While Missouri as a whole is well-known for their first-in-class BBQ joints, many consider Kansas City to be the mecca for all things slathered and smoked to perfection. However, this particular BBQ spot offers more than just delicious food and you’ll want to spend most of your spring and summer days here.

Char Bar is located in Kansas City's vibrant Westport neighborhood.
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This southern-inspired smokehouse is relatively new to the Westport area, but already it has become a smashing hit.
The restaurant's interior is a balanced mix of an industrial design and kitschy artwork.
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They have an impressive lineup of BBQ-centric entrees for both carnivores and vegetarians, alike.
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In addition to pulled pork, burnt ends and ribs, diners can also take advantage of Char Bar's vegetarian BBQ options. Hold on a second, vegetarian BBQ? Yep, it exists! Their Jackknife sandwich is filled with BBQ-slathered jackfruit and it's simply irresistible.
To see what makes this place truly unique, you just have to step outside to their beer garden.
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The beer garden is lined with long picnic tables and high tops for outdoor dining. Their outdoor bar makes it a prime place for happy hour or for after dinner drinks.

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But let's get to the part that really matters...the games.
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Char Bar's patio is packed with games for guests to enjoy while they wait for a meal or as they sip on their drinks.
Fancy a game of croquet?
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In addition to croquet, you can also play corn hole, Bocce ball and even ping pong. To play a game, simply make a request to a server for more information on time availability and any fees that apply.
If it gets cool at night, feel free to cozy up around their fire pit as you enjoy a drink with friends.
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When it comes to old fashion fun, consider Char Bar which is basically the Chuck E. Cheese for adults.
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Despite having an outdoor beer garden, the restaurant is still extremely kid friendly too. All ages are welcome to join in on the fun and it's a perfect place for families to gather!

Char Bar is located at 4050 Pennsylvania Avenue in Kansas City, Missouri. The restaurant is open from 11 a.m. to 12 a.m. from Monday – Thursday, 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. on Fridays, 10 a.m. to 1:30 a.m. on Saturdays and 10 a.m. to 12 a.m. on Sundays.

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