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Char Bar

BBQ Jackfruit Sandwich, Vegan Section

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Top tips

Ask about: mislabelled dishes Ask about: cross-contamination Ask about: uncertain ingredients

  • Try the smoked jackfruit sandwich with slaw sides.
  • Good to know: Ask staff about vegan ingredients as some menu items contain cheese or egg buns.
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  • Good to know: Expect occasional mix-ups with vegan orders according to some reviews.
  • Enjoy the outdoor beer garden and games area.
  • Jo-Jo potatoes are highly recommended as a side.

People mention

No standout dish yet. People mention sandwich, jackfruit sandwich and salad.

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Also mac and cheese, fries, baked beans, bbq sauce, fried pickle, jo-jo potatoes and nuggets.

Good for

The vibe: groups The vibe: families

Praised for friendly service, cozy atmosphere and generous portions.

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Also praised for attentive service and fast service.

Good to know

  • Gluten-free options
  • Outdoor seating
  • Lunch, dinner, takeout
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About

Char Bar is a spacious BBQ and Southern-style restaurant known for its smoked jackfruit sandwich served with different slaw sides. The venue has a retro vibe with a beer garden and games area, making it casual and suitable for families and groups. The menu includes a separate vegan section, but some items may not be fully vegan, so asking staff for ingredient details is recommended.

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4050 Pennsylvania Ave, Kansas City, MO 64111

Opening hours

Monday
11:00–22:00
Tuesday
11:00–22:00
Wednesday
11:00–22:00
Thursday
11:00–22:00
Friday
11:00–00:00
Saturday
10:00–00:00
Sunday
10:00–22:00

the food

4.2 out of 5. Spinach Rating

From recent reviews, out of 5.

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4.5 5,108 reviews Read on Google Maps
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3.4 17 reviews Read on HappyCow
How we rank

eating vegan

Poor vegan options

vegan options
Few · 2–3 dishes
menu
Separate vegan menu
staff
Basic understanding
protein
jackfruit

Ask about: Staff aren't always sure about ingredients.

Ask about: Cross-contamination: ask about sauces before ordering.

Ask about: Dishes labelled vegan that weren't: check with staff.

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