We stopped in here on a whim after walking around downtown Blue Springs. It has a cool bar…read moreatmosphere! We asked what was the most popular items on the menu and were told the wings and burgers are very possible. We tried both and must say, everyone is right! This is a great place to drop in for some drinks, enjoy some good food, and watch a game. The service was wonderful!

Great little sports bar! Stopped here for lunch on way home from KC. Great burgers and…read moreenvironment.

Wife and I are from St. Louis. We were in town to visit her mom, and after having a nice dinner and…read moretaking her home we decided to have a drink before heading back to our Air BnB. After a quick Yelp search for neighborhood bars and sorting for "highest rated," we decided to check out Water's Edge. Who cares that we had no idea what water it was supposed to be on the edge of? We pulled into the lot, and to be honest, we looked at each other and said, "ehh, we'll see." It looks like a 1970's roadside motel, which, no lie, was super intriguing. Walk in the front door, and MY MAN! From the outside it seriously doesn't look like this place should exist. But it does! It has all the personality of a neighborhood dive bar and all the best things you love about your favorite karaoke bar. Because, yeah, this is a karaoke bar. And it's a great one. But karaoke is not what makes Water's Edge a great bar. It's not even the food, which by the way is phenomenal (try the pepper jack cheese cubes!). What makes Water's Edge a great bar is what makes any bar great - it's the bartenders. Daniel was engaging, friendly, funny, and -- most importantly -- he actually appeared to love his job. The crazy thing is that attitude seemed to permeate the staff, even as the night went on. (Cause yeah, of course we stayed.) And that, my friends, is evidence of one thing - a good boss. After meeting Ozzie, her infectious enthusiasm and charm made it clear to us that she IS the reason Water's Edge is now our go-to for every future visit to the KC area, and we may even be so bold as to claim it as our own neighborhood bar, as long as it's cool that we consider it a pretty big neighborhood. We'll be back, Ozzie, and Dan, and all you guys. Save a couple bar stools for two Cardinal fans!

We had a great time dropping in yesterday after spending the day on the lake! My husband gave the…read moreBacon Cheeseburger 5 *****! Their fried mushrooms were AMAZING!!! And someone in our group even won a round of Bingo! Staff were fantastic!

We enjoyed our food as we were passing through town. Wings were delicious. Also enjoyed the fries…read moreand sliders.

Great food and the service is always good. Any time I have…read morebeen into Captain's I have always been greeted and felt the service was on point. Personally I am a huge fan of the wings

You know what's really good about this place? Their signature 'cup-sized' cocktails, like their…read morehouse margarita, the 'Sinner's Punch' (a house specialty), or maybe even their Long Islands. Plus, the happy hour prices are attractive and the 'portion sizes' for the drinks are more than ample. You know what else is good? The pricing. Happy hour prices aside, Saints-Independence is offering a price point that is a bit below market for their fare, and in these times, that alone can draw you in. But, ah, there's the rub. The food is pretty average, so it's a good thing that you likely aren't going to squabble over the bill. Bar & grille food isn't usually supposed to blow your hair back, but Saints has a lot of fried options that seem under-seasoned and slow to be delivered, sooo not exactly prime. The servers are friendly, but if they have to cover the patio and the bar/dining room, then it's not a surprise that things move slowly. It's a great spot to meet, given that it's just off of I-70, but join for a drink & maybe an appetizer, and my guess is that you'll come to the same conclusion: it's just...OK.

I walked into Saints Pub - Independence on Thanksgiving running purely on fumes and poor planning…read more My stomach was emptier than the highway that morning, and I was fully prepared to regret every decision that led me there. Luckily, Saints came through like a holiday hero. Even on a quiet Thanksgiving stop-in, the place felt welcoming and relaxed. The staff seemed to immediately understand that I was one hunger pang away from giving a heartfelt Oscar speech about food. Drinks arrived fast, perfectly chilled, and honestly felt like the first step in my emotional recovery. When the food hit the table, it was exactly what an empty-stomach wanderer dreams about--hot, hearty and flavorful. Every bite felt like someone whispering, "You're gonna make it, buddy." Whether it was the seasoning, the freshness, or my Thanksgiving-level starvation, everything tasted phenomenal. Saints Pub didn't just serve me a meal--they rescued me from a very dramatic holiday meltdown. If you ever find yourself hungry, tired, or simply in need of a good meal in Independence, Saints has your back.

We LOVE Erin's Pub! When we lived nearby it was one of our weekly spots, but since moving we don't…read moreget there as much unfortunately. The food goes beyond being just "good bar food." It's good food period! Erin's has the best mozzarella sticks anywhere that I've tried (and believe me, I've had a lot of fried cheese). Their Taco Thursdays are also a regular craving I have. Service is always friendly and fast, even when they're busy. Shoutout to Carrie and Kirby - they're rockstars! Personal opinion, I do think the overuse of AI in their recent advertisements is a bit much. I liked the unedited pics of their real food they used to post better than the new cartoonish pics. But just my opinion - doesn't change the fact that Erin's is one of the best spots around! A must try!

The service was great. But the atmosphere has gone downhill in the last year. People were not…read morefriendly. And acted like they were in clicks. Not nice to people who weren't regulars. But I would recommend going here because the waitress's are wonderful.

The atmosphere is exactly what you would expect from a tavern in the Midwest. Low lighting and…read morelots of tvs. This would be a great place to watch a game. The service was quick and efficient. The food was good. I ordered the jambalaya (without shrimp) and it was very flavorful. It had a little more liquid than I was expecting and leaned towards the "mushy" side but the sausage and chicken were spiced well. The sausage had the right amount of "snap" to it.

We have been to Johnny's Tavern many times and the food and service are usually spot on. Tonight…read morethere was a bit of a miss. Our group of 13 arrived well before the crowd, but had to wait a very long time for our food. That is especially hard on the young ones. Although it is quite loud in there, we are typically able to talk. The chicken wings and fries were lukewarm and most said their dinner was so so. I had a side salad which was good, but of course I expect that to be room temp. We are going on the premise that this was a one off. But normally, we would expect much better on the food quality. Our server did a pretty good job for us.

Big thank you to Sierra for the excellent service!…read more Enjoy your weekend! Thanks for all the refills!

This was my first time, but not my last time. Our service was top notch started from the moment we…read morewere seated to the moment we left, the manager even came by to make sure we were doing okay. My drink was tasty in well worth.The price and my food was amazing and healthy win win! The restaurant was packed because people were watching soccer, but we were fortunate to find a great parking spot, but it was a little challenging to leave because people were parking all over the place to try to get in. Look forward to coming back when we are in town.

(Review from 8/8/2019: Transferred from closed secondary account.)…read more *This place is a lovely, unique restaurant and bar. I believe they are privately owned and operated. They offer daily specials, weekly trivia contests, and a live music. Entertainers generally play live music several nights a week. Sinclairs host mostly acoustic performers, mainly on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays: 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM. Most of the entertainers feature guitar playing solo artists in the bar area. As for the food... it's all pretty tasty. Served in an upscale fashion. And worth mentioning is THE ABSOLUTE BEST MEATLOAF I have ever eaten outside of my own kitchen; and yes, possibly even better than my own... which speaks volumes because I'm generally an excellent cook and extremely particular diner. (Not bragging - just emphasizing that my standards are high). This meatloaf is hearty, rich, and moist, with a firm meaty texture (Not over done with fillers). It's cut generously and served over freshly mashed potatoes topped with a complex & flavorful sauce I'd liken to a rich brown gravy with a hint of herbs & possibly a tad bit of steak sauce for good measure... Its the star. I just wished they served this on their daily menu! Speaking of... their entire menu is thoughtfully made, and the chef deserves major kudos for their talents in the kitchen. I will go with friends in tow to enjoy a night off in the kitchen, to enjoy some of the best meals our city has to offer. Looking for something do? Sports Watch Parties are a good time: Sinclair's serve as the neighborhood hub when it comes to watching our very own Kansas City Chiefs play. They will also host other major local or national sporting events. If sports aren't your thing, try your hand at trivia night on Mondays. You'll be glad you didn't stay home!

Fun Place! First time here and so pleased we came here. Live music greeted upon entry and it was…read moregood. Fried chicken was excellent as was the watermelon salad. Great beer selection too including draft beers. A must return to place.

I had known about Ranch House -- and feared it -- for nearly 30 years. Something about it gave be…read morea vibe of being the type of place where fights constantly break out and absolutely nothing good can happen. I finally got up the nerve to go inside, and discovered I had been wrong. I've been there during the day and at night, and haven't seen a hint of trouble. It's a blue collar bar for sure, a mix of people my age and older people. The bartenders are exceptionally pleasant and the regulars have all been nice so far. The bar is L-shaped and located immediately inside the door, there is a large seating area to the left of the bar. On a recent visit, my brother and I were mistaken for traveling musicians by an older guy to the left of us. We still have no idea what gave him that impression. :) As decent and friendly as this place turned out to be, it's not for hipsters or the casual drinker. This is the kind of place where alcoholics and alcoholics in training go to spend their evenings getting their daily medication. Trivia fact: Ranch House is the oldest bar in Eastern Jackson County. It has been in continuous operation for about 55-60 years, possibly longer. The building is probably much older than that.

This bar is not for everyone. But, it was perfect for 6 volleyball dads with a 2-hour break. Cheap…read moredrinks and darts --- and, the bartender was awesome!