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A long time ago there used to be a bar in this space, which was part of the old Hotel Muehlebach. It was THE place to be. Harry Truman had a special table. Ernest Hemingway hung out here. Truman Capote did, too. Then it all went away - Downtown Kansas City fell out of favor and the building sat empty for a few decades. Now it's back and it's banking on the locals' love of Kansas City's decadent past. A 1920s-inspired old time long bar takes up most of the upper part of the split level space. A few tables and booths make up the remainder of the room. I like the live entertainment - though the sound tends to bounce around and make it a little hard to hold a conversation. I also like the drink menu - which features a little something for everybody.
This is a cute spot. We came on a Saturday night and we were able to hear live music. I ordered an off menu drink but it was good. We also ordered the fizz drink. Food: we had the crab wanton nachos and they were good. We had good service as well.
Great stop for some drinks. They're changing their ways and bringing in some high end ingredients and elevating their cocktails!
Since this is downtown parking might not be easy besides that I do love their location. The food menu changes according to the season and the service were really really good. It's really a nice place where you can enjoy an evening with your loved ones or friends company by a good music. At first, I thought they serve some food that's really fancy and goes really well with your cocktail or wine
Such a cool joint to enjoy cocktails and jazzy lounge music! I walked in for a cocktail and was instantly intrigued by the lady laying on the piano singing... he voice was great, the music was wonderful and the venue was spot-on! They have traditional cocktails, but it's not a craft cocktail joint. Wine list is also typical for a Marriott bar as well, but the venue is nothing like other typical Marriotts! Service was decent... Cocktail was nice... The venue was what I enjoyed most.
I was so excited for this place to open, made a reservation for one of the first weekdays they opened. Had no idea what to expect upon arrival. Firstly, the interior is chic, moody, and gives the impression that it would be a great date night spot - from the dim lighting, to well-dressed bartenders, and of course a pianist. The cocktails are aesthetically pleasing, and innovative. They nailed the aesthetic aspect for sure! But... there were a few things that shifted my experience, and left me a bit confused. When you walk through the rotating front doors for the first time it would be incredible to feel as though you've gone back in time to the former lounge "rendezvous", or to capture the essence and history behind the building. Instead, it felt more like a bachelorette party, or howl at the moon. The pianist is talented, 100%, but the music just did not fit the vibe of the space. From bohemian rhapsody, to rap god, and everything in between. The selections were all over the place, and sometimes hard to follow or fully get into. The prices are high!! Which you would expect, to an extent. We started off with the garden state and room for dessert. They are stunning drinks, and the ingredients are so appealing. I'd order the garden state again, but unfortunately, pass on the room for dessert. The toasted orange blossom meringue (sounds delicious, right??) made it difficult to enjoy the actual drink, whenever I tried to take a sip the meringue floated in one piece to wherever the glass was tilted, it was too sticky and thick to get to any of the liquid - like the texture of a melted marshmallow. We ordered another round, The fruit salad fizz and so close, so far. They were tasty, and I really enjoyed the banana flavor in so close, so far - sweet but not overwhelming. Whereas, the fruit salad fizz was bubbly and refreshing, nothing crazy! Overall, I think it's good to know what to expect when visiting. If you're looking for a romantic or intimate and classic date night location, I wouldn't necessarily say this is the spot to be. But rather a place to top off your night. Good for a group of friends, a bday celebration, or even a bachelorette outing. Come here, if you're in the mood to sing along and listen to lively, upbeat singing/piano. Drinks are on the pricier side, $15-$19 each. Kudos to the owners, I know they worked hard to get this place up and running, and that shines through in the curated menu and beautiful interior. I'd like to come back with some girlfriends on a night out, now that I have a better idea of the atmosphere.
Music is great, also the food and service is amazing, I love singing there. I've had nothing but great experiences there.
Well I'm glad we have another cocktail bar for people who come to KC. The drinks are fine, but on the pricy side for KC. When they are pricy I want great, these are fine. The bar is a gorgeous space and I wish they would have leaned into the old cool bar vibe. The piano player is really good but makes the space so loud. The space is already loud and the piano just makes it louder. You are not going to this bar to have a conversation. And what is with the glowing heads? Why? They block the gorgeous doors.
Sometimes I get mad when I go somewhere I love that I'm just now visiting for the first time. This happened at Voo Lounge. I went with a group on a Wednesday evening and it was pretty empty. The incredible pianist, Will had us entertained the whole night. We played name that tune and did so poorly but it was so fun. The food was also delicious. I had a glass of wine so can't speak to their cocktails but they looked good! Would definitely recommend checking out.
Located downtown Kansas City in the old Muehlebach Hotel. Stop by on a night out for cocktails, drinks and food while listening to a Pianist play your favorite songs. The Audience may break out in song and sing along. Come admire the old architecture and ambiance of the place.
This lounge is located at the Marriott downtown KC. I liked the seating arrangements and ambiance right away. Appetizers were ordered along with drinks. Our server was quick and efficient during the short stay. Overall, it is a nice place to get a bite and beverage while waiting for others to meet up.
Recently opened in downtown Kansas City, Voo Lounge is a piano and cocktail bar attached to the Marriott hotel, with its own entrance on Baltimore Ave. Upon entering through the revolving door, you'll be greeted by a display of members' lockers on the right, while the bar is strategically located along the left wall. Tables are set up around the pianos where live music takes place, creating a perfect ambiance. We decided to sit at the bar and were impressed by the beautiful back bar with a great selection of spirits. T.J. was behind the bar and made me a perfectly balanced negroni that I had been craving. The crowd was lively and engaged in great conversations, while the resident pianist, Will O'keefe, set the perfect tone for the lounge. The live music served as a perfect backdrop for those engaged in conversations, and the center of the show for those enjoying a delicious libation. Alison Korn, the mastermind behind Voo Lounge, has done a wonderful job creating a sophisticated and enjoyable atmosphere. We can't wait to go back!
Great ambience, beautiful bar. The drinks are lovely, the food is delicious and the live piano music sets the vibe. There's some street parking and a parking structure a block away. It's a historic building that has been revitalized, the bar is original and has so much character. Take the elevator upstairs to get to the bathroom.
went to voo this saturday with a friend and loved it, live music with some old school bangers the bartender was so sweet and helped me pick my drink i got the prescription sour and it was SO good. super refreshing, citrusy, a little sour, and the foam on top made it perfectly creamy. also the menu?? so nicely put together. definitely coming back read more
2 months ago
If you are looking for a fabulous downtown vibe, then give Voo Lounge a look. Outstanding crafted cocktails with rotating, seasonal-ish specialties along with plenty of other standbys await you! Found in the lower area of the historic Muehlebach Hotel, Voo has a prohibition, speakeasy feel about it. A lot of the original wood and flooring has been preserved and restored and the member liquor cabinetry along the wall near the entrance lets you know that this is a place with style. Sample from the drink menu, unless you wish only a glass of wine or other. The handcrafted, exclusively designed cocktails come to order and match the Voo's chill vibe. It's also a piano bar and there is some purdy fair talent that rolls through. I can't remember the young man's name but he was like a human karaoke machine, kicking out tunes from Burt Bacharach to Marcy Playground and any tempo & style within. Another visit gave us a chance to see a small jazz combo accompany the pianist for a taste of old Kansas City. So cool! Parking is downtown, which is to say, well, figure it out. But the drinks are worth the wait and maybe the walk and the atmosphere and service is top-shelf, just like a lot of the liquor that flows at Voo. read more
2 years ago
A long time ago there used to be a bar in this space, which was part of the old Hotel Muehlebach. It was THE place to be. Harry Truman had a special table. Ernest Hemingway hung out here. Truman Capote did, too. Then it all went away - Downtown Kansas City fell out of favor and the building sat empty for a few decades. Now it's back and it's banking on the locals' love of Kansas City's decadent past. A 1920s-inspired old time long bar takes up most of the upper part of the split level space. A few tables and booths make up the remainder of the room. I like the live entertainment - though the sound tends to bounce around and make it a little hard to hold a conversation. I also like the drink menu - which features a little something for everybody. read more
This is a cute spot. We came on a Saturday night and we were able to hear live music. I ordered an off menu drink but it was good. We also ordered the fizz drink. Food: we had the crab wanton nachos and they were good. We had good service as well. read more
Since this is downtown parking might not be easy besides that I do love their location. The food menu changes according to the season and the service were really really good. It's really a nice place where you can enjoy an evening with your loved ones or friends company by a good music. At first, I thought they serve some food that's really fancy and goes really well with your cocktail or wine read more
2 years ago
Such a cool joint to enjoy cocktails and jazzy lounge music! I walked in for a cocktail and was instantly intrigued by the lady laying on the piano singing... he voice was great, the music was wonderful and the venue was spot-on! They have traditional cocktails, but it's not a craft cocktail joint. Wine list is also typical for a Marriott bar as well, but the venue is nothing like other typical Marriotts! Service was decent... Cocktail was nice... The venue was what I enjoyed most. read more
3 years ago
I was so excited for this place to open, made a reservation for one of the first weekdays they opened. Had no idea what to expect upon arrival. Firstly, the interior is chic, moody, and gives the impression that it would be a great date night spot - from the dim lighting, to well-dressed bartenders, and of course a pianist. The cocktails are aesthetically pleasing, and innovative. They nailed the aesthetic aspect for sure! But... there were a few things that shifted my experience, and left me a bit confused. When you walk through the rotating front doors for the first time it would be incredible to feel as though you've gone back in time to the former lounge "rendezvous", or to capture the essence and history behind the building. Instead, it felt more like a bachelorette party, or howl at the moon. The pianist is talented, 100%, but the music just did not fit the vibe of the space. From bohemian rhapsody, to rap god, and everything in between. The selections were all over the place, and sometimes hard to follow or fully get into. The prices are high!! Which you would expect, to an extent. We started off with the garden state and room for dessert. They are stunning drinks, and the ingredients are so appealing. I'd order the garden state again, but unfortunately, pass on the room for dessert. The toasted orange blossom meringue (sounds delicious, right??) made it difficult to enjoy the actual drink, whenever I tried to take a sip the meringue floated in one piece to wherever the glass was tilted, it was too sticky and thick to get to any of the liquid - like the texture of a melted marshmallow. We ordered another round, The fruit salad fizz and so close, so far. They were tasty, and I really enjoyed the banana flavor in so close, so far - sweet but not overwhelming. Whereas, the fruit salad fizz was bubbly and refreshing, nothing crazy! Overall, I think it's good to know what to expect when visiting. If you're looking for a romantic or intimate and classic date night location, I wouldn't necessarily say this is the spot to be. But rather a place to top off your night. Good for a group of friends, a bday celebration, or even a bachelorette outing. Come here, if you're in the mood to sing along and listen to lively, upbeat singing/piano. Drinks are on the pricier side, $15-$19 each. Kudos to the owners, I know they worked hard to get this place up and running, and that shines through in the curated menu and beautiful interior. I'd like to come back with some girlfriends on a night out, now that I have a better idea of the atmosphere. read more
2 years ago
Music is great, also the food and service is amazing, I love singing there. I've had nothing but great experiences there. read more
4 years ago
Well I'm glad we have another cocktail bar for people who come to KC. The drinks are fine, but on the pricy side for KC. When they are pricy I want great, these are fine. The bar is a gorgeous space and I wish they would have leaned into the old cool bar vibe. The piano player is really good but makes the space so loud. The space is already loud and the piano just makes it louder. You are not going to this bar to have a conversation. And what is with the glowing heads? Why? They block the gorgeous doors. read more
2 years ago
Sometimes I get mad when I go somewhere I love that I'm just now visiting for the first time. This happened at Voo Lounge. I went with a group on a Wednesday evening and it was pretty empty. The incredible pianist, Will had us entertained the whole night. We played name that tune and did so poorly but it was so fun. The food was also delicious. I had a glass of wine so can't speak to their cocktails but they looked good! Would definitely recommend checking out. read more
3 years ago
Located downtown Kansas City in the old Muehlebach Hotel. Stop by on a night out for cocktails, drinks and food while listening to a Pianist play your favorite songs. The Audience may break out in song and sing along. Come admire the old architecture and ambiance of the place. read more
This lounge is located at the Marriott downtown KC. I liked the seating arrangements and ambiance right away. Appetizers were ordered along with drinks. Our server was quick and efficient during the short stay. Overall, it is a nice place to get a bite and beverage while waiting for others to meet up. read more
4 years ago
Recently opened in downtown Kansas City, Voo Lounge is a piano and cocktail bar attached to the Marriott hotel, with its own entrance on Baltimore Ave. Upon entering through the revolving door, you'll be greeted by a display of members' lockers on the right, while the bar is strategically located along the left wall. Tables are set up around the pianos where live music takes place, creating a perfect ambiance. We decided to sit at the bar and were impressed by the beautiful back bar with a great selection of spirits. T.J. was behind the bar and made me a perfectly balanced negroni that I had been craving. The crowd was lively and engaged in great conversations, while the resident pianist, Will O'keefe, set the perfect tone for the lounge. The live music served as a perfect backdrop for those engaged in conversations, and the center of the show for those enjoying a delicious libation. Alison Korn, the mastermind behind Voo Lounge, has done a wonderful job creating a sophisticated and enjoyable atmosphere. We can't wait to go back! read more
3 years ago
Great ambience, beautiful bar. The drinks are lovely, the food is delicious and the live piano music sets the vibe. There's some street parking and a parking structure a block away. It's a historic building that has been revitalized, the bar is original and has so much character. Take the elevator upstairs to get to the bathroom. read more
2 years ago
We stopped here for our last nightcap after a night on the town. Sat at the bar and had amazing service while we listened to a gentleman play some music. Love the ambience and the drinks. My husband just had a double shot of Buffalo Trace and I have the Rendezvous. It was a delicious drink! read more
Really enjoyed the drinks and ambiance of Voo Lounge. My husband and I were visiting Kansas for the night, and our hotel recommended this bar. We are so glad that we went. The staff is so nice and knowledgeable on cocktails. We also really enjoyed the entertainment for the night. It was a perfect ending to our evening. read more
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Don't let the exterior decor fool you - the interior of Voo has a classy, cozy feel. We opted not to use the valet and instead parked at a nearby garage, which was easily walkable. I would definitely recommend making reservations instead of walk-ins. The service was wonderful and staff had no problem answering our various questions regarding the menu. While the specialty cocktails were unique and often included fun accoutrements (blueberry whipped cream in an edible cone, fresh honeycomb, etc.), I did feel they were on the pricier side for the overall quantity and taste. Expect to pay at least $15 per specialty beverage. We ordered the Rendezvous, Fruit Salad Fizz (my favorite), Smoke Alarm, and Queen Bee. We also ordered the Cajun Deviled Eggs which were unfortunately flavorless, as well as the Fig & Pancetta Flatbread, which was well-balanced and delicious. The resident pianist was energetic and played a nice variety of songs, offering an entertaining backdrop for the evening. The piano IS loud, but that is to be expected with a piano bar! Overall, we were glad to have tried Voo. Although it may not be our "go-to", it is a fun date night/special occasion spot. read more
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