Dining out and not being able to find healthy options is a thing of the past, as most restaurants provide options for dietary restrictions and offer healthy alternatives to traditional dishes. Whether it is gluten- free, vegan, vegetarian, dairy-free, paleo or mediterranean there are many restaurants and cafes that exclusively offer a variety of delicious options that don't sacrifice taste and texture.
Whole Harvest
This vegan, full-service restaurant makes every dish from scratch and uses only the best ingredients. The flavors are surprisingly rich and offer a wide variety of plant-based options from starters, salads, pizzas, pastas, tacos, burgers and more. Don't forget to top it off with a dessert. The truffles are to die for and have a complex, rich and creamy texture.
4853 W 117th St
Leawood, KS 66211
Enjoy Pure Food + Drink
Sourcing only organic or wild-caught protein and produce, come enjoy a variety of gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and organic options. They offer plant-rich, highly nutritious meals, raw and organic cold-pressed juices, and craft cocktails as well as delicious smoothies and bowls. Check out their new Lenexa location.
10573 Mission Rd, Leawood, KS 66206
8729 Scarborough St, Lenexa, KS 66219
Billie's Grocery
Known for its gluten-free bakery and dairy-free desserts in addition to the organic ingredient, nutrient-dense menu options, this Kansas City treasure is a fan favorite in the KC health community. Offering a wide variety of breakfast and lunch options at both the downtown and Leawood locations, this is a must-try on your healthy cafe list.
3216 Gillham Plaza Suite 100, Kansas City, MO
3614 West 95th St, Leawood, KS
billiesgrocery.com/location/leawood/
Cafe Gratitude
100% Organic, 100% Plant-Based, 100% Love
Step inside Cafe Gratitude’s ‘generous’ and ‘grateful’ establishment while being nourished by gourmet plant-based meals. The clever and affirming menu names include dishes such as, "I am transformed" (tacos), "I am terrific" (pad thai), "I am fullfilled" (mac-n-cheese), and "I am bold-loving tasty" (BLT).
The Crossroads
333 Southwest Blvd Kansas City, MO
Mattie's Food
Think comfort food meets plant based dining. Everything from biscuits and gravy, mac-n-cheese to brisket sandwiches, this full vegan menu doesn't disappoint. Offering breakfast, lunch, and weekend brunch as well as incredible dessert options, the menu is diverse and has something for everyone. They offer catering, dine-in and carry out, so visit this family-owned restaurant for a healthy alternative to comfort food.
East Brookside 633 E. 63rd Street, Suite 110
Kansas City, MO 64110
True Food Kitchen
True Food Kitchen offers superfood dishes that revolve around in-season ingredients and boast delicious lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch offerings. Their extensive menu offers everything from juice drinks to grass-fed burgers, and grain bowls to a wide variety of appetizers and cocktails.
The Country Club Plaza
4749 Pennsylvania Ave, Kansas City, MO
truefoodkitchen.com/locations/kansascity/
Meddy's
Enjoy the guilt-free Lebanese-Mediterranean selections in Meddy’s modern interior and exterior environment. Try everything from their daily made from scratch creamy hummus, tender shawamas, flown in fresh daily salmon, fresh pita, and signature cocktails.
4105 W 83rd St, Prairie Village, KS 66208
8810 Maurer Rd, Lenexa, KS 66219
Modern Market
At Modern Market Eatery everything is made from scratch with real, whole, sustainable ingredients. Chef’s and Protein Bowls, Salads and Sandwiches, Soups and Pizza are all inspired by the bright, colorful, flavorful fare of the farmers market.
Corinth Square 4046 W 83rd St, Prairie Village, KS
PROTEINHOUSE
Protein House nurtures and supports those who strive for a healthy and fulfilling lifestyle. Whether you are looking for the nutritious building blocks of a great physique or you have adopted a clean-eating lifestyle, they provide a fast-casual environment with delicious menu items.
1345 Main St Kansas City, MO 64105
6801 W. 135th Street Overland Park, KS 66223
The Russel
This Midtown gem serves locally sourced produce and cooks on an open fire. Offering a full menu of sustainable ingredients, and a variety of healthy and flavorful menu items, this is a great location for a work meeting or a lunch date. Open from 11-4 and offering catering options, this impressive menu is sure to impress.
Midtown
3141 Main St, Kansas City, MO
The Hungry Hatch
This local favorite is a healthy twist on your favorite street foods. Whether you’re gluten or dairy-free, Mediterranean, paleo, Whole 30, vegan, or vegetarian, this downtown fast-casual eatery is a local favorite for bowls, wraps, tacos, and salads. Customize these healthy street food options as you see fit and enjoy flavors inspired from around the globe.
City Market
23 E 3rd Street Kansas City, MO