Last minute 9pm reservation on a Friday for the Chef's Counter:…read moreUpon walking in the counter was still occupied with the previous reservation, the host walked us over to the "waiting counter" which is standing table bench along the staircase. We were served cocktails and our oyster platter there and were able to enjoy them before we were seated for our main dinning experience. The oysters were a beautiful curation of West and East coast selections and were served with a red wine vinegar mignonette and a seasonal Serrano ginger lime tincture which paired beautifully with our west coast selections. The cocktails to start were the pineapple sage margarita, and a saffron infused manhattan. The flavors were crispy, sweet, and paired well with the oysters. Once the counter was open we promptly sat and were straight into the Chef bites, a few glasses of white wine (Riesling and the pino gris) and our first course. We enjoyed a curated round of small bites Chef prepared through out the meal, charred steelhead trout with a belly tartar (beautiful smoky flavors combined with the homemade aioli and fatty belly was the favorite bite of the night) we enjoyed a crispy skin grouper cheek in a dashi and daikon broth, red Argentina shrimp on a toasted bread point with homemade lemon ricotta, and the sweet end to our meal with an avocado ice cream with chicharrone crumbs) The small plates we enjoyed were the stone fruit salad (the arugula had an amazing bite to it and paired well with the honey and the toasted nuts) the fruit was perfectly ripe and sweetened the deal. The yellow tail crudo was fresh and had deliciously soft edamame. The frito miso was a suggestion from our waitress since the mussels were out of stock, we were most pleased! It was light fried fish, caramel and vinegar dressed greens that balanced out the oiliness of the dish, and everything was a light crispy fry, highly recommend! The octopus was perfectly cooked, nice char, and paired well with the white beans and the crispy potatoes. The star of the entrees we had was the risotto, kindly made by just a 19yr old aspiring chef. She made it perfectly cooked, wonderfully seasoned, and the fish had a crispy sear with a black pepper finish that elevated the dish beyond expectations. Overall the food, atmosphere, the chefs, and the curated small bites were just the perfect balance of fine dining and small town hospitality. Will be coming back for those mussels soon!

Wonderful service from the second you walk in! Very small and intimate dining. Amazing food!read more

A colleague and I stopped in for a quick lunch right as they opened, and the empty dining room had…read moreme a little unsure at first. We sat at the bar, looked over the menu, and I went with the lunch special crawfish and shrimp boil. Great choice. The portion was solid six large crawfish, about a dozen shrimp, corn, potato, and a hard-boiled egg all hot and flavorful. I went with medium spice, but next time I'd try the Cajun seasoning for more kick. If you want a quick, affordable lunch that actually fills you up, Dancing Crab is worth it.

Can't brag on this place enough from the decor in the building to the seasonings on our boils…read moreeverything was perfect . Our waitress was very sweet. I ordered two of the lunch special boils one with crab one with crawfish both shrimp added all seasonings mixed with mild flavor and they were perfect my only complain is the crab legs weren't as meaty as i expected other than that everything was perfect

So sad this restaurant is closed. The best seafood boil bags in Kansas and Missouri. The seasoning…read morewas the best and the workers were always so pleasant! They will be missed. I guess I'll start making my own.

5 stars because Seafood Island was exactly what I expected and they did that well. My husband and I…read moretried Seafood Island on a whim because neither of us could decide what we wanted on a Saturday evening with zero reservations anywhere. We walked in and were greeted and sat immediately. The restaurant is huge, appears clean, and leans pretty hard into the seafood / casual fun / piratey vibe. It seemed decently busy (10ish tables when we got in), but the restaurant is so big it'll probably never appear packed. Our server said hello, got our drink orders right away and gave us a few minutes to go over the menu. My husband ordered the Combo G, house special, mild and I ordered the Combo B, house special, medium. Our orders came in about 20 minutes and they were piping hot. We both really enjoyed the food. I thought the seasoning was great, the medium spice was perfectly medium. We both thought the seafood was cooked/timed well. The shells peeled right off without sticking. This isn't fine dining, but it is a good, fast seafood boil. All in all, it was a good experience. We will come back.

Amazing. Simply amazing. I work in the Subtropolis every few months and stay at a nearby casino …read more.. but I drive the half hour to eat at Jarocho. I would trade a family member for their Grilled Stuffed Oysters. Their Spanish octopus or ANY of their caldos (the shrimp is my fave) i might as well. Their best people. The most amazing food. Delightful and wonderful and amazing. My only complaint? Been working here for three years and only starting coming 6 months ago. A "DO NOT MISS" restaurant in KC.

Fantastic Seafood, Casual Atmosphere. Parking is wonky if you are arriving from Kansas Ave. The…read moreparking lot around the restaurant is off of a north bound one way street. My Google maps looped me around so I didn't brake any laws or fenders.... The restaurant interior hasn't been updated, which is totally fine because the prices are great for the caliber of the food. The service is casual, but attentive. Jarocho has a full bar and an extensive Tequila and Mezcal selection. We started with a half dozen raw oysters and the Grilled Baby Octopus. The Grilled baby Octopus was So Good!! For dinner we shared the Seafood Paella and the fish of the day. The fish was a whole Pompamo which was scored, then fried. Delicious!

After driving 10 hours from Texas we were tired and HANGRY!! A short Yelp search had us heading to…read morea quaint little village in Missouri! Tucked away in a cute shopping district is Penny's! We had no idea what we were walking in to but I am so happy to have found it! As you walk up you are greated by colorful upside down umbrellas with flowers inside, the water feature and the outside dinning! If it wasn't so hot I would have demanded sitting on the patio! As we were promptly seated in started hearing a "tink tink" sound and looked up. Yall!! The cutest glass hummingbirds were hanging from the ceiling. It was stunning!! Ok, the food!!! I had the crab fried rice which my husband had to help me finish because it was a huge amount! Share if you can but with the understanding you might fight over the last bite. If you still have room after dinner get the butter cake! Ladies, it is worth the calories! The waiter was prompt and had us with drinks in no time! This is an absolute do again if we are ever in the area!

Stepping through the doors of Penny's In The Village feels like slipping away from the familiar…read moreshores of the everyday and navigating a deeper, far more mesmerizing current. To have this exquisite sanctuary within mere walking distance of our front door feels like discovering a secret coordinate on an old traveler's map. It is a place that exerts an irresistible pull, anchoring itself as the absolute perfect destination for an intimate, romantic date night or a lively, laughter-filled evening meeting up with friends. There is a brilliant, transportive alchemy at work here, transforming a casual stroll through our neighborhood into a deliberate departure from the ordinary, where the modern world gently recedes into the background. The atmosphere is utterly on point, evoking the hauntingly beautiful, slow-burning elegance of a French colonial-era brasserie tucked away in the humid heart of Southeast Asia. There is a distinct, poetic nod to the writing of Joseph Conrad within these walls--a deliberate, masterful play of light and shadow that makes the space feel alive with a quiet, brooding mystery. It feels as though you have stepped off a river steamer and into a candlelit haven of rich textures, whirring fans, and lush greenery, where the air is thick with romance and the intoxicating charm of another era. Whether you are seated inside amidst the intimate, atmospheric glow or outside on the terrace watching the twilight deepen like the slow approach of a great, untamed evening sky, the setting holds you completely spellbound. The culinary journey matches this evocative allure step for step, navigating the menu with the flawless precision of an experienced captain. Having explored nearly every offering they have to craft, I can say with absolute certainty that the kitchen never misses its mark. Each dish arrives as a beautiful revelation, a sharp contrast of vibrant flavors and impeccable execution that satisfies something primal and deep within the palate. Penny's doesn't just serve a meal; they curate an experience that lingers in the memory long after the final plates are cleared. It is a rare, magnificent gem that brings a profound touch of old-world, literary magic right to the heart of Prairie Village, and we find ourselves endlessly drawn back to its extraordinary shores.

I bookmarked Prima Facie on Yelp quite a while ago, and I finally had the chance to visit for lunch…read morelast week with my mom and mother-in-law. It definitely lived up to the hype! For lunch, we ordered the chicken sandwich with the Greek Goddess dressing, the wedge salad, the beet salad, and the miso soup. Every dish was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. We all enjoyed our meals so much that I brought my family and friends back for dinner just a few days later. The dinner menu is definitely pricier than lunch, but it was absolutely worth it. We ordered the Bistro steak, pork chop, and free-range chicken, and every entrée was cooked perfectly. The flavors were creative, balanced, and absolutely phenomenal. The drinks were also excellent, and the service was attentive and friendly. The ambiance truly completes the experience. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, and having a live piano player during dinner adds such a warm, elegant touch. We loved everything about Prima Facie and are already looking forward to bringing more family and friends to enjoy this wonderful restaurant. Highly recommended!

Solid place to grab a cocktail and appetizer!…read more I met a friend here for Happy Hour on a crazy hot Friday afternoon. I had a Cosmo and she had a gin cocktail. We ordered the mussels, fries and tuna tartare. Everything was wonderful but a special shoutout goes to the grilled bread/delicious sauce situation that came with the mussels. Chef's kiss! The fries were crinkle cut and well seasoned and piping hot. The tartare was ice cold and very flavorful. All in all, a great spot to catch up and nosh. Highly recommend!

Writing this review to change the algorithm so out of towners / foreigners can avoid this place…read more They charge the automatic 20% tariff/tax/tip as if you couldn't figure out how to do American math. Food was good. Shrimp tostada was really good as were the tacos. Service was spotty. They charge for chips and salsa. Even if they drop the local tip unlikely to go back. Tired of the expected tip without anything to really show of service besides the basics. Girl behind bar was bored. Made no attempt to be social or interactive. Bartender with long beard pleasant and interactive with other guests.

Sat at the indoor bar between jobs- This place is so much bigger on the inside! Gorgeous interior…read moreand attentive staff. Loved the oysters (one of each), and the ceviche of the day (fresh tuna- heaven). The street corn side was great too. Excited to come back and try more dishes!

Had a great meal here this evening. The brisket was fantastic. I had the Mac n cheese and sweet…read morepotato tots. The sides were also delicious. My hubs had the 1/2 fried chicken with the Coleslaw and onion rings for sides. His dinner was fire!! The fried chicken had a perfect batter and fry on it. We took two of their huge cookies home for dessert. I will let you know how they are. Eat here for some tasty food and great service. We will definitely eat here again

Amazing food and owner. Great food and great prices. The owner and staff go out of their way to…read moretake care of you. Ask for Debbie when you go, she is the best. Bill puts love in everyone of his dishes. The bread pudding is delicious