Meat Mitch Barbecue — Restaurant in Leawood

Meat Mitch's BBQ: Where Flavor Meets Fire

Meat Mitch's BBQ is a culinary gem nestled in the heart of barbecue country, Kansas City. With its unassuming exterior and rustic charm, this restaurant beckons barbecue aficionados and casual diners alike. From the moment you step inside, the tantalizing aroma of smoked meats wafts through the air, setting the stage for a barbecue experience like no other.

One of the standout stars on Meat Mitch's menu is undoubtedly their burnt ends. These succulent, flavorful pieces of smoked brisket are a testament to the art of barbecue. Each bite is a flavor explosion, with a perfect balance of smokiness, tenderness, and rich, caramelized crust. The burnt ends at Meat Mitch's are nothing short of divine, and they leave an indelible mark on your taste buds. You'll find yourself savoring every bite, not wanting the experience to end.

But the burnt ends are just the beginning. Meat Mitch's BBQ is renowned for its beef brisket, and it's easy to see why. The beef brisket here is a masterpiece of patience and skill. Cooked low and slow in the smoker, it emerges tender and juicy, with a mouthwatering smoke ring that's a work of art in itself. The bark, or the outer crust, is expertly seasoned, creating a delightful contrast to the tender meat within. Whether you prefer it sliced or chopped, the beef brisket at Meat Mitch's is a carnivore's dream come true.

The menu at Meat Mitch's offers a variety of barbecue classics, but it's the burnt ends and beef brisket that steal the show. Each dish is prepared with a commitment to quality and authenticity that's evident in every bite. The passion for barbecue that the team at Meat Mitch's possesses shines through in their food.

The sides at Meat Mitch's BBQ are no afterthought either. From the creamy mac and cheese to the tangy coleslaw and smoky baked beans, these accompaniments are the perfect complement to the star attractions. They showcase the same dedication to flavor and attention to detail as the meats. The balance of flavors and textures makes for a harmonious meal that leaves you craving more.

The ambiance at Meat Mitch's BBQ is cozy and inviting. Wooden tables and rustic decor create a warm, down-home atmosphere that's perfect for a casual meal with friends or a family gathering. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, always ready to guide you through the menu and offer recommendations.

It's worth noting that Meat Mitch's BBQ also offers a selection of signature barbecue sauces, and they're not to be missed. Whether you prefer sweet and tangy, spicy, or smoky, there's a sauce to suit every palate. These sauces elevate the barbecue experience to new heights, allowing you to customize your meal to your liking.

In conclusion, Meat Mitch's BBQ is a barbecue destination that stands head and shoulders above the rest. The burnt ends and beef brisket are nothing short of legendary, delivering an explosion of flavor with every bite. The dedication to quality and passion for barbecue shine through in every aspect of the dining experience, from the mouthwatering meats to the delectable sides and signature sauces. If you're a barbecue lover or simply in search of an unforgettable meal, Meat Mitch's BBQ should be at the top of your list. It's a place where flavor meets fire, and where barbecue...

Kansas City has so many BBQ places and Meat Mitch is now officially on my list of good ones! The ambiance is great and the staff was beyond friendly. Plus, they were fully staffed; which is a luxury these days.

We ordered the Pitmaster Platter so we could sample several things. The portions were exactly what I expected for $42. The menu states it will feed two people, but we stretched it into 4 meals because we eat pretty light. If we had been super hungry, it probably would have been 2-3 meals. They also have several $6 apps during happy hour; which are nice portion sizes.

The meat: The ribs and brisket were great. The burnt ends, sausage and pulled pork were all good. As I’m writing this review, I just realized our platter was supposed to have smoked turkey, but it didn’t. To be fair, I’m just realizing this and I’m confident if we had asked our waiter at the time of our meal, they would have brought out the missing turkey.

The sides: I really enjoyed the sides. They had a great variety to choose from. We went with the cheesy corn bake, broccoli slaw and fries and alm were excellent. While the meat was great, I will return again just for the sides. They were fantastic!

The sauce: The sauce variety was one of my favorite parts of our dining experience at Meat Mitch. They had six different sauces to choose from; including a white sauce and a mustard sauce. Those were both good and it’s nice to see them in KC, but favorite was the char bar table sauce. Soooooo good!

The environment: The outdoor seating is excellent. Not only is there ample space on the shady patio, but they have fun turf lawns with corn hole games set up. This would be the perfect summer happy hour location. The indoor seating was also abundant, clean and had a variety of table styles - high tops, low tops, booth and bar seating. They even had some cute cow print stools, but my husband requested I sit in a real chair for dinner, so I can’t attest to their comfort level.

I’m my original review, I knocked off one star because of the clunkiness of ordering food and drinks separately. They have changed this and it’s now simple and streamlined. You order everything from your server at your table.

Overall, we’ll definitely be back. We saw them deliver the Cheesy Hog Fries to several tables and now we need to try them. update: we had the Cheesy Hog Fries and they were delicious! And, I still need to try that...

Middle of the pack BBQ joint for me. I was very excited to try some Kansas City Style BBQ while in from out of town. Ordered the pit master platter and it was a ho hum food experience. If you aren't a giant foodie here is the TL;DR version: if you aren't from the south, you'll probably love this place.

Now, my extensive breakdown on the food for those of us picky on flavor and my notes to the chef :)

Let's start with the sides I tried.

1. The potato salad was one note. It was good, but missed that depth of my grandma's (really any good southern grandmas potato salad.) Chef- visit the south and get a granny to give up their recipe. It's definitely missing the chopped pickles and the flavor that brings. 2)The broccoli slaw was recommended over the normal coleslaw. It was also one note. Everything there to taste good but, fell flat. Needs fresh cracked black pepper and maybe some red wine vinegar to give it that rounded flavor. 3)The beans. I definitely wouldn't call these baked beans. I've noticed that KC BBQ beans are definitely different than southern beans. More a chili bean than anything. Had pretty good flavor, but the running theme of no depth hit again. How I would improve the beans- add pickled jalapenos and/or the red pickled onion that was provided. It elevated the beans almost immediately.

The Award Winning Sauces Ranked in my order best to worst: 1)The Meat Mitch BBQ- sweet and spicy 2)Yellow Brick Road- surprise winner mustard based 3) Naked- closest to a southern BBQ. Very sweet 4)White Sauce - Alabama style?? Ha ha no. This isn't sweet at all but still decent. 5)Stay Hot- seemed to go more for just heat than any actual flavor 6)Char Bar - hated this one. I wouldn't buy any of these to take with me. They were also pretty runny.

The Meats: The only stand out was the burnt ends. They all were perfunctorily smoked well but didn't actually taste great unless you globbed on the sauce. Y'all - you can season the meats and not rely on the sauces to carry the experience. Flavor is a good thing, I promise.

Price: Way too expensive for the lack of exceptionality

Service: Was definitely lacking.

Overall: I wouldn't return. I'll stick to my...