Bailey’s Family Dining

F or a family-style dining experience with a menu that caters to everyone’s needs, look no further than Bailey’s Family Dining and Bailey’s bar, The Pour House, in Carl Junction, Missouri. Kristina and Kenneth Dunlap are the owners, and they prepare every dish with care, attention to detail and a passion for cooking. Kristina says dining at Bailey’s is like visiting your grandma’s house, where nobody ever goes hungry.

With a menu that ranges from burgers and pasta to steaks and desserts, Bailey’s has a little bit of everything. On top of that, their daily specials offer even more variety, and they’re always willing to whip up something off-menu if they have the ingredients. If you have dietary restrictions, don’t worry - they’re happy to make alternatives for gluten-free and low-carb diets.

Bailey’s offers a variety of daily specials, and I had the pleasure of trying several. The sourdough burger is a must-try - it’s a delightful fusion of a Reuben sandwich and a hamburger, topped with mushrooms, onions, bacon and a delicious Thousand Island dressing. The swordfish with cauliflower rice and perfectly grilled zucchini was also excellent. For a low-carb option, try the cauliflower crust chicken alfredo pizza. From the regular menu, I highly recommend the nachos with pulled pork, gooey cheese and spicy jalapenos, and don’t forget to order the crispy, perfectly seasoned onion rings.

We ended our tasting like any Bailey’s fan would, with Kristina’s homemade pies. The s’mores pie with roasted marshmallows was absolutely fantastic, as was the creamy lemon pie. But the real star of the show was the cinnamon roll cheesecake, a must-try for anyone with a sweet tooth.

Bailey’s Family Dining is not only a great spot for a family-friendly meal or a romantic date night, it’s also my family’s favorite go-to when we don’t feel like cooking at home but want to stay close to home and have made-from-scratch dishes. The owners and staff treat us like family, always going above and beyond to make us feel welcome and satisfied. If you’re not lucky enough to live in the neighborhood, Bailey’s Family Dining and The Pour House are worth the trip to Carl Junction. Located at the corner of Fir Road and Briarbook Drive, it’s easy to find and well worth the visit. Bailey’s is open Monday through Friday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Saturday and Sunday from 7 a.m. until 10 p.m.