The velvet freeze is a one stop shop! Wings, Daiquiris, and Dancing. I went to the weekly Wings and…read moreSing Wednesday! $1/per wing ! Everyone was having a great time singing, dancing, and eating! The service was great, the employees treated everyone like family! The only issue is that I am not a fan of smoking friendly venues. I cannot stand the smell.

I have never been one to leave a review, but I was taken aback after stopping in tonight. $35 for 2…read moredrinks that taste like sonic slushees is insane. I found myself on here after searching everywhere for a menu or price list for the Velvet Freeze Daquari. There is no price list anywhere, which is concerning. After reading other reviews, I can confidently confirm I was just scammed at the Velvet Freeze tonight. I'm still in shock. I am kicking myself in the foot for not asking to see the receipt on the kiosk when the woman told me my total was $35 for one small and one large drink. I think she saw me organizing my cash in my wallet while she was dispensing the drinks when she made up that price in her head. How criminal. Absolutely criminal. Taking advantage of kind customers who want to support local KC businesses.

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.

Amazing atmosphere, some of the best drinks I've ever had, and a phenomenal bartender!…read more "Hotter than your Ex" could have been just a bit hotter, but it was still one of the best cocktails I've ever tried. Do not leave KC without trying this bar. You won't find anything like this anywhere else.

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.

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 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.

I've had some of the most interesting and out of the box cocktails here. Which I love. Give me all…read morethe weird and unexpected and strange. Having a SAVORY margarita was one of the best decisions I've ever made. Just go. Tell them that you trust their bartending and mixing abilities and have them make you something delicious. You're welcome.

Lovely intimate cocktail bar with unique and interesting drinks. We tried a variety of on and off…read morethe menu cocktails and would definitely come back. We got there just as they opened and had the opportunity to chat with the friendly bartenders and meet some of the locals/regulars as they came in. It also seems like they're going to try and partner with a taco truck or other food trucks in the future, but they're still working out the logistics of those arrangements. I'll be excited to see what comes from it. Surprisingly my two favorites were the off-menu cocktail and the Junglebird. The Gin drink was almost like a creamy Paloma, which was crazy! It must have been the botanical notes of the gin mixing with the coconut milk in a unique way! The junglebird was just delicious. No notes on that one. I'll be coming back soon. I love that this little neighborhood has a few hidden gems.

Land of a thousand old fashions, plus four additional menu pages of drinks to choose from…read more It's a great little spot, intimate and comfortable, with a separate whiskey tasting room. The cocktails were superb, the servers friendly and helpful. Overall, a very pleasant experience.

Tried The Sentinel Room for the first time. Tried The Golden Hour, Gingy's Demise Old Fashioned,…read moreEspresso Martini and Banana Bread Old Fashioned! So good. Great service, cute place and decor. We loved the vibe and will certainly be back!

Great place. We were in the area for dinner and decided to come here for drinks afterwards. Upon…read moreentering, we were surprised they were doing Christmas in July. The whole place was decked out in Christmas deco. Several flat screen TVs all around. One playing a movie on screen. 80s music playing in the background. Nice casual atmosphere just a place to come with friends, chill and have a drink. They have a pretty decent cocktail menu. Service was great. Would definitely come back again when in the area.

If you're looking for a cocktail bar that goes beyond the classics, Goat & Rabbit is absolutely…read moreworth a visit. I ordered the W.T.D. while my wife went with the What Would Samantha Do, and both drinks were just as impressive in flavor as they were in presentation. The menu is packed with creative, unique cocktails that made it tough to choose, and after seeing other drinks come out, we already have a list of what we want to try next. The atmosphere is laid back and inviting, making it the kind of place where you can easily settle in for a while. Between the inventive menu, well crafted drinks, and chill vibe, this is definitely a spot we'll be coming back to explore more of