The atmosphere is casual historic bar with excellent food and service. We went to Voltaire for a friends birthday. With 11 of us they had to split us between two tables side by side. Not ideal but it worked. I think they had another large party further down along the wall.
Food was great! I had the pork loin which was the most tender I have ever had. The Brussel sprouts and fries were wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites
James Warren
He had heard from friends who like to dine out that they really liked this spot. We went for my wife's birthday. Its off the beaten path for sure. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. We tried several items and enjoyed them all. Its not an inexpensive place to eat but you get what you pay for. I had maybe the best cocktail(the cocktalk) I've ever had and our desert was excellent! I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the service, and the food. If you are willing to drive a few more minutes and your not a cheapskate this is a worthwhile trip. If you really like fancy chain restaurants you may want to eat closer to home. I will return for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Carl S.
Dinner for 2 early in the evening, everything was wonderful. Our server, Gabrielle, was attentive without being overbearing. The food was AMAZING. We ordered the Charcuterie appetizer, and then had the roast duck and Brussels sprouts for the main course. Absolutely loved the entire experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie, Duck Breast Seared
Silvia Longobardi
The place has a nice bar but aside from that, the food is overpriced and our waiter was rather inexperienced. I wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend to friends/family.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Glenn Reeves
Friendly waiter, food is unique and good. My duroc pork tenderloin - bulgogi style was tasty. Mashed sweet potatoes were cold. The room temperature is on the cold side. We like eating there but it could be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
D Smith
Food was not good, server didn’t know what was available on the menu so had to reorder several times, and atmosphere was ok. Overall disappointed.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
J. Hoyt
Another wonderful Voltaire Evening. 🌛🦉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
JT Taube
Food ,atmosphere, drinks, staff all were excellent! The pork loin and duck were exquisite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Breast Seared
Michael Jay
A somewhat upper scale restaurant with a pleasant slightly darker relaxed atmosphere.
A little outdoor seating. A nice little lounge area just inside. The music played on vinyl was reminiscent of, but NOT David Bowie.
The Pommes Frites, lightly breaded French fries, with parsley flakes and a port wine ketchup were very crispy and the sauce was good if served with too little. Couldn't really taste the garlic on them.
The pan seared Lion's Mane Mushroom dish was pretty good, the mushrooms were well cooked and had a good texture, although they could have been a little crispier on the outside for my taste. The flavors were varied and interesting. The piquillo pistachio relish was pleasant and added some depth. The sauce verte was also good, although very kicky with black pepper and another strong herb that I can't quite place - somewhat citrusy. The radishes were nicely cooked, the pureed cauliflower was pleasant. The sherry miso sauce didn't really show through much amid the other flavors. The leeks ... had a nice flavor, but the outer half of the layers were almost impossible to cut with a sharp knife or chew - so that put a bit of a damper on the dish and made it a little frustrating to eat.
The service was welcoming, knowledgeable of their dishes, and friendly.
I have had some really good food from Voltaire at an event before. This visit was interesting to try, and probably worth trying, but I wouldn't quite say that it lived up to the price vs other options.
Vegetarian options: They only had one strictly vegetarian AKA vegan main dish on the menu. They did have a couple of appetizers which could be ordered without cheese making them vegan.
The majority of the menu is not veg friendly.
Parking: There is a little paid parking right out front which is free on the weekends. Otherwise you might have to walk a little ways.
Kid-friendliness: We were there pretty early and things were fine with a little one. They did not appear to have child seats, coloring books, or any specific accommodations for little kids.
One of the most underrated bars/ restaurants in Kansas City. Great menu, wonderful drinks, beautiful atmosphere. Take your date here. Trust. Also, Josh the bartender; truly a gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
David Lockerby
Excellent food, excellent service, and nice atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Breast Seared, Lamb Shank
Wayne Giles
Been here twice for dinner, both times the food was amazing. Definitely worth every penny. Drinks are also made well, and service was outstanding. Will definitely be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Duck Breast Seared, Gnocchi
m m
Great atmosphere and delicious food. Highly recommend. Not too expensive but really well presented and delicious
The atmosphere is casual historic bar with excellent food and service. We went to Voltaire for a friends birthday. With 11 of us they had to split us between two tables side by side. Not ideal but it worked. I think they had another large party further down along the wall.
Food was great! I had the pork loin which was the most tender I have ever had. The Brussel sprouts and fries were wonderful.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites
He had heard from friends who like to dine out that they really liked this spot. We went for my wife's birthday. Its off the beaten path for sure. Our server was very friendly and knowledgeable regarding the menu. We tried several items and enjoyed them all. Its not an inexpensive place to eat but you get what you pay for. I had maybe the best cocktail(the cocktalk) I've ever had and our desert was excellent! I really enjoyed the atmosphere, the service, and the food. If you are willing to drive a few more minutes and your not a cheapskate this is a worthwhile trip. If you really like fancy chain restaurants you may want to eat closer to home. I will return for sure.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dinner for 2 early in the evening, everything was wonderful. Our server, Gabrielle, was attentive without being overbearing. The food was AMAZING. We ordered the Charcuterie appetizer, and then had the roast duck and Brussels sprouts for the main course. Absolutely loved the entire experience.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Artisanal Cheese & Charcuterie, Duck Breast Seared
The place has a nice bar but aside from that, the food is overpriced and our waiter was rather inexperienced. I wouldn't go back and wouldn't recommend to friends/family.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 1
Friendly waiter, food is unique and good. My duroc pork tenderloin - bulgogi style was tasty. Mashed sweet potatoes were cold. The room temperature is on the cold side. We like eating there but it could be better.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 4
Food was not good, server didn’t know what was available on the menu so had to reorder several times, and atmosphere was ok. Overall disappointed.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Another wonderful Voltaire Evening. 🌛🦉
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food ,atmosphere, drinks, staff all were excellent! The pork loin and duck were exquisite!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Breast Seared
A somewhat upper scale restaurant with a pleasant slightly darker relaxed atmosphere.
A little outdoor seating. A nice little lounge area just inside. The music played on vinyl was reminiscent of, but NOT David Bowie.
The Pommes Frites, lightly breaded French fries, with parsley flakes and a port wine ketchup were very crispy and the sauce was good if served with too little. Couldn't really taste the garlic on them.
The pan seared Lion's Mane Mushroom dish was pretty good, the mushrooms were well cooked and had a good texture, although they could have been a little crispier on the outside for my taste. The flavors were varied and interesting. The piquillo pistachio relish was pleasant and added some depth. The sauce verte was also good, although very kicky with black pepper and another strong herb that I can't quite place - somewhat citrusy. The radishes were nicely cooked, the pureed cauliflower was pleasant. The sherry miso sauce didn't really show through much amid the other flavors. The leeks ... had a nice flavor, but the outer half of the layers were almost impossible to cut with a sharp knife or chew - so that put a bit of a damper on the dish and made it a little frustrating to eat.
The service was welcoming, knowledgeable of their dishes, and friendly.
I have had some really good food from Voltaire at an event before. This visit was interesting to try, and probably worth trying, but I wouldn't quite say that it lived up to the price vs other options.
Vegetarian options: They only had one strictly vegetarian AKA vegan main dish on the menu. They did have a couple of appetizers which could be ordered without cheese making them vegan.
The majority of the menu is not veg friendly.
Parking: There is a little paid parking right out front which is free on the weekends.
Otherwise you might have to walk a little ways.
Kid-friendliness: We were there pretty early and things were fine with a little one.
They did not appear to have child seats, coloring books, or any specific accommodations for little kids.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Vegan
Delicious food, great service
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
One of the most underrated bars/ restaurants in Kansas City.
Great menu, wonderful drinks, beautiful atmosphere. Take your date here. Trust. Also, Josh the bartender; truly a gem.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Excellent food, excellent service, and nice atmosphere
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Duck Breast Seared, Lamb Shank
Been here twice for dinner, both times the food was amazing. Definitely worth every penny. Drinks are also made well, and service was outstanding. Will definitely be back again!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Duck Breast Seared, Gnocchi
Great atmosphere and delicious food. Highly recommend. Not too expensive but really well presented and delicious
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Plan to arrive for a robust happy hour offering.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pommes Frites, Charcuterie Board
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