The Roasterie Drive Thru

Customizable donuts & other sweet treats, plus coffee & smoothies, served in a bright setting.

This historic local dive in Kansas City serves up the city’s best wings and hearty BLTs, drawing a lively mix of patrons over cold beers and good tunes.

Relaxed, wood-hued eatery offering standard Northeastern Thai dishes from curries to spring rolls.

Part of a celebrated local chain serving all the barbecue basics & known for its signature sauce.

Buzzing 18th & Vine is the city’s jazz district. It's known for music clubs and the American Jazz Museum, which hosts concerts and displays artifacts like a Louis Armstrong trumpet. In the same building, the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum has 19th-century memorabilia and a gift shop selling rare and autographed items. Popular, no-frills BBQ joints include the iconic Arthur Bryant's BBQ restaurant, dating to the 1920s.

"Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar brings a unique and memorable dining experience to Kansas City. The seating arrangement consists of an intimate U-shaped counter, where patrons can watch as the sushi chefs prepare and present each hand roll individually meant to be eaten immediately to ensure optimal crunch and taste. Crudos, small plates, and sashimi completes the small yet flavorful menu."

Longtime Irish pub with weekend live music, housed in what's said to be the oldest building in KC.

Step into this cozy Italian tavern where classic dishes and an old-school ambiance—complete with Sinatra tunes and warm garlic bread—await.

Casual Mediterranean eatery turning out gyros, falafel, shawarma, and hummus, plus coffee.

Charming bakery with an array of pastries such as croissants and cupcakes, plus coffee.