No matter whether you’re a newcomer or a seasoned Kansas City Restaurant Week participant, stay up-to-date with the latest in 2026 KCRW news, tips and trends to make the most of KC’s premier dining event.
KANSAS CITY RESTAURANT WEEK MAP
Support KC’s restaurant industry and savor some of the finest plates the city has to offer with special multicourse menus available throughout the week. More than 200 participating restaurants make it easy to find a stellar dining experience in your area. Browse metro neighborhoods with the KC Restaurant Week map and find a memorable menu near you.
Everything You Need to Know About 2026 Kansas City Restaurant Week
Savor and save with hundreds of local restaurants during the region’s premier dining event. Dine your way with exclusive carryout, delivery and dine-in specials—all with a portion of proceeds benefitting reStart. And with Restaurant Week's affordable price tiers, you’ll find plenty of reasons to indulge.
New & Noteworthy Eateries for Kansas City Restaurant Week 2026
One of the best parts of KC Restaurant Week is the chance to expand your horizons and explore more of Kansas City's phenomenal restaurant landscape. This year, savor and save with special, multicourse menus at more than 25 notable new participants taking part for the very first time. Plus, discover James Beard-recognized participants that showcase some of Kansas City's most celebrated kitchens.
KC Restaurant Week Dining on the KC Streetcar Line
KC Restaurant Week makes it easy to explore Kansas City's dining scene, and the free-to-ride KC Streetcar makes getting there even easier. Running from the River Market to UMKC, the streetcar connects some of the city's most popular neighborhoods in about 30 minutes. Here's where to find nearly 70 KC Restaurant Week participants along the line.
New Ways to Donate a Dollar to KCRW Charities
New in 2026, KC Restaurant Week is going further for a good cause. For the first time, diners seeking a sweet treat or something quick can also participate in the best tradition that comes along with KCRW: The chance to raise money for nonprofits doing important work in the Kansas City area.