50 Best Cocktail Bars in Kansas City

“Merci was pleasant and knowledgeable. Great job!“

“This is the coolest place in Kansas City! I was blown away by this gem. It is by far the coziest warehouse space I have ever been in. There are several conversation areas set up and so much soft seating to choose from. There is a small but excellent board game collection which was a great surprise. The book selection is so well curated! I had a delightful time hanging here for a drink and a browse. I will absolutely be back next time I come thru town. I loved this place so much!!!“

“Was really good! Some of the best cocktails I've ever had. Came in during Sunday happy hour after 4 and was told all cocktails are $2 off, however got charged full price for one of hours. Bartender was too busy to ask about it after we got the itemized receipt. Overall, delicious. Just wish we would have gotten the full special.“

“I am soo glad Nicole, the owner of the City Market Coffee House has decided to share her recipes with the rest of us! The breakfast/lunch menu was full of the no fuss kind of meals you could make at home, but she makes them much better. Not over priced huge mounds of food, but delicious, reasonable priced items with wholesome ingredients. (And the bloody Mary's are a meal in themselves ;-)“

“Fantastic Service and Amazing BBQ!! We got Pulled Pork, Brisket, beans and coleslaw. All of it was fantastic, 10 out of 10 recommend 😋“

“Great experience! Welcoming to all!!“

“This lounge is moody and eclectic. The vibes are always present every time I step in. The staff in its absolute entirety is TOPNOTCH. You can see the amount of detail that went into the entire process from the staff, the interior, the drink menu, the music. Everything in this bar feels as though it was handpicked. The long ways cocktail is hands down the BEST drink I’ve ever had when I want something that packs a punch but is absolutely delicious from beginning to end.“

“This is a must stop gem for a date night or just to kick back and have fun. He blends upbeat fun times with music that hits your soul. He also teaches you about the history of jazz in kansas city and really about how each song came to be. This was a genuinely a fun time that I wish would have lasted longer. The band was equally amazing as Lonnie!!!“

“FABULOUS ALL THE TIME. Food drinks people are ALL AMAZING. If you know you KNOW if you don’t know you just have to EXPERIENCE IT YOURSELF.“

“They had a nice variety of beers from different breweries. The service was good and the food was good. We spent a little over $50 on food and beer for 2 people, they’d not bad at all. There was no parking available in their side and back parking lot. We ended up parking on the street. However they do validate your parking spot if you find a spot to park in their parking lot. They have a ramp which is handicap accessible.“

“Great music!!! I was there Friday night and the community atmosphere was electric!“

“The owner is so friendly, the drinks are sooooo good. Fun atmosphere, come check it out!! Great girls funday spot!!“

“Love it! Great atmosphere, very friendly staff!“

“the staff and meal were amazing“

“My only beef with this place is that I have a list of places in Kansas City that I want to check out but can’t because I keep finding my way back here!

Anyone who leaves less than five stars has personal issues they need to work through.“

“It appears to be a speakeasy but it’s actually pretty loud in there. Signs nearby indicated pay for parking but we parked and eventually dined at Anthony’s next door. Drinks are great. We didn’t explore any food options. Waitress was wonderful!“

“This is by far one of the best dive bars around! Well worth it and everyone is friendly and fun!“

“AMAZING Staff, Great DJ Entertainment & A Very Grown & Sexy Classy Environment!“

“The best birthday dinner experience I've had! They made I feel so special. I'll be a forever patron. ❤️“

“Great food, better staff, good prices and AWESOME food!! Drinks are really unique too!!“

“This! Place a real good feel, it's the kind of comfy you-WE need!!“

“Everything we got was amazing! The meatballs were a dense but decedent with the sauce. The vodka pasta was good, but the chicken parm sandwich blew it out of the water!
Love the atmosphere as well as the weird swan sink faucet and will be back for the happy hour. Services was a tad bit slow, but not slow enough to knock it down a star. Everyone working was very nice and our server was awesome!“

“I like Grinders but the description of the “preferred viewing upgrade” was completely misleading! It was crazy hot so we got it strictly for the A/C Not anywhere near the stage and could barely hear the music when we went to get a beverage at the coffee shop (which is the a/c “lounge “) And the view was of the side of the stage and could barely see any of the performers. I will never pay for that upgrade ever again. Someone definitely needs to update the info on their ticket and venue site.“

“My friends and I went to the Hey, Hey Club to do some celebrating!! Our waitress was phenomenal! Thank you for a great night!“

“a friend and i stopped in for dinner before a show at the uptown. our server, honey, was so kind and attentive and gave us some great recommendations from the menu. we had the rasta pasta and the lamb tibs. everything was hot, fresh, and flavorful. don’t be afraid of spice when you go here!! the vibe is relaxed and comfortable, we tried it on a whim but will absolutely be back.“

“Grace Jeffries was amazing and very fun! Thank you Grace! Digging the mullet! 😜“

“Great atmosphere and tour! Whiskey was great! A very good time! Highly recommend!“

“It's the best dive bar in all of Kansas City—the only downside is that you might run into some homeless people in the area. It's just a few blocks from the Westport neighborhood. The people who go there are really nice—you get to hear all kinds of stories,cheap beer and 🎯 also they sell cigarettes 🚬“

“Great tacos on Thursday and very friendly staff!!“

“I love this spot! the drinks are made with so much thought behind them. lovely atmosphere. great music.“

“My boyfriend and I visited for our anniversary. our service was phenomenal, cocktails tasty, and the was in our top favorite meals we have ever eaten! He had the Pork Chop and I had Prime Rib! Very Good!!“

“Flo’s is an institution of Waldo. Gotta come here and join the family.“

“Patrick's is a great neighborhood bar. Everyone is friendly, the atmosphere is warm and inviting, music is great, lots of tvs to watch sports, an outside porch and great snacks. I always have a great time when I go! My favorite bartender is Jennifer!“

“Daiquiri’s & chicken wings!!😍❤️❤️“

“Great Place to enjoy drinks“

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

“Amazing food and great atmosphere!!“

“Visited here recently to meet with a friend and found a wonderfully quiet and intimate space. The bartender was helpful, friendly, but unobtrusive so the people could focus on one another. Excellent place for a first date or catching up with someone over a delicious cocktail.“

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

“Staff, dinner, wine, and ambiance were all amazing. Great NYE dinner! The scallops were cooked perfectly! Highly recommend to all!“

“what can you say ...those dranks!!“

“This is less a tasting room and more of a cocktail bar. However there are a couple flights to choose from, and they do sell bottles. Not sure why they wouldn't offer flights of their signature spirits - we gladly purchase flights at other tasting rooms. Anyway, came for the absinthe, and though it's a bit lighter than most I've tried, it was quite tasty, and we bought a couple bottles.“

“Fish and chips were amazing!“

“Absolutely one of the best SOCCER ( futbol) venues in the country as they have hosted the EPL's supporters club of Newcastle United. Great TV's, great food, great drinks, great service and a loyal following. TOON ARMY !!!“

“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.“

“Only been there once but had a great experience. Went on a Friday night. Staff was friendly and professional. Lots of open space that quickly filled with tons of happy, interesting people. Bathrooms were clean. Drinks were just as ordered and made quickly. Will visit again!“

“By far my favorite little lounge in KC. It’s just a short 5 minute walk from my apartment so the convenience is there. I love the retro aesthetic mixed with modern design, and when there’s a DJ it adds even more to the experience. My drinks are always great and the customer service is attentive and friendly. The little burger truck outside, Disco Burger, is sic a fun and amazing addition on those tipsy nights you’re craving a good burger. My friends and I LOVE Varisty Club, and our favorite bartender is Caleb. He’s always so nice and efficient with us. Such a vibe. I would give 10 stars if I could.“

“Dodson’s is a great spot all around. The service is consistently excellent, the drinks are good, and the vibe is relaxed yet lively. There’s always a nice mix of people, which adds to the welcoming atmosphere. A huge bonus is being able to order a Cosmos Burger through the window—such a great touch and the perfect late-night pairing with a drink. Definitely a place we enjoy coming back to.“

“Very nice atmosphere, delicious wine, and they have Joe for a bartender! Who could ask for more? We’ll be back!“

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