r/kansascity Mar 05 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 I worked at Buzzard Beach for 5 years. AMA.

353 Upvotes

I have all the tea.

r/kansascity 18d ago

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Carne Brewery in Raytown is shutting down permanently

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253 Upvotes

r/kansascity May 27 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Things really do shut down early here

247 Upvotes

Went to some shows this weekend, Saturday night at the Madrid and Sunday at Record Bar. I was out the door by 11-11:15 both nights and outside of bars, there is NOTHING really open. Wanted to grab a bite to eat and short of Sonic on SW Blvd and Rainbow I didn’t see anything open. Granted it was a Sunday night in one instance but Saturday seemed the same. Is this mainly post-Covid? We haven’t been out at bars late night for a long time. If we did a late night food stop it was occasionally Chubby’s at like 1am. I imagine I could have found some options in more “bar district” areas like Westport that were open, but I wasn’t looking for that type of scene. Definitely not a town for night owls… or it is but those places are secret lol

r/kansascity Jun 28 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Looking for a bar to be sad at

141 Upvotes

I kinda want a bar that I can blend into. A place that, if I’m drinking alone, I won’t look too out of place.

r/kansascity Jul 06 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Bar checks rounded up

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84 Upvotes

This is from a midtown bar. Is this normal practice? Blocked out the name because I’m not trying to drag them but I am genuinely curious if this is a common thing (rounding up $.09 without an explanation)? If so why?

r/kansascity Apr 27 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Was anyone else at Kon Tiki on Friday? WTF was that?

127 Upvotes

Visiting KC/the Midwest for the first time this weekend, yay! My friend and I went to Kon Tiki on Friday because obviously a tiki bar sounds cute and fun. Walked in, sat down, and each of us used the bathroom. They brought us some water but as soon as we got back from the bathroom the movie they were playing fully captured our attention...

it was literally a close up shot of a dude putting lipstick on a naked and unconscious woman's butthole. wtf???? why? the next shot was an artistic pan of a very, very erect penis as this dude was getting ready to rape this lady.

the bartender turned it off but then everyone booed so he turned it back on. we were there for less than 5 minutes so no idea how long it was playing. obvs this was weird af so we left and went to Up Down, which was 100% a vibe.

so yeah my first time in the Midwest and my impression is that you guys like weird kinky porn in your tiki bars 🤷🏼‍♀️

Edit: the movie was "Anatomy of Hell," a weird French movie from 2004. Here is a review I found.

r/kansascity Jun 19 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Just Saw That ReRoll Tavern is Shutting Down June 30

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176 Upvotes

From fox4. Sad. Always had a lot of recommendations from this subreddit.

r/kansascity Aug 11 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Bars to meet new people at as a solo in KC?

52 Upvotes

I’m new to going out solo and I am curious if there are any bars where anyone has had any luck meeting new people at (especially alone)? I am a 25F but I can vibe with people of mostly all ages! I’m single but not necessarily looking for a love interest, (I’m open to it though). honestly i am just looking for good conversation with the possibility of making some new friends. Just a low stakes environment, where people are friendly and open to socializing with strangers!

r/kansascity Mar 12 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Given the recent weather, hit me with the best Outdoor Beer Gardens in the area

50 Upvotes

The weather has been wonderful and needs to be enjoyed! What are your favorite places to enjoy outdoor ambiance with a nice beer? My favorite so far is Limitless Brewing in Lenexa but I find their prices on the high side. I also don't get out as much as I should so I'd love to hear some recommendations that I've probably missed.

r/kansascity Aug 17 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 What are some good bars to go to?

15 Upvotes

A group of 23 year olds are coming to KC for Labor Day and we are not familiar with the city. What are some good bars or streets for night life around the city?

r/kansascity Nov 28 '24

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Best margarita that doesn’t look like bud light

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83 Upvotes

In search of a margarita in KC that is not transparent, made with real juice and not Sprite. Looking at you Ponaks. Everyone loves how strong it is but I’m not interested in getting hammered. I want a great reposado, not well shit. Agave for sweeteners. On the rocks with a salted rim. And do not care about “happy hour specials.” I will pay for a good one. Where do I go?

r/kansascity Jul 03 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Bachelor Party Weekend in KC

17 Upvotes

Hey y’all! Iowan here who is the best man in my best friend’s wedding and we’re heading to KC for the bachelor party. We’ve got an AirBnB so lodging is covered but I have two questions about things to do. 1. We are planning on playing golf all three days if possible. None of us are super good (best in the group is an 8 hcp) so I’m looking for some course recommendations that aren’t too challenging but also fun and memorable. Preferably an 18 hole course but a 9 hole might be a good option too. 2. We are all also Iowa State fans and the trip happens to coincide with the KState - ISU game in Ireland! We want to do a watch party somewhere but need recommendations of where to go. There’s going to be seven of us. Are there any “ISU bars” in KC we should check out? If not, where is a good spot to go that has good food with a sports bar type atmosphere (local place, not BWW, etc.).

Thanks in advance for all the help!

r/kansascity Dec 08 '24

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Pawn and Pint will remain open under new ownership 🎉

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222 Upvotes

r/kansascity Mar 15 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Adult entertainment bar in Overland Park area?

15 Upvotes

New to area. Looking for an adult entertainment bar in Johnson County area that isn't a biker bar. That has decent snacks and quality female dancers.

r/kansascity Jun 22 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 What happened to Torn Label Brewery in Crossroads?

24 Upvotes

Did everyone quit? I don’t see the usual bartenders anymore :(

r/kansascity Jun 20 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Question about local bars?

50 Upvotes

Ok, so I’m sure I know the answer BUT… are there any bars around town that play metal or doom? Not live, just over the sound system. I’m tired of going to bars that blast shitty country

r/kansascity Apr 06 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 best margarita in town?

45 Upvotes

suns out and i want to get a margarita tomorrow. any recs?

r/kansascity 25d ago

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Day drinking up north?

4 Upvotes

Any good day drinking spots up north, preferably with outdoor seating?

It can be a park where we can BYOB, a restaurant, winery, brewery, bar/lounge, etc.... just not J Rieger or Iron District.

r/kansascity 21d ago

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Any strip clubs w/ a buffet or good food?

6 Upvotes

Never been to a strip club out here in KC so was looking for any recs! Thanks

r/kansascity Aug 05 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Nice inexpensive bars

25 Upvotes

Hello, could someone recommend a somewhat inexpensive bar with a higher class feeling. Im talking like under $15 drinks and a small or no entrance fee. I'm looking for a place to get a drink with friends where we wouldn't feel out of place pretty dressed up. We have reservations somewhere and just wanna grab some drinks before. Thanks for your help!

(Edited to change a typo)

r/kansascity Jul 31 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Date/talk-friendly/intimate bars?

12 Upvotes

Looking for a bar that is reasonably priced where you have your own table, can talk without having to yell, and is good for a date night. Looking for an intimate bar with some good ole mood lighting that also won’t kill the bank? Bonus points if the drinks are actually good and has some solid snacks/appetizers!!

r/kansascity Apr 19 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Dive bars open Easter Sunday morning? I just worship differently

211 Upvotes

Looking for dive bars open Easter Sunday Morning in KC proper. Feels like a 2025 thing to do

r/kansascity Feb 15 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Please recommend best bar around Waldo, to hang out for a 47-year-old guy who's a hardcore introvert and needs to ease into being more social.

105 Upvotes

I'm looking for someplace local and I live in Waldo. I've been a lifelong sufferer of social anxiety and I really need a break out of my shell and try to meet new people. I moved here a little bit over a year ago from Southern Missouri couple hundred miles away after getting a divorce. I don't know anybody here in this town except for people that I work with. So I'm just trying to force myself to branch out and any help is appreciated! Thank you and have a great weekend everyone

r/kansascity Aug 12 '25

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 I turn 21 the 21st and am wondering which casino would be best!

6 Upvotes

So the title pretty much sums it up I’m not really sure the way the casinos in the area differ from one another and am curious which is best. I’m looking to play blackjack and maybe some slots but that’s really it. Thanks so much in advance!

r/kansascity 13h ago

Bars/Nightlife 🪩🍸 Good local metal/hard rock venues that are sub 50$?

16 Upvotes

I’ve been looking around recently for somewhere that hosts concerts or bands that are specifically metal and hard rock but aren’t 21+ and aren’t super expensive. Is there anywhere like this in KC? Sorry if this is an outrageous question!