Surprised this place wasn't busier at 6:30 on a Friday. The patio was closed due to rain in the…read moreforecast, and the inside got a little loud -- though that may have just been a few rowdy parties nearby. The chairs are incredibly comfortable, exactly what you'd expect from a restaurant of this caliber. Great wine selection, and the cocktails were excellent. We started with the spinach artichoke dip -- a little on the creamy side, which is a good thing if you like it that way. Served with tortilla chips. I ordered the octopus appetizer as my main. It was perfectly cooked -- slightly crispy without being overdone, which is rare for octopus. The potatoes underneath were a touch underdone for my taste, but the sauce tied everything together nicely. The shrimp and grits were outstanding. The grits were cooked perfectly -- having spent a lot of time in the South, I know good grits when I taste them. The shrimp was crispy on the outside and juicy inside, but the real star was the sauce. My friend said it was described as an avocado sauce, but it had a spicy kick that reminded me almost of Indian food. Service was outstanding. Great place if you're on the plaza and want good quality food or drinks

Very good. Nice atmosphere and good service. I ordered chicken and waffles and the wife ordered…read moretheir salmon. The chicken was perfect, hard to mess up chicken and waffles, I know, but it was still on point. The salmon dish was excellent and flavorful. It is a complex dish with ingredients that are complimentary and a creamy but light sauce that is perfection. It has a heaviness that makes it feel complete. Would return.

As a Chase Sapphire Reserve holder, I knew I had to use my Open Table credit at this gem of a…read morerestaurant during a recent trip to KC. My friend and I made a reservation ahead of time, and I'm glad we did - it's a small space! We started with some hot tea, and I appreciated their selection. We then both proceeded to order identical meals: the house salad with goat cheese and blueberries and the filet de poiv (with fresh broccolini and mashed potatoes). It was SO delicious. Truly, that cut of meat was beyond tender and so, so flavorful. This whole meal felt like SUCH a treat. High recommend

I was in KCMO for the day. After my appointment I made my way downtown for a pre-planned late…read moreafternoon lunch at Room 39. By the time I arrived, I was shaking from hunger and low blood sugar. I mended myself with the Salmon Bowl from the Lunch Menu, as well as great conversation with the staff and another customer who was also sat at the bar. It's a truly homey place in which the vibe is casual but the food exceeds expectations. Everything is scratch made and the menu evolves with the seasonal farm-to-table offerings. Chef Habiger does not stop at regional, seasonal offerings, but also incorporates the best of high-end ingredients such as Rohan Duck raised in upstate New York and Wester Ross Scottish Salmon (IYKYK), the latter of which was the star of my lunch. I want to go back, and feel certain I would be a regular if I lived in the area. I highly recommend you visit when next in KCMO!

Went to Third Street Social with some friends and will definitely be back. The restaurant was…read morepretty busy when we arrived, so we chose to sit at the bar rather than wait for a table near the entrance. We started with the Mini Cheddar Biscuits to share, which come with four biscuits. They were excellent--fluffy on the inside with a slightly crispy exterior. The cheddar flavor hit first, followed by a touch of sweetness from the honey, and the combination worked really well. For my meal, I ordered the Fried Chicken, substituted the mashed potatoes for mac and cheese, and added a side of collard greens. The fried chicken was absolutely amazing, perfectly seasoned and fried. The mac and cheese was rich, creamy, and cheesy with a nice crunch from the breadcrumb topping. The collard greens were some of the best I've ever had. They had a great smoky flavor and were well-seasoned without being overly salty. The only downside to the experience was the service toward the end of our meal. We sat for around 15 minutes waiting for the bartender to come by so we could get drink refills and the check. We eventually had to wave them down, even though they were working right in front of us. Overall, the food was outstanding and easily made up for the minor service issue. I'll definitely be returning to try more of the menu.

They have happy hour in the Lounge-bar every day from 3-6pm. Parking can be challenging as they…read moreonly have a small parking lot on the north side of the restaurant and lots of great restaurants nearby. We parked a block south on 51st Street and walked into the restaurant at 540pm on a Thursday. I ordered half the happy hour menu and my friend ordered a bottle of Moscato and the Ribeye. He smiled and said half price wine! Our server was attentive, but he ordered the food all together instead of coursing it out. I should have asked for half of mine to come out early as we were sharing. The tacos were ok, good flavor, but basic presentation. The Fries were delicious, the Brussels and Cauliflower were awesome. The Hawaiian Ribeye was also good, cooked perfectly, good flavor, but the chilled cucumber salad on a warm plate was an interesting choice... We were off to a show, so we didn't have time for dessert.

Food was excellent if you like southern country food…read more Goat cheese and bread was amazing. The bread was very fresh and crisp. The cheese was almost like a buttery spread. Generous pours wine, but maybe we just gotta bartender in the right mood. Just FYI, everything was fairly heavily breaded. Service was very attentive, especially because it was busy because of the games. Easy to find right across the fountain as a landmark. Simple ambience.

Located on the edge of The Country Club Plaza, Rye Plaza was one of the best recent dining…read moreexperiences wehave had! Visited early on a Saturday, before the dinner rush, and without reservations, and we picked this place because of some positive Yelp reviews. So glad that we did. Casual attire is okay, and the interior has a great vibe overall. Kind greeter! Lauren was our server, and she was superb, guiding us through their menu and offering elite suggestions with a pleasant tone throughout. Lauren is an All-Star. Our house salad appetizer was really good, and then the amazing level surged to the table. My Salmon dish was magnificent, so flavorful and incredibly well-presented. Perfectly placed on a bed of succulent wild rice and topped with delicious vegetables. It was one of the tastiest dishes that I can remember. Finished by splitting their banana cream pie, which was so good. All in. Loved it. We will come to KC again in the Spring, and we will absolutely visit Rye Plaza again after this visit.

Potpie's owned a spot on my list for date nights for years. My wife and I have celebrated special…read moreoccasions there many times. We went to celebrate for our anniversary this week. This was the first time going as a party of three as we brought our toddler. The food was as good as ever. It's so hard to choose an entree other than the potpie, but I always want to because the entrees other than the potpie sound and look so delicious. We ordered good appetizers: a white bean hummus and salmon cakes. I'd recommend both of those if you have those options on the rotating menu. While they have high chairs and the staff was so patient with our toddler who was mostly well behaved but got a little restless, my wife and I struggled to keep him entertained in the quaint and cozy space. I think next time we're going to look at the takeaway, cook at home potpie dinner option. I didn't know they offered that until this visit.

We've driven and walked past this place so many times and were always curious about it, but had…read morenever gone in. We finally decided to try it, and the food was amazing. I loved the quaint atmosphere of this little spot. The staff was very friendly, and everything we had was delicious. Of course, at a place called Pot Pie, I had to try the Chicken Pot Pie -- and it was incredibly filling and packed with flavor. I definitely recommend everyone check this place out and experience it for themselves!

I recently went to Blanc Champagne Bar for the second time, and I genuinely cannot wait to go back…read moreand relax here again! My parents came into town, and I wanted to show them a fun new spot! So I made a rooftop reservation at Blanc... And it ended up pouring that day--luckily, the staff at Blanc were super helpful and worked out another place inside for us to enjoy some beverages and apps! Thanks to all the staff for the help, and not only were they amazingly friendly, but super prompt and attentive. We ended up getting a round of drinks (kir royale, sunrise sangria, blush theory, and French 75). All were great and hit the spot! We also got a couple of appetizers: crab rangoon dip and lamb meatballs. Again, both hit the spot and were nice bites for us before we headed to our dinner reservation. Also we were celebrating my parents' anniversary, so they were offered a pair of chambongs... Champagne in a bong shaped vessel? Super fun and random, so I'm happy we had the experience! Overall, so glad I checked out this place again because I want to add it to my rotation of drink spots. It would be especially nice to go on a lovely day/evening and take advantage of the rooftop with great views! Thanks, everyone at Blanc, for helping us have such an enjoyable experience!

Went to The Blanc Champagne Bar with three other girls and we had such a great time! The vibes and…read moredecor are on point--super cute, chic, and perfect for a girls' night, date night, or a fun celebration. We started with the champagne flight (which was such a fun way to try a few different options) and also ordered the Dubai Emerald martini and the Dirty Chai Martini -- all so good. Everything we tried was delicious, but the food really surprised us in the best way. We shared the meat and cheese charcuterie board, Sticky Korean Shortribs, Spicy Crispy Shrimp, and Pomme Frites with two dippings, and honestly... there wasn't a single miss. The shortrib bites were super flavorful, the shrimp were perfectly crispy, and the fries + dips were the perfect shareable snack. Pair that with great drinks and a really cool atmosphere, and it made for an awesome night out. If you're looking for a stylish spot in Kansas City for champagne, cocktails, and shareable bites, this place is definitely worth checking out. We'll 100% be back!

Came to Kansas City over the recent holidays to visit some friends, and Beer Kitchen came as a…read morelocal recommended place. Good food, good vibes, good beer selection, I was sold. So we loaded up and showed up one day around Noon. Ambiance was really cool. It's in the middle of some sort of progressive looking shanty-esque suburb. The kind of place that does drag queen bingo. I was right at home. Inside was college sport bar, but with a nice, huge board on the wall of all their beer selection. It Was quite expansive. Service was top notch, too. Nice server took care of us, made sure our glasses were never empty. The food came out at a good clips, and we got an unexpected bonus of free little beignet-like donuts with some delicious dipping sauces. As for food, we started off with a jumbo order of the Truffle Parmesan Hand-Cut Fries for the table. We got to choose two from their extensive list of aioli dipping sauces. Fries were good. Dusted with the perfect amounts of truffle and parmesan. And the sauces were my oh my. I recommend paying the upcharge to just try them all. I mentioned the time earlier, because we had no idea we were stumbling upon their brunch menu. Even more options to choose from! I got the Crispy Waffle Smash Burger (smashed hertzog beef patties, fried egg, smoked bacon, merkt's cheddar, caramelized onion, maple aioli, crispy buttermilk waffle). This thing was really nice. Perfect waffle, not too small, not too big, and no oily or anything obtrusive. A nice bun option. Eggs and bacon sometime get lost against giant burger patties, but with these smash patties, the extra accoutrements really stand out and make this burger really stand out in my mind. I also for the try the Smokestack Burger (smoked burnt ends, smoked gouda, whiskey bbq glaze, pickle relish, chipotle aioli & crispy jalapeño straws). Uhhh, as you can read, this thing was loaded with goodness. Fatty burger, smokey burnt ends, sweet boozy glaze, acidic pickles, and texture from that jalapeno. This was the perfect burger. I insist you order this. Overall, my research did not reveal Beer Kitchen to me, locals recommendation did. Shows that you gotta use your street smarts instead of your book smarts sometimes. Best meal I had in Kansas City.

Had a craving for a chicken sandwich and came upon this restaurant near me…read more In the heart of Westport, a bar with a vast selection of beer to offer in addition to food menu. Rustic aesthetic- wood floors, bench seating, table and metal chairs along with a bar seating facing the kitchen and front window Nashville Hot chicken was firrrrah! Huge piece of chicken and good ol fries. It was very delectable, juicy & seasoned, along with fresh lettuce & tomato.

Food service was fantastic! My wife and I had our anniversary here the other night. Our server was…read morewas prompt in her delivery tonight. The food was also very good, I had the filet which was cooked to perfection! Would definitely recommend you go and check them out.

We have been here for Easter brunch two years in a row. Last year was fantastic, no notes. This…read moreyear was a bit of a letdown. The prime rib was dry, chewy, and a bit overcooked. That should be a centerpiece, and it was disappointing. There was one broccolini dish that the sign said was with lemon butter and cotija cheese, but appeared to be just steamed broccolini with absolutely no seasoning. I asked and was told they wanted to keep it vegan, but..... seriously, no salt? Pepper? Oil? Apparently not, just sad, plain broccolini. They did at least white out the accompaniments on the sign to correct themselves, so that's something I guess, but you really do expect something better from an establishment like this. The server was attentive to our drinks- the brunch was bottomless- but hard to find to get the check. The biggest weak spot both years has been the dessert table. There were perhaps five small desserts on a small cocktail table. Really not what you'd expect. The bacon was pretty good, however, you often find a lot of undercooked bacon on buffets. One conspicuously good thing is that, unlike so many other places on Easter, the tables were spaced well apart. Many places will pack the diners in like sardines, and this was not the case here- we had ample room to move about. Altogether, Grand Street needs to step it up for Easter Brunch. There just wasn't really anything special about it, and some elements were very much lacking. It didn't feel like a brunch you go to in celebration, which in my opinion an Easter brunch should. Nothing stood out, it was fairly plain [including decor] and it just needed MORE.

My husband and I wanted to try a restaurant close to our hotel. We wanted to get an idea of where…read moreto eat when we return for the World Cup with family and friends. We arrived for happy hour and had a drink while we looked at the menu. We asked to sit in front of a window and we did....but I don't think there are windows at sidewalk level. We could see the top floor of a garage. Steak medallions with potatoes were delicious. My husband had the crusted pork chops and will order that item again. Selena was a wonderful server along with others who assisted her. We plan to visit the same location in a few weeks.

I have loved the Cooper's Hawk menu for years, and have never had a food item I didn't love. I…read morewanted to make this specific review though to rave about their new brunch menu. Everyone needs to know and go immediately! The price point is amazing and better than their lunch or dinner prices. Everything tasted delicious, and they offer a five dollar breakfast sangria or mimosa- perfection!! I ordered the steak and eggs that comes with Shrimp Oscar, and I had the chili crisp hollandaise served on the side and subbed fruit for the potatoes- it was FANTASTIC. The hollandaise made a delightful dipping sauce. My friend had the eggs any way entree and loved it too. Their breakfast potatoes are delicious and not your standard breakfast potatoes-- more of a smashed, fried, with garlic kind of concept. We also celebrated her birthday which they brought out two free truffles for!

We never miss coming here when in Kansas City. The atmosphere is great. It's located in a nice part…read moreof town. The food and service is excellent. This most recent visit the town was taken over by the World Cup and fans were everywhere. I was a bit disappointed they were out of their plant-based double cheeseburger, but a pizza substituted nicely. Recommended without hesitation.

It was awesome! I came here with my mom for my birthday. Thank you for the wonderful service, Mary!…read more This is from a child