Such a fun place- went back last night to sit at the bar with my husband- they don't serve food…read morehere so it was a perfect post-dinner spot)! Loved my "Spice Gourds" cocktail with the edible rice-paper leaf on top, perfect for fall! Then I got the "Apricaught You Lookin'" which was tart and fun. Lastly I had the "Vincent Van Goat" which came with an EDIBLE paint set! I got to paint my drink (see attached photo), how fun is that??

I absolutely LOVE goat & rabbit. Everytime we come out the drinks are spot on. If you are a goat…read morecheese lover you have to try whatever floats your goat! Such a great drink. I love that this place has multiple different themes through out the year and gives fresh new menus in addition to their core menu. The only complaint that I have is that I feel like they need to hire more staff or just simply staff at least two bartenders. My friends and I visited on a Tuesday night and the poor girl was getting slammed. We unfortunately were only able to order one round of drinks cause she could not keep up- we ended up tabbing out and heading somewhere else. She was a great bartender and super nice- Just felt like she needed extra hands! Will definitely be back regardless!

Rena was a great server attending to our drinks on the rooftop! We always have a great time with…read moreher as our server. She's attentive and makes amazing drinks. The ambiance is top tier with skyline views and comfy seating, up and down stairs. Ask for Rena when you come by! (If I was her boss I would give a review incentive)

If you are looking for a rooftop with views....Vye has all of them!!! The iconic Western auto, the…read morestunning Kauffman Performing Art Center, the the infamous Bartle Hall sky station sculptures and the illuminated downtown Skyline. It's a great spot to take them in whether it be daytime or night. The downstairs bar is quaint and cozy giving off a speakeasy vibe.

Super adorable bar with a chill vibe. Went with a girlfriend to try the drinks, and they did not…read moredisappoint. Service was on point, with a very friendly staff. Great place to check out pre dinner or post!

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.

My husband and I have been here twice now. Both times were fantastic! The staff is so friendly and…read morekind, shout out to Suzanne! Best first impression ever was seeing her smiling face upon arrival. We love a good speakeasy and this place does it right. The atmosphere inside is so special with amber lighting and cozy corners to sit and enjoy the vibe. The drinks were inventive and fun. This is the perfect spot for before or after dinner drinks. We look forward to trying out the new patio soon! Thanks for a wonderful date night!

Really unique atmosphere and even better drinks! The Alchemist experience is a great option i would…read morerecommend and you're given the option to purchase the glass if you like it. The snacks were okay, i didn't have any complaints but the options they had would not be my preferred choice when paired with drinks. Overall, great time! Highly recommend.

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.

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.

The directions to this place will make you think your mapping program has gone bonkers, but you're…read morein the right place. This place feels like someone's basement tiki lounge tried to go legit, but missed. The menu is limited and frankly a bit weird, but not in a good way. Our drinks sat on the bar melting for more than 5 minutes because the waitress did not pay attention that they were up even though the bartender called to her & she was sitting at the next table juicing limes. Not worth the trek nor the expense.

Everything from the food to the drinks to the staff was some of the best experiences that I've had!…read moreThe vibe was excellent as well. 10/10 would drive to KC for it again alone.

We've been to a lot of tiki bars. This one is worth…read moreSKIPPING. The waitstaff has no idea what they're selling. One cocktail is a glorified porn-star martini with some passionfruit. They were all overly sweet and underflavored. Rum was not apparent, which it should be for a legit tiki cocktail.

This is such a cool bar on the westside. A mix between divey and sexy, the bar has bistro tables…read moreand chairs that is surrounded by lots of plants and greenery. So sad that it's closing at the end of the season and relocating. So I had to pop in to check it out. Parking can be tricky if the surface lot in front is full. There is street parking just around the corner. They have n/a and cocktails with alcohol. I had a margarita - it was good. They have well and top shelf brands. The staff are friendly and the bartenders are so talented that they can make anything. My margarita was good. The n/a mule was good too.Reasonable prices. Check it out before it closes.

I visited Panther's Place on the Westside for the first time on the 4th of July. What a gem in KC!…read moreIt's a total outdoor vibe and feels like your on vacation with the greenery everywhere. It's tucked in the back of a small strip mall and had no idea it was there. It was a great place to catch fireworks, listen to some great music and sip on some cocktails. (I had an Aperol Spritz!) They also had some food specials (hot dogs and smash burgers, but I imagine this rotates.) The team was so friendly and is super passionate about Kansas City and the Westside neighborhood. You can feel like locals go regularly and it's also a special treat to hideaway for a conversation with a friend for catching up. I'll definitely be back and it's a wonderful place to bring out of towners.

Great views Exotic drinks…read moreGo at least once and enjoy the views It's an experience. Greeted downstairs and then you wait until you're called to the rooftop.

This was a fun experience! Entrance is around the corner…read morefrom where the uber dropped me. The bar is beautiful inside and looking out. Love the wall of bottles. Love the marble bar that also functioned as a charging station!! Wow!! They stat by giving you a shot of a non alcoholic drink to cleanse your palate. I orders the Enfleurage and it was delicious. Then I tried the tiramisu but it was too sweet. I then went to the Pomodoro - ingenious!!! The red on the glass was so creative. Also delicious. We saw little colorful drinks being ordered by others and inquired about it. They were equally creative shots. I got the Titan and tried the Collisto. Both very good. Highly recommend! Want to return in my next trip.

Called ahead to reserve and ended up with a great view, which made the visit. The specialty drinks…read morewere the highlight -- well made and worth the trip on their own. I know this place has a bit of a "hit or miss" reputation, but it wasn't busy at all when we went, and the staff called back promptly to confirm our reservation, which I appreciated. Nice little spot overall. Haven't tried the food yet, but we'll definitely be back to give it a shot.

I have been sitting on this review because Prime Social used to be one of my favorite spots in…read moreKansas City. Sadly, the food quality has really declined, the portions have gotten smaller, and the overall experience just isn't what it used to be. My last visit was the final straw when a very intoxicated man at the bar repeatedly insisted on buying me a drink. I told the bartender I was uncomfortable and did not want him to buy me one, but the bartender went against my wishes. The man then wouldn't leave me alone and berated me, making comments about how "white women like me" are the reason the country is the way it is. He was also extremely racist and disrespectful toward the bartender. A server recognized the situation and offered to get a manager, which I appreciated. They then asked me, loudly and in front of this angry and intoxicated man, if I wanted him kicked out. This put me in a situation that felt unsafe. Putting a customer in that position was incredibly unprofessional, especially when I had already made it clear that I felt uncomfortable. The bartender even said, "It's OK, he's here all the time." The fact that the response was essentially that his behavior was okay because he was a regular made the situation even more disappointing. After years of genuinely loving this place, I'm disappointed to say that between the decline in food quality and how this situation was handled, I won't be returning.