Fans got a laugh out of MLB comparing KC and St. Louis ballpark barbecue
AI-generated summary reviewed by our newsroom.
- MLB asked fans to compare Kansas City and St. Louis ballpark barbecue on social media.
- The K offers a Z‑Man and the Royals are offering a beef short‑rib corndog.
- Fans overwhelmingly told MLB that Kansas City barbecue at The K beats Busch Stadium's.
The Royals open a three-game series Friday night in St. Louis in the latest chapter of the I-70 Showdown.
Major League Baseball, God bless ‘em, tried to stir up the rivalry off the field this week by asking this question on social media: Which side of the state has the better barbecue at their ballpark?
Well, duh.
The barbecue in Kansas City is not only tops in the Show-Me State. It’s the best in the world. And one of KC’s best barbecue restaurants has a spot at Kauffman Stadium: Joe’s Kansas City.
If you come to any game at The K, you can treat yourself to a Z-man. The Royals also are offering a beef short rib corndog, which is a twist on traditional barbecue fare.
Meanwhile, the offerings at Busch Stadium that were highlighted by MLB: BBQ nachos and hot dog burnt ends. If the latter doesn’t make your stomach churn just a little, then I’d suggest you get to one of our fine KC barbecue establishments.
Fans made it clear to MLB that it was no contest. Here is a bit of what fans were saying as they let the league know it was foolish to ask the question.
This story was originally published May 15, 2026 at 9:21 AM.
