La Bodega is bright, enchanting, has a fantastic outdoor seating, the one caveat is that inside…read moredining room is loud, always had been. Happy hour is one of my favorites, Monday-Friday 2-5pm. The food is so tasty, prepared well and I like that certain items are presented differently, on wood planks. Tapas are $8.00 along with a selection of 5 wines for $7.00 a glass My server, Ojoly T. Was outstanding! Best service I've had in a long time. I could tell he's worked in fine dining. The way his holds himself, picks up plates, effortlessly guides you through the menu with and wine suggestions. Even though it was Happy Hour he still provided top notch service.

Had dinner here on a Sunday night. The place wasn't too busy, but the ambiance was great. I started…read morewith the pineapple mezcal drink (La Piña Ahumada) -- not too sweet, with just the right amount of smokiness. It was one of the best mezcal cocktails I've ever had, and I stuck to those for the rest of the night. Drinks came out incredibly fast, and our server was attentive and informative. My favorites were the Higos y Queso de Cabra and the Pintxo de Pollo y Chorizo. We ordered about seven different dishes and enjoyed them all -- the food was filling, fresh, and tasted homemade. One of my new favorites in KC.

Food, service and ambiance are spot on!…read more We are already talking about coming back. Be sure to order the Sangria.

Pretty good food and good vibes here! I thought the tapas were fairly well-portioned but a bit…read moreoverpriced for what they were. I wasn't super impressed with the charcuterie selection, and I found the service to be a bit lacking - there were a few times where the server wasn't listening and brought us the wrong thing or something extra that we didn't ask for, but just paid for. I think this is a welcome addition to Shawnee, and in a great location.

We loved this restaurant! From the location- in the river market/farmers market (right along the…read morestreet car route) to a great menu (both Greek and Italian options). We started with the spicy hummus and I absolutely loved it. Next up was the small Greek salad. This was my husband's favorite part of the meal. It was an authentic Greek salad with no lettuce...delicious. I had the chicken piccata and would order it again. It was large and I was able to take half home. The drink menu was pretty dang good too. I had a glass of cava and my husband had a draft Peroni beer. The vibes match the location: it's intimate but in a busier part of town. The sound level easily allows you to talk to those at your table, but then there's plenty of people watching. Lastly, our server was great! We will definitely be back

Ambiance was amazing, my fiancé and I were able to chit chat while also observing the restaurant…read morewith little to none disruptions. We came during a "shift switch" if you may, and were seated with a PM server. It did take, more than I would consider "normal" to be greated, but the rest made up for that. She did do an amazing job of checking-in and providing water refills along with asking if we would need alcoholic refills. Overall I would 100% recommend this spot to someone else. Their sister restaurant Ragazza is just as amazing. Cheer!

This place was adorable! We were greeted and seated by the lovely owner. The brunch menu was…read moresimple, and there were many drink options! We enjoyed the breakfast scramble with egg, Gruyère, mushrooms, red pepper and bacon, and also the creamed corn beef. Each entree was served with a small bowl of fruit and a small salad. The food was absolutely delicious, with high quality ingredients and lots of flavor! The service was attentive but not over bearing. Would absolutely recommend and would return!

Drinks are priced well for what you get, atmosphere and staff are PHENOMENAL…read more Me and my friend had gabby as our server and she was just fantastic. As someone who works in the service industry, I can judge appropriately at how a place is functioning and servers like Gabby make the place what it is. Lovely experience.

This very might be my favorite restaurant ever. I am a sucker for delicious tapas and immaculate…read morevibes, and Extra Virgin has them both! With a nice outdoor patio right off a streetcar stop and a fun and fancy indoor, I always have so much fun here for dinner and drinks. I have been here for casual dinners, dates, anniversaries, and everything in between and have loved it every time! Everyone is always so kind and helpful, recommending their favorite plates and how much food should be enough for your party. They rotate out some of their plates periodically, keeping the menu fresh and new, while also keeping the classics that I love. My absolute favorite dish that I get every time is the grilled ricotta and bread as an appetizer. The ricotta is perfectly light and the bread is charred to perfection, I highly recommend it. Some other dishes we love (some not pictured): the cucumber salad, raw oysters, sautéed mushrooms. You really cannot go wrong I dream of going back to KC to order Extra Virgin again.

Got it -- here's the revised version with that correction integrated cleanly:…read more We stopped in for a quick snack before waiting for the streetcar during the World Cup. We didn't have reservations and were dressed casually. The hostess was friendly and welcoming, and we were seated in what was referred to as the "other dining room," down a dark hallway into a musty, warm, and humid space. Service was prompt and courteous, but the food was very disappointing. We were served a cucumber salad that oddly tasted like peanuts, followed by six completely flavorless meatballs--no seasoning at all, not even salt. The prices might be reasonable if the quality matched expectations, but it didn't. The contrast between the main dining room and the "other room" also felt stark and uncomfortable, as if it were a second-tier seating area. Overall, I would not recommend this restaurant based on this experience.

A really solid place. John's a great bartender who can mix an edgy Old Fashioned. His Manhattan was…read moreclassic, so smooth. A rather large menus but we went for the Caesar salads, creative with bits of bacon and kale. The dressing was lite--thank you. Plenty of shaved parmigiana cheese. Some Yelpers have complained. Don't know why, really. We certainly would return.

We chose Dott Boss for breakfast based on the menu and reviews, but unfortunately our experience…read morefell short of expectations. The restaurant appeared to be significantly understaffed, which likely contributed to several issues during our visit. I ordered the Steak & Two Eggs and requested my steak medium rare. It arrived well done with no pink whatsoever. While I understand mistakes happen, a steak cooked that far beyond the requested temperature is difficult to overlook, especially when it is one of the more expensive breakfast items on the menu. The breakfast potatoes were also inconsistent. Some pieces were cooked properly, while many others were extremely hard and crunchy when bitten into, creating an unpleasant texture and making the dish difficult to enjoy. To make matters worse, one of our meals was served on a chipped plate with a noticeable section missing from the rim. This should have been caught and removed from service before reaching a guest's table. The staff members we interacted with were friendly and professional despite clearly being stretched thin. Unfortunately, between the staffing shortage, the overcooked steak, the poorly prepared potatoes, and the chipped plate, the overall experience did not reflect the quality level suggested by the menu prices and atmosphere. There is potential here, but management needs to focus on staffing and quality control to ensure guests receive the experience they are paying for.

More of a private room at a restaurant than a true speakeasy in my opinion, but we still had a…read morewonderful time with fantastic cocktails and a great staff. Will be coming back again and probably having dinner next time. You can see more of my experience on YouTube: https://youtu.be/cfjEmkRaDbk?si=xv1orJCYHtBhumdG

Such a fun vibe! My group of four had a great time and the best server. She made awesome…read morerecommendations on drinks (a table side grapefruit drink, a delicious pineapple one and others that I can't recall). We also enjoyed several tapas, including their birria, ceviche and guacamole. Everything was delicious and we'll for sure be back.

I can't believe I never posted this review. My love for this place started with a ladies night and…read morethen grew into the best date night spot around. I have a stupid work schedule so weeknights are my nights out. I don't get nearly enough between kids schedules but when I do get out- this is definitely my place. Warm, cozy, quiet (until me and my girls get there of course). Service is always great and the food is to die for. The crabcakes are my absolute fave. But you can't go wrong with any of the food selection. My girls and I tried everything!

So listen up.. this place rocks. We initially were going to another place across the street until…read morewe walked in. Limited food menu but do not let that sway you because what they do offer is amazing. Highly recommend the pork belly deviled eggs and the highland beef sliders to get you going. Drinking wise, yes.. it's fire. They had a banana bread old fashion on special that was over the top awesome. Service is amazing. Come check it out.

We hosted our wedding reception at Verdigris Bar and truly could not have asked for a better…read moreexperience. From the very beginning, their team went above and beyond. We were able to do a walkthrough and trial run ahead of time, and they thoughtfully helped us design a layout that made perfect sense for our intimate 40-person reception. Their guidance made the entire space feel intentional, comfortable, and beautifully put together. The space itself is absolutely stunning--elevated, warm, and perfect for a smaller, more personal celebration. When we arrived after our ceremony, the room flip was seamless and everything was exactly as planned. But what truly set Verdigris apart was the service. The staff was phenomenal--attentive, professional, and genuinely invested in making our night special. Every detail was handled with care, and we were able to be fully present and enjoy the evening with our guests. We reserved the space for three hours, and it was 100% worth it. If you're considering hosting a private event--especially a wedding reception or intimate gathering--this is the place to do it. We would choose Verdigris again in a heartbeat. Highly, highly recommend.

Great neighborhood lounge -- the specialty cocktails are excellent and worth the trip on their own…read more Seating is genuinely comfortable, which isn't always a given at cocktail bars, and the patio is a nice bonus when the weather cooperates. Easy to find, good vibe overall. Only knock is price -- you're looking at $20-25 a drink, so this isn't a casual weeknight spot unless you're not watching the bill. Would go back for a special occasion or date night.

I stopped by for a quick bowl of pho, and I'm surprised how good it was for a college town. The…read morebroth was really good, clear and savory. I also got the fried egg rolls and those were good too! Next time I'm in Lawrence, I'm going to stop by again!

Service was good but food was not good. Curry rice was really dry. Egg rolls was hard and…read moredumplings were not very good. Will not go back.