This is the most thoughtful restaurant in the KC area right now. The ambience is a lovely Japanese…read morefarmhouse feel and the attention to detail is clear throughout the restaurant. Every menu item feels very intentional and well executed. The offerings on the cocktail menu are fabulous. Both the ube and lychee cocktails are delicious. My partner and his mom both had a sake flight, each offering was delicious and different in offering. If you like sake you will definitely find one you like with this flight! They both ended up liking a yuzu sake and split a bottle, the finish was sweet, crisp and perfect for the Kansas City heat. I started with an espresso martini, the coffee flavor was strong and sweet and I was a fan! During our meal I opted for a martini corner dirty vodka martini and as a dirty martini enthusiast I was very pleased and will continue to recommend! I finished off with a matcha martini that was sweet, creamy and smooth and paired perfectly with our tempura banana! Speaking of food, the star of the show, we genuinely had only good bites here as usual. We sat at the bar on the corner, it was a nice seat that captured the energy of the restaurant, busy but somehow tranquil. Our bartender was great as well as all the staff behind the bar and host stand! I especially appreciate the patience of our bartender, we came and ordered many rounds of small plates, (you should do the same!) and he was nothing but enthusiastic and helpful. To start we had some furikake fries and shishito peppers. There are a lot of exciting and multilayed dishes on the menu, I think these two humble sides though really pack a punch and show that everything on the menu brings it's A game. From there the food ordering escalated as everyone in my group was over the top excited. The stand outs for me were, the dry aged salmon nigiri, the toro hand roll, the crab apple roll and my group was especially blown away by the scallops and are still talking about them a week later! Noka is in my opinion, really bringing a new level of dining to Kansas City. I'm not over stating it to say it is one of a kind in this city and everyone should try to get in.

My husband and I visited Noka for our anniversary, and from the moment we sat down, it felt like an…read moreexperience rather than just dinner. First, the aesthetics are an easy 11/10. Every detail feels intentional, from the plating and presentation to the atmosphere itself. As someone who appreciates design, Noka absolutely delivers. Food-wise, there were two undeniable stars of the night: * Wagyu Nigiri (100/10) - One of the best bites I've ever had. Rich, buttery, perfectly balanced, and worth ordering every single time. * Crab Campanelli (11/10) - Absolutely incredible. Comfort food elevated to fine dining quality. If I came back tomorrow, I'd order this again without hesitation. Other highlights: * Filet (10/10) - Beautifully cooked, incredibly flavorful, and paired with perfectly prepared bok choy. Everything on the plate felt intentional. * Night Market Wings (8.5/10) - The quality was excellent. The sweet heat profile just wasn't exactly my personal preference, but that's purely subjective. If you enjoy spicy food with a lingering, slightly numbing heat, you'll probably love these. * Shrimp Tempura Roll (8/10) - Very good and executed well. * Tuna Roll (7/10) - Good, but it was the least memorable item compared to some of the standout dishes we ordered. Noka excels at creating a complete dining experience. Beautiful atmosphere, thoughtful presentation, excellent service, and several dishes that genuinely surprised us. For a special occasion, date night, or anyone looking for an elevated dining experience in Kansas City, it's absolutely worth a visit.

Our entire family had dinner at Yard House and had a great experience. The atmosphere was lively…read moreand welcoming, making it a great place for a family meal. Our server was friendly, attentive, and made sure we had everything we needed throughout our visit. The food was excellent, and everyone in our group enjoyed their meals. Between the great service, enjoyable atmosphere, and quality food, we left very happy. We would definitely return the next time we're in the area.

Needed a place to watch the Belmont race…read more Seated at a high top as the bar as it was the only 3 spaces together Service was meh Cocktail were meh Apps were meh They had the race on that was a plus Paid the bill and departed for a more robust cocktail bar.

great watermelon margarita, so refreshing. great happy hour options. bruschetta was also delicious.read more

For over 40 years, I've been a professional chef and food critic, and my husband and I have…read moretraveled extensively, dining at restaurants and experiencing cuisines from around the world. While exceptional food is always memorable, what truly sets a restaurant apart is outstanding hospitality and customer service. During our visit to Bristol, one person made our experience unforgettable: General Manager Brittany Padillas. I was excited to try the Lobster and Crab Roll, but I have a severe allergy to crab while lobster is perfectly safe for me. I asked our server, Ryan, if it would be possible to prepare the roll without the crab. He told me confidently that it couldn't be done because the lobster and crab were already premixed I asked if he could possibly ask someone and he said no. I was quite disappointed because I really wanted to try their roll. Although I suspected there might be another way, I didn't want to make an issue of it, so I simply accepted his answer with reluctance. A few moments later, as I was walking to the restroom, I happened to meet Brittany Padillas, GM for Bristol, She warmly asked how everything was, and I told her our meal had been wonderful except that I wasn't able to order the Lobster and Crab Roll because of my crab allergy. I explained what our server Ryan had stated. Without hesitation, she responded, "We absolutely could have accommodated you." She explained that the kitchen could prepare a fresh lobster roll without the crab. She asked if my husband and I had about 10 minutes to wait before leaving, and of course we gladly did. A short time later, Brittany personally brought me the most delicious, fresh, warm lobster roll I have ever eaten. It was absolutely outstanding. I was so impressed. What impressed me even more than the food was Brittany's attitude. The word "no" simply doesn't seem to exist in her customer service vocabulary. She genuinely cares about every guest's experience and goes above and beyond to make things right. Her professionalism, leadership, compassion, and commitment to excellence are exactly what every General Manager should strive for. As someone who has spent more than four decades in the culinary industry, and a professional food critic I can confidently say that Brittany Padillas is one of the finest General Managers I've ever encountered. Her hospitality is exceptional, her dedication is genuine, and she represents Bristol with the highest level of excellence. Thank you, Brittany, for turning what could have been a disappointment into one of the highlights of our dining experiences. Because of you, we will absolutely be back when we are in town and I highly recommend Bristol to anyone looking for not only outstanding food but world-class customer service. So yes it's possible to get a "Lobster Crab Roll without the crab or maybe without the lobster" just ask Brittany!

If you are looking for some stellar Italian with a touch of Greek options-- look no further than…read moreEnzo! We ordered the Eggplant Frito-- fried eggplant-- appetizer, and it was both plentiful and delicious and loved the aioli pesto! Also chose a small bowl of Italian sausage and artichoke soup-- splendid seasoning and spices! Followed that with the Ragazza lasagna which was hot, cheesy, and delicious! We sat on the patio area which pleasant on a warm summer evening and were well treated my the staff! A delightful tip from a local!! And a spot we would recommend to others and return to on another trip to the city!

Ambiance was amazing, my fiancé and I were able to chit chat while also observing the restaurant…read morewith little to none disruptions. We came during a "shift switch" if you may, and were seated with a PM server. It did take, more than I would consider "normal" to be greated, but the rest made up for that. She did do an amazing job of checking-in and providing water refills along with asking if we would need alcoholic refills. Overall I would 100% recommend this spot to someone else. Their sister restaurant Ragazza is just as amazing. Cheer!