This place is a beautiful and gorgeous venue for a wedding and reception. My wife and I just got…read moremarried there a little over a week ago and we were nothing but pleased with how everything looked. Due to the natural beauty of the barns interior, we didn't have to do a lot of decorating. We couldn't have been happier choosing this location for a new chapter in our lives. They also allow your own vendors for your event which is now to have that flexibility. There are few requirements that differ from other venues as this place is a registered historical site, but they are nothing major or very costly that makes or breaks your event. As a heads up, this place is rented out hourly so it's challenging to decorate for a wedding the same day of the event, but it can be done! We highly recommend this place!

Our son recently held his eclectic wedding at this venue which is a beautiful mix of a historical,…read moreGerman brick barn updated to today's standards of comfort and technology. The facility offers meeting and wedding space for up to 200ppl and can be booked through the City of Lenexa which keeps the cost affordable.We booked the wedding on a Friday evening which saved even more costs. Saturday weddings book a year out so you'll need to contact them early or camp out to book a spot with the City. Many images can be googled online to show you the facility's offerings. We didn't need to do much for decor as the facility is so clean and classy with brick walls, exposed beam ceiling in the main hall, a full kitchen, meeting rooms for the wedding party to get ready etc. An outdoor courtyard can be used for the ceremony also although it's along I-35 for traffic noise. We did experience problems with the set up, AV equipment and evening staffing but these issues were addressed satisfactorily when we brought them up to management. We'd definitely recommend this air conditioned barn to any bride and groom.

Love this brewery! The space is inviting and so cute inside…read more I didn't have any beer because I'm on a no-drinking kick at the moment, but they do have kombucha, which makes one feel like they aren't missing out! They offer board games, food, and live music on weekends. I ordered the charcuterie, and it was a generous portion for the price. Came with three different meats and cheeses, dried apricots, which I love, and this amazing goat cheese dip, along with marinated olives and plenty of crackers. Loved it, and I'm looking forward to coming back and trying more things. The staff is always friendly and seems like they have a lot of fun while they're working!

Cozy little brewery in De Soto. Lots of tap options, and we really appreciate the sustainability…read moredetails like thrifted cups and tables. Free popcorn in the back, too! They have a cute little private room you can request that seats about 8-12. Service was quick and kind. We will definitely stop in again. The menu looked good, but we only sampled the beer this trip. Several Sundays they have jazz music, it was ending as we arrived. Don't hesitate to try them out!

We're still planning an event but the staff were very responsive and incredibly helpful.read more

I'll be honest, I never got BBQ. It never really appealed to me. That has changed because of the…read more180 room. The staff here was very helpful, they were there when you needed them, but not so much that they were in your face all the time. Perfect balance. I had some burnt ends, and they were tasty. I expected to load up on those for the evening, but I decided to try the famous Kansas City rubs I had heard so much about. BAM! I get it now! These ribs put every BBQ rib I have had before now to shame. My tastebuds now understand what ribs should taste like. It was a magical cross between perfection and awesome. I ate until I was ready to split a seam. Absolutely incredible. If you can get yourself here, do it... the food is amazing!

I went to Union Horse for their social hour the other night and it was great! They had Chivos food…read moretruck outside & I got a delicious burger from them. I had a drink that I can't remember the name of from Union Horse and it was fabulous. Tried a couple friends' drinks too and they were all great. The people working were very great and the place is GORGEOUS.

Great Social events! Love the atmosphere and people! Their Whiskey is amazing as well! Thanks!read more

Cider Hill Family Orchard has been a go-to for our family in the Fall for years. We love enjoying…read morethe property especially when it's all abuzz in Fall time, lining up for apple cider slushes and cider donuts, of course, and browsing the shop. Their apple picking experience is quite fun and family friendly too. It can get really busy at peak weekend times in the Fall so go early or late (not sure if they ever run out, so I'd pick early). A warning, sometimes they can be closed for weddings or other events. There is plenty of parking on the property. Bottomline: these cider donuts have got to be the best in the city!

I love apple picking. We decided to come one Saturday and I'm so glad we did. The orchard is nice…read moreand big..I missed out on picking Granny Smith apples which are my favorite and clearly, a lot of people's favorite. They were all picked away. We did pick some nice red apples that had a tart and sweet finish. I made apple preserves with them. We also bought kettle corn. It was some of the best I've had! Next year, I'm come a little earlier in the season so I don't miss out on the Granny Smith apples..

This is such a stunning property. The views from the ceremony area are incredible and I love the…read moreconcrete pathway connecting the ceremony area to the reception area. Grounds are really well kept and there are so many spots for photos.

From the owner: Whiskey Ridge is a private estate on over 60 acres with sprawling fields and rolling hills. With a…read moreunique black barn and our ceremony location on a ridge with a one of a kind view you won't find anywhere else in the Kansas City area. Kansas City's newest wedding venue has the only black barn in the KC metro. With a clean modern exterior and a neutral colored interior with tons of natural light, this is the venue of your dreams. Let Whiskey Ridge in Tonganoxie, Kansas be the backdrop of your dream wedding day.

Awesome people to work with. I can't recommend this venue more highly. If you have an upcoming…read moreevent...check this place out!!!

From the owner: Our venue was created with more than just weddings and events in mind. We created our venue as a…read morespace to be a place of celebration of love, creativity and memories that will last a lifetime. When you have your wedding here you will have the privilege of building community and growing together with offerings of self and couple growth throughout the time you are waiting for your wedding and even after. Not only do we value family, love and marriage, we also are dedicated to making sure your wedding, event, corporate party or whatever gathering you hold with us, is stress-free and as perfect as you deserve it to be. Tucked away in the Southwest corner of Johnson County near Kill Creek Park you can enjoy dancing under a view of the stars away from the city lights. Family is not far with easy access to highways and close enough to lodging and dining we are considered still in the KC Metro. We are appointment only and not open to the public, so come tour our ranch today!

Important stuff first: This place is closing soon, potentially as soon as October. If you have any…read moreGroupons or want to experience it, now is the time! I met my wife's coworker and his friends up here for a wine tasting and enjoyed it. The land surrounding it is beautiful, and it's tucked away nicely. The little tasting barn wasn't the nicest, it's sort of just a space. However, our hostess was awesome, personable, and helped make everything really fun. I really enjoyed a few of the wines! I'm not normally enamored with Kansas wines, but there were a few that were absolutely hitting the spot on this summer evening. We had just enough to feel warm and toasty, took a glass on the patio and closed the place down officially.

We went out here this summer to hear some live music. Our friend was playing with his band. Great…read moreidea on a summer night to enjoy friends, wine and music outside. You could bring your own snack and relax at a picnic table. But the only other drink you could bring was water. They did have a bbq stand with some pricy but tasty sandwiches. Downside, their wine is not that great so we were stuck with water. I liked that you could see the grapes on the vine and there's a nice pond in front. The setting was pretty. There's not really anything to tour, so if you come out when there's not live music there's not much to see or do. Plus the staff really were not very nice. Our friends didn't know and tried to bring their own beer. This staff lady yelled at them like they were kids in front of everyone. Then threaten to kick them out if they didn't dispose of the beer immediately. Later we found out from someone else that beer violated their liquor license and they could get in trouble. So why not calmly explain that and ask them to toss it. Rather than yelling at them in front of everyone. Would have left immediately after that but had promised our buddy we'd stay to hear his band.

Tall Trellis is an awesome family friendly brewery. They're frequently busy but they have a large…read morespace and a big parking lot. They have a large patio area where dogs and kids can play and run around (leased dogs, not the kids ). They have a stage outside and lots of individual seating and picnic tables. They have one of the best brewery patios in KC. The indoor space is also fairly large and they do have a room that can be rented for private events. And this year, they added an outdoor tent so you don't have to freeze but can still be outside. They have a few TVs for sports ball watching. Service is always fanatic. Despite being busy, they're always clean. They do offer food-tacos, pizzas, kids menu. I've not tried any but I always see people ordering so it must be pretty good. It's a brewery so obviously they have beer, but they also have nonalcoholic beverages and wine. I stick to the beer. My favorites are alway the stouts. They remind me of simpler old school stouts that aren't sweet and heavy. They have live music and other events so make sure to follow their social media and definitely check them out!

80 Proof Alice music act is amazing! Please welcome them back! Playing to a full house!!read more