Bonner Springs, KS

Travel Guide

Ok, so I don't write about or "review" food very often. However, in a case like this, I need to. We've all heard at some point or another that Kansas City is the place for BBQ. Today I was in Bonner Springs, a small town just outside of K.C. There really isn't any reason to ever go there, unless, you want a phenomenal BBQ experience. You will be met by some exceptionally nice & friendly owners, Papa Bob and his wife. The place is only 5 years old, and for the most part, off the beaten path. But Papa Bob has made a name for himself out here. This is BBQ country, and when it comes to BBQ, no one is counting calories; especially, Adam Richman, star of The Food Network's, "Man vs. Food." Adam was at Papa Bob's not too long ago, attempting to defeat "The Ultimate Destroyer Challenge!" What is it you ask? I'll let Papa Bob tell you... "SPREAD OUT ON THE FIRST LAYER OF THE 12” HOAGIE BUN IS A HALF POUND OF MOUTHWATERING PULLED PORK. ATOP THAT, A HALF POUND OF HICKORY SMOKED SLICED PORK. ABOVE A GENEROUS SQUIRT OF PAPA BOB’S REGULAR SAUCE, WE ADD TWO SLICES OF BREAD. NEXT COMES A HALF POUND LAYER OF SLICED, HICKORY SMOKED HAM WITH A HALF POUND LAYER OF HICKORY SMOKED TURKEY BREAST ABOVE THAT. FOLLOWING THE SAUCE AND TWO MORE PIECES OF BREAD, ADD THREE, COUNT ‘EM, THREE, HALF POUND HICKORY SMOKED HAMBURGERS WITH ANOTHER GENEROUS SQUIRT OF SAUCE. ADD THE BREAD AND HERE COMES THE BEEF. A HALF POUND OF TENDER HICKORY SMOKED BRISKET SPREAD OUT WITH A HALF POUND OF LEAN, HICKORY SMOKED BBQ SAUSAGE AS THE LAST LAYER FOLLOWED WITH YET ANOTHER SQUIRT OF SAUCE. ALL THIS WILL TRY TO BE CAMOUFLAGED WITH THE TOP OF THE HOAGIE BUN. FOR YOUR CULINARY ENJOYMENT, WE’RE ADDING ONE AND ONE HALF POUNDS OF FRIES AND FOUR DILL PICKLE SPEARS OR FOUR JALAPENO PEPPERS TO COMPLETE THE “ULTIMATE DESTROYER CHALLENGE” Drooling yet? Think you could handle all of that? Well, if you think you can muster to put down all 4 1/2 lbs of this meal'o'heartattack, then you should give it a shot. Because if you can clean your plate in under 45 minutes; that $55 sandwich you just ordered will be free! Plus, you'll get your picture up on the wall next to the two others that have completed the challenge successfully. If you don't finish it in under 45 minutes, you still get your picture on the wall, you just get to have your picture next to Adam's on Papa Bob's "Wall of Shame." Next time you're traveling through Kansas City, do yourself a huge favor and stop by here. It is a delightful experience! And if you don't want the Ultimate Destroyer, than try the burnt ends... They're absolutely amazing!
Ok, so I don't write about or "review" food very often. However, in a case like this, I need to. We've all heard at some point or another that Kansas City is the place for BBQ. Today I was in Bonner Springs, a small town just outside of K.C. There really isn't any reason to ever go there, unless, you want a phenomenal BBQ experience. You will be met by some exceptionally nice & friendly owners, Papa Bob and his wife. The place is only 5 years old, and for the most part, off the beaten path. But Papa Bob has made a name for himself out here. This is BBQ country, and when it comes to BBQ, no one is counting calories; especially, Adam Richman, star of The Food Network's, "Man vs. Food." Adam was at Papa Bob's not too long ago, attempting to defeat "The Ultimate Destroyer Challenge!" What is it you ask? I'll let Papa Bob tell you... "SPREAD OUT ON THE FIRST LAYER OF THE 12” HOAGIE BUN IS A HALF POUND OF MOUTHWATERING PULLED PORK. ATOP THAT, A HALF POUND OF HICKORY SMOKED SLICED PORK. ABOVE A GENEROUS SQUIRT OF PAPA BOB’S REGULAR SAUCE, WE ADD TWO SLICES OF BREAD. NEXT COMES A HALF POUND LAYER OF SLICED, HICKORY SMOKED HAM WITH A HALF POUND LAYER OF HICKORY SMOKED TURKEY BREAST ABOVE THAT. FOLLOWING THE SAUCE AND TWO MORE PIECES OF BREAD, ADD THREE, COUNT ‘EM, THREE, HALF POUND HICKORY SMOKED HAMBURGERS WITH ANOTHER GENEROUS SQUIRT OF SAUCE. ADD THE BREAD AND HERE COMES THE BEEF. A HALF POUND OF TENDER HICKORY SMOKED BRISKET SPREAD OUT WITH A HALF POUND OF LEAN, HICKORY SMOKED BBQ SAUSAGE AS THE LAST LAYER FOLLOWED WITH YET ANOTHER SQUIRT OF SAUCE. ALL THIS WILL TRY TO BE CAMOUFLAGED WITH THE TOP OF THE HOAGIE BUN. FOR YOUR CULINARY ENJOYMENT, WE’RE ADDING ONE AND ONE HALF POUNDS OF FRIES AND FOUR DILL PICKLE SPEARS OR FOUR JALAPENO PEPPERS TO COMPLETE THE “ULTIMATE DESTROYER CHALLENGE” Drooling yet? Think you could handle all of that? Well, if you think you can muster to put down all 4 1/2 lbs of this meal'o'heartattack, then you should give it a shot. Because if you can clean your plate in under 45 minutes; that $55 sandwich you just ordered will be free! Plus, you'll get your picture up on the wall next to the two others that have completed the challenge successfully. If you don't finish it in under 45 minutes, you still get your picture on the wall, you just get to have your picture next to Adam's on Papa Bob's "Wall of Shame." Next time you're traveling through Kansas City, do yourself a huge favor and stop by here. It is a delightful experience! And if you don't want the Ultimate Destroyer, than try the burnt ends... They're absolutely amazing!
Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City

2.5 out of 5
13041 Ridge Avenue Bonner Springs KS
$91 nightly
The price is $106 total per night from Jan 25 to Jan 26
$106 total
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bonner Springs. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (689 reviews)
All above

Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026

Comfort Inn Bonner Springs Kansas City
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City

3.5 out of 5
1491 North 98th Terrace Kansas City KS
$161 nightly
The price is $192 total per night from Feb 8 to Feb 9
$192 total
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 bars/lounges. Popular attractions Legends Outlets Kansas City and Kansas Speedway ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
We just wanted a weekend getaway to celebrate my son’s birthday. The main requirement was a fun indoor pool. This was perfect. I will say it was super crowded Saturday night but we expected that. If you want a fun and affordable stay with kids that want to swim in the middle of the winter I recommend ...

Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026

Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
Loews Kansas City Hotel

Loews Kansas City Hotel

4 out of 5
1515 Wyandotte Street Kansas City MO
$199 nightly
The price is $239 total per night from Jan 30 to Jan 31
$239 total
Jan 30 - Jan 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,944 reviews)
Clean all the way around. The only staff we really delt with was the gentleman checking us in but he was great.

Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026

Loews Kansas City Hotel
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WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk

WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk

3.5 out of 5
11200 Glenwood St Overland Park KS
Stay at this apartment in Overland Park. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,094 reviews)
The rooms are clean and so comfortable!

Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026

WaterWalk Extended Stay by Wyndham Kansas City - Overland Pk
Leavenworth Local Hotel

Leavenworth Local Hotel

2.5 out of 5
600 Shawnee St Leavenworth KS
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Leavenworth. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions First City Museum and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (363 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026

Leavenworth Local Hotel
Charming 3-bedroom 2 bath house in Kansas City’s best location by plaza/downtown

Charming 3-bedroom 2 bath house in Kansas City’s best location by plaza/downtown

Kansas City MO
Stay at this vacation home in Kansas City. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium and Crown Center ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (13 reviews)
Great place to stay convenient to crown center & plaza areas. Very clean with fenced yard for pets. Host was extremely responsive and helpful. Comfortable & welcoming 3 bedroom 2 bath accommodations..

Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025

Charming 3-bedroom 2 bath house in Kansas City’s best location by plaza/downtown
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Popular places to visit

Azura Amphitheater

After visiting Azura Amphitheater, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bonner Springs. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Azura Amphitheater

National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame during your trip to Bonner Springs. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

National Agricultural Center and Hall of Fame

Moon Marble Company

Take the family on an outing to Moon Marble Company during your trip to Bonner Springs. You can attend a sporting event while in the area.

Moon Marble Company

Reviews of Bonner Springs

3.9
Guest rating
5 - Excellent
9
5 - Excellent 23%
4 - Good
18
4 - Good 46%
3 - Okay
10
3 - Okay 26%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 5%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Renaissance Festival was a blast. Will for sure be back

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great people. I will be back.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Roads are a bit odd but nothing anyone could handle.

5/5 - Excellent

Russ

Went to Moon Marble Company. It was a neat place to casually spend 2 hours of our interest.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Staff was very friendly

3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

Signs to I-70 unclear. Never found the McDonald's for early breakfast.

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