Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que

6 recent ratings
$ • Barbecue Restaurant
Reported to have a gluten-free menu
Popular gluten-free menu items: Brisket, Beef Ribs, Bread/Buns
Safety Rating
5 ratings

As rated by the community

3002 W 47th Ave
Kansas City, KS 66103

Most Recent Reviews


Symptomatic Celiac
3 months ago

They have gluten free buns and it’s only $1 up charge. Bbq sauce is gluten free and most sides. They are good about cross contamination. I had the burnt ends dinner with the seasonal street corn side. No reaction.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Bread/Buns, Brisket
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
Celiac
4 months ago

Great food—celiac friendly

5 months ago

So delicious!! They have separate fryers for Gluten free never had a problem there!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Brisket
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer

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This establishment is NOT a dedicated gluten-free facility and may not be safe for those with celiac disease. Please contact the establishment directly to inquire about safety precautions.
Information contained in this listing is based on reports by the community. Please verify all information directly with the establishment.

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8 months ago

I was surprised to find they had so many great tasting gluten free options. The brisket, ribs and sausage were smoky, flavorful and downright delicious. I was in barbecue heaven. The service was super fast and friendly even on a crowded Friday night. I can't wait to go back.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Brisket, Beef Ribs
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Asymptomatic Celiac
10 months ago

The best BBQ in town (KS & MO sides) and the safest for celiacs! Flys are GF, sauces are GF, everything can be made on a GF bun or bunless and literally YELL allergy when you tell them and double check with you. I have eaten here for years and never had issues.

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  • — Dedicated fryer
Other
  • — Good for dairy-free
1 year ago

At the original location, they are fantastic for those with celiac disease. They take precautions the moment I say I have celiac disease, have a dedicated fryer, and I have never been sick.

The Olathe location was the opposite experience. I didn't get sick, but they rolled their eyes and behaved poorly when I asked them to change their gloves.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
2 years ago

Thought we would try this place as it was highly recommended in other reviews, but when we visited the Kansas City Live location, the restaurant manager refused to serve someone with a gluten allergy. He said there was way too much risk and tons of cross contamination in the kitchen. No separate prep space and potentially gluten in some seasonings and sauces. We won’t be back, sadly.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
2 years ago

Amazing BBQ! Cashier was extremely helpful in helping me decide what to get because their menu wasn’t marked. Luckily we went during a slower time so I didn’t feel like I was holding people up. I ordered the brisket and coleslaw and both were delicious. I was pretty nervous as there is a lot of bread and buns but they must have taken caution because I did not get sick at all. My family loved all their food as well! A must stop if you are looking for amazing BBQ!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
3 years ago

Kitchen staff changed their gloves immediately when the cashier told them of my allergy. Most of the menu is GF but there is A LOT of bread floating around where they prepare food, and I got minorly glutened from my meal of ribs, pulled pork, brisket, cole slaw, and potato salad. Everything was undersalted, the sides egregiously so. The BBQ sauce is excellent though.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
3 years ago

The best of the best in Kansas City!! Very knowledgeable and the first restaurant we seek out every time we’re in town. Great gluten options and my experiences have always been wonderful!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Celiac
3 years ago
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
3 years ago
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Gluten Intolerant
3 years ago

I was excited to try this place since it had great reviews and my family and I had just flown into Kansas City. I talked to the guy taking orders about what was gluten free and made sure he knew I needed mine gluten free. When my food came it had two slices of Texas toast on it and then as I dug down there was another slice under the meat. This place is hoping even at 3:30 on a Wednesday afternoon. So I stupidly tried to eat the meat hoping it wouldn’t be contaminated but before I even made it to my car I had stomach cramps. Maybe I just hit this place at a bad time but I have no intentions of ever going back.

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Celiac
4 years ago

Did curbside from Joe’s of a half rack rib plate. It was delicious! I called ahead to confirm the ribs were indeed gluten free, and she said most things on their menu are, and listed the sides for me that were not. She shared they do have a dedicated fryer for the fries, and they also offer a gluten free bun for sandwiches. The online system allowed me to request no bread with my rib dinner and note an allergy. Everything was super tasty!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Other
  • — Takeout
Celiac
4 years ago

Joes has the best bbq I have ever had. They are very good with cross contamination and nice about it too! We have gone 2 days in a row because we love it so much!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
4 years ago
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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Symptomatic Celiac
4 years ago

Separate fryer for fries and they’ll change gloves. I got the bbq plate with fries.

The food is great!

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Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — No gluten-free information on the menu
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
4 years ago

The BBQ was good. They have a GF bun and will change gloves for you. No reaction.

Celiac
5 years ago

Staff was incredibly friendly and knowledgeable. Did not have a reaction. Highly recommended!

Safety
5 years ago

Never had an issue say I need gluten free and get the ribs and sausage dinner with fries and have never had an issue. I have gone to the 119th & Roe location.

6 years ago

They did a glove change for me and had a list of menu items and could help me find what was GF quickly!

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Celiac
6 years ago
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Celiac
6 years ago

I read the positive reviews...I was excited, so we tried it. Yet, here I sit 2 hours later- my stomach all jacked up. The staff seemed knowledgeable and they changed their gloves, assured me the fries were fried separately. I had the brisket and fries. I can’t leave a positive review of whether it’s actually GF or not (I’m leaning towards no), cuz 2 hours later I’m stuck in the bathroom. Edited to update: my gluten allergic daughter is also stuck in the bathroom with stomach issues- I cannot call this safe, especially if both of us are sick because of it.

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Celiac
7 years ago
Celiac
7 years ago

Amazing food, I had ribs, slaw, and fries and all was good! Their sauces and rubs are gluten free and their fries are in a separate fryer. I thought it might be a little dubious when I got to the counter to grab my takeout order and they asked if I was the one with "a bread allergy", but all was well. I've eaten here pre-diagnosis, so this was my first time getting their food gluten free. But I would never recommend eating in the restaurant, call ahead and get takeout! The wait times are INTENSE! We've waited for 1.5 hours before.

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Celiac
7 years ago

Amazing barbecue. Knowledgeable staff. Dedicated fryer for fries. Must try!!

Celiac
7 years ago

Excellent BBQ- as others said they changed their gloves and told me which sides were gf. Fries in dedicated fryer. Delicious!

Celiac
7 years ago

By far and away the best barbecue in Kansas City. Don't go anywhere else. Plus, they always change their gloves and are knowledgeable about cross contamination. Their fries are completely gf, and they are to die for. Never gotten sick here, so it's a staple at my house.

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7 years ago

No reaction after eating here multiple times

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7 years ago

Deathly ill for the 2nd time. Will not Be back.

8 years ago

all change their gloves! very considerate and friendly

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8 years ago

OMG - I am super sensitive to CC. This place was awesome !!!! I did not get sick at all , no pain is a great day ! Would send anyone there with Celiac.

9 years ago

Employees know what celiac is and know the ingredients to all the food. They always change gloves to help prevent cross contamination

10 years ago

Best BBQ is KC and BONUS the BBQ , sauce, spices and spicy slaw and fries are GF for my husband! This door is ridiculously good!

Celiac
10 years ago

Staff changed gloves immediately after I asked which menu options were gf. All meats were gf except the chicken! I would suggest calling in and having a picnic rather than waiting for over an hour to eat.

Celiac
11 years ago

When went here on a Saturday and got Lucky with the line! Go early! The kitchen staff was very accommodating and suggested multiple gluten free items. They also changed their gloves to do my dish. No menu but just ask and they will help you. I got pulled pork, no sauce or bun. They also sell Cow Town BBQ sauce which is gluten free. We loved it and bought a few bottles to go!

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Reviews of this Chain

Gluten Intolerant
1 month ago

I had an amazing experience here!! I had a gluten free bun with my brisket, and no tummy issues (means there was no traces of gluten!). They ask if it’s an allergy or preference, and make sure to keep things separate, at least for allergies.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Bread/Buns, Brisket, Sandwiches
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Safety Features
  • — Staff accommodates
  • — Dedicated fryer
  • — Knowledgeable staff
Other
  • — Lunch
  • — Dinner
3 months ago

Very happy and confident with Joe’s. My daughter is celiac. They assured me they used a different fryer for fries. Also notified the line it was an allergy and they changed gloves. Love having this as a safe option in KC.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Bread/Buns
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Wheat Allergy
4 months ago

Surprisingly a lot of great options! All meats and sauces are GF. They have GF buns. Half of the sides are GF.

Yum!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Bread/Buns, Brisket, Sandwiches
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Gluten-free items are marked on the main menu
Other
  • — Good for wheat-free
Asymptomatic Celiac
4 months ago

I ordered take out over the phone. The person on the phone was super friendly and told me they would put our fries in a separate GF fryer and the kitchen staff would switch out their gloves. I got the zman with no onion rings and on a GF bun. As always Joe's is amazing and they were so nice too!

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GF Menu Items
  • — Fries, Bread/Buns, Brisket, Sandwiches
Safety Features
  • — Dedicated fryer
Celiac
5 months ago

Lots of options for gluten free. When ordering I was asked if gluten free was preference or allergy. She shouted to the cooks my order was an allergy. Not sure what/if extra precautions were taken in the kitchen but I didn’t have any reactions.

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GF Menu Items
  • — Brisket, Sandwiches
Is there a gluten-free menu?
  • — Separate gluten-free menu

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