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Hillsiders

4.9 (9 reviews)
Closed 2:00 pm - 1:30 am (Next day)

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I have never had a bad time at Hillsiders! The live show line up is incredible & the vibes are always high! It is a homey ecclectic feel! Honestly very blessed this place exists. The owner has a heart of gold.

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Charley B.

Over the years this bar has had a few names. Hillsiders is the newest one, and it fits the neighborhood to a T. It isn't fancy. Just a small bar and a few booths, but it's got character. The locals skew younger with a mix of blue collar, service industry and a laid back punk rock attitude, but everybody is welcome. Cold beers and mixed drinks are available. Sometimes they have a dj or two spin on the weekend. It's not really a "dance" thing per se, but more of a "let's wind down the week and have a good time and vibe" thing.

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Ellyn H.

We had the best Saturday fun-day here. Logan and Candice were friendly, fun, engaging, and hilarious. The crowd was chill and friendly. Any bar with cheese balls is a win, and the overall design and vibe of the bar is top notch. I am sad we don't live closer, but we can't wait to go back. Thanks for an awesome day!

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New favorite spot in KC! Great hang. Excellent, friendly staff. Went last weekend for a friend's birthday and had the best time!

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3 years ago

easily the cleanest bar in Wyandotte county and it's without all the noisy pin ball machines or illegal gambeling like some places.

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