I promised I'd update once I got a chance to try the food. I stopped by again and managed to sneak in during a lull - I thought I'd missed the lunch rush but as I was there the place filled up again - and by 2pm it was full of diners. Clearly, they are doing something right. I know I'm in the minority here that this place isn't 5 stars for me. Don't get me wrong - it's REALLY GOOD - it just is missing that last little piece of perfection. It was a chilly day so I started out with the Tomato Bisque soup per my server's recommendation. It was very good. Just not knock-your-socks-off delicious. I'd agree with others who say to request your bread be warmed or toasted. I was expecting more of a crusty-on-the-outside-soft-on-the-inside baguette, but it was just kinda soft throughout. My entrée - the Salmon Nicoise - was excellent. THIS was the type of meal I had hoped for. I couldn't leave without trying one of the desserts, so I ordered the Lemon Curd tart. It was very... lemon curd-y. I was hoping for a more delicate lemon flavor/texture, or maybe more balance from the crust. But that could be my fault for expecting more of a lemon tart than a lemon curd tart. I wasn't blown away, but overall, it was a pleasant experience. I have no complaints on the service or the food. I'd go back. I'd take friends. I want to try more of the menu, too. read more

Tailleur - Dining by the bar - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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I really wanted to love this place. The ambiance is very cute. However, it is quickly ruined by the loud pop music. Playing something that has a French flair would be better suited to the experience. Now, the food. It was alright. We ordered an appetizer, shared an entire, and a dessert. We were left a bit disappointed after each course. For the price, there are better French places (Cafe Provence) in KC. read more

This is one of my favorite special occasion spots in town. (Although please don't let that stop you from making it a regular place to go! It's worth it!) The service is impeccable. I haven't had anything on the menu that I didn't like, though the risotto is my favorite. The desserts are from the Russell I believe, and they are always perfection. A wonderful atmosphere and ambience. Perfect date night spot with gal pals or significant others. read more

Tailleur - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

While searching on Yelp for the yearly birthday dinner, I happened upon a new listing.... And when I read of the connection to The Russell, well, destiny was sealed. You would have to be looking for the blue interior while on Main for it to catch your eye. An unassuming front, but it nevertheless draws you in. The gold font on the windows is beautiful. We entered through the private parking access, and was able to take in the most charming patio I had ever seen. There was the feel of an English Manor with so much to look at , but still perfectly curated. The tables were a squeeze with 5 , but allowed for an intimate, relaxed setting. The sunshine poured through the front windows, while the dark walls, and wood paneling kept it cozy. Our waiter was attentive without being overbearing. The drinks stayed filled, the flow of dishes was perfectly timed. Apps ordered: Bread basket. The herb butter was AMAZING. Beef Tartare. Lacked just a touch of sea salt for the top. The flavors were there. Mains: Salmon with Polenta. I have had my share of Salmon throughout my life. This Salmon was a "show stopper". The exterior crispy bits, the bit of browned butter flavor, the perfect blush interior..... absolutely amazing. Aus Jus Sandwich. The Aus Jus was dressed with a horseradish spread, and begged to be dunked in the perfect bowl of broth that accompanied it. Dessert: Get the dessert trio. Live a little, you won't regret a bite. Pot De Creme- smoked sea salt- so good. Lemon Tart- tart and yummy, crust a little heavy. Dark Chocolate - just a hint of almond. read more

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Wow what an experience from just stepping in the door! We were immediately greeted and sat. Service was immediately at our table with water glasses. Great recommendations - several staff members checking on us throughout the meal. The atmosphere is absolutely gorgeous and cozy. The menu is limited but what fabulous options. I chose the lunch bacon and cheese quiche with their tomato bisque soup and wow!!! I'm not a soup person but now I might be a soup person and am craving it as we speak. read more

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The decor and cleanliness of this restaurant is a definite gem for KC. They also offer free validated parking for up to six hours in their back parking lot. The host was accommodating and friendly as well. Service was a bit lacking when we ate, some plates were not brought out or silverware but it was quickly rectified once we asked. The standout dish for me was the fries, I would highly recommend as they do it well here. We ordered the focaccia which was just a bit harder than I would have preferred on the outside, a duck with fries entree, scallops, and a carrot cake for dessert. The duck seemed a bit overcooked and the carrot cake came out colder than we anticipated. The scallops dish was solid and had nicely balanced grits. The cocktails were done very well. Overall, for the price point, I didn't feel that the dishes were a must have for me to come back. However I do appreciate the curated atmosphere and the fries. read more

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I rarely feel compelled to leave a review, but I couldn't not share my experience at this place and give them all the praise they deserve. Ambiance: Had me before I even walked into the place. The back patio is gorgeous. Doesn't feel like you're in Kansas City, more like you're vacationing in some quaint European town. Walked in and was in awe by the indoor ambiance and design as well. So much so I looked up the designer afterwards. Food: So good that I will be back many times to try as many things on the menu as I can. We went to sit outside and drink coffees and grab a bite, but will definitely be back for a full meal and dessert. I had the charcuterie board and it was so good. 3 cheeses, 2 meets, grapes, hummus, and some sort of pickle. We also tried the beef tartare for the first time and loved it. Service: Can't say enough good things about the service here. Wow. We didn't have a reservation and wanted to sit outside on the patio (it was 59 degrees and the sun was going down soon so they didn't have it open when we arrived). They opened the patio and even turned on a heat lamp for us. We were the only table out there and were there for almost 4 hours reading and working on things while we sipped our coffees and picked from the delicious charcuterie. Our server, I wish I remembered her name but I can't, was incredible. Kept our coffee cups full and made sure we were comfortable and well taken care of. Another man came out a few times to check on us and make sure we were taken care of as well, maybe the manager. He was great, too. The hostess was so great as well. I was blown away. Will be back many, many times! read more

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Get a reservation and get it early as we were over a week out and snagged a 4:30... yes 4:30. But wow just wow. Set up adorably with tight seating but you don't feel swished. There is also seating upstairs and appears once the weather is consistent on the patio as well. Mussels are highly recommend as an appetizer- delicious!! I had the French dip sandwich and fries. Shoestring fries and crunchy bread for the dip...yummmmm We WIlL be back!!! read more

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We came in on an extremely busy night. Had a reservation and was seated immediately. Everything from food, to wine, to ambiance is phenomenal. Our server seemed overwhelmed at times but held up service to an amazing degree. He was clearly spread very thin but that didn't stop him from creating an experience. Chef Jeff has cultivated an incredible menu. We ordered around 80% of the offered menu. Perfection. We will definitely be back more often than not. read more

We went for high tea. The food was good, the pastries were good, the tea was ok. The service was good. For $75 and gratuity automatically included, I would have expected more than a couple of small finger sandwiches and 4-5 different bite-size pastries. I would have gladly paid for a full meal for that price, but not a snack. When we asked if we could have more, the waitress said she would see what the charge would be. It was not the "great" experience it proclaimed to be. I felt cheated when I left. Never again. read more

Was so pleasantly surprised by this place!! I had never heard of it until a friend suggested it, and I'm so glad she did. My husband and I ate so well, and the wine menu was spectacular (and our server gave us great suggestions too). Plus, I'm in love with the decor and ambiance (maybe one day I'll be able to recreate such an aesthetic at my house?!) read more

We visited here a few weeks ago for high tea and it was exactly as wonderful as we hoped. The tea tasted amazing, the menu options were fun and festive. The butter croissants were so delicious we took home more. We wanted to sit in the bottom floor seating area and they accommodated us. Our waitress was timely with everything and attentive. The decor was fun for the holidays too! The lighting was a little dark for it being so early in the day but it was a date and my husband and I enjoyed it very much. Would recommend! read more

Tailleur - Tea for two - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Pork shank is Ah-maz-ing. Our server, Adam was fantastic and offered great suggestions. Lovely place. Can't wait to go back next time I'm in KC. read more

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From ambiance, to the wait staff, creativity on the menu with food AND drinks, and then the food itself... this is a must try. We most definitely will be back! read more

Tailleur - Duck and Frites! Absolutely amazing! - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Ugh so so good. Bummed we live so far away. Was in town for thanksgiving and decided to do a date night without the kiddos. The decor is incredible, the open kitchen vibe with glass paneling to show off their desserts was a treat for the eyes. Our table ordered mussels & bread to start. If you like mussels you have to get them, and bread to soak up the delicious broth. I had the scallops which were seared perfectly atop of Parmesan risotto. My guy had the pork chop, our guests had the veal & the lamb. All were 10/10. We will definitely be back here next time we visit. Unfortunately my photos are lacking because we couldn't wait to dive in. read more

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I'm not going to write anything that you won't have already read related to how wonderful this restaurant is. What I will add is that you if you have the occasion to be there on a summer evening, please do dine alfresco. read more

Tonight we tried a new place, after seeing this in the KC list of top restaurants. We are big fans of other top-rated restaurants on the list. The GM was friendly and welcoming, they have worked hard on the decor. We took the recommendations to try baked brie and mussels. Neither were inspired, the mussels were terrible (we didn't eat them). We then chose to play it safe with the filet dinner option- this was ok, not great. The carrot cake was ok, our kids liked the macarons. Our waitress was absent for long periods of time. This isn't a place we will return to. We expect more from the KC Magazine top-rated list. read more

Wow this place is top tier! The food was great quality and tasted even better! The upstairs was a little louder because of large parties but the downstairs was amazing for smaller parties! The host was extremely accommodating to our likings and our waitress was very kind and made our time at Tailleur even more enjoyable! read more

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Great environment for large groups. Servers are knowledgeable and able to provide great recommendations. Gnocchi with salmon was a great dinner choice. read more

Very classy and cozy atmosphere. Food is handled with precision and delicious. Staff is very courteous and informative . Love the eclectic vibe. Desserts are top notch - especially enjoyed the lemon tart and the fruit crisp. read more

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I just had the absolute best French dip ever. The meat was tender, the the bun was MOUTH WATERING, the fries--impeccable. To top everything off, the server (Kyla) was absolutely amazing. She made amazing recommendations and was so intelligent about every wine I asked about. She was the best server I have had out of all of the places I've tried in Kansas City. The ambiance made me feel instantly in awe-- it's BEAUTIFUL here. The decorations were so cool. Def a great date spot! I will be returning-- keep up the great work to all the staff at Tailleur. read more

Tailleur - French dip on the patio - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

BBQ gets a lot of attention in KC but they are quietly building a tremendous French cuisine scene. Tailleur is one of the great notable options. The atmosphere is fantastic, the servers are very knowledgably, and the desserts are out of this world. If I were to make one some recommendations, I would say to start off your dinner with the Mussels, which come with an absolutely mouth-watering broth of onions and peppers that pair perfectly with their toasted bread. Lastly, you HAVE to sample their desserts and I strongly recommend getting their dessert trio for $25. Even if you have a table for 4 or 5, it is more than enough. read more

There's nothing not to like. The mise en scene is straight outta the lacrosse team fundraiser, yet it's oddly embracing. The food is unpretentious and delectable French cooking. The servers...well, I've never been disappointed. Wines are well curated. Go! Enjoy! read more

Your next night out is at Tailleur for dinner and its sister Cheval for drinks . We've been loving on the oh so popular Parisian TAILLEUR for the past couple of years. With its beautiful midtown equestrian-inspired dining room, European bistro menu (get the Bread Basket, the Pork Shank, and ANYTHING on the seasonal menu), and insane collection of baked goods (best Bread Pudding ever), it's become a go to for gatherings of all kinds. Recently, its cocktail-slinging sister, CHEVAL, opened up directly across the street, creating the perfect night out pairing. This stunning intimate space is another nod to French decor, serving small plates, craft cocktails (order the Barbados Sour ), and all the moody candlelit goodness. It's a great spot to stop before or after your across the street reservation (yes, you're gonna want that), but it still serves as a stand-alone destination too. And word on the street is that another concept, Enchante will be joining the family soon, baking up those delicious desserts in their own home. read more

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Entering through a back door of a restaurant doesn't normally feel very special but that's not the case with Tailleur. The back patio is inviting with plants with touches of antiques. As I walked in, my eyes delighted in all the rich colors and decor. We were escorted upstairs to our table. While waiting for our server, I had a hard time focusing on the menu due to all the wonderful antiques and whimsical touches such as polo mallets on the wall. I felt like I was in someone's grandmother's fancy home for dinner with all the good silver polished and out for display.. Now focused on the menu, I first ordered a refreshing cocktail garnished with fruit. My beet salad was rich with flavorful charred garlic goat cheese and pistachios on a bed of seasoned greens. It left me wanting more especially since goat cheese is one of my favorites. My entree of scallop risotto put a smile on my face. The pan seared scallops were tender and melted in my mouth. While I wanted to leave a clean plate, I knew I had to pace myself if I wanted to enjoy dessert. For desert, I choose the bread pudding which was a perfect mix of crispy edges and soft gooey middle of sweetness. Now I was beyond full and wished we could just linger a bit longer to enjoy the ambiance but we were off to the Kauffman for a fun performance of the KC Symphony covering the music of Queen. read more

Go there! Great atmosphere. Very friendly service. Excellent food! Couldn't have enjoyed the experience more. Will definitely be back!

This place was so good! The street car construction made it a little difficult to get to but don't let it keep you away because the food is worth it!! Adorable seating and super friendly service. I got the gnocchi with chicken and the sauce was divine. My husband ordered the pork shank and loved it! read more

The scallops risotto were excellent. The scallops were cooked just right. Had the crust on the outside and creamy in the middle.

I called when making reservations on my friend's birthday which also happened to be Halloween to ask if we should reserve upstairs or down. She said up and that they would make note of the birthday celebration. When we arrived the upstairs was closed because it wasn't busy and only 2 waiters were working but not a peep about the birthday which was disappointing. I loved the ambiance of the place. The bread offering was good but a little spendy for bread. The whipped ricotta was delicious. We actually changed our mind right after ordering bread and said we wanted the ricotta so didn't need both but the waiter said the bread order was already in so didn't love that from a service perspective. As far as food goes everyone loved their meals except me. I ordered the French dip and it was not overwhelming. The meat was well done and a little on the tough side. The fries were great. Overall it was an ok experience but I would be open to giving it another shot. They have a lovely patio so maybe in the spring. read more

Tailleur - Bread bowl for 4 - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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If I could give this place more than 5 stars I would. Chris runs a genuine French cuisine spot with fantastic attention to detail and service that is second to none. Kyla was an amazing waitress who went above and beyond to make it a memorable 1st time experience. The ambiance here is palpable and it truly does give the feel of an authentic French atmosphere. HIGHLY RECOMMEND read more

Tailleur - Outside dining patio - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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I came here with a group of girlfriends last weekend for brunch. It is such a cute restaurant with a lovely atmosphere. Parking was easy, since there was a parking lot behind the restaurant. We had a reservation, but the restaurant was mostly empty at 11am on a Saturday. One slight downside was there was no brunch menu for food or drinks. Also, the prices were on the higher end. However, the service was great and the food was good. The portion sizes were generous as well. I tried the quiche of the day with a side of tomato bisque. I would like to come back for a special celebration dinner sometime, as some of the other menu items looked incredible! read more

Tailleur - Butternut squash quiche with a side of tomato bisque - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

The tuna tartare appetizer is phenomenal. Incredibly gluten free friendly and accommodating. Their gluten free bread top notch.

We were looking for a place to have a celebration dinner and stumbled upon Tailleur. They recommended having reservations, so we made ours the day before and were able to snag a time that worked for us, but you could tell they were filling up quickly. Parking is in a little lot behind the restaurant and you can either walk around to the front door, or there is a back door, which we used, but you have to walk through the lower dining room to get to the hostess stand. With our reservation we were taken to the 2nd floor dining room and seated immediately. The seating was comfortable and spacious and the decor was very on theme. Our server took a couple minutes to explain the menu to us and took our drink order. I tried the lemon Spritz, which is limoncello and prosecco. It was a little tart, but very good. For my entree I ordered their seasonal grilled peach salad - greens, basil, grilled peaches, blue cheese, avocado, crispy prosciutto, and balsamic vinaigrette. For extra protein I added salmon. The flavors balanced well and I was especially fond of the crispy prosciutto. The saltiness of that really.played well with the sweet peaches and tangy blue cheese. For dessert we ordered the apple crumble. It was served warm with a scoop of ice cream on top. It was decadent and super spice forward. It really felt like autumn in a dish. read more

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Consistently a very lovely experience Great wine list Great service-Stephanie - I think - everyone This place is beautiful Great food that fills your soul Fantastic value too- pretty impressive read more

Very classy establishment in upcoming area. Impressive pastry/dessert bar. I really loved the interior decor. Lots of seating with a second floor. Service was fast and attentive. Menu had a good variety and changes seasonally . read more

Had dinner on Saturday evening. High quality experience. Service was on point. Food was perfect. We tried their specialty cocktail; Mexican Firing Squad, also very good. Really cool vintage interior. read more

Tailleur - Roasted Half Chicken - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Was very disappointed and won't be back. I ordered the scallops, and they had no golden crust on them. The Brussels were so salty and soggy it was like they gave me a stew. My date got the duck and it wasn't cooked right either. The layer of fat was soft and raw. Duck should never be served this way. The wait staff wasn't attentive. We had no silverware when we got our food. Then she didn't even return to ask how our food was. We sent back the scallops and at least ten minutes later the manager comes over and offers me the burger. The food wasn't properly prepared and over seasoned. I literally left hungry and won't go back. Utterly disappointing. read more

Absolutely adored this hidden gem. Love the decor, the quaint vibe, friendly staff, aroma of baking bread. Approachable wine list with various price points, thank you! The mussels appetizer was very good and the pork shank crushed it. Surprised me as it's not something I would typically order but the flavor was divine and the presentation amazing. The only reason I didn't go full five stars is the staff got a bit behind after the first course and we started lagging waiting on the food and bill especially. I will be back and again, everything felt so welcoming and the attention to culinary detail was impressive! read more

Tailleur - Pork shank dinner entree - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Requested to be taken to Tailleur for my birthday lunch. Went Saturday and the service and food was over the top! I loved my scallop rissotto but my sisters duck took first place. I think that's my next order and of course that pork shank is out of this world!!! We all loved the atmosphere, food and server Sophie!!! My new KC favorite restaurant!!! read more

Tailleur - Plus the dessert!!! - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

I have been doing reviews for many years, I have only given a 1 star rating, twice and NEVER for a dine-in restaurant. I am pained to write this, but I am more pained by my experience. This is one of the few times where I can say the words I have cannot express my disappointment at the experience or how I felt during the experience. It is hard to you aren't being treated differently based on race when you look around and that is the only difference between you, the staff, and patrons. It's also hard to reconcile the connection to the Russell where we have had great experiences. They really need to take an assessment of the staff here. My dining partner made reservations for this location about a week prior to going. We arrived on time. We previously requested patio dining, but it rained so all reservations were moved inside. Adjustments had to be made, understandable. How they decided who sat where at that point is a mystery. We requested upstairs seating, but we were told it was reserved for groups of 4 or more. The guy at the front (wearing a gray shirt and jeans, so I am assuming Asst. Manager) looks around for a table and then sat us at a bistro table at the front, despite open seats upstairs. This table is smack dab in front of the register and right near the front door. We sat down and then my partner calls the manager over and requested to be moved to a different table once another party vacated. The manager looks around and gave like a shoulder shrug of sorts but never said anything and never came back. We are sitting there for almost 15 minutes, no waiter, no water, no utensils, just a menu. We are by the register and at the front so we can easily be seen and yet we were overlooked. I notice another patron stop a waiter, so I tell my dining partner, "Oh, maybe we are supposed to let them know we are ready." We get the waiters attention, he apologizes, says, man, they put you all at the least ideal table. We place orders for wine, appetizer, and dinner at once. About 8-10 minutes later our wine comes. This is important because where we are seated is where they pour the wine, I captured a picture. There is no reason it took that long. Our waiter was behind the counter, there were others back there, talking! Finally he pours. At this time another two-party group vacates a table. I see the manager look at it, look at us, we wait. He says nothing. We wait. Finally, I got up and say, "hey, the table is now empty, and we requested to be moved." he turns to me and says, "we have reservations and we have to seat them." I respond by saying, "We also had reservations and we made the request to be moved." he says, "well that was the table I had for you all when you made your reservation." I said no, that's not accurate, before I could finish, he says "oh yeah, oh yeah I'll see what I can do. He walks away. He then sat a new two-person couple down, never walked back to our table, never said anything else to us. His eyes avoided our area. Then a two-person couple without a reservation (we hear everything in this spot, and everyone walks past us) comes and requests to be seated upstairs. The manager guy says okay! My dining partner looks at me and says, "did I just hear what I thought I heard?" We are floored! but we say nothing, we just wanted to get through our meal. Our appetizer comes out. The waiter fills up my partners water glass and I kid you not, he walked away. He never poured me water. I just put my head in hand and my partner prepares to the tell the waiter, but I say, "don't worry about it." Our food comes out a later, waiter sets it down and begins to walk away. I say, "we do not have utensils." He says oh I guess you do need that to eat, huh? Our wine is long gone and are eating our food and we realize that the waiter has been going to other tables but never comes back to ours. We had to flag him down again for another order of wine. He was apologetic like the first several times, but it's hard ignoring the fact that we see him being attentive to other patrons just not us. Then, one of the patrons gets up and begins talking with our waiter at the register area. The guy like basically wedges himself between the counter and my partner's seat. The photo shows the opening space and if you see how the picture is, you can tell that we are seated right THERE! I was flabbergasted. The waiter at no time tells the patron, "I'll come to your table," or "let's move down a bit" "or let's move to the other counter near the desserts." NOTHING!! They talk about some coupon or discount code the guy has and wanted to use. I was pissed at this point! I finally say, "do they just not care that we are seated here!" They look at us and almost simultaneously say. "oh, sorry," We see more two- and three-party groups get seated upstairs, many with no reservations! The food was good, no complaints there. And it is a gorgeous space. I just cannot support a place that doesn't want me there read more

Tailleur - Bakeries Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri