50 Best Bars in Kansas City

“Great food and drinks. Excellent service and a fun atmosphere.“

“They have a good selection of Music. They should try to get “ An Honest Year “ to come up to KC, they play the East Coast and Florida, but they have places to stay in KC… They’re young but in their twenties and would bring in some younger crowd…“

“Have an absolutely lovely time every time we come here. Seriously impressive drinks and very friendly staff in an absolutely beautiful space.“

“So much fun and the staff is great!!“

“Drove 3.5 hours for the Fallout Party and had a great time and even came in 1st Place at Fallout Trivia and played a board game with three strangers.“

“Their tasting room was beautiful and cozy. The cocktails were unique and delicious. Our distillery tour with Kait was entertaining, informative and memorable! I've already recommended Tom's Town distillery to family and friends and we will be going back! Oh and the booze is all amazing! The people want to drink!“

“The wings were yummy. Tried the Birria Ramen and honestly... it was just ok.
I wouldn't recommend it.
The hibiscus cocktail was tasty and the added floral garnish was a plus. Customer service was friendly and personable.“

“I just want to say thank you to this staff! While playing the pop-shot game I lost my grandmothers ring. It fell off my hand while shooting. I gave my information to the staff in hopes they would find it at close. One of their staff stopped people from playing the game and got INTO THE MACHINE and opened it up to look and find my heirloomed ring in the middle of a busy Friday night. I cannot express how grateful I am for the staff for understanding the importance of that ring and for helping me find it.“

“Best trivia night ever! Go on Wednesdays“

“Fun place to visit! The drinks and food are always amazing.“

“Cheval Bar in Kansas City is a must-visit spot for anyone looking to enjoy exceptional cocktails in a uniquely charming atmosphere. Katie, the talented mixologist, crafts the most delicious and delightful drinks. Her skinny margaritas and French 75s are the best I've ever had—perfectly balanced and full of flavor.

The atmosphere at Cheval is quirky and entertaining, making every visit a new adventure. The décor is eclectic and full of personality, adding to the overall experience.

One of the standout features is the bathroom, which is a destination in itself. With its stunning chandelier, it's a surprisingly elegant touch that perfectly complements the bar’s distinctive vibe.

Whether you’re a cocktail enthusiast or just looking for a fun place to unwind, Cheval Bar is sure to impress. The combination of expertly crafted drinks and a captivating atmosphere makes it a standout.“

“Great place to just chill!“

“That Review Is overdue. Precisely a year...Sadly cannot remember the Name of that Kind, knowledgable, Patient and helpful Bartender. She was Just outstanding!! Drinks been Lovely! We just wandered in with No expectation as I actually fancied a Sour Beer...but It can be Always Gin o clock. Right? Little did I know was that the best places for It. Found a new gem on my KC list as well as a nice place for my Friend who lives there. Met the Owner by accident who was very approachable and Michael was delighted that I 'm from Germany and made It into his Bar. We got treated with a private Tour and I defenitely Return when am in town. Much Love“

“Anthony was nice, explained and demonstrated how to throw the Axe and where my step should be after watching me throw the first one. Also, a great price.“

“Cool little hidden spot for Amazing Wings & LIVE Music.“

“Worth a visit. The drinks are great, the atmosphere is dim and cozy with a retro sports vibe. They have mocktails. The Bangarang is a great choice with or without alcohol. Make sure you get your hands on some Disco Burger.

Vegetarian options: They have pretty good veggie burger.“

“I cannot express how wonderful the King G’s is, both as a fun/casual drink spot, and as a venue for an event! We reserved the Pit Bar for my fiancé’s birthday party recently. It was the perfect venue for the occasion! Our guests had a wonderful time - the drinks were incredible, as was the food we had catered (all through King G) - I highly recommend the assorted panini tray and pretzel bites. However, what really sets this place apart is the staff. The GM was constantly checking in on us, making sure we had what we needed. We loved and appreciated how attentive they were for our event. The bartenders were so friendly, and made some killer cocktails for us. 10/10 would recommend King G’s for any future parties or events! Thank you!“

“Kudos to you for your courageous stand during the pandemic. I know that cowardly Corey Owens, whose business is PaintingSolutionsSKC, a painting company with what he and his wife think is a “clever” logo featuring two intertwined Nazi swastikas, left you a bad review for requiring vaccination for your customers during that dangerous time and I just want to commend you and thank you for doing your part to protect fellow Americans. Stubby little Nazi coward Corey can’t even spell “riffraff” but I’m glad you made sure he knew he was a piece of it. You are not alone; crappy Corey is coming after my community too, focusing weirdly and troublingly on victimizing our children. Nazi Corey is both pathetic and dangerous and needs to be kept out of places where decent people go. Good luck and thank you again for your courage and strength.“

“Great chill atmosphere. Sarah was great in explaining the rules for shuffleboard. Great prices and a lot of fun!! Fun for couples, groups or parties!!“

“Everyone at this establishment is amazing and so incredibly helpful.“

“Cheap beer, good music, and authentically immaculate vibes in the weirdest grunge aesthetic.“

“Excellent atmosphere out on the patio on a beautiful October day. Service and food were outstanding!!“

“Took my son here 12/21. We are both drummers and thought this would be a cool experience and Drum Room did not disappoint. He had the Salmon, I got the brick chicken. That's a dish that will stay on your mind. Excellent overall experience. You can tell the kitchen is operated by actual chef's. Bar staff were very friendly. We'll be returning for sure. If you're in downtown KC MO and you're looking for actual great food, I highly recommend.“

“Love, love, love this place and highly recommend it. They greeted us warmly as soon as we walked in. The service was attentive, atmosphere is lovely, and food is the best Chinese I've ever had. I overheard our server repeat a regular's order by memory, that's the level of personal service you get there. All the dishes we ordered were perfect, included the Chinese duck with brown sauce - get the pancakes with it - as well as crispy lamb, crispy beef, and the best crab rangoons we've ever had. We live far away but will visit Princess Garden every time we're in KC now, can't wait to try more dishes!“

“The atmosphere is great. The food is delicious. The staff are very attentive, nice and always smiling. Shuffle board is so fun. They also have other fun games to play while you’re there. The restaurant and restrooms are clean and neat. Did I mention the food is delicious!! I give it 5 stars“

“I have been wanting to try Nighthawk for a while now and after dinner at Town Company was the perfect opportunity. The space feels both large and cozy thanks to the decor and lighting. The music was lively and the drinks were fantastic. $3 for a small basket of spiced popcorn creates a great snack to go with the post-dinner drinks.“

“My favorite Pop Up Bar! Maxwell & Thomas are Great“

“Space/vibe amazing. Drinks great. Food horrible. They have a different menu than posted online but we gave it a try. It’s all microwaved box lunch style from another local restaurant. That place is probably fine if you eat there-but microwaved fries? No that’s. We didn’t even eat most of it.
Absolutely go for drinks and a cool space. They need to work on the food!“

“I worked here. The owner moved me to a new apartment and gave me 100 dollars just because. I still wear my PPT shirt around town and have some pressed pennies. Great food. Great family owners. The most cozy hidden gem in Kansas City!“

“as someone who's worked in westport for so long it's important to me for westport and midtown to stay local and family owned. the quality of customer service here is amazing, but not only that it's the "where everyone knows your name" type of bar that keeps customers coming back“

“Love this place and especially Jenn! :)“

“Amazing place to meet wonderful ,caring people“

“I stopped for a burger, and stayed for an evening. The whole vibe of this place fits any generation. Loud music.....but not too loud. Variety on the TVs, excellent staff, and Cosmo Burger...it really can't be beat. It's worth hunting down the parking. I will be back asap
Editing my review to add that I have now been back half a dozen times, and am happy to call myself a new regular. Paul and the team really makes this place perfect.“

“My wife and I went for our anniversary. Our server was very kind and really helped make our evening special. They answered any questions we had about the menu and made some really wonderful and insightful suggestions. I had the Rittenschnitzel, which was a thin cut beef dish, and it was spectacular. The sauerkraut, my goodness, was easily the best I've ever had. My mouth is watering thinking about it. Grünauer is a must-go for those who love German, and similar, cuisine. The prices are a little higher than you might think, but overall it was worth every penny. I'm definitely going back. Next week. Try the Schnitzel.“

“We're lucky to have such a cool venue for music in the KC area. The bands are great and always deliver PRO talent. No 'give it a college try' amateur acts. 110 % killer bands , no filler !! Reasonable prices on drinks, cover charge and food.“

“Really nice bartenders and the atmosphere is really nice. I highly recommend going to the Buzzard Beach.“

“A Very nice bartender (Amber) greeted us with a big smile!“

“A friend and I met for Happy Hour at Lew's the other day, and we had a marvelous time!
Our server was Sara P, who was truly awesome. Despite being the sole server (and bartender!), Sara was friendly, welcoming and efficient. She guided us through the menu (as it was our first time visiting the establishment), gave us great recommendations on menu choices, and checked back with us frequently throughout the meal. She was genuinely interested in ensuring we had a good time, and I really appreciate her!
The food was EXCELLENT--I had the Southwest Egg Rolls and my friend had the Nachos, and both of our meals were delicious! The kitchen did a nice job in preparing them quickly, and the presentation was lovely.
Lew's is a homey, hospitable place; the seating is comfortable, and there's just enough space around the booths, tables, and bar so that we felt cozy without feeling closed-in.
Fabulous food, fast and friendly service, and a welcoming environment--you can bet we'll be back to Lew's soon!“

“The staff is always friendly. The food is so delicious. I have had the breakfast items and lunch items you cannot go wrong“

“love this dive bar in the northland“

“My husband and I popped in here before seeing a comedy show & T-Mobile Center not knowing anything about the place, and wow we loved it! The bartender Robin is so personable and good at what she does. The divey atmosphere had us feeling right at home. Not to mention, finding reasonably priced drinks downtown is practically unheard of! We ended up stopping back by after the show, and plan to come back any time we are in the area. Thank you Robin & Zoo Bar for a great experience!“

“great service and a ton of beer on Tap....super comfortable!!!! Can't wait to go back!!!!“

“Fun local dive bar. No food but they have a few snacks for purchase, sometimes coffee cake next to the free coffee station and a popcorn machine (not always in use). Couple dart boards in the back. a gold game and a gambling card game too on the bar. Covered deck in the back. Not a lot of options for beers, but good specials and fair prices in general. They make their own moonshine, and it is DELICIOUS. Apple Pie and Peach are king (to be fair I didn't try the other 2), peach tastes like fresh peach nectar. Highly recommend.“

“Friday nights at the tap room are back!!! Live local jazz music, oysters, drinks, fresh food!!“

“What a great dive. THE BEST! You will not be disappointed ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️“

“The night we walked in, this place was dead. Nonetheless, we enjoyed our visit, and the underwhelmed bartender was right there ready to fill our glasses. I like the look and feel of this place, but wonder why it was so dead when the place next door was packed (and too loud for my taste).“

“Nice people, good service. Cold Beer with a smile.“

“As a Squirrelys regular I have nothing but great things to say about this bar. The food is amazing, the drinks are always great but the staff is what makes it a 5/5. They handle their business and always make sure you’re taken care of. This is one of my favorite local spots! Highly recommend!“

“Great food, excellent service & relaxing“