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Located in the heart of downtown's bustling Quality Hill/Garment district, Tanner's has been operating at 10th and Broadway for about as long as anyone can remember, and they still pack the...
Located in the heart of downtown's bustling Quality Hill/Garment district, Tanner's has been operating at 10th and Broadway for about as long as anyone can remember, and they still pack the customers in. The tap selection is composed of an abundance of "big three"(AB, Miller, Coors) beers, and a smattering of craft and import beers.
The food is consistent, and often delicious, especially the Thursday night steak special. The staff is an ever-changing parade of young waitresses, leap-frogging their way up the seamy underbelly of Kansas City's food service industry. But even so, they're eager to please.
There is nothing particularly exciting about Tanner's, but there's nothing really wrong with it either. As a nearby resident, it usually finds its way onto my evening route, either at the beginning, or at the end.
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The Flea Market boasts Kansas City's tastiest burger, carefully selected from the finest McGonigle's beef, and pressed, all ten ounces of it, between two massive buns.
But the sublime burger is...
The Flea Market boasts Kansas City's tastiest burger, carefully selected from the finest McGonigle's beef, and pressed, all ten ounces of it, between two massive buns.
But the sublime burger is not the only attraction. About 25 taps line the wall behind the bar, and the decor is that of a real, working flea market, that operates every week. The bar and restaurant are just kind of shimmied between parts of the flea market.
Bring cash, because they don't take cards.
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There is always a nice crowd at Boozefish, and rarely the sort of folks that frequent the noisier, smokier bars down the street in the heart of Westport. As the name of the place implies, the wine...
There is always a nice crowd at Boozefish, and rarely the sort of folks that frequent the noisier, smokier bars down the street in the heart of Westport. As the name of the place implies, the wine selection, along with the pourers' knowledge thereof, is very impressive. But, Boozefish also boasts a very passable tap selection, including the local rarity Bully! Porter, from Boulevard Brewery.
This is a great spot to sit and have a relaxing drink and conversation.
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As the only really pleasant grocery store within a reasonable distance of the homes of hundreds of thousands, Sunfresh is a very busy store. Located in Westport, the selection is constantly...
As the only really pleasant grocery store within a reasonable distance of the homes of hundreds of thousands, Sunfresh is a very busy store. Located in Westport, the selection is constantly expanding, but for boring people like, me, the frozen stuff is also available in abundance.
For being the only real option for groceries, for many people, it is still a very nice place to shop.
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I have been to this place a number of times, and they've always been friendly. However, when I walk in, I say to myself, "I am definitely not Italian." Anthony's is a standard for a lot of the old...
I have been to this place a number of times, and they've always been friendly. However, when I walk in, I say to myself, "I am definitely not Italian." Anthony's is a standard for a lot of the old Italian families in Kansas City, with Paul Anka, Tony Bennett, and other old standards playing on the sound system, almost all the time. It's also one of downtown's only bars with a 3am license.
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With the bar stretching almost the length of the right side of the room, and the brewing equipment all around, including a big glassed-in island in the middle, 75th Street Brewery wears on its...
With the bar stretching almost the length of the right side of the room, and the brewing equipment all around, including a big glassed-in island in the middle, 75th Street Brewery wears on its sleeve its focus: beer. With five flavors on tap all the time, the beer is always tasty, but they also maintain a rotating mix of seasonal beers, and usually even have something on Kansas City's only cask-conditioned barrel.
The food complements the beer very well. The pizzas are tasty and fast, and the burgers and barbecue will satisfy even the most discerning carnivores. On weekends, including Sunday, come early if you want to get a seat, because this place fills up quickly.
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Drunks? Hobos? Artists? Weird old ladies? Yep. You get all kinds at Town Topic. Some would say that "the Topic" attracts such an eclectic mix because of its all-night hours, but those people...
Drunks? Hobos? Artists? Weird old ladies? Yep. You get all kinds at Town Topic. Some would say that "the Topic" attracts such an eclectic mix because of its all-night hours, but those people probably haven't experienced the bigger burger. As a person who has partaken of the famed burger multiple times, I can say that the hours might be a factor in attracting crowds, but the food is what keeps them coming back.
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KCI is an odd airport. Most people that I've talked to about it have never been to Kansas City, except to change planes, which, at KCI, is an annoying experience. The security checkpoints are spread...
KCI is an odd airport. Most people that I've talked to about it have never been to Kansas City, except to change planes, which, at KCI, is an annoying experience. The security checkpoints are spread out, so one checkpoint will cover an area that serves five or six gates. So, getting through security is much easier than at most airports.
The gripe most people have is that almost all the services, including bathrooms, are outside security. This causes some frustration among many travelers. The word is, though, that services are being added to the secure areas, including precious bathrooms.
For locals and people for whom KC is their final destination, however, it makes for a very pleasant and easy experience, as in most cases, a traveler will only need to go through security once.
A gripe that locals(including myself) have about KCI is its remoteness. Either, you drive yourself or a rental car to get there, or you pay $40 for a cab, and that's only from downtown.
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I am meeting a friend at a bar in Waldo, and I know there's going to be little chance that I'll be able to drive home safely. No Problem! I just walk over to 10th and Main and hop on the next...
I am meeting a friend at a bar in Waldo, and I know there's going to be little chance that I'll be able to drive home safely. No Problem! I just walk over to 10th and Main and hop on the next Waldo-bound bus provided by the Kansas City Area Transit Authority(KCATA).
I can get to any part of the urban core on the bus, and I love taking it. I can sit quietly, listen to music, read, or just look at the city. It gets me outside for some much needed natural exercise, and most importantly, it gets me out of my car.
It's a win-win.
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When you walk in the fun revolving door, there's usually a piano being played, off to your right, and numerous urban professionals all around. Bulldog bills itself as an upscale bar and grill, and...
When you walk in the fun revolving door, there's usually a piano being played, off to your right, and numerous urban professionals all around. Bulldog bills itself as an upscale bar and grill, and on both points, they succeed beautifully.
Over fifteen beer taps, about ten bottles, along with impressive selections of both wine and liquor, are served with grace and congeniality by the capable and knowledgeable staff.
Good for any occasion.
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