I finally made it out to the Cinder Block taproom after drinking their beer around Kansas City for…read moreyears, and honestly there's something cool about finally sitting where it all actually gets made. The space feels relaxed and approachable without trying too hard. Big open taproom, easy atmosphere, good energy. The kind of brewery where you can settle in for one beer and accidentally stay for five. Mary behind the bar was awesome right away. Friendly greeting the second I walked in, super knowledgeable about every beer on tap, and genuinely helpful without making anything feel scripted or sales-y. Hospitality matters to me a lot, and she made the experience feel welcoming immediately. I worked my way through quite a few beers: Hop Cuddle, the collaboration with Tall Trellis, their Mexican-style lager, Weathered Wit, Pavers Porter, and the rice lager. Every single one was excellent, but that rice lager was probably my favorite. Crisp, clean, refreshing, incredible mouthfeel -- one of those beers that disappears way faster than you planned. Weathered Wit deserves a shout too. Light tartness, citrus notes, classic Belgian yeast character, ridiculously refreshing. Everything you want from a witbier on a warm day and they absolutely nailed it. (beeradvocate.com) Also, I'm genuinely excited to see breweries collaborating again. Beer feels more fun when breweries are creating together instead of existing in separate lanes, and it's cool seeing that energy still alive in Kansas City craft beer.

I went to cinderblock to buy a growler of beer for the game on Sunday. The gentleman behind the…read morecounter suggested I buy cans because it was more beer for less money. That's a nice thing to do, don't you think? The place was clean and the folks were helpful and I will use cinderblock brewery in the future for my beer needs.

I told Charley B. that I was looking for some good IPAs (beyond the usual breweries that I go to),…read moreand he recommended that I check out Alma Mader. It was a Sunday evening in the winter, and it was busy. Luckily, I found a parking space. I went inside and got in the short line. The bartender was super helpful and recommended that I try the Coral Crush Pale Ale. It was a good recommendation, and I ended up picking up a can of it to-go as well. The place was super chill. There are no TVs, so I hung out for a moment and peacefully got a little bit of work done. I will definitely be back whenever I am in the mood for a hoppy beer or IPA/DIPA.

It's been about six years so time for an update!…read more Spoiler Alert: Alma Mader is one of my top breweries in KC. I stand by everything I said before, but after going through covid and having two kids I can soundly say that their hazy ipas are the ones I always get excited to try. During covid I actually emailed one of my old favorite breweries in Seattle asking if they would ever distribute this far east and they recommended Alma Mader as it's run (or was run?) by one of their past brewers - that kind of solidified what I already knew - which is that this is one of the best in town, and on that note I really makes me want to stop in for a pint tonight.

Great atmosphere and food, but the tech gets in the way…read more We visited on a Tuesday evening and really enjoyed the spacious, comfortable patio. The beer was excellent, and the food itself was amazing, but the entirely phone-based ordering system was a headache. We had connectivity issues, so the menu wouldn't fully load, leaving us guessing without descriptions or pictures. The star of the show though is the Fish n Chips. This is now THE BEST I've had in KC. I can't wait to come back and have more of these beers and more fish n chips! The atmosphere is amazing! Only downside is that it is an outdoor venue... so watch your weather.

This was a really super spot in downtown with a great comfortable inside space and a lovely outside…read morespace. I was here for a few hours to meet up with some KC Yelpers and during that time, I enjoyed a couple of beers, a few bites and a wonderful welcoming staff. I was trying to stay on my keto diet so I enjoyed a delicious bowl of their curry cauliflower. Plenty of it and quite tasty. Followed by two pickled eggs. Not deviled eggs, these were quite firm and tasty, topped with a sriracha drizzle that really brought out the egg flavor. With them, two tasty lighter beers. Not much more than that as I still had to drive tonight, though I consumed this over three hours. There is street parking in the area, both free if you can find it and paid if you can not. Lots of great food options, lots of great beer options. Fabulous location! [Review 701 of 2026 - 529 in Missouri - 25882 overall]

If you like microbreweries, this is a must stop for a few+++. Jason is a fun bartender and Mark,…read morethe brewmaster, can be found sitting at the bar or sometimes bartending. It was a first visit in the area and we decided to walk from the hotel to the micro breweries that were close (there's a dozen or so within 1 mile) YEAH!! This one though was definitely one we will visit again. We did a flight and some additional samples. I'm usually a Hazy IPA - which was excellent - but every beer there was sooo good! I could have had a pint of any of them and been amazed. Cheers Mark and Team! We will be back!!

Border Brewing used to be one of my favorite places to meet friends and unwind after work. It…read morerelaxed atmosphere that made it easy to recommend. Unfortunately, that has changed. During my recent visits, I repeatedly observed behavior from one of the bartenders that made the environment feel uncomfortable and unprofessional. This man has frequently crossed personal boundaries and generally came across as someone who was more interested in making female patrons uncomfortable than providing good service. Instead of feeling like a place where everyone could relax, the atmosphere felt like a boys' club where inappropriate behavior was tolerated. The biggest disappointment wasn't just the employee's conduct--it was the lack of action or acknowledgement by management that concerns are taken seriously. Instead of addressing complaints, they move to suppress reviews. When an establishment allows and enables behavior that makes customers feel uncomfortable or unsafe, it reflects on the business as a whole. I used to recommend Border Brewing without hesitation, but I can't anymore. There are plenty of breweries in Kansas City where everyone can enjoy themselves without worrying about being subjected to inappropriate comments or an unwelcoming atmosphere.

Lovely place. And it's family friendly. There are so many babies here. If I lived here when my…read morechild was small she would have been a regular baby too. The workers are so helpful when dealing with my crazy "food" allergies and sensitivities. I do recommend visiting this place. Let's give them our business.

Great music-focused nanobrewery in the reborn downtown Shawnee corridor! The craft beer, industry…read morehas mushrooms across many areas of the country, and western Johnson County is no different. The space is friendly with its seating and there are plenty of games to keep you engaged while you enjoy your brew. The music theme lines the decor, with cassettes (remember those?) from all genres featured. Friction always has some of their own makings on tap as well as guest taps that can range from regional to national. The board will list the ABV for each beer, as well as the pour prices, and you can choose from anything between lighter ales to heavier stouts. I prefer the darker stuff and really love their 'Train in Vain', a brown ale with fabulous body. Don't miss their fresh-hopped varietals, such as the recent 'Earth & Sky', which gives you that right-off-the-trellis hoppiness. If you're not sure what you want, then the makers will always give you friendly suggestions. They're proud of their offerings and that pride comes through in the beer. Making unique craft beer is always a labor of love and Friction really shows you how they get it done.

The bartender, Nicole, is my new favorite human. She was so sweet and on top of it, running the…read moreentire bar by herself. We had the caramel cream ale, which is in my top 5 beers of all time. Perfectly sweet and light. The peach tee kolsch was good too- a nice balance of peach. The cherry limeade wheat was right on the edge of sour. It was good that it was served in a smaller glass so we didn't do too much of it. We also did a shot of the stonebreaker cinnamon whiskey, which was a really nice collab between fringe and another local distillery. Super smooth with an oaky flavor on the background. Absolutely love the dark carnival decor, especially the pinball machines, the giant skeleton and the patio with a garage door interior. Highly highly recommend on every level. You should go!

What an amazing brewer in the KC suburb of Lee's Summit…read more First off the art work is eclectic and many pieces pay homage to the beers on tap. There is a story for much of the art work which I will not do a disservice by trying put it in a review. Go there, see it and ask they'll gladly share the story. Second, INCREDIBLE beers are on tap. I tasted 10 during my visit and every single beer was worth trying. My faves were: Freshly Squeezed Blueberry Lemonade Wheat, Apple Pie Milkshake IPA and Calliope Caramel Cream Ale. Finally, the most important part of the operation is the people. Every single person that was present made me feel welcome and like I was already a part of their community. WOW, I was left feeling like I'd made new friends which I know I did. I travel to KC at least once per year and every year I will return to support this awesome brewery. Thank you for a memorable experience.

A few breweries have come and go in the Crossroads, so I am glad that Torn Label is still around…read more Their beers are still good, and Monk & Honey is still one of my favorites of their beers. The taproom has greatly improved over the years. The insulation seems better now. There is an outdoor patio space. Best of all, they serve food. I was here on a Thursday night in December before closing time. The place was well-decorated for the holidays. Latin music was jamming - perhaps they should do a dance party one of these days. The staff was chill. I enjoyed a flight and some tacos and then went on my merry way. Now that the taproom is a much more inviting space, I will have to come back more often.

Torn Label is one of my favorite breweries in KC. I feel like a brewery having solid food options…read moreis key to keeping customers for longer visits/stays as well as returning. Torn Label partnered with Tacos Valentina. Both have amazing options. Beer and tacos is a winning combination and both are done great. The service is friendly the couple times I've been in. No complaints there. The staff is knowledgeable of the menu. I highly recommend a visit!

Nice, laid back atmosphere and friendly service! I went for the first time with a group of friends…read moreand we had a great time. They have a good variety of beer plus cocktails and a mocktail that sounded delicious. I'm not a big beer drinker, so I ordered Dreams in Pink cocktail which I enjoyed. It started off slow, but as the evening went on, more people came and it did not stay empty long! It's not a large space but even with a lot of people it never felt too crowded. They have board games which is always a bonus. They offer snacks but I appreciated that they allow food from the outside, so we were able to order dinner near by and bring it in.

Great cozy spot in downtown Bonner Springs, so close to home! They have beers, cocktails, snacks…read moreand a great space to meet your friends. They also do takeaway bevies when the city has street fairs and events if you want to walk and shop with a brew! I enjoy their beers a little more each time we stop in. Check 'em out!