Fall is upon us, and what better way to embrace the season than indulging in some delicious comfort food in Kansas City?
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KC has no shortage of budget-friendly spots serving hearty dishes to keep you cozy. Craving a savory meal, we’ve rounded up some of the best cheap eats in town.
8 Cheap Fall Comfort Foods in the KC Metro
1. Chicken Fried Chicken or Country Fried Steak $9.95 (M/W/or F)
Where to get them: Johnny’s Tavern (14 KC Area Locations)
If you’re in the mood for comfort food for lunch or dinner, look no further than Johnny’s.
Known for their wall-to-wall TVs to catch every play, along with happy hour and other daily specials that don’t break the budget. A place the locals love with friendly service.
Prices vary slightly at different locations, and the days offered vary. Click on your favorite location and scroll to the “Weekly Specials” section for details. Don’t forget to check out the “Happy Hour” section too!
Sign up for the “Local by Toast” app for even more deals. You can manage your rewards by downloading the “Local by Toast” app on your phone. Once you download the app search for “Johnny’s Tavern” and your location of choice. “Local by Toast” has many other local restaurants listed.
Look for the restaurants that say “Earn Rewards”. Sign up and then you will be able to see the rewards offered and track your rewards. The app is much more user-friendly than the web link.
2. Smoked Ribs, Full Slab, $19.99 (Thursday or every Chief’s game day)
Where to get them: Hayward’s BBQ (10901 W. 75th St. Shawnee, KS 66214)
It’s no surprise that Kansas City tops the list as 2025’s Best BBQ City in America. The city is renowned for its BBQ, and Hayward’s BBQ offers some of the best smoked ribs around.
Whether you’re grabbing takeout or sitting down for a meal, these tender, fall-off-the-bone ribs are a must-try comfort food this season. Try their other daily specials too!
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3. Cheeseburger & Fries $10 (Thursdays)
Where to get them: Burg & Barrel (4 KC Area Locations)
Gourmet burgers with a rotating tap list. Classic pub food taken to the next level. A laid back atmosphere with daily specials M – Thursday. Serving up more than gourmet burgers, the menu offers a creative twist on wraps, sandwiches, and salads.
Sign up for the rewards for even more deals.
You can manage your rewards by downloading the “Local by Toast” app on your phone. Once you download the app search for “Burg & Barrel” and your location of choice. “Local by Toast” has many other local restaurants listed.
Look for the restaurants that say “Earn Rewards”. Sign up and then you will be able to see the rewards offered and track your rewards. The app is much more user-friendly than the web link.
Check out the Burg & Barrel Valpak coupons for even more savings.
4. Fried Chicken ($12.99 Thursdays & Sundays)
Where to get them: Pegah’s (4 KC Area Locations)
A true neighborhood diner with a large menu. This longtime local favorite with a cozy atmosphere offers generous portions for a reasonable price. With a large selection of comfort food and daily specials (click on “daily specials”), the fried chicken is so special, it is “special” twice a week.
A perfect spot to visit after church with family and friends or any day of the week.
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5. Gourmet Sandwiches (Large Selection, Most $10 & Under)
Where to get them: Pigwich (open 11 a.m. – 6:45 p.m.)
Handcrafted sandwiches from locally sourced ingredients. Generous portions, menu staples, and rotating specials give repeat customers something new to look forward to. Featured on Diners, Drive-In’s, and Dives with Coach Andy Reid of the Kansas City Chiefs, this local favorite located in the Downtown Historic River Market area is a crowd pleaser.
Stop in next door at the Local Pig and shop a large selection of fresh meat as the main course for dinner at home.
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6. Full Plate Biscuits & Gravy $9.99 (All day, every day)
Where to get them: Big Biscuit (14 KC Metro Locations)
Looking for some soul food. Try the warm, fluffy, award-winning loaded biscuits and gravy at Big Biscuit served with choice of potatoes or grits. Known for fast, friendly service even when it’s busy. With a full menu with both adult and kid-friendly choices.
You will leave full, happy and wanting to come back for more. For prices check the “order now” menu.
7. House Made Sausage Sandwiches ($8 – $10)
Where to get them: Wiener Kitchen (9645 W. 87th, Overland Park, KS 66212)
KC is known as “Chiefs Kingdom”. Wiener Kitchen is known as the “Sausage Kingdom”. Made with high-quality ingredients and offering traditional and bold flavor combinations.
Big flavors, from a small space. Shop their selection of fresh sausages to cook up at home. Open Wednesdays – Saturdays until 2 p.m. Gluten-free buns available for $1.50 extra.
8. Pork Tenderloin Sandwich $11.55 (all day, everyday)
Where to get them: Christy’s Tasty Queen (1405 S. 55th KCK 66106)
Want a no-frills atmosphere that adds to your deals, try the giant pork tenderloin or other “tasty” treats at Christy’s Tasty Queen. A nostalgic take-out style diner where you order and eat in your car, because you can’t wait to eat, or take it home to share.
This delicious sandwich has been served up for 40 years and hopefully for at least 40 more!
Try a large, creamy shake for dessert. Plan your visit during the week M-F, 10-6p.m. They are so good that they don’t need to be open on the weekends.
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