"Affäre" is a Berlin-ish restaurant in the Crossroads District, located in the space formerly occupied by the fabulous Bar Natasha. I recently lunched there with several dear friends on a quiet Black... more
The only thing as good as cooking and eating southerners' style BBQ, is eating out with a bunch of great Oklahoma-ladies in a Missouri-Smokehouse. We've had great food, and been in great mood.... more
Mildred's Coffeeshop was something of a pioneer in the Crossroads district. Light and airy, the coffeeshop provides a good spot to check out in between galleries or shopping. People watching is quite... more
The restaurant is midsize, and it's crowded (even on weeknights), but once you get your food, you'll understand why! I ordered the steak dinner, a martini, and some kind of garlic-cheesy bread. It was... more
The food is okay to good. They steaks are the main attraction and they have about 6 kinds to offer. Seafood is another specialty, with a pork chop and a chicken plate also. Prices average range is... more
When you sit down to a restaurant, and the server hands you a spiral-bound menu, you know you're going to have a hard time deciding what to order. Everything looks so good! But, whatever you do, save... more
This sort of Tiffany-style chain-restaurant is very cosy, a little noisy yet very comfortable. The atmosphere is very relaxed, the staff attentive and very friendly. Though it's a chain-restaurant,... more
The shrimp is good and the rest of the food for lunch average at best. Described as a gritty laid back dive from 1938, that depicts what you get here. The floors are gringy and the tables feel... more
If you are in Kansas City and you are just dying for a Philly Cheesesteak this is as close as it gets. I didn't really think the sandwiches were all that authentic but my dad (who used to live in... more
We went to the Copa Room for the first time on Friday night. It has nice atmosphere for a romantic evening for two, with candles lit on each table, but would be perfect for a small group as well. I... more
Spin is a great place to sit with friends and have a pizza that is above average. The atmosphere is relaxed and casual but still nice. There is seating out side great for nice evenings.
They offer a... more
located in a classic Kansas City turn of the century building down on the “Boulevard” at the north end of the Hispanic district is El Patron. It is a very inviting restaurant offering what for me is... more
Whether you call them subs, or heroes, or hoagies, you will love these wonderful sandwiches from Mr. Goodcents. Goodcents started as a small local store in KC, and has grown to a chain with stores in... more
Kansas City is known for its steaks and BBQ but we decided we were in the mood for seafood. McCormick & Schmick's was our choice. It is a national chain established in the early 1970's by Bill... more
This ice creamery with its ice cream and cakes and many more of specalities, is exactly like they describe on their web page: We elevated ice cream to a whole new, luscious level. We are doing the... more
This is a very nice casual and friendly restaurant. It is clean and is always well staffed. The dishes tend to be very fresh and very well presented. The portions are more than adequate for me.
It... more
Bo Ling's used to be a single location, and the Chinese food really tasted like authentic Chinese. Now it has 4-5 locations, and the food is just okay, and the prices going up and up. There are better... more
I found La Bodega on the intenet. So when we got there I had no idea what to expect. When I got out of the car I was a little worried because the neighborhood didn't look very good. But when I entered... more
I thought I would never live to see the day where I would enjoy myself at a sports bar, eating finger foods, and loving it. I honestly go to sports bars because of my fiance and his buddies. (They... more
It is located inside one of the more popular hotels-Marriott at I-435 and Metcalf. The restaurant has been there for maybe 20 years. It is the hot grill where they cook at the your spot with about... more
This is an update from Aug 06. Unfortunately The Red Vine is now out of business. It is strange how a great idea sometimes does not pan out. Maybe it was the service but I am also thinking that many... more
Kona Grill has the best of both worlds. Great place to hang out at. During good weather the windows open wide and it feels like your outside. The bar area is crowded at times with the plaza crowd. Its... more
Farm to Table freshness and a "localvore" food philosophy are key elements of the Farmhouse Restaurant in the River Market neighborhood - but don't think that... more
This restaurant is run by the owner and is a real treat. If you like well prepared food with an interesting twist then this is a place to put on your list. It... more
The city is trying to become more progressive and upgraded. They have made a big effort in downtown KC in last few years. The only thing is the debt is a big overhang to have to payoff, or go...
Historically speaking, Kansas City, Missouri, was the entry way for America's early pioneers finding their way to the frontier settlements. Today, it is a metropolitan area of nearly 2 million people...
This midsized american city has a ton to offer. It is struggling with flight to cupcake land like all american cities but it still fights to keep it's charm and energy intact. Look around a little and...
Every First Friday of the Month art galleries in the area showcase talented local artists in various mediums. The gallery showings, for us, are more than just introducing you to our wonderful cultural...
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