This was a cute little spot for a nice calm night with a friend. The atmosphere was warm,…read morewelcoming, and slightly on the fancier side (which was also reflected in the prices) We ordered.... lavender cocktails (sorry-forgot the name) that was a little on the sour side, but perfectly presented in a cute flute glass.... The Deviled Eggs - the star of the show! 10/10 (the bacon was my favorite)... The Union Burger and truffle fries - basically what you'd expect in a burger. Good portion size. (Was disappointed by the fries).... and the Savory bowl that came with a spicy sauce where a little goes a long way - Yummy! (and lots of leftovers which is always good). If I was just judging the food and drinks, I would probably have given it 4 stars. But our server was so kind, funny, and helpful with the menu. She really made our experience whole! All in all, I'd come again just for 100 orders of the deviled eggs and the excellent service. I'd skip the fries next time. Thanks Union on the hill for a good night! 5/5

A hidden gem in the area. A quick walk from Children's Mercy Hospital up the hill. We came here for…read morebrunch and they offer both indoor and outdoor seating. We started with the deviled egg flight, which was full of different flavors. I had the biscuit and gravy with a side of fruit. And my Husband had the Eggs Benedict. Our food came out hot and tasted fresh. We had a great experience and loved the intimate setting inside and we plan to come back in the evening for dinner.

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.

Such a great spot!! Came back for brunch and had the Crab Cake BLT with a fruit cup side. So dang…read moregood!! Love this place!

If you are an appreciative foodie and looking for something in KCMO other than BBQ or steaks, I…read morestrongly recommend that you check out The Antler Room over by the University dental school. Nondescript and in the middle of a quiet University neighborhood, there is easy street parking and welcome glow coming from this place which is the only business on the block after dark. Enter and see a half rectangle bar and an open view small kitchen with a lot of serious chefs in there paying a lot of attention to their craft. You know you are in for something interesting when they all look like misfits but are concentrating so hard you would think that they were in a chemistry lab turning out a detailed report. Everything here is shared family style and when I first saw the menu, I was preparing myself to be either disappointed or hungry since some of the items seemed so simple (like a $16 sharable plate of roasted carrots) that I was wondering if it was a joke. That small plate of carrots and labneh turned out to be one of the greatest things of the night! Multi-complex flavors did not cover up the sweet taste of a simple carrot. It was really well-done! Every other dish we ordered was equally delicious. If you are a knowledgeable wine person, the list here is deserving of an award for being approachable, mostly affordable, and quite inventive. There were many producers represented that I would consider small, family oriented, very local to their area, or boutique in nature. Most selections were not into triple digits. That is a beautiful thing for people that enjoy fun pairings with their meal. If I had 1 gripe for the night it would be that they do not offer their customers any access to their wifi connection. That seems very old school for a place that is in the genre of being creative, inventive and modern. I did read some of the reviews that are critical about this for not having a fine dining experience. It is true that the prices are not cheap but it is my opinion that the prices are based on what the kitchen is turning out (outstanding food that is true to the ingredients it is focusing on) and not on symbols of fine dining such as white tablecloths, sommeliers, or a maître d'. This place is all about what the team in the kitchen can turn out and not about whether they fluff your napkin for you when you get up to pee. The Antler Room is a welcome respite from the excellent BBQ that KCMO is known for. It is worth a visit if you are a foodie that appreciates a great kitchen that respects the ingredients it is working with.

I felt like the Antler Room provided dishes that were intriguing. However, at the end of the day, I…read morefelt like the place had been over-hyped. I'd consider it an option for fine dining in Kansas City, but it's not a place I'm dying to go back. If you've had fine dining in larger cities or internationally, you may feel the same. We ordered: --Cauliflower (romesco, golden raisin & caper vinaigrette, garlic, almonds, parsley) --Pappardelle (orchard morels, escargot, pickled mushrooms, black garlic butter, seaweed bread crumbs) --Grilled Pork Steak (sakura pork collar, gochujang pepper jelly glaze, ramp kimchi polenta, red eye gravy, spinach) --Garganelli (heirloom cherry tomatoes, marinated artichokes, pickled green chilis, basil, parmigiano reggiano)

Pickle ball is a definitely skill that I would like to have!…read more There are a ton of pickle ball courts available and to rent a paddle I think is $5. The staff is super nice and helpful to all my beginner questions. The other players were pretty nice too which definitely helps the overall experience. There are rooms you can rent if you want to have a party and need your own space. It was a great workout and a challenge but I enjoyed it!

What a great reuse of space. The former coco key turned into indoor pickleball courts with a full…read morebar, and coffee station making it a fun and energetic space. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Food is tasty. During the week they have food and drink specials. Tourneys, instructional sessions, leagues and everything in between keep this space activated and buzzing. Tip: if you plan on going after a chiefs home game, know the back routes or else you'll be caught in some awful traffic. Another tip: this is a cashless business. You can view the calendar and pay from their app.

very good service and exceptional food!! love the atmosphere completely! love the art work and…read moregallery upstairs and court yard outside with the beautiful scenery and bands that play.

I stopped by Vivilore this July to update my garden review as in May those epic gardens had not…read morebeen planted yet by the new owner. The gardens were filled in and their outdoor patio looked inviting. When this July 2026 heat wave has passed I'll return to sit on the patio and enjoy the great vibes.

Wow'd me and my family once again!…read more For apps, we ordered the Brussel sprouts, grilled octopus, arancini, and the truffle gnocchi. All of these were delicious, but the grilled octopus won that round. Entrees that were ordered were the salmone, the vitello alla valdostana, capesante, the trota, and lastly the funghi. PLATEs were wiped clean. This place is so chic and such a vibe. We have been coming here as a family the past few years to celebrate different occasions and I'm sure we will be back next year to continue the tradition! :)

My friend and I came here before going to the zoo. What a cozy atmosphere. The service was great…read moreand the food hit the spot. Each time I come here, I try something different. The spaghetti with meatball did not disappoint. Highly recommend getting the focaccia bread. It's almost like a dessert. Tip - There is a parking garage for this restaurant but it's a little awkward.

Late night bite to eat…read more Seafood pasta with crab, shrimp, mussels and a great garlic cream with tomatoes sprinkled in. The dish was very rich with Parmesan, so much flavor. My mom enjoyed the very mild flavor on the salmon. The quinoa with mushrooms and spinach plated matched as a side with the salmon.

The staff and the restaurant were nice. All very accommodating and super friendly. Definitely felt…read morelike a family-oriented restaurant. However, what I ordered was a bit on the salty side: the gravy and the breading of the chicken steak itself. The brunch menu was kinda straightforward and nothing special, but I would be back again to try the dinner menu. Also, the mimosas were fantastic!

Really enjoyed this place great atmosphere. Everything was good. Can't really complain here.read more

BEST tenderloins in the city. It's a total dive that has the charm of a true American bar. We…read morehave been coming here for years for their tenderloins. Do yourself a favor and stop on in here!

If you're ever in the area and craving breakfast, stop whatever you're doing and give Ginger's a…read moretry! I came in for the first time today and wow am I impressed! The chorizo omelet is FIRE and the staff is wonderful. They always made sure my coffee was full and I was taken care of. I was amazed that they weren't busier! Please come in and experience this place for yourself... I promise you won't regret it!

We were on the hunt for a really good, non-chain burger. After looking at reviews, we decided to…read moregive this place a try. Service was good. It is not a big place, but plenty of seating. When it came to the food, it was meh at best. We got the jalapeno burger and the avocado burger. The patties are reminiscent of cafeteria burgers in school. There was no mayo or mustard or any type of sauce on them. The bottom bun was soggy shortly after being served, likely due to the veggies. Needless to say, we did not get our burger fix. So we won't come here again for that. Burger preferences are subjective, so just because it wasn't for us doesn't mean you can't try for yourself. We do plan to go back to try the breakfast items though.