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About Independence
Independence serves as one of two county seats for Jackson County and functions as a satellite city to Kansas City. It is the largest suburb on the Missouri side of the metropolitan area, with a small portion extending into Clay County. The city had a total population of 123,011 in 2020, ranking it as the fifth-most populous city in Missouri.
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King Wok
King Wok is a Chinese restaurant located at 4376 S Noland Rd.
View details →Best Restaurants in Independence
24 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Ain't Yo Momma Kitchen
Ain't Yo Momma Kitchen serves barbecue in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Courthouse Exchange
Courthouse Exchange is a restaurant located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Flying Horse Flatbreads
Flying Horse Flatbreads is a restaurant located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Hawaiian Brothers Island Grill
Hawaiian Brothers Island Grill serves Hawaiian cuisine in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Mama Garden
Mama Garden serves Chinese cuisine in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Ophelia's Restaurant
Ophelia's Restaurant serves American cuisine in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Carmen's Cantina and Mexican Grill
Carmen's Cantina and Mexican Grill serves Mexican cuisine in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Daisy's Mexican Food
Daisy's Mexican Food serves Mexican and breakfast dishes in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
Best Cafés & Coffee in Independence
6 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Cafe Verona
Cafe Verona is an Italian café located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Main Street Coffee House
Main Street Coffee House operates as a café in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Nirvana Coffee and Games
Nirvana Coffee and Games is a café in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood. It serves burgers, chicken, ramen, sandwiches, coffee, and tea.
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Pleasant Street Coffee
Pleasant Street Coffee is a café located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Scooter's Coffee
Scooter's Coffee is a café located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood. It operates as a coffee shop serving local patrons.
Best Bars & Nightlife in Independence
5 places · Cocktail bars, pubs and where the night goes.
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3 Trails Brewing Company
3 Trails Brewing Company operates as a bar in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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The Sentinel Room
The Sentinel Room is a bar located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Tommy's Take Tavern
Tommy's Take Tavern is a bar located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Big John's Corner Bar
Big John's Corner Bar serves as a local spot in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
Best Things to Do in Independence
14 places · Museums, landmarks and the experiences worth your time.
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1859 Jail and Marshal's Museum
The 1859 Jail and Marshal's Museum is located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Harry S Truman National Historic Site Visitor Center
The Harry S Truman National Historic Site Visitor Center is located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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National Frontier Trails Museum
Located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood, the National Frontier Trails Museum serves as a local attraction.
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The Peace Pavilion
The Peace Pavilion is an attraction located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Vaile Mansion
Vaile Mansion is an attraction located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Bingham Waggoner Estate
The Bingham Waggoner Estate is an attraction located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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1827 Log Courthouse
The 1827 Log Courthouse is an attraction located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Englewood Row Gallery
Englewood Row Gallery is an attraction located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Truman Home
The Truman Home is an attraction located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Lookout Point
Lookout Point is an attraction located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Pioneer Spring Cabin
Pioneer Spring Cabin is an attraction located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
Best Shops in Independence
9 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
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All Things Independence
All Things Independence is a shop located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Black Lemon Boutique
Black Lemon Boutique is a shop located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Sonshine Sports Apparel
Sonshine Sports Apparel is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Under the Awning Boutique
Under the Awning Boutique is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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West iNd Connection
West iNd Connection is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Wild About Harry
Wild About Harry is a shop located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Buwen's African Imports
Buwen's African Imports is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Children's Orchard
Children's Orchard is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Little Hollywood Boutique
Little Hollywood Boutique is a shop located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
Best Parks & Outdoors in Independence
51 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Adventure Oasis Water Park
Adventure Oasis Water Park is a park located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Beckett Park
Beckett Park is a green space located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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George Owens Nature Park
George Owens Nature Park is a park located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Independence Athletic Complex
Independence Athletic Complex is a park located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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R. J. Roper Stadium and Pavillion
R. J. Roper Stadium and Pavillion is a park located in the Sheffield neighborhood.
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Bingham-Waggoner Estate
Located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood, the Bingham-Waggoner Estate operates as a public park.
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Blackburn School Park
Blackburn School Park is a green space located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Bundschu Park
Bundschu Park is a green space located in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Carriage Hills Park
Carriage Hills Park is a green space located in the Central Blue Valley neighborhood.
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Chaplin-Hood Park
Chaplin-Hood Park serves as a green space in the East Blue Valley neighborhood.
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