Gates Bar-B-Q

"I was here on business from Indianapolis and everyone told me to try Kansas City Bbq. When I checked into my hotel, asked for a recommendation and they suggested Gates. I wanted to taste a few different options but didn’t necessarily like the way the menu was set up, however they recommended I try a big plate. It came with 3 meats, fries and bread for $40 after tax. I thought the brisket was could have been a little more juicy. The ribs were pretty decent, although I’ve had better back in Indy, I must admit I accidentally bit my own finger while eating them. But I believe the star of this plate was the turkey. The turkey was amazing and I’m not a big turkey eater. In fact, I’m going to look into ordering some to have shipped for the holidays. It was full of flavor inside and out."

"Business ttip brought me into area, Google said this was place to get some good BBQ in area and it didn't disappoint. Line only had 5 people but still took 15 minutes to get to order. Good selection but got the half chicken deal on Sunday night. Chicken was very juicy."

"It’s great! Definitely not my usual type of place, but the other patrons were very friendly, the employees were extremely helpful and sweet, if a bit loud with the “Hi, may I help you?”, but the food was amazing. I highly recommend the Nooner. A must have if you’re in Kansas City."

"AMAZING!!! This is a old style restaurant serving up flavor! As an out of towner the yelling of “Hi,my I help you” was not only classic but funny! It’s apart of the history, after getting my order in I did ask for mayonnaise that was followed by “we only have red sauces” she clearly knew I was from out of town. The portions where nice for the price, food came up fast and the over all restaurants was clean and staff was friendly. My meal was $26 The Turkey sandwich was Smokey and amazing with a hint of spice from the BBQ sauce, the chicken was fall of the bone soft but fully cooked and the sauce did have a nice kick! The pickles where Good, my side was the potato salad that was good but such a small size side. I’m dreaming of that chicken! And also the yelling of “hi, May I help you” The other side of the restaurant also has a bar, it was clean as well as the bathroom. It’s not fancy but if you want good food and a laugh please stop in! Gates is the only reason I’d return to Kansas City to eat here! The best food of my entire trip."

"I know it's part of the show. But, when the person at the counter yells at all the guests over and over again to find out what they want and makes them repeat it. I think there's something wrong with the system. That said, I had the burnt ends. They were really good. Really good Kansas City BBQ. It was excessively hot the night we were there and the air conditioning wasn't working. Anyway, I recommend it. But definitely no smile here."