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THE PLAZA | KANSAS CITY, MO
The Plaza is a 15-block area filled with high-end shopping and restaurants. This popular destination boasts the best collection of happy hours in Kansas City. From gourmet burgers and discounts on beer, to half price martinis and fondue, the Plaza has it all. More info
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O’Dowd’s – Pints & bar food in a warm, woody space with authentic details brought over from Ireland. A casual gastrobar with live music, DJ’s, and a rooftop deck. More info
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| The Granfalloon – The Plaza’s only sports bar, with 18 televisions and 2 big screens, The Granfalloon has upscale pub fare and a casual environment. This is a popular happy hour spot. More info |
| The Monarch & The Parlour – The Monarch is one of the most refined and opulent spaces in Kansas City. From the plush velvet seating to the stunning Monarch butterfly chandelier to the beautiful marble center bar, it is tastefully appointed with an impressive cocktail menu. Parlour lies behind a closed and unmarked door. The candlelit space features richly upholstered black leather, and heavy curtains. With seating for only sixteen, it requires reservations but is an intimate and one-of-a-kind experience that features a cocktail list exclusive to the room, along with the rarest spirits and fine wines. More info |
| Nine Zero One Rooftop Bar & Lounge– Enjoy special craft cocktails, a curated wine list, and an amazing seasonal menu designed by their Chef. Throughout the year, they offer seasonal activations, including a winter Igloo Bar and summer Private Rooftop Cabanas. Indoor private dining rooms offering panoramic views of Sunset Hills are also available. More info |
Prime Social – Prime Social is a lively and dynamic rooftop cocktail lounge, offering cocktails, small plates, and city views. More info |
POWER & LIGHT DISTRICT | KANSAS CITY, MO
More than 450,000 square feet of restaurants, clubs, and retail space in downtown Kansas City makes this the largest entertainment district in the Midwest. Cocktail bars and steakhouses in the area have a party vibe, and there are upscale clubs for late-night dancing and live music. The shopping scene offers chic boutiques for fashion and accessories. Wow! More info
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| Howl at the Moon Kansas City – Howl at the Moon is a party venue and live music bar. Their high-energy, live, dueling pianos music shows are centered around dance hits and party anthems that will get you moving in no time. More info |
Johnnie’s Jazz Bar & Grill – Live music featuring some of the best Kansas City artists, southern-inspired food, nightly specials, 70 types of bourbon, extensive wine list, board games, and more offered in a classy atmosphere. More info
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| Drum Room – A sophisticated lounge in the Hilton President Hotel offering live jazz & craft cocktails. More info |
| No Other Pub by Sporting KC – No Other Pub by Sporting KC is a one-of-a-kind sports bar, gaming parlor, and social lounge. Your premier destination to watch sporting events on their 10 x 15 foot video wall while enjoying local craft beers and spirits. More info |
PBR Big Sky: A Coors Banquet Bar – A Rollicking cowboy bar doling out brews in an easygoing setting with live music & a mechanical bull. More info |
| Sinker’s Lounge – Welcome to Kansas City’s mini golf experience! Sinkers Lounge has 9 mini golf holes, 9 table top games & full-service cocktail lounge. More info |
WESTPORT | KANSAS CITY, MO
Historic Westport is an eclectic area, renowned for its vibrant night life. It is home to a wide variety of brewpubs, DJ bars, and retro-chic diners serving American comfort food. During the day, the scene centers on trendy fashion boutiques. More info
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The Levee – Open since 1965, The Levee is a Kansas City institution and truly one of KC’s most unique bars. Only here you will find everyone from college kids and CEOs, rubbing elbows as they dance the night away. On the main level, you’ll find KC’s most popular bands performing everything from soul and blues to reggae and rock. Upstairs is a classic neighborhood bar. It a great place to meet friends grabs a bite or watches a game. Several outdoor seating areas are available. More info |
Mike Kelly’s Westsider – They’re a neighborhood pub with KC’s finest live music. The full-service restaurant and bar carry imported beer, cocktails, wine, and liquor to quench all thirsts. Visit them and listen to live entertainment while eating and drinking with friends. More info
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The Fall – The Fall is Kansas City’s most unique underground bar experience. The spacious bar is loosely themed around Alice in Wonderland. Hidden below the surface of Westport, The Fall is an eclectic lounge offering craft cocktails and premium spirits in an imaginative atmosphere. More than just a cocktail bar, The Fall is an otherworldly adventure that will captivate your senses. More info
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| Dave’s Stagecoach Inn – When you visit Dave’s Stagecoach Inn, park on the east side, and come in through the rear. It’s standard protocol for dive regulars. Dave’s Stagecoach Inn values its customers with great service, friendly bartenders and cheap drinks! More info |
| Kelly’s Westport Inn – Kelly’s is an Irish watering hole deep in the heart of Westport. Throw your Irish Whiskey or pint back seven days a week in the oldest building in Kansas City. More info |
| Missie B’s – Whether your plans include drag shows, dancing, drinks or all of the above, Missie B’s has it all. If you want to see the best drag show between the Mississippi River and Vegas, make sure to check out Missy B’s. More info |
| Twin City Tavern – Twin City Tavern is low-key, divey and endearing. This Midtown dive bar isn’t much to look at but has stood the test of time since 1934. Twin City Tavern knows how to adjust to the times. It added an outdoor heated dining area in its parking lot. That heated, outdoor area provides comfortable outdoor dining for all. More info |
Westport Flea Market – The Westport Flea Market’s hamburgers have won the best burger in Kansas City award 30 years straight. Choose one of 44 beers on tap, enjoy a burger, and feel part of the Kansas City community when you drop by “the Flea”. More info
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| The Green Room – The bar and performance venue provide a mix of improv and stand-up alongside their excellent trivia nights and delicious smashburgers. This is the one stop shop for the funniest folks that KC has to offer, and often big names from out of town. More info |
| The KC Improv Co. – They have over 25 professional actors who perform in shows, teach classes, and take part in multiple private events around the Midwest. They’ve expanded from simple shows based on tried-and-true games and characters to challenging formats such as Improvised Shakespeare, Improvised Murder Mysteries, and exciting original formats. More info |
THE CROSSROADS ARTS DISTRICT | KANSAS CITY, MO
In The Crossroads, once-vacant warehouses now house one of the most concentrated gallery districts in the nation! It’s here that you can truly take in the arts, while restaurants, breweries, and speakeasies round out the neighborhood. More info
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| The Brick – The Brick is a neighborhood bar & grill established in 1999 that serves up lunch and dinner specials with brunch on Saturdays. They have great food, affordable prices, friendly service and feature live music, poetry readings, storytelling, and local art on the walls. Indoor and outdoor seating available. More info |
| Green Lady Lounge – Green Lady is a lounge featuring KC Jazz musicians in the rich Kansas City tradition. Step back in time into a real cocktail lounge, where the staff is dressed up in suits and ties and cocktail dresses. The lights are kept low in this elegant, yet casual environment, where you’ll find chandeliers, red walls, and vintage oil paintings. Stages are on the main level and downstairs. Either level will afford you live performances by some of the best jazz musicians in the world. More info |
recordBar – The recordBar is one of KC’s best, just-big-enough venues, where you can catch all your favorite medium sized acts up close and personal. More info
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| Swordfish Tom’s – A quiet, quaint, HIDDEN (you’ll find the unmarked entrance down an alley), pre-prohibition cocktail bar with 30 persons max capacity. On busy nights, overflow guests may stand by in a small chamber outside the bar, waiting for the light over the thick iron door to switch from red – meaning the bar is at capacity – to green, signifying that seats have opened up. The menu emphasizes pre-Prohibition era cocktails, but there’s no end to the creativity of the bar staff. This is an intimate hideaway with a sophisticated, vintage-inspired setting. More info |
Up/Down KC – Up-Down Kansas City is a 21+ arcade bar featuring more than 50 arcade games from the ‘80s and ‘90s, pinball machines, four classic skeeball alleys, Nintendo 64 console gaming, and life-size Jenga and Connect Four. All games cost just 25 cents, and the drink menu includes an extensive craft beer selection with over 50 beers on tap and even more bottles and cans, as well as a full bar. Come reignite your inner child! More info
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| The Bird Comedy Theater – If you’re looking to laugh, they’ve got you covered. Featuring some of Kansas City’s best comedians and actors, The Bird Comedy Theater presents 5 comedy shows, every weekend! More info |
MARTINI CORNER | UNION HILL, KANSAS CITY, MO
Located at 31st Street and Gillham, we call the area “Martini Corner” in honor of the bars and restaurants that fill it. It is a hot spot for patios, happy hour, and brunch. Grab your friends to explore this vibrant neighborhood day or night, thanks to a great mix of neighborhood institutions and new hot spots alike!
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Barrio Taqueria – Serving lunch, dinner, happy hour, drinks, and brunch, this Martini Corner gem is a laid back, taqueria-inspired restaurant and bar that offers an array of specialty and Mexican “street” tacos as well as other Mexican-inspired menu items. With gorgeous roof patio and live music, you’re sure to have a great time! More info
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| Brick House – Brick House is a local bar in Union Hill, that offers a great happy hour! They also offer American style food with over 10 types of burgers and sandwiches that range from Philly cheesesteak to Fish and Chips. And don’t forget to stop by for Mimosas at brunch too! More info |
Tower Taven – Providing KC with a massive selection of craft brews on tap, the BEST pub grub & sports on TV in a neighborhood hangout with exposed-brick walls. They have extra seating on the patio with two fire pit tables and other covered or non covered seating. Many of the beers are on rotation, so come check them out before they are gone! More info
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| Ludo’s – The perfect hangout with tasty drinks, old-school pinball, and shuffleboard. Book a lane in advance, grab a frozen Tang-o (tequila, mango, lime, orange), and watch your cares slip away. The only worry you’ll have is keeping your biscuit out of the kitchen. If you have no idea what that means, don’t fret. The friendly staff will teach you everything you need to know about shuffleboard. More info |
THE JAZZ DISTRICT | 18TH & VINE, KANSAS CITY, MO
Kansas City has an incredible history steeped in blues and jazz. Around 18th and Vine, you’ll find the city’s jazz district. If you’re ready to get funky, head to the Blue Room, a working jazz club inside the American Jazz Museum, open four nights a week, featuring the best local and national artists in an intimate, creative setting. More info
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| The Blue Room – If you’re ready to get funky, head to the Blue Room, a working jazz club open four nights a week, featuring the best local and national artists in an intimate, creative setting. More info |
| Mutual Musicians Foundation – Storied Musicians’ Union Local building hosting jazz jam sessions & jazz events since 1930. More info |
ADDITIONAL NIGHTLIFE AREAS
BROOKSIDE & WALDO | KANSAS CITY, MO
The Brookside area is a metropolitan hub of unique shops, trendy restaurants, and cultural attractions. It is located in Kansas City, Missouri, just a few blocks south of the Country Club Plaza. Located just south of Brookside, Waldo is a walkable, bikeable neighborhood filled with everything from boutiques to bakeries, and day spas to nightlife. More info Brookside | More info Waldo
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| Flo’s Poke-A-Dot Lounge | Waldo – Celebrated in online reviews for being one of Kansas City’s cleanest dive bars, Flo’s Poke-A-Dot Lounge is a strip mall watering hole on the edge of Waldo. Grab a cold beer and kick back at the bar, or head to the back for a round of pool or darts. More info |
| The Peanut | Brookside – Established in 1933, tiny in size and mighty in volume best describes The Peanut at 50th and Main. About the size of a shotgun house, it’s the beer, not the breeze, that flows at this original location. Maybe it’s the 80-dozen spicy peanut wings this location sells per day that spikes customer thirst. Or maybe its notorious peanut wings, nachos supreme, or BLT… More info |
| Piano Room | Waldo – This spot was nominated in 10 categories for The Pitch’s Best of KC 2022, including Best Bar to Meet People. Enjoy classics sung by the talented bartenders or go hop on stage yourself. More info |
BUSINESS DISTRICT | DOWNTOWN, KANSAS CITY, MO
The downtown area of Kansas City, MO, or the “Business District” is contained within a loop of interstate highways created by I-35 on the west, I-35/I-70 on the north, I-70 on the east, and I-670 on the south side. The Power & Light Entertainment District, the T-Mobile Center, Bartle Hall, and Municipal Auditorium are just a few exciting highlights of downtown.
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| The Majestic – You can hear live Kansas City Jazz seven days a week at The Majestic Restaurant. Nothing compliments this music like a great Kansas City steak or a hand crafted, prohibition era cocktail, which is why the full dinner and cocktail menu is served in The Jazz Club. Enjoy a live show and delicious food on the main floor or in the Jazz Club. More info |
The Phoenix – The Phoenix is one of the oldest jazz & blues clubs (with darn good food) in the heart of downtown KC. The Phoenix features live music six days per week, a full menu, and a live jazz brunch every Saturday & Sunday. More info
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P.S. Speakeasy – Being shown into P.S. Speakeasy feels like being let in on a secret—in large part because to enter this underground bar, you’ll have to get a Hotel Phillips employee to open a secret door behind reception. Hotel Phillips opened in 1931, just two years before Prohibition ended, and you’ll find plenty of historical nods in the bar’s décor. Reservations accepted. More info
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The Quaff – The Quaff Bar & Grill is a favorite Kansas City neighborhood bar with a bar as long as awards list—46 feet. However, it’s not the awards that fuel The Quaff’s endurance, it’s the heart of its second-generation owner, Joe Bonino. Joe’s heart is huge. However, Joe and his staff aren’t ones to gush over anyone, especially athletes or musicians. That’s probably why George Brett, Puff Daddy, Rod Stewart, and Jewel have all thrown a few back at the Quaff at one time. More info |
EAST BOTTOMS | KANSAS CITY, MO
The East Bottoms is an industrial area situated northeast of downtown, just south of the Missouri River and the sandwiched between runs of railroad tracks. Historically, the area was anchored by the German Beer producers, Heim Brothers Brewery until it closed due to prohibition. Today it is an exciting place to go for live music at Knuckleheads and to visit the high-end distillery, The Rieger, which sits on the original site of the Heim Brothers bottling plant. More info
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| The Hey! Hey! Club at J. Rieger & Co. – The original Hey Hey Club was in downtown Kansas City. The club played host to jazz musicians the likes of Count Basie, Lester Young, and countless others. Today the tradition continues at J. Rieger & Co. Seating is limited, but the food and cocktails are on point! More info |
Knuckleheads – Live music, from rock to Elvis tributes to gospel, plus burgers & beer in biker-bar digs. They have 5 stages, including one that is outdoors. More info
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Electric Park – The Electric Park Garden Bar is a one-of-a-kind outdoor bar experience on the grounds of the historic J. Rieger distillery. During the colder months enjoy the bar in a one-of-a-kind enclosed outdoor bar experience. More info
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| Ameristar – Located just over the river from the East Bottoms, the Ameristar Casino is situated on 183 acres by the Missouri River Bridge at 210 Highway. Offering a full service hotel, all of their entertainment, dining specials, and casino excitement are located just seven miles east of downtown Kansas City, Missouri. More info |
| Bally’s – Bally’s Kansas City is open 24-hours, seven days a week. It includes table games, slots, and a high limit gaming area with full service bar, private restrooms and a dedicated VIP staff team. You’ll also find five restaurants and bars, plus meeting and event space. More info |
KANSAS CITY, KS | STRAWBERRY HILL & THE LEGENDS
Strawberry Hill is a vibrant neighborhood offering spectacular views of the “Kawmouth”, the confluence of the Kansas and Missouri Rivers. The neighborhood has many historic sites, art studios, bookstores, restaurants and bars, and with its close proximity to downtown, is experiencing a growth spurt. The Legends is a shopping destination close to Piper. The Sporting KC Stadium and the NASCAR Kansas Speedway are also within this area. More info
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Fat Matt’s Vortex | Strawberry Hill – Too few people know about this unique bar in a converted funeral parlor in KCK. The owners will be quick to regale you with tales of spooky incidents like doors slamming and lights flickering, but they will also reassure you that the spirits are not malevolent, just restless. More info
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| 403 Club | Strawberry Hill – If you’re a pinball enthusiast and you haven’t yet been to Kansas City’s best pinball bar, consider your weekend plans made. An enticing selection of pinball machines doesn’t only attract casual players; 403 Club hosts weekly pinball tournaments, too. More info |
| Chicago’s | Strawberry Hill – This corner bar serves as the unofficial gateway to Strawberry Hill. They’ve got an expertly stocked bar, an eye-catching vintage “Prescriptions” sign and a ceiling that’s plastered with signed dollar bills. You’ll find all of the beer and liquor essentials covered, but don’t sleep on Chicago’s specialty cocktail menu, aptly named Prescriptions and featuring catchy names like the Benzo Gimlet or Oxy Collins. If the main room is packed, step into the adjoining room for a low-key vibe and a trip down memory lane complete with historic local pictures and memorabilia. More info |
Johnnie’s on Seventh | Strawberry Hill – Johnnie’s on Seventh is named after Johnnie Baska, who founded the dive bar in 1934. Look up at the ceiling and you’ll see photos of famous men, who not coincidentally are all named John. The crowd at Johnnie’s like to celebrate Polski Day, watch soccer, and gather for Jamaican Jerk Fests. More info
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| 7th Street Casino – Located just west of Strawberry Hill, in the Kansas City, KS midtown, the 7th Street Casino was founded in 2008 by the Wyandotte Nation. This premier location for classic slot machines, great food, fun drinks, and big jackpots has the best gaming experience in the Midwest! More info |
| Hollywood Casino | The Legends – Welcome to Hollywood, where you’ll find all of your favorite traditional reel and video slots, plus video poker, as well as as your favorite table games. Take a break and enjoy a meal at one of their restaurants, including Turn 2, which sports spectacular views of the Kansas Speedway. More info |
KU MED AREA | 39TH STREET, KANSAS CITY, MO
39th Street in Kansas City, Missouri, runs by the University of Kansas Medical Center (KU Med) and is a vibrant neighborhood comprised predominantly of small local businesses, includingmany restaurants, shops, and other attractions. West 39th Street is found precisely along the western state line divide of Missouri and Kansas in central Kansas City. More info
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| Hi-Dive Lounge – Enjoy mystery beers, available from the city’s only canned beer machine! It’s sort of like gambling, but with much more delicious results. You’ll also find a fully stocked bar, a varied menu (complete with vegetarian options), and Sunday brunch. As the temperatures drop, grab a spot in Hi-Dive’s covered, open-air seating and soak up all of the 39th Street vibes. More info |
| Jimmy’s Jigger – Located at the corner of 39th and State Line, this Kansas City dive bar originally opened its doors in 1934. The bar is across from the University of Kansas Medical Center. It’s also attached to “Jazz A Louisiana Kitchen”. Step inside where owner, Timmy Bowers has decades of stories to share about the bar! More info |
LEE’S SUMMIT, MO | HISTORIC DOWNTOWN AREA
Downtown Lee’s Summit, Missouri is known for its history, restaurants, bars, and events. With more than 60 locally owned businesses, including unique retail shops, and many restaurants and bars ranging from upscale to laid-back, Downtown Lee’s Summit is an eclectic and fun place to visit. More info
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The 1909 Club – The 1909 Club is Libations & Company’s vibrant music hall. Come and enjoy this beautiful space dedicated to live music. This intimate setting is cozy and unique, creating an experience that moves both musicians and the audience. Celebrating all styles of music including authentic Kansas City music, blues, jazz, funk, and soul, the 1909 Club offers a space to sip cocktails, listen to live music, and comfortably converse with other guests. More info
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The W – Enter this award-winning cocktail bar through an unmarked door on a quiet street in downtown Lee’s Summit, head up a narrow set of stairs and into a slender parlor room… The W has a seasonal menu, where you will always find something new and exciting to try, with some classic favorites. Reservations are highly recommended as they only have 38 seats, text 816-287-0000. More info
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| Sharkeez – Sharkeez is a no-frills local joint with a strong pours, bar games, and good people. It’s also the best local sports bar to catch a game! More info |
MIDTOWN DISTRICT | MAIN STREET CORRIDOR, KANSAS CITY, MO
Businesses on the Midtown District’s Main Street corridor in Kansas City, Missouri include restaurants, bars, and other businesses right on the KC Streetcar route, providing easy access through the city.
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Uptown Lounge – The Uptown Lounge is an upscale cocktail and piano bar in the heart of midtown Kansas City. This venue is an intimate jazz lounge with craft cocktails, beer and wine, plus regular live music. Come experience the vibrant atmosphere and exquisite offerings that make this a standout destination in Midtown! More info
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Blanc Champagne Bar – Founded in 2024, Blanc Champagne Bar was born from a love for bubbles and the belief that every moment—big or small—deserves a celebration. Blanc creates an elevated experience that makes everyone feel like a VIP. They offer a carefully curated selection of Champagnes and sparkling wines, paired with gourmet bites, offering a taste of luxury in a chic, welcoming setting. More info
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| Mainstreet Tavern – Discover the heart of KC with every sip at your local hangout. Handcrafted spirits and local brews! You’ll be treated to what life used to be like, with ice cold beer and a friendly conversation. More info |
NORTH KANSAS CITY & RIVERSIDE, MO
North Kansas City, MO is home to some of the area’s most iconic entertainment, retail, and eating establishments, and a stellar casino. Residents here know that NKC is one of the metro’s best-kept secrets. Nearby community Riverside, MO is known for its casino, parks, trails, and schools.
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| ReRoll Tavern | North Kansas City – Featuring unlimited board gaming, endless role-playing adventures, delicious specialty drinks, and passionate staff, ReRoll Tavern is the place to connect with friends and family through the magic of cocktails, conversation, and competition! More info |
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Helen’s JAD | North Kansas City – This bar dates back to approximately 1895 in North Kansas City. These days, the bar continues to do a bustling business, thanks in part to a mouthwatering menu. See what all the buzz is about with a patty melt (the secret: red peppers mixed with the onions) and the wings. Work up an appetite with a rousing round of shuffleboard, or simply pull up a stool and pick from one of 30 beers on tap. More info
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| Argosy | Riverside – An odds-on-favorite, Argosy offers you an experience that you won’t soon forget. Their casino hosts 38 table games, and over 1,100 of the hottest slots. Relax in an exquisite hotel room or indulge in fine dining at several amazing restaurants, featuring everything from delicous pastries and desserts to perfectly prepared steaks and seafood. More info |
| Harrah’s | North Kansas City – Come out and play at Harrah’s Kansas City, set along the banks of the picturesque Missouri River. Experience thrilling table games and slots on the 60,000-square-foot casino floor, superior hotel amenities in plush rooms and suites, and restaurants founded by celebrity chefs or quick and convenient eateries. Get ready to treat yourself to an unforgettable stay. More info |
NORTHLAND | KANSAS CITY, MO
The Northland has one-of-a-kind restaurants, and excellent retail districts like Zona Rosa.
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Draftcade | Zona Rosa – Draftcade is an entertaining gaming experience like you’ve never seen before! 60 drafts are on tap that rotate to bring you a unique and flavorful beer selection, as well as a full-service bar. This venue was picked as 2 of the 10 things not to miss in Kansas City by LaLaScoop! More info
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Improv Comedy Theater and Restaurant | Zona Rosa – The Improv Comedy Club has been the career launching pad for dozens of the familiar faces of television and film for 40 years. Today, the Improv continues to showcase performers well on their way to join the ranks of the Improv’s famous veterans. More info |
OLD HYDE PARK DISTRICT | KANSAS CITY, MO
Old Hyde Park is located between the Crossroads Arts District and Westport, with the Valentine District to the west and the Hyde Park District to the east. This includes the area between 31st and 39th Streets from Broadway to Gillham. The Midtown Main Street Corridor runs down the center of the district providing easy streetcar access.
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| The Blarney Stone – The Blarney Stone is a historic dive bar in Kansas City, often serving as the starting place before watching the annual St. Pat’s Day Parade. It’s an inviting neighborhood bar blessed with generous bartenders, loyal patrons, cold beer, and stiff cocktails. More info |
OVERLAND PARK, KS
Overland Park is the second most populous city in Kansas. Located in Johnson County, it is is known for its quality of life, schools, parks, and thriving economy. It’s also a popular destination for shopping, dining, and entertainment. More info
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Guitars & Cadillacs – Guitars and Cadillacs provides the best in live country music, a rockin’ roadhouse atmosphere for dancing the night away, and quality comfort food and drinks to keep the party going. A dueling piano bar, Tequila Flats is a venue within the venue if you want to mix things up. Grab your boots, order your favorite libation, and enjoy Overland Park’s hottest live country music venue and dance hall! You won’t regret it. More info
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| The Final Final Club – A literal hidden gem! Look for the pay phone and head on in to enjoy a cool vibe, great cocktails served with a smile, and tasty small bites that range from tableside s’mores to flat breads. Local live music can be enjoyed on Friday and Saturday nights. More info |
| Vintage 78 Wine Bar – A refined casual dining experience where elevated wine bar bites are served alongside craveable American classics in a chic and lively, yet intimate atmosphere. Vintage ’78 Wine Bar features one of the largest selections of wine-by-the-glass in the Midwest, serving incremental pour sizes and flights as well as fantastic charcuterie and artisan cheese offered a la carte. More info |
SHAWNEE, KS
Nestled in the western section of the Kansas City Area, Shawnee is a vibrant mid-size community with a, revitalized downtown and many amenities. More info
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| Wild Child – This Shawnee-based wine and cocktail bar is garnering national attention as one of only five establishments that made the cut for Punch’s Best New Bars of 2023 list. This bar is unique because it bridges the gap between nonalcoholic and full-proof cocktails along with wine, beer and small bites in a social atmosphere. More info |
SOUTH AREA, KANSAS CITY, MO
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| The Comedy Club of Kansas City | Kansas City, MO – Stand-up comedy with a full restaurant and bar in a convenient location! They bring both national names and KC locals to the stage. More info |
| Legends Comedy Club | Raytown, MO – Legends Comedy Club is a 2,900-square-foot multi-use entertainment and performance venue in Raytown Missouri. Everything Happens here, so you should be here too! More info |
VALENTINE DISTRICT | KANSAS CITY, MO
Valentine is a historic midtown neighborhood in Kansas City, MO that caters to the arts and diversity. This popular area is located between the Crossroads Arts District and Westport, with the Roanoke/Coleman Highlands neighborhoods to the west and the Old Hyde Park District to the east. Specifically, Valentine includes the area between 31st and 39th Streets from the Southwest Trafficway to Broadway.
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miniBar – Offering up diverse live entertainment, special events & weekly DJs in a cozy space accommodating 100 people. Open late with food served until 2:30 am! More info
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| Hamburger Mary’s – Hamburger Mary’s is the place to Eat, Drink, and Be… MARY! Tasty apps, juicy burgers, and delicious desserts, all served up with a side of sass! Come on in to eat and stick around for one of their nightly events featuring bingo and drag queen artists. More info |
WEST BOTTOMS & WESTSIDE | KANSAS CITY, MO
The West Bottoms is an industrial area situated west of downtown that comes alive once a month, when antiques and vintage goods markets open in old warehouses for the First Weekends event, which also includes food trucks and live music. Some stores open on other weekends, or by appointment, while eclectic contemporary art galleries in the district show their works daily. Nearby brewpubs, wine bars and steakhouses have an industrial-chic vibe. The unique Westside neighborhood is the place to be! Just west of the Crossroads Arts District and south of the West Bottoms, the area is filled with a tangible sense of identity, community, and creative expression. The neighborhood offers a fantastic vista of the Kansas City skyline, and features an eclectic residential area, with wineries and restaurants within walking distance. More info West Bottoms | More info Westside
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| Lemonade Park | Westside, Kansas City, MO – Lemonade Park is a new kind of entertainment venue, featuring outdoor dining and drinks, live music, visual arts, and responsible socializing in Kansas City’s famous stockyards district. More info |
The Ship | West Bottoms, Kansas City, MO – The Ship is an actual ship with incredible drinks and live jazz and rock shows that’ll knock you off your sea legs! More info
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| Panther’s Place | Westside, Kansas City, MO – You can find Panther’s Place in the Westside neighborhood, in the courtyard by Poi-o, with an entrance covertly hidden behind an airstream. The open-air backyard unfolds like a hidden oasis: Plants and succulents are everywhere, string lights zigzag overhead, and a spiral staircase leads to a second-story lounge overlooking the scene below. More info |
Barrel of the Bottoms | Kansas City, MO – Barrel of the Bottoms is an eclectic and professional space for artists looking to master their craft in the radio, film, and comedy scenes. More info |
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