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Ventana Gourmet Grill

American restaurant

One of the Best Places To Visits in Excelsior Springs


Address

117 W Broadway Ave St, Excelsior Springs, MO 64024, United States

Website

www.ventanagourmetgrill.com

Contact

+1 816-630-8600

Price rating

$$ $$

Rating on Google Maps

4.60 (861 reviews)

Open on Google Maps

Working Hours

  • Thursday: 4 to 8:30 pm
  • Friday: 11 am to 9:30 pm
  • Saturday: 11 am to 9:30 pm
  • Sunday: Closed
  • Monday: 4 to 8:30 pm
  • Tuesday: 4 to 8:30 pm
  • Wednesday: 4 to 8:30 pm

Featured Reviews


Frequently mentioned in reviews: great (18) service (13) experience (8) staff (7) restaurant (7) time (6) friendly (6) dinner (6) shrimp (6) atmosphere (6)
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  • 5/5 Drew A. 2 years ago on Google
    Must try! One of the absolute best experiences I've had out, hands down, in quite some time. From the great service and friendly team that runs the place, to the phenomenal food that is served. Let me inform you that no matter if you're looking for a great place for date night, to a perfect place to bring friends and family, this is probably the best option in the city I've tried. I had the pleasure of meeting one of the owners as she mixed our drinks for us (Long Island 🏝 yum) and she was just a great person! Please support this establishment it really is fantastic!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Uncle F. 1 year ago on Google
    What an unexpected surprise. The food was superb and the variety of cheese cakes makes it difficult to choose which one… so have two! Just down the street from Excelsior Springs civic center.
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Jenna G. 1 year ago on Google
    We went here tonight and I can’t say enough positive things! The wine was incredible and the food was absolutely delicious! Every single item from the appetizer to the desert was phenomenal! Even the service was great! Our waitress was attentive and so sweet and helpful! 10/10 would recommend!
    4 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 robert B. 1 year ago on Google
    The food was amazing and is a must stop dinner spot. Be sure to have reservations as the place was very busy
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Andy B. 9 months ago on Google
    The service, the ambiance, and the food are all equally great. Amazing portion sizes; you cannot leave here hungry. And safe room for their homemade cheesecake. Delicious.
    3 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Carmelita W. 1 year ago on Google
    We just popped in for lunch for the first time in ages & it was totally worth it. The food was warm & fresh, the service was crazy friendly & the dessert was decadent. If you haven't been, don't walk RUN. we had the Cajun pasta & the shrimp BLT. Delicious is an understatement.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Dena J. 10 months ago on Google
    Stopped in for lunch. We were from out of town, so this place was completely new to us. It's very nice inside, lots of seating and the interior ceiling and walls are gorgeous. There weren't too many people there at the time, so it was pretty quiet and laid back. The wait staff were all very helpful and friendly. None of us had a complaint about any of our food. Overall, it was a very nice lunch dine-in experience. I would absolutely come back again if we lived closer! But definitely will come here again next time I'm in town.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Cody M. 2 years ago on Google
    Staying at The Elms and saw this restaurant is super close. We stopped in around 845 to a quiet restaurant. Service was good and the food and drinks were delicious. Would definitely come back. Little spendy but worth it.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Leslie J. 1 year ago on Google
    The food and the service were wonderful! I highly recommend this restaurant.
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Je-anne R. 2 years ago on Google
    Love going here anytime but it is super great for the dinner and a show package with slightly off Broadway theater! The dinner choices are great and the price cannot be beat! I highly encourage anyone in town or visiting to check them out!
    2 people found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Ed Austin (. 1 year ago on Google
    This restaurant is nestled in downtown Excelsior Springs Missouri. My wife and I visited on several recommendations from locals and we were not disappointed. The atmosphere was great, the service attentive, and most importantly the food was fantastic. The prices are more than what you would see at a franchised sit down restaurant, but that is to be expected as the food and service here are much better than what you get from a corporate franchise line. We did not need reservations as we dropped in on non-peak day, but if you plan on eating here during holidays or other city venues, you may want to call ahead. Could not be happier with our experience. Highly recommended.
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Amy Y. 9 months ago on Google
    I recently had the pleasure of dining at Ventana Restaurant in Excelsior Springs, and I must say, it was a delightful experience. The restaurant itself had a cozy and inviting atmosphere, with tasteful decor and a warm ambiance that immediately made me feel comfortable. Now let's talk about the food. I decided to try both the salmon and my husband, the prime rib, and we were thoroughly impressed with both dishes. The salmon was cooked to perfection, with a crispy skin and moist, flaky flesh. It was seasoned just right, allowing the natural flavors of the fish to shine through. Accompanied by a medley of roasted vegetables and a flavorful sauce, the salmon dish was a true delight for the palate. The prime rib, on the other hand, was a carnivore's dream come true. The meat was incredibly tender and juicy, cooked to a perfect medium-rare. The seasoning was spot on, enhancing the natural richness of the beef. Served with a side of creamy mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus, the prime rib was a hearty and satisfying option that left me completely satisfied. Apart from the main dishes, Ventana Restaurant also offered a great selection of appetizers and desserts. I started my meal with the shrimp cocktail, which was delicious. For dessert, I couldn't resist the bread pudding, which was a decadent treat that melted in my mouth. The service at Ventana Restaurant was exceptional. The staff members were attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable about the menu. They provided great recommendations and ensured that my dining experience was top-notch from start to finish. In terms of pricing, Ventana Restaurant is a little pricey, but worth it for the quality of food and service provided. While it may not be the cheapest option in town, the experience and flavors delivered are well worth the cost. Overall, I highly recommend Ventana Restaurant in Excelsior Springs, MO. Whether you're craving a perfectly cooked salmon or a mouthwatering prime rib, this establishment will exceed your expectations. The combination of excellent food, welcoming ambiance, and attentive service make it a standout dining destination. Make sure to reserve a table in advance, as this place is quite popular for a reason!
    1 person found this review helpful 👍

  • 5/5 Billy W. 1 year ago on Google
    I love this place. Haley makes an excellent old fashioned. Wendy and Jill and all the other gals do a phenomenal job of making you feel welcomed while you enjoy a delicious meal from the kitchen

  • 5/5 Melissa B. 7 months ago on Google
    So many amazing choices for food… from steak to Pasta to amazing salads the good choices are endless (my favorite is the pork chop!!) You can’t go wrong! Friendly staff and great atmosphere make this a place you want to come back to! Highly recommend checking this place out when visiting Excelsior Springs!

  • 3/5 Andrew H. 7 months ago on Google
    Went for dinner on a Friday night and it was understandably busy. Ordered a 16oz. ribeye and it was very overcooked. When you are paying $42 for a $16 piece of beef you would hope it would be cooked correctly. We would have I formed the server, but it has already taken 50 minutes from when we ordered our food to receive it, and we were hungry and didn't want to wait that much longer for some sort of remediation. Our server was great but seemed overworked so it was only ever so seldom she stopped by. New Orleans pasta was great though. A little disappointed based on the reviews we read. Still one of the better restaurants in the area.

  • 5/5 Ed S. 9 months ago on Google
    I don’t write reviews very often, but tonight my wife and I had dinner at your restaurant and we were so taken by the experience that I felt compelled to add my praise to all your other 5 star reviews. The food, atmosphere, and service was great! Thank you. We will be back definitely.

  • 5/5 Denise H. 9 months ago on Google
    Had the Thai Chicken Wrap which was delicious. There were 7 of us and service was slow because they were short on staff. It was worth the wait. The restored old building was lovely. Only one of us was disappointed with the roast beef dinner. Potatoes were cold.

  • 3/5 Lauren C. 9 months ago on Google
    Food was ok. We made reservations at 730 and didn’t get food until 845. Super slow. Either needs more staff or faster staff.

  • 4/5 Matt M. 9 months ago on Google
    A very nice atmosphere. The setting was very quaint and well kept. The food was OK. I had the pesto shrimp and the dish was lacking in salt. The shrimp had good flavor, but the couscous and zucchini were bland. They needed some type of seasoning to dress them up. My wife had the sugar chicken. The portion was very generous and had a great flavor. She ordered the fruit as a side and the fruit was canned tropical fruit, mostly pineapple with some papaya and mango. When averaging nearly $20 per meal, I'd surely think fresh fruit would be available. Overall not a bad experience, but it was lacking in some areas. A few minor tweaks could really elevate this experience.

  • 5/5 Rahyne K. 1 year ago on Google
    Phenomenal. Eat here! Staff was amazing and friendly. We had the sugar burger, cajan sandwich and the coconut cheesecake and EVERYTHING was absolutely stellar. You won't regret it.

  • 5/5 Jay O. 1 year ago on Google
    Great atmosphere, servers and staff were friendly and attentive. Steaks were very good, nothing overly amazing about them but a great date night all-around.

  • 4/5 Marty M. 2 years ago on Google
    The food is superb. We had the cajun shrimp BLT. Shrimp were nicely sauteed, the baguette fresh and the aioli brought it all together. Also had the burger, which was very good. Potato salad and vinegar slaw are excellent. While we went with sandwiches, the menu is full of great entrees- from steaks to shrimp scampi. We're going to try some next time! Only criticism is service a bit slow but that could be due to the time of day- late afternoon. It did seem they were staffing up for the evening. All in all, a great place to eat.


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Amenities


  • Payments
    • ✓️ Debit cards
    • ✓️ Credit cards
    • ✓️ NFC mobile payments
  • Offerings
    • ✓️ Beer
    • ✓️ Wine
    • ✓️ Coffee
    • ✓️ Alcohol
    • ✓️ Spirits
    • ✓️ Cocktails
    • ✓️ Kids' menu
    • ✓️ Quick bite
    • ✓️ Comfort food
    • ✓️ Healthy options
    • ✓️ Vegetarian options
  • Popular for
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Solo dining
  • Accessibility
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible car park
    • ✓️ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • ✓️ Lunch
    • ✓️ Dinner
    • ✓️ Dessert
    • ✓️ Seating
  • Service options
    • ✓️ Dine-in
    • ✗ Delivery
    • ✓️ Takeaway
    • ✓️ Kerbside pickup

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