American Restaurant

Reviewed by Sun House on 07/27/2009.
Member since January 2006, Total Reviews: 7 (Male, 50s, Kansas City, MO)

Appetizers, salads and deserts were outstanding and a very good wine selection was recommended. Entrees did not meet our lofty expectations and were disappointed. They weren't horrible, just boring and not outstanding in any way--and given the hype, the prior courses, they simply flat and uninspired. I'd go again, because everything except our entrees were very good and I'd give them one more chance. One.

Reviewed by HowardL492626 on 06/29/2009.
Member since August 1999, Total Reviews: 79 (Minneapolis, MN)

I wound up going here during a 10 hour fiasco by Northwest Airlines that left me and my business partner stranded at the KC airport. To avoid going nuts (and hungry-the airport is worst than most when it comes to food), we took a $50 taxi to American. Others are correct-the decor is very dated, but the food is quite good, the wine list superb and the staff highly trained. We indulged in 5 courses which was 3 courses too much. Worth the trip.

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Reviewed by fredericks60914 on 12/28/2008.
Member since April 2000, Total Reviews: 46 (Denver, CO)

decent but not spectacular. i was expecting more from the french training. little things like seasoning were missing. only a few of the dishes were great the rest were just decent

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Reviewed by ScottW9911 on 06/09/2008.
Member since June 2008, Total Reviews: 16 (Male, 30s, Chicago, IL)

Food and service rival that of the finest restaurants in Chicago, 3 course menu selection was plenty. Decor resembles that of an old tired grand entrance of a hotel with highly polished brass that conflicts with all the wood. But don't let it phase you, if you have a refined palet, or want to explore what New American food is about, this place will impress.

Reviewed by Charlotte G on 02/29/2008.
Member since February 2004, Total Reviews: 12 (Chicago, IL)

This is one of the best restaurants in the country, not only in Kansas City. Service to a perfect T and a meal you will remember for years.