"Q39 is the kind of upscale place where there’s a nontrivial possibility of seeing someone spray sauce onto their starched white collar. There’s no better place to take fussy relatives visiting town. Founder Rob Magee, who died last year, cut his teeth on the competition barbecue circuit; he built on that experience to open a family-friendly restaurant capable of turning out consistent hickory-fired meats at high volume. The burnt ends, which are preternaturally tender, don’t suffer for the brisk pace. The original location in Midtown is always crowded, so make a reservation or plan on a wait; it’s a bit easier to get a table at the second location in Overland Park, Kansas." - Liz Cook
Pilsen Photo Co-op