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Eighty Eight @ The Elms
88 at The Elms boasts a rustic American dining experience. Our menu is built around quality produce featuring seasonal, locally grown and procurred ingredients, many from the grounds of The Elms.
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59 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Rating Breakdown 59 reviews
5 stars
(29)
4 stars
(16)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(4)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(40)
- romantic(35)
- fit for foodies(24)
- great for brunch(11)
- notable wine list(11)
- good for groups(10)
Eighty Eight @ The Elms Reviews List
Review 1 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Very Disappointing
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were excited to go to the Elms for their Mother's Day brunch, anticipating their recent renovation would include their brunch menu as well. We were extremely disappointed. The meal was very over-priced for what was available. Specialty menu items excluded quite a few children and young adults from eating. Basics such as eggs and pancakes, or even french toast, were not on the menu. Plates were brought to the table with very little food on them. And for the prices charged, it was very disheartening.
The service also was poor. The dining room was not that crowded when we had our reservation. Our waitress took drink orders and disappeared. We got our own drinks. And she still expected a tip."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Mother's Day Brunch
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We knew we were going right into the hustle and bustle of a special Mother's Day Brunch but couldn't resist the wonderful menu offered at Eighty Eight @ The Elms. When we got there is was very busy but not overly crowded so you knew they were doing a great job keeping up with the people who came to eat. (We went at noon, right in the middle of the 10-2 menu and had reservations). Our receptionist took us up to the 2nd story where all became very quiet and few people where there in a cozy atmosphere. We had a wonderful peaceful setting. It was great to get our food amongst many patrons and then to retreat to our quiet setting. Thanks Eighty Eight!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: romantic, scenic view
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Review 3 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Excellent service
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was very impressed with the service. The staffs recommendations were spot on. The food was also top notch. I had the KC strip with asparagus. My wife had the buffalo chicken wrap with seasoned fries. Both delicious. We would definatley return to eat here the next time we stay at the ELMS!"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 4 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Outstanding Food and Service!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Had dinner at Eighty Eight as part of our stay. Had a romantic table on the second floor. The atmosphere was great, the service and food were outstanding! We plan on making our getaway to the Elms Hotel an annual event!"
Dined on 5/03/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 5 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A well crafted meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A well crafted meal. We started with the beet salad and the scallops then the rib eye steak and the chicken breast. Not your average chicken breast. The meat melted in my mouth-flavorful and so tender. The ribeye at medium rare was cooked to perfection. Finished with the strawberry rubarb cobbler. Not an overflow of food. I doubt you'll take home a doggie bag, but we left sated and very pleased."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 6 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed our dinner very much.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Enjoyed our dinner very much. Both my husband and myself were very pleased with our meals and with the service we received. No doubt, we will dined there again in the future."
Dined on 04/03/2013
2007
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 7 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Skip it
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
"88 tries to hard and subsequently fails to impress at all. I ordered the salmon. It was dry and flavorless. The veggies that it came with were good but overall, I left hungry. My husband had the hare. He said the meat had good flavor but was tough. We will not return to the 88. If you have a hotel credit, spend it in the spa instead."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2009
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Review 8 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Good news! An excellent restaurant
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Good news! An excellent restaurant whether in Excelsior Springs or anywhere in the world. Bad news! It's in Excelsior Springs. Too far off the beaten path to visit again soon. But a great dining experience. I had a perfect steak and my wife had delicious fish. The beet salad was a huge surprise with the warm cheese curds. Great dinner ambiance. Well exceeded my expectations for presentation, taste and service."
Dined on 03/22/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great service, expertly mixed
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great service, expertly mixed cocktails, and delicious food!
We were hoping for a nice dinner to celebrate our anniversary, but also wanted to catch the KU game toward the end of our meal, so the hostess sat us at a cozy table in the bar area so we could enjoy each other's company while keeping an eye on the score. The bartender took great care of us, made excellent recommendations as we ordered and even mixed up a tasty dessert cocktail upon request. We'll definitely be back again!"
We were hoping for a nice dinner to celebrate our anniversary, but also wanted to catch the KU game toward the end of our meal, so the hostess sat us at a cozy table in the bar area so we could enjoy each other's company while keeping an eye on the score. The bartender took great care of us, made excellent recommendations as we ordered and even mixed up a tasty dessert cocktail upon request. We'll definitely be back again!"
Dined on 03/22/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
My wife and I drove 50 miles
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My wife and I drove 50 miles to have dinner with you and stay the evening for our 35th wedding anniversary. Breakfast was also experienced the next morning. SUPERB, EXCELLENT, MEMORABLE, and everything exceeded our dreams. Where did you get that chef? He is so creative and flavors we had never enjoyed more. It was just a tremendously wonderful 24 hours topped by two wonderful meals. Thank you staff for making our 35th a very special memory. Geoff and Sheryl Heathcock"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
As always we were treated
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"As always we were treated to wonderful service and delicious food."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 12 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Decor and service was excellent.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Decor and service was excellent. Food was pricey and the waitress suggested the roasted duck. Although I enjoyed the dish there was more fat than I would prefer. But wonderful homed bread and ingredients from local vendors. Very romantic located in The Elms hotel."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 13 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The food overall was good,
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The food overall was good, but my husband ordered the ny strip-it arrived rather cold and he said it was a little tough. He told the waitress, she offered to re-cook, but food was coming out of the kitchen so slowly, he was afraid it would take at least 30 mins. She ended up just reheating it. I tried it, it was pretty tough for a ny strip, especially for $33! She did comp my wine, but that was for me, not my husband."
Dined on 03/03/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 14 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We loved Eighty-Eight at the
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We loved Eighty-Eight at the Elms. The food was delicious, the service was great, and it was a wonderful atmosphere. I am vegan, and the chef cooked up something especially for me that wasn't on the menu. It was a great experience all around!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The server was outstanding
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The server was outstanding and her descriptions of the food far surpassed the actual product."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2009
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 16 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Valentine Day 5 course menu. Excel
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Valentine Day 5 course menu.
Excellent choices, new tastes from around the world.
Will return for another meal to sample more of the regular menu.
One of the best experiences I had in the KC metroplex.
Thank you ELMS!"
Excellent choices, new tastes from around the world.
Will return for another meal to sample more of the regular menu.
One of the best experiences I had in the KC metroplex.
Thank you ELMS!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Kansas City Gem
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"What a beautiful experience. Walking up to the Elms a magical feeling of anticipation begins to fill you. The big Elms Sign illuminates the trees that frame the old historic rock building. As we entered, we were greeted warmly at every turn. The food was a fresh & unique dining experience. While they had all the staples of fine dining: steak, fish, etc…also offered was a hearty, rustic menu of elk, antelope, braised pork, and signature cocktails. The eclectic pairing of flavors were unique to anything I have found in KC. Set to an ambiance that is truly classic and elegant you leave with a warmth that is sure to bring you back."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 18 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The hot tub was a party scene
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The hot tub was a party scene with beer, liquor, smoke of both types. But other than that it was a good stay, one other thing, the bed was pretty comfortable considering the masive amount of bumps in it rm.201"
Dined on 02/15/2013
2013
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Review 19 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Need New Chef
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We were there for four days on a spa weekend. We had a hard time finding anything on the menu that sounded appetizing. We ordered sandwiches and could eat half, not good. We had reservations for Saturday night and the service was exceptional but salmon was not done. We were ther for a spa weekend to relax and had intended to order room service the whole time but ended up going out for our Sunday meals. I have traveled the U.S. and around the world and eaten at some very ice restaurants and I am not a picky eater. The ingredient explanations on the menu do not even sound good. It looks like the chef wants to make a name for hisself and it's not working. Sometimes you need to have just some simple meat and seafood selection on the menu."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, kid-friendly, notable wine list, romantic
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Review 20 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Food was not hot. Deserts
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Food was not hot. Deserts were good though."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 21 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb wait-staff, professional,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Superb wait-staff, professional, yet courteous and friendly. Food was excellent! Braised ribs, ribeye, vegetables, desserts... all were done to perfection. The dining area was clean, quiet (for the number of people dining, and reminiscent of the hotels heydays. We are already trying to think up excuses to go back and enjoy the experience again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The service was very good.
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The service was very good. I had a surprisingly good butter nut squash soup with pomegranate and a delicious steak. My wife gads chicken dish. She felt the chicken was tasty but very chewy. Everything was plated beautifully. Noise level was good, atmosphere lovely. Overall, an enjoyable experience. It was not our first time and won't be our last."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 23 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a wonderful experience.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a wonderful experience. They use local food as much as possible and it was delicious. The items we selected were matched perfectly with their sides, sauces and the size. I can't say enough about how much we enjoyed this place."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good hotel food
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Eighty Eight @ The Elms was a good restaurant. The lunch menu was very good and the brunch was well put together. If you are staying a The Elms its worth eating in house. I don't know if I'd drive the 45 mins from Kansas City just for the restaurant though."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2013
Special Features: great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 25 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A reasonably good dining experience
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"A reasonably good dining experience with attentive staff and food well-presented. On the downside there are TVs in the room. When dining out why would anyone want to watch TV? Are they not there to enjoy the company and conversation of their companions?"
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
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Review 26 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Enjoyed the great food from
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Enjoyed the great food from a chef that is obviously well trained!"
Dined on 02/03/2013
2013
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Review 27 for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We ate lunch and dinner at
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We ate lunch and dinner at the 88 and really enjoyed everything."
Dined on 12/27/2012
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Eighty Eight @ The Elms
Based on the average of (32) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate