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    The Wine Journal

    4.8 (32 reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Live music
    Outdoor seating

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    Apple Gorgonzola salad with chicken
    Amy F.

    I've heard so many friends rave about this place and I finally had the chance to stop in. OH MY GOODNESS - I'M SO GLAD I DID! I had the apple Gorgonzola salad and added chicken. The vinaigrette dressing is seriously the best I've ever had. The salad was large, the chicken was tender and the yummy toppings were plentiful. I was too full for dessert, but I did get a slick finish their homemade chocolate wine cake to go. I enjoyed it later in the evening and it was heavenly. I'll definitely be back!

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    Kristen M.

    This place is such a gem. There is a reason we drive 45 min each way to go here a couple times per month! It blows my mind that this amazing place is located in the middle of a town that has a population of 1500! The wine selection is amazing, and features some fantastic Missouri wines! Whatever your taste, The Wine Journal has you covered! The also have an good craft beer selection, so don't let the name fool ya! The food is fantastic, too! They have incredible pizza, and even offer a GF/low carb crust! If you are feeling something lighter, they also have an amazing charcuterie tray! And don't skip dessert! If their signature cake doesn't appeal to you, grab a chocolate tray! It is amazing! And...The service is amazing! The employees are so great! The employees are one of my very favorite parts of going to The Wine Journal.

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    Tammy C.

    What a great atmosphere. The wine selection is great, snacks and small plates looks divine. We just stopped in for a glass on our journey. Definitely want to come back

    Sweet wine tasting

    Wonderful little surprise! The wine flights and appetizers were perfect. Our waitress was very helpful and friendly. Will definitely be back.

    Quaint little place.
    Kathy S.

    My husband and I were traveling south on I-49, and just wanted to stop for a nice lunch. Only 2 minutes off the highway, The Wine Journal was perfect! Lovely inside, pleasant server and wonderful food! We both had paninis and I had a side salad that was made with crisp, fresh field greens and a tasty Strawberry Balsamic dressing. We heartily recommend, as they offered burgers, flatbread pizzas, entree salads and a good choice of appetizers. I was too full for dessert but they had a few intriguing choices.

    Caprese flatbread
    Michaella N.

    Seriously love going in here. Sometimes I have an hour and can go grab a glass of wine. Sometime I get a yummy lunch and other times I go for the evening to eat and have wine! It's such a fun place to meet up with friends and family. Recently tried the Onion and Gorgonzola Flatbread and it was amazing! The Stonehill Ozark Hellbender is my favorite wine but drank the Castello Del Poggio Moscato with my SIL and it was so good.

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    You gotta try the gluten free buffalo chicken pizza. Its really good. The staff is efficient and friendly.

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    Everything we've tried is delicious! Especially the stuffed mushrooms! Wide selection of local wines & beers! Staff was very friendly!

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    Bacon Gorgonzola Stuffed Mushrooms are amazing! Always a great stop on the way south

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    A great place! We come here often and enjoy the variety on their menu, always good! Wine selection is excellent!! You should check it out.

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    Really good food. Wine burger, flat bread, salads are all good! Save room for chocolate cake with your wine!

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    Green Lady Lounge - Basement Bar Area

    Green Lady Lounge

    4.5(586 reviews)
    49.5 miCrossroads, Greater Downtown
    $$

    Where in the US can you go to experience amazing live taken for only $10z the Green Lady Lounge is…read morewhere you go! Clean, smoke free lively jazz music and plenty of seating. There's two levels of entertainment. The service was friendly. Only thing is that they don't have food so eat beforehand. There was a hummus plate and some desserts. We had soooo much fun. Such talented musicians. This was a must visiting from LA!

    My husband and I actually drove past this place at first--I was expecting green signage, not red,…read moreso it didn't immediately catch my eye. Even walking in, we weren't quite sure what to expect. The entrance is small, and you're greeted right away, which was a nice touch. Once inside, it's very dark with deep red lighting--almost like stepping into a cave. It took a moment for our eyes to adjust, but once they did, we immediately felt at ease. The space is cozy and perfectly aligned with its purpose: it's all about the jazz. The service was great--welcoming, attentive, and added to the overall experience without taking away from the music. And the music? Absolutely captivating. It pulls you in and transports you--you can't help but settle into the vibe and just enjoy the moment together. We went on a Monday, so there was plenty of seating, but I noticed there's also a lower level that likely accommodates larger weekend crowds. There's a solid drink menu and a small selection of food, but honestly, this isn't the place you come for a full meal. Come for the drinks, stay for the music, and soak in the atmosphere.

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    Love this place!!!

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    Live jazz. Super cool spot. KC doesn't disappoint.

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    Konrad's Kitchen and Tap House - Thai Pizzini with Fries

    Konrad's Kitchen and Tap House

    3.9(154 reviews)
    35.6 mi
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    Seamless lunch catering experience!…read more I worked with management to pull together a delivered, hot, boxed lunch for a 30 person client meeting. Communication was excellent and they were able to swap in some vegetarian options at the last minute. The food arrived right on time and was hot, labeled and ready to go! Everyone raved about the food and we had a room full of happy folks. I would definitely call upon them again!

    We were hoping for a better experience, but unfortunately, it wasn't very good. When we entered the…read morerestaurant, the host avoided eye contact and quickly seated us at a small bistro table right by the door for no clear reason. It was cold, and most of the restaurant was empty. When my boyfriend asked if we could sit near the bar, where there were plenty of available tables, the host didn't even look at us and simply said, "Help yourself." I'm not sure why we were treated that way. When the food arrived, my boyfriend's burger was completely different from what he ordered. He ordered a BBQ burger with extra crispy bacon, but it came with no sauce and no bacon at all. My burger was very dry, and the fries were overcooked. I do like crispy fries, but these were far beyond that. I assume the food issues were a kitchen mistake. On a positive note, the ambiance was nice, and our server was kind and attentive. She checked on us more than three times. My boyfriend is so kind and he didn't want to send the burger back.

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    Konrad's Kitchen and Tap House - Great bar! Great service.

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    Blvd Tavern

    Blvd Tavern

    4.0(442 reviews)
    49.4 miCrossroads, Greater Downtown
    $$
    Free parking
    Outdoor seating

    UPDATED: They have one of the best steaks in the city... but this last time I went... at 9 pm when…read morethey have their closing time online at 10 pm... kind of torqued me off. I'll be back... because the food is good. But they need to fix their outward information. Now I have to wait for that steak. Bastards!!! I'm serious about being pissed. Just a heads up to the marketing folks. FIX YOUR HOURS!!! ADDED PART: I appreciate the leadership response. Further, I recognize that there are a multitude of platforms with business hours posted. And expecting to sync them all is just crazy. I get it. I was just upset I couldn't get that delicious dish! Regardless... I updated the rating from 3 to 5 stars. (consider 24 hour operations and we don't need to discuss this further) LOL!!! Seriously though... looking forward to coming through.

    This review is for brunch. My wife and I had dined here before, so when I was searching for a…read moreshort-notice Saturday brunch reservation I liked the prospect when I saw availability here. It seemed like my family enjoyed what they ordered, and I'll say the cinnamon roll looked really good. My wife and I weren't super hungry, so we each ordered a biscuit and gravy. I loved the biscuit. It had a unique texture with a crispy outside while internally soft and moist. The biscuit and gravy is a real bang for buck option. The side of fruit was really good. It wasn't one of those sad bowls of mostly honeydew melon and cantaloupe. It had grapes, blueberries and strawberries. There was a mixup with one of the entrees my group ordered but the issue was quickly resolved by the server.

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    The Westside Local - Honey Siraxha Chicken Sandwich

    The Westside Local

    4.1(732 reviews)
    49.8 mi
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    We decided to give this place another try and boy am I glad we did…read more We were first in the door for a 5 PM reservation on Sunday when they reopen after brunch. Our friends joined us and we again started with the Elote Tater Tots, which are a gift to mankind. They're truly awesome. My wife and I shared the Wagyu blue cheeseburger and had a side salad for each of us. It was delicious. Very good!! For dessert we ordered a chocolate torte and crème brûlée for the table to share. Both of them were very good. The crème brûlée might've been a bit better. This was a much improved experience from our last visit, where some of the items were either lacking flavor or way too salty. They have resolved that issue in the kitchen. This is a wonderful gem for the west side community. We can't wait to return.

    A social media post about fish and chips got me. I had to visit for that reason alone…read more It was the first time I had been in a while. I always enjoy the food here. I've never had a bad meal. The fish and chips were very good. My wife and I wished we would have shared one order. The portions were very generous, and I did still clean my plate. Our server was really good. He made us laugh a few times. Laughs are always nice. I usually visit in late summer when BLTs are on the menu because they use some really tasty tomatoes. I'll see you then if I don't see you sooner!

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    The Westside Local - Inside entry way

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    The Westside Local - Looking into the top of the airmid with fresh mint.

    Looking into the top of the airmid with fresh mint.

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