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As of July 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 restaurants in Shawnee, KS by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Blind Box BBQ with a 4.7-star rating from 4,023 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 83/100. Also in the top tier: Nick and Jake's Shawnee and Sierra Grill. The average rating across all listed restaurants in Shawnee is 4.5 stars from 944 reviews per business on average.

Restaurants in Shawnee range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

Rankings updated July 4, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.

Best Overall

Wandering Vine at the Castle

This restaurant offers a unique castle setting combined with top-ranked cuisine, making it a standout destination in Shawnee.

Most Reviewed

Johnny's Tavern Shawnee

A high review count indicates broad popularity and consistent customer satisfaction, helping diners gauge reliability.

Consider your preference: Wandering Vine excels for a special occasion, while Johnny's, District Pour House, or Toni's offer more casual or familiar options. Rize N Shine is ideal for breakfast lovers.

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Top Rated Restaurants

4.7(4,023 reviews)

Rated 4.7 stars from over 4,000 Google reviews, this Shawnee restaurant is highly popular.

13214 W 62nd Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA
4.6(1,251 reviews)

A 4.6-star rating from over 1,200 reviews reflects consistently strong local dining.

22220 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66226, USA
4.6(812 reviews)

Consistently rated 4.6 stars from over 800 Google reviews.

8659 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219, USA

Restaurants Rankings in Shawnee, KS

#BusinessRatingReviews
#1Blind Box BBQ13214 W 62nd Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA4.74,023
#2Nick and Jake's Shawnee22220 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66226, USA4.61,251
#3Sierra Grill8659 Penrose Ln, Lenexa, KS 66219, USA4.6812
#4Hank's Garage and Grill5801 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA4.7501
#5Ms. T's Kitchen10201 47th St B, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA4.937
#6Hereford House - Shawnee17244 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66217, USA4.31,821
#7Barley's Kitchen + Tap16649 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66217, USA4.31,694
#8The Other Place Shawnee22730 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66226, USA4.31,229
#9The Social Bar & Grill13410 W 62nd Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA4.2545
#10The Pour House Bar and Grill7405 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66214, USA4.3482

Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated July 2026

All Restaurants in Shawnee

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4.7· 501 reviews

Highly rated by hundreds of local customers, this popular restaurant earns 4.7 stars.

5801 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

5
4.9· 37 reviews

Praised by 37 reviewers with a near-perfect 4.9-star rating.

10201 47th St B, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

6
4.3· 1,821 reviews

4.3 stars from over 1,800 reviews make this a trusted local choice.

17244 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66217, USA

7
4.3· 1,694 reviews

Earned a solid 4.3-star rating from over 1,600 Google reviews.

16649 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66217, USA

8
4.3· 1,229 reviews

Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 1,200 Google reviews.

22730 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66226, USA

9
4.2· 545 reviews

Known for solid 4.2-star reviews from over 540 Google ratings.

13410 W 62nd Terrace, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

10
4.3· 482 reviews

4.3 stars from 482 Google reviews, reflecting consistent quality and local popularity.

7405 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66214, USA

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4.5· 432 reviews

A popular Shawnee restaurant with a 4.5-star rating from over 400 reviews.

12001 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

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4.6· 414 reviews

Praised by hundreds of locals with a strong 4.6-star average rating.

10919 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

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4.6· 358 reviews

Known for consistent quality with a 4.6-star rating from over 350 reviews.

8715 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Merriam, KS 66202, USA

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4.5· 328 reviews

Known for a strong 4.5-star rating from over 300 customer reviews.

11101 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

15
4.5· 265 reviews

A local favorite with 4.5 stars from over 260 reviews in Shawnee.

22716 Midland Dr, Shawnee, KS 66227, USA

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4.6· 139 reviews

Known for a strong 4.6-star rating from over 130 Google reviews.

7182 Renner Rd, Shawnee, KS 66217, USA

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4.4· 1,041 reviews

4.4 stars from over 1,000 Google reviews, reflecting consistent local popularity.

8815 Renner Blvd, Lenexa, KS 66219, USA

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4.6· 791 reviews

Consistently rated 4.6 stars from nearly 800 Google reviews.

5930 Nieman Rd, Shawnee, KS 66203, USA

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4.3· 504 reviews

A solid 4.3-star rating from over 500 Google reviews reflects consistent quality.

12401 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

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4.3· 2,215 reviews

Consistently rated 4.3 stars from over 2,200 Google reviews.

13131 Shawnee Mission Pkwy, Shawnee, KS 66216, USA

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Restaurants in Shawnee, KS — Compared

#BusinessRNM ScoreRatingReviews
1Blind Box BBQ83/1004.7 ★4,023
2Nick and Jake's Shawnee82/1004.6 ★1,251
3Sierra Grill82/1004.6 ★812
4Hank's Garage and Grill83/1004.7 ★501
5Ms. T's Kitchen76/1004.9 ★37
6Hereford House - Shawnee76/1004.3 ★1,821
7Barley's Kitchen + Tap76/1004.3 ★1,694
8The Other Place Shawnee76/1004.3 ★1,229
9The Social Bar & Grill75/1004.2 ★545
10The Pour House Bar and Grill76/1004.3 ★482

Ranked by RatingsNearMe Score · ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · July 2026

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Look for businesses with 4.5+ stars, 50+ verified reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and transparent pricing. The top-ranked restaurants in Shawnee on this page are scored by our algorithm that weighs ratings, review count, and profile completeness.

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Licensing requirements vary by trade and state. For most home service contractors, KS requires both a state license and liability insurance. Always ask any contractor for proof of current insurance and a copy of their license number before work begins — you can verify most licenses on your state licensing board's website.

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About This Restaurants Directory — Shawnee, KS

This page lists and ranks 20 restaurants serving Shawnee, KS as of July 2026. The average verified rating across all listings is 4.5 stars, with an average of 944 customer reviews per business. The top-ranked restaurants in Shawnee by our algorithm is Blind Box BBQ (4.7 stars, 4,023 reviews). Restaurants in Shawnee range from $ (budget, under $15/person) to $$$$ (fine dining, $60+/person).

RatingsNearMe uses a transparent, data-driven ranking algorithm that weighs star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment analysis (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability signals (5%). Rankings are not for sale — Featured Partner businesses pay for enhanced visibility but must earn their position through real customer reviews. Data sourced from Google Business listings and updated regularly.

How to choose a restaurants in Shawnee: Look for businesses with 4.5+ stars, 50+ reviews, proper licensing and insurance, and transparent pricing. Get at least 3 quotes for any project over $500. Verify credentials with the KS licensing board before hiring.

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