Local Restaurants
The Higher Ground Hotel is located near many popular restaurants. Quench your appetite at the following dining locations.
The hotel is within walking distance of many unique dining venues which are located on the Historic Independence Square.
Now you can order food for delivery from the restaurants on the Independence Square!
If you have questions about dining locations near the Higher Ground Hotel, please call:
Toll-Free: (877) 836-0292
Local: (816) 836-0292
Café Verona
Upscale café with indoor and patio dining. Italian cuisine with emphasis on fresh pasta with veal, chicken, pork and steak entrees. Features a full bar.
206 W. Lexington • 816-833-0044 • Fax: 816-833-0603
Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri-Sat. 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Clinton’s Soda Fountain
Sodas, ice cream, coffees, light lunch. Truman’s first job.
100 W. Maple • 816-833-2046
Hours:
Mon-Sat 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The Courthouse Exchange
Homestyle cooking better than Mom’s.
113 W. Lexington • 816-252-0344 • Fax: 816-252-4789
Hours:
Mon-Thurs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri-Sat 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Closed Sunday
Dave’s Bakery and Deli Ice Cream Shoppe
Freshly baked bread, donuts, and custom made sandwiches.
228 W. Maple •
816-461-0756
Hours:
Mon-Fri 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Sat 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Girlfriends—Let’s Do Lunch!
A colorful dining room where ladies are invited to “kick up their heels, dress in old hats and boas, talk, have fun, and dine on a delicious meal.” Penny offers a birthday package that she promises will take you back to your childhood birthday parties. She offers a one-price menu which includes lunch, drink, and dessert. BY RESERVATION ONLY.
122 S. Main •
816-252-0020 •
Fax: 816-252-9738
Hours:
Wed-Sat 11:00 a.m., 12:15 p.m.; 1:30 p.m.
BY RESERVATION ONLY
Gregory G's BBQ
Gregory G's BBQ feature family legacy barbeque sauce with varieties of regular, hot and sweet. They make their name with exclusive meat rubs and sweet potato fries. Affordable prices.
106 W. Maple Ave. •
816-461-1144
Ophelia’s
Ophelia’s offers an extraordinary atmosphere of relaxed charm perfect for casual fine dining. The highest quality seafood, steaks, and a vast array of house specials await you. Ophelia’s features an award-winning wine list and live entertainment on the weekends. Join us the next time you want to escape the ordinary.
201 N. Main • 816-461-4525
Hours:
Tues-Thurs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri-Sat 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sunday 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Rheinland Restaurant
Regions best authentic German food—experience Old World German dining at its finest. Enjoy the authentic taste of Old World cuisine. Dine from our extensive evening menu with a special every night or dine early from our luncheon menu.
208 N. Main • 816-461-5383 • Fax: 816-461-9159
Hours:
Tues-Sat 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sun-Mon Noon to 2:30 p.m.
Square Pizza
A must for pizza loveres - all varieties baked in a square pan! Also feature calzones and salads.
208 West Maple • 816-461-2929
Hours:
Mon - Thurs 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Fri & Sat 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Sun 11 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Independence has a host of other exceptional dining within 5-20 minutes of the hotel.