We count an order of fries as a serving of vegetables. | Photo by Baba’s Pantry
Looking for a tasty, local lunch spot that doesn’t break the bank? We’re here for you, Kansas City. Check out this list of 15 places where a lunch for one costs $10 or less.
We know cravings are key when it comes to a midday meal, so we’ve broken up these spots into their respective food groups.
Fast and casual
Winstead’s | It’s a Kansas City institution, just like the Skyscraper shakes. Get a double steakburger with everything on it and a fifty-fifty for under $10 — add a cherry limeade and you’ll blow the budget, but that dollop of lime sherbert is worth every penny.
Tiki Taco | The West 39th location offers a walk-up window for any diners on the go, but we recommend ordering your a la carte tacos — with flavors like “dripping” birria and Korean beef — to eat at its retro Troost Ave. digs.
Pizza pie in the sky
Buffalo State Pizza | You don’t have to settle for just pepperoni with slice options like the Buffalo Bill (roasted chicken, green onion, zesty blue cheese, pepperoncini, buffalo sauce) or Don Pepe (pepperoni, fresh spinach, Roma tomatoes, roasted garlic, parmesan cheese) for $7.25.
Mindful Mocktails | 6-7:30 p.m. | Haven Wellness + Spa, Overland Park | $35+ | Power through the last few days of Dry January by learning how to make an adaptogen-rich mocktail.
Thursday, Jan. 30
Lobster Fest | Thursday, Jan.30-Sunday, Feb. 2 | 11 a.m.-10 p.m. | Ya Ya’s Euro Bistro, Overland Park | Menu price | From claw to tail, this once-a-year meal features all sorts of indulgent, buttery creations — like its slider rolls with citrus celery aioli, microgreens, and tender lobster on a butter-toasted bun.
Friday, Jan. 31
Young Playwrights Festival 2025 | Friday, Jan. 31-Sunday, Feb. 2 | Times vary | Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center | $11+ | Celebrate the premiere of three short original works by metro-area teens.
Saturday, Feb. 1
The Sewing Labs’ Fabric Grab Event | 8 a.m.-1 p.m. | 526 Campbell St. | Donation | Bring a bag and score colorful fabrics for $5 per pound, plus sewing machines, patterns, notions, books, and more with suggested donations.
Royals Rally | 10 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Kauffman Stadium | $25 | Make a lifelong memory and bring home an autograph from one of your favorite players, take a swing in the visitors’ batting cage, and see World Series artifacts up close.
Chocolate Walk 2025 | 11 a.m.-3 p.m. | Wild About Harry, Independence | $15+ | Forget post-holiday sales — sample a variety of chocolate from local shops and take advantage of single-day specials to assemble your sweets stash.
10 Year Anniversary Throwdown | 6 p.m. | Post Coffee Company, Lee’s Summit | $5 | Raise a cozy cup of coffee and celebrate a decade of local brews with sweet tunes and delicious food by Chingu, all benefiting LA wildfire victims.
Sunday, Feb. 2
Casual Animal Brewing’s 7th Birthday Celebration | 12 p.m. | Casual Animal Brewing Co. | $50 | Continue cruising through the weekend with this anniversary bash featuring all-you-can-drink beer on tap, plus a chance to preorder a limited edition Casual Animal Captain’s Hat.
Bookmarked Martha Stewart’s “Entertaining” on eBay after watching Netflix’s hit documentary? You’ll want to check out Blair & Blythe’s new brick and mortar this Saturday, Feb. 15. The popular online interior design and home goods biz is expanding to 4812 Rainbow Blvd., offering everything from glassware to custom furniture. (Johnson County Post)
Real Estate
A fenced-off pit along Martini Corner’s busiest intersection will soon become the Levy, a six-story, 158-apartment complex featuring a pool, coworking area, and restaurant space. The lot has sat empty since Velvet Freeze’s 2023 demolition, but a spring start to construction could open its newest tenant by late 2026. (KCBJ)
Listen
It’s “Good News for People Who Love Bad News,” indie rock band Modest Mouse is celebrating its seminal album’s 20th anniversary with a tour stop at Grinders on Thursday, June 24. Ready to hear “Float On” live? Tickets go on sale this Friday, Jan. 31 at 10 a.m.
Development
K-State Olathe is contributing to the metro’s manufacturing boom with a new $4.5 million facility focused on materials testing, education courses, and independent research. Nearby, Panasonic is hiring for its massive De Soto electric vehicle battery facility — expected to open this March. (KCBJ + Kansas City Star)
Drink
Journey to a land of hanging plants, natural wood, and warm coffee at Overland Park’s newest neighborhood java joint, Odyssey Coffee. Open daily, customers can try its newly debuted specialty drinks — brewed from Peet’s Coffee + Onyx Coffee beans — along with a selection of sandwiches and pastries. (Kansas City Star)
Try This
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Arts
What happens when pop culture meets art? You get “A Match Made in Heaven,” the Nerman Museum’s exciting new exhibit featuring the vibrant works of contemporary artist Katherine Bernhardt + fashion designer Jeremy Scott. See the exhibition on view from Friday, Feb. 7 through Sunday, Aug. 3.*
Job
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The Buy
The Buy
A tabletop fire pit that’s less than $30. It burns smoke-free and fosters a warm + relaxing environment.
After sharing about noise-reducing pickleball nanotechnology yesterday, I’ve been interested in trying the sport for myself once Fountain City Roller Derby bootcamp winds down. Lucky for me, a new 30,000-sqft indoor club is opening up in Olathe.
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