We had a good time here, and it's a very classy looking place…read more However, the pizza flatbreads were insanely expensive for such a very small and tiny portion. Really, it's $15 for each one. The taste was average. I also did not like how one of the waiters came up to us and said something along the lines of "by the way we are closing in 20 minutes." However, it was a fun social thing to do and some of the wines we got were really good.

When we are on our way to Weston, the Riverwood Winery is our meeting place. It's the perfect spot…read morefor wine lovers--and whiskey fans too! The cozy, warm ambiance of the place makes it feel like the ideal place to unwind. I started with a wine flight that included a white, Moscato, and a sweet red. While they were a bit on the dry side for my super-sweet wine preferences, they were still enjoyable. The mulled cider, however, was the real star--absolutely delicious! We also ordered some snacks to share: a pepperoni flatbread and a charcuterie board. They arrived fresh and fast, and the server took the time to explain each item on the board, making the experience even more enjoyable. Everything was top-notch and super tasty. What really stood out was the friendly, knowledgeable staff, who made sure we had everything we needed. There's also a big patio that's perfect for summer months, offering a great place to relax and enjoy the outdoors with a glass of your favorite drink. Plates and water were readily available for self-service, which was a nice touch. I'll definitely be back next time I'm in the area--such a great spot with the perfect combination of warmth, good food, and great drinks!

Backwoods 222 I…read moreattended a wedding at Backwoods 222 in Gower, Missouri, and the event space is very nice. It has two bedrooms upstairs that can be used for a his-and-hers setup or for people staying for a weekend event or conference. There are breakout rooms without doors and some rooms downstairs with curtains. The kitchen has a freezer, refrigerator, double sink, microwave, and large trash cans. I can't remember if there was a stove. The building has three levels and was built in 1863--it used to be a museum. It's about five miles west of Gower and 15 miles from Trimble. I attended on November 21st when it was cold and rainy, so we couldn't use the patio, but pictures show it's beautiful. The bathrooms really impressed me--clean floors, clean toilets, and well kept. Aimee was onsite most of the event, and she was very helpful. She emptied the trash before leaving and was very compassionate and concerned about the guests. What stood out were the handwritten ICE (In Case of Emergency) signs posted around the venue with the address and directions to give police or emergency services. She also had Kleenex and hand sanitizer everywhere. I can tell she loves her place and keeps it very clean. She also has a room full of decor like vases, centerpieces, "bride and groom" items, and things for events. I live in Raymore, Missouri, and it was worth the drive. I would highly recommend Backwoods 222.

Wonderful venue, decorates itself, lots of space, great area to take pictures for weddings. Amy the…read moreowner is delightful to work with and very easy going. We had a great day here.:

The best wedding venue we could have chosen! We had the whole property for the weekend, and had so…read moremuch fun. Tara was amazing to work with and helped my vision come to life! If you're looking for rustic elegance, The Journey Home is your venue!

The Journey Home is an AMAZING place to have your wedding!! Laura (the manager) is great to work…read morewith and will assist with anything she can. We had some issues with vendors while planning our wedding and she called and spoke with vendors she knew of to see if they were available to assist since it was somewhat of short notice with wedding season fast approaching. I would recommend this venue to all of my friends if they weren't already married!

I had my wedding here at the beginning of October and I cannot say enough AMAZING things about this…read morevenue. We were able to plan everything in three weeks and it all came together so well. Being able to sit down and plan out everything from the decorations, the seating, and all the way down to the exact menu we wanted in one meeting made everything so stress free. We were able to have 50 of our closest family friends in attendance and the space fit everyone perfectly. We had so many of our guests compliment the food, and the staff here was so amazing in putting together such an amazing dinner for all of us. However, I will say the cream cheese ice cream that I wanted to see if they could recreate (Which they DID) was the biggest hit of the night! The photos we took at the venue do not do this place justice! I couldn't be happier with our experience here!!

I have been trying to contact them for over 2-3 weeks to book an event and have only been told they…read morewill call me back or let me know. Incredibly unprofessional and frustrating. I called and emailed didn't hear back, then finally got a hold of someone who said they would call me back with information but never did. I can't imagine how their service is if this is the level of unprofessionalism they showed with just booking. Will NOT be booking with them.

Wonderful, fun little forest tucked away in a city, we had no idea. :)…read more My daughter's Girl Scout STEM troop meets here and she LOVES it! Her leaders are great and the Park is beautiful. The girls love to explore and learn out there! Took my kids camping for memorial day too and had a blast. AC'd cabin, mini fridge and private fire area. Even had hose access for water play fun. My friends and I will for sure be back! Such a decent rental price too.

If you're looking for a great outdoor venue in Kansas, this is it! They have a beautiful set up out…read morehere. I've been here for two weddings, once as a guest the other as a groomsman, and enjoyed it both times. Jay the owner is a great guy and really cares about the bride and groom and all of the guest having an amazing experience. For ceremonies, they have this hollow that does an wonderful job of keeping the wind out and it sounds spectacular if you have a band setup to play music like at my friend's wedding. The barn has a great atmosphere and it's perfect for a country or fall themed wedding. I've been here both in the spring and the fall, and you gotta get married here in the fall, the surrounding country side is stunning that time of year. It's gorgeous in the spring too, I just love the autumn colors more.

Beautiful venue and a pretty and flexible event space. I attended a wedding and it was allowed to…read moreerect a cross at the front which made a splendid backdrop. Clean facilities, convenient bar and food line.

The beauty of this venue words cannot describe, pictures show you the amazing craftsmanship, but in…read moreperson this place will leave you speechless! All my wedding guests were just in shock at the beauty! I'm from Missouri but live in California and when I saw the website for this place I knew I would be getting married here. It just takes your breath away. Lana and her husband were so welcoming, easy to work with, and overall want you to have the perfect day and are so helpful in doing so. I couldn't recommend this venue more for anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion! The space is amazing and comfortable to fit many guests, the bridal and groom suites are a great place to relax and get ready, and the views around last for days! Save your time searching, the Pearl is the place!

We went on a Saturday morning and they were packed!! No seating on the main floor or upstairs…read more Luckily it was a beautiful day so we got to enjoy their ample patio seating. The women working the cashier was very kind and helpful. Absolutely fantastic quality of food and coffee! Our whole group was impressed with everything that we ordered. The stand out was the bacon Gouda sandwich on some phenomenal ciabatta bread. The bagel was outstanding. The pastry case was drool worthy and we'll have to come back to eat through it. Price wise its a bit on the pricey side but worth it for the quality you're receiving. Lots of free street parking available. Note for the cold brew lovers - they don't serve cold brew so be ready with your back up order.

Wow! I'm so happy I stopped in this cute little spot…read more It's a cute little shop tucked into a small office building in a residential area. It's small but not too small with the outdoor and upstairs seating. I was quickly greeted by the very friendly staff after walking in. I asked "what's the best thing on the menu if I was never to be here again (I'm a driver and likely won't)" and she said the bacon Gouda and boy oh boy was it good! The bacon was very high quality and so was the bread. The cheese was super melted and made the almost garlic buttery mayo taste even better. I would highly recommend it and would recommend this place!!

Absolutely gorge venue. The vibe was "magical" as the word that kept coming to mind being there…read more Normally would rate a 5 however was somewhat confused on the meal situation. They were extremely strict on what/how much you could have. Not a terribly lot of food and once the last table was called to eat, the staff immediately closed the doors to the food area. There seemed to be an abundance of food left but shut er down. Wonder what they did with all the left overs Anyway. I personally had just enough as I prefer to drink my calories but most at my table were still hungry.

Ruined Our Wedding!!…read more My wife and I got married on September 28, 2024, and we wish we had taken our money elsewhere. Russ will sweet talk you into choosing this place. Yes, it's nice and can be breathtaking, but the problem lies within the customer service on the day of the wedding. We had family and friends come from out of town to attend our wedding, some of whom had never been to Kansas City before, which made us feel very special. The night before the wedding, Russ called and informed my wife that we were over our guest list limit and needed to make an additional list of the people we really wanted to attend. My wife was up all night crying out of frustration because this was very last minute, and some people were going to be upset. The wedding day was a horrible experience! First, Russ's assistant (whose name I can't remember) was the worst! She's black. I believe she's racist against her own kind. She stirred up trouble the whole time, accusing the wedding party of smoking weed on the property. Keep in mind, weed is 100% legal, and if someone smoked it before arriving, it's their business. Second, there were no lights in the groomsmen's section due to a storm prior. When we asked if we could get a light to shave or whatever, Russ's assistant was very rude and even got mouthy with my groomsman, who showed her nothing but respect by saying "Ma'am" and "Please." Even after she was done chewing out my groomsmen over the light, she walked away, then turned back to finish chewing us out, informing us that certain things "were not her job." Her attitude eventually rubbed off on Russ, and he started talking to me like I was just a thug off the street, despite the fact that I had paid over $10k for this venue. Third, they started trying to do crowd control with our guest list by refusing to let our family and friends in. Some had traveled from out of state and could not get in because Russ's assistant didn't use the list we stayed up all night creating. Instead, she passed the list to our daughter (who doesn't work for the company and wasn't present) to retype, which resulted in a number of people being removed. They let all the older people in (50+) and told anyone who looked young that they weren't on the list, even though they were. Then there were the pictures. It took about 45 minutes to get the lights working outside for our pictures. Because they didn't let our younger family members in, a lot of older people had left before the reception even began, leaving us with a semi-empty room. My only wedding! My lifetime memory ruined by poor customer service and micromanagement. DO NOT USE THEM!! PLEASE GO SOMEWHERE ELSE!!