Guidebook for Kansas City

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Guidebook for Kansas City

Food Scene

This restaurant is a great place to go for a nice medium priced meal when you don't want to feel over stuffed. Sometimes we just go there for the mini desserts that are served in a large shot glass.
25 yerel halk öneriyor
Seasons 52
340 Ward Pkwy
25 yerel halk öneriyor
This restaurant is a great place to go for a nice medium priced meal when you don't want to feel over stuffed. Sometimes we just go there for the mini desserts that are served in a large shot glass.
This is by far the best BBQ in the city. There is always a line of at least 30 people but your trip would not be complete with out visiting this gas station BBQ joint
344 yerel halk öneriyor
Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
3002 W 47th Ave
344 yerel halk öneriyor
This is by far the best BBQ in the city. There is always a line of at least 30 people but your trip would not be complete with out visiting this gas station BBQ joint
A well kept city secret, this place has some of the best burgers in the city that come out in their own individual cooker. While you are there you can claim your spot on the wall with your signature.
KC Smoke Burger Group
1610 W 39th St
A well kept city secret, this place has some of the best burgers in the city that come out in their own individual cooker. While you are there you can claim your spot on the wall with your signature.
This medium priced restaurant has great food and its own wine tasting shop. If you want to taste them all they offer 7 glass flutes with your meal. My favorite restaurant by far.
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Cooper's Hawk Winery & Restaurant
4686 Broadway Blvd
20 yerel halk öneriyor
This medium priced restaurant has great food and its own wine tasting shop. If you want to taste them all they offer 7 glass flutes with your meal. My favorite restaurant by far.
This coffee shop is probably the smallest and cutest one I have ever been to. On a warm day is is perfect for a cup of JO
24 yerel halk öneriyor
Hi Hat Coffee
5012 State Line Rd
24 yerel halk öneriyor
This coffee shop is probably the smallest and cutest one I have ever been to. On a warm day is is perfect for a cup of JO
Ragazza is a warm inviting place that reminds me more of a community center than a restaurant. The food is amazing and the wine selection is great!
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Ragazza Food & Wine
4301 Main St
20 yerel halk öneriyor
Ragazza is a warm inviting place that reminds me more of a community center than a restaurant. The food is amazing and the wine selection is great!
This is by far the best BBQ in the city. Their "no jackin around" pulled pork sandwich is amazing. The atmosphere is great and the staff is amazing
257 yerel halk öneriyor
Q39 - Midtown
1000 W 39th St
257 yerel halk öneriyor
This is by far the best BBQ in the city. Their "no jackin around" pulled pork sandwich is amazing. The atmosphere is great and the staff is amazing
This restaurant is the best place to brunch in KC. Good comfort food in a great atmosphere.
37 yerel halk öneriyor
eggtc.
5107 Main St
37 yerel halk öneriyor
This restaurant is the best place to brunch in KC. Good comfort food in a great atmosphere.
This restaurant is good any time of the day and its big windows open up the the hustle of the country club plaza.
28 yerel halk öneriyor
The Classic Cup Cafe
301 W 47th St
28 yerel halk öneriyor
This restaurant is good any time of the day and its big windows open up the the hustle of the country club plaza.
This Vegan restaurant serves some of the best savory dishes in KC while being respectful of animals.
61 yerel halk öneriyor
Cafe Gratitude Kansas City
333 Southwest Blvd
61 yerel halk öneriyor
This Vegan restaurant serves some of the best savory dishes in KC while being respectful of animals.
If you are looking for a fancy design in your latte this is the place for you
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Kaldi's Coffee
318 W 47th St
27 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are looking for a fancy design in your latte this is the place for you
If you are looking for a locally owned coffee shop with a great patio this your place. Everything they serve is vegan and delicious.
53 yerel halk öneriyor
Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffeehouse
1615 W 39th St
53 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are looking for a locally owned coffee shop with a great patio this your place. Everything they serve is vegan and delicious.
This Black owned business is a great place to get alcoholic slushys and amazing New Orleans food.
KC DAIQUIRI SHOP
1116 Grand Boulevard
This Black owned business is a great place to get alcoholic slushys and amazing New Orleans food.
Chef Ryan Brazeal and Pastry Chef Jessica Armstrong continue to create a unique culinary experience with locally sourced ingredients and contemporary techniques.
42 yerel halk öneriyor
Novel
1927 McGee St
42 yerel halk öneriyor
Chef Ryan Brazeal and Pastry Chef Jessica Armstrong continue to create a unique culinary experience with locally sourced ingredients and contemporary techniques.
Historic KC Barbecue! Order burnt ends, a KC barbecue staple, and view around the dining room the photos of the famous people who have eaten at Arthur Bryants!
85 yerel halk öneriyor
Arthur Bryant's Barbeque
1727 Brooklyn Ave
85 yerel halk öneriyor
Historic KC Barbecue! Order burnt ends, a KC barbecue staple, and view around the dining room the photos of the famous people who have eaten at Arthur Bryants!
Featured on Queer Eye, the Jones Sisters make incredible Kansas City barbecue. Get there early, though, they sell out quick!
Jones Bar-B-Q
6706 Kaw Dr
Featured on Queer Eye, the Jones Sisters make incredible Kansas City barbecue. Get there early, though, they sell out quick!
No-nonsense barbecue joint serving classics such as brisket & hushpuppies from a counter.
41 yerel halk öneriyor
Slap's BBQ
553 Central Ave
41 yerel halk öneriyor
No-nonsense barbecue joint serving classics such as brisket & hushpuppies from a counter.
All vegan cafe, with all the personality and flavor! Meet Gigi herself, she's almost always there! Get the kale chips and a protein smoothie, so good they'll make you consider going vegan permanently!
Gigi's Vegan + Wellness Café
1103 Westport Road
All vegan cafe, with all the personality and flavor! Meet Gigi herself, she's almost always there! Get the kale chips and a protein smoothie, so good they'll make you consider going vegan permanently!
Casual spot for organic, vegan-friendly breakfast & lunch fare in bright, welcoming environs!
11 yerel halk öneriyor
Urban Cafe KC
5500 Troost Avenue
11 yerel halk öneriyor
Casual spot for organic, vegan-friendly breakfast & lunch fare in bright, welcoming environs!
A stylish locale offering seasonal Mediterranean plates plus beer, wine & cocktails. On Bon Appetit's Best New Restaurants in 2017!
31 yerel halk öneriyor
The Antler Room
2506 Holmes St
31 yerel halk öneriyor
A stylish locale offering seasonal Mediterranean plates plus beer, wine & cocktails. On Bon Appetit's Best New Restaurants in 2017!
Offbeat eatery boasts a market-driven menu with farm to table brunch, lunch and dinner in a pared-down dining room with local art on the walls.
56 yerel halk öneriyor
Room 39
1719 W 39th St
56 yerel halk öneriyor
Offbeat eatery boasts a market-driven menu with farm to table brunch, lunch and dinner in a pared-down dining room with local art on the walls.

Arts & Culture

If you are in the city and looking to watch a hilarious drag comedy show (10 pm Fri & Sat)or just want to dance the night away this is the club for you.
37 yerel halk öneriyor
Missie B's
805 W 39th St
37 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are in the city and looking to watch a hilarious drag comedy show (10 pm Fri & Sat)or just want to dance the night away this is the club for you.
The Nelson is a beautiful museum filled with stunning artwork, beautiful architecture and a large sculpture garden for nice days in the sun.
674 yerel halk öneriyor
The Nelson-Atkins Sanat Müzesi
4525 Oak St
674 yerel halk öneriyor
The Nelson is a beautiful museum filled with stunning artwork, beautiful architecture and a large sculpture garden for nice days in the sun.
This bar is like a flashback to the forties. The red crushed velvet booths and the live jazz bands create make for a great night with friends
150 yerel halk öneriyor
Green Lady Lounge
1809 Grand Blvd
150 yerel halk öneriyor
This bar is like a flashback to the forties. The red crushed velvet booths and the live jazz bands create make for a great night with friends
This club is a great place to take in great food and great jazz entertainers.
47 yerel halk öneriyor
The Phoenix
302 W 8th St
47 yerel halk öneriyor
This club is a great place to take in great food and great jazz entertainers.
This recently built performing arts center is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city and has some great performances there. The park next to it has amazing views of the city as well.
166 yerel halk öneriyor
Kauffman Sahne Sanatları Merkezi
1601 Broadway Blvd
166 yerel halk öneriyor
This recently built performing arts center is one of the most beautiful buildings in the city and has some great performances there. The park next to it has amazing views of the city as well.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is an art museum in Kansas City, Missouri, known for its encyclopedic collection of art from nearly every continent and culture, and especially for its extensive collection of Asian art.
674 yerel halk öneriyor
The Nelson-Atkins Sanat Müzesi
4525 Oak St
674 yerel halk öneriyor
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is an art museum in Kansas City, Missouri, known for its encyclopedic collection of art from nearly every continent and culture, and especially for its extensive collection of Asian art.
The National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri was opened in 1926 as the Liberty Memorial. In 2004, it was designated by the United States Congress as the country's official war memorial and museum dedicated to World War I. With amazing exhibits featuring the history of this country's history in the first World War.
400 yerel halk öneriyor
National WWI Museum and Memorial
2 Memorial Dr
400 yerel halk öneriyor
The National World War I Museum and Memorial in Kansas City, Missouri was opened in 1926 as the Liberty Memorial. In 2004, it was designated by the United States Congress as the country's official war memorial and museum dedicated to World War I. With amazing exhibits featuring the history of this country's history in the first World War.
Part of the Museums on 18th & Vine complex, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) recreates the look, sounds and feel of the game’s storied past. Video presentations and memorabilia in the 10,000 square-foot multimedia exhibit chronicle the history and heroes of the leagues from their origin after the Civil War to their demise in the 1960s. The federal government recently designated the museum America’s National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
103 yerel halk öneriyor
Negro Leagues Beyzbol Müzesi
1616 E 18th St
103 yerel halk öneriyor
Part of the Museums on 18th & Vine complex, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum (NLBM) recreates the look, sounds and feel of the game’s storied past. Video presentations and memorabilia in the 10,000 square-foot multimedia exhibit chronicle the history and heroes of the leagues from their origin after the Civil War to their demise in the 1960s. The federal government recently designated the museum America’s National Negro Leagues Baseball Museum.
Performance venue within the American Jazz Museum, including weekly open jam sessions.
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Blue Rooms
1600 E 18th St
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Performance venue within the American Jazz Museum, including weekly open jam sessions.
The American Jazz Museum is a jazz museum in the historic 18th and Vine district of Kansas City, Missouri. The museum preserves the history of American jazz music, with exhibits on Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and others.
65 yerel halk öneriyor
Amerikan Caz Müzesi
1616 E 18th St
65 yerel halk öneriyor
The American Jazz Museum is a jazz museum in the historic 18th and Vine district of Kansas City, Missouri. The museum preserves the history of American jazz music, with exhibits on Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, Louis Armstrong, Ella Fitzgerald and others.
American bar & grill where diner classics & cocktails meet drag shows, bingo nights, and more!
17 yerel halk öneriyor
Hamburger Mary's
3700 Broadway Blvd
17 yerel halk öneriyor
American bar & grill where diner classics & cocktails meet drag shows, bingo nights, and more!

Everything Else

If you're traveling with your dog, or just miss your dog while on vacation, Bar K is a bar/restaurant with a full dog park! With tons of events, and TV's, you'll want to go even if you didn't bring your dog!
27 yerel halk öneriyor
Bar K
501 Berkley Pkwy
27 yerel halk öneriyor
If you're traveling with your dog, or just miss your dog while on vacation, Bar K is a bar/restaurant with a full dog park! With tons of events, and TV's, you'll want to go even if you didn't bring your dog!
Colorful, upbeat center offering creative arts & crafts sessions for kids, free of charge.
41 yerel halk öneriyor
Kaleydoskop
2500 Grand Blvd
41 yerel halk öneriyor
Colorful, upbeat center offering creative arts & crafts sessions for kids, free of charge.

Shopping

You can stroll among beautiful Spanish architecture, shop, eat, or just enjoy the many fountains. In the winter it is transformed into a winter wonderland with Christmas lights adorning every inch.
505 yerel halk öneriyor
Country Club Plaza
4706 Broadway Blvd
505 yerel halk öneriyor
You can stroll among beautiful Spanish architecture, shop, eat, or just enjoy the many fountains. In the winter it is transformed into a winter wonderland with Christmas lights adorning every inch.
This is the best thrift shop in town when you are looking to spice up your wardrobe or find a costume for a good party.
8 yerel halk öneriyor
Boomerang
3900 Pennsylvania Ave
8 yerel halk öneriyor
This is the best thrift shop in town when you are looking to spice up your wardrobe or find a costume for a good party.
This store is owned by my friend Andy Chambers. He will blow your mind with his window displays of everything from Priscilla Queen of the Desert to Mommy Dearest. It is a must see
Wonderland
307-309 Westport Rd
This store is owned by my friend Andy Chambers. He will blow your mind with his window displays of everything from Priscilla Queen of the Desert to Mommy Dearest. It is a must see
If you are looking to pick up some of the best KC / Midwest souvenirs this is your place. They have hilarious t-shirts, coasters, hats with the best quotes and jokes.
8 yerel halk öneriyor
RAYGUN
1803 Baltimore Ave
8 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are looking to pick up some of the best KC / Midwest souvenirs this is your place. They have hilarious t-shirts, coasters, hats with the best quotes and jokes.
This place has an eclectic mix of brand with unique clothing and is rounded out with an assortment of novelty gifts. Pretty much a local urban outfitters.
23 yerel halk öneriyor
The Bunker
4056 Broadway Blvd
23 yerel halk öneriyor
This place has an eclectic mix of brand with unique clothing and is rounded out with an assortment of novelty gifts. Pretty much a local urban outfitters.
Great place to get some souvenirs made by local makers to remember this amazing city.
16 yerel halk öneriyor
Made in KC Marketplace
306 W 47th St
16 yerel halk öneriyor
Great place to get some souvenirs made by local makers to remember this amazing city.

Drinks & Nightlife

If you are looking for a place to get your dance on this is your spot. Their nightly laser shows and house music make for a fun night of letting loose.
30 yerel halk öneriyor
The Riot Room
4048 Broadway Blvd
30 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are looking for a place to get your dance on this is your spot. Their nightly laser shows and house music make for a fun night of letting loose.
If you are in for a top shelf whiskey on the rocks this is your bar. This bar is beautifully decorated and has all the best whiskeys and bourbons
48 yerel halk öneriyor
Julep
4141 Pennsylvania Ave
48 yerel halk öneriyor
If you are in for a top shelf whiskey on the rocks this is your bar. This bar is beautifully decorated and has all the best whiskeys and bourbons
In the summer they serve liquor from their train caboose on their beautiful patio. They have the best sangria and people watching in the city
29 yerel halk öneriyor
Harry's Bar and Tables
501 Westport Rd
29 yerel halk öneriyor
In the summer they serve liquor from their train caboose on their beautiful patio. They have the best sangria and people watching in the city
Beer kitchen is a great place to start the night with a good KC brewed beer and good food right in the heart of westport
85 yerel halk öneriyor
Beer Kitchen
435 Westport Rd
85 yerel halk öneriyor
Beer kitchen is a great place to start the night with a good KC brewed beer and good food right in the heart of westport
This high class restaurant is where Kansas Cities elite go out to play. Their unique menu and wide drink selection make them a hit
72 yerel halk öneriyor
Gram & Dun
600 Ward Pkwy
72 yerel halk öneriyor
This high class restaurant is where Kansas Cities elite go out to play. Their unique menu and wide drink selection make them a hit
This luxury rooftop bar has great views of the city and a high end feel.
6 yerel halk öneriyor
The Mercury Room Bar
1800 Walnut Street
6 yerel halk öneriyor
This luxury rooftop bar has great views of the city and a high end feel.
Gael's boasts 3 full service bars, 26 TV screens (for the sports lovers), with indoor and outdoor seating. Their menu offers a Northwestern Europe vibe with such items as Stout Meatballs, German Bierock, and Banofee Pie.
Gaels Public House & Sports
5424 Troost Avenue
Gael's boasts 3 full service bars, 26 TV screens (for the sports lovers), with indoor and outdoor seating. Their menu offers a Northwestern Europe vibe with such items as Stout Meatballs, German Bierock, and Banofee Pie.
Fountain Haus is the best dance club in the city! If you are looking to have a relaxing cocktail on the roof, hit up Drag Brunch, or dance you're little heart out in the back this is your place.
Fountain Haus
401 Westport Road
Fountain Haus is the best dance club in the city! If you are looking to have a relaxing cocktail on the roof, hit up Drag Brunch, or dance you're little heart out in the back this is your place.

Parks & Nature

This park is a great place to let the kids run and play on the playground equipment.
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Gillham Park
3915 Gillham Rd
20 yerel halk öneriyor
This park is a great place to let the kids run and play on the playground equipment.
This is by far the best park in Kansas City. The rose garden is a beautiful place to take your romantic partner, the kids love to feed the geese in the pond or play on the playground. Runners love this park for a good jog with great scenery. The park is lined with some of the largest homes in KC.
213 yerel halk öneriyor
Jacob L. Loose Park
5200 Wornall Rd
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This is by far the best park in Kansas City. The rose garden is a beautiful place to take your romantic partner, the kids love to feed the geese in the pond or play on the playground. Runners love this park for a good jog with great scenery. The park is lined with some of the largest homes in KC.
This park is perfect for children with a brand new playground like non other you have seen.
18 yerel halk öneriyor
Roanoke Park
18 yerel halk öneriyor
This park is perfect for children with a brand new playground like non other you have seen.
This is a great place right in the middle of the city to take in nature and rebound yourself. The trails are well maintained and great for beginners.
Rozarks Nature Trail
Park Drive
This is a great place right in the middle of the city to take in nature and rebound yourself. The trails are well maintained and great for beginners.
This 15 mile fully accessible trail is great for biking, strolling, running, or enjoying a nice picnic by the river ! The Riverfront Heritage Trail is right next to the River Market, near downtown KC!
Riverfront Heritage Trail
Riverfront Heritage Trail
This 15 mile fully accessible trail is great for biking, strolling, running, or enjoying a nice picnic by the river ! The Riverfront Heritage Trail is right next to the River Market, near downtown KC!

Neighborhoods

This part of the city comes alive the first Friday of the summer months. The streets are flooded with people, the galleries are all open and street performers via for your attention.
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Crossroads
158 yerel halk öneriyor
This part of the city comes alive the first Friday of the summer months. The streets are flooded with people, the galleries are all open and street performers via for your attention.
Westport features many shops, restaurants, dancing, karaoke spots, and so much more! This is the place to go for nightlife, whatever catches your fancy!
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Midtown - Westport
99 yerel halk öneriyor
Westport features many shops, restaurants, dancing, karaoke spots, and so much more! This is the place to go for nightlife, whatever catches your fancy!
Featuring a large farmer's market every weekend during the summer and fall, and lots of restaurants to get brunch or dinner after a day of shopping at local businesses or walking on the beautiful river trail!
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River Market
226 yerel halk öneriyor
Featuring a large farmer's market every weekend during the summer and fall, and lots of restaurants to get brunch or dinner after a day of shopping at local businesses or walking on the beautiful river trail!
Sample KC’s signature sound at the district’s acclaimed Jammin’ at The Gem series or inside the museum’s working jazz club, The Blue Room. Night owls are in for a real treat at the Mutual Musicians Foundation, where the late-night sounds bebop until 5 a.m. Have an instrument of your own? You’re welcome to join—this is where the jam session was invented after all.
46 yerel halk öneriyor
18th And Vine And Downtown East
46 yerel halk öneriyor
Sample KC’s signature sound at the district’s acclaimed Jammin’ at The Gem series or inside the museum’s working jazz club, The Blue Room. Night owls are in for a real treat at the Mutual Musicians Foundation, where the late-night sounds bebop until 5 a.m. Have an instrument of your own? You’re welcome to join—this is where the jam session was invented after all.