Jess & Jim's Steak House
Martin City, Kansas City
Restaurant in Kansas City, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Jess & Jim's Steak House is worth considering when the brief is a familiar Kansas City steakhouse with low booking friction and daily service. Lunch is the smarter repeat-visit move; dinner fits casual family occasions better than high-polish splurges. Cross-shop 801 Chophouse for a more formal steakhouse meal or Rye KC for a broader Kansas City dining choice.
About Jess & Jim's Steak House
Kansas City has plenty of dining options, so the decision here is less about chasing claims and more about choosing the right fit for the plan. Jess & Jim's Steak House is a Kansas City restaurant with daily hours and a smart casual dress code, making it a practical option when the schedule matters.
Jess & Jim's Steak House is open from 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 10 PM on Saturday, and 11 AM to 9 PM on Sunday. Use those hours, along with the smart casual dress code, to decide whether it fits the occasion.
Use it as a practical Kansas City option
The case for considering Jess & Jim's Steak House is practicality. The restaurant is open daily, which gives it flexibility for plans that come together on different days of the week. That matters if the group wants a Kansas City restaurant with a schedule that is easy to understand.
Choose it when the decision is simpler: Jess & Jim's Steak House, Kansas City, daily hours, and smart casual dress. For another comparison, 801 Chophouse is one option to weigh. For a broader Kansas City meal with a different feel, Rye KC may also belong on the shortlist.
Plan around the hours and dress code
The most useful details are the schedule and dress code. Jess & Jim's Steak House opens at 11 AM every day, closes at 9 PM Sunday through Friday, and stays open until 10 PM on Saturday. The dress code is smart casual, so plan for a polished but not overly formal visit.
For broader planning, compare by mood and schedule. Jasper's Restaurant is another option to consider, while KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot may suit a different kind of plan. Readers building a wider shortlist can use Pearl's Kansas City restaurants guide for the broader field.
Planning details
- Location
- 517 E 135th St, Kansas City, MO 64145
- Website
- jessandjims.com
- Phone
- +18169419499
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Jess & Jim’s reads as a deeply rooted Kansas City institution that leans on its history and civic relationship with beef. The narrative centers on tradition and a no-nonsense respect for large, unapologetic cuts of meat; the restaurant belongs to the category of longstanding neighborhood steakhouses rather than trend-driven concepts. That institutional seriousness gives the dining room a weighty, time-tested character: you feel like you’re participating in a culinary lineage tied to stockyards and local identity rather than a fleeting food trend.
Best For
This is foremost a dinner destination, suited to occasions that benefit from gravitas: business dinners, date nights, and special celebrations fit naturally here. The house plays to the rituals of steak-centric dining—ordering substantial cuts and settling in for a focused, meat-forward meal—so evenings are the prime time. Guests looking for a place that underscores Kansas City’s beef culture and a sense of culinary tradition find it particularly appropriate; it’s less about late-night drinks and more about a deliberate dinner experience.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the steaks. The venue’s signatures—Ribeye, Filet Mignon and the Playboy Strip—are explicitly highlighted and align with the spot’s emphasis on substantial, straightforward beef. The text also references the Kansas City strip (a bone-in New York strip), so ordering a substantial cut is in keeping with the house style. Expect classic preparations that celebrate the meat itself; come hungry and pick one of the signature steaks rather than searching for trend-driven dishes.
Venue details
Ambiance
Homey space with a welcoming, family-like atmosphere evoking classic steakhouse charm.
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Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Standard
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Ribeye Steak
- Filet Mignon
- Playboy Strip
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 517 E 135th St, Kansas City, MO 64145
Planning details
Location
Also consider
Where to go if this is not the right fit
Book 801 Chophouse instead if the meal needs a more formal steakhouse atmosphere. Choose Rye KC if the group wants a broader Kansas City restaurant experience rather than a straight steakhouse decision.
Restaurant context
How it compares in Kansas City
Jess & Jim's Steak House is the practical steakhouse choice: easier to fit into normal plans and better for diners who want the format without a formal downtown feel. 801 Chophouse is the better pick for a polished steakhouse occasion, while Jess & Jim's makes more sense when comfort and simplicity matter more than service theater.
Rye KC is the stronger cross-shop for diners who want Kansas City flavor beyond a classic steakhouse lane. Jasper's Restaurant is the closer fit for a traditional sit-down meal with an Italian direction. Pick Jess & Jim's when the group wants steakhouse familiarity; pick Jasper's when pasta-and-red-sauce comfort is the better crowd match.
For groups, KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot is more interactive and better when the meal itself needs to be the activity. Sushi House sits in a different lane entirely, better for diners who want sushi rather than steakhouse portions or classic American comfort.
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Compare Jess & Jim's Steak House
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Jess & Jim's Steak House | Kansas City | No published awards |
| Sushi House | Leawood | No published awards |
| 801 Chophouse | Leawood | No published awards |
| KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot | Overland Park | No published awards |
| Rye KC | Leawood | No published awards |
| Jasper's Restaurant | Kansas City | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I eat at the bar at Jess & Jim's Steak House?
Bar seating is not listed here. Jess & Jim's Steak House is in Kansas City, is open daily, and has a smart casual dress code. If you want another restaurant to compare, 801 Chophouse is a useful reference point.
What should a first-timer know about Jess & Jim's Steak House?
Go in with the basics: Jess & Jim's Steak House is in Kansas City, the dress code is smart casual, and it is open daily. Hours are 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 10 PM on Saturday, and 11 AM to 9 PM on Sunday.
Is Jess & Jim's Steak House good for solo dining?
Solo dining details are not listed here. What is clear is that the restaurant is open daily in Kansas City, with hours beginning at 11 AM each day, and the dress code is smart casual. Rye KC may be worth comparing if you are building a broader Kansas City shortlist.
Is lunch or dinner better at Jess & Jim's Steak House?
Jess & Jim's Steak House is open from 11 AM to 9 PM Monday through Friday, 11 AM to 10 PM on Saturday, and 11 AM to 9 PM on Sunday. If you are choosing between this and Jasper's Restaurant, compare the hours and the kind of outing you want.
Is Jess & Jim's Steak House good for a special occasion?
Special-occasion fit depends on what you want from the meal. Jess & Jim's Steak House is in Kansas City, keeps daily hours, and has a smart casual dress code. For another option, KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot may also be worth considering.
What are alternatives to Jess & Jim's Steak House in Kansas City?
801 Chophouse, Rye KC, Jasper's Restaurant, KPOT Korean BBQ & Hot Pot, and Sushi House can help round out a broader Kansas City dining shortlist depending on the kind of meal you want.
