5 Best Burger Spots in Overland Park that Locals Rave About

In the Kansas City metro, you’re never far from a great burger—and Overland Park holds its own with a mix of old‑school joints, sports bars, and chef‑y spots. These five are constant favorites when OP residents talk about the best burgers close to home.

1. Burg & Barrel

Burg & Barrel feels like Overland Park’s archetypal “craft burger bar”: big beer list, TV’s, and a burger menu that clearly had some thought put into it.

You’ll find both classic cheeseburgers and more adventurous builds featuring toppings like smoked bacon, fried eggs, jalapeños, specialty cheeses, guac, and house sauces. Patties are juicy with a proper sear, and buns are soft but strong enough to hold up under stacked toppings. Their fries, onion rings, and loaded fry options are excellent supporting players.

2. BRGR Kitchen + Bar (Prairie Village/Leawood nearby, but very much an OP go‑to)

BRGR is a polished, slightly upscale burger bar that a lot of Overland Park locals happily claim as “their” burger spot. The vibe is modern but relaxed—great for families and date night.

Burgers range from simple, griddled cheeseburgers to big creations with caramelized onions, fried eggs, smoked bacon, fancy cheeses, and house aiolis. They pay attention to beef quality and cooking temperature, so you actually get the medium or medium‑rare you requested. Add truffle fries, onion rings, or their tater tots and a cocktail or local beer and it feels a notch above your typical bar burger.

3. Red Door Woodfired Grill

Red Door is a neighborhood‑y restaurant with a reputation for strong comfort‑food standards, and burgers are a headline item.

They typically use a flavorful beef blend, cooked over high heat for a nice crust. Toppings may include smoky bacon, cheddar, pepper jack, roasted jalapeños, onion strings, or house‑made sauces. The buns are toasted, fries are crisp, and everything is plated with just enough polish that it feels like a “real” restaurant, not just a bar.

4. The Peanut (Overland Park location)

The Peanut is a Kansas City institution, and its Overland Park outpost brings the same dive‑bar charm—and seriously good burgers and wings.

Their burgers lean classic: juicy patties, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles on a slightly squishy bun. You can doctor it up with bacon or jalapeños, but even the basic cheeseburger hits the spot. It’s the perfect “burger and a beer while you watch the game on TV” situation, and locals treat it like a second living room.

5. Johnny’s Tavern (Overland Park)

Johnny’s is another KC‑area staple with a strong burger game. Think sports‑bar energy, big tap list, and a menu full of pizza, wings, and burgers.

Burgers here are well‑seasoned and generous, with plenty of options: classic bacon cheddar, spicy versions with pepper jack and jalapeños, mushroom‑Swiss, and more. The buns hold up, the cheese melts properly, and the sides—especially waffle fries and tots—are craveable. It’s not trying to be fancy; it’s just a consistently good burger locals know they can count on.