Slap's BBQ

The Mike Johnson sandwich was outstanding. I’m usually not a fan of pretzel buns, but this one completely won me over—soft, flavorful, and the perfect match for the smoked meats inside. We also tried the burnt ends, which have quite the reputation, and it’s well deserved—they were tender, smoky, and packed with flavor. There’s no indoor seating, and the outdoor setup is pretty basic, but honestly, the quality of the BBQ more than makes up for it. The food is the star here, and it delivers big time. I’d definitely recommend giving Slap’s your business—I know I’ll be back soon!

A must-stop in Kansas City, Slap's BBQ is aptly named—this place truly "slaps"! The best part for me is that it's Gluten Free! Having tried BBQ in the South and East, I can confidently say Slap's has earned its reputation. The meat is incredibly tender, well-seasoned, and packed with flavor. Portions are huge, and the sides are shareable, featuring the tastiest sweet potato fries and coleslaw I've had. Seriously, everything here hit the mark and then some. The burnt ends were perfectly crispy yet tender, while the chicken leg quarter and beef cuts offered a delightful, naturally smoky flavor. The sausage was incredibly flavorful, and while a touch salty for my personal taste, it was beautifully balanced by the sweet potato fries and creamy coleslaw. Don't miss the sauce station, where you'll find both spicy and sweet BBQ options. They perfectly complement the meats without overwhelming their natural flavors, offering a delightful blend of sweet, smoky, and just the right amount of red chili spice. Plus, there are plenty of lids and boxes for your inevitable leftovers! My only minor gripe was that the picnic tables weren't cleaned after each use. However, if I'm ever in Kansas City again, I'm driving straight to Slap's BBQ - This isn't just a clever name; it's a promise delivered.

Slaps BBQ in Kansas City, Kansas is a well-known and popular barbeque spot in the Kansas City metro! It is known for its juicy and tender meat selections and tasty sides. This spot is wonderful to visit on sunny days because of it's rooftop patio. From the top patio, you have a great view of the KC skyline in the background. You order at the main counter right when you walk in and the food comes out very quick. Make sure to try the combo platter to taste a little bit of everything!

As a tourist, I can't recommend this place enough. If I ever come back to KC this'll be my first stop. The ribs and brisket were melt-in-your-mouth tender, and seasoned to perfection so you don't even need any sauce (but if you do try some, it's the only place I've been where the sauce doesn't taste like pickles and brown paint). Be prepared for a wait, though. Got there at 11:05 right after they opened and there was already a line to the street. Sides would've been better with Heinz ketchup, but I didn't exactly come here for the onion rings so I'm not going to dock them for the Code 57.

Food opinion. Burnet ends: 7/10 good but not unbelievable Brisket: 2/10. Tough, no flavor, and dry Chicken: 7.5/10 good flavor Ribs: 7/10 tender, and flavorful Onion rings: 10/10 great texture and flavor Overall: 6/10 I am sure people really like this place but as someone who has had some of the best BBQ in the southern regions in the US this place does not compare. Brisket was a huge disappointment but sides were okay except the Onion Rings were fantastic. Everything else was pretty good nothing spectacular.

Definitely a must try place for BBQ in KC. The burnt ends were phenomenal. The turkey wasn't dry at all and had really great flavor. The Beans were sweet but delicious. The pulled pork and Mac & cheese were both decent/solid but nothing to rave about. The additional jalapeno cheddar sausage that we ordered was a great addition as a side, but I probably wouldn't order that as a main meat, it was really great as a side. I wish I had tried the ribs, but that is for next time. It was fairly busy during the lunch rush, but the line moved along well. There was nice weather so the outside seating was being utilized, had the weather not been nice it probably would have been hard to get an indoor seat. Parking could be a challenge during their busiest times. I highly recommend checking Slaps out over somewhere like Jack Stacks. I've tried most of the big name BBQ in KC and Slaps has easily made it into my top 5 if not top 3.

The first time was excellent. Had a pulled pork sandwich and Mac. Husband has burnt ends, brisket, and sausage fries and beans. With three beers spent $60. Not terrible. Beware if you don't get there early enough you may have to wait in line. (But that just shows how good it is). Some outdoor seating on ground and elevated. Great view of the downtown skyline.

Slaps was recommended by multiple people to me and I see why . It was really good . Met all expectations. There was a line when we arrived , but it moves quickly . There aren't a bunch of tables available, but by the time we got our food we were able to find a spot to sit . I ordered the sampler platter to share with my son, we added the burnt ends and ribs. Everything was cooked perfectly. The cheesy corn was ok , but I the slaw was great I will definitely be back here when in the area

During this last trip to KC this was my favorite of the 3 BBQs I tried. I haven't had bad BBQ in KC yet, but the turkey and ribs really stood out at Slap's. Everything was just super juicy and delicious. There was a bit of a line when we got there, but once you take a bite you understand why.

As an out of towner with dogs, this place was welcoming and accommodating. The staff was super friendly and helpful when ordering and the food was amazing. Highly recommend the pulled pork and cheesy corn. The sausage is fabulous as well.

This is my second time at slaps - the high reviews it's received so far should tell you that it's a top BBQ contender in KC. You walk in and make your way to the counter where you order. If you did an online order, there's a separate window that you can walk up to for your order. Line moves quick, and you can see them carving the meats for your order right in front of you. We got a platter combo, which came with brisket, ribs, burnt ends, and sausage, along with 4 different sides. Everything was solid. If you are familiar with different BBQ styles, KC does brisket slightly different from Texas for example. Therefore, I will say that my favorites for KC barbeque tends to be ribs and burnt ends, which Slaps nailed. Perfectly smoked, tender and juicy meats, which paired great with the sides. It's plenty of food too - we ordered for two and had lots to take home. For seating, there's outdoor covered seating. There's a self serve area where you can get your own sauces and more pickles if needed - they have two different kinds of BBQ sauces. It's pretty packed and seating is definitely limited, but there's enough people coming and going so there wasn't too much trouble getting a spot. Overall, top spot for BBQ in KC. It ranks as highly as several spots in town.

Slap's BBQ in Kansas City, Kansas, is a true gem for barbecue enthusiasts. Known for delivering some of the finest ribs and pulled pork in KC, this restaurant is a must-visit destination for anyone craving authentic barbecue flavors. The ribs are a standout, with a perfect smoke flavor that highlights the quality of the meat. They are cooked to perfection, offering a tender and juicy experience that leaves you wanting more. The pulled pork is equally impressive, boasting a succulent texture that melts in your mouth, paired with just the right amount of smokiness. One thing to keep in mind is that Slap's BBQ is popular, so you should plan to arrive early. The demand for their mouth-watering barbecue is high, and they can run out of certain items later in the day. Overall, Slap's BBQ offers an exceptional barbecue experience, both in terms of the flavors and ambiance, which embody Kansas City barbecue's essence. Whether you're a local or a visitor, it's a spot that should not be missed.

5 stars for Slap's BBQ. This is one of those BBQ places in Kansas City that is a MUST VISIT. I had "The Sandwich" - brisket version and it comes with onion rings, bbq sauce and a cheese sauce similar to a queso and a side order of fries. Absolutely delicious and super filling. I'd totally recommend if you want a great BBQ meal and to be filled up all day. As an FYI- if you come during prime hours be prepared to wait in a long line and limited parking in their lot so you may have to park on the street.

Delicious and so much to choose from! I love that they have different combo meals and plates you can decide upon. I shared the burnt end combo and you got one other choice of meat (we chose brisket!) and two sides (cheesy corn was so cheesy!) I would say the sandwich combos are decent sized too!! Had plenty of leftovers for lunch the next day for cheap! They had two outside area! One covered up too and one fully covered outside patio. Which I loved for the nice day it was. The smell of the bbq cooking was the best haha! The employees there were so nice and helpful, it started to get busy when we got there and they were so patient with us since we had never been in before. Overall will be going back for the amazing bbq and maybe to watch a chiefs game on the patio!!

I try to rate places based on what they are trying to be. Slap's is exactly what it is trying to be: Classic BBQ in a classic BBQ joint w classic BBQ service. Burnt ends (5/5), Turkey (5/5) both great. Brisket (4/5) pretty good. Sides were also classic -- nothing bad to say about them. The spicy BBQ sauce is terrific. Service friendly and accommodating. No surprises here -- really good BBQ in really good BBQ joint.

Pretty good barbecue, but KC's best. Slap's is listed up there amongst the KCBBQ locales. It was on my way to Fort Leavenworth, and I'd never been, so I tried it out. When I first drove by there was already a line forming outside the front entrance, which was promising. I parked close by, but there was both lot parking to the rear of and across the street of the restaurant. I got in line and looked up what their specialty was. As the line moves you into the building, the staff at the bar will ask if you want to drink while you wait - why not? I tried this Giggle Pig, a German-style wheat bier served exclusively at Slap's. They had a lot of BBQ to try, I decided to try their Burnt Ends Combo plate, which comes with burnt ends, another meat, and two sides. I went with the burnt ends, brisket, mac, and slaw. The burnt ends were tender on the inside, flavored well. The brisket was very thinly sliced and lean. I am not a fan of this cut of brisket, but I did enjoy the taste. The sides were fine. I wouldn't rave much about the sauces. The sweet is molasses based and the spicy is runny, and tomato based. The sauces were meh and buried the already good tasting bbq. Next time, I would try a sandwich or get some ribs. You can even get just "one rib" for $3.50. The Cattleman looked good it has sausage, brisket and burnt ends. Staff was super friendly and made the experience. I would come back.

What a delicious hole-in-the-wall BBQ place! Came here with our local friends. We were shocked at how long the line was-but we knew it had to be good! The line moves pretty quickly, they have a great system down. They can and do run out of stuff so get there early! The spicy BBQ is the best!

Great service and incredible burnt ends. Got there right at 12 and the line was at the door.

*CELIAC, GLUTEN FREE REVIEW smaller, authentic BBQ places like this aren't always known for being the most celiac friendly, but the staff here were so kind and helpful with explaining what was and wasn't gluten free, and changed gloves for me while getting my order. I got the burnt ends combo with turkey, all meats are GF and so are the sauces! I got the potato casserole and coleslaw as sides, so yummy and I did not get sick.

Slaps is pretty tasty. I enjoyed the meat and the sides. I wasn't a big fan of their sauces, but for the most part I wouldn't hesitate to send my friends or family here for some good bbq.

Again, I'm jaded from Texas BBQ and my own. Slaps gets packed and is good, but not great to me. Outdoor seating on picnic benches, perfect. Cheesy corn not good. Sausage ok, brisket slices thin and no smoke flavor. Slices need to be thicker. Burnt ends ok but too fatty. I knmow their award winning but I was disappointed.

I was only in KC for one day. Reddit and Yelp seemed to agree that Slap's should be the place to try if you only have time to try one BBQ place in KC. We got ribs, burnt ends and brisket. They were all pretty damn good, but they do need sauce, especially the brisket. I personally feel like meats should be able to stand on their own without sauce ... however, Slap's happens to make the best BBQ sauces I've ever had in my life!! I normally go for spicy BBQ sauce because I like heat. Slap's was easily the best spicy BBQ sauce I've ever had. It had so much depth. Actually, the sweet BBQ sauce was also as rich and complex, even if it wasn't spicy. I was regularly going between both sauces. We got Mac and cheese, onion rings and potato casserole for sides. While the Mac and onion rings were really good, the potato casserole stole the show. To be totally honest, it kind of stole the spotlight from the BBQ for me.

With so much BBQ in Kansas City, I can be overly critical at times because there are so many options when one is not as great as another. Slap's has quickly made a name for itself as a newer addition to the discussions about great BBQ in Kansas City. For me personally though, I may have ordered items that aren't there best. The cheesy corn is good, but it wasn't something where I'm clamoring for another serving. I also got the Southern Comfort pulled pork sandwich, which I didn't love on the first bite. However, with each additional bite, I found myself enjoying it more and more. It had a slow build of flavor that showed me that Slap's is making a name around the city for a reason, but I think I'd try something else on my next visit. You can see more of our experience on our YouTube travel channel: https://youtu.be/S5_r-ZYdeVY

No matter when you come there will most likely be a line. I came to the SLAPS on a Thursday around 30min after they had opened and there was a line all ready. Which I was not surprised about the line. The line moved at a decent pace probably because the menu was one the wall while in line and customers were able to think if unfamiliar with the menu. The employee that took my order was quite quick and cheerful, which made the exchange very smooth. If you come in a group they make it not complicated with theirflow of transaction to dish out feed with very little weight and made transaction. Apparently, customers order everything since they had it premade in a warmer and you could tell it was made fresh based on the lack of dryness in the meat and sides. I knew their portions are not small so I shared with my wife. We ordered together the Cattleman's Plate with a side of warm potato salad and coleslaw which had hit the spot with deliciousness. I won't lie as a born and raised Kansas Citian that our style of bbq is smothered in sauce to hide the texture of meat. However, at Slaps the meat quality is top bbq competition with tenderness and flavor. I believe it helps with the flow of the line and wait that the bbq sauce, ketchup, silverware, and napkins are found in the outdoor seating area. There's no indoor seating so my group and I took over a large bench. The seating area generally busy so expect sharing your table or potentially waiting for an open area to sit.

Finally tried Slaps after several years of living in Kansas City - it's a crime I haven't been here before! I somehow managed to show up when there was zero line, which is a miracle. Whenever I have driven by before, there's been a line down to the sidewalk. The line moves pretty quick because the counter service is efficient and organized. There are huge menus on the wall, so plenty of time to decide on what to order before you get to the front of the line. There's also a bar inside as well. The brisket was so juicy and tender - it was basically falling apart. The ribs were flavorful and fell right off the bone. The burnt ends were perfect - not chewy or too charred. The sides are great! I loved the macaroni and cheese. There's plenty of indoor and outdoor picnic table seating. There is extra bbq sauce out on the patio! They have a decently sized parking lot, but it fills up quick when they're busy (which is all the time). Definitely one of KC's best bbq spots!

It slaps and it's the bbq you need to try here in Kansas. Everything taste wise, comfort wise, ease of parking and moving through the whole ordeal deserves the 4 stars but simply it's too expensive for me to justify coming back. Do it once and love it forever.

This is the first BBQ joint I went to after moving up here from SC. It is by far the best BBQ I have ever had! The servers are super friendly! Such amazing flavor and care goes into this food!

In town visiting for work. Asked a round and was advised to go to this and one other place. This one was close to my work so I swung by here for lunch one day. Service is Counter style and at lunch on a Wednesday it was probably about 20 people deep. Only took about 15 minutes to get to the line so really not that long of a wait. Food was instant as the counter provides you your food right before you check out. As I was new to the area, I wanted to try a little bit of everything so I opted for a two meat plate and added a third side of jalapeño smoked sausage at the end. My other two meats were the ribs and the burnt ends Wow!! These burnt ends are probably some of the best I've ever had. Dip them in a little bit of their sweet and or spicy sauces and the flavors really are on fire! They ribs are fall off the bone tasty and have a nice dry rub that can be complemented with their sauces. The jalapeño sausage, I thought could've had a little more cheese and jalapeño in it as it mostly was sausage, but still were tasty! The sides were both delicious as well with the baked beans again, being some of the best I've ever had! The mac & cheese was on point as well as it had real chunks of bacon in it mmmmmmmmmm Bacon! A relatively large seating area outside replete with picnic tables, and a couple other tables is where you can dine if you choose to stay.If you only have the chance to try even just a few types of barbecue to try in KC, this should definitely one of them!

I honestly usually never crave BBQ food... Yes, yes, I know! SORRY! I don't know why! Maybe cause NYC just did me wrong and always comes out as a dissapointment. I'm glad Kansas City turned me around. If only you saw my face expressions with shocked, surprised and awe'd of how amazing that sampler platter I've ordered. Portion was perfect. Not overally stuffed where i'm about to explode but just enough where i can roll into bed and knock out. Just putting diff. slabs of meat on bread and tossing some sides on top making my own concoctions got me Wowwed at how the flavors were. Smokey, Tangy, a bit of sweet, and a hint of kick in ALL of em! Also love how they gave me extra sauce to dip, drizzle, take shots with! YES, that's how good it was. I'm not even gonna lie. I had 2 extra sauce cups and I ended up dipping that with my meal the next day! Overall. Thank you for slapping my senses. CAUSE BARRRRRBAHHHHQUEEEE is gonna be on mahhhh mindddd allll dayyyy!

I went on a recommendation from a client. I was not disappointed. The meat was moist, not dry like some BBQ spots. I liked their sauce, the spicy was still very edible. I've been back twice when I was working in the area.

I came here on the recommendation that this is the best BBQ in Kansas City. If this is what Kansas City BBQ has to offer I will never trust a midwesterner to recommend a restaurant again. I ordered the cattleman plate with baked beans, Mac and cheese, and fried pickles on the side. The brisket was dry and looked like overcooked tri tip. Definitely the lowlight of the meal. I've made far better brisket at home and I've only ever cooked brisket twice. The burnt ends were uneventful. I was looking forward to these the most but they were soggy and lacked the texture I was hoping for. The polish sausage was alright. It's sausage. It's not what you came for. Mac and Cheese was the other lowlight of the meal. It tasted like they use velveeta or something. Tasted cheap and lacked any real flavor. I actually enjoyed the baked beans and fried pickles but this is a bbq joint and you don't go out of your way for baked beans. Sorry KC but If slaps is some of your best BBQ I will have to let everyone know that you can't hold a candle to Texas, Memphis, or Carolina.

Ribs & burnt ends combo plate - comes with two sides + ribs fall off the bone, tender + Mac n cheese : good, bacon was a nice touch + Potato casserole - warm, cheesy, not tangy like potato salad - Burnt ends - dry & tough Minimal service, normal bbq style.

I've been here a few times and get a great meal for the price paid. there is typically a line and that's ok because that simply means it's great food. the team is friendly and the food is delicious. be sure to try the different varieties of BBQ sauce. there is a covered area outside with heaters to keep you warm while you eat.

Was really good food. My first time here and the employees were helpful and patient with me in getting my order.

Coming back from Colorado we decided to stop In KC for BBQ since they have some of the best BBQ around. I have worked for Sugarfire in the past and have seen quality tremble when franchising, I wanted to find a place that is singular location since typically the food is much higher quality. Had a great conversation with guy serving up and gave me a few burnt ends to try and they were to die for I ordered the meat platter and it was probably enough food to serve 2 people or more. The brisket was very lean and not fatty, pulled pork had great flavor and the jalapeño cheddar sausage was amazing. Turkey was also not dry at all and tasted great with The sweet sauce, absolutely delicious. I loved the outdoor tent that's heated it's a self serve so you don't have to ask anybody for any Togo containers or anything I like how they make it and easier experience

We were on a BBQ quest as we happened to be in Kansas for a game. Tried their ribs, burnt ends, brisket, jalapeno cheddar sausage, baked potato casserole,fried pickles. The food was a 3 to 4. I bumped my review to 4 because they treat customers right. Ribs were tender and came off the bone easily but not too easy that they were mush. Brisket was just ok. Burnt ends were tender large chunks. I enjoyed the burnt ends but maybe I don't understand because I thought that they would be more caramelized from the burning and the sauce. Instead it was healthy chunks of darker meat. But quite good. Not a fan of the fried pickles. They give a healthy portion of food, so we had leftovers. Baked Potato casserole was relatively mild but tasty. Waiting line moved quickly, servers are pleasant. I would go again. Worth a trip for good BBQ since everyone likes it a little different and this may come in tops for you. It was 3rd on my list following Joe's and Q39.

While I was on vacation in Kansas City, I heard about this barbecue joint. The wait in line was worth it. This is the best barbecue hands-down I have had. I wish we had stuff like this in California. Definitely will be coming here again if I'm in the Kansas City area, keep up the good work. You have to try this place.

This barbecue slapped if I must say. We had a good time. We got a wide variety a different things to try such as the barbecue the pickles, the mac & cheese beans everything was really good. We had a good time and really enjoyed ourselves. Kansas City is filled with barbecue places, and this is one that I really enjoyed.

The locals will tell you this place is the best and it really is. While waiting in line, everyone was raving about the food here. I didn't have to wait long on a Saturday afternoon to order my burnt ends. LIKE BUTTER. They give you a hefty portion and the prices are so reasonable for the amount of food you get. Easily enough to share. Great beer selection too if you want to wash this phenomenal food down with a cold one. Lots of seating outdoors (covered and uncovered). On a nice day, go sit up on their upper patio for a beautiful view of downtown Kansas City. Another plus - there's parking both in their lot and across the street for free. Next time I find myself in town, I'll be back here. So goooooood!!!

DELICIOSOOOOO! I came here around lunch time on a Monday - it wasn't dead but wasn't totally busy. There was a few people in line and I waited around 5-8 minutes in line before ordering. The actual shop itself is quite small but there's tons of seating that's covered right next to the shop, outside on their little rooftop deck, and then right in front of the restaurant. Everything was taken except the tables out in front so that's where we sat! This BBQ place is well known and very highly rated, so it's usually a poppin' place at any time or day. The employees were nice and efficient with getting your meal. I got the burnt ends & brisket combo with bacon mac and cheese, coleslaw, white bread, and pickles & jalapeños. I ate it all clean except the white bread! It was so delicious. The coleslaw was creamy and cut finely which I love. The mac and cheese was flavorful and gooey. The burnt ends were to dieeeee for, easily my favorite thing on my plate. The brisket was tasty it was just thin, but I apparently that's how the brisket is served in KC. It was still very delicious! It was so good I wanted more of it. The potato casserole was phenomenal and think I'd get that as one of my sides if I ever come again when I'm in Kansas City. Overall I had a great experience at Slap's! Will totally come again if ever in Kansas City!

This place most definitely did slap! Cool spot. We got half a rack of ribs, burnt ends and turkey. The portion of turkey and burnt ends - did seem small but the employee weight it out. We tried four different sides; potato casserole - good, mac n cheese with bacon - good, bbq beans - very good and cheesy corn - alright. The ribs were the best. I can't remember if I liked the spicy or sweet bbq sauce more - both were good regardless but added a different flavour profile. Turkey was good, very moist - just not enough of it. Burnt ends too were good. Sat on there little rooftop terrace which was nice, with a local beer each. However, women's restroom - replace the toilet seat - that thing was nasty.

I was close by taking care of some business and decided to take a lunch break. At first I was thinking why stand here in a parking lot? Well it was a short wait because you order food at counter and receive it and pay and on your way to sit and eat. So the 15 min wait no problem. I decided on the southern comfort sandwich, two bones of ribs and Mac and cheese side. Ribs hands down best I've had , tender and seasoned perfectly! Sandwich pulled pork with coleslaw amazing, my father in law got me started on these sometime back a favorite of mine. Pulled pork very good. Service great, gentleman watching tables leave him a tip! And you will want to go back for more.

Took my out-of-town bestie to Slaps so she could try a real taste of KC BBQ! I love Slaps. We ordered the burnt ends combo with pulled pork, baked beans, cheesy corn and an extra side of fried pickles. The food never disappoints! The only downside was the hour long wait in line in the blazing hot sun. They could use some shade for that wait, and even some water coolers would be nice. Long wait means good food for sure! They are doing some renovation so the bathrooms were a bit of a mess. But the patio area and upper deck provide plenty of seating! Recommend ordering online and doing a pickup to avoid the line! Delicious!! Will come back!

We arrived right when they opened on a Saturday and still waited in line for an hour and twenty minutes before getting our food. That's insane! That's probably the most I've ever waited in line for food. But was it worth it? Hell yeah! The staff here was great. They were very friendly and the person that took our order thanked us for stopping in and assured us that we were about to have the best bbq in Kansas City. The best thing about waiting so long in line is that you get your food when ordering so it's not like you're waiting in line for an hour just for a table and then still having to wait on someone. The food is given to you immediately. And there's plenty to tables so you don't have to worry about not having anywhere to sit. My wife ordered their Burnt End combo with brisket, fried and Mac and cheese. I ordered their Rib Plate with burnt ends, cheesy corn and Mac & cheese. The brisket I felt was sliced a little too thin, but it had a beautiful smoke ring and was very tender. My ribs also had a beautiful smoke ring and very flavorful. It didn't have much seasoning, but still tasted great. The burnt ends here were definitely my favorite out of 3 that I tried that weekend. They tasted great. Very tender and not too much fat at all. The side were also really good, especially the cheesy corn. This one was thicker than another version I had tried the day prior. Will without a doubt be returning here on my next visit.

Super tasty. Good portions. I was stuffed. I like how they had a spicy and a sweet sauce that tasted completely different. They didn't just spicy up the sweet sauce. I would recommend.

I have a a great experience at this BBQ restaurant. The overall atmosphere and family style seating are great. It will take time to be served but the service is amazing. This is a must go when in the area.

We were passing through KC and had to get some BBQ. We chose SLAPs because I had seen it on TV. We ordered turkey, ribs, brisket, pulled pork, potato casserole, hush puppies, Cole slaw, cheese curds and Macaroni and cheese. The ribs were sweet and very tender. The turkey was excellent! The brisket was sliced very thin, like lunch meat thin, and it wasn't cooked in a way that renders the fat and makes it soft and luscious. Honestly, the brisket was the low point of the meats. The pulled pork was sauced, tender and sweet. All of the sides, with the exception of the slaw were very good. In my opinion the slaw was too sweet. It was chopped very fine and just not that great. Overall the food was very good. I would like to try some other KC BBQ spots to see how it compares.

Disclaimer - from Texas and didn't even really like Joes so likely my input won't be appreciated by Kansas. Had the sampler plate. Overall thought the pork ribs and the burnt ends were the stars and should absolutely be bought as add on. They were the most flavorful and tender parts of the plate. The cheesy corn was unique and good as well. The pulled pork, turkey were both under seasoned and alright. The Mac and cheese was under seasoned as well and forgettable. The brisket was some of the most pathetic I've ever had. Chewy, not tender, under seasoned. I'm not joking when I say I've had better brisket from Texas gas station chain (Buc-ee's) or BBQ from a tiny food truck (Brown's BBQ in ATX). Kansas BBQ 4/5 Service and ambience was great

Pro: Opens right on time. Separate to go line. Helpful service. Good local price. Cute outdoor picnic style self seating and self service. Con: Poorly smoked, barely seasoned, no/low bark, watery bbq sauces. Warm potato salad!?! Got to KS and are just trying all the BBQ to see what is the hype. This was the 3nd place we visited and kind of was a waste of a meal. Got there 30 minutes before opening, waited in line with fine other locals, chatted about to get with them. Surprise, we are getting every protein to judge the hell out this establishment. Beef Brisket - No point, flat was a dried out mess. I have no clue what was their smoking technique but there was barely any smoke ring, the low amount of rub created barely any bark. Pulled Pork - dried out, flakey. Burnt Ends - If their idea of burnt end is to take the charred remain of the brisket point and cut it into cubes, I don't want to know. Smoked Turkey - Actually moist. Jalapeno Cheddar Sausage - Mild flavored, def can taste the smoke, needs more cheddar (see Wisconsin) Beef Polish Sausage - Overly salty, weird mix Warm potato casserole - So weird, perhaps this is a regional thing, but was definitely different than an usual cold potato salad. By serving it warm/hot, the potato was meshy and lacks a crispy cold bite to counter balance the salty meat. Slaw - minced, sloppy soggy bland disaster Beans - well done. dark and full of flavor - winner Corn - greasy soup that happen to have corn Mac - better than the corn, but that's not saying much Spare Ribs - like the brisket, poorly smoked and barely seasoned. The bark came out rubbish, it was steamed by whatever warming contraception, lacking in texture Quarter chicken (dark) - moist, which is a plus. skin was rubbish. The staff was pretty helpful with my order when I requested "half a pound of protein and smallest amount of your best sides". After trying to figure out the bread to meat ratio, they just give me a whole loave of bread. In retrospect with Kansas BBQ, it's just bland in comparison to central Texas BBQ, lack of seasoning and smoke, KC BBQ relies way too much on the sauce. Which in turn, was too watery like Carolinas style, without as much vinegar. So it's not just Slaps for folks that demands better BBQ, this place have a lot of great local reviews, but the food in this city is just very mild in general. If you are experienced with BBQ across the country, this could be the best you could get on this side of the state line for KC. LC Bar-B-Q is a dirtier hole in the wall but better on the other side of the state line.

Amazing food. It was the best BBQ we've ever had. We were just in Dallas and Memphis and this was by far the best.

This was my first trip to Slaps. Just so you know, there will be a line, but it moves pretty quickly. I enjoyed several things here! The brisket is pretty darn good. It's cut thicker than most places, more like a Texas cut and it's lovely. The ribs and sausage were also very good. Probably like an 8/10 in my book. But the star of the show was the burnt ends. My neighbor told me they were the best in KC and I agree. Best I've had anyway. VERY VERY good!! The potato casserole was unique and delicious. The baked beans were terrible. Disgustingly sweet, soupy, sticky, and nasty. I don't know why so many BBQ joints here insist on so much sugar and sweetness to the beans. Just not my style. Zarda still wins the bean game. By far. Slaps is excellent meat though. Great job!

You wait in line. It moves decently fast. You order beer first. Try not to finish it while in line. Watch the butchers do their thing. Eat inside or on a rooftop patio. It's been awhile since I've had bbq this good. Moisture, flavor, visuals, all, mmm. This place does not disappoint!

Well, depending on when you come you may expect a line and a brief wait. Indoors, outdoors and upstairs seating with a beautiful view of downtown Kansas City. The burnt ends were the best, but all the food was awesome. Mac and cheese has little pieces of bacon in it., and the cheesy corn is nice and creamy. The brisket and turkey were thinly sliced but provided in healthy portion sizes. People like to say the sauce makes or break a BBQ joint, and if that's true, it easily succeeds in that regard as well.

I brought my mom and sister here after they visited me in Kansas city and one of my coworkers as well on her last day in Kansas. This bbq spot hits the spot EVERY time. The bbq ribs are succulent, seasoned and tender and their burnt ends as well. Their sides have not disappointed me either. I love the seating area and staff was nice.

My god, this place lives up to its name, it SLAPS! There is a reason there is a line out the door most of the day (but it moves pretty fast). Nothing was a miss, it was all right on the mark. The brisket was the right amount of smoke and had a good tear. The grind on the sausage was a little too fine for my liking, but I still jammed it in my face. By FAR the best ribs I've ever had, EVER. Their sauce is quite sweet for my taste, but that's KC BBQ, I enjoyed the spicy sauce much better. All the sides were awesome, but rich. They give you plenty of pickles too. The seating area was plentiful.

To simply put it, this place slaps! I got the 3 ribs, french fries and baked beans. Everything was delicious. The service was extremely fast and the food was hot on arrival. I can't think of a better combination, you just have to try it!

I ordered the sampler which had sliced brisket sliced turkey , sausage , pulled pork and baked potatoe salad and cheesy corn . The sides were amazing ! The meat was awful ! The brisket tasted super weird and very bland at the same time . The sausage and turkey was okay . The pulled pork was pretty good.