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Kansas City Barbeque
BBQ Joint and Bar$$$$
Marina, San Diego
"Goose sings Great Balls of Fire” at the piano."(2 Tips)
"Make sure you have a night train."(3 Tips)
"Great Bartenders , try the burnt ends !"(3 Tips)
"Tom Cruise pictures"(3 Tips)
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Chris DavisAugust 14, 2012Don't even think about using the Am Ex discount, they don't do it anymore. The food is mediocre, but you come for the atmosphere not the food. (local speaking from experience)
Hostelling InternationalAugust 12, 2011Kansas City B.B.Q. - It's where they filmed Tom Cruise in "Top Gun"! - Emily, (USA)
joyce kFebruary 17, 2012Get fries for the side order, the corn is juicy but nothing special and the Mac and cheese is horrible.
Jimmie WashingtonMay 8, 2014not great food it was all cold. blahh , Oh did mention i was in the bathroom all night .. coming out from both ends !!!!, it not the place
Natalie ChanJuly 25, 20110 star!! **AVOID IT** Make sure you check your orders before leaving the restaurant for take-out. I need to came back twice and it still not right!
MelissaOctober 6, 2012Smelled so good I had to stop in but I wish I would have read the reviews first. Yuck.
Tim ErdmannJuly 21, 2013Just don't eat here. BBQ is just not good. They're skating by on the Top Gun thing.
Lauren YoungbergAugust 21, 2016Great if you're a tourist and don't know what good BBQ is. Not great if you hate people dressed up like Tom Cruise in Top Gun coming up to your table to pose for pictures.
Mike VogelSeptember 5, 2010Watch out for the cockroaches that come out after dark...and no I am not joking...they'll eat your food and run out on the bill...be aware
Laken BOctober 2, 2011Gross! Kansas would be embarrassed. The BBQ sauce taste like it came straight from a bottle. Pulled pork was dry.
Jon DarveauFebruary 1, 2018Still cashing in on the Top Gun connection, this place really doesn’t have much more to offer
Santiago DuarteOctober 28, 2014Delicioso y legendario BBQ en San Diego. Todo buenísimo y el sitio de BBQ de Top Gun.
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Kansas City Barbeque has been improving meal plans in the San Diego area with our flavor-packed meats, homemade sauces, and fresh sides since 1983.
Open until 1:30 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Sun
- 11:00 AM–1:30 AM
(619) 231-9680
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Wi-Fi
Yes
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Wheelchair Accessible
Yes
Music
Jukebox
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Brunch, Lunch, Dinner, Happy Hour
Drinks
Beer, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 9.1
"Yummy! They put a lot of bbq sauce, so it's nice to order it on the side"
Karina Lopes - 8.4
"Everything is great here, but the Pork Belly App is one of the best dishes you'll ever eat!"
Nick Lopez - 8.0
"Monday all day Happy Hour! Frito Pie is to die for. And the deviled eggs! Great beer selection too!"
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- 8.9
"Beautiful place to walk around. Cute shops, street performers, gorgeous bayside paths."
John Quintana - 9.4
"This is a GREAT family activity. Food is pricy for what you get on board. TONS to see. Got there at 10 am and didn't see everything at close. Kids loved it and so did adults. A *MUST* do!"
Amy Wetzel - 9.3
"Love their healthy selections. Paradise Bowls serves fresh fruits granola with acai juice. Seafood selection of clam chowder and shrimp avocado salad? FRESH! Other ballparks need to take note!"
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