The W

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

Outside at night

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The Pink Elephant

3.6(14 reviews)

Downtown LS has quite the bar selection so I always like checking out new bars. The outside sign is…read moresimple of a pink elephant. When I walked in everyone was sitting at the bar. It felt like everyone knew each other. The rest of the seating in the bar area was open with comfortable seating. I'm not sure this is somewhere I would stop in on a regular basis. But glad I came in to check it out. The bartender was friendly and attentive. He was doing a great job taking care of everyone.

Adorable and friendly atmosphere! The owner can make any drink you want! Great service, excellent…read morelibations, Excellent vibes!

Walking to the pink elephant

Low key signage.

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Old Fashion at the elephant

Third Street Social

4.1(718 reviews)

0.2 mi

Food - amazing Service- first rate…read moreThe experience is one of the most relaxing and enjoyable-- the details are well done

I liked the Korean steak noodle salad- I think if more of the noodles were noodley (not fried) and…read morethe pears were cut one more time. Staff was terrific. I'd love to see them eliminate plastic straws- they just bring them out with the waters without asking.

Seating

Fried Chicken (Half)

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Blackend Shrimp Tacos

Iron Horse Bar & Grill

3.7(158 reviews)

1.3 mi

I just had lunch at the Iron horse Cafe. I had the smokehouse burger and it was probably the best…read moreburger I've had in the last 6 months. So good. Cooked perfectly. And the sides selections are really extensive. I had the au gratin potatoes which were wonderful. Our waitress was Trinity and she was fantastic. Always there with refills and very helpful. My friend had the teriyaki chicken sandwich and said it was great and he had their curly fries which are huge. The atmosphere in there is great. Everybody is super nice. The other menu selections looked really good. I need to get in and try all of them. Highly recommend it!

I've been in the restaurant once for a happy hour and enjoyed it. It was during Christmas holidays…read moreand I loved how festive it was. This review is based on the last two delivery orders we placed. I got the cajon salmon and shrimp with a side of Brussels sprouts and macaroni and cheese. It was delicious. I was surprised at how well it traveled as we live 20 minutes away. My husband got steak and fries the first time and chicken fried steak the second time. I'm already looking forward to eating it again this Sunday.

The right side bar.

Texas Sheet Cake w/ Vanilla Bean Ice Cream

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Libations & Company

4.1(56 reviews)

Ambiance: 5 Service: 5…read moreDrinks : 5 Nice place to enjoy live music and great drinks. Nice atmosphere with a long bar and big comfy lounge seating.

Traditionally, Libations is a great place to have a superb knockout drink made by highly skilled…read moremixologists. So when we are in downtown Lee's Summit, we always hit Libations. We stop for a drink (or two) and sometimes make an evening of it because the music and atmosphere are so good. So imagine our surprise when we stopped in and ordered two drinks (Gin and Soda and an Old Fashion). The soda had very little Hendricks, and the Old Fashion was a short pour. They remade the Gin and Soda, but the result was the same. We will be back again because this place is too cool to leave after one challenging experience. We expect a bounce-back performance. The drinks aren't cheap, so expectations are high (and should be) as well. I'll let you know what happens on the next trip, and please understand that I still think this is an absolutely necessary stop-in spot!

Inside view before jazz

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Smoke Brewing Company

4.0(391 reviews)

Barbecue and a brewery?…read more Yes please. I've only visited for brunch, so that's what I'll write about. The menu has a few familiar faces - Eggs Benedicts, biscuits and gravy, breakfast sandwiches, chicken and waffles and more. I liked the biscuits and gravy, but I absolutely loved the Burnt Ends Eggs Benedict. The beers are solid and feature something for everybody. I wish they offered an extra seasonal, but I understand a brewing schedule that features quick moving draughts. A small note - please watch your check. Some of the prices in the computer don't match with the menu. The staff - who were awesome - were also apologetic and moved to make corrections when notified.

Been here a few times. The pop-up for Christmas was absolutely delightful and the drinks were…read moredelicious. I ordered the cousin James, which came in a really cute boot. My niece ordered the spiked hot chocolate and she loved it. We ordered the barbecue fries as an appetizer and it was delicious. Previously, we've come here during bar crawls and also love when the menu changes a little bit for Oktoberfest. My parents absolutely loved their bloody Mary's. The wings are yummy as well as the brisket sandwich. It is one of my favorites. I don't think you can go wrong with anything here.

Nice bar, great beer 'range'!

Ribs, pulled pork, baked beans, fries, burnt ends, pickles, toast

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Shakin Martini Lounge

5.0(3 reviews)

6.0 mi

It's been a while since I've been here for drinks and I believe they've changed ownership - for the…read morebetter! The new layout is more open - the bar is expanded and they took down a wall so it appears much more open and inviting. The decor is updated and coordinates. The drinks are REALLY good. I stick with my typical lemon drop and they perfect. I don't remember the name but there's a coconut infused rum drink that was KILLER. Service was spot on and fast. Pro tip: in the local Lake Lottawana paper there's a coupon for a buy one get one free drink. Score!

Let me pop back in to say you should give this spot some consideration for you next party or event…read more We hosted a NYE party and Shakin' made it truly amazing for our guests. Graze board filled with goodies, custom menu, great music, fantastic service. Love this team!

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Fringe Beerworks

4.6(54 reviews)

The bartender, Nicole, is my new favorite human. She was so sweet and on top of it, running the…read moreentire bar by herself. We had the caramel cream ale, which is in my top 5 beers of all time. Perfectly sweet and light. The peach tee kolsch was good too- a nice balance of peach. The cherry limeade wheat was right on the edge of sour. It was good that it was served in a smaller glass so we didn't do too much of it. We also did a shot of the stonebreaker cinnamon whiskey, which was a really nice collab between fringe and another local distillery. Super smooth with an oaky flavor on the background. Absolutely love the dark carnival decor, especially the pinball machines, the giant skeleton and the patio with a garage door interior. Highly highly recommend on every level. You should go!

What an amazing brewer in the KC suburb of Lee's Summit…read more First off the art work is eclectic and many pieces pay homage to the beers on tap. There is a story for much of the art work which I will not do a disservice by trying put it in a review. Go there, see it and ask they'll gladly share the story. Second, INCREDIBLE beers are on tap. I tasted 10 during my visit and every single beer was worth trying. My faves were: Freshly Squeezed Blueberry Lemonade Wheat, Apple Pie Milkshake IPA and Calliope Caramel Cream Ale. Finally, the most important part of the operation is the people. Every single person that was present made me feel welcome and like I was already a part of their community. WOW, I was left feeling like I'd made new friends which I know I did. I travel to KC at least once per year and every year I will return to support this awesome brewery. Thank you for a memorable experience.

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Wally's Grill & Drafthouse

4.5(214 reviews)

4.3 mi

I've been to Wally's a multitude of times, and every single visit has been amazing. The food is…read moreconsistently delicious, service is always friendly and accommodating, and everything comes out incredibly fast. Most of my orders have been curbside pickup since it's right around the corner from my house, and the process has always been quick and seamless. Let me tell you about the Great Salmon Caper Sandwich. A soft, pillowy brioche bun, flaky grilled salmon, fresh lettuce, tomato, and onion, topped with a creamy, tangy aioli. It is quite literally one of the best salmon sandwiches I've ever had. When I say I'll never get sick of this sandwich, I mean it. It's a genuine 10/10 and one of the main reasons I keep coming back. The Cluckers are also excellent and come with an absurd amount of food. My only complaint is that the chicken pieces can sometimes be so large that the chicken-to-breading ratio feels a little off. Other than that, they're fantastic. The breading is seasoned perfectly, the chicken is juicy, and the price is extremely affordable for the portion size. The homemade honey mustard is also some of the best I've ever had and is easily my favorite dipping sauce on the menu. Wally's is one of those places that never disappoints. Fast service, affordable prices, generous portions, and consistently great food make it an easy recommendation.

Went to Wally's and got the Turkey Jive with sweet potato fries and the food was really good. They…read morehave bunch on Sundays until 2pm so there's plenty of choices when it comes to your meal! The service was really good and the restaurant was clean and well put together.

The Ruben Sandwich

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Diametric Brewing Company

4.7(62 reviews)

1.2 mi

DELICIOUS! We ordered to go as we were camping nearby. We got the nachos- which we devoured before…read moreremembering to take a picture. The tots were awesome as well- the homemade sauce/dips were so unique and fitting . I highly recommend this place! I also grabbed a 4 pack of their sour ale they had on hand. Sooo good! Dangerously good!

Good drinks and appetizers! Their tots were amazing. They have some games for the kids. A great…read moreplace to try!

Pond next to brewery

Patio entrance

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Great beer and great food. Love their Sunday brunch.

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Jon E.

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8 years ago

This is a fun place to meet friends. It's great to see them expanding a new business downstairs soon! I am really looking forward enjoying another favorite destination in Lee's Summit! The drinks are fun and the atmosphere is memorable. Thanks for your commitment to making Lee's Summit a great destination for everyone to enjoy! read more

Adam J.

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4 years ago

Great drinks and nice atmosphere! I enjoy trying the new drinks they come up with. Friendly staff too :)

Philip W.

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11 years ago

This is my new great place to have a terrific drink, or two, and visit. Cozy and fun.

Jay N.

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9 years ago

Such a great place to go in Lees Summit.

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