Would be nice if this was passed down within the family of those that would take care of this…read moreplace. Being part of Sauer, sadly most of my mom's side of the family is still racist. Wasn't able to take part of both my grandparents funerals due to my race. Mostly the men in the family but regardless of the facts. This castle isn't being taken care of and up for sale with an ridiculous price. We also have a Castle located in Germany, along with family crest. Kind of unique to be apart of a family history but not really accepted.

Sauer Castle is in the National Register of Historic Places, it's a Kansas City must-see if you've…read morenever taken the haunting trip to the top of the bluff where this mansion sits undisturbed for decades. In high school, from Miege to St. Teresa's Academy, crossing state lines, the rumors about Sauer were EPIC and very popular to tell around Halloween. Sauer castle is haunted, according to the ghostly experts and as the story goes... During the Civil War a man leaves his wife to go fight. She waits for him for years, longing for his return and reading his infrequent letters home. Towards wars end, she receives his final letter stating that he is coming home on a certain day on a certain ferry and requesting that she wait for him. When he never arrived, she believed he was dead and frenzied, she hung herself in the infamous bell tower. Her husband, alive, missed his ferry home and later arrived to find his wife dead. It is said that in the front yard he shot himself. Sauer Castle was built by the German immigrant Anton Sauer and has remained in the family for 5 generations - in which the castle has seen many more deaths of natural and unnatural causes. Legend has it that treasure is buried here (however sources say this rumor began from the original fact that the house was built over an antique storage of wine.) Other legends include there is a secret tunnel leading to the Kaw River (others distort this rumor to make it a slave tunnel), or that the ghost of Mary Sauer stands in the windows of the fourth floor looking out onto her property at night. There was a man who died of tuberculosis here, a baby died as well within these walls, and a child was drown. Perhaps what solidified its eerie persona is the foreboding sign in the front that reads: PRIVATE PROPERTY, TRESPASSERS WILL BE PROSECUTED! BEWARE OF DOGS! Here's where I come into the story: I was young and stupid, it was a boring Friday night and my friends and I thought it would be something to talk about on Monday if we somehow got into Sauer Castle and checked out if it were haunted for ourselves. With my two other good friends, we set out on the property while two other friends waited in the car for our return. What we weren't aware of was that three guard dogs that could have well ripped me apart were stationed around the house. I was only cognizant of one, chained to a large radius of land towards the front of the house, but in truth there were two more. We steered clear of this one dog and kept to the side of the house until we came upon the old slave quarters behind the property. It was here we saw a small window opening to the basement of Sauer Castle...STUPID, STUPID me...I went in (after my two friends.) And what we saw was no different than the last scene of the Blair Witch Project, an empty stone basement with nothing in it but AN ACTUAL STONE WELL in the very center...creepy as all hell. That's when we saw the caretaker with a flashlight and rifle coming towards us. My two dear 'friends' climbed out of there first leaving me with no cell phone light, no knee to climb on. I had to scratch my way up with them pulling on my arms as I had been entirely alone in Sauer Castle. Finally, the three of us hauled ass to the car and sped off before we were caught as trespassers and prosecuted!!! Oh, what a night...something I will NEVER do again and a story I will NEVER forget. Is Sauer Castle haunted? From the fright of feeling trapped in the stone basement with nothing beside me but an old well...I would say yes.

Wow, such a fun experience. These 2 "characters", Benny "The Bull" and I never caught the main…read moreguide's name were just dialed in! They had that presentation memorized down to the second. Even with unknowns like getting stuck in traffic and stop lights they managed to keep everything flowing. If any family members or friends come into town, I'll gladly recommend this tour over and over again

We really enjoyed this tour! The actors play off each other with corny jokes and accents, it's so…read morefun! The tour was about 90 min, kind of educational, more interesting to us as we like to learn and read about the gangster eras. It's on a short bus, I wouldn't go with a large group, it's two by two seats and one long seat in the back for about 4-5 people. You can't always see out the window but they describe what happened at that area. It's something different and fun to do, worth the $30 something we spent.

Grace and The Mad Greek: A masterclass in Philoxenia... "the ancient Greek art of making a stranger…read morefeel like a God at the table". In a world of mediocre service and soggy pita, Grace at The Mad Greek stands as a titan among mortals. I didn't just eat dinner; I underwent a culinary baptism. The legend began the second I crossed the threshold. The hostess didn't just greet our group; she provided a welcome so warm I personally felt like a long-lost Spartan war hero returning to my village. Her smile was the lighthouse guiding us through the fog of hunger, setting a tone that whispered, "You are home now," and also, "you are about to eat a lot of feta." It was the kind of personalized touch that transforms a simple "table for three" into a banquet for the gods. (My apologies for not asking your name... but that's a lack of management's oversight, as there should be a sculpture-bust of your likeness, decorated with string lights, highlighting your name on a plaque so it's emblazoned on ever guests' mind, your name on the very tips of their lips...) Then, there is Grace. If hospitality were an Olympic sport, Grace would be draped in gold, standing atop the podium while the national anthem of Flavortown plays on a loop. She didn't just "take my order", she curated my destiny. Her timing was so precise, I'm convinced she can see five seconds into the future. My water glass never dropped below the halfway mark, it was as if she were performing some sort of Greek hydro-kinesis. Grace is the GOAT. Period. Then came the Greek Combo. Calling this a 'dinner' is like calling the Odyssey a 'quick blog post.' It was a sprawling, epic masterpiece on a plate. The gyro meat was sliced with the precision of a master sculptor, and the souvlaki was seasoned by the gods themselves. As for the spanakopita, it possessed a structural complexity that would make the architects of the Parthenon weep, with more golden, buttery layers than the shifting labyrinth of Knossos. Every bite was a journey through the Mediterranean that didn't require a passport, just a very large napkin and a moment of silence. If you haven't been served by Grace at The Mad Greek, have you even truly lived? Five stars isn't enough. There's a 'Michelin' Standard being overlooked on Mass street... in the modern "culinary constellation," stars are the ultimate symbol of excellence. By adding a "sixth star" to capture the intergalactic in Grace's service, I'm coming close to being able to describe the celestial level this culinary experience became that even the night sky struggles to contain. Grace: our dinner party will never be able to 'eat Greek' the same again. You've officially ascended to the Acropolis of hospitality as our eternal Goddess of the Sixth Star. And as they used to say in the old country: , ! (...it's all just Greek to me!)

Amazing service and great pasta. We walked in on Friday night and enjoyed a lovely early dinner in…read morethis cool environment.

Another unique find thanks to Atlas Obscura, this project was initiated in 2006 by the Chesney Park…read moreNeighborhood Improvement Association. Formerly a series of blank walls they now tell the tale of the wonderful city of Topeka. Colorful, artistic and very well done. Local artists and community members have painted these scenes that depict the rich history of the city. There is some street parking available. [Review 11423 overall, round number 1200 of 2019.]

BOWL OF BUTTAH WITH MY LOBSTAHHH!!! @715restaurant you can get a crawly friend lobster and a…read morehonking bowl of butter for dinner! At least you could when I ate it. It was so yummy. It really quenched my lobster thirst. I was in the trenches with it I won't lie.. I got lobster poo all over me.. I cut myself when cracking the claws.. but it was all worth it. Tip to 715 tho: please do this again, but give me a bib next time like a proper New England baby. I adore you. I adore the patio. It's really nice this time of year on the patio. Also my drink was delicious (not shown cuz I drank it too fast for the camera). Don't let anyone steal your potatoes if you come to eat this. Guard your potatoes. (Also this review is from summer of 2024)

This was my first time dining at 715 and I really wanted to love it. The space is cute and the menu…read morelooked promising, but the experience didn't fully deliver. The green beans were hands down the best thing I ate. They were fresh, well-seasoned, and topped with feta and sliced almonds. Light but flavorful. The lasagna bolognese was hearty and satisfying, and the focaccia was soft with a nice char. Perfect for dragging through that red sauce. The crab ravioli was a miss. It tasted fine, but visually it looked like it was topped with canned tuna. For a $35 pasta dish, I expected claw or leg meat or at least something that felt more elevated. It just wasn't giving what it needed to give. Service wasn't great either. Our server never introduced himself and barely checked on us. He seemed overwhelmed and like he was running the entire floor. We were seated really close to other tables so it felt cramped and loud. Not ideal for a dinner that's supposed to feel special. I'd come back for a drink and some small plates, but this visit didn't make me a fan just yet.

I asked for recommendations on what to do while in Kansas City and this was the number one…read morerecommendation from several people. After visiting myself, I can totally see why. The river market is unique, you have indoor and outdoor options. Garden shops, fresh vegetables and fruits, international cuisine, a variety of coffee and so many beautiful bouquet of flowers. It's definitely one of a kind. I spent about 2 hours here but it wasn't enough. I'm looking forwards to coming back! My favorite buy was a handmade grater, made in Spain. One of the vendors was selling them. I can't wait to use it! If you come here, i recommend arriving early and expect parking to be somewhat challenging.

just moved to kc and was looking for something to do on a sunday. this was cute! lots of great…read morelocal businesses to eat at and some great produce also!

Celebration at the Station was the perfect way to spend Memorial Day 2013. I got there super early…read more(3 PM ish) and was able to find parking along the street right next to the event. (About an hour later, parking was nearly impossible). A friend hooked me up with free tickets to the WWI Museum and the Liberty Memorial so I roamed around there for awhile. This event was FREE which is always a huge perk! All of KC's best food trucks were parked in front of Union Station to supply us with awesome dinner and drinks. Practically all of Kansas City was at this event; it was so much fun to people watch and enjoy the company of such a great city. I saw SO many people I knew from very aspect of my life. The entire expansion of the Liberty Memorial hill area was full of blankets, and picnics, and families. You got the opportunity to sprawl out on the grass with thousands of people and listen to a free symphony concert. Once it became dark outside, the beautiful fireworks started. The perfect way to spend Memorial Day; a must for anyone living in Kansas City.

Celebration at the Station is always a fun event and one of the best firework shows the area has…read moreall year. Parking will be a nightmare in every direction. Just plan on walking a distance. Bring blankets or lawn chairs and prepare to enjoy an evening of music against one of the most iconic backdrops of the Kansas City skyline. Being a free event, it fills up with tons of people, but with the huge space is not crazy crowded. The symphony puts on an excellent show ending the night with a fantastic firework display. This is a great yearly event for all walks of life. Bring a picnic, enjoy the food trucks lining the area, or stop and eat at one of the nearby restaurants on your way in or out. A great start to the summer!

Great bridge to run or walk across for some pretty views of the Missouri River!…read more I appreciate that they have an elevator as well as stairs so it's more accessible. This reminds me of running along the Schuylkill River in Philly!

Came here because I was so close from being at the City Market because I wanted to see the view. It…read morewas a pretty short bridge to the river and the views were nice but I'm not going to call it spectacular because all you can really see is the river and a couple of bridges. The area is pretty industrial. You can also go downstairs which I didn't really have time to but there's paths where you can walk and run and also get a different view. Overall a quick stop if you have some time. A good escape from a busy area to sip a coffee or something (which is what I did...)

For my 100th review it seems important and necessary to give credit where credit is due, and all my…read moreYelping began with one person: the inimitable Stuart, AKA "my husband". He is unfailingly supportive, always game to try new food, activities, and pretty much supports my varied whimsies. It was he who initially showed me Yelp! He bakes scones like no body's business (usually because I have neglected to purchase bread), he whips up waffles in the mornings without anyone even asking, and he cranks out homemade pasta as light and spring-y as anything I ate in Italy! Basically, the man likes projects involving dough, and that is just fine by me! Cleaning and entertaining our 3 sons are other strong-points and while I sometimes am mystified by the whole testosterone driven thing, he manages with grace and humor(and cocktails). He has traipsed off to Italy when I insisted we had to return. He willingly accepts all lunch plans for the most out-of-the-way joints, and, of course, he encourages my new-found waffle-lust! In addition to all the aforementioned qualities, he has also good-naturedly accepted the various troublesome pets I have brought into our (formerly clean and organized) home. It did not phase him a bit when I insisted we get up and drive to Martinez before dawn to watch the Alhambra Creek beavers (review written a couple of weeks ago). Great sense of humor (and direction!), exceptional technical skills, quality workmanship all 'round, and easy on the eyes...I like him. A lot.