Smaxx

4.4 ( 578 reviews )
Checking... 11:00 AM - 12:00 AM See Hours
$10–20
1827 Vine St, Kansas City, MO 64108, United States
+1 816-921-1161

Smaxx, nestled at 1827 Vine St in Kansas City, MO, is a must-visit culinary gem that receives rave reviews from its patrons. After a visit to the nearby Jazz Museum, diners like Marco Galindo find Smaxx to be the perfect lunch spot, boasting a diverse menu featuring standout dishes like the burger, chili cheese fries, and cheesesteaks—each praised for their fresh preparation and delicious flavors.

Customer Ashleigh Jordan highlights the vibrant atmosphere, describing the chef’s impressive kitchen prowess that adds to the dining experience. Smaxx not only serves food; it crafts an ambiance filled with soul, making it a fantastic prelude to an evening of jazz. Anthony Womack also enjoyed the Chicken Chop Sub, reflecting on the warm interactions with staff and fellow diners.

This restaurant accentuates community and culture, making it a proud Black-owned establishment that resonates with locals and tourists alike. With welcoming service and affordable prices, returning guests like Jay Davis can't resist visiting multiple nights in a row. For anyone exploring Kansas City, Smaxx is where you’ll find both heart and heat on your plate. Don’t miss it!

Amenities and More

  • Accessibility
    • Has wheelchair-accessible car park
    • Has wheelchair-accessible entrance
    • Has wheelchair-accessible seating
    • Has wheelchair-accessible toilet
  • Service options
    • Offers delivery
    • Offers takeaway
    • Serves dine-in
  • Highlights
    • Has fast service
  • Popular for
    • Popular for lunch
    • Popular for dinner
    • Good for solo dining
  • Offerings
    • Serves alcohol
    • Serves beer
    • Serves cocktails
    • Serves comfort food
    • Serves happy-hour drinks
    • Serves happy-hour food
    • Serves late-night food
    • Quick bite
    • Serves small plates
    • Serves spirits
    • Serves wine
  • Dining options
    • Serves lunch
    • Serves dinner
    • Serves dessert
  • Amenities
    • Has toilet
  • Atmosphere
    • Casual
    • Cosy
    • Trendy
  • Crowd
    • Good for groups
    • Popular with tourists
    • Popular with university students
  • Planning
    • Accepts reservations
  • Payments
    • Accepts credit cards
    • Accepts debit cards
    • Accepts NFC mobile payments
    • Credit cards
  • Children
    • Good for kids
    • Has kids' menu
  • Parking
    • Free of charge street parking
    • Free parking lot
    • Plenty of parking

Reviews For Smaxx

Marco Galindo
Jun 19,2025
What a great local spot to stop for some lunch after taking in all the history of the Jazz Museum. We had the burger, chili cheese fries and the cheese steak and everything was great. The ladies running the joint were nice and they cooked everything on the spot. I'll have to come back to try the wings and chicken. Enjoy y'all!
Larita Rues
May 29,2025
The food was so good. We will go back for sure.
Ashleigh Jordan
May 29,2025
Pulled up to 18th & Vine, ready to soak in some jazz at The Blue Room, but first—we had to feed the vibe. Stumbled into Smaxx, tucked next to a daiquiri lounge, and let me tell you... it hit. Simple order: cheeseburger and fries. But simple doesn’t mean basic—this was soul on a plate. We watched the chef glide around the kitchen like it was a dance floor—smooth, focused, no wasted moves. Salt Bae wishes he had this man's rhythm and flavor game. Every step was seasoned like it mattered—because it did. The food? Fire. The energy? Real. The perfect way to kick off a night steeped in jazz, culture, and community. If you're in KC and want to support a Black-owned gem that brings the heat with heart, this is it. Smaxx set the tone. The jazz just kept it going.
Jay Davis
May 26,2025
Loved it went back twice in back to back nights. Recommend the food and daiquiri's. Prices weren't bad at all
Anthony Womack
Apr 28,2025
We were in from Virginia and decided to go by Smaxx after going to the Negro Baseball Museum. The food, atmosphere, and interactions with the managers and customers were awesome. We definitely loved the Chicken Chop Sub, talking with Uncle Mike, and sharing my brisket from Chucky's Barbecue.
Efrem White
Apr 24,2025
I love the local joints and this is a great one. Not an insult but this hole in the wall serves great food, Tuesday chicken wings special for 1 minimum 6 please is great and full of flavor. My wife had a tequila sunrise daiquiri and that was soooo good, in fact they have 10 different machines going so daiquiri suicide heaven. The great location for this place it's not too far from the Negro League Baseball Museum and Jazz Museum.
J Dew
Apr 14,2025
We had lunch at Smaxx after our visit to the Negro Hall of Fame museum. I had beef cheese steak and my husband had a fish sandwich (lettuce and tomato). It was a very good lunch.
Motivational Daisy
Mar 22,2025
Decided to have nice night out. Didn’t know I would receive a 2 for 1. The service was awesome and lively (at the daiquiri and wing spot). The ambiance is nice the cover change was 5.00 atm and there is an outside patio area to sit. The music was Banging! and the drinks are flavorful to many options to count. Only drink 1 (2 if you live close by) lol. Can’t wait to enjoy the vibe again! Parking was easy to find

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