Bars in Kansas City
124 bars across 37 neighborhoods.
From basement jazz rooms in the Crossroads to Westport dives that have outlasted every trend, this is where Kansas City drinks. Cocktail lounges, breweries, sports bars, arcade bars, and the kind of dive where the bartender remembers you. Sorted by neighborhood so you can find what is actually near you.
Bars in Crossroads
- brewery
BKS Artisan Ales — Crossroads
GABF-winning brewery's Crossroads taproom with 16 taps of experimental brews, cider, and mead.
- brewery
Border Brewing Company
Community-driven Crossroads taproom pioneering KC's first local craft non-alcoholic beer series.
- brewery
Boulevard Brewing Co.
KC's largest and most beloved craft brewery. Tours available. The beer hall has great views of the city.
- brewery
Casual Animal Brewing Company
Small-batch brewery with 11 rotating taps, greenhouse vibes, and $2-per-pint nonprofit donations.
- dive-bar
Chartreuse Saloon
Inclusive neighborhood bar with billiards, darts, bar food, and monthly pool tournaments.
- brewery
City Barrel Brewery & Kitchen
Upscale brewery with a chef-driven kitchen and rotating craft beers in the Crossroads.
- cocktail-bar
Fern Bar
Latin and Caribbean-inspired cocktails in a historic Crossroads bank building. Best New Bar 2024.
- jazz-bar
Green Lady Lounge
Live jazz nightly until 3am. No TVs, just original Kansas City jazz in the Crossroads.
- beer-bar
International Taphouse — Crossroads
50+ rotating draft taps and hundreds of bottles. Bring your own food, dog-friendly patio.
- cocktail-bar
Kon Tiki Room
KC's only mid-century tiki lounge with tropical cocktails, a full Polynesian food menu, and a private lava lounge.
- distillery
Lifted Spirits Distillery
Craft distillery in a converted stable. Known for absinthe, gin, and creative cocktails.
- distillery
Mean Mule Distilling Co.
Small-batch Crossroads distillery specializing in American Agave Spirit and craft cocktails.
- whiskey-bar
Oak & Steel
24 rotating craft beer taps and 100+ whiskeys served neat or over hand-cut ice.
- rooftop-bar
Percheron Rooftop Bar
Seasonal rooftop bar atop the Crossroads Hotel with 360-degree views of the KC skyline.
- speakeasy
Swordfish Tom's
Cash-only Crossroads speakeasy with a strict no-phones policy. Impeccable cocktails in a secret setting.
- wine-bar
Tannin Wine Bar & Kitchen
Crossroads wine bar with 50+ wines by the glass, a full kitchen, and a city-view patio.
- rooftop-bar
The Mercury Room
Fourteenth-floor rooftop bar with panoramic KC skyline views. Craft cocktails, small plates, and sunset magic.
- distillery
Tom's Town Distilling Co.
Art Deco distillery inspired by KC's Prohibition era and political boss Tom Pendergast.
- brewery
Torn Label Brewing
Small-batch craft brewery in the Crossroads with rotating taps and a laid-back taproom.
- rooftop-bar
Vye Cocktail Lounge
Rooftop cocktail lounge with skyline views and elevated craft cocktails in the Crossroads.
Bars in Westport
- dive-bar
Buzzard Beach
Legendary Westport dive bar known for the cheapest drinks in KC, arcade games, and pool tables.
- sports-bar
Harpo's
Westport staple since 1991 with cold beer, bar food, and a large tree-shaded patio.
- dive-bar
Kelly's Westport Inn
KC's oldest bar (since 1947) in the oldest building in KC (1851). A Westport institution.
- nightclub
Lotus
Westport's top Latin nightclub. Two levels, multiple DJs, VIP areas, and bottle service.
- nightclub
Missie B's
KC's premier LGBTQ nightclub. Open 365 days, nightly drag shows, karaoke, and LED dance floor.
- nightclub
Q Kansas City
Westport's premier LGBTQ+ nightclub. DJs, dancing, drag shows, and an inclusive party atmosphere.
- outdoor-bar
The Patio
Outdoor Westport venue with 300+ seats, firepits, DJs, and live music under the trees.
- arcade-bar
Up-Down
Retro arcade bar with 50+ vintage games, pinball machines, and a huge rooftop patio. All games are just 25 cents. Great craft beer and pizza too.
- arcade-bar
Westport Bar & Rec
7,000 sq ft bar with 50+ games, two full-service bars, craft cocktails, and DJs.
Bars in North Kansas City
- brewery
Callsign Brewing
Locally-owned craft brewery with 15+ beers on tap, an open-air patio, and a dog-friendly taproom. A favorite gathering spot in NKC's Burlington corridor.
- sports-bar
Chappell's Restaurant & Sports Museum
USA Today Top 10 sports bar with 10,000+ memorabilia items across 7,200 sq ft. A sports lover's dream.
- bar
Christine's Firehouse Bar & Grill
Beloved NKC institution in a converted firehouse. Famous for its massive pork tenderloin sandwich, cold beer, and live music nights. A true neighborhood bar.
- brewery
Cinder Block Brewery
North KC brewery with 17+ house brews on tap. Spacious taproom and friendly neighborhood vibe.
- dive-bar
Helen's JAD Bar & Grill
JAD stands for 'Just Another Dive.' Antique 1895 bar, 30 taps, and great pub food.
- distillery
Restless Spirits Distilling
North KC craft distillery producing Irish-style whiskey, gin, and vodka. Tasting room on-site.
- wine-bar
Sail Away Wine
Self-pour wine bar with 72 wines on tap. Explore by the ounce with self-service dispensing machines.
Bars in Downtown
- rooftop-bar
Horsefeather Social
Seasonal rooftop bar atop the Loews KC Hotel. Fire pits, craft cocktails, and downtown views. Closed for winter — reopens spring 2026.
- cocktail-bar
Nighthawk
Moody downtown cocktail bar with inventive drinks and a dark, intimate atmosphere perfect for late nights.
- speakeasy
P.S. Speakeasy
Hidden speakeasy inside Hotel Phillips, accessed through a secret door in the basement mail room.
- speakeasy
The Brass Monkey Lounge
Hidden speakeasy downtown with vintage cocktails, jazz vibes, and a password-at-the-door mystique.
- jazz-bar
The Phoenix
Iconic downtown jazz and piano bar operating since 1905. Live music, great food, and Sunday brunch.
- dive-bar
Zoo Bar
Classic downtown dive bar. Cash only, pool tables, graffiti walls, and cheap beer.
Bars in River Market
- sports-bar
Block 15 Tavern & Exchange
Basement sports bar in the Ebenezer building with darts, beer pong, and a dog-friendly patio.
- bar
John's Big Deck
River Market rooftop bar with great views, tropical cocktails, and a party atmosphere.
- brewery
River Bluff Brewing
Award-winning craft brewery in a historic 1901 building with a dog-friendly patio and pinball.
- brewery
Strange Days Brewing Co.
Globally-inspired craft brewery popular with soccer fans for early-morning match viewing on weekends.
- sports-bar
The Blue Line Hockey Bar
KC's only hockey-themed bar. Family-owned since 2011 in the River Market.
- cocktail-bar
Varsity Club
1970s-themed basement cocktail bar with 10 pinball machines and curated drinks.
Bars in Midtown
- nightclub
Aura KC
Premier EDM venue with the Midwest's most advanced production and sound system.
- dive-bar
Chez Charlie
No exterior signage, free vintage jukebox, and cold cheap beer. A true Midtown dive since 1968.
- lgbtq-bar
Hamburger Mary's
Burgers, cocktails, and fabulous drag shows in Midtown. A welcoming LGBTQ+ staple with nightly entertainment.
- lgbtq-bar
Sidekicks Saloon
Friendly Midtown LGBTQ+ bar with karaoke, darts, and a laid-back neighborhood vibe.
- lgbtq-bar
Woody's KC
Longtime Midtown LGBTQ+ bar with a relaxed vibe. Pool, patio, and a welcoming crowd every night.
Bars in West Bottoms
- winery
Amigoni Urban Winery
West Bottoms urban winery producing wine on-site. European-style varietals in a historic building.
- dive-bar
Lucky Boys
Gritty West Bottoms dive bar with cheap drinks, a pool table, and an authentic after-hours feel.
- brewery
Stockyards Brewing Co.
West Bottoms brewery with free live bluegrass and folk music every Sunday afternoon.
- cocktail-bar
The Ship
Craft cocktail bar in a converted old warehouse in the West Bottoms. Creative drink menu, intimate atmosphere, and rotating art installations.
- distillery
West Bottoms Whiskey Co.
Craft whiskey cocktail parlor in the historic West Bottoms. Best Old Fashioned in KC multiple years running.
Bars in Brookside
- gastropub
Beer Kitchen
Craft beer-focused gastropub with a rotating tap wall of 40+ beers. Elevated bar food, weekend brunch, and a fun patio in the heart of Brookside.
- brewery
BKS Artisan Ales
Belgian-inspired craft ales in Brookside. Small-batch, limited-release beers for the discerning palate.
- sports-bar
Charlie Hooper's
Brookside institution for game day. Cold beer, great burgers, and a patio that's always packed.
- brewery
City Barrel Brewing
Neighborhood brewery with a diverse tap list and regular food truck visits. Great patio.
Bars in Independence
- brewery
3 Trails Brewing Co.
Craft brewery on the historic Independence Square named after the three great westward trails. House-brewed beers, flatbreads, and a welcoming taproom.
- sports-bar
Saints Pub + Patio
Lively sports bar with a huge patio, craft drinks, and game-day specials. Great for groups before or after events.
- bar-grill
Tavern 24
Local bar and grill on Highway 24 with cold drafts, burgers, and a friendly neighborhood vibe.
- sports-bar
Twin Peaks
Lodge-style sports bar with big screens, scratch-made food, and 29-degree beer. Perfect game-day pregame spot.
Bars in Lee's Summit
- brewery
Diametric Brewing
Local craft brewery with a rotating selection of house-brewed beers and a relaxed, community-oriented taproom.
- cocktail-bar
Libations & Company
Craft cocktail bar on the ground floor with The 1909 Club upstairs — a jazz and blues music hall. Live performances, great drinks, and a vibrant downtown atmosphere.
- brewery
Smoke Brewing Company
Championship BBQ meets house-brewed craft beer in downtown Lee's Summit. Brisket, burnt ends, ribs, and house-brewed beers. A cornerstone of the Strother District.
- speakeasy
The W
Hidden speakeasy above a downtown shop. No sign — ring the buzzer at an unmarked door. Award-winning cocktails in a moody, intimate setting. Reservations by text only.
Bars in Parkville
- wine-bar
Parkville Wine House
Vibrant wine bar in a charming 100-year-old house. Wine flights, curated selections, spirits, and shareable plates. A relaxing social spot.
- brewery
Rochester Brewing & Roasting
Craft brewery and coffee roastery in a tiny historic train depot with a caboose and boxcar. Fresh-roasted coffee by morning, house-brewed craft beer by afternoon.
- distillery
S.D. Strong Distilling
The world's only legal distillery in a cave, 65 feet underground in Parkville. Tours by reservation.
- pub
The Craic Irish Pub
Authentic Irish pub in the heart of downtown Parkville. Traditional Irish food, ample beer and whiskey selection, and a lively, welcoming atmosphere.
Bars in Power & Light
- nightclub
Besos y Abrazos
Latin-inspired nightclub in Power & Light. Salsa, reggaeton, and mezcal cocktails with a vibrant dance floor.
- nightclub
Howl at the Moon
Dueling pianos entertainment in Power & Light. Sing along, dance, and enjoy a high-energy night out.
- sports-bar
Johnny's Tavern
Power & Light sports bar with 50+ HDTVs. KC's go-to spot for watching any game.
- sports-bar
No Other Pub
Official Sporting KC bar in Power & Light. Giant video wall, bowling, golf sims, and gaming.
Bars in Shawnee
- cocktail-bar
Drastic Measures
Nationally recognized cocktail lounge with a speakeasy vibe. Creative, seasonal craft cocktails in an intimate setting. On the World's 50 Best Discovery list.
- brewery
Friction Beer Co.
Craft brewery in a 100-year-old former hardware building. Good music and better beer. Part of Shawnee's walkable brewery row.
- brewery
Servaes Brewing Company
The first Kansas brewery owned and operated by a female head brewer. Welcoming taproom with rotating craft beers in downtown Shawnee.
- brewery
Transport Brewery
Family-friendly Shawnee brewery with rotating food trucks and a dog-friendly outdoor patio.
Bars in Liberty
- brewery
3 Halves Brewing Co.
Small-batch craft brewery on Liberty's historic square. Rotating taps and a friendly taproom vibe.
- speakeasy
34 South Main
Hidden speakeasy behind an unmarked door on Liberty's Main Street. Inventive cocktails, moody ambiance, and downtown-caliber drinks in a small-town square.
- dive-bar
The Corner Bar
Liberty's go-to dive. Cold beer, friendly bartenders, and a jukebox that never disappoints.
Bars in Overland Park
- winery
Aubrey Vineyards
OP's own vineyard and winery with rolling vines. Wine tastings, beautiful outdoor grounds, and a peaceful escape from suburban strip malls.
- brewery
Brew Lab
Started as a homebrew supply shop, evolved into a full brewpub. Small-batch experimental brews, food menu, and a neighborhood feel in downtown OP.
- wine-bar
Vintage '78 Wine Bar
Intimate wine bar in Overland Park with over 50 wines by the glass. Perfect for a quiet evening out.
Bars in Plaza
- rooftop-bar
Prime Social
Sky-high rooftop lounge above the Plaza. Bottle service, stunning views, and a see-and-be-seen atmosphere.
- sports-bar
The Granfalloon
Plaza sports bar known for Chiefs and Royals watch parties. Great food and a lively game-day atmosphere.
- cocktail-bar
The Monarch Bar
Cocktail Bar of the Year. Expertly crafted seasonal cocktails in a sophisticated Plaza-area setting.
Bars in Strawberry Hill
- dive-bar
403 Club
No-frills neighborhood bar on Strawberry Hill. Cash-friendly prices and a truly local KCK experience.
- dive-bar
Fat Matt's Vortex
Wonderfully weird KCK dive bar. Cheap drinks, quirky decor, and a devoted Strawberry Hill following.
- brewery
Strawberry Hill Brewing
KCK's first craft brewery on Strawberry Hill. Local brews, food trucks, and a welcoming community taproom.
Bars in Waldo
- cocktail-bar
Bobby Baker's Lounge
Craft cocktail lounge tucked into Waldo. Creative drinks, mood lighting, and a relaxed date-night atmosphere.
- brewery
KC Bier Co.
German-style lager brewery with a massive biergarten. Fresh unfiltered lagers brewed to Reinheitsgebot standards. Great pretzels and brats too.
- dive-bar
Walsh's Corner Cocktails
Classic Waldo dive bar with cheap drinks, pool tables, and a no-pretense neighborhood vibe.
Bars in 18th & Vine
- jazz-club
Blue Room Jazz Club
Intimate jazz club inside the American Jazz Museum. Live jazz Monday and weekends keep the spirit of KC's jazz heritage alive and swinging.
- brewery
Vine Street Brewing Co.
Missouri's first Black-owned brewery in the historic 18th & Vine Jazz District. Community-focused craft beer.
Bars in 39th Street
Bars in Blue Springs
- bar
Brewer's Sports Bar & Grill
Family-owned neighborhood bar with incredible burgers and one of the best draft beer selections in Blue Springs. Lively atmosphere at night.
- brewery
East Forty Brewing
Downtown Blue Springs craft brewery with small-batch beers, cocktails, pizza, and live music. A cornerstone of the downtown scene.
Bars in Leawood
- pub
Conroy's Public House
Authentic Irish pub with hearty pub fare, strong beer and whiskey selection, and a warm neighborhood atmosphere. A refreshing alternative to Leawood's polished dining.
- cocktail-bar
Verdigris
Seasonally inspired craft cocktails from the team behind The Monarch Bar. Elegant Leawood setting.
Bars in Legends
Bars in Olathe
- brewery
Red Crow Brewing Company
Standout craft brewery with 15 beers on tap including gluten-free options. Cocktails, food truck collabs, and a laid-back patio atmosphere.
- brewpub
Tall Trellis Brew Co.
Family-friendly brewpub with well-crafted flight selections, whipped feta skillet, and a large outdoor patio. Great for beer enthusiasts and families alike.
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