One of my favorites in the City Market in Kansas City. Each time the food, wine , service and ambience is fantastic. Today on a Monday before going to the Nelson Museum my cousin and I had lunch at Brown and Loe outdoors. This was her first time and she loved it. Started with a bottle of 'Prost' Mosel Riesling, crisp and refreshing then split the Ham and Pear sandwich of smoked pit ham, pork belly, sliced pear with herbed aioli on a pressed ciabatta, nice and crispy. A group of Argentina soccer fans dressed in their blue and white colors sang and danced for all of our entertainment. It was amusing. read more

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Best meat loaf anywhere. Great personal service. Thanks Olivia. Atmosphere: New York, Chicago, SF, (and of course authentic KC) read more

Had a great dinner here with friends before hitting a Christmas pop up. Love the vibe of this place-it was once a bank and now has an old diner feel, but classy and fun. Service was fantastic and quick. Food was outstanding with good portion size and decent prices. Definitely will be back-soon!! read more

Our friends who have lived in Kansas City for years suggested we go to Brown & Loe for dinner before seeing Cats at MTH (the show was fantastic! Best version I've seen). So I made a reservation. We arrived at 5:15 for our reservation and were seated immediately in Chloe's section. She was fantastic from start to finish. You may wish to ask for her because she is just a fantastic person and competent and capable server. We started out with appetizers. My friends ordered the calamari. My wife loves that, but I don't so she was happy to have some. I ordered half a dozen blue point oysters on the half shelf. They were very good. I tried a piece of a calamari and to my surprise, enjoyed it. It was not overcooked or over breaded like most I have had in the Midwest. My wife got the Taos salad with chicken she enjoyed very much! I was fortunate enough to snag a bite or two from her and it was truly excellent. My buddy shared a bite of the Osso Bucco and it was superb!! I ordered the meatloaf with goat cheese mashed potatoes, and green beans. The meatloaf also had a nice pan gravy and French onions. Truly a delight. We got a nice bottle of sparkling rosé for the table, which was delicious. The only snag of the whole evening was waiting for them to chill the wine. I'm not sure why they would offer sparkling wines and not have them chilled prior. A minor and annoyance, but not enough to deduct a star from this fabulous establishment. The prices were fair, the atmosphere was outstanding, and we will be returning many times in the future! We will ask for Chloe. read more

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I have only been to this place once before, and that was during a restaurant week, so the menu was limited. The Ambience: This is down by the RiverMarket. The location is a cool old bank and has a classic cafe feel. We opted to sit inside since there was a wait for the patio, and we were seated quickly. The Service: The wait staff was helpful with menu choices and extremely friendly. Which was helpful since the menu was overwhelming, and not in a bad way; everything sounded amazing, so it was hard to choose. The Food: I had a Guinness as we had stopped in for some lunch during Irish Fest. My buddy, of course, had the Irish coffee! Our dishes were so very good! I had the short rib hash with egg on top. It was amazing. My buddy got the Chorizo Bierock, which was also a very solid choice! To the Restaurant: Good job all around! I'll be bringing more friends and more business your way!!! read more

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went for brunch on a Saturday in the spring, which I understand is an absolutely insane thing to do. We had a reservation and it was packed in there so it still took about 10 minutes to get sat after we arrived. I had a nitro cold brew, which was fantastic, and the potato pancakes, which were a little bit bland and not a huge portion so I would probably order something different next time--one of my friends got the Loco moco and it was delicious. It's nice to have a more upscale spot in the river market but a little too pricey to be a regular spot for me. read more

Brown & Loe - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

It's been a minute since I wandered down to the River Market, but when I rolled through this past Tuesday to meet a friend for lunch at Brown & Loe, the place was buzzing. Boutiques, bars, food markets, new restaurants, old standbys--it felt like the whole neighborhood had chugged a double espresso. People everywhere, in the best way. Brown & Loe held up its end of the deal, too. I kept it classic with the Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich, and wow--this was no ordinary sandwich. We're talking a perfectly cooked chicken breast (not the sad, dry kind), with just the right crispy sear, melty cheddar, and honey mustard that hit the sweet-and-tangy jackpot. Honestly, it was so good it might trick me into becoming a "lunch downtown" person again. If you haven't been to the River Market in a while, consider this your sign: grab a bite at Brown & Loe, then wander around and fall back in love with downtown KC. read more

Brown & Loe - Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I live in Dallas and my boyfriend lives in Kansas. So I'm in Kansas A LOT. Whenever I'm heading back home and have time before my flight, Brown & Loe is my spot. Always good and quick service, good drinks and great food. My go to items include the Loco Moco which is a house ground beef patty over coconut rice and topped with a fried egg (just like they make it Hawaii) and their Coconut Shrimp entree which is grilled shrimp, kimchi vegetables, and coconut sticky rice. Sooo good. Everything is always so flavorful and fulfilling. A must stop! read more

My friends and I stumbled onto Brown & Loe on our last night in town. The drinks were great! We also tried the burrata (yum) and pull-apart rolls (fantastic)! read more

We came in for a coworkers birthday. Our party of five was seated fairly quickly and our waitress was super sweet and helped us pick drinks and an appetizer. We got the pull apart hot rolls which were amazing. Covered in sorghum, topped with bagel seasoning and served with miso butter. It's a combination I never would have thought of and it's works so well. For my entree I tried the meatloaf. The meatloaf itself was moist and super flavorful. It came with goat cheese mashed potatoes which were ridiculously creamy and bacon green beans. My only complaint being the bacon could have been crispier. That being said I cleared my whole plate. For dessert I tried the key lime pie, which I loved. I wouldn't have minded if there was a little more like filling and a little less whipped topping though. All in all a super delicious meal and a great spot. read more

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Brown & Loe is the ultimate date night spot!!!! The service there is incredible with waiters that aren't afraid to express which dishes are their favorites, which I always appreciate. My waitress urged me to get the chips and guacamole appetizer. I will say I was skeptical at first, but WOWZA!!!! That dish has FLAVOR and is huge!!!! I then split the French dip with my husband and enjoyed every second of it. I would go back for the vibes alone! read more

A comfortably professional lunch experience. Servers here are polite, friendly, and trustworthy. The food is prepared to excellent standards and that care clearly extends to the menuing as well as the restaurant itself. Considering all that, as well as the solid atmosphere of the restaurant itself, it's refreshing to see the costs of meals are reasonable. read more

A fun place to have dinner in the River Market. We did not have a reservation, but there was room at the bar. The bar staff were friendly and attentive. We started with the Jalapeño Popper Arancini. It was hot temperature but not spicy hot. The filling was cheesy and calmed down the jalapeños. For my main, I had the Apache burger (substituted the 1000 island for French onion mayo). The French onion mayo could be bottled and sold!! This was so so so good!! My fiancé had the short rib French dip. It was good but nothing exceptional. The French fries were crispy, fresh and hot. read more

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Such a delicious place!! The Crimson Hugo Spritz is one of the best drinks I've ever had, absolutely delicious!! I tried both the meatloaf and the chicken fried chicken. The meatloaf is so tender that even people who don't like meatloaf would be int to it. The chicken fried chicken has a little bit of spice to the gravy, and it's fantastic. Can't beat goat cheese, mashed potatoes, and bacon, green beans. The ambience with a little bit loud for only being half full, but the aesthetic is really nice. read more

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I love the chicken tandoori here. I always go here when I am in KC. I get the sesame pull apart for an appetizer to share - it is very sticky and so tasty. read more

We are always looking for unique places to go and eat. While down at the River Market on Sunday we had brunch at Brown & Loe. This establishment is located in a former bank. The history of the building itself and the surrounding area adds to the quaintness. They have kept some of the original fixtures and features of the bank. The staff are friendly and helpful. They use as much local product as possible in all of their dishes. Which is another reason we enjoyed eating here. The food was excellent, the drink (Churchills breakfast) was delicious, and the food portions where generous. We love supporting local establishments with good food, fun atmospheres, and who also support local. We will be back. read more

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I had never heard of this place until this weekend. Stopped in for lunch after hitting the river market. The location is a cool old bank and has an old school classic cafe feel. We Opted to sit inside since there was a wait for the patio and were seated quickly. The wait staff was helpful with menu choices and friendly. Which was helpful since the menu was overwhelming, and not in a bad way, everything sounded amazing so it was hard to choose. I went with an Irish Coffee and the Chorizo Bierock. I was not expecting the size of the dish to be as big as it was. The Bierock itself was a large size with a lot of flavor and stuffing. However the Red Chili Pepper Gravy was the star of the dish, it was so good!! I was tempted to lick the bowl clean!! I will definitely be back and try out more of the menu options!!!! read more

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We had reservations on a Sunday morning before exploring the Market. We loved the old school ambiance of the restaurant and the wait staff was great. We tried the classic breakfast and the potato pancakes- both were delicious. As we left around 1130 it was getting very busy - make reservations! read more

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Yes to Gluten Free Menu!! I had such a great experience at Brown & Low in the City Market and will definitely be coming back! Parking in that area can sometimes be a challenge, but we didn't have any trouble on a Tuesday night. The hostess was warm and welcoming, and our waitress was so attentive. It took a little bit of time to get our order in, but honestly, we were deep in conversation, so I think she was just giving us space. The drinks were fun to try--my Bonal cocktail was the waitress recommendation, and was ok for me (I added a little ice to make it cooler), the house Old Fashioned was excellent, and the vodka coconut drink was a big hit at our table. Now, the food... They have a dedicated gluten-free menu, which already made them a winner in my book!! I'm not celiac, but as someone who is gluten intolerant, I really appreciated seeing notes that even specified "celiac friendly." That kind of thoughtfulness is rare and incredibly helpful. I originally wanted to try the Cuban sandwich until I realized it included brisket (no beef in my Cuban sandwich, please!). Instead, I chose the Pork Flat Iron and wow--what a dish! Everything but the rice was absolute perfection. The pork was cooked perfectly, and the mojo brine was bursting with flavor. I also loved the black bean and corn salad with crema. Rice was ok. As a Caribbean girl, I'm often hesitant to order Cuban-inspired dishes at American restaurants, but this one did not disappoint. The plantains were cooked perfectly too! I just wish the menu had mentioned they were sweet plantains, because I was expecting green, but they were still delicious. The rest of the table ordered the salmon and the French dip, Brussels and truffle fries and everyone loved their meals as well. We were too full to try dessert this time, but I already have my eye on that gluten-free brunch menu for my next visit. I'm so excited to come back and explore more of their options! Brown & Low is a gem in the City Market--attentive service, thoughtful gluten-free offerings, and food that truly delivers. Highly recommend! read more

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Their patio is a great vibe for lunch! I ordered a crimson hugo spritz to drink and it was delicious. The italian chopped salad was very tasty. It wasn't super chopped up, but good nonetheless. read more

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This is one of our favorite places for a girls brunch! It's located right near the River Market farmers market. Parking on the weekends can be tricky, so get there with some time to spare to find parking. Service is always lovely, and they have daily specials. Inside is nicely lit and at night it's a moody, dim lit atmosphere. Highly recommend for a girls brunch, or date night! read more

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Trying to find a place to eat on a Friday evening is hard. We stumbled upon this place. Service was fast. Had to sit at the bar. The food choices were pretty plain. Not too much special. We tried the KC Cuban sandwich not too bad. The place was noisy and hard to hear each other. read more

Great service overall, but waited an hour for 2 half salads. The burrata appetizer was really good. I also kinda hate being sat at a tiny two top in the center of other tables in a busy loud restaurant, but that's a personal thing, it's just not very "romantic". read more

This is for drinks only. Great waitress, very responsive. Good selection of wine and mixed drinks. We had the hummus to share, which was very good. The hummus had a kick to it, but not too much. The falafel was served in more of a patty format as opposed to round balls, which was different. There was plenty of oil which gave me a good vibe. Overall, great place can't wait to come back and try the food. Parking was an issue and got here around 5:30 on a weekday. read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner and everything was great! From the moment we walked in, staff was friendly and helpful. Food was great as well. It was a bit slow but the restaurant was quite busy at 7:00pm. So waited a bit at the bar for our table. No worries there. read more

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Came here for dinner on a Friday night. It was busy but the service was impeccable and timely. They have several appealing vegetarian entrees, of which I tried one, the spaghetti squash, and it was delightsome. The ambience was happily casual, overall a comfortable, fun experience. I'm a big fan. read more

Brown & Loe - Spaghetti squash, yum! - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Came here tonight for my husbands birthday dinner! We found the vibe a little odd as all the lights were on inside even though it was evening--it was super bright. He loved his drink (manhattan). I got the clover club--it was tart and refreshing with a great egg white! I did find it pretty sour but still enjoyed overall. Our food was... okay. The carbonara has an interesting very strong bacon flavor to it, and my salmon was unfortunately a little cold. All that said, the portions and flavors were good and our waiter was super attentive. I would still recommend this and will probably try to come for brunch next time. read more

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I love a good seasonal cocktail and the cinnamon apple spritz did not let me down! The cinnamon is there but not over powering by any means. Oh course I had to get a seasonal dish to accompany it -- highly recommend the spaghetti squash! I chose not to add a protein this time but you do have the option to add one. This past experience was the busiest I have ever seen the place but the food came out super fast. We were all pleasantly surprised. Service was efficient & prices seemed appropriate! read more

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There is no shortage of restaurants in city market, but Brown & Loe may just be the best. You walk into a classy, airy space with high ceilings and the perfect touch of greenery. Looking to soak in the sunshine? Step out onto a spacious patio with service that does not diminish or disappoint. The entire staff is a well oiled machine but there are a couple stars that shine the brightest. If you stop by and want an experience worth writing home about, ask for Antonia and Emily. There is exceptional service and then there are unforgettable experiences - these two are the best of both worlds. The menu will thrill anyone of any age. From fries to Osso Buco the world is your oyster (speaking of which - swing by Thursdays for $2 oysters & sake flights). There are vegetarian, vegan, and gluten sensitive options both at the bar and on the menu. For those that err on the carnivorous side...the Meatloaf is a tasteful twist on comfort food and perfect for those days when you need an edible hug. Looking for something different? Try the Smoked Chicken Tandoori or the Moo Shu Vegetable to keep your adventurous taste buds tingling. Now for the part you've been waiting for: the beverages. The limited seasonal options will have you in all summer long for the fresh flavor of key lime pie dressed up as a divine cocktail. When the limited lime disappears, try the espresso martini for a spike of energy with a smooth finish. And that's the loe-down. read more

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People rave about this local favorite and I think I understand the hype. I had an exceptional grapefruit cocktail and a truly delicious ham, pear, and cheese sandwich served on toasted GF bread (small upcharge) served with a lovely arugula salad (also upcharge). The service was pleasant. I would definitely return to try more items on their fairly extensive menu. read more

Brown & Loe - Bonal cocktail was exceptional - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Great service The food was good but my dish, specifically the meat and gravy was lacking in seasoning. But the plantain and rice was good though. read more

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Perfection! Lively ambience while still allowing for privacy and conversation; great cocktails, and from apps to desert a culinary feast from a kitchen that clearly knows what it is doing. Reasonable pricing and convenient on the street car line in the lively River Market -- friendly KC vibes abound! read more

Came here to have a nice lunch with my husband and it was fantastic. We were seated right away and the ambiance/decor is so cool. Our server, Sebastian, was very attentive and our food came out promptly. We had the fried mushroom appetizer, my husband had the chicken sandwich, and I had the french dip sandwich and it was delicious. I absolutely will come back when I'm in the area! read more

Aye there during restaurant week and it was good. Loved the atmosphere and the service.

This is a great place to go to near River Market. I went with friends in June, then I met up with another friend here in July. I will say this: in looking at the menu, I will only order the chicken sandwich. I'm not interested in anything else. Don't get me wrong. It's a GOOD chicken sandwich. But I really love when restaurants tempt me. I heard this place does brunch but I must be timing my visits wrong because there's never brunch when I'm there. The staff is friendly and the interior is very nice. I like the place, but I will only get the chicken sandwich. Nothing else really interests me from the menu. read more

Brown & Loe - Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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This is a really fun kind of old school feeling restaurant with some old-fashioned items on the menu like pull apart hot rolls and meatloaf as well as new twists on old standards. I got the Steak Frites and the steak was perfectly done. The fries were unfortunately a bit under seasoned. I was there with three girlfriends and we liked or loved all of our food. The Keylime pie is made in house and it was one of the better ones I've had in my life. The coconut cream tart was a bit disappointing because the whipped cream wasn't sweetened and it was garnished with something that looked like blueberries but definitely wasn't blueberries lol. I had a really nice glass of Malbec and my friends had throwback drinks, cherry phosphate and chocolate phosphate which they all loved. Our server Emily was wonderful. I plan on taking my mom back here because I know she would love the 1950s upscale diner feel of the place. read more

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It looked like a really cool place! Old style, lots of character, in an amazing location. A local selected the location and I was eager to eat here. Unfortunately once we were seated and the waitress came out she informed us that the ovens were down and they were serving a very limited menu. Wait what?!? You couldn't have said something before seating us? They brought out the sheet of paper they were calling a menu and there was 6 dishes on it. Amazingly enough... they had a KC Strip on it that everyone in our group ordered. Yep we stayed... it was fairly empty.. wonder why... and we could talk easily enough so we decided to try it. Our waitress was great! What they lacked in selection they made up for in service. She really was good... amazing personality, proficient at her job, and diligent in her duties. The food came out and it was prepared correctly steaks were juicy, cooked right, and good. (To be completely honest they were good but not great. They were missing something in seasoning) However considering the circumstances everything went pretty well. My only suggestion is to let people know before you seat them that your ovens don't work. I know I know... get them seated then it is harder for them to leave... but talk about annoying . Any way I hope to come back some time when things are all working... I'd like to try it again. read more

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The service was great, Sebastian was amazing, very attentive and engaging! The food was very good, we got the pull apart bread, calamari, salmon, and meatloaf, all were great! read more

Very cool spot in River Market. Had some 1930s vibes. I got the spaghetti squash dish with grilled chicken which was tasty but greasy. My husband had a French dip and my parents split a burger; all said it was solid. Our server was also on point. They gave a good happy hour too! I'd def go back. read more

Been wanting to try here forever in a day. Late brunch brought us in on a Sunday. Service was prompt. Beautiful old building. Cubano my Hubs ordered was pretty legit. My Benedict was terrible. Too much tarragon and dill in the hollandaise left all other flavors struggling to compete. Ate a few bites because it was kind of pricey at $22, but really couldn't force myself to eat anymore. Will take home to the dog. I will probably never find myself here again. Even the Cubano was good, but not have to have again. read more

Brown & Loe - Breakfast Cubano - New American Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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