Yelp Names This Kansas City Restaurant Among the Best New Eateries in the Nation

Triune: One of the Nation’s Top New Restaurants, Now in Kansas City

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Kansas City’s culinary scene continues to gain national recognition. Triune, a “fine-casual” restaurant located at 1656 Washington St. on the West Side, was recently ranked No. 21 on Yelp’s list of the 25 best new restaurants in the United States for 2025.

Opened in August 2024 by chef Steven Blakley, Triune occupies a historic building that once housed the Screenland Theater. Its name, pronounced “try-oon,” reflects the concept of three things coming together, symbolizing innovation, comfort, and style.

What Makes Triune Stand Out

Yelp reviewers have praised Triune’s industrial-chic ambiance, featuring exposed brick walls, refurbished office chairs, and collages of vintage art. Its creative menu blends familiar favorites with inventive dishes, including the “3 Panibus” bread plate, which combines biscuits, focaccia, and savory scones served with chili honey butter and rhubarb chutney.

With a 4.4/5 rating across 55 Yelp reviews, Triune has established itself as a destination for both locals and visitors. Yelp’s methodology for its top 25 list considered full-service restaurants that opened after January 1, 2024, evaluating both the volume and quality of reviews, with insights from Yelp trend expert Tara Lewis.

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Hours and Dining Experience

Triune is open Wednesdays and Thursdays from 4–10 p.m., Fridays and Saturdays from 4–11 p.m., and offers weekend brunch from 10:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Its growing popularity underscores Kansas City’s reputation as a vibrant urban dining hub, contributing to the city’s appeal for residents, investors, and developers.

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