We walked in and the girl up front told us we probably wouldn't be able to sit down without…read morereservations but we decided to walk back and check it out anyway. I'm glad we did, the bartender was really nice and told us to take a seat. It was a cute little wine bar. They had live music playing and the bar back was so helpful and nice! She poured us each a nice big glass of white wine. The charcuterie board was beautiful and delicious! Glad we were able to sit down and enjoy! It's a cool concept you can buy your drinks from the store and take them to the bartender to open and enjoy there.

The Pairing is a bottleshop and bar in the Crossroads with a curated selection of goodies - I'm…read morealways finding something new or unique or local to try. There's a bar in the back where you can snack on a charcuterie board or grocery items from the store (vegan options for both). To drink, you can order a glass of wine, a flight of wine or spirits and more. But beyond the menu, you can also enjoy some of the beverages for sale in the store at the bar - the price tags on the shelves include multiple prices to indicate the 'to-go' price or the 'in-store' price. There's a nice selection of non-alcoholic drinks too if you're wrapping up Dry January.

As far as bar stops go when you're at P&L, County Road Ice House probably isn't the first one on…read morethe list. No, this is more of a sit-yourself-down kind of place, instead of being a make-your-way-to-the-bar-for-yet-another-drink kind of place. But they serve up some Joe's Kansas City BBQ, so you know they've got a reason to pull you in. Nothing says Kansas City quite like smoked meats & fabulous sauces, so get comfy & sample a Z-Man. There is plenty else on the menu, but if you're vegan or vegan-ish, then good luck or maybe have a cheat day. The BBQ is fantastic and Ice House has added their own bar & grille twists, so you have options beyond smoked meats. Seating is pretty good, and with both a wraparound bar and table service, there are plenty of options. As is the norm these days, there are screens in all directions, so you just don't miss a single moment of sportsball if that's your jam. P&L is a jammed up place when events are happening, so if you can find yourself a spot to sit and enjoy, then that's a win. County Road offers that and more, and it's only real knock is the service levels, which can be slow at busy times. But hey, if you have a seat and maybe a drink, then wait just a few extra minutes for servers to plow their way through the bar crowd. Definitely worth it for the BBQ alone.

Underwhelming BBQ. The brisket was more like subpar deli lunch meat…read more If you're in the immediate area, which is fun, this is an acceptable place to eat. If you're visiting the U.S., do not let this be your first or only taste of BBQ.

I heard about this new shop on Instagram. I stopped by after having lunch in the area…read more They had great selection for wine and spirits. For beer selection they had a lot of local and import options along with macro beers. I ended up buying a reasonably priced Italian Pinot Grigio and can't wait to uncork it. It was nice of the employees to make sure I found anything I was looking for and to make sure that they can answer any questions I might have. They had fresh lemons and limes on hand as well.

River Market got a brand new liquor store and I'm obsessed! I love the overall branding and the…read moreclassy, neighborhood feel inside. Fantastic wine selection, interesting beers, lots of local labels you'll recognize and the usual suspects too. Along with fun, last minute birthday gifts, cards, and chips and condiments if you're on your way to a party. The staff is super welcoming so you'll feel right at home and comfortable to shop and explore the shelves. And if there's something you want that they don't have - they are taking requests via their QR code signage too!

BRGR is a bar and restaurant located in the heart of Kansas City. The bar sits right in the center…read moreof the restaurant and is surrounded by about seven TVs, which makes it a solid place to catch a game. The overall vibe is pretty cool, and I really liked the lighting inside--it gives the place a nice atmosphere. I ordered the BRGR burger with a side of sweet potato fries. The burger itself was pretty good, and the sweet potato fries were fantastic. They came out hot and had great flavor, easily the highlight of the meal. The server was very good and nice. She noticed that we were getting low on waters fast and just gave us the pitcher which was super thoughtful. That being said, the burger is pretty expensive, and they don't include fries with it. You have to pay an extra $5-6 for a side, which definitely adds up and feels a bit steep for what you get. Overall, it's still a good place with solid food and a cool vibe, but the pricing does affect the overall rating.

Starters it looks like it came out of a box. Presentation is not existent …read more This is a mid burger. That's giving love. Staff was cool but they lied and said it was good. I don't think you can honestly say that unless you never had good. I have.. I'd say just go to McDonald's it's cheaper and it's better if you want a burger and this is your only choice Nice decor though Hailey said it was alright but she has no taste in food.

great watermelon margarita, so refreshing. great happy hour options. bruschetta was also delicious.read more

For over 40 years, I've been a professional chef and food critic, and my husband and I have…read moretraveled extensively, dining at restaurants and experiencing cuisines from around the world. While exceptional food is always memorable, what truly sets a restaurant apart is outstanding hospitality and customer service. During our visit to Bristol, one person made our experience unforgettable: General Manager Brittany Padillas. I was excited to try the Lobster and Crab Roll, but I have a severe allergy to crab while lobster is perfectly safe for me. I asked our server, Ryan, if it would be possible to prepare the roll without the crab. He told me confidently that it couldn't be done because the lobster and crab were already premixed I asked if he could possibly ask someone and he said no. I was quite disappointed because I really wanted to try their roll. Although I suspected there might be another way, I didn't want to make an issue of it, so I simply accepted his answer with reluctance. A few moments later, as I was walking to the restroom, I happened to meet Brittany Padillas, GM for Bristol, She warmly asked how everything was, and I told her our meal had been wonderful except that I wasn't able to order the Lobster and Crab Roll because of my crab allergy. I explained what our server Ryan had stated. Without hesitation, she responded, "We absolutely could have accommodated you." She explained that the kitchen could prepare a fresh lobster roll without the crab. She asked if my husband and I had about 10 minutes to wait before leaving, and of course we gladly did. A short time later, Brittany personally brought me the most delicious, fresh, warm lobster roll I have ever eaten. It was absolutely outstanding. I was so impressed. What impressed me even more than the food was Brittany's attitude. The word "no" simply doesn't seem to exist in her customer service vocabulary. She genuinely cares about every guest's experience and goes above and beyond to make things right. Her professionalism, leadership, compassion, and commitment to excellence are exactly what every General Manager should strive for. As someone who has spent more than four decades in the culinary industry, and a professional food critic I can confidently say that Brittany Padillas is one of the finest General Managers I've ever encountered. Her hospitality is exceptional, her dedication is genuine, and she represents Bristol with the highest level of excellence. Thank you, Brittany, for turning what could have been a disappointment into one of the highlights of our dining experiences. Because of you, we will absolutely be back when we are in town and I highly recommend Bristol to anyone looking for not only outstanding food but world-class customer service. So yes it's possible to get a "Lobster Crab Roll without the crab or maybe without the lobster" just ask Brittany!

Conveniently located near Westport with quite the supply of adult beverages in normal size and…read moreshots. Mike's is very reasonable, at least for what I picked up. American Honey shots and pint of vodka. Young woman cashier was extremely helpful and nice.

I have been frequenting this location for over 10 years and can conclude that it is the best liquor…read morestore on the Missouri side of the metro and the best of all the Mike´s locations. Instead of a massive, warehouse style shopping experience you get a very well-curated and more than adequate selection of beer, wine, spirits, etc. and the prices are competitive with anywhere else. On top of that, the staff are always awesome!

I own a place downtown and I love to support businesses downtown. I needed cigarettes and a…read moresandwich and knew Grand Slam was open until 1:30. I passed QT and the gas station across from Harrah's because I knew I had time. As I'm walking to the door the employee puts the sign up closed and I tell him and the cashier that I just want cigarettes and a sandwich and was told they're closed. It was only 1:23 at the time. I had to go back to my car to take the photo saying 1:24. I'm done with Grand Slam. I should've just went with the trusty corporate where idiotic employees don't ruin business relationships.

Closing before closing time is not okay. Numerous people showed up before closing and the doors…read morewere locked.

It was a rainy day and I'd been out running errands all over town. I knew we needed a few things at…read morethe liquor store and I was dreading making another stop on this dreary Friday evening during rush hour, when I was making my way down the road and literally pulled up right next to Plaza Liquor. If memory serves me correctly this used to be an old berbiglia spot. Just thinking about those stores takes me back to my early 20s and thinking about how much KC has changed in a decade. At any rate, I pulled over, dodged some rain, and came inside. Now, anyone who remembers Berbiglias in KC might remember them as I do - kind of basic, a bit dirty, and the kind of place that you just kind of tolerated. I mean, I was in my twenties so I didn't know liquor stores could be nice and have variety, but now I do, and boy was I glad when I walked in the doors and found out that this newly redone Plaza Liquor is NICE. Not only is the interior nice, the folks working are super friendly, and they have an incredible selection. I found some craft beers from STL that my husband hadn't been able to find in a long time at liquor stores closer to our house, and they of course carried a good variety of wine and liquor as well. Overall this one is a great little neighborhood liquor store, and is definitely one I'll return to if I'm once again needing to pick up a bottle of wine on the way home.

I stopped by here, while walking back to the hotel, and they have the BEST selection. Also, the…read morestaff is super friendly and knowledgeable on what the store carries. Very good prices too!