I'm a cigar aficionado and until recently I have avoided the local cigar shops, as they seem to be…read moreeither dirty or have the ambiance of a hipster hotel lobby. I've heard about this place, but I avoided it until recently, opting for either Omaha Cigar or Safari, both great Omaha establishments. I was content to smoke on my back patio by myself, but a good friend asked me to join him and I agreed. First off, it's a cool building with a lot of history. It used to be a garage, probably built in the 1910's or 20's, so very rustic. The owners put a lot of thought into it, from the specially made leather chairs, some huge, some diminutive so you don't have to feel like you're in one of those chairs at Silver Dollar City that everybody gets their picture taken in, to the special glass, HVAC, Humidor, etc... you can tell this was a labor of love. Secondly, the service is excellent! From the tobacco experts that will guide you through the humidor to the people who work in the 2 attached establishments. There is a speakeasy next-door, just pick up the phone at the front door, say "Joe sent me" and you are allowed into one of the finest drinking establishments in the 5 county metro, replete with all of your favorite beers and craft cocktails that are out of this world! Then, you have the Bellows, an outdoor, intimate music venue that sports 2 firepits, a stage, heaters for those cold nights, and plenty of seating. I was lucky enough to find out about an event that they were having with Toscano Cigars, where for a paltry sum we were treated to the history of that company, a package of cigars, cutters, lighters, and some great Italian food. Then we watched the full length version of The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly. It was an event to remember. After my 3rd visit, I realized that this is a family. People from all walks of life are regulars and they're all friendly. I think that their motto should be "Where everybody knows your brand

Great lounge with an excellent selection of cigars. Some selections you will be hard pressed to…read morefind other places. Welcoming atmosphere with friendly customers and staff. Stop by, sit down and enjoy a beverage of your choice with a premium cigar and stike up a conversation.

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.

Listen, I tell everyone who visits KC about this place. Yeah, you might have to sit in their…read morewaiting room for a bit, but trust that the best and most creative cocktails await you inside. Cash only, but they have an ATM inside if you forget!

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!

An upscale bar in a somewhat small space with a nice outdoor patio that serves primarily cocktails!…read more What they do right is craft some unique flavored cocktails and create a fun atmosphere to get together with a small group of friends. The space can get a little noisy inside when it's full, we also didn't have the best service either, it's pretty clear they were busy however 20+mins without a drink was disappointing.

Everything was great!! Good food, unique gifts and friendly staff. It was a beautiful day. They…read morehave a small sale room out behind the gift shop. We almost cleaned it out! Bought lots of bargain's!

This is a great little spot! I came for lunch and my mom and I shared a few small plates - the…read morebruschetta, pretzels, and flatbread. The flatbread was my favorite. But all were really good! I sipped one of their lattes - but nothing really stood out with the coffee and I probably would skip it next time. There is plenty of parking, indoor and outdoor seating, and a cozy little vibe!

The Continental Room is a newer addition to Lawrence's cocktail bar scene. It manages to combine…read morethe sophistication of an upscale cocktail bar with the cozy nature of a neighborhood watering hole. It's the type of place where you can get a phenomenal cocktail made by their innovative bar staff, or just have a pint of Coors Banquet on tap. The interior of The Continental Room has a sleek speakeasy atmosphere with windows looking down on Mass St. for great people watching. A huge plus is the large outdoor seating area located at the back of the bar, which is perfect during the late summer early autumn twilight hours.

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.

First off, I should have written this review almost a year and a half ago (Meaning this place is so…read morewonderful that I am writing this review almost a year and a half later at 6am...which should tell you something). Now that the cat's out of the bag, I would just like to say that TJ and the staff were absolutely wonderful!!! My (Now) wife and I could not have asked for a better venue nor staff. They worked with us in every aspect possible...even when they didn't have to. The venue is gorgeous, and I'm sure that anyone who tours this place will have quickly already deduced that information...so let me address some of the concerns I had (And how they were addressed). We wanted Jack Stack (the BBQ place down the street was even better. We were worried 2 hrs of alcoholic drinks wasn't going to be enough For our guests. The bar downstairs was so large and so well stocked people didn't have a problem getting what they needed. I was worried it was too far from downtown (and I mean really worried)...the drive was not a problem for my family (all from out of town)...moreover, they all said it was completely worth it and the venue was excellent. My wife was a little anxious at times...TJ and his staff took care of it. It truly was exactly the wedding I wanted and at times didn't even know how to plan. Bottom line: If you choose this place, you will get a top notch staff with a top tear aesthetic for a reasonable price. If you have only considered venues downtown and Ruled this venue out because of the distance (which is exactly what I did)...don't ...at the very least take a tour of the location. I'll bet you will fall in love with both the staff and the venue. ...Just my 2 cents

We hosted our daughters wedding there and it was amazing! The facility and staff were excellent.read more

This place feels like it transports you somewhere else entirely -- dark, moody, almost cave-like in…read morethe best way. The bartender was the real standout: genuinely creative, clearly knows their craft, and put together some excellent specialty drinks without being asked twice. It's quiet in a way that makes conversation easy, no shouting over music or crowds. A hidden gem if you want a low-key night out with drinks that actually taste like someone cared.

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.

We finally got a chance to check this place out. A very treat to have a speakeasy in Lee's Summit…read more I loved the fact that it's above Hand in Glove and that they do switch menu drinks seasonally. We came here during the tail end of spring and hence we had what was available here at the time. I had the Al Mascrapone drink. Very nice strawberry touch to it. Delicious. The service is prompt and friendly. I also enjoyed decor and it's motif to the era of prohibition.

The W.'s without question one recent that your lovely summit downtown. Get a fun old-fashioned…read morespeakeasy approach with incredible bartenders that make the greatest drink which I guess means they're really mixologist not bartenders. The place is dark. It's comfortable. It's just a blast With some of the best drinks in all of Kansas City, the atmosphere and the Lee Summit location you can't go wrong. This is a definite go to spot.

Such a cozy vibe with fantastic live jazz, and best of all was the staff who were so helpful in…read morepicking out drinks for some inexperienced cocktail drinkers! Must check out if you're in Kansas City

Nice enough underground intimate vibes. The P.S. margarita I got was also nice (I got it for the…read moreegg whites). Staff was friendly but it was noisy and crowded here. I got in at a lucky time but the seating was awkward being next to the door and the table was mad wobbly lol