Gates & Sons Bar-B-Q in Kansas City, MO

Gates & Sons Bar-B-Q in Kansas City, MO is perhaps one of the best restaurants in the world of barbecue. Starting with one restaurant in 1946, this family business grew to the six locations they are in today. The Gates claim to fame is their unique, tasty barbecue sauce.

The overall look of a Gates & Sons Bar-B-Q is simple with the distinct red roof and a picture of a man in a tuxedo top hat which signifies that their barbecue is high class all the way. However, the inside of the restaurant is casual. Expect to be greeted the moment you walk in the door with a big smile and a "how can I help you" from the friendly and courteous staff.

It should be fairly easy to choose what you want to eat at Gates & Sons Bar-B-Q as everything is barbecue! However, you can choose the type of meat you are going to eat.  There are barbecue entrees like beef, chicken, mutton, sausage, turkey and pork. In the sandwich department, the meat you will likely encounter is beef, ham, turkey or sausage. You can also buy meat by the pound to take home with you.

The sides are simple yet tasty. The coleslaw is great and you can also get barbecued beans, potato salad, French fries and onion rings. These are traditional staples that accompany most any barbecue meal. With your pitcher of soda, tea or beer, you would be set to go with your Gates & Sons Bar-B-Q meal. If you are planning to visit any of the locations, be sure to purchase a few bottles of the sauce to take home with you.