They were very apologetic and even discounted our order for the error. Once we got the correct food it was very good. Not as good as Chartroose’s Philly’s, but a close second. The fries were plentiful and seasoned to perfection. As we were dining the server never once checked on us after the mistake. I am not sure if it was embarrassment, but we did not see her again until she brought the check by. You think you would make sure no drink refills were needed, but maybe she was busy. Then before we were leaving we noticed the wall behind us had a broken plate covering where electrical outlets use to be.

The wires being clearly exposed within reach of any young child who might explore and injure themselves. Hopefully these are not live wires, but a plate cost around 20 cents and could be replaced easily. The establishment has some history and could be updated for safety reasons. Dinner was good, service was a little disappointing and the concerns over the safety have me a little worried. I might be back, but I will give it some time so maybe they will make the necessary repairs.

Grinders is in the heart of the crossroads district and proves to pack some serious cures for those food cravings. I tried to visit Grinders earlier this year, but due to a concert in the vicinity it was over packed and the wait would have been a little too long. But this night we lucked out. We sat down in the Grinders West building, but we ordered from both the original and the west menus. We started off with an order of chicken wings with the “Death Sauce” and man was it killer on the taste buds. For dinner I tired a couple of different items. First I split the Baja burger…cooked medium and it was ok. Nothing spectacular. But then we got our pizza we ordered. The Le Hog which features a creamy white sauce and multiple bacon, ham and meatball toppings. The pizza was delicious. The crust was impeccable and by miles the best pizza I have had in Kansas City. The ambience was very modern and I really enjoyed the service and food. I will be going back to Grinders to try their other specialty pizzas and I recommend you to do the same.

Before heading to Smashburger I had hoped to call in my order and called the new location and found the phone rang endlessly until I was disconnected. Once there while waiting in line there were many flaws I found. The line was full of about fifty people waiting to order but they only had one register open but about seven extra employees running around. Finally when the line was down to about ten people another person jumped on the register. You would think that would be something to have done about twenty customers ago.

After ordering while waiting for the food I saw many mistakes being made. People who had orders to go were coming back in shorthanded on an order of fries and several dine-in customers were missing bacon from their burgers that had to be cooked and brought out separately. That was not as disturbing as the manager bagging the orders. He became very impatient with the cooks yelling at them that they were taking too long and saying that perhaps he should come back there to cook fries as it should not take this long. I found this disturbing as he is yelling at the people who are cooking my food. Way to piss them off. Plus while he is yelling at them it appears he is oblivious to the fact that he has around 20 customers behind him hearing all of this.

I was one of the lucky ones whose food order was correct. I headed back to the office to drop off the orders and chow down. I ordered the Spicy Baja burger which came with pepper jack cheese, jalapenos and guacamole. It was excellent. The flavors all together made it a spicy kicker, which is what Iove. However my co-worker who ordered the All American found it under cooked and pink in areas which were a turn off for her. The smash fries I found bland and dull. Overall the burger was great, but the service needs improvement. I am giving it the opening week exception, so I will go back and see if the chaos has seized until I make my final decision.

The salsa was fresh, the hot was the better of the two. The mild salsa was a little bland, but the hot was some of the best I have had. We ordered fried chicken tacos and a pork burrito. The tacos were average. The chicken was cut into chunks and tasted pretty good. They weren’t the best fried tacos, but they were good. The burrito was also average. Again pretty bland as the same mild salsa had been used. Refried beans and rice were served on the side and were equally great.

Overall, for the location food was great and very affordable. That aside it can not beat some of the best Mexican dining off the Boulevard. Then again they have only been open a couple weeks so I will give it time. Service was awesome, establishment was clean and dinner cost us only $20 and that included drinks and tip! With late hours til 2am and opening for breakfast at 6am, they have something to suit everyone’s craving.

JoReviews has teamed up with Noodles & Company to offer our site visitors an opportunity to win some tasty noodle bowls. We are talking about some great gift cards to use for your next dining visit at Noodles & Company. To register for your chance at winning just submit your information below and tell us what your favorite menu item is at Noodles & Company and why. Or if you are new to the Noodles tell us what you want to try & why. We will randomly select a winner daily. Good Luck!!

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Fave Noodles:

Lauren: I personally am in love with the Wisconsin Mac & Cheese….no other restaurants’ version of the dish can even compare to how cheesy and flavorful it is!

Emma: I don’t know. I have driven by the one in Olathe, but never stopped in. If I do go I would try the Mac & Cheese first.

AJ: I like them all. But if I had to pick it would be the Japanese pan noodles. That’s what’s up.
The Brocoli, cilantro and carrots give the noodles a excellent taste.

Rudy: the buttered noodles with chicken and a cumber tomato salad.

Peggy: Buttered Noodles

Jodi: I’ve never eaten at Noodles but would love to give it a try.

Paula: I want it all!!!

Richard: Mushroom Stroganoff

Kari: My friend who is a Wisconsinite loves the Wisconsin mac and cheese so I have to trust her opinion!

Teri: I have never been there but would love to try it!. Did I see someone say Parmesan Crusted Chicken on noodles………yummmmm!

Amit: Pesto Cavatappi of cause

Linda: I am looking forward to the Mac and Cheese but all noodles are good.

Irais: I will have to said 2 of my favorites: Pad Thai and Wisconsin Mac & Cheese. mmmm yummy food.

Maureen: Just ate there recently…loved the Bankcock (sp?) Curry with Chicken…next time plan to try the Shrimp…It was very good…

Jonna: Wisconsin Mac & Cheese

Raysa: Pad Thai

Heather: Fave Noodle dish is wis mac n cheese… funny went to wisconsin is was not as good there hmmmm

Kari: The Penne Rosa sounds great!

Doug: Pad Thai

Ginny: anything pasta! would love to try them!

Diana: I have wanted to try this restaurant for awhile now and have no idea what they have but I love noodles!!!

Kate: Gotta be the Mac n Cheese

Peggy: I’ve never been there but the Penne Rosa looks delicious. I would like to try it as well as most of the other items on the menu.

Chad: I’ve never eaten there…but after looking at their website, the penne rosa sounds AMAZING!

Steve: I’ve never been to Noodle & Company, but see some items I would really like to try. The Pad Thai looks good, but so does the Indonesian Peanut Saute, the Buttered Noodles, and the House Marinara. The Chinese Chop Salad also looks great, but since Noodles are their claim to fame, I’d stick with a noodle dish for my first time.

Cindy: i have never benn there however would love to try it.

Lisa: I have not had the pleasure of trying Noodle & Co.
I love pasta and chinese noodles so I’m certain I would find a new favorite there.

Nicole: I love pasta…give me some noodles!!!

Anne: pad thai!

Christina: Mushroom Stroganoff

George: beef stroganoff

Ashleigh: I’ve never been there, but the “Bangkok Curry” sounds delicious! I would love to try Noodles & Company!

Jen: Buttered Noodles

Josh: never been there, but there Wisconsin Mac & Cheese sound delishious.

Derek: I would love to try anything have not been.

Amber: never been but have seen it and thought it sounded good. I love noodles.

Randale: Never been beef stroganoff sounds good.

Renee: I have never been there but would love to check it out. My teenage daughter loves any kind of noodle.

Ryan: Pad Thai

Gary: My family and I have never been to the noodles company but, the menu looks awsome…..my wife and I would love the mushroom stroganoff and I’m sure the boys would love the mac and cheese.

Angela: I’ve never been there, but after reading your review, the place sounds really good. I looked at the menu and I would probably order an Asian dish. YUM. Pick me and I will go there tomorrow!

Danielle: Fave Noodle dish Organic Tofu

Kris: Fave Noodle dish- Butter Noodle…yummy

Kari: I ‘ve had the Indonesian peanut pasta and it was great but after reading everyone else’s favorites, I’d love to try another dish on their menu!

Saundra: Fave Noodle dish –I LOV ALL NOOLE DISHES

Meagan: How can you go wrong with buttered noodles?!

Lawrence: I LOVE ALL NOODLE DISHES

Juanita: Pad Thai

Jennifer: Indonesian Peanut Saute is my Favorite!

Laura: Pesto Cavatappi, because I just love pesto. But their Wisconsin Mac & Cheese is also delish!

Sandy: Buttered Noodles! YUM-O

Kristan: Mmmmmmm gotta love that Penne Rosa! Yummy creamy goodness.:)

Terese: Regular old Buttered Noodles topped with the Parmesan Crusted Chicken. Serious “comfort” food and oh so yummy!!!

Chris: Anything they serve rocks!

Gina: I love anything with noodles!!!

Shelly: the Pesto – it’s brilliant

Celesta: Penne Rosa!

Sue: Haven’t been yet, but the Pasta Fresca sounds good to me!

Cindy: Tried their Greek dish it was yummy

Shannon: Haven’t been there yet, but would LOVE to try some Pad Thai!!

Rebecca: Wisconsin Mac & Cheese with Parmesan Cheese!!! YUM!

Nicole: Can’t remember what it’s called but it’s one of the Asian stir-fry with bean sprouts!

Leasha: Noodles & Co?? Are you kidding me? Who knew such a delightful place existed?? I love noodles, give a girl some carbs!

Josh: Cheese Ziti is my favorite noodle dish.

Laurie: I have never been there, so I would love to win the GC and give it try. Noodles are good!

Dawn: I’ve never been but the mac & cheese that is mentioned above sounds delish as well as the Penne Rosa that you raved about! I’d love to try them out!

Amanda: I have never tried it before….but I would have to customize my order to my liking….though I do love pasta….The parmensen crusted chicken sounds yummy

Brian: Mushroom Stroganoff

Suved: Pad Thai

Chad: Fave Noodle dish Wisconsin Cheese and chicken!

Brooke: Penna Rosa

Diane: Butter Noodle

Stephanie: LOVE ALL NOODLE DISHES!!!!

Jon C: The Pesto, because… I love pesto!

Jon D.: I love their classic mac & cheese with the parmesean crusted chicken breast.. YUM! Now I’m hungry dammit LOL

Nina: i don’t have a favorite yet since i’ve never been there. in fact this is the first time i’ve heard of it and i’d love to try it out! i am a huge noodle fan! italian, japanese, korean, thai, country of origin matters not!

Rodney: beef stroganoff

Marla: any noodles, yum!

John: parmesean crusted chicken w/buttered egg noodles!

On the food front I choose the Parmesan Encrusted Chicken. A bed of basil mashed potatoes and fresh green beans surround a tasty parmesan chicken topped with mozzarella and a zesty flavored marinara sauce. The entrée was very unique, appealing to the eye and delicious. The green beans were drizzled in balsamic vinaigrette and tasted as if they were right out of the garden. The chicken was crispy and juicy in the center. The flavor blended well and was very filling.

My husband ordered the Spicy Salsiccia flatbread pizza, specially topped with Italian sausage, roasted red peppers, wild mushrooms, fontina, provolone, spicy romesco sauce. This pizza was like taking a bite of freshness. It was a perfect blend of flavors, with just a touch of heat. The best flatbread pizza I have ever had. Both the entrees and pizzas were reasonably priced.

Service was great. We were seated quickly, ordered promptly, and received our food at lightening fast speed. In the heart of Westport offering a wide selection for dinner and drinks I would highly recommend this establishment. Offering a romantic flair making it great for a first date, girl’s night out, or any special occasion; would not recommend for family style dining.

Who does not love noodles? How about noodles that are spiced up? I found Noodles & Company to be my new favorite lunch spot. Serving up noodles in regular and small size. My personal favorite is the Penne Rosa, a spicy mix of Penne noodles with tomatoes, spinach, wine, parsley, olive oil, mushrooms, paired with Parmesan Crusted Chicken. An abundance of flavors that burst into your mouth. The food is made fresh and arrives at your table very quickly. I visited the 135th & Metcalf location which was very clean and spacious for all patrons, even including a small outdoor patio. Dishing up noodles Sun – Wed 11am – 9pm and Thurs – Sat 11am – 10pm. Make sure to visit Noodleville online and register for their Noodlegrams. You will get a free dish for signing up and one for your birthday!

At that point we were ready to go, but knowing we would have the same wait anywhere else we decided to stay calm and wait a bit longer. Finally they seated us in two booths. Things only got worse from there as we ordered our food and appetizers and we wound up getting our appetizers after our other party received their dinner. Then we had a member of our party’s food uncooked and when she asked what they could do the server could not answer her and had to get the manager. All we wanted was a pleasant evening out, but it turned into mass chaos. Needless to say this location has some of the worst service I have ever experienced. They do not know how to communicate with their patrons and when they do it is not in a friendly manner. For all the employees in the building it seemed as if they all flocked to the hostess stand to have social hour every 5 minutes.

Another annoyance was when my sister in law had to take her baby to the bathroom instead of letting her cut through the bar; she was forced to walk around the bar to access the restroom. There were no barriers dividing off this smoking area and she was taking her child to the restroom. Are you serious!! I have never seen anything like that in my life. Maybe it is something new, but it was completely ridiculous under the circumstances.

I enjoyed my meal, despite the crappy service. I had the fiesta lime chicken which was delicious. An added bonus was the perfect margarita, could not have been more perfect. Right now the meal special at Applebee’s is all you can eat riblets and 2 for $20, includes one appetizer and two entrees. I am not suggesting anyone to shy away from Applebee’s, they have good food. I am just recommending this location needs to re-train or replace their staff, or close your doors. If service continues to be what I experienced I would imagine in a failing economy people will not want to continue to eat at this establishment and eventually it will be forced to revamp or close.