25 Best Dive Bars near North Kansas City

“What a find! We had a great time watching the game this weekend. The food was a surprise- we figured it was just a place for drinks but they have a full menu. That pork tenderloin was no joke! An easy meal for two and so tasty. Will be back!“

“Helen’s is our go to hang, Jordan and Josh are such an integral part of the atmosphere and a fairly large part of why we come in. The name is just another dive bar but I would say it’s different from most especially around KC. The food is great, the prices reasonable and even the other patrons are friendly. I can say it’s easy to end up spending your entire evening in one place. We have made many a single serving friend at Helen’s just casually hanging out.“

“Fun and cozy atmosphere with a great cocktail menu.“

“Cool atmosphere, friendly service, great food, beer, and just a dam good tim!“

“Taco Tuesday with the lovely Erika to serve you is always the best“

“Amazing pork tenderloin sandwich. Also, to the cute woman sitting next to us at about 130pm on August 30th that was eating with your parents (presuming) that waved at me, just know, I came back to say hi, but you were already gone!“

“Very welcoming environment with great entertainment and reasonable prices. Love this place, will recommend to anyone new in the neighborhood... Any negative feedback would be from a former employee terminated for stealing from a valued customer.“

“Great place to go and have a great time! The people that own it are super nice people and the bartenders do an awesome job! I truly love them! I actually saw the owner and her husband at planet fitness where I workout off 64th street! They are very special people to me! Mark Butler“

“Quaint... nice to just sit and have a drink 🥃“

“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“

“Best KC 5 Star Dive Bar👏👏👏👏👏🥂🌹♥️“

“I love this bar, and all the bar tenders are amazing. another person said: "Come in a stranger, leave a friend" this is so true. the first time I went , I left with 3 new friends! Every time I go, I make new ones! I've met so many amazing people here. This is how the world is supposed to be. No matter your age, gender, race or political views. All are welcome. (But keep it our little secret)“

“great place. once you come a few times. they remember who you are.“

“Great place to just chill!“

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

“Best bar I've been to visit with the coolest people. This is Barbara the teacher police officer from Texas. Happy holidays to everyone there!!!“

“love this dive bar in the northland“

“I went to SideStreet last night, for my first visit. It's probably the friendliest LGBTQ+ establishment in town. All ages, sizes, shades, types, etc. I could walk up to any person or group and feel welcome.“

“i was introduced to B.S. Saint Patrick's Day 23yrs ago. I'm a big fan.“

“Not exactly what I was expecting. For some reason I thought it was a cocktail lounge. Nope lol. It’s a dive bar. But it was a fun time. We ordered from the bar, drinks were fine and came quickly. We played pool. There are tons of signatures and messages all over the walls. Kinda fun. It’s also cash only. If you like the divy kind of feel, this is a good option close to P&L“

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

“Five stars because I love this bar and it’s my go-to dive bar. I will say this though because I’d never want to ruin a star rating but I feel strongly about saying that the bartender working on Memorial Day evening around 8:45 reflects the opposite of what hospitality should be. I asked for a Negroni (a three ingredient, equal part drink) and the bartender laughed and said you aren’t a cocktail bar. Of course and that’s why I love Chez, but I thought I’d ask. The bartender didn’t even look up at me, zero eye contact for me and the other two members of my party. It would’ve been so simple to kindly suggest another option or at least smile, but it felt so extremely unapproachable and unkind. I’m very familiar with the bar scene in Kansas City and frequent chez Charlie, but was disappointed in the complete lack of warmth or friendliness. Genuinely impacted my night in a negative way and that just stinks! Let’s just be nice to one another.“

“had an amazing time, and would definitely recommend for anyone in KCMO looking for The Bar... not a bar THE BAR“

“best wings in KC and amazing cheese fries. great place to get some lunch and hangout in the evening“