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One of the top BBQ places in KC. Their ribs are so good.
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Joe's Kansas City Bar-B-Que
3002 W 47th AveOne of the top BBQ places in KC. Their ribs are so good.
This is my favorite BBQ in KC. Their Burnt Ends are divine. It is always packed so if you can walk or Uber, you'll be much happier with your experience.
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Q39 - Midtown
1000 W 39th StThis is my favorite BBQ in KC. Their Burnt Ends are divine. It is always packed so if you can walk or Uber, you'll be much happier with your experience.
The Levee is a locals bar. If you want to meet KC people and get to know the area, go here. They have amazing weekday specials. $1 Taco Tuesdays and really kind staff.
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Levee Bar & Grill
16 W 43rd StThe Levee is a locals bar. If you want to meet KC people and get to know the area, go here. They have amazing weekday specials. $1 Taco Tuesdays and really kind staff.
Crows is the best 3rd wave coffee shop to meet locals. The coffee is great and the staff know their stuff. Try a Chorizo Burrito too. You won't be sorry.
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Crows Coffee South Plaza
304 E 51st StCrows is the best 3rd wave coffee shop to meet locals. The coffee is great and the staff know their stuff. Try a Chorizo Burrito too. You won't be sorry.
If you like sushi, this is the place to go. In the cold months, try their seafood soups. They are so warming and delicious.
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Nara
1617 Main StIf you like sushi, this is the place to go. In the cold months, try their seafood soups. They are so warming and delicious.
Beautiful area and wonderful coffee. The rosemary scone is spot on.
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Quay Coffee
412 Delaware StBeautiful area and wonderful coffee. The rosemary scone is spot on.
TikiCat is an amazing speakeasy in the basement of HopCat in Westport. Be sure to get a reservation. It is hopping on weekends. The drinks are so creative and gorgeous. Shareable drinks are also available for a fun experience.
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TikiCat
401 Westport RdTikiCat is an amazing speakeasy in the basement of HopCat in Westport. Be sure to get a reservation. It is hopping on weekends. The drinks are so creative and gorgeous. Shareable drinks are also available for a fun experience.
The Parker offers an amazing Happy Hour. Sit poolside or inside at their modern-art deco bar. It is definitely a place to get dressed up and enjoy.
Parker at The Fontaine
901 W 48th PlThe Parker offers an amazing Happy Hour. Sit poolside or inside at their modern-art deco bar. It is definitely a place to get dressed up and enjoy.
You won't be sorry. It is the best burger I have ever eaten. The baby kale salad is also wonderful. They offer gluten-free options for almost everything. I hear the mac and cheese is great.
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Beer Kitchen
435 Westport RdYou won't be sorry. It is the best burger I have ever eaten. The baby kale salad is also wonderful. They offer gluten-free options for almost everything. I hear the mac and cheese is great.
Sightseeing
A beautiful historic station with restaurants, coffee shop, exhibitions, and Science City for kids.
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Union Station Kansas City
30 W Pershing RdA beautiful historic station with restaurants, coffee shop, exhibitions, and Science City for kids.
The Crossroads, KC is an area that holds a lot of art culture. You can find great galleries, restaurants, and bars. On First Friday's it is a huge bustling corridor with food trucks, and open art studios. Don't miss graffiti alley.
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Crossroads
The Crossroads, KC is an area that holds a lot of art culture. You can find great galleries, restaurants, and bars. On First Friday's it is a huge bustling corridor with food trucks, and open art studios. Don't miss graffiti alley.
El Museo de Arte Nelson-Atkins
4525 Oak StNeighborhoods
Home to KC's Farmer's Market and many international restaurants/shops. It is a great place for produce, spices, flowers, and local goods.
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River Market
Home to KC's Farmer's Market and many international restaurants/shops. It is a great place for produce, spices, flowers, and local goods.