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    Brown & Loe

    4.2 (489 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Robert F.

    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!!!

    Honey Mustard Chicken Sandwich
    Phil B.

    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.

    Abbey S.

    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.

    The Bar
    Krista R.

    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.

    Meatloaf
    Laura M.

    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.

    Churchill's Breakfast  rye whiskey, cold brew, maple syrup
    Lucinda B.

    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.

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    David L.

    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!!!!

    Wild mushroom gnocchi

    I've had several excellent meals here before which is why I'm not giving a worse review for tonight's meal. Tonight I was swayed into the special: wild mushroom gnocchi. This was a huge miss. I think they've misplaced the salt and pepper in the kitchen. Not a single thing on the plate had flavor other than what it would have if you got it raw from the grocery store. The sun dried tomato was the strongest flavor of the dish if that's any indication of the lack of flavor. Then there's the sauce...or rather soup. A flavorless soup who's only job was to add moisture to the dish, if only it could stick to anything. I've had vegetable broths with more flavor than whatever liquid this is supposed to be. I was planning on having a dessert tonight (the key lime pie sounds delightful), but I've been ruined by this meal.

    Holly R.

    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!

    Pork Flat Iron
    Naomi T.

    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!

    Crimson Hugo Spritz
    Allison G.

    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.

    Apache Burger

    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.

    Hot Chicken & Waffles
    Natalie H.

    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!

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