We decided to stop by on a Friday night and were welcomed in. One of the unique features of this…read morecocktail bar includes a green light / red light outside of the establishment to indicate whether they are at capacity / space is available. Upon entering the speakeasy-type of cocktail bar, we were seated. Our server answered questions about drinks and offered recommendations for what we might like! My favorite feature included an option for the bartender to create a drink based on what you like! I provided information about liquor preferences and taste (e.g. citrus, sweet, fruity, etc.). The drinks were absolutely delicious! This is a fabulous cocktail bar located in downtown Shawnee! I highly recommend visiting if you are looking for an intimate night out and wanting to sip on tasty cocktails! We will return.

I have been in the area of this so many times and never had a chance to grab a drink. I also had no…read moreidea about the red light, green light and always just thought you had to have a reservation. Stopped in with a few friends and had a good time. I believe we all got two drinks while we were there. Price wise they were about what I expected and not way over priced like some other places. Staff was friendly and knowledgeable about the drinks. The little trash can drink was fun and had great flavors. My only negative about the place is the seating. With almost 5 feet between the seats it was hard to have a conversation with others in my group, even worse with the pair of couples next to us yelling across to each other. I was more in their conversation then I was ours since I couldn't hear my friends.

This is the coolest bar still in L.S. it's just below their hidden gem speakeasy, and although we…read moretried to make it to the speakeasy it had to close early because of short staff or something. We were redirected to visit this bar, and although we'd been in before this time the drinks were spectacular. The ambiance is still like uptown downtown L.S., if you know what I mean. A very selective crowd, and the sort that I would picture here.

Lee's Summit is a great community and the downtown area is great and getting better every day. Hand…read morein Glove is a place you will love. We have been here a number of times and it never fails to impress. You come in and the folks are friendly and make you smile. The whiskey selection is second to none and certainly impresses. They have a fun drink menu but I stay to my basic love (whiskey). Their old fashions are stellar (you have choices) and on this Sunday morning an old fashion accompanied by an old fashion doughnut made for a special birthday breakfast celebration ; ) Came in smiling and left smiling. Thank you Hand in Glove

I was in the area and stumbled upon this cute little spot. It happened to be open so I went inside…read more I loved all the plants and the decor. The space is smallish but they do have bar seating in addition to seating throughout. The service was friendly and the drinks were great. They don't offer food, but they do offer cocktails, beer, wine, and mocktails. I went on a Sunday and they have a special menu called "Almost Monday." It's a smaller, simpler cocktail menu and the prices are very fair compared to other cocktail spots. I tried the Caipirinha (pineapple) and the Negroni sour. Both were good. My favorite between the two was the Negroni. It had a pretty color and wasn't too sour or strong. I'd def recommend it and get it again. Definitely stop in and check out this cute spot in Shawnee.

Stopped by Wild Child after a nice dinner out in Kansas City. We were just looking for a nearby…read morebar, but wow did this surprise us. When you arrive there is parallel parking available outside the bar. When you walk in you'll feel like your bright, vibrant, and feels incredibly welcoming. Also, they have some really fun drinks as well that have been thoughtfully put together. We ended up sitting at the bar and I started with the Reformed Porn Star (vanilla vodka, bronson's tropical milk punch, passion fruit, Prosecco, citric acid and popping boba) which was by far my favorite drink and felt like I could have drank a couple more of these. Second I tried the Neo Cosmo (white rum, strawberry, cacao, coconut, rose hip, lime, bubble) which was good and was a fun drink with an ice cream shaped cup and a bubble on the top (meant to look like an ice cream cone). If you are in the area, this bar is a must try, the bartenders were awesome and took good care of us. Between the creative cocktails, fun atmosphere, unique floral setting, this was a memorable experience I'd definitely return for.

Very cool speakeasy vibe in the Crossroads! If you're looking for a place with well drinks and…read morepitchers of beer, then this is *not* your place. No, Swordfish Tom's is only serving up handcrafted cocktails, and generally off of their particularly killer menu. Drinks are artisanal, they take a little extra time to prepare, and they are absolutely smashing! Owner Jill has all the talents with both mixology and design and the unique taste comes through each time. Hoist your drink and find a comfy seat, or maybe a dimly lit corner table just for two. Just know that it is CASH ONLY (and there is an ATM on site) and the drinks will run you upwards of $15 or so. Each one is very well worth it, and you're there for a specific ambience, so pony up and enjoy. If you don't know that the entrance is in the alley off of 19th, then you will miss it altogether. Great space, great atmosphere, and outstanding cocktails.

I am so happy I came here! We grabbed pre dinner drinks at Swordfish Tom's and it is a really cool…read moreexperience. The bar is downstairs and a speakeasy feel, with the entrance being in an alley. It feels hidden! There are paintings of nautical creatures/ animals on the walls as you're entering. The space itself is smaller, and from what I've been told they do a great job on regulating crowd size with their wait area. They have very specific craft cocktails. While they didn't have a traditional dirty martini that I enjoy, the bartender recommended something and offered to remake it for me if I didn't enjoy it. It's a really unique space that anyone would enjoy- definitely check it out.

Such a cute cocktail bar! The atmosphere was cozy, stylish, and perfect for a date night or drinks…read morewith friends. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable! The cocktails were delicious and beautifully made, and the whole place had such a fun, intimate vibe. Definitely a spot I'd come back to for a drink and a cute night out!

I've driven past the Fern Bar countless times, but had never stopped in. Truthfully, I knew next to…read morenothing about it. That changed yesterday, when Diana Condori, the bar manager, was named a 2026 James Beard Outstanding Professional in Cocktail Service semifinalist. As we love supporting restaurants and bars that receive that kind of recognition, my wife and I headed to Fern Bar that evening. I was especially curious what exactly a "sugarcane and agave bar" meant. We arrived around 5:30pm and found only a handful of guests inside. After congratulating the bartender who first served us, he mentioned that Diana was working that night and would stop by to meet us. During our conversation, Diana shared that she didn't even know she had been nominated. She woke up Tuesday to a call from owner Bryan Arri, who said he had big news and was coming over. Her first thought was that something terrible had happened--like the bar had burned down. Instead, he showed up with coffee and told her she was a James Beard honoree. Diana is originally from Bolivia and has lived in Kansas City most of her life, with the exception of time spent in San Francisco during the pandemic. She further refined her cocktail craft through local pop-ups in Kansas City under the name Condor's Cove. When Bryan was preparing to open Fern Bar, he reached out to bring her onto the team. The printed cocktail menu immediately reminded me of the Monarch and the Mercury Room--not surprising given Bryan's background at Manifesto and the Monarch. Thoughtful, intentional, and clearly designed for people who appreciate serious cocktails. We planned on having one or two drinks but ended up staying for three, thanks to an outstanding lineup and a memorable conversation with Diana. We tasted: * No Fly Zone - Rum, agave, pineapple foam * Mr. Collage - Smooth, elegant, egg-white cocktail * Three Negroni Lunch - Bitter, boozy, and beautifully balanced * Pendergast No. 4 - Complex and spirit-driven * It's Bananas - Banana liqueur with bright tropical notes * Off the Rails - Creative and well-executed rum/agave cocktail One downside of many cocktail-forward bars is the lack of food, but Fern Bar offers two varieties of mini burritos for $4--just enough protein to keep things balanced while indulging. Great concept, exceptional service, and truly memorable drinks. Check it out--and be sure to say hello to Diana.

WOMAN OWNED, no high fructose, corn syrup, board games, craft nights, and a chill zone all in one…read morespot! Such a great girls night spot and the service was phenomenal

Such great place to get some fun drinks. I Iove this place also have non-alcoholic drinks as well!…read moreThe mojito and cherry taste amazing! It will be a great place to get some cool drinks in summer! The manager was super friendly and great service! We will absolutely go back!

Great Espresso Martin's! Really cool atmosphere and lack of tv's encourages conversation and…read moreconnection. Wife and I loved the place and will definitely be back!

After a mediocre dining experience in Independence area, we got on yelp to find a cocktail bar to…read morekill the rest of our night. We found wine down 109, and it had a pretty good rating so we thought we would give it a try. It was a super friendly place and the owner/bartender was very pleasant, and visited with us for quite a while. I tried some of their specialty drinks. Each were very good and unique. If you're looking for a good hometown, feel in a bar, this is the place. The prices are very reasonable as well.

The Good, the Gin, and the Jalapeño Apocalypse. This hidden…read moregem in Mission Farms serves up serious aesthetic goals. The decor is pure speakeasy charm--complete with ultra-comfortable leather couches and cozy chairs you could sink into for hours. Bonus points to the waitstaff, who were wonderfully attentive all night. Now, for the drinks. A quick PSA: despite a massive liquor list, their custom cocktail menu is fairly compact and fiercely dedicated to gin. As a fellow gin enthusiast, I was thrilled. My first drink--a botanical gin and raspberry infusion topped with a velvety egg white float--was stellar. The rest of our non-gin-loving group, however, looked on with mild betrayal. The real drama came courtesy of the spicy cocktail my friend ordered. "A little bit of spice," the menu implied. What actually arrived was a beverage hosting a massive, fully-seeded jalapeño. It wasn't a drink; it was a weapon. A literal five-alarm fire erupted in her mouth. Come for the immaculate vibes and the leather seating, stay for the gin, but maybe skip the pepper spray in a glass.

What a unique cozy cocktail bar in Mission Farms. Highly recommend coming here for a cocktail or a…read moreglass wine before or after you get dinner in the Mission Farms area. What an amazing atmosphere for a cocktail bar. Very chill, relax vibe. Highly recommend checking it out. There was only one bartender on a Sunday night but he was very attentive.