Some say I’m picky, I say I have taste. And when it comes to cocktail lounges and bars, I know where the good ones are. From hidden gems to rooftops with a view, these are my favorite places to sip around Kansas City. Where the drink, atmosphere &...
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One of KC’s most beautiful cocktail lounges, with a top-tier menu, incredibly talented mixologists and impeccable service. Because drinking should always be an experience.
The Monarch Bar
Cocktails with a view. The Mercury Room pairs stunning views of KC with beautifully crafted cocktails, creative presentation and impeccable hospitality. Perfect when you want the entire night to feel intimate and cozy.
The Mercury Room Bar
For my tequila, mezcal & rum lovers, Fern Bar is a must. Their creative menus make trying something new actually fun, and the bartenders are incredible at guiding you to the perfect drink. Elevated cocktails without the pretentious cocktail-bar f...
Fern Bar KC
Mexico City energy right in the Crossroads. Their Lotería-inspired cocktail menu is such a fun concept, with each drink bringing something completely different. Come for the cocktails, stay for the sexy, moody atmosphere.
Jade Jaguar
Midwest nostalgia, but make it cool. Bar Phoebe brings vintage Americana to a Crossroads rooftop with skyline views, playful cocktails and nostalgic bites. It feels familiar, fun and very Kansas City.
Bar Phoebe
Come for the cocktails, stay for the view. RooftopKC gives you some of the best skyline views in the city with a more intimate, reservation-only experience. Definitely plan your reservation around sunset!
RooftopKC
For my Johnson County people, you don’t have to cross state line for a seriously good cocktail. Verdigris brings art + science together with creative ingredients, unexpected flavor combinations and cocktails that feel like an experience. Sit at the b...
Verdigris Bar
Come for the cocktails, stay for the nostalgia. Varsity Club brings a playful, vintage collegiate feel to KC nightlife with a space that feels equal parts old-school social club and cool neighborhood hangout. Fun, unfussy and perfect for a night with...
Varsity Club
A hidden gem in Lenexa for people who actually appreciate a well-made drink. Neat keeps the focus on quality spirits, thoughtful cocktails and bartenders who know their craft. Sit at the bar, tell them what you like and let them do their thing.