Situated in Downtown Independence, Kansas, this could-be cultural mecca was established to provide…read moreIndependence with a sense of history and culture while updating and refurbishing this iconic landmark. Behind, what is said to be the oldest revolving door ever, is the lobby: a restaurant and bar. Downstairs is a performance space which has served as a dinner theater and music venue. Adjacent the lobby is a ballroom that can be rented out for events. The hotel itself has been transformed into apartments perfect for the young, and established. If you like to dine and drink within an astutely restored atmosphere, Booth Hotel will not disappoint. Hopefully, the Los Angeles to Kansas transplant owners will find a way to open a much needed art gallery in this beautiful space and continue to bring more of the arts to the town of Independence.

Old Hotel Serves…read moreseafood And Italian. Ok food and adds class to nice downtown.

First time I've ever been Got biscuits and gravy and hash…read morebrowns. The gravy tasted and looked like it was made from old dirty grease. By far the worst biscuits and gravy I've ever ate. The hashbrowns were good. I'll never go back. The cashier wasn't very friendly. The little store was cute but I'm not going back just for the store.

This review is for lunch for four on Labor Day…read more service: I think Nita was the name of our server. Hope I got that right, because she was fantastic. Professional, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. food: We started with onion rings ($4). These are some of the best o-rings you'll ever enjoy. Then again, the French fries ($3) and my club sandwich ($8) were also amazing. My wife had the chicken strip salad ($8) and reported it was also great. Our table also had a cheeseburger ($8) and roast beef sandwich ($7) that drew high marks details: Plenty of parking outside. Space is divided into dining room and store. There is outdoor seating, but it was too hot in August. Don't miss the Schenker Family Farms local meats and other products.

Always a great lunch. I have the special most days and it never disappoints. Wish I lived closer so…read moreI could have dinner during the week.

Nice atmosphere, good meal, and the owner was friendly and gave good service. Everyone glad we…read morestopped in on our road trip.

I made the trip to Summit Hill Gardens from Dallas, and I could not have been more pleased with the…read moreaccommodations and beautiful surroundings. Directions were spot-on, and check-in was a breeze. The Cottage is charming and comfortable, decorated by the careful hand of Patsy, the owner, an artist with great imagination and wonderfully eclectic taste. After settling in, I ventured across the grounds and was fortunate enough to run into Patsy, a barefoot gray-haired pixie wearing jeans and a tee-shirt, who greeted me with a warm smile and a firm hand-shake. She had just finished work for the day and offered me a tour, which I gladly accepted. I soon learned that this petite hippy-chick artist, who traveled the world visiting architectural treasures with her husband, is also a tough-as-nails farmer's daughter who can build anything and fix anything. He runs her soap making operation out of a restored barn that she and her father re-located from a nearby farm using jacking equipment, bridge girders, and a flatbed trailer. (Because, you know, who doesn't have a dad with bridge girders laying around?) Patsy also gave me a tour of the old schoolhouse which she and her husband beautifully restored including an addition with a grand fireplace and large seating area. The property is meticulously maintained and features a number of unique art pieces that fit perfectly with the rural setting. The pool offers a nice place to cool off on warm summer days. I visited in late August after a mild summer with good rain that left the property lush and green. It is easy to see why Summit Hill is the picture-perfect wedding venue. The bridesmaids room is above the shop, accessed by a vintage cast iron spiral staircase that leads to a large dressing room with a picture window where the ladies can look out and see the guests arriving. Spectacular. If you are searching for the perfect place for a wedding, a party, or just a brief get-away (like I was), do yourself a favor and visit Summit Hill Gardens.

Summit Hill Gardens is absolutely gorgeous! We had our daughter's baby shower in the barn in…read moreJanuary. It was perfect! Patsy & Meg were a pleasure to work with and so nice and helpful. I would recommend the event venue to anyone looking for a wonderful place to host an event.