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Ponak's Mexican Kitchen - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Ponak's Mexican Kitchen - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Ponak's Mexican Kitchen - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
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8+ YEARS IN TBR
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PONAK'S MEXICAN KITCHEN

(4.9 Score)
2856 Southwest Boulevard,
Kansas City, MO 64108 Directions

Since 1975

Specialty:

✓ Fajitas ✓ Street Tacos ✓ Fajitas Quesadilla ✓ Fajita Salad ✓ Arroz Con Pollo ✓ Al Pastor Tacos ✓ Mango Fish Tacos ✓ Mango Shrimp Tacos ✓ Shrimp Enchiladas ✓ Ala Carte: ✓ Bean Burrito ✓ Burrito ✓ Burrito Papas ✓ Enchilada ✓ Quesadilla ✓ Carnita Soft Taco ✓ Tostada ✓ Flauta ✓ Tamale ✓ Taco Sonora ✓ Guacamole Enchilada ✓ Guacamole Tostada ✓ Chile Relleno ✓ Burrito Desebrada ✓ Chile Burrito ✓ Entrées ✓ Margaritas ✓ Appetizers: Chili Con Queso ✓ White Con Queso ✓ Guacamole ✓ Nachos

"Ponak's Mexican Kitchen & Bar is an award-winning Mexican restaurant that provides Mexican staples and margaritas in a colorful, cantina-style setting. The restaurant has been providing traditional family dishes for over 50 years. Their recipes are influenced by the Sonora region of Mexico, steeped in tradition and taste for hundreds of years. Ponak's Mexican Kitchen & Bar uses only freshly sourced ingredients for its menu. They offer a smoke-free atmosphere and courteous staff. The restaurant provides happy hour from 3 PM to 6 PM, Monday through Thursday. Table reservation facilities are available at Ponak's Mexican Kitchen & Bar.

2026 Update: Ponak’s Mexican Kitchen specializes in authentic Mexican cuisine, offering a variety of dishes including appetizers, shredded beef, pork, fried eggs, enchiladas, and burritos."

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Price:

Ala Carte:
Bean Burrito $5.75
Burrito $7.50
Burrito Papas $6.50
Enchilada $5.90
Quesadilla $7.50
Carnita Soft Taco $6.50
Taco $4.50
Tostada $4.25
Flauta $5.90
Tamale $7.10
Taco Sonora $7.75
Guacamole Enchilada $6.50
Guacamole Tostada $6.50
Chile Relleno $9.75
Burrito Desebrada $8.80
Chile Burrito $8.25
From The Grill:
Fajitas $21.95
Fajitas Quesadilla $18.75
Fajita Salad $17.50
Arroz Con Pollo $16.25
Street Tacos $16.95
Al Pastor Tacos $16.95
Mango Fish Tacos $17.50
Mango Shrimp Tacos $17.50
Shrimp Enchiladas $20.25
EntréEs:
One $18.95
Two $17.95
Three $17.95
Four $16.95
Five $16.95
Six $14.95
Seven $17.65
Eight $18.25
Nine $16.45
Ten $15.25
Twelve $16.75
Thirteen $15.00
Fourteen $17.95
Fifteen $13.95
Sixteen $17.95

Discount:

Get a $4 Off for Full Pitcher from 11 AM to 6 PM(Monday through Thursday)

Get a $1 Off for Bottle Beer from 11 AM to 6 PM(Monday through Thursday)

Contact:

(816) 753-0775

Sun-Thu: 11am - 9pm
Fri & Sat: 11am - 10pm

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Manny's Mexican Restaurant - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Manny's Mexican Restaurant - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Manny's Mexican Restaurant - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
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7+ YEARS IN TBR
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MANNY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT

(4.9 Score)
207 Southwest Boulevard,
Kansas City, MO 64108 Directions

Since 1980

Specialty:

✓ Brunch Menu: Huevos Rancheros ✓ Huevos Mexicanos ✓ Burro Bandito ✓ Torta Magnifico ✓ Tamales Con Huevos ✓ Quesadillas ✓ Birria Quesdilla ✓ Grilled Meat Quesadillas ✓ Guacamole Dip ✓ Monterey Cheese Dip ✓ New Asada Tacos ✓ Birria Tacos ✓ Mucho Tacos ✓ Dos Soft Tacos ✓ Fajita Tacos ✓ Pork Street Tacos ✓ Baja (Fish) Tacos ✓ Taco Sin Carne ✓ Burritos: Manny's Burrito ✓ Monterey Burrito ✓ Sm Manny's Burrito ✓ Las Tres Enchiladas ✓ Monterey Shrimp Enchiladas ✓ Tres Sabores ✓ Tamale Spread ✓ Chile Relleno ✓ Sopes ✓ Carne Asada ✓ Pollo Asada ✓ Fajitas ✓ Hamburger ✓ Ala Carte: Chalupa ✓ Enchilada ✓ Solo Fajita Taco ✓ Flauta ✓ Reg Soft Taco ✓ Manny's House Margarita ✓ El Sabor A Mexico

"Manny's Mexican Restaurant is a family-owned and operated Mexican restaurant serving authentic Mexican food. The restaurant has been serving authentic family recipes prepared fresh daily with the freshest ingredients for over 43 years. Manny's Mexican Restaurant started as just a 50-seat restaurant, which was originally the bar area in today’s restaurant. Manny’s Restaurant has grown to 350 seats. Manny's Mexican Restaurant offers catering services for all kinds of events and occasions. All of the margaritas served are hand-poured and made with a special, secret blend of sweet and sour mix. Manny's Mexican Restaurant provides three private dining rooms that can accommodate up to 25 to 100 people.

2026 Update: Manny’s Mexican Restaurant has been serving authentic family recipes, prepared fresh daily using the finest ingredients."

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Price:

Appetizers:
Bombas Jalapeno Poppers $13.00
Birria Quesadilla $15.50
Quesadillas $13.00
Grilled Meat Quesadillas $13.00
Quesadillas Cheese Only $9.00
Guacamole Dip $13.50
Jalapeno Cheese Dip $11.00
Monterey Cheese Dip $12.00
Queso Diablo Dip $12.00
Mannys Bean Dip $12.00
Trio Of Dips $18.50
Nachos Gigantes $16.50
Cheese Nachos $11.00
Tacos:
New Asada Tacos $17.85
Birria Tacos $17.50
Mucho Tacos $20.25
Dos Soft Tacos $16.00
Fajita Tacos $17.50
Pork Street Tacos $16.50
Baja Fish Tacos $16.50
Taco Sin Carne $15.00
Burritos:
Mannys Burrito $15.00
Small Mannys Burrito $12.90
Monterey Burrito $15.00
Small Monterey Burrito $12.90
Burrito Frito $14.00
Grilled Meat Frito Burrito $12.80
Fajita Burrito $16.00
Verde Burrito $16.00
Enchilada Burrito $16.00

Discount:

Get a 14% Off on Manny's House Margaritas during Happy Hours

Get a 25% Off on Selected Draft Beers during Happy Hours

Contact:

(816) 474-7696

Tue-Sat: 11am - 10pm
Mon & Sun: Closed

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Los Tules - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Los Tules - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
Los Tules - Kansas City, MO Mexican Restaurants
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LOS TULES

(4.6 Score)
1656 Broadway Boulevard,
Kansas City, MO 64108 Directions

Since 1951

Specialty:

✓ Mexican Chile ✓ Fajitas ✓ Fajita Burrito ✓ Fajita Salad ✓ Carne Asada Platter ✓ Carnitas Platter ✓ Chimi Chava ✓ Chile Verde ✓ Burrito Conrad ✓ Birria Tacos ✓ Chile Relleno ✓ Queso Dip ✓ Espinaca Dip ✓ Fish Tacos ✓ Camarones A La Diabla ✓ Tilapia Platter ✓ Shrimp Tacos ✓ Camarones Al Mojo De Ajo ✓ Shrimp Cocktail ✓ Camarones A La Criolla ✓ Shrimp Chile Relleno ✓ A La Carte ✓ Flauta ✓ Quesadilla ✓ Tamale ✓ Tostada ✓ Carne Asada Taco ✓ Hard Shell Taco

“2026 Update: Los Tules is a beloved family-style Mexican restaurant nestled in the heart of Kansas City’s vibrant Crossroads district, just steps from the Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts. For years, it has been a cornerstone of the community, bringing the rich flavors and warm hospitality of Mexico to the Midwest. Their recipes are rooted in authentic Mexican tradition, featuring slow-cooked meats seasoned with generations-old spice blends, vibrant salsas made from the freshest ingredients, and signature margaritas crafted with care.”

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Price:

Appetizers:
Queso Dip $12
Espinaca Dip $12
Guacamole $14
Ceviche $14
Queso Fundido $14
Beans, Cheese & Chorizo Dip $12
From The Grill:
Fajitas $22
Fajita Burrito $16
Fajita Salad $16
Carne Asada Platter $20
Carnitas Platter $20
Entrees:
Nachos $18
Flautas $17
Enchiladas Suizas $18
Huevos Rancheros $15
Huevos Con Chorizo $15
Birria Quesadilla $16
Taco Salad $15
Arroz Con Pollo $15
A La Carte:
Burrito $8
Enchilada $4
Flauta $7
Quesadilla $10
Tamale $6
Tostada $4
Carne Asada Taco $4
Hard Shell Taco $4
Soft Taco $5
Fried Taco $4
Birria Taco $6
Fish Taco $7
Shrimp Taco $7
Seafood:
Tilapia Platter $21
Fish Tacos $16
Shrimp Tacos $18
Shrimp Cocktail $15
Shrimp Chile Relleno $18

Discount:

Get a 50% Off for Dips during the Happy Hour

Contact:

(816) 421-9229

Tue- Sat : 11am - 10pm
Sun-Mon: Closed

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PONAK'S MEXICAN KITCHEN REVIEWS

I haven't been to Ponak's for about 25 years and after last night I realized, I've been missing out. There were 3 of us and everyone's food was a huge portion and delicious. The Taco Salad was great and I was barely able to finished it. The Chicken Nachos were massive and they had a ton of cheese. We got a pitcher of Margaritas and had a great meal. Our waitress did a great job and she rocked it.

Great staff and comfort Mexican food. Known for margaritas and regulars where the staff know them by name. Kid friendly options and conveniently located. I enjoy getting the street tacos with a local Boulevard Tank 7.

We have been coming to Ponak's for more than 30 years, and it's as good as ever. The margaritas, food and service are great, and the portions are large. Best Mexican food in Missouri.

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MANNY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT REVIEWS

Super solid food! Prices are kinda high for what it is, and their salsa tastes like pizza sause. Other than those too gripes, this places is fantastic!!! Their birria quesadilla is amazing. Ive never had anything like that before. Super creative of these guys!!! One of the best in Kansas City for sure!!!.

I love Manny's so much, and I'm not saying that because the cucumber jalapeño margarita is my favorite drink. The server was great, but I forgot 1 thing on my order. I ordered 1 flauta, but they gave me 2 flautas because they were small. They were so tasty. My friends enjoyed themselves as it was their first time there.

The food is delicious, and they have some of the best margaritas you can get in the area. It's definitely not a restaurant you should sleep on. The service is great as well.

LOS TULES REVIEWS

Great Mexican food and nice atmosphere! I got the fish platter, and it was very flavorful and seasoned well. There were good portions as well. The margaritas and drinks were good as well; not too strong though. Overall, very place and definitely would recommend it.

Food was good, skinny margs were delish and our waitress Rochelle was very attentive and happy to ask all my menu questions. First time here and we will for sure be back to enjoy the patio!

Just go. Some say one thing or another. Nonsense. I've been eating toco's and chips there for many, any years. VERY good. Great place to eat fairly cheap and in the heart of the city. If you have a performance at Kaufman, we always eat here and then walk over to the performance. Park behind the restaurant for free! Use the back door entrance. A great meal and you'll be glad you went.

TBR® Inspection Score Report

PONAK'S MEXICAN KITCHEN Total Inspection Points: 118/120
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Current Evaluation: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Location Proximity: 10
Pricing: 10
Table Reservation: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

MANNY'S MEXICAN RESTAURANT Total Inspection Points: 117/120
Current Evaluation: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Study: 9
Business Hours: 10
Menu Images: 10
Complete Info: 10
Contact Info: 10
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Online Order: 10
Pricing: 10
Video: 10

TBR® Inspection Score Report

LOS TULES Total Inspection Points: 111/120
Business Hours: 8
Acknowledgments: 9
Complete Info: 9
Current Evaluation: 9
Legitimate Ratings: 9
Reviews Accuracy of 3.9K: 9
Social Media: 9
Table Reservation: 9
Exact Services: 10
Experience: 10
Variety of Menu: 10
Video: 10