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!

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$132 nightly

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"Really enjoyed the home in a great area of Lawrence. Very accessible to Mass Street"

$268 nightly

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"House was as described on VRBO. Property was very clean and comfortable. House is located on a dead end street, so not a lot of traffic. My husband was able to walk our dog easily in the neighborhood. Hosts replied quickly to our messages. Highway was close by. Would stay here again. "

$480 nightly

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"Property was very well maintained. "

$219 nightly

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2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

"This property was perfect for me and my buddy. We were going to see a show at the Uptown on a Monday night and were able to walk to and from the venue easily. Place was interesting and immaculate. Highly recommend "

$250 nightly

Aug 11 - Aug 12

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"This house was perfect for what we needed! Great location and loved cooking in the kitchen. "

$308 nightly

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"We loved the cozy house. Great location and basecamp for exploring KC. "

"Home was clean and owner was very attentive to ALL needs would recommend staying!"

"The neighborhood is amazing. The house is beautiful and big. We really had a great time. A few minor issues. The keypad to get into the house never worked for us. So we had to keep going in through the garage. The big fireplace is just decorative. We still had a great time.rdjhvvhjdisadisappointing. "

"Roomy, clean and well stocked! "

"Wonderful home. Excellent location for Overland Park Convention center. Will definitely stay again!!"

$425 nightly

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"The property was clean and orderly. Any questions or issues we had were responded to very quickly. They had everything we needed for sleeping and cooking. The baby and dog supplies were an added bonus! "

"This location was great, easy to get to all the places we wanted to explore! Also very pet friendly with a nice backyard space. The decoration was nicely updated and the bed very comfortable. Great to stay a rainy night in! "

$310 nightly

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"This place was awesome. Super clean and had everything we needed. Would highly recommend for groups of 2-4!"

"The property was clean and well maintained.The kitchen was well equipped.Great location, would stay there again."

"The property was really clean and had everything needed for our stay. Host communicated quickly and answered all questions when we had troubles.Would definitely be booking again in the future "

$222 nightly

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"Wonderful home, train is close but didn't hear it at night. Would stay again!"

$161 nightly

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"I chose this property for the option of staying in a converted shipping container. It didn't disappoint! With a well designed interior, three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a full kitchen and comfortable sitting area, Danielle and Ryan provide a great space. It is close to the hospital if you need to be near family, and easy access to a neighborhood filled with restaurants, bars and coffee houses. I would encourage booking this interesting place that gave me easy access to so much on my route back...

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$339 nightly

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"10/10 would stay here again."

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Origin Kansas City Riverfront, a Wyndham Hotel

10/10 Excellent

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The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center

10/10 Excellent

"I booked 2 rooms. 1 had a musty odor, which im the only one it bothered, and the other smelled fabulous, so i got that one 😁 outside of that everything was perfect. It was a family weekend and the location was perfect with amenities suiting 65 yo to 2 yo. We didn't have to drive anywhere. Street car right by to take us downtown or just walk to the adjoining mall full of specialty shops.at Crown Center. The aquarium, lego land and union station all right there. Now the staff was the absolute best, not one bad attitude, all very cheerful and helpful. "

The Fontaine

10/10 Excellent

"This was a lovely SUMMER trip to KC to see our son who’s doing an engineering internship. It was 5 days of great food, pool time and friendly staff. Great location for entertainment and walking to any event you’d like. Had an issue with HOT water and they were so KIND to move us to a new room and it felt like an upgrade for sure. Daily cleaning and touch up of our room was so so nice! We will return! Lots of people celebrating engagement parties, bridal showers and birthdays! Special memories for ALL! "

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The 420 House

Great location right off Mass

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★★2 Story Near Plaza/Westport/KU Med, King Bed, Garage Parking★★

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[2BR] The Sunburst Retreat

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Cozy 3 bedroom in Baldwin City, close to Baker, great for families & friends!

The Mulberry House: Cozy Home In Downtown Olathe

Shipping Container in KC - Rooftop Patio!

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