantly surprised. Service was great and helpful. We had onion rings for the appetizer and they were crisp and delicious. I had a pulled pork sandwich with slaw and two onion rings on it. It was pretty good. We had a choice of two sauces the mild was more like ketchup the spicy was better. My Mac n cheese was very good but my wife's baked beans were the star. Overall every one was satisfied. We'll be back.

My friend, who grew up in KCK told me that Hayward’s was his favorite barbecue spot. So of course I had to check it out. I took another friend and treated him for lunch here. The staff at Hayward’s was super cool and friendly. They were so kind. Jinger was amazing! That makes this next part difficult. The meats were not good. We went in at about 3 PM on a Sunday. We ordered the variety platter for two with ribs, brisket and burnt ends. Also some beans and potato salad. When Jinger brought out the meat platter with lovely serving tongs and bread we were hopeful, but then my buddy remarked that the brisket was gray and I said “Oh boy.” The beans and potato salad were very good. The bread was old and crusty and seemed stale. The gray brisket was nearly inedible. It tasted old and almost like it had been held way too long perhaps from a few days ago. The ribs had decent flavor, but they were dried out and chewy. I held out hope for the burnt ends, which were very burnt. Some of them were slightly fatty and moist and juicy like they’re supposed to be, and some of them were like super hard, crunchy and dried out. Not much consistency here except for consistently bad meat. I so very much wanted to love this place, but we will not return. It started raining right before we left and there was a big group of about 10 people standing under the awning out front and as we walked by I heard one of them say “Well I made sure my last bite was potato salad so I ended on a good note.” I feel the same. Dang it.

The best BBQ I’ve ate since living in KC. I got the Totchos. The hash browns were fried perfectly and the meat- to die for. So good. Even the bread on the sandwiches my boyfriend ate was good. Potato salad was delicious as well. Will definitely be back!

Finally made it over to Hayward's Pit BBQ to try their Breaded Pork Tenderloin that they have only on Wednesdays! Definitely one I regret not having sooner! This thing was magical. Probably one of the best if not THE best BPT I've ever had due to the exceptional flavor. They marinate them in Helga's Sweet Heat Gourmet Mustard before they bread and fry them! That extra step is top notch! A tad thin but still super moist with an exceptional crunch! They serve them sliced in half and stacked and makes for quite a mouthful! Their BBQ is really great as well. My wife ordered the Hash Sandwich and was also very pleased with her order! It had been years since I had been to Hayward's; last time was their old College Blvd. location but will definitely be returning often now that we have found them again! Our server, Dominique if I recall, was outstanding and really knew her stuff! Thanks for making our experience great!

Andrea was amazing!! She helped us decide what we wanted and the food was spectacular!! The pork burnt ends melted in my mouth and the flavor was perfect! Will be returning!

This place! Always tasty, this spot never disappoints. Went in today to try a few other new items on the menu. We had a burnt ends bowl and The Royal sandwich with tots. Easy parking, into a spacious and clean room...you can't miss at Haywards. Be sure to try their ribs, sausage, and burnt ends. The sides are all solid, sweet potato fries and tots always get me. Their own Bree...the Haywards Amber ale is delicious and easy beer to pair with the menu.

The vibes here are spot on. Classic old-school BBQ joint: picnic-style table covers, a big bar right in the middle, sports on a few TVs, beer signs on the walls, and that unmistakable smoked-meat aroma wrapping around you the second you walk in. Comfortable, nostalgic, and hungry-making in the best way. Andrea was our server, and she nailed it. We weren't greeted right away, but she made eye contact, let us know she'd be back, and when she returned, she owned the table. Calm, confident, and full of recommendations that ended up being dead-on. There's an art to that kind of service -- not pushy, not rushed, just someone who clearly knows the food and trusts it to speak for itself. We kicked things off with the dry rub wings and a side of their Helga sauce (Andrea's call). Perfection. The wings were crispy on the outside, smoky and juicy on the inside. The rub was salty-sweet heaven, and dipping into Helga -- a spicy-sweet mustard sauce -- made them my new favorite wings from a BBQ joint. Cocktail highlight: the Peach Please. Balanced, boozy, just sweet enough -- exactly what you want while digesting smoky meats. For mains, we split a platter: beef burnt ends, ribs, cheddar jalapeño sausage, mac n' cheese, and baked beans, with a side of sweet potato fries. Everything delivered: the sausage was a knockout, the ribs had great bark and juicy bite, the mac was creamy and seasoned with BBQ spice, and the beans? Let's just say they were good enough to make me question my faith, my family, and my life choices. But the star? The beef burnt ends. Outstanding. Juicy, tender, hearty yet delicate. The sweet-and-spicy BBQ sauce elevated them into time-machine territory -- instantly transporting me back to my first unforgettable burnt ends experience. Their regular BBQ sauce? perfection. Andrea even told us to dip the sweet potato fries in the Helga sauce, and if she ran for mayor, I'd not only vote for her but join her campaign. We finished with banana cream pie, locally made -- KC small business supporting small business, which is the KC way. I wanted more flavor from the crust, but still, a sweet note to end an excellent meal. Bottom line: Hayward's is one of the most slept-on BBQ spots in KC. From the nostalgic vibes to Andrea's top-tier service and food that feels both timeless and surprising, it's a place that transports you back to a safer, slower, more delicious time.

Haywards was a pleasant surprise! I was not expecting anything but what I got was a decent tasting BBQ. 1. The pricing is steep for what I can get. I paid $20 for 1/4lb burnt ends and 1/4lb of brisket. While this isn't super expensive it is expensive for the taste and quality. 2. The burnt ends complimented the brisket and the burnt ends were better than the brisket. I didn't use BBQ sauce (which I never do) but the the meat alone was satisfying, rich and bold, not too peppery, but its profile didn't seem very unique and didn't stand out to me as far different from other fairly decent BBQ joints. I give higher ratings the more unique the flavors are because that's what draws my attention and what reflects a standout BBQ joint. 3. All in all I was well pleased and would return. I would like to see how consistent they are and maybe that would increase my rating to a 4 star but I don't see me raising Haywards to 5 stars. If you want a good, safe, bbq meal choice where you won't be utterly upset I'd say Haywards is a safe bet, but I wouldn't expect to have your top blown...but from what I experienced you shouldn't be let down. Again the pricing is a downside.

Classic KC BBQ place with excellent ribs , brisket. We get the rib special for Chiefs games

Stopped here on our way back home. A friend told us they really enjoyed the food. We ordered the platter for two so that we could taste a variety. This included the Ribs, Brisket, and Habanero Cheddar Sausage, Mac and Cheese, Smoked Beans. The ribs had good flavor and were very tender. The brisket was an utter failure. Taste was very bland and sliced paper thin. Not what I would expect for sliced brisket. I ended up making some Aujois and made a French dip sandwich the next day with it. The sausage was essentially a Habanero Summer sausage. Definitely not something you would expect when ordering sausage at a BBQ place. Tasted good the next day on some crackers, but would have made a terrible sandwich. Both sides pretty good. I would recommend getting the ribs if visiting and maybe the wings but I didn't try them.

My friend, who grew up in KCK told me that Hayward's was his favorite barbecue spot. So of course I had to check it out. I took another friend and treated him for lunch here. The staff at Hayward's was super cool and friendly. They were so kind. Jinger was amazing! That makes this next part difficult. The meats were not good. We went in at about 3 PM on a Sunday. We ordered the variety platter for two with ribs, brisket and burnt ends. Also some beans and potato salad. When Jinger brought out the meat platter with lovely serving tongs and bread we were hopeful, but then my buddy remarked that the brisket was gray and I said "Oh boy." The beans and potato salad were very good. The bread was old and crusty and seemed stale. The gray brisket was nearly inedible. It tasted old and almost like it had been held way too long perhaps from a few days ago. The ribs had decent flavor, but they were dried out and chewy. I held out hope for the burnt ends, which were very burnt. Some of them were slightly fatty and moist and juicy like they're supposed to be, and some of them were like super hard, crunchy and dried out. Not much consistency here except for consistently bad meat. I so very much wanted to love this place, but we will not return. It started raining right before we left and there was a big group of about 10 people standing under the awning out front and as we walked by I heard one of them say "Well I made sure my last bite was potato salad so I ended on a good note." I feel the same. Dang it.

This review covers two visits to Hayward's Pit BBQ. The first time FPO and I went, we dined inside, and the reason we noticed Hayward's on 75th and stopped in, is because we saw dogs are welcome in the outdoor patio area in front of the restaurant. Our first visit, the service was as amazing as the food. We went on a Sunday around 4:30, a little before peak dinner time. Our waitress, who said she primarily works during lunch, was very patient with how long it took us to go over the menus and make our decisions. She was also very knowledgeable about the foods (that their fried food is so yummy because they use a very high quality oil), the beer (Boulevard is the best), what was good (burnt ends, potato salad), what was available (some items are on the happy hour menu, but not the regular one, but can still be ordered if you know how). Get the Burnt Ends Mac and Cheese. Trust me. And the house made Sangria. Iced wine and fresh fruit drunk through a straw, where has this been all my life? (The sangria might only be on weekends, I'm not sure, but maybe.) I went back recently for a second time for a take out order. The food still top notch, service seemed to be a little slow. Note: Hayward's has Happy Hour on The weekend for drinks; Monday thru Friday 3-6 pm for food and drink.

It has been over 6 years since the last time I have been to Haywards. This is a new location but the same great food and service. Their interior feels like a BBQ restaurant. They make their own bbq sauce and have a spicy option. It's a little different than the traditional KC BBQ sauce. It was more tomato based with less sugar which I really enjoyed. My wife and daughter had the BBQ bowl and I had the Big Piggy. There was more than enough to eat and everyone enjoyed their meals. This continues to be one of my favorite restaurants when we visit Kansas City. Give it a try, in my opinion you won't be disappointed.

Thursday & full rack of delicious ribs for $19.00. What could be better? I know: Great service and great advice from Toby at the bar. Baked beans, amber beer and desert. I could eat haywards ribs every day of the week. Great food, great service and great prices. 5 stars.

How has this place not become more widely known across the greater Kansas City area? Hidden on 75th Street near Nieman Rd in Johnson County, I'm sad to say that I'd driven past Hayward's numerous times and never really noticed it. It wasn't until a subscriber recommended this spot that I realized my mistake. Hayward's brings some delicious BBQ that should get more recognition than it currently receives. While they have some great ribs and burnt-ends, I feel like they truly shine with their dry-rub wings because they were fantastic. And adding in that you can act like a kid by ordering a grilled cheese sandwich with burnt-ends on the sandwich...talk about some good eating. This spot along with its great customer experience you'll get and the super friendly staff need to be on your list of places to try because you won't be sorry. You can see more of our experience on our YouTube travel channel: https://youtu.be/3_aIHHmWDak

This spot has excellent choices for lunch. The customer service is wonderful. They have a signature beer that is very smooth and tasty. I had the bowl with cheesy corn, burnt ends and cucumber and tomatoes which was bright and delicious. The sauce has a tou h of sweet but adds great flavor without overtaking the smokiness of the meat. Highly recommend

First time eating here. We were enticed to go for the Thursday full slab of ribs for $19.99. Walked in. Immediately greeted and taken to a table. Very clean. The atmosphere was like walking back in time to the family cafe. Loved our waitress, she was so fast and cheery! I'm glad we tried it!

I don't know that I can expound upon my 2018 review all that much! This place is still amazing with good and solid ribs and other BBQ! The best update I can give is this! Food still gets 5 stars! The staff is still amazing and extremely friendly with that downhome feel. The restaurant hasn't changed much so still plenty of atmosphere for that picnic lunch feel! "But Rob... what should I order?" I hear you! if it is lunch time snag one of their amazing sandwiches. The Hayward's Hash sandwich will be my go to. Is it Sunday? Enjoy the Ends to Ends deal? Is it game day? Discounted ribs! Is it Thursday? Well you will find me there for the Rib special! With the two sides please. I'll take the fried mushrooms and the fried mushrooms!

The service was great , everyone is super happy, took orders quickly and the drinks were good as well. The restaurant was your typical barbecue spot when it came to decore. Now in regards to food they hype up the Mac and cheese and burnt ends. They were not great , not much flavor and no bark. Just very tender. I got the ribs and they didn't taste like the hit the grill at all. I like the barbeque sauce. It's not a place I would recommend as a go to spot but it's in the neighborhood.

In town for a wedding and eating here was wonderful. The food was excellent, owner Eric was so friendly and our waitress Tracy was a hoot. The whole experience was just wonderful. So sorry we are so far away in Illinois. Nancy

Usually a good place to go. good barbecue friendly Service. On the other hand, don't be in a hurry if you plan to go there for dinner. Unless you enjoy being treated as if you were invisible by the way, at the bar "I'll take care of you in two seconds" really means five minutes. Bartender should stick with drinks and beers and skip trying to be a server. Plan B was Zarda barbecue they were quick in and out less than five minutes with my carry out order. I haven't given up on Haywards but they lost out on $40 dinner tonight. Upon follow up visit we had a very good lunch. I dined with a regular and he brought me up to speed on which servers to avoid.

Hayward's Pit BBQ demands R.E.S.P.E.C.T! For its flavorful sandwiches and sides, summer stationery feel, and lovely staff. Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, and The Temptations fill the open concept room, reminding diners that Hayward's has Something To Say. You're not here to work remotely or talk business, but to relax and enjoy your lunch. In terms of meat, my choice is the beef brisket. Done correctly, on a warm Roma bun with two sides to boot and a squeeze bottle full of balanced BBQ sauce ready to assist. It's not hard to find BBQ that stands out, but BBQ that stands strong? That's uncommon. Luckily, Hayward's breaks the curve, offering meats that rival any Kansas pit master's creation. If you're looking for a shaded summer picnic setting, surrounded by good people and better food, Hayward's doors are OPEN!

Grew up with this place as a favorite. Those days are gone! Food quality has gone way down and the place is filthy.

I can sum up Haywards in one word, "ribs!" Their sauce is unique and unlike most sweet KC sauces, it's tangy. My understanding is, and I could be wrong, is the founder, Hayward Spears once worked for Gates BBQ before branching off on his own. His sauce is similar to Gates but better imo. I can't say I've been to the current location but used to go to the old College & Antioch location. It was always a treat. The place was clean and had full table service if I remember right. Put them on your list for "must try." You won't regret it.

I previously was so happy with the slabs of bar b que that comes in a Styrofoam container to go,sent my daughter to pickup to slabs of ribs on Saturday, on Sunday when I saw the ribs I was so disappointed, these look like baby back ribs wrapped in clear food wrap and put in a black sack 60.00 plus shaking my head I was furious, I've been a faithful customer for years...after that not so sure going forward and I've spreaded the word in the past about how awesome they were,that was a change that was not good for me

I recently started going to this restaurant in June of 2025 because of their Thursday rib special. The ribs were great but customer wasn't so great. I had a free appetizer that was one of their amenities and when I asked the employee that served me he decided not to give it to me and made an excuse and walked away as if I wasn't still standing there to finish addressing this matter. I emailed them the next day hoping to resolve it that way but there hasn't been any response or communication, I'm will never go to this restaurant ever again.

Decent place. Good sauces. Friendly staff, great service. Smaller portions. Clean i had the crispy pork belly and brisket. I would go back and try some other items.

...and here we are a year later, in town and back at Hayward's. Still lovin' it! We ordered a variety platter plate for one. It was enough for three people! Our choice of three meats was brisket, burnt ends, and pulled pork. All moist, lightly smoky, tender. Our choice fit two sides was fries and fried okra. Both were fresh, hot, and spot on.

Thursday is 20$ slabs day and they are good. That's all I've had there besides fries and onion rings and the are really good also. If you enjoy bbq ribs give Hayward's a try. Haven't had a bad server yet

Terrible! The reviews must not be for the chicken or brisket..... I don't do sides and love a good brisket, however the was so bad the entire half pound I ordered ended up in the trash. Zero flavor! And it was cut like it was a Philly.... Nasty thin, plus the texture of lunch meat.... Something was very wrong about this brisket. The chicken seemed odd too, lunch meat texture. Color looked very off.... I know what smoke color is and this was not that.... An odd yellow color. And to say dry was an understatement. If you want good smoked meat WITHOUT sauce.... Because let's be real good smoked meat shouldn't need any sauce to cover it up. Zero stars...

Haywards is always a great KC BBQ option. I like to get carry out and then head across the street to Pathlight Brewing for a brew to wash it down with. But they also carry a good selection of draft beers if you decide to eat it there. I always have to get the portabella 'shrooms. They are lightly breaded and sliced thin so you don't end up burning your mouth with exploding mushroom liquid. Plus the horseradish sauce is I normally get DJ's mushroom and Swiss but this trip I opted to try the new QUE-Bano-Pulled Pork, Smoked Ham, sliced pickles and housemade ancho chile mustard spread on toasted bolillo roll. It was ginormous and so good. If it becomes a permanent fixture, I'll be going between the two sandwiches. I decided on the thick cut fries for a side. They're crisp, golden, not overly seasoned, and generous portions. This was made into two meals so it's pretty cost effective too.

Saturday evening we arrived around 8pm. Plenty of parking. Nice building with outdoor patio seating. We were seated right away and had to order pretty quickly. Comes to find out they close at 8:30pm which is quite early on a Saturday night. We both ordered a sandwich with a side. Food came out pretty quickly and it was good. We practically had the whole place to ourselves. I did a check in on Yelp and received a 10% off on our meal. Good food. Nice atmosphere. Service was good. Decent price.

Great BBQ!! Definitely going back when in Shawnee! Service was fantastic! Ambiance was rugged and well maintained, exactly what you would expect for a BBQ restaurant.

Ribs were amazing! Meat fell off the bone. I selected Mac-n-cheese which was so creamy and cheesy. My second choice for a side was the fried okra which were crispy and tasty. I will definitely try this place out again!

I enjoy coming here when working close by to get their rib lunch. The service is always fast and friendly whether I'm at a table or the bar. The atmosphere has a sports bar feel but without the overwhelming loudness of a sports bar.

I love the food and the location. I really enjoyed a cheesecake someone had made a couple of years ago but, they don't have it anymore. My husband and I go here when we are craving BBQ and you should too. It is great and affordable. The staff are fantastic also.

I've been here so many times, so it's high time that I wrote an actual review. Here's the short version: it's phenomenal. The BBQ is done just right across the board. Hayward's daily specials are great, their pulled pork is tender with just the right smoke, and their burnt ends are the best I've found in the city. Hayward's has moved around the JoCo area, but now it is anchored on the southern border of Shawnee. Indoor and outdoor seating, along with seating at a great bar, with simple accents, makes for a great place to enjoy amazing barbecue. The menu is not overcrowded but has plenty of variety. Pork or beef, beast or bird, everything is done with spectacular smokepit skill. The KC BBQ market is fairly saturated, so it takes a pitmaster to set a place apart and give it a signature flavor. Hayward's uses real hickory and while that can sometimes be a strong smoke flavor, they are tempering it perfectly and allowing that low-and-slow approach to do all the talking. I recommend their St. Louis-style ribs (a lunch special gives you 5 ribs) with meat done so right that all you have left is bone. Their sandwiches are always piled high and finished perfectly, like the Royal, and their platters are loaded with smoked meats and sides. Even the wings are a signature item, smoked and finished with your choice of Buffalo or Hayward's BBQ sauces. Friendly staff, tremendous value, and an always-leave-you-wanting-more menu. That's what Hayward's brings to the BBQ scene, and us denizens of western JoCo can be ecstatic about this place!

Typically my first meal when I land in Kansas City is barbecue. There are so many great choices for barbecue here that it's hard to pick. I strolled into Hayward's on a Sunday afternoon around 4 PM, sat at the bar, was greeted by a terrific server and ordered a local beer while I looked at the menu. They claimed to have "the best burnt ends ever". It's quite a claim in this town! So I ordered the burnt ends and ribs dinner with a side of beans and tots. The ribs were meaty, cooked perfectly, not over seasoned and had a gorgeous pink smoke ring. Absolutely perfect. The burnt ends were spectacular. They really were the best I've ever eaten. The serving size was just right so I had a couple of bones to take with me for a midnight snack. My experience defines why barbecue in Kansas City is so popular and so yummy. I will be back many times.

First time trying Hayward's. Our table each tried something different, all along the sandwich side of the menu. It solved the craving for delicious bbq. I totally loved the sauce that had a nice kick to it and covered my sandwich in extra sauce. The onion rings were tasty. The fries were ok, but needed some seasoning. Service was awesome. All in all, it was a great choice. Will definitely keep this on our list.

Cockroach palace, seeing one in the resraunt is one thing but finding a half eaten one on your plate is another. Went outside and threw up in parking lot. Owner refused to take meal off bill. Real dirt-ball.

Had the lunch special pork tenderloin and it was really good. Service was exceptional. Highly recommended.

Are good tasted good and the sweet and sour slaw was great! But, sadly nothing was very hot. Luke warm at best. Great service.

GREAT SERVICE! Fast friendly service and huge portions. The okra was my favorite. The wings were fall off the bone. We all enjoyed everything. Use the coupon.

Hayward's is in good hands. We hadn't been to Hayward's since they were sold and moved a couple of times. So we finally made the trek from Raytown and we are glad we did. We went for a late lunch and found a discounted lunch menu. Lunches include 2 sides and a drink. My wife said the burnt ends were as good as any in KC. I enjoyed the brisket on a bun mixing their regular and spicy sauces. Not as good as my favorite, Gates, but a close 2nd. The sides - fries, tots, beans, and slaw were good. The service was friendly. Mr. Hayward Spears' photo was on a wall. He passed away the next day.

Terrific. The ribs, burnt ends and beans were all spot on. Great service. It was our first visit but we will definitely be back.

My Wife and I came here because this was My Dads favorite when he was in town , it was good ! The burnt ends and rib platter was yummy , the bbq sauce is one of the beast I've had . Met the (new) Owner Erik, nice guy . The only reason for only 3 stars was my wife's beer was flat and both the coleslaws we tried were not to our liking, did however loved the beans .

Before I start my update, I just want to write a quick Haywards BBQ historical recap. Back in the day, the restaurant was one of the more popular local restaurants. Over the years, the food quality and service fell off leading to its sale. The new owners came in and injected new life into the business and its recipes. They also moved it from it's spacious south Johnson County location to a small and cramped Lenexa location, which just didn't fit. Now, present day (as of this writing,) Haywards has moved yet again, to a spot just east of 75th and Nieman. I hope this is a permanent move. My biggest criticism of the restaurant's previous location was how small and cramped it was. This isn't an issue in the new space. There's a nice space at the entrance, where your party can wait while the staff clears a table. Once you're inside, there are plenty of high tops and booths to choose from. They're spaced well, so you're not encroaching on anybody dining nearby. You can even belly up at the bar and not have to worry about people reaching over you for their drinks. There are tvs too, just in case you want to see how well your favorite team is playing, and a large patio, in case you want to dine outside when the weather is right. The menu is full of high quality Kansas City barbecue. I like the Burnt Ends and Wings platter, which is served with two sides (I chose onion rings and beans,) however I don't think you can make a bad choice. Be prepared for full serving sizes. Please don't feel bad if you ask for a container to go. Of note, like other barbecue restaurant, I found the base sauce to be a little thick and sweet so I graduated to the hot sauce. You know what you like better than anybody. Please feel free to trust your instincts. Service was prompt, polite and knowledgeable. They made a great experience even better.

Hayward's is one of the venerable que joints in town. It still has amazing ribs and smoked meats. Sides are not as A list as other places. Still good, but they could use some work.

Of course if your in Kansas City you have to have some KC BBQ! Excellent food, everything was excellent the only thing I would change is the Ham is thinly sliced, I prefer thicker sliced and we did mt get the smoked Turkey, our Waiter Tony was awesome!!

Visited Shawnee, Kansas on a recent trip from Arizona for a family reunion. Had to have some BBQ immediately, i of course went back to a place I remembered from the late 70's, early 80's. Hayward's Pit didn't let me down, still turning out the best bbq that brought back a lot of memories of eating ribs with my mom and dad. If you haven't tried it before, please try it, you will be hooked like I am.

Got 6 slabs on Thursday. Taking them to Salina KS for my Mother-in-laws 81st Birthday. Oh they look sooo good!Oh did I say we were taking 6. I meant 5. ( taste test had to be performed ). Passed with flying colors Thanks again for great BBQ

I am on a mission looking for great and delicious bbq. Hayward's did not disappoint. The atmosphere is like you stepped into a cozy and relaxed environment. I absolutely love how being here felt like the days before we had technology in a great way. Looking around you did not see anyone on their phones. People were enjoying the food and their company. The service was great and the food is so good. I had the rib and burnt end platter. It is a generous portion of a half slab and a nice portion of burnt ends. It comes with 2 sides. I opted for the smokehouse beans and tater tots, The ribs were so delicious they didn't need any sauce. They fell off the bone. So tender and flavorful. The burnt ends were equally as good. The beans are super good and even the tater tots were nice and crisp. And not greasy. My husband had a delicious lean brisket sandwich and he throughly enjoyed it. We will definitely come back.

I'm writing this during the 2020 quarantine. I ordered my meal online which was easy and pain free. The website is well organized and easy to navigate. Once my order was complete I was given a time the my food would be ready. Upon arrival even with a line around the parking lot the staff was great at seeing who was there and ready for pickup. My food arrived at my car on time was given to me by a very friendly staff member. The ribs were spectacular as always. Being the first time I got the jalapeño cheesy corn they do have a bit of heat but we're delicious and the portion was huge!! If you are looking for BBQ in the area this is your far my favorite and I am glad to see that their service and quality is not slacked during the quarantine!

Some of the best bbq that I've had in the Johnson County. The portions were very generous for what I paid for.