Chef J BBQ firing up second location in North Kansas City ahead of World Cup rush

KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) – Chef J BBQ, a barbecue restaurant that opened in Kansas City’s West Bottoms during the COVID-19 pandemic, is expanding to North Kansas City this summer with a new location on Clay Street.

The new space spans 5,400 square feet inside and outside. Plus, the new location will serve lunch and dinner. A centerpiece of the new spot is an open-view smokehouse where customers can see the meat before it is served.

‘Knocking down a few walls’

Owner Justin Easterwood said the interior is still being renovated ahead of opening.

A Kansas City barbecue favorite is expanding to the Northland. Chef J is known for selling out of its most popular options. Now North Kansas City is getting in on the excitement. Chef J plans to open the new spot, with a massive smokehouse this summer. #kc #bbq #restaurant #barbecue #kansascity…

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