Mesob Restaurant: A Vibrant Caribbean Dining Experience in Kansas City

We went last night for restaurant week and WOW is all I can say! Our server Terry was a ray of sunshine on a dreary winter evening . She was helpful and friendly. The food was amazing. I had the jerk bao bun to start and the bao was steamed PERFECTLY! It was soft and fluffy with a subtle heat. The winter salad was dressed perfectly with beautifully roasted beets. The absolute star of the show was the braised short ribs. Everything about this dish was perfect. We will absolutely be returning.

We love this place! We came here for restaurant week and enjoyed every bite! I had the crab cake, the bisque, the salmon and the upsidedown cake. Crab cake was perfect with just a little bite to it! The crab bisque was great and hearty and warm on a cold day like today! So it hit the spot. The salmon was perfectly cooked and the broth or sauce if you will on. It was light but flavorful and pit just the right spots. Overall it was a phenomenal experience and all the food was really great. The dessert was a red velvet pineapple upside down cake and it was the exact right temperature and exact right consistency. The flavors all hit like they were supposed to little touches of blueberry and powdered sugar. Just made it all nice. The presentation of everything was spectacular and gave it a really fine dining quality to it. But that wasn't the best part of the meal. The best part was Terry at our server. She was incredible. Paced a meal correctly. Gave awesome advice on food and in general was an absolute delight to speak with. She made the meal top notch. 10 out of 10 would go back and make sure that we sit in her section. Thank you to that entire establishment for a great dinner

We went there after 9 pm. We were seated at once. The server was very friendly, efficient & courteous. The food was fantastic. The chef pays attention to presentation. The Fried conch appetizer was delish --tender yet crispy. The 2 sauces, Chipotle & Cilantro made sharp contrasts, yet, fused together. The Jamaican style goat curry stew was tender & full of flavor. The Ethiopian lamb wth injera was yummy as well. My only reservation would be the lump of yellow lentils. The Purple Yam Cheese Cake was amazing + we had couple glasses of S African wines (Chenin Blanc & Malbec) to complement the food. Overall, a great dining experience.

First time customers and we had no idea what to expect. We were impressed! The decor was unique and inviting. Seating was very comfortable. The staff was warm and welcoming. A special shout-out to our server, Terri! She was phenomenal!! The food was incredible and the presentation was spot on. The menu was expensive with many options for every diet. My husband said his baby back ribs were meaty and amazing, and the mac & cheese may have been the best he has ever had.... Trust me, he has had a lot of mac & cheese in his lifetime! My seafood duo was wonderful. The salmon, shrimp and vegetables were cooked to perfection. We are excited to return to try something new, and we hope Terri is there to serve us!

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 10/10 – Best Mussels I’ve Ever Had! Black Garlic in Kansas City is absolutely amazing. The mussels were hands down the best I’ve ever had — perfectly cooked, flavorful, and fresh. The red snapper was fried to perfection with the ideal crisp on the outside and tender inside. The oxtail was cooked perfectly — fall-off-the-bone tender and rich in flavor. The jerk chicken was extra tasty with just the right kick. And the mac and cheese? The seasoning was EVERYTHING. Creamy, flavorful, and unforgettable. To top it off, the drink selection was perfect. Overall, just an incredible dining experience from start to finish. I will definitely be back!

Very fun experience! The dessert was my favorite part! Everything was delicious and the atmosphere is amazing! The crab cakes weren’t my personal favorite but my mom loved them! Will definitely be back.

We here went during Restaurant Week and had a wonderful experience! The service was excellent; Terri was very friendly and offered recommendations, answered questions and stopped by to check on us the perfect amount of times; always with a big smile! The food was excellent! Brussels Sprouts and Crab Cske apps are yummy!! The salmon entree was cooked to perfection and the sauce was delicious! Dessert was so good too! The atmosphere is really welcoming. The tables are well spaced, and the decor it themed to the cuisine; Carribbean & Ethiopian. We are definitely going back!

The way the staff immediately greeted us with warm smiling faces was an instant treat. Especially our server, Terri! As an appetizer, we had the jerk chicken bao. I cannot stress this enough, you have to try it. The combination of flavors are absolutely explosive! My wife ordered the shrimp tibs with the red lentils, and I ordered the shekla tibs with collard greens. My wife loved her lentils, and they spices with her shrimp tibs! I thought the collard greens were done to perfection, and could not love my choice of the shekla tibs any more. If you are in or visiting the Kansas City area, this place is a must try!!