These are Kansas City's newest barbecue restaurants and food trucks you have to try
Kansas City saw the opening of its first Museum of BBQ this year — but the city’s barbecue scene is far from a museum. It’s constantly growing, evolving and changing, much like the cuisine itself.While we all know the familiar long-time players in the BBQ scene (like Joe’s and Gates), many new restaurants have also joined the smoking game.If you are in for some new spots for smoked meat, here are some picks that opened recently.Opened in August 2025, American Way Smokehouse in Independence is li...