
Welcome to Gizmos Tavern, an inviting and cozy establishment located in the heart of Smithville, Missouri. We pride ourselves on offering a fantastic upscale menu that features delicious and thoughtfully crafted dishes, ensuring there’s something for everyone. Whether you’re in the mood for classic favorites or innovative creations, our menu combines quality ingredients with a welcoming atmosphere. Join us for a delightful dining experience where great food meets accessibility, and savor the warm hospitality that makes Gizmos Tavern a beloved local gem.
Hours
| Tuesday | 4–11 PM |
| Wednesday | 4–11 PM |
| Thursday | 4–11 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–12 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–11 PM |
| Monday | 4–11 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 111 N Bridge St, Smithville, MO 64089
Phone: (816) 343-2006
Website: http://www.gizmostavern.com/
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Reviews
We tried the restaurant on a Friday evening, and despite a short 20-25 minute wait, it was well worth it. We started with the salmon spread, served with an herb-grilled baguette. This was an excellent beginning—not too heavy, with the briny capers adding a delightful contrast to the creamy salmon. For the main course, my wife had the Shrimp Scampi, which came with linguini in a white wine and herbed butter sauce. Spinach, pine nuts, cherry tomatoes, and pesto completed the dish, and the shrimp were large and perfectly cooked. The portion size was just right, and she paired it with a house salad that was hearty and fresh.
I opted for the Cioppino, a dish you rarely come across in the Midwest, especially in a small town like Smithville. I had initially wanted the roasted sea bass, but the Cioppino included sea bass, along with shrimp, mussels, calamari, and salmon, all served in a saffron tomato broth. The dish was packed with flavor, and I highly recommend ordering a side of grilled baguette to soak up that incredible broth. As a side, I had bok choy, which was cooked to perfection.
What made our experience even better was that after spending Saturday with family, we found ourselves back at Gizmos for dinner again. My family had heard about our positive experience the night before and was eager to try it out for themselves. This time, we started with the olive spread, which had been recommended to me previously—it was amazing! If you’re an olive fan, don’t pass this up. We also had the fried cheese curds with remoulade sauce, another recommendation that didn’t disappoint.
For our main course, I had the Greek salad, which was fresh and vibrant with mixed greens, olives, pickled shallots, and feta cheese. My wife had another salad that featured mixed greens, walnuts, blueberries, pumpkin seeds, goat cheese, and onions—she loved it, though I can’t recall the name. My sister, who is vegan, opted for sides of green beans, bok choy, and potatoes. She was impressed with the flavors, especially the crisp, flavorful green beans. My father had the house salad.
To finish off the meal, we shared two desserts: a rich sticky toffee bread pudding with popcorn ice cream, and a decadent chocolate torte with black raspberry ice cream. Though I initially claimed I was done, I couldn’t resist digging into the desserts. Both were excellent, and a perfect end to the meal.
What sets Gizmos apart is its menu. They offer a variety of seafood dishes you just don’t see in this area, in addition to staples like burgers, chicken sandwiches, steak, and pork. Whether you’re looking for comfort food or something more refined, there’s something for everyone.
The only slight drawback is that the music could be lowered a notch during the dinner hour. While the tavern vibe is charming, we found ourselves speaking louder than usual to keep up a conversation.
Despite that, if you’re in Kansas City, take a short trip to Gizmos—you won’t regret it! I look forward to visiting again soon.