The Best BBQ In Missouri Actually Comes From An Old Gas Station
By Liz Oliver|Published August 20, 2018
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Liz Oliver
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Liz is a Missouri native with a B.A. in English from Mizzou and a M.A. in Non-Profit Administration from Lindenwood University. She works for a STL metro-area community college and enjoys writing, traveling, and indoor cycling. Her true passion is forcing her encyclopedic knowledge of Missouri facts on uninterested strangers from across the globe!
Great things sometimes come in surprising packages. Barbecue in Missouri is easy to find but this barbecue joint near Kansas City is a bit unique. Sitting on a quiet street in historic Lee’s Summit is an old Texaco gas station that serves the most delicious barbecue. Stop by this quaint little station for a great meal in a super cool setting.
In historic downtown Lee's Summit, is an adorable Texaco filling station that first opened in 1930. By 1999, the filling station was converted into a barbecue joint and has been churning out delicious food ever since. The Filling Station serves amazing, freshly smoked meats and home-made sides.
Step up to the service counter and order from the menu. You can find delicious Kansas City classics like burnt ends, but they also feature other regional bbq dishes like carolina pulled pork.
Family owned and operated, the Filling Station takes pride in their establishment. Your whole family will enjoy dining out at at this gas-station turned bbq joint. Even picky kids can find something to enjoy off their kid's menu.
In addition to providing a tasty lunch or dinner, the Filling Station also caters. From large get-togethers to huge events, they have a catering package that can fit your needs.
You'll love the food and the atmosphere at the Filling Station. Visit them Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. until 8 p.m. On Friday and Saturday they stay open until 9 p.m.