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    The Nook

    4.1 (7 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Olivia S.

    A cafe is open in the Central Library!!!!!! From the incredible mind of Chef Shanita McAfee-Bryant who brought us The Spot at The Prospect, the Nook is now open for business! Designed as a learning lab / workforce development training kitchen, the Nook is staffed and run by young students of The Prospect's culinary program. They have a small cafe menu with breakfast sandwiches, lunch options, pastries, coffee, and caffeine free beverages. All options are named after writers to fit the library theme! The pastries in the case look stunning!! We tried the breakfast burrito and the smashed croissant sandwich. Both were delicious! The burrito was a little small for the price. Have some grace and patience for the students as they learn and grow! But I am so glad to see a cafe open in the empty cafe space in the Central Library! Things a great community culinary program to support!

    Maddy R.

    We stopped by this coffee shop when we visited the kansas city central library. It is tucked into the right side when you walk in the main entrance. There is a 2000s bank/library vibe that matches the rest of the library. It is clean and there are cute flowers at every table. I wouldn't say the service is fast though. We waited about 10 minutes for a sandwich. I also ordered a bernstein latte which was okay but tasted kinda watered down. It was more cute than anything. The graham cracker on the top kinda floated to the bottom and dissolved which brought a weird texture.

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    Bay Boy Specialty Sandwiches - Blue Blaze

    Bay Boy Specialty Sandwiches

    4.8(476 reviews)
    4.3 miWest Plaza, Country Club Plaza
    $$

    As a general rule, I stay away from crowded areas like the Plaza and Westport, but I really wanted…read moreto try this place out. As luck would have it, I had to run an errand near the area and my decision was made. First off, the entrance isn't where you'd think it would be. The order window was closed and I noticed people going up to the deck to get in, so up I headed. The place was actually spacious and comfortable, it has a Caribbean vibe to it. After much consternation, I figured I'd make it tough on them and opted for the Reuben. As some somebody who has had many Reubens at the place where they were invented, Omaha's Blackstone Hotel, I can be a tough judge. This is definitely the best place to get one in KC, so I know that I'll be back for more. I even liked the bread that they used, it set it apart from other sammiches. And the service was great, so I'll be back.

    Always enjoed visiting here to try out speciality sandwich. The server/counter folks were patient…read moreto answer all my questions and offer replacement to ingredients i did not want to include on my sandwich. The wait even too so long I got a extra cookie to help with the longer times. It was awesome! Entering the space on weekday is preferable for those who do not want to have a lot of noise when eating dinner. On saturday during peak lunch the spot can get pretty busy but somehow never packed. They even have a fun merch corner if you fee like reppin som delicious dough. Will return soon if not atleast a couple times before the end of the summer.

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    The Lunch Box - KC Cheesesteak Combo

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    4.5(189 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    I've been a lunch box consumer for the last 6 years. When I first graduated highschool and got my…read morefirst construction job the guys introduced me for the first time, I was broke had almost no money and I could come here and get a giant $8 grande burrito and a water and it would last me all day. This place got me through some hard times lol and the best bang for your buck both with quality and quantity. Perfect place for a big guy like me and I've never had a bad meal here EVER! Also try the train wreck! It's the shizzz

    The first thing that stood out to me about The Lunch Box was the prices. It's a little…read morehole-in-the-wall sandwich shop with old-school charm, and it's hard to beat how affordable everything is nowadays. The service was great as well. Everyone was friendly, welcoming, and our food came out quickly. I ordered a turkey club while my dad got one as well, and unfortunately we both had the same issue. The turkey was on the dry side, and it was sliced much thicker than I personally prefer. I tend to like a thinner deli-style sliced turkey, so it just wasn't my favorite sandwich. My mom ordered one of the salads though, and honestly it looked better than my sandwich. It was loaded with fresh toppings, and she said the ranch was excellent. If I come back, I'd probably skip the sandwich altogether and give one of the salads a try. Overall, I can definitely appreciate what they're going for. The prices are fantastic, honestly unheard of in present day, and that's the main reason I'm giving it 4 stars instead of 3. It's a true local spot, and I wouldn't mind giving it another chance to try something different from the menu.

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    The Italian Sausage - The # 5

    The Italian Sausage

    4.6(133 reviews)
    8.7 mi

    If you're looking for a legitimately delicious deli, look no further--this place is the real deal!…read more​The restaurant has a wonderfully quaint vibe, with a few tables inside and several benches outside to sit back and enjoy the food. What really stood out right away was the service. The lady taking our orders was incredibly nice and personable, and she actually took the time to walk us through the menu to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. ​I went with the #5, which is their version of a Sicilian Muffuletta. It was phenomenal. It's stacked with mortadella, salami, provolone, ham, and Swiss cheese, topped perfectly with a red wine vinaigrette chopped olive salad, all sitting on a beautifully toasted seeded loaf. ​One of my friends ordered the #20 Reuben, and it was a masterpiece. We're talking melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu corned beef, legit sauerkraut from Brooklyn, house-made Russian dressing, and melty Swiss, all piled high between two buttery, toasted slices of marble rye bread. ​Naturally, I also grabbed a couple of their homemade chocolate chip cookies, and we got a raspberry and blueberry tiramisu that was absolutely terrific. You just can't leave a place like this without hitting the dessert menu! ​I consider myself very lucky to have experienced this spot. Honestly, if I lived in the area, I'd probably gain 50 lbs--and it would be worth every single ounce!

    The staff was nice and we tried the Chicken Caesar Parm because we saw it on TT. I will need to go…read moreback and try it one more time but I think I just needed more chicken. 7/10.

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    Bay Boy - Crown Town Club

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    4.6(13 reviews)
    2.6 mi

    I have eaten at the other location a few times. I've loved the sandwiches. I didn't realize this…read morelocation existed until we ordered from them at my office. We have now ordered from them several times and I've become addicted to their sandwiches even more. The delivery is great and it's usually pretty quick. I can't speak about the building because I've only ordered for delivery from this location. The sandwiches I've had are just as good at this location as the other Bay Boys!

    I love that there is a second Bay Boys location that is close to me. I love their sandwiches and…read morebeing in a fun spot in NKC just means I get to eat more of them. They have a walk up window located inside The Commons. You just order at the window and they send you a text when it's ready to be picked up. Service has always been friendly and professional and I've never experienced a problem. The bread is unique. It's a Dutch crunch so it has a nice crunchy texture on top but the bread itself has a nice chew and holds up to whatever toppings you like. I personally favor the Crown Town club. It's a classic club sandwich-turkey, ham, bacon, lettuce, tomato, onion, and a chipotle mayo. I like to also add smoked Gouda because cheese improves everything imho. They also offer vegetarian options, hot sandwiches, chips, and cookies. I've honestly loved everything I've eaten from them over the years so you really can't go wrong. If you're at The Commons or even Cinder Block next door, definitely stop by and get something to eat. Highly recommend!

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