I LOVE this shop! It's like the time-honored "General Store" some may remember. It's truly a…read morecharming store from the beautiful flowers outside the front door, to the back walls, to the 2nd room, including life-size cutouts of Travis & Taylor there to greet you! Everywhere I turned, around every corner there was something that caught my eye and interest, especially all the unique food items, many hand-crafted by well-known independent companies in the KC Metro area. And the most extensive variety of Stonewall Kitchen jams, jellies, and preserves of every sort! I swooned at the sight of Pink Grapefruit Marmalade...you just can't leave here empty handed! Gift-able items galore, sure to please, because you know YOU want them too! Kitchen and housewares, unique grocery items, games...an almost endless variety. It's just delightful place to shop and browse. And be sure to try the epic assortment of the locally produced Polly's Pop!

I had visited this store a few years back and remembered it fondly as a cute store with neat…read morekitchen nick nacks and delectable food items. However, while in the area I decided to stop by since I am in the midst of a kitchen remodel, and I did not like the vibe I received from the woman in the store. I do not believe that she was the proprietor but someone who seemed to have hawkish eyes and a bit of cynical skepticism about her. I do not present myself like the regular provincial type of women from these parts. I am cool and confident and humble (but not in that Mary Kay way, if you know what I mean). It seems that I didn't fit her particular vision of who she wanted in there. B.T.W, I was the only there and am not surprised if this is because others have felt the same. I almost was about to purchase something that I liked but decided that I could definitely find it elsewhere.

We love this place! Have been a few times. It's on Raytown Road. Short drive from Lee's Summit…read more The Store has an amazing staff! Very friendly and competent. They have old school service and smiles. Great meat, friendly butchers and the folks at the front are super. We buy Curley's BBQ sauce here. Plus they have wonderful local KC bread and Amish eggs, farm fresh for $5.99 a dozen. High quality meat here, cut to spec and they have bigger quantity value packs you can order ahead and fill the freezer. The building is old, but spotless. Love the HUGE selection of wood and pellets here. It's amazing!! Buy local. This is a neighborhood gem!!

Nice meat house you can find various cuts of meat. Guys at meat counter are very helpfulread more

I stopped by to check it out, but I'll definitely keep coming back for the UCKC Monte Cristo and…read moreLyssa--I hope I spelled that right! Trying to capture how delicious everything was in one review is tough, but I'll give it my best. First off, customer service was outstanding--Lyssa truly knocked it out of the park. She was so delightful, and I couldn't help but laugh when we both got excited about my sandwich choice. These folks really know their stuff. They treat their animals with care and expertise, and it shows. Having been to many fine dining spots, I can honestly say the quality of meat here at The Upper Cut KC surpasses them all. I'm picky about my food and can tell great quality when I see it & taste it. The Upper Cut KC deserves way more than five stars--seriously, I mean it! I also tasted my daughter's brisket sandwich--absolutely tender beyond words. And don't miss their Mac & Cheese; it's worth a standing ovation! Do yourself a favor: just go and experience it! P.S.--The Butcher Shop inside brings back so many nostalgic memories.

4 star food, 3 star pricing and wait time…read more I'm not one to complian about pricing much but $31 for just this sandwich and small side is discouraging when compared to available options in the city. I thought the brisket sandwich was fairly tasty, but it wasn't huge, the onions weren't carmelized they were grilled, and the brisket wasn't smokey. The Mac and cheese was fine and good but not great. If I lived closer and I could get the above with a soda for $20-23, I would give it 4 stars. There's nothing amazing about it to earn 5 stars even if it were priced like I wish. The place wasn't that busy, but with one register running, 4 people in line, and ringing up 2 butcher orders that came in after I was there, it took me about 12 minutes to place the order and another 20 to have my sandwich and side.

They have the best taco meat in town! So tender and full of flavor. Upon request they will add…read moreonion, cilantro marinade, and seasoning to the taco meat. They have freshly made tortillas as well. I definitely recommend shopping here, they have so such things here. The fruit and veggies are always fresh too. The service is always good as well.

The new El Mercado Fresco makes the 3rd of this growing brand with-in 30 blocks of each other along…read moreIndependence Ave, and the 5th in the metro. This makes the 4th one that I've shopped at and is by far my new favorite, simply because of size. The added square feet gives a much better shopping experience and not as many times having to say - "pardon me" while navigating the compact produce and butcher areas and tight aisles. Not only does this EMF have a better and larger floor plan, they have added a small juice and ice cream stand near the front door. The produce selection and pricing is fantastic as is the gigantic butcher case and bakery. The three most important areas to judge a grocery store and they delivery on all of them. Today I loaded up on fruits and veggies for the week - (mangos 3 /$1 and limes 15 / $1) and then some fresh churros from the bakery. El Mercado Fresco - please come to the Northland; the Price Chopper location at N. Oak and Vivion will be vacant by years end. Please...

Canned Fish were all expired. Meh!…read more Owner looked at me like i was crazy! Not more for me

I have never seen an unkinder person in my life. I entered the store and she threw me out to wait…read moretwo more minutes because she is not ready for work yet. I said the door was open and she insisted I come out. Just to mention that I am an elderly disabled person.I will never check this store again!!

If you're looking for a legitimately delicious deli, look no further--this place is the real deal!…read more​The restaurant has a wonderfully quaint vibe, with a few tables inside and several benches outside to sit back and enjoy the food. What really stood out right away was the service. The lady taking our orders was incredibly nice and personable, and she actually took the time to walk us through the menu to make sure we got exactly what we wanted. ​I went with the #5, which is their version of a Sicilian Muffuletta. It was phenomenal. It's stacked with mortadella, salami, provolone, ham, and Swiss cheese, topped perfectly with a red wine vinaigrette chopped olive salad, all sitting on a beautifully toasted seeded loaf. ​One of my friends ordered the #20 Reuben, and it was a masterpiece. We're talking melt-in-your-mouth Wagyu corned beef, legit sauerkraut from Brooklyn, house-made Russian dressing, and melty Swiss, all piled high between two buttery, toasted slices of marble rye bread. ​Naturally, I also grabbed a couple of their homemade chocolate chip cookies, and we got a raspberry and blueberry tiramisu that was absolutely terrific. You just can't leave a place like this without hitting the dessert menu! ​I consider myself very lucky to have experienced this spot. Honestly, if I lived in the area, I'd probably gain 50 lbs--and it would be worth every single ounce!

WoW, The sandwiches are big, with soft, delicious bread, rich cheese, and flavorful meats they make…read moreat the restaurant. I've never had an Italian beef sandwich this good! They also sell their house-made sausages, breads and sides so you can take the goodness home with you! Highly recommend checking this place out!

Wanted to go for refills on my Tuscan olive oil and tried some other flavors and got new…read moreinformation on some options I haven't had. This place is always offering a warm welcome and the staff is so knowledgeable. I'm on the email listing and get updates on the new options or the lists for the cooking nights. I'd like to go to one in the future. The oils are very heart healthy and they offer a listing of what to pair with them and how to use them. If your in the area go by there, you won't be disappointed. Always an amazing option from marinating to salad dressings even adding them to waters for flavor.

Amazing taste and amazing service from a friendly lady can't wait to try again next time I come to…read moretown.

Ophelia's Restaurant had me excited before I even walked in. From the outside, it gives off a great…read morefirst impression--but unfortunately, that momentum stalled a bit at the door. My family and I entered and weren't greeted, despite there only being one other table seated. We ended up walking across the dining room ourselves before eventually being acknowledged. Not the strongest start. Once inside, the atmosphere had its ups and downs. The space itself is beautiful, but some details--like visible weeds and black tablecloths--took away from the overall polish. That said, things started to turn around once we got settled. I had the chance to meet the chef, who was incredibly personable and clearly passionate about his craft. We kicked things off with appetizers, and this is where the kitchen really began to shine. The lobster rangoons and tempura shrimp were both excellent--crispy, flavorful, and well-executed. For entrées, my daughter and sister-in-law both ordered the chef's burger and really enjoyed it. My niece had the steak frites and absolutely loved it. My wife ordered the lemon brick chicken with gnocchi and olive tapenade. After tasting it, I felt the gnocchi could have benefited from a quick sauté in clarified butter, finished with a squeeze of lemon and fresh herbs to bring out the depth the dish promised. I went with the Wagyu burger. The cook on it was spot-on, but the execution fell short. It came topped with three large slabs of bacon hanging well over the sides, making it difficult to eat without taking it apart. After adjusting it myself, I noticed it was under-seasoned--something as simple as a finishing salt would have elevated the richness of the Wagyu significantly. Overall, Ophelia's has a lot of potential. The food shows promise, the chef clearly knows his craft, and the space is visually appealing. With a few adjustments in both service and execution, this could easily become a top-tier spot. I'll be back--and I'd still recommend giving it a try. 4 out of 5 forks.

Amazing service. Very attentive to drinks and any questions. Beautiful interior with lovely live…read moremusic. Tables and booths available. Private party space available that is walled off. Food is fresh and amazing taste.