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.

Decided to visit Brewbakers because I wanted a good lunch and a solid drink on this Saturday…read moreafternoon. I saw they had $4 vodka Red Bulls, and that solidified my want to come here even more. I didn't order an appetizer because I wanted to get straight to the food. I went with the Fried Clucker and a side of waffle fries. This sandwich was unbelievable huge..smothered in their house sauce, which tasted like a milder version of buffalo sauce. I thought the flavor was good, but the fried skin was falling off the chicken. Every time I cut a piece, the breading would just slide right off. Maybe they need to brine the chicken better to help it stick more but it was no biggie, it still had a good flavor. My boyfriend ordered the chicken-fried chicken, and honestly... nothing too special about it. The mashed potatoes that came with it were flavorless at first, but once we added salt and pepper, they were tasty. Now, I get that this is a bar and grill, so I'm not trying to be overly critical or nit-picky but in that category, Brewbakers definitely ranks on the higher end. This is hands down the best bar and grill I've tried when it comes to food. They even serve Jambalaya here.. what kind of bar and grill do you ever see serving this?? Would I come back? Of course! It is out of the way where i usually am, but im excited to come back and try other things off their menu.

No more Dunkel on tap :( chicken tortilla soup was lukewarm warm at best. The brew salad was…read moreamazing though and the bartender was attentive and friendly.

Barleys is our home away from home. We have been loving the people (#1) the bands (and…read moredancing!!!) and food (always yum) for 15 years! Kevin is the manager and he treats us like family. We love it and go EVERY WEEKEND. That's how you become regulars. And if you go to Barleys, that's how you'll be treated....always THE BEST.

My friends and I went to Barley's for lunch Saturday, April 18th, 11:30am…read more Our waiter was very personable and got us our drinks right away. He was also quite patient as we gabbed awhile before we even ordered. One friend got chesse quesadillas and liked them. The other friend got margarita pizza and enjoyed that. I ordered the Rustic vegetables and goat cheese salad. This is the description: "Veggies grilled until tender, served warm over mixed greens." When the salad was served it looked like a bowl of very wilted greens, nothing else was visible. Ingredients: mixed greens-wilted and tasted old grilled vegetables- had to REALLY search to find any! There were no red onions, no asparagus, mushy zucchini, sweet peppers cut into the smallest cubes I've ever seen, a few mushrooms, some goat cheese but, no pistachios. Tomato vinaigrette was ok I was extremely disappointed and upset! Ridiculous! The price wasn't overwhelming but, for $14.00, I should have gotten what was described. I won't be going back to Barley's!

All good things…read more.. We were invited to an impromptu event to taste the new additions to for the Menu when they reopen. They also were 'blowing the taps' which meant we get to try many of the beers that they were saying good-bye to. So, a little story. I was one of the first to wander into a place called Brew Lab years ago. I actually found the place because of looking for brewing supplies. There were a good amount of tools here but also these folks were serving their beer! So, what a great idea. I bought some grain... and had a few beers! I visited this place a few more times on the regular. Suddenly one day there was appetizers. And had the most divine pretzel bites that have ever existed. Next time was an amazing club sandwiches. And some pulled pork. All of the food has always been great bar food. And then there was the beer. So many delicious beers each time. Too many to try at once. But, that is all memory lane... Now... here is the news! Brew Lab is changing. The ownership remains the same however they have given up the brewing. They will have a few of their specialty beers that they keep on tap but they will have a lot more taps of beer from other breweries. On this visit they brought out a large amount of samples of the food that they will be adding/altering in the menu going forward. There were a lot of really delicious items and I am excited for when they have the full menu and I can order some of them. Most notably I am excited for the Catfish Po'boy sandwich. We will be back soon to try the all new... Tall Boys. Look for that review coming soonish!

We had to try the newly Tallboyz Garage as we were curious of the new menu & atmosphere changes (a…read moreFriday night). We seated ourselves near the open garage door/patio. We ordered the Jamaican Mule & Patron Margarita. Both of our drinks tasted mixer heavy. Our server & another one we flagged down had no knowledge of the food menu items; they couldn't describe menu items, how they tasted or give recommendations . This shouldn't be the case for this change over, we blame the management for the lack of education. The highlight of our experience was the Pickle Bombs: fried chopped dill pickles & cream cheese. His Hot Chick sandwich had avery thin chicken patty, it had a good taste but needs more ranch. My Pocket Philly was extremely messy & very salty with the espinaca sauce. Prefer the former Philly in a pita. My side of tater tots were a little undercooked. Upon reviewing our bill, we were charged 50 cents for ranch. The side salad (premium side) already had a $2 up charge but we were charged 50 cents for ranch dressing? It seems excessive & needs to be communicated via menu or server. Overall, disappointed in the changes made. We felt like shortcuts have been made with the change & overall quality not as good.

Great beer selection!…read more Nicole is an excellent bartender. She is very attentive and always quick with a recommendation or sample.

Stopped in on a whim for a midweek lunch, and I'm glad I did! The restaurant wasn't busy, so…read moreservice was fast and friendly, and there were plenty of tasty options to choose from. I went with a classic BLT and added a fried egg--always a good decision. I also opted not to add fries, which I appreciated. I don't always want a side with my meal, so having the option to skip it means less food waste and a lower price. Barley's is a great option for either lunch or dinner. With 99 draft options and a varied menu, there's something for just about everyone and every occasion. I can especially see this being a fun spot on Chiefs game day!

Had a craving for a chicken sandwich and came upon this restaurant near me…read more In the heart of Westport, a bar with a vast selection of beer to offer in addition to food menu. Rustic aesthetic- wood floors, bench seating, table and metal chairs along with a bar seating facing the kitchen and front window Nashville Hot chicken was firrrrah! Huge piece of chicken and good ol fries. It was very delectable, juicy & seasoned, along with fresh lettuce & tomato.

We dropped into Beer Kitchen on Mother's Day for a brunch after learning that the Westport Cafe had…read moreits reservation book slammed for a month and was searching for an alternative. The service manager saw us eyeballing the menu on the board and answered out questions, then invited us in. My family of four was sat in a booth in the middle of the restaurant with good visibility around the entire establishment. Ambiance was good, considering that its not inherently a family place. Old tap pulls adorn the ceiling and the light is just bright enough to not strain your eyes, but not so bright that there is glare off every surface. I ordered a cowboy coffee (espresso with tequila, very interesting) and a waffle smash burger sandwich. The table got fries as an appetizer and some kind of fried donut thing that I could have sworn was a Zeppole. As always, let's start with what was good... The appetizers were very good. The dips on the fries were both amazingly good. So much so that I used them on my side of fries after the kids ate all the ones in the basket. The waffle smash burger had a good flavor considering I had never paired a waffle with beef. Prices were agreeable for Westport, but its Westport so there is a slight premium. Servers were pretty much everywhere, so it was never too long for any request we had to be taken care of. On the flip side of that, there was a server doing side work dead center of the restaurant which was kind of awkward. I am used to seeing side work done in somewhere inconspicuous so it was just a little odd, but not off putting. Now let's look at the things that could be better... The dipping sauces for the Zeppole were not thick enough to actually stick to the delicious treat. The berry sauce really needed to be reduced further because it was too thin by far. Delicious, but thin. My waffle for the smashburger sandwich was too oily by far. I think this may have been an intentional choice considering that the waffle serves as the "bun" for the sandwich and maybe the oil was an attempt to keep the juice from the burger and the sauces from turning the waffle into mush. It worked... but it did take away from the flavor by obscuring the taste of the waffle itself. My egg was cooked to specification, so that's a win, but my partner's egg was overcooked. Consistency! Very important and yet not guaranteed, I think. The biggest problem I have with the brunch at Beer Kitchen though isn't the food, but the menu itself. There is not any way to construct a decently priced "simple breakfast." If you're not that hungry, or adventurous, you may find the menu difficult to contend with. I would consider adding something like "the Oldtimer" and have it be two eggs, a meat, toast, and fruit. Price it at 13.99 and leave it alone. Overall, the Beer Kitchen is a nice little brunch spot. So much so that we intend on making it a semi-frequent stop for us on days when the kids want to venture down towards the Plaza. 4 stars. Has room for improvement but is a solid experience for what you pay.

What a great place! Came here for a World Cup watch party on…read morea Monday night. It was mostly empty as it turned out but that meant we were able to get prime seats at the bar in front of the tv. The array of German bier offerings is exceptional. I appreciated the lower alcohol choices as well. The interior is, as the name implies, like a small beer hall, with long tables for gathering with new friends. Also ideal for putsches. The outdoor seating is a strong point. Serene, softly lit and spacious. The bartenders were business like friendly, they really don't want to hear your sad stories. The only downside was that they quit serving beer at halftime of the game we were watching. The game that went into extra time and on to penalty kicks. So we sat there for an hour and a half, thirsty, pockets full of unspent cash, watching the game while the neglected taps mercilessly mocked us. It honestly seemed baffling and inane beyond belief. Still, looking forward to a return trip when they're more willing to part with their delicious brews.

I've visited KC Bier Co for many gatherings over the years. A classic bier garden like this is…read moresupposed to bring people together with its spacious patio which is never short of seats and shade. It's a great place to enjoy German-style beer. While they offer pale lagers they also go deep into other German styles like bock, Dunkel, schwarzbier, and the whole spectrum of German-beer. They offer German food that historically pairs with beer. I've always enjoyed the appetizers. They have a happy hour from 4-6 p.m. In the winter they usually run a special where you get a discount for sitting outside in the cold. I've done that a few times. Their calendar is always chock-full of events, so I recommend checking out their social media accounts to look for something fun.

Stockyards Brewing is a West Bottoms staple. They've been there for at least a decade and I love…read morethe historical building they're in. They have a parking lot behind the building. They also have a smallish patio out back, a large back room with a bar (I believe it can be rented out), and the main tap room. Between the main room and back room there's a hallway with windows that look over the brewery so you get a little sneak peek. The main tap room has kept the original charm of the place. It's like stepping back in time but with AC and no cows. They don't offer food but will occasionally have food trucks or you can bring food in. Service is always friendly even when they are packed. They offer a variety of craft beer and they can also do cocktails. I love the brunch stout and the black IPA when it's in season. On my last visit I had a sour and I thought it was good. They also do a fun event on Sunday called stockyards Sunday service. During service they have live music which is usually bluegrass and it's always packed and fun. I recommend getting there early to get a seat. They usually have a food truck on board during it but check the socials to be sure. If you haven't been, definitely stop in and check them out.

Two separate points to be included in this review. First: The Bar. The location is awesome- the…read morehistoric west bottoms of KC. The bar holds very original to the old stockyards- original wood, ceiling, very old time western feel. It's a treat to have a beer at the bar. The beer...!!! The beer is sooo good. Cereveza Royale is easily my favorite beer. They also have live music frequently. A very nice, chill, cool place to hang out. Second point: Private Events. Ugh. They have a beautiful private room (still very historic) for events. However, good luck getting in touch with anyone to schedule your event there. There is no working phone number available, I submitted two online inquiries with no response, and no response to their email address. I gave up. I feel disappointed about this but ultimately would come back for the delicious beer.

BKS seems to have a nationwide following as I often see license plates from other states in their…read moreparking lot. I think BKS does everything exceptionally well: from barrel aged stouts to hop-loaded IPAs. I often order pizza from Plate across the street to eat alongside my beer. It's a convenient aspect where food's usually a void for most breweries. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly. Whatever brew style you prefer, BKS will have top tier version for you to try - lagers, IPAs, Stouts, English ales, Barleywines. They usually have one beer on a nitro tap too.

Best artisanal brewing outfit in the Kansas City area. That's the review…read more The beer is sensational. The brewers are ridiculously cool. The flavor profiles are surgically precise. The loyal following will be always be, well, loyal. Do they need better parking? Yes Would I go if parking stinks? Also yes. Micro-brewing is entering its fifth decade in the Kansas City area. Sure, beermaking has been around since the monks were cooking up something to drink to go along with their pretzels. But because of changes in federal legislation, Americans brewing their own has taken on so many different regional and local forms. Do you like lagers and old German-style darker beer? The original colonial Americas might have your thing. Oh, you like hoppy, with piney IPAs and freshly-hopped brew? The Pacific Northwest is your jam. And so forth. And then there are outfits like BKS. There are hops on hops, with double and triple IPAs, hazy and juicy. There are the deeply boozy Belgian-style trippels, or Japanese style rice lagers, or English ales where the glass of bier has to settle before drinking. BKS is doing a little of everything and doing almost any beer really, really well. The staff is very friendly and extremely knowledgeable about beer, making suggestions even to the seasoned or the complete amateur when it comes to beer profiles. I love me some malty beer, so darker or maybe a touch bitter resonates for me. My lovely wife goes lighter, not too hoppy, and with a little more pizzazz, so something bubbly works for her. Point is, there is something for anyone. It's dog-friendly, kid-friendly, and in good weather, open air plus a patio. You're there for the beer and you're in the right spot, so relax and enjoy.