My husband and I have been here a few times now and loved it each time. The bar has become a…read morefavorite with superb staff and such a cool downtown vibe. We have followed chef Justus around town and the food here is exactly the kind of culinary dream I'd hoped for in Parkville! Each meal has been nothing short of amazing. And i cant forget to mention the divine oyster bar with something new to try every time!

Slow. Relaxing. Unhurried. Feels like a place that has existed for decades. Feels good here…read more The oysters we had were the best we've had in the Midwest. Easily. I mentioned the sort of oysters just as a reference (and yes I was asked this) We each had one of the following: Aphrodite, Birthday Girl, Blackstone. Delicious. Like a mouthful of the sea in one bite. We also had the Molten Scallop and Shrimp Dip. Warm. Deep flavor. A stick of butter? Maybe. Who cares? Yum. Butter soaked crostini. Oh yeah, cocktails. That came first. I had a Saffron Honey Manhattan. Super balanced. She had a Rose Spritzer. gin, lemon, St. Germain, and... stuff. She had the Norwegian Ocean Trout. Expertly prepared. Perfect skin. Perfectly medium and soft. So good. More nuanced than salmon? I had the Chicken Fried Halibut Clavicle. I would normally order lighter and more toward raw or lightly cooked dishes. Having someone prepare an underused part of a fish... in the Midwest? I had to do it. Photos won't do that plate justice (because it was deep fried), but let me put it this way: if you're a "white meat" chicken person, you're probably happy with a halibut filet. But if you're a chicken thigh person... this is your order. Clavicle bones are angular and sorta fluted so a lot of the meat is contacting bone. Insanely moist and flavorful, but just as snow-white. Atop a bed of country mashed potatoes and sage gravy, and collard greens. Loved it. More food than the photo shows. Wow. I didn't expect that. Must have been a large fish to begin with. The counter downstairs looks cool, but the view from above provides a grounded sense of space for downtown. This place looks good on Parkville... but Parkville looks good on this place. We have lived here 13 years and have longed for a proper place to occupy the best physical space in the street. Nailed it. A great date night made better by our experience here.

I can't believe I never posted this review. My love for this place started with a ladies night and…read morethen grew into the best date night spot around. I have a stupid work schedule so weeknights are my nights out. I don't get nearly enough between kids schedules but when I do get out- this is definitely my place. Warm, cozy, quiet (until me and my girls get there of course). Service is always great and the food is to die for. The crabcakes are my absolute fave. But you can't go wrong with any of the food selection. My girls and I tried everything!

So listen up.. this place rocks. We initially were going to another place across the street until…read morewe walked in. Limited food menu but do not let that sway you because what they do offer is amazing. Highly recommend the pork belly deviled eggs and the highland beef sliders to get you going. Drinking wise, yes.. it's fire. They had a banana bread old fashion on special that was over the top awesome. Service is amazing. Come check it out.

Great service, good food, super cute interior…read more If you're in the area, you should definitely stop by! Can't say enough great things about the friendly staff and the red pepper, sausage quiche.

I went after rush hour. Service was friendly and made great suggestions. The chairs were comfy and…read morearranged in conversation with soft music to facilitate a good mood. The coffee recommendation gave me the sweet and creamy caffeinated beverage I was seeking.

If you are looking for a rooftop with views....Vye has all of them!!! The iconic Western auto, the…read morestunning Kauffman Performing Art Center, the the infamous Bartle Hall sky station sculptures and the illuminated downtown Skyline. It's a great spot to take them in whether it be daytime or night. The downstairs bar is quaint and cozy giving off a speakeasy vibe.

Rena was a great server attending to our drinks on the rooftop! We always have a great time with…read moreher as our server. She's attentive and makes amazing drinks. The ambiance is top tier with skyline views and comfy seating, up and down stairs. Ask for Rena when you come by! (If I was her boss I would give a review incentive)

I visited Panther's Place on the Westside for the first time on the 4th of July. What a gem in KC!…read moreIt's a total outdoor vibe and feels like your on vacation with the greenery everywhere. It's tucked in the back of a small strip mall and had no idea it was there. It was a great place to catch fireworks, listen to some great music and sip on some cocktails. (I had an Aperol Spritz!) They also had some food specials (hot dogs and smash burgers, but I imagine this rotates.) The team was so friendly and is super passionate about Kansas City and the Westside neighborhood. You can feel like locals go regularly and it's also a special treat to hideaway for a conversation with a friend for catching up. I'll definitely be back and it's a wonderful place to bring out of towners.

The ambiance is so unique and chill. Love all the plants. Feels like you could have stumbled into…read morethis place in the jungle. Staff was super nice and welcoming. Would love to see more unique cocktails.

We decided to stop by on a Friday night and were welcomed in. One of the unique features of this…read morecocktail bar includes a green light / red light outside of the establishment to indicate whether they are at capacity / space is available. Upon entering the speakeasy-type of cocktail bar, we were seated. Our server answered questions about drinks and offered recommendations for what we might like! My favorite feature included an option for the bartender to create a drink based on what you like! I provided information about liquor preferences and taste (e.g. citrus, sweet, fruity, etc.). The drinks were absolutely delicious! This is a fabulous cocktail bar located in downtown Shawnee! I highly recommend visiting if you are looking for an intimate night out and wanting to sip on tasty cocktails! We will return.

I have been in the area of this so many times and never had a chance to grab a drink. I also had no…read moreidea about the red light, green light and always just thought you had to have a reservation. Stopped in with a few friends and had a good time. I believe we all got two drinks while we were there. Price wise they were about what I expected and not way over priced like some other places. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the drinks. The little trash can drink was fun and had great flavors. My only negative about the place is the seating. With almost 5 feet between the seats it was hard to have a conversation with others in my group, even worse with the pair of couples next to us yelling across to each other. I was more in their conversation then I was ours since I couldn't hear my friends.

I don't go out for fancy drinks too often. When I do I often don't feel like it's worth it. That is…read morenot the case with Goat & Rabbit. The drinks are amazing. I ordered IT'S MORE THAN A PEELING and it was delicious! It took a while to get our drinks as it was very busy but it was totally worth it. Definitely recommend giving G&R a visit.

I absolutely LOVE goat & rabbit. Everytime we come out the drinks are spot on. If you are a goat…read morecheese lover you have to try whatever floats your goat! Such a great drink. I love that this place has multiple different themes through out the year and gives fresh new menus in addition to their core menu. The only complaint that I have is that I feel like they need to hire more staff or just simply staff at least two bartenders. My friends and I visited on a Tuesday night and the poor girl was getting slammed. We unfortunately were only able to order one round of drinks cause she could not keep up- we ended up tabbing out and heading somewhere else. She was a great bartender and super nice- Just felt like she needed extra hands! Will definitely be back regardless!

Such a cute cocktail bar! The atmosphere was cozy, stylish, and perfect for a date night or drinks…read morewith friends. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable! The cocktails were delicious and beautifully made, and the whole place had such a fun, intimate vibe. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for a drink and a cute night out!

I've driven past the Fern Bar countless times, but had never stopped in. Truthfully, I knew next to…read morenothing about it. That changed yesterday, when Diana Condori, the bar manager, was named a 2026 James Beard Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service semifinalist. As we love supporting restaurants and bars that receive that kind of recognition, my wife and I headed to Fern Bar that evening. I was especially curious what exactly a "sugarcane and agave bar" meant. We arrived around 5:30pm and found only a handful of guests inside. After congratulating the bartender who first served us, he mentioned that Diana was working that night and would stop by to meet us. During our conversation, Diana shared that she didn't even know she had been nominated. She woke up Tuesday to a call from owner Bryan Arri, who said he had big news and was coming over. Her first thought was that something terrible had happened--like the bar had burned down. Instead, he showed up with coffee and told her she was a James Beard honoree. Diana is originally from Bolivia and has lived in Kansas City most of her life, with the exception of time spent in San Francisco during the pandemic. She further refined her cocktail craft through local pop-ups in Kansas City under the name Condor's Cove. When Bryan was preparing to open Fern Bar, he reached out to bring her onto the team. The printed cocktail menu immediately reminded me of the Monarch and the Mercury Room--not surprising given Bryan's background at Manifesto and the Monarch. Thoughtful, intentional, and clearly designed for people who appreciate serious cocktails. We planned on having one or two drinks but ended up staying for three, thanks to an outstanding lineup and a memorable conversation with Diana. We tasted: * No Fly Zone - Rum, agave, pineapple foam * Mr. Collage - Smooth, elegant, egg-white cocktail * Three Negroni Lunch - Bitter, boozy, and beautifully balanced * Pendergast No. 4 - Complex and spirit-driven * It's Bananas - Banana liqueur with bright tropical notes * Off the Rails - Creative and well-executed rum/agave cocktail One downside of many cocktail-forward bars is the lack of food, but Fern Bar offers two varieties of mini burritos for $4--just enough protein to keep things balanced while indulging. Great concept, exceptional service, and truly memorable drinks. Check it out--and be sure to say hello to Diana.

This was a fun experience! Entrance is around the corner…read morefrom where the uber dropped me. The bar is beautiful inside and looking out. Love the wall of bottles. Love the marble bar that also functioned as a charging station!! Wow!! They stat by giving you a shot of a non alcoholic drink to cleanse your palate. I orders the Enfleurage and it was delicious. Then I tried the tiramisu but it was too sweet. I then went to the Pomodoro - ingenious!!! The red on the glass was so creative. Also delicious. We saw little colorful drinks being ordered by others and inquired about it. They were equally creative shots. I got the Titan and tried the Collisto. Both very good. Highly recommend! Want to return in my next trip.

The Mercury Room is quickly becoming a weeknight fave for me and my friends! A little known tip is…read morethat you can text their number to see if they have any patio or weeknight spots open for walk-ins. The servers and bartenders are so fun throughout the week, and are willing to talk through the drinks and provide some wonderful details and recommendations. The atmosphere is unmatched across Kansas City. You won't find a cooler interior with the lights and ceilings with a beautiful view of the city, but the lesser known star of the location is the patio seating, with great views of the skyline. My friends and I have tried most of the drinks, but the Enfleurage, Magnus, Ambrosia and Kashi are favorites of the latest menu.

We love coming to Al's. Great food and chill environment…read more Get the Reuben! The service is great here too We'll. Be. Back

A suburban dive-ish Irish bar with a little Buffalo flavor thrown in…read more It's an a-ok place - one I would probably visit more if I was in the area, however I'm not sure it would warrant a special trip. I visited for their wings - which are touted as some of the best in the metro. They were pretty good - nice and crispy and covered in Buffalo sauce with plenty of sauce to dip with. My side salad was just a-ok. It was served fresh, but I expected more for the price.