Fun Birthday Dinners in Kansas City
This post is a work in progress!
Where Should I Eat on my Birthday?
Strang Hall
For Big Groups
Parlor, Crossroads, KCMO - I haven’t been in ages but this was KC’s original food hall! Located in a very cool area in the KC Crossroads.
Brewery Emperial, Crossroads, KCMO - One of my favorite places ever! THE FOOD IS DIVINE. Large beer garden in the KC Crossroads. You want to go on a nice day where you can sit outside at the picnic tables.
Boulevard Brewing Tours & Recreation Center “Beer Hall”, KCMO - Our most popular brewery and an amazing place to hang out. Snack foods, gift shop, tours.
J. Rieger & Co., KCMO - Huuuuge distillery with multiple levels and areas to hang out. Can’t speak much on the food but I believe I have gotten light bites there, maybe a pretzel or similar.
Strang Hall, Overland Park, Kansas - Food hall with a wide array of options and a big bar. Tons of indoor and outdoor seating.
Taqueria Mexico #4 on the Boulevard, KCK - Giant margaritas, buttery cheese dip, and all of the basics. Enough seating for all your friends.
Tailleur - Duck
The Patio at Tailleur
Tailleur - Wine Specials
On the Fancy Side
La Bodega, Southwest Boulevard, KCMO - Spanish Tapas. Gorgeous interior and patio.
Fox and Pearl, KCMO - an award-winning bistro in Kansas City’s historic Westside neighborhood. Read my blog by clicking the name.
Lazia, Crossroads, KCMO - Inside Crossroads Hotel. Upscale Italian in an urban/modern space.
Noka, Martini Corner, KCMO - Oh my gosh. Stunning place. “Contemporary Japanese farmhouse concept”. Some of the most delicious and creative food. The Nightmarket Chicken Wings were incredible.
Corvino, Crossroads, KCMO - Very upscale and incredible restaurant. Tasting menu.
Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar, Crossroads, KCMO - Hand roll sushi bar with limited seating. Get a reservation. Everything tastes so fresh and high quality. Go casually or for a special occasion (we celebrated our wedding anniversary there!).
Tailleur, Westport, KCMO
Farina, Crossroads, KCMO
Extra Virgin, Crossroads, KCMO
The Town Company, Downtown KCMO
La Bodega, Southwest Blvd, KCMO
Prime Social, Plaza, KCMO - Be sure to get a reservation!
Noka - Night Market Wings
Noka - Dirty Martini
Chill, Comfy Spots with Great Food
Laney’s, Westport, KCMO - Fried chicken with hot honey? Live music? Patio and inside seating? Full bar?! SAY NO MORE.
Q39 (multiple locations) - My personal favorite BBQ. Everything melts in your mouth. My first recommendation, though? The onion straws! Don’t pass them up.
Chewology, Westport, KCMO
Westport Cafe, Westport, KCMO - Modern French food and good cocktails nuzzled into a cozy spot in Westport.
Garozzo’s Downtown, Columbus Park, KCMO - Delicious Italian. You will get fat. They catered my wedding.
Where to go After Dinner
You might see an imbalance on how many suggestions there are…
I want Dessert
Betty Rae’s Ice cream (multiple locations)
Andre’s Chocolates, South Plaza, KCMO
Best Regards Bakery, Overland Park, Kansas
I want Drinks
Dive Bars
Varsity Club, River Market, KCMO - The coolest spot ever. Great vibes, creative cocktails and a burger truck. Read my full article here.
Hillsider, Strawberry Hill, KCK
Classy Joints
Tom’s Town Distilling - cocktail bar/distillery in the heart of the cool Crossroads neighborhood.
Percheron - rooftop bar at Crossroads Hotel. The BEST view of the city. Could be busy, but def worth it. Check if it’s open for the season.
Local Breweries and Distilleries
Brewery Emperial, Crossroads, KCMO - The coolest patio, great beer and cocktails, and insanely incredible food. They do all the basics, like burgers, fried apps, fish and chips… better than you’ve ever had them before.
Boulevard Brewing Tours & Recreation Center “Beer Hall”, KCMO - Our most popular brewery and an amazing place to hang out. Snack foods, gift shop, tours.
J. Rieger & Co., KCMO - Huuuuge distillery with multiple levels and areas to hang out. Can’t speak much on the food but I believe I have gotten light bites there, maybe a pretzel or similar.
There are lots of cute, small breweries around town, my favorite is Stockyards in the West Bottoms. (Then.. Servaes, Rock Creek, Casual Animal, Double Shift, etc).
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Brewery Emperial - Fish & Chips
Lazia - The Vault Room
