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    Golden Ox

    3.6 (207 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Seafood, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Flat Iron
    Michael C.

    This was my second time here. As was the first time, the service was impeccable. Unlike the first time, when I had the KC Strip and Steak Tartare, I opted for a less traditional order. Started with the Caesar Salad with white anchovies. This was an A. Great salad with the perfect amount of dressing. For the main courses, my wife and I decided to split a flat iron and a pasta dish. They are currently featuring a spaghetti carbonara. The steak was cooked perfectly and was very tender. Loved it, and I gave that an A. The spaghetti was a poor call. Carbonara is not an easy dish to prepare properly. This one came out way too dry. I rated that a C. For the side dish we had the heirloom carrots and they were excellent, also an A.

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    Aislinn B.

    A Kansas City staple that is perfect for a special occasion or a random pop-in. Gorgeous historic interior with delicious food and fabulous old-school vibes. Wonderful service and fabulous cocktails!

    Haley W.

    Golden Ox is one of the most quintessential KC restaurants that has been around forever. Classic steakhouse in the West Bottoms district, which is having its revival right now. They had a remodel several years ago but kept the classic steakhouse look. They have classic cocktails and wine selection. I couldn't pass up trying their cheeseburger, which I know may be controversial not ordering steak, but let me tell you, that burger was exceptional, you can tell the meat is freshly ground in house. The fries were also delicious. Rest of menu looks good, reviews are mixed but worth a stop back in. If anything do it for the nostalgia. Final review: 4/5, solid cheeseburger that won't leave you disappointed.

    Alicia W.

    Decided to come here based off of a recommendation. I will say the ambiance is amazing! It has a dark warm cozy feel, literally took me back in time to the 1920-1930's lol. The booths are made with real leather, It's a must see, the service was a 10/10. The drinks and the food not so much, the cowboy punch and the lemon drop martini tasted nothing how it was described in the menu or by our server in my opinion 4/10. The food was meh, the steaks 3/10 we asked for medium rare and got rare. The risotto was not tasteful at all, the mash , baked potato and broccolini, crab cakes, oysters 10/10. Our server took our steaks back to the kitchen and brought us out new ones, at that point we weren't hungry anymore. I definitely recommend giving this place a try, it could've just been a bad

    Wedge salad
    Dustin E.

    My pop has always said this was the place that he had the best steak of his life. We moved to Kansas City on Easter Sunday of 2023. We got to the Golden Ox as quickly as we could. It's down by Kemper Arena or whatever it's called now. The atmosphere here is amazing. We sat at the bar overlooking the kitchen, which was super cool, and something we've only done once before at Michelin star restaurant in Las Vegas. I had the gazpacho which was a special during summer. It rocked! My wife had the wedge salad which she liked a lot. She also had a fillet Oscar, but it didn't have asparagus, and was kind of weird in her opinion. The special that night was smoked prime rib, so, instead of having the sirloin, I intended, I had the special, and it was incredible! I was trying to do a low-carb thing so I had the ratatouille, which was also a special that night instead of any kind of potato. It was a very nice dinner for me. My wife didn't quite enjoy it as much, but she has given the greenlight for us to return. I want to try the sirloin and see if it is as good as I hope it is.

    Ribeye
    Shelby M.

    The atmosphere of this place is so cool. I loved looking at all the old pictures on the walls from KC. My grandpa used to go here when he was younger so I was excited to try it for my bday. I started with a glass of Cab which was standard. To eat I did the ribeye with a loaded baked potato. The steak was cooked exactly how I wanted it and very flavorful. But the real star of the show was the baked potato. You would think something so simple wouldn't make this much of an impact but it literally was the best baked potato i've ever had. Soooo good. For dessert we did the tiramisu and that was a miss. Our waitress was good, maybe came around a little too often but no other complaints. I was a little disappointed as I had read other reviews that they did a special thing for birthdays but they did not for me. Sad!

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    that was some excellent food and awesome service and a neat atmosphere enjoy restaurant.

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    A nice place to enjoy a good steak. Meat was cooked to perfection and the service was courteous and prompt.

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    Rude server. Rude manager. Food mediocre. Needs to be updated. I would not go there again.

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    1.0 mi
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    Holy...OMG. Come here, come here, come here…read more By some spark of light and luck we start the Valentines Day evening here. Drinks we got: - No Fly Zone - Off the Rails - Mr. Collage - Mescal Espresso Martini I got a cocktail caviar bump which - YES! Appetizer burritos complimented everything. We didn't have a reservation, but they were able to sneak us in, and I couldn't be happier!! You must come here.

    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.

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    Wild Child

    4.6
    (72 reviews)
    7.7 mi
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    I was in the area and stumbled upon this cute little spot. It happened to be open so I went inside…read more I loved all the plants and the decor. The space is smallish but they do have bar seating in addition to seating throughout. The service was friendly and the drinks were great. They don't offer food, but they do offer cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails. I went on a Sunday and they have a special menu called "Almost Monday." It's a smaller, simpler cocktail menu and the prices are very fair compared to other cocktail spots. I tried the Caipirinha (pineapple) and the Negroni sour. Both were good. My favorite between the two was the Negroni. It had a pretty color and wasn't too sour or strong. I'd def recommend it and get it again. Definitely stop in and check out this cute spot in Shawnee.

    Stopped by Wild Child after a nice dinner out in Kansas City. We were just looking for a nearby…read morebar, but wow did this surprise us. When you arrive there is parallel parking available outside the bar. When you walk in you'll feel like your bright, vibrant, and feels incredibly welcoming. Also, they have some really fun drinks as well that have been thoughtfully put together. We ended up sitting at the bar and I started with the Reformed Porn Star (vanilla vodka, bronson's tropical milk punch, passion fruit, Prosecco, citric acid and popping boba) which was by far my favorite drink and felt like I could have drank a couple more of these. Second I tried the Neo Cosmo (white rum, strawberry, cacao, coconut, rose hip, lime, bubble) which was good and was a fun drink with an ice cream shaped cup and a bubble on the top (meant to look like an ice cream cone). If you are in the area, this bar is a must try, the bartenders were awesome and took good care of us. Between the creative cocktails, fun atmosphere, unique floral setting, this was a memorable experience I'd definitely return for.

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    The Blue Palm

    4.9
    (23 reviews)
    1.2 mi

    Strawberry Hill has a "new" gem that took me 2 years to just cross the Kansas River from KCMO to…read moreget to LOL. The former Mockingbird (aka The View for us "old-timers") has been reimagined into one of the highest quality tiki bars I have ever experienced. The outdoor patio has been tidied up and the interior is like The Little Mermaid meets Pirates of the Caribbean with New Orleans flair (think hanging lanterns, skulls and a Velvet John Wayne) and you will get the vibe. Roxy was delighful and crafted fabulous drinks and stories. The seasonal menu changes every few months and current highlights include the "Better to Sea You With" and "Chai and Mighty". The "Zombie " was potent and "Morning Wench" with rum creme, spiced rum, black coffee liquor and cinnamon is the BEST "espresso" without espresso martini I have ever had! Take a ride on over to Kansas City Kansas or better yet take a Lyft, because you won't be able to have just one of their delicious drinks.

    The Blue Palm is great. It blends a great tiki bar with a great neighborhood hang and has the most…read morechill vibes in KC. Now is the *most* authentic tiki bar? I'd say no, but don't let that stop you. I like it better here than Kon Tiki and while I'm still really sad over the loss of Tiki Cat (RIP you unicorn gem of a bar), The Blue Palm is divine it's own unique way. I stopped in here for a springtime patio meet up with friends and was not let down. The cocktails are some of the best tiki inspired drinks in town, and they have a great happy hour to boot. Shout out to the servers here as they are fabulous. I'll be back!

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    The Blue Palm tiki bar
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    Prime Social

    4.4
    (252 reviews)
    3.6 mi

    We had a wonderful evening at Prime Social Rooftop at the Plaza. We were seated right away, and the…read moreambiance was fantastic with beautiful views overlooking Kansas City. It was the perfect night to sit by the windows and watch the clouds roll in as a thunderstorm approached. The service was excellent. Our server, Jenna, was friendly, attentive, and quick throughout the entire meal, making the experience even better. The food was delicious. We ordered the lobster roll, Braised & Blue pizza, meatballs, oysters with caviar, and the chicken and shrimp yakitori. We also had a couple cocktails- Spicy Paloma and Pineapple Express made with reposado. Everything was flavorful and well prepared, but the lobster roll was definitely my favorite of the night. Between the stunning rooftop views, great atmosphere, excellent service, and delicious food, Prime Social made for a perfect evening in Kansas City. I would absolutely come back and highly recommend it for a date night, special occasion, or simply enjoying the city skyline with friends.

    We discovered Prime Social a couple of years ago and we were impressed…read more So when we were traveling back through KC we wanted to go back. The vibe is very cool as well as the decor. We ordered Old Fashioned which was what you would expect. The Suburban Sunset was different and good but a bit syrupy. I finished with the espresso martini which was very good and very strong. For food we had oysters on the half shell that were fresh and hit the spot. Next Yard Bird which is chicken meat balls. The flavor is good but they are mushy. Probably won't get them again. The chicken, steak and shrimp sticks were ok. The chicken had a rubbery texture. The star of the night was the fried lobster bites. Very good. Chicken and beef sliders were good but again the chicken was rubbery. The fries were also very good. The flat iron steak was cooked perfectly and had great flavor. To me it reminds me of lamb chops which I love. We finished with the 24 carrot truffle which was nice but not great. Overall we had a good time at Prime Social and would come back.

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    Inside Prime Social
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