So cute and quaint!! Great drinks, great vibes, fun menu! Add it to your cocktail list! Right off…read moreJohnson drive in mission!

Just moved to the neighborhood and so enjoyed being able to pop in to a cozy, trendy, welcoming…read morecocktail spot on my way to dinner - no reservation needed. The ambience was excellent, they've taken care to make it cozy and elevated. The drinks were fresh, cold and well mixed. The menu had so much to choose from, but I loved my selection so much I chose it twice - Lonesome Crowded Midwest, full of the freshest summer flavors (cucumber, mint, lime) and topped with a generous amount of lime zest that made it an aromatic experience alongside a tart and refreshing taste. Will be trying the bites on my next visit!

Me and my friend were trying to get into Primrose however they told us they were overbooked and…read moreovercrowded so they suggested we try Common Tiger (I didn't know they were owned by the same people) and we were pleasantly surprised! It was adorable and the drinks were divine. Around Christmas they do a popup bar and in 2025 it was themed around a ski lodge. We tried to versions of the old fashioned on the menu and though we did like one over the other both were well balanced cocktails. After we ordered our libations the bartender suggested we head upstairs where it was less crowded and it was so cozy we felt like we were in someone's living room. Another couple joined us and we ended up having such a lovely conversation with them, chatting all about our favorite hot spots in Kansas City (gotta love KC pride). Just a note this is a slightly hidden speakeasy inside a pizza place, you need to have a password but it's easily found on their social media pages- just check Instagram. On our way out we decided to get a slice of pie (pizza pie that is) to balance out all that whiskey we washed down. I believe the one we got to go was called The Bee-sting, it had pepperoni and hot honey and though it was simple it hit the spot after a night of imbibing. I would most definitely revisit common tiger even without the winter aesthetic.

The Common Tiger is a fun speakeasy. It's nice that it's in the middle of Mission so I'm sure…read morepeople that live nearby appreciate it. It's located behind a storefront that serve pizza and non alcoholic beverages. You give the password to the cashier and then you're in. It's not the biggest spot but I think they utilized the space well. It wasn't super crowded when I went but I wouldn't be surprised if it gets busy and crowded quickly. The vibe was Disco. And it was disco balls everywhere which I don't hate. It was fun and on brand. Everyone was nice and the place was clean. You can also get pizza. A few looked intriguing but I had just eaten. So another time. My only issue with the space is that I think it closely neighbors the kitchen. It was quite hot inside. To be fair, it was a hot day but still. I tried the Running of the Bullshit: blanco tequila, pineapple, lime, and smoked honey. It was good. The smoked honey was a tad overpowering but overall not bad. I'd probably opt for a different cocktail next time. I had a sip of the watermelon moonshine: blanco tequila, watermelon, grenadine, lemon, luxando, plum bitters, and topo Chico. It was watermelon! But it was good. Very refreshing. Both cocktails were very visually appealing with fun accessories and accents. Definitely check them out!

After driving 10 hours from Texas we were tired and HANGRY!! A short Yelp search had us heading to…read morea quaint little village in Missouri! Tucked away in a cute shopping district is Penny's! We had no idea what we were walking in to but I am so happy to have found it! As you walk up you are greated by colorful upside down umbrellas with flowers inside, the water feature and the outside dinning! If it wasn't so hot I would have demanded sitting on the patio! As we were promptly seated in started hearing a "tink tink" sound and looked up. Yall!! The cutest glass hummingbirds were hanging from the ceiling. It was stunning!! Ok, the food!!! I had the crab fried rice which my husband had to help me finish because it was a huge amount! Share if you can but with the understanding you might fight over the last bite. If you still have room after dinner get the butter cake! Ladies, it is worth the calories! The waiter was prompt and had us with drinks in no time! This is an absolute do again if we are ever in the area!

We came here because hubs wanted Thai. We tried to make a reservation at Bamboo Penny but it was…read morefull because of the concert series that was happening in the green space right across the walkway. The restaurant is nice and quaint. It wasn't super busy at the time we got therr which was good. Service was amazing, just like it is at Bamboo Penny. We both ordered tye Pad Thai. Mine with no peanuts with chicken and steak. Hubs had peanuts and chicken, steak, and shrimp. He also had a drink that looked like water but definitely wasn't. He said it was tasty. I had a Coke. Overall, a nice substitute if you can't get to Bamboo Penny. The only thing that was different was I wasn't offered the different sauces/spices to add to the Pad Thai.

The space is INCREDIBLE! Cocktails .. insane…read more The owners Hannah and Avery have taken every possible thing in mind from the space, to the menu, to the service. The menu is always evolving. Come out for an amazing dinner, wine on the patio ... you won't be disappointed.

06/16/2026 I visited Cru today for the fourth time, and…read moreunfortunately this visit left me disappointed with the quality of service. As a Vietnam veteran, I'm very aware of my surroundings, and something about today's experience felt off. I arrived during happy hour and ordered a drink, assuming it was part of the happy hour menu. I later realized it wasn't, and I left feeling a bit taken advantage of. I understand that a happy hour menu is provided, but I didn't realize I needed to specifically ask which items were included. No one behind the bar explained the pricing differences or mentioned that what I ordered was not part of the happy hour offerings. Clear communication would have prevented the misunderstanding. When I received my bill, it was about twenty dollars more than I expected. I asked about the charges calmly and respectfully -- I never raised my voice, even though it was difficult in the moment. The bartender simply told me, "That's what you ordered." She's a very sweet woman, but she didn't seem to realize I was upset, and shortly after that she stepped away. That's when I spoke with Hannah. Hannah is truly exceptional. She immediately understood my disappointment and asked if I wanted her to remove the extra charges. I declined, because my frustration wasn't about the money -- it was about the lack of attentiveness and the absence of honest, proactive communication I expect from a respectable establishment. Hannah handled the situation with grace, kindness, and professionalism. She has a personality that stands out the moment you meet her, and she made it hard for me to stay upset. My real concern was the overall experience. During the hour and a half I was there, the bar was never busy -- never more than two people -- until a woman who works at Starbucks arrived with her boyfriend. It was clear the bartender knew them, and the level of attentiveness shifted noticeably. While I understand taking care of friends, it made me feel overlooked as a paying customer. I spent nearly a hundred dollars during my visit, yet I received almost no conversation or engagement from the staff. I'm not a young man, and I'm certainly not in the same age group as the bartender's friends, but that shouldn't affect the level of service. I own a business in Brookside and often recommend local restaurants to my clients. Today's experience left me feeling neglected and uncomfortable, and it has made me reconsider those recommendations. In the end, I wasn't upset about the cost -- I was disappointed by the lack of communication and the absence of effort to make guests feel acknowledged and comfortable. Hannah was the bright spot in an otherwise discouraging visit.

The cutest little pop-up bar and hangout spot. The drinks were really good, and the atmosphere was…read morecozy and intimate. It's a great place to hang with friends , perfect for catching up, playing cards, or just chit-chatting . There's also an outdoor area with heaters and a fire pit, which was a nice touch. We ordered Thai food from Lulu's next door, and the crab rangoons were really good.

I, like many people, love a cocktail, and The House didn't disappoint with cocktail offerings,…read moreambiance, and service! For a holiday happy hour, a few friends and I decided to check out The House (which is owned also by the owners of Lulu's, next door) was a great and very festive options--everything from lights to decorations (even dancing motorized Christmas figures!) to themed drinks. I had a cinnamon tequila sour that did not disappoint, and our cocktails were all spot on. I also learned that if you wanted, you can order food from Lulu's from The House and someone will deliver it over to you (if you're fine just chilling and don't want to walk over to Lulu's)! As for the location, I cannot wait to come back when it is nicer out because they have a large front area with heaters, seats, and just a general ambiance of chill. If it is colder, be aware that the house is small--so larger groups may find it harder to grab seats! I'm happy that I got to experience this place and it is definitely now on my list of places to go when I need a low-key drink! Thanks everyone at The House for a great experience and can't wait to see you next time!

We love vitas! Always love stopping by after work. The vibe is always 10/10, great service and the…read morewine list is obviously wonderful. Great snack options!

really cute place to get dinner in the South Plaza area. we ate in the cellar room, which was…read moreinteresting because it was in the basement and there's only four tables but cool. Great wine selection. Started with the focaccia appetizer. It was amazing. Wanted to get the steak for dinner, but they were out which was irritating because it was 6:30 on a Saturday night; then I panic ordered the mortadella sandwich which was good, but just too much bread. great tiramisu, a little deconstructed, but the flavor was there. Service for the most part was great. My only little critique was that she came to our table way too often.

Wow, what a great find on a beautiful Saturday afternoon! I was actually picking up something…read morenearby so I grabbed my brother and said come check out this place and Cosmo burgers.... completely impressed!!!! The atmosphere was welcoming. It was a beautiful day so the garage door open--nice breeze..... the bartender Paul was probably the best bartender I've had in a long time!!!! Made you feel right at home....conversational.... making sure that we were always taken care of!! in addition to the fact that we did not know Cosmo burger had to be ordered online and you just picked it up at the window ....so he helped us figure out how to do all that I read online that they were probably the best burger in the area. I have to completely agree!!! a combo of great taste on a smash-burger made just right!!! Plus, the made from scratch margarita was amazing!!! Just an all-around great experience and made for a wonderful quick lunch!! RUN don't walk!!!

We have been here multiple times and the bartenders, maybe just Paul, has been a bad experience…read more Wrong checks, wrong order, and hurtful experiences. Would not recommend 0 out of 5 stars if i could.

So glad we decided to end our day with trying out this lovely wine bar. Nice decor and relaxing…read moreatmosphere with a great playlist. The service was excellent from start to finish. We tried out their wine flight option and he brought out our wines one at a time while we enjoyed the mixed nuts and delicious charcuterie board of mixed cheeses, gluten free crackers and some berries. We really liked all three wine choices (we chose different choices) per flight order. We will definitely go back!

Updating to 5 stars because there's no reason not to :) had a vodka soda with orange the other day…read moreand it's so affordable and nice. They've got nice big open doors that let in the cool spring air and Tony is amazing. Stop by!!

I like to couple this spot with dinner at JJ's next door…read more The Monarch is says somebody spent some MONEY decorating this place. Plush velvet, marble, a giant butterfly chandelier, lists upon lists of spirits. The whole thing is wildly opulent. Even the restaurant admits that no expense was spared creating the space. I ordered a Manhattan up, because I am incapable of ordering anything else. The bourbon selection is excellent, the cocktails are serious, the ambiance is everything, it feels so sophisticated. Whoever decorated this place... congratulations. You deserve an award.

Drinks were good. Service staff was rough…read more We had a reservation but there was no one to greet us. We looked around for a minute before a server noticed us and was like "uhhh we'll put you here at the end of the bar." Our bartender was fine but the other guy was doing all this flare and nonsense to get everyone's attention. He was the loudest person at the bar and inserted himself in our conversation twice. He clearly wanted attention which we found annoying and distracting. The drinks were good and the vibe was generally good. A nice eclectic mix of people. The DJ was great too! The service staff seemed very rough in both their interactions and their appearance. I hadn't been here in years, but I remember it being a far more refined and polished experience than what he had last night. Lastly, I don't think our $50 deposit was applied to our check. I forgot about it until this morning and didn't bring the receipt home. We each only had one drink and my total charge was $52. Not the end of the world but just another point in how they don't appear to be as on top of their service as I've previously experienced.

Sat at the indoor bar between jobs- This place is so much bigger on the inside! Gorgeous interior…read moreand attentive staff. Loved the oysters (one of each), and the ceviche of the day (fresh tuna- heaven). The street corn side was great too. Excited to come back and try more dishes!

Both east coast & west coast Oysters ! Outdoor patio, small outdoor bar window seating, bar…read moreseating inside and a beautiful interior. Service was great on a Sunday afternoon for a birthday treat! Good wine selection and the umbrellas were up & open for some needed shade. Free parking in the garage next door as well ( it's in the front by Mildred's, just get validated. The guacamole was fresh and had good flavor as well! Fun place to try - we will be back