Best Happy Hour Spots in Kansas City

“The chicken parmesan and it was delightful and fed me for two additional meals - what an investment in delicious leftovers!!!”

“An amazing little Italian restaurant that has been a fixture in the South Plaza for a very long time.”

“The chicken cannelloni is a favorite but we tried the short ribs ravioli and orange roughly this time.”

“The meatloaf sandwich was incredible! The meatloaf was soft, flavorful, and perfectly put together to be sturdy without hard or tough.”

“Located in The Crossroads District if you're looking for a burger with outstanding flavor, that is the right amount of juicy you found it.”

“The price here is insane, the best bang for the buck. Live music and a very chill place.”

“The food was delicious and while I did have an allergy to Citrus they had some other items I could get while here”

“Brenda was amazing and helped us move since the women refused to get off there phone but Ms. Brenda was fantastic thank you we will be back”

“Have never been disappointed by the fancy falafel! Delicious every time.”

“Peter, the owner and our chef for the evening, was outstanding - an incredible chef, host, and guide.”

“The service was excellent. Everyone put their heart and soul into making the experience memorable.”

“For a restaurant not even open for a month, they did fantastic and I am sure our next experience will be even better.”

“This was our 3rd time eating Garrozzo's. First time was at a friend's wedding, next time was for dinner and this time lunch. The food has been excellent every time.”

“The pastas that are made in house are great too - loved the Gnocchi.”

“Pricing was very reasonable for the quality of food, and the portion sizes are perfect!”

“There was also an insane wait for the inside compared to being seated right away in the patio (beer garden).”

“Her response was to defend the waitress, saying she was overwhelmed, but her tone was dismissive and lacked sincerity.”

“I have never had anything less than an outstanding time at this restaurant.”

“One other fantastic note one the restaurant, they had a few round tables for six!! Round tables enable conversations much better than rectangular.”

“Carly was the absolute best!!! She went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time and it really made the whole experience.”

“The risotto was billed as the best you’ll ever eat, and it did not disappoint.”

“Our server, Janette (hope I’m spelling it right) was incredible. Her service was excellent and she never left us hanging.”

“We had to wait for our table, which I booked two weeks in advance, me and my partner sat at the bar and had delicious, unique cocktails.”

“My wife had the 8oz Filet mignon with South African lobster which was phenomenal.”

“Hands down the best pizza in the Kansas City metro. I drive here from Lenexa, because it is handover fist better than Minsky‘s and grinder’s. Best New York style crust.”

“Great attention to ingredient detail. Great sauce in the perfect amount.”

“Cozy community atmosphere! I loved running into so many people I know sharing good food together!”

“Was in Kansas City for a 48 hour trip… wanted to try a bbq restaurant that was amazing and memorable.”

“Wings were out of this world delicious. Manc n cheese, pork belly, brisket sandwich all very delicious!”

“We visited Kansas City from Virginia Beach specifically for the BBQ and this was by far the best food out of all the places we tried.”

“My best friend suggested we try this new “upscale Mexican restaurant,” and before going, we checked the online menu, which clearly stated they offer daily happy hour.”

“Crossroads Cantina offers superb food and service at a reasonable price.”

“It has an elevated feel but also gives the same relaxed vibe you want in a Mexican restaurant.”

“Gave me the discounted price from social media even though it was outdated. Food was excellent! Staff was super. Thanks to the manager!”

“Darius was our server and he made the entire evening!!!!!!! He is so engaging and has the best personality!”

“Our server, I think her name was Olivia, was superb. Outstanding service. Everyone was friendly and professional.”

“Consistently the absolute best authentic Mexican food in Kansas City. The service is top notch and very personable plus the prices are super reasonable.”

“This little family owned restaurant may be small and parking can be a challenge, but the excellent food and outstanding service is well worth the trip.”

“Delicious, inexpensive food, friendly and attentive staff!! some of the best mexican food i’ve had in KC!”

“Yard House is always a place we can count on for amazing food and excellent service, and this visit was no different.”

“Music was the perfect loudness and not over burdening to table convo.”

“Cory is honestly one of the best servers I’ve had in a long time at a restaurant.”

“Our waiter did an amazing job and was on top of it with our two kids.”

“The service we received was kind of bad, but the food is excellent and fairly priced.”

“Came to Barrio for happy hour and had the best experience.”

“If you are looking for quality food, excellent service, and a chill, modern, clean atmosphere, Boru is your place to go.”

“The ambiance is perfect for a Friday night out, and the drink selection adds to the vibe.”

“They also had a manager coming around to check on each table's experience (always a sign of a restaurant that truly cares).”

“Food came fast! Was delicious and pretty reasonably priced. It felt like we just sat down when food and drinks arrived.”

“Still, after 20 years in KCMO (and now a west coast'er), Rudy's remains my favorite Mexican restaurant in all of Kansas City.”

“Delicious, quick and won't break the bank. $17 before tip for meal and a soda, they have Coke not Pepsi.”

“The location, the curb appeal, spacious seating, cleanliness, decor, Service, and Food were all Premium and 5 star rated, in my First.”

“My husband said his steak sandwich was one of the best he’d ever had.”

“I’ve been coming here since they opened about three years ago and every time the food is spot on, atmosphere is excellent, and service is outstanding!”

“Urban did a great job creating a wonderful atmosphere to have a nice relaxed meal for either entertaining someone”

“Chef Justin delivers with delicious Vegan chickpea lettuce cup tacos.”

“Only after one of our members informed the owner of the poor service (twice) did the server return to the table and acknowledge his behavior.”

“The staff make you feel like family, the food is excellent, and the bartender / manager Tom ensured everyone had a good time and everything ran smoothly.”

“Food was good but i dont know why I have been charged 35$ instead of 29$ (Menu price) for 3 kebab platter.”

“Intimate space, unique eats with outstanding staff that make the whole experience truly memorable.”

“The vibe is 10/10. Have been several times and the food is always incredible paired with great drinks.”

“Our server Andres was so welcoming and accommodating and an overall amazing server!”

“Service with Alberto was incredible. What a kind and charming young man.”

“The salmon bowl is 10/10. The cookies? Also delightful. The staff is incredibly kind.”

“All whole foods but lots of plant oriented/based options as well as phenomenal meat-based dishes.”

“The Russell was very unexpected. It's not in an area of downtown that you think of as a destination spot.”

“We love this place, the staff always give us a "what up" when we walk in the door. The food is always so delicious.”

“Arthur was amazing the moment we walked in the door! From the drinks to the amazing food and atmosphere!”

“We've been to KC Taco 3+ times now & have consistently tried new amazing drinks and menu items.”

“The owner sent out a personalized, sincere message that turned their service into a 5 star!”

“Justus, our server was absolutely phenomenal. She truly made the whole experience special and amazing.”

“The tavern-style pizza was outstanding, crispy and flavorful with perfect toppings.”

“Very good food and customer service and very clean and the best parts are the Mexican cuisine and prices”

“Our server was excellent and our food came out fast and hot!”

“We arrived tonight and were seated but after 20 minutes of waiting and no server in sight, we ended up leaving.”

“A few months ago, I got a BLT sandwich to go and it was the best BLT I’ve ever had in my life.”

“The restaurant was very busy tonight but Sarah did an amazing job taking care of us despite the rush!!”

“This place is amazing. Always one of my favorite KC spots!”

“Dining out as a vegan can be difficult, but Jasper went above & beyond to make sure I had a deliscously curated meal.”

“We enjoyed our time together for dinner at Jasper’s. It was popular that Saturday evening, yet we could still hear each other’s talk.”

“Ensuring everything going on is for our betterment. Truly great to see a business caring this way these days.”

“Jaycee was fantastic! She made sure our drinks and food arrived promptly and checked in with us regularly to ensure we had everything we needed.”

“My pizza was perfect from the golden brown crust to the fresh jalapenos and red peppers.”

“I found this restaurant situated on a quiet street with plenty of street parking. In addition, they have a parking lot in the back.”

“The manager troubleshooted the TV for 20 minutes and even though he couldn’t get that channel the experience was awesome.”

“There are plenty of TVs and drinks to make it a perfect hangout spot.”

“The Northland is littered with local restaurants, but most of them are well-established and rightfully proud of their identities.”

“We are Tasico people, however we found that of all the different ones we have been to this was our least favorite.”

“We live in Waldo and frequent Pizza Tascio, the owners and staff are fantastic with their kindness and hospitality.”

“This is a carry-out restaurant. They have some seating, but they're clearly not going for ambiance, and it's counter service, only. But that's ok, because the pizza is amazing.”

“We sat at the bar area facing the kitchen and it was sooooo clean!! They do an amazing job keeping the kitchen area clean.”

“Sat on the patio while listening to an awesome 2000s playlist. Biscuit was soft and tasted amazing.”

“The service was wonderful and the menu was fun and interesting. They crushed it in every way.”

“Paige was our server and she was wonderful. Great wine recommendations.”

“The food is phenomenal, the service is always top notch, and the space is beautiful.”

“Shared feedback nicely with manager. Disappointed that they didn’t try to respond in some way.”

“Had their lunch special. Open faced sliced brisket sandwich, baked beans, and cole slaw. Generous portions. Delicious.$12.00”

“The service was excellent even though she seemed to have the entire place on her own.”

“The prok tenderloin sandwich is enormous!!!! If you want dressing or condiments you need to ask, my sandwich didnt come with any.”

“Minsky's has remained Kansas City's best place for pizza. They are so consistent with the quality, service and it taste the same as it did when I was a kid.”

“I get the vegetarian on wheat dough and add whatever I want and it’s always delicious.”

“I was there for 1.5 hours for a small pizza and a sandwich and barely made it to the ice cream shop with 5 mins before closing.”

“We got the Sloppy Ralph, their take on a Sloppy Joe/Tavern sandwich… it elevated my childhood favorite to new heights!”

“Had skyler as a server, he was amazing and very attentive. As a server myself, i am thoroughly impressed w the service we received.”

“The lamb was cooked perfectly, everything on the nachos blended amazingly, and the miso Caesar dressing is amazing.”

“I went where they have $2 tacos. It was such a nice experience. Service great and the food was amazing.”

“Best birria tacos I have ever had. It puts On The Boarder to shame in both quality and price.”

“Ive been coming to this place for the past three years. Its wonderful!”

“Loved the intimate setting as soon as you walk in the “secret” entrance door. Stylish and Chic decor giving luxury vibes.”

“Our server was brilliant, the manager checked on us multiple times and each dish was met with incredible flavor.”

“The food was beautifully presented and delicious. There wasn’t a dish we didn’t love.”

“The best cubano I've ever eaten. 4 others cleared there plates. Just go try it.”

“The tapas are delicious, they are not a good value. The portions are very small.”

“This place is fantastic! Every time I've come here I've enjoyed my experience.”

“This place gives Brazil vibes and I'm here for it. Food is amazing, flavor is even better.”

“Great atmosphere and delicious food that has a flavor that’s authentic to lunch spots in Brazil!”

“The food here is FANTASTIC, yucca fries crispy & tender - better than any steak fry.”

“The burger was absolutely the best I’ve had in a long time! Add the peanut butter and jalapeño jam, amazing!!!”

“Hands down the best burger in KC, only losing points here because it can take well over 30 minutes for a single burger if they are busy.”

“Cosmo burger is simply the best burger I have ever had. With the tots as well, it is very addictive. The food is consistent and the cooks are really nice.”

“Server was great with our large group and everything I had was amazing and fresh.”

“Our bartender, Holly, was the best. She helped me how to use chopsticks 🥢😀”

“Blue Sushi Sake Grill never misses! I’ve dined in multiple times and also ordered delivery, and the quality is always top-tier.”

“The food was absolutely phenomenal! Goat cheese and mushroom tart was great and the Wagyu burger was full of flavor and cooked too perfection.”

“Maggie was our server and she was fantastic with the wine recommendations and knowledgeable about all of the food.”

“The steak tartar, excellent and in fact ordered it on each of the two occasions I was there.”

“Most of it was still very good, but the dinner rolls were dry and crusty, and the dressing (usually my favorite part of Thanksgiving dinner) was horribly dry.”

“The French Toast Brunch Box was! I got my order to go and it included 2 boxes of food and then a separa”

“Came in for brunch and was very pleased with how quickly I was seated.”

“The calamari appetizer is some of the best I've ever had. Really enjoy the lamb as well as the dynamite sushi.”

“The steak is always cooked to perfection, juicy and flavorful every single time. Pair it with their amazing mashed potatoes, which are creamy, buttery, and downright addictive.”

“Friendly relaxing atmosphere you don't always expect with fine dining. Enjoyed conversations with other customers at the bar while feasting on some amazing dishes from the happy hour menu.”

“Excellent food. Very reasonably priced for the amount of food you receive. Speedy service as well. Very high quality.”

“My 16 and 12 year old kids loved the meal, and the server was nothing but curtious”

“Great location by the Uptown Theater! Perfect for stopping in before a show or shopping trip downtown.”

“The food is incredible 🔥🔥🔥🤤. Loved the Blackened Shrimp tacos. The prices are reasonable as well too!”

“This place is a go-to casual meet up spot for dinner that’s low key and gives more bar vibes than restaurant vibes.”

“This establishment strikes a perfect balance between genuine atmosphere and top-tier hospitality.”

“Maggie was an excellent server! She served us all happy hour, knowledgeable about the menu, kind, attentive, and supportive!!”

“Our server, Baileigh, was fantastic — warm, attentive, and really knew the menu.”

“Actually an outstanding location with some outdoor seating overlooking brush Creek.”

“Beautiful mural inside with the Chiefs, KC Royals and also an Aztec temple, painted face of a woman representing día de los muertos.”

“Are you in the doghouse?. Said something stupid to your GF or wife?? Take her here and order the Mango magerita with chamoya straw”

“They charge for credit card fees more than the fees actually are. We went there weekly. Now will never go again since they over charge.”

“The ribs were my favorite I have ever had so far.”

“It’s a bit of a dive but they have some absolutely delicious food.”

“This is not one of regular bbq joints to visit in KC, but we were around the corner watching Thursday night football at the Outlaw Cigar Lounge”

“The wine selected for us, the food, atmosphere was inviting for couples, and the chocolate dessert was delicious.”

“The Paco Shrimp appetizer is their signature starter and it earns the hype. Rich, smoky, and genuinely delicious, it’s the one dish almost everyone seems to order.”

“Great date night spot. Wonderful service and atmosphere and more importantly the food.”

“This place is fantastic! The food, the drinks, the prices, the atmosphere, the service. Everything is great!”

“BEST FISH TACOS!! The only downfall i would say is that the menu is in Spanish.”

“Seafood was delicious,their live music made the ambiance feel joyful. I would rate a.”

“We had an outstanding experience at Cooper’s Hawk on the Plaza thanks to Brittany.”

“Caroline C did a fantastic job, she made it a positive & wonderful experience for us!”

“We had a large group doing wine tasting - from beginners to wine lovers and we had a great time thanks to Omnae”

“The food was delicious, and our waitress was very thoughtful and kind.”

“Always fantastic! I still think for value, quality, taste, and service, they are the best in the city.”

“Nice area in the plaza, great cocktail list. Highly recommend.”

“I really wanted to love this place because the pizza itself was actually delicious. Unfortunately, my experience wasn’t great due to a cleanliness issue.”

“If your goal is to find a good cheap pizza, this is not the place. But if your goal is to find a delicious gourmet pizza, welcome.”

“This place has a very romantic feel at night and a beautiful outdoor patio.”

“Superb. One of the top 4 steaks of my life, the best seabass of my life, and the best creme brulee.”

“Excellent restaurant! Our server, James, had a wonderful table presence. He made our party of ten feel very welcome and ensured order accuracy.”

“Best steak I've ever had. The cocktails and wine pairings were incredible too!”

“Lovely laidback little cocktail bar with Sinatra on the record player and the most unique and delightfully delicious curated cocktail menu you ever did explore.”

“The mussels were my favorite. I'd also like to add that the amount of mussels are very large.”

“All were great. Finished it with their in house melon sorbet which I would buy by the pint if I could.”

“The oysters, shrimp cocktail, and gnocchi sardi were phenomenal, and our server, Gus, took great care of us on a very busy night.”

“The atmosphere is stunning — 3 levels including a rooftop lounge 🌅, a gorgeous bar 🍸, and a.”

“The biggest issue for me, though, was the service. I felt that our server was a bit dismissive.”