801 Chophouse
Park Place, Leawood
Restaurant in Leawood, United States
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Price
$100–150per person
Dress
Business Casual
Why go
Book 801 Chophouse when the night calls for a polished steakhouse format and a serious wine program, especially for a first visit or special occasion in Leawood. It is a stronger dine-in choice than takeout, since the value depends on room, pacing, and wine service more than off-premise convenience.
About 801 Chophouse
For a first-timer considering 801 Chophouse in Leawood, the essentials are direct: it has evening hours, a business casual dress code, and a Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence for 2026. Those details give the restaurant a clear planning profile. With opening hours that begin at 4 PM, it is best approached as a planned evening meal in Leawood, with a more polished standard of dress and a wine-related accolade.
Choose it for an evening dinner with a Wine Spectator accolade
The clearest reason to put 801 Chophouse on the shortlist is its 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. That recognition is a useful signal for diners who care about choosing a dinner spot with a third-party wine accolade. For guests comparing dinner options, that kind of recognition can help clarify why this particular choice might fit a more planned evening.
The dress code is business casual, so plan for a polished but not formal dinner. In practical terms, that means 801 Chophouse is better matched to diners who are comfortable making a little effort before arriving, without needing to treat the evening like a black-tie occasion. If the goal is to compare another nearby option, Tavern at Mission Farms may be worth considering. If the group wants a different kind of dinner plan, Sushi House is also a possible pivot.
Use the essentials to decide whether it fits the night
801 Chophouse is open Monday through Saturday from 4–10 PM and Sunday from 4–9 PM. Those hours reinforce the evening-first nature of the listing and make the planning window straightforward. Plan around an evening meal in Leawood during those hours, especially if you are coordinating the meal with another stop.
For first-timers deciding among options, the split is simple. Choose 801 Chophouse when the evening hours, business casual dress code, and Wine Spectator recognition match the occasion. It is most compelling when those details feel like advantages rather than constraints: when the meal is planned for the evening, when the group is comfortable dressing a bit neatly, and when a wine-related award helps support the choice. Pick Rye KC if that better fits the group's plans, or use our full Leawood restaurants guide if the occasion is still undefined. You can also check the broader Leawood bars guide if the evening includes another stop.
Planning details
- Location
- 11616 Ash St, Leawood, KS 66211
- Reservations
- Book on the venue's website
- Website
- 801chophouse.com
- Phone
- +19133221801
The take
The Take
The Vibe
801 Chophouse reads like a textbook example of the American chophouse done with discipline. The room signals occasion-dining from the threshold: lighting is calibrated, the tempo of service is deliberate, and the kitchen treats beef with classical restraint and technique. The sourcing and precision create a composed, serious and intentionally refined feel. Guests encounter a traditional steakhouse environment that privileges material and execution; it comes across as a place for purposeful, well-paced meals where the cooking and ingredients are the central performance.
Best For
This is a place built for dinner and for evenings that matter: think date nights, business dinners and special occasions. 801 Chophouse is an occasion-oriented room with service and lighting calibrated to complement formal, restrained dining. In a region with deep ties to beef, the restaurant suits guests who are focused on the provenance and cooking of steaks, not casual or late-night crowds. Reservations are appropriate for milestone meals, celebratory dinners and any situation where deliberate service and a serious beef program are the point of the evening.
Ordering Tips
Emphasize the beef program: ask about grades and sourcing, because the menu’s argument rests on high-quality raw material and precise cooking. Let the kitchen show its control of temperature: request your preferred doneness and trust the deliberate tempo. For starters, the Colossal Shrimp Cocktail and Oyster Rockefeller are signature options listed for good reason; they work well before a prime beef course. Consider the Prime Rib if you want a classic, substantial roast. Given the steakhouse’s sourcing focus, feel free to inquire about cut recommendations and daily availability before ordering.
Venue details
Ambiance
Warm, romantic dining room with refined elegance and attentive, celebratory service.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Business Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Wine Program
- Deep wine list
- Drinks Focus
- Wine
- Dietary
- Gluten-free options
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Colossal Shrimp Cocktail
- Oyster Rockefeller
- Prime Rib
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 11616 Ash St, Leawood, KS 66211
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
If you cannot get the table
Try Rye KC for a broader American dinner that works for mixed groups, or Tavern at Mission Farms for a more relaxed Leawood meal. If the group wants to change lanes completely, Sushi House is the cleaner alternative.
Restaurant context
How 801 Chophouse compares in Leawood
801 Chophouse is the more formal pick than Tavern at Mission Farms and the more wine-driven choice than Rye KC. Choose it when the dinner needs a steakhouse feel and a bottle-led table. Choose Rye KC when the group wants a more flexible American meal, and Tavern at Mission Farms when convenience and a lower-pressure setting matter more.
Sushi House is the better cross-shop for diners who want a focused meal without steakhouse formality. Hot Basil and Mediterranean Taste make more sense when the priority is casual flavor and value rather than a dressed-up room.
For ambiance, 801 Chophouse is the special-occasion option in this set. For booking ease, the casual peers are safer fallback choices. For value, the answer depends on the occasion: a steakhouse dinner with wine can justify the spend, while an ordinary weeknight meal will usually be better served elsewhere.
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Compare 801 Chophouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| 801 Chophouse | Leawood | 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence |
| Sushi House | Leawood | No published awards |
| Hot Basil | Overland Park | No published awards |
| Tavern at Mission Farms | Leawood | No published awards |
| Mediterranean Taste | Overland Park | No published awards |
| Rye KC | Leawood | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to 801 Chophouse?
Other options to compare include Tavern at Mission Farms, Rye KC, Sushi House, Hot Basil, and Mediterranean Taste. Choose based on the kind of evening your group wants; 801 Chophouse is best framed around evening hours, business casual dress, and a Wine Spectator award.
What should I wear to 801 Chophouse?
The dress code is business casual. You do not need formalwear, but it is best to dress more polished than very casual.
Is 801 Chophouse good for a special occasion?
It can be a fitting choice when you want an evening meal in Leawood with business casual dress and a 2026 Wine Spectator Best of Award of Excellence. The hours are 4–10 PM Monday through Saturday and 4–9 PM Sunday.
What should I order at 801 Chophouse?
If the Wine Spectator recognition matters to your group, consider asking the restaurant for current guidance when you book or arrive.
