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Best Restaurants Our December issue featured our list of the top forty restaurants in the city and the announcement of our Restaurant of the Year,
Best Restaurants Our December issue featured our list of the top forty restaurants in the city and the announcement of our Restaurant of the Year,
This listing of the metro’s top dentists is excerpted from the national 2025 topDentists™ list. The KC list is based on thousands of detailed evaluations
Art Westport The 45th annual Art Westport is the city’s oldest local art show, showcasing arts and crafts by the city’s top talent. Whether you’re
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We scoured the history books, took a look at the last 180 or so years of Kansas City history and cherry-picked the moments and movements that shaped the city we live in today. Some events called for instant celebration or quick action, others for somber reflection and disciplined planning, but each moment in time led us to where we find ourselves now.
Our readers’ top picks for taking care of their beauty, health and wellness needs. Editor’s Pick Best Budtender: Celeste Davis Celeste Davis, winner of the
Summer nights are the perfect time to grab a blanket, lie down and stargaze. Although it can be hard with metropolitan Kansas City’s insistent sprawl,
A grocery store is one of the first notable additions shoppers can expect at the Country Club Plaza, and the historic shopping center’s new owner
More than 700 adventurers set out down the Missouri River at Kaw Point in the world’s longest non-stop river race. It’s known at the MR340
From the Great American Beer Festival to the James Beard awards, KC’s food and drink scene continues to be recognized. Our innovative hospitality industry shows no
The Power List: The 50 Most Powerful People In KC Kansas City thrives on diverse sources of power. It’s a city where immense wealth can
Looking for an over-the-top ensemble or want Instagram-worthy party decorations? Believe it or not, those in the know and not afraid to stand out in
Fall Arts Preview 2023 September Homeward Bound Janelle Monáe heads to the Midland Theatre in of the top can’t-miss KC Fall events. September 9. Midland
For the first time since December 2019, we’re presenting a full update to our list of the forty best restaurants in Kansas City.
It’s soup season. Here are 11 BOWLS of comfort around KC, including the revival of an iconic steak soup and life-changing clam chowder. WORDS MARTIN CIZMAR, NATALIE
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The coronavirus pandemic accelerated many trends. Shortly after the coronavirus pandemic began, housing prices started to creep up as supply dwindled. Two years later, even
Prime Social is a rooftop cocktail lounge designed for conversation, where guests gather to enjoy the moment. Enjoy a modern and refined rooftop experience while
If it’s time for a checkup and you don’t know where to go, you’re in luck. Our annual list of the best oral health professionals
Kansas City Mavericks Blades Tribute Night May 15 Normally, minor league hockey season is wrapping up right about now. But with the pandemic pushing the
The coronavirus pandemic accelerated many trends. At the top of the list is Kansas City real estate. The market was already hot, but the pandemic
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If there is one thing we’ve learned these past few months, it’s this: love is essential. In an unprecedented time, Diamonds Direct is taking unprecedented
Need a real estate agent? If you don’t now, you probably will at some point. When that time comes, we suggest choosing from our list
Bethany Austin, M.D. Co-Medical Director of the Advanced Heart Failure Program at Saint Luke’s Mid America Heart Institute Dr. Bethany Austin has been a cardiology
In an age of ecological anxiety, nothing speaks more profoundly to our environmental hopes and fears than the act of recycling. We carefully wash our
[Updated: June 29, 2021] When it comes to finding the best burger in Kansas City, people have strong opinions. There are a few regulars that
Productions centering on and celebrating women of color were rare when playwright Ntozake Shange published For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide/When the Rainbow Was
On June 3, 1979, the Kemper Arena hosted a convention of America’s top architects. The group gathered inside the West Bottom’s sleek modernist arena, a
April 3 Laura Jane Grace and the Devouring Mothers Laura Jane Grace has evolved throughout her 20 years in the punk rock scene, most
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Our definition of a restaurant for the purposes of our top 40 list is a place where you can sit and eat comfortably that maintains regular hours at least a few days per week. Here are a few spots that have great food but didn’t meet that criteria.
Openings The Brass Monkey (307 Admiral Blvd, KCMO, brassmonkeylounge.com) There’s a new speakeasy-style cocktail lounge in town. The Brass Monkey, which officially opened to the
Westport’s historic downtown hub is home to one of the most walkable and diverse dining scenes in KC. This week, you have an excuse to
Here are ten things to do in KC this weekend, January 23—26, including Sensatia, Hiplet Ballerinas and Lunar New Year Festival.
After an extremely successful two years with their Palestinian restaurant Baba’s Pantry, the Kamal family has expanded their brand. Their newest concept, Baba’s Bakery, is
Wichita’s Chick N Max has long had its eye on the Kansas City metro. Now it is reamping up its expansion plans here and throughout
Meat Mitch’s Master Dinner Series is picking back up next month and starting off with a bang. The first dinner Barbacoa on May 8 is a collaboration
Popular local chef opens ‘Japanese farmhouse’ restaurant Chef Amante Domingo from The Russell recently opened new fine dining restaurant Noka (334 E. 31st KCMO). Located
From farmer’s market pop-up in 2019 to full-service restaurant, Taco Naco is having a wildly successful ride. Ranked 22 on our Top 40 KC Restaurants
Not long ago, the standard American diet called breakfast “the most important meal of the day.” It was, according to dieticians and grandmothers, in our
One of Kansas City’s renowned barbecue restaurants, Q39, is celebrating their ninth year in business by bringing back some customer favorites. The restaurant has a
Kansas City was in desperate need of quality dumplings, and Katie Liu answered the bat signal.
Whether you’re feeling a romantic night with your significant other or want to spend time with your girlfriends for #GalentinesDay, we have you covered
The annual winter Restaurant Week in Kansas City starts this Friday, January 10 and goes until January 19. The promotion includes hundreds of restaurants throughout KC, with
September 1 Nathaniel Rateliff & the Night Sweats Roots rocker Nathaniel Rateliff hails from the town of Hermann, Missouri, just three hours east of Kansas
In 2023, I wrote about the new sushi wave rolling through Kansas City. Around that time, the Plaza’s Kura Sushi started delivering sushi on a
Here are ten things to do in KC this weekend, November 6—9 including Thundergong, The Kansas City Current Quarterfinal Match and Tower Con.
As the federal government remains shut down, the future of those with SNAP benefits (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) is uncertain. The recent news comes from
Jason Sudeikis is coming home and bringing a few friends for a charity bash In 2005, Kansas City musician Billy Brimblecom Jr. lost his leg
Prickly Pear Nature Trail (2 miles, easy) Located in Lee’s Summit, the Prickly Pear Trail contains a variety of rock formations that keep the hike
Here are thirteen things to do in KC this weekend, October 30—November 2 including Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Lakecia Benjamin and Dracula.
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Openings The Parker Hollow (100 Main St., Parkville, MO) Downtown Parkville has a new spot to check out. The Parker Hollow opened earlier this month
Jenny Steineger was crafting lavender-filled eye pillows with sex trafficking victims when she had an epiphany. It was 2018, and she was volunteering at Veronica’s
Here are fourteen things to do in KC this weekend, October 23—26 including Brass and Booojee, Cuco and Sugar Skull.
Here are fourteen things to do in KC this weekend, October 16—19 including Swan Lake, Fred Armisen and Kemet Coleman & The Phantastics.
One of the best parts of any good festival experience is the small, joyful act of wandering among the food trucks, waiting to see what
Here are thirteen things to do in KC this weekend, October 9—12 including Christian McBride & Brad Mehldau, Heartland Book Festival and RENT.
Here are fifteen things to do in KC this weekend, October 2—5 including Chappell Roan, Chicano Art Festival and KC Oktoberfest.
Kansas City is about to turn pink. As Chappell Roan brings her tour to town Oct. 3 – 4, local bars, cafes and bakeries are
An Unforgettable Escape in the Heart of the Ozark Mountains For more than 60 years, Gaston’s White River Resort has been a cherished destination for
Here are thirteen things to do in KC this weekend, September 25—28 including Cinderella, 18th and Vine Arts Festival and Vintage Market Days.
There’s a new speakeasy-style cocktail lounge in town. The Brass Monkey, which officially opened Friday, is an immersive experience, complete with moody lighting, vintage charm
Prairie Village’s newest ice cream shop, Clementine’s, is finally open. Taking over the former CHILL ice cream parlor, Clementine’s, a nationally recognized microcreamery known for
Unlike some, I wasn’t as starstruck by the idea of Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce opening a steakhouse in our city. I guess you could
Here are sixteen things to do in KC this weekend, September 18—21 including American Royal Cutting Horse Show, Plaza Art Fair and Life of Pi.
Small Towns We love PHOTOGRAPHY BY CALEB CONDIT AND REBECCA NORDEN 12 Small Towns Around KC to Visit This Fall Autumn is the best time
Here are 14 things to do in KC this weekend, September 11—14 including Lake Street Dive, Chiefs Home Opener and Crossroads Flea.
Molly Carr and Anna Petrova in “Hers” Violinist Molly Carr and pianist Anna Petrova are kicking off Park University’s concert season with a classical performance
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, September 4—7 including The Color Purple, Crossroads Music Fest and Art Westport.
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, August 28—31 including Pete Fucinaro Little Window Album Release, Mimosas in the Park and Irish Fest.
Kansas City is known for its vibrant entertainment scene, from jazz and barbecue to thrilling casino experiences. Whether you’re a seasoned gambler or just looking
Here are thirteen things to do in KC this weekend, August 21—24 including Spotlight: Charlie Parker Celebration Concert, Melissa Ethridge and Hawthorne Plaza’s Home Opener.
At a hotel bar, you can be whoever you want to be, even for just an afternoon. Wander in wearing pajama pants or a ball
The elderly elite of Kansas City share their life journeys, what motivated them along the way, the lucky breaks and tough times, and advice for
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, August 14—17 including Grand Marquis, Art in the Loop’s 816 Day and Ethnic Enrichment Festival.
The inaugural “river goal” kicked out of CPKC Stadium last summer by Kansas City Current superstar Temwa Chawinga marked a new type of interaction between
Openings Imo’s Pizza & Feng Cha Boba Tea (Metro North Crossing at 169 Hwy & Barry Road) Metro North Crossing has announced that Imo’s Pizza
Skyline Showings: An open-air rooftop movie theaterjust opened in KC Rooftop Cinema Club has officially arrived. Located at the corner of Broadway and 21st Street,
Here are nine things to do in KC this weekend, July 31—August 3 including Fitz and The Tantrums, ULAH-Palooza and Festival of Butterflies.
These prominent golden-agers talk about lifelong achievements, what they learned through the years, what they are planning on next and how living longer is a
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, July 24—27 including Ain’t Too Proud, Celebrate Ameri’kana and Legends Celebrity Softball Game.
These prominent golden-agers talk about lifelong achievements, what they learned through the years, what they are planning on next and how living longer is a
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, July 17—20 including KC Fringe Festival, Earth Wind & Fire and Nelson-Atkins Lawn Party.
Barbecue has historically always been a “no frills” cuisine, but Q39’s late owner Rob Magee proved that the meaty genre can, in fact, be dressed
Here are ten things to do in KC this weekend, July 10—13, including The Wiz, WeekEnder and Social Distortion.
Here are nine things to do in KC this Fourth of July weekend, July 3—6, including Stars and Stripes Picnic, West Side Story and Lorna Kay’s Country Club.
Frozen slushy cocktails are the perfect antidote to surviving those notoriously blistering summer days. Until recently, when you saw a frozen drink machine sitting at
Here are twelve things to do in KC this weekend, June 26—29, including Weird Al Yankovic, Great Lenexa BBQ Battle and Strang Hall Beer Fest.
I’ve been a restaurant guy all my life. And now, after 39 years, I’m moving on. I did it old-school. I started out as a
Here are eleven things to do in KC this weekend, June 5—8, including KC PrideFest, Jazzoo and Café Corazon Grand Opening.
A restaurant with spectacular city views, another with wildly entertaining owners, a one-of-a-kind disco/eats joint, a cheese and wine place run by monks, a national
Here are ten things to do in KC this weekend, May 29—June 1, including Festa Italiana, The Ozark Mountain Daredevils and Big Slick.
Here are ten things to do in KC this Memorial Day weekend, May 22—25, including The Lion King The Musical, Homegrown Harmony Festival and Celebration at the Station.
The idea for sisters Gwen McClure and Teri McClure Elliott’s business began in Lyon, France. In the mid-90s, Teri visited Gwen, who was living there
Here are nine things to do in KC this weekend, May 15—18, including Sierra Ferrell, Kansas City Mavericks Western Conference Finals and Emma.
Chef-owner of Korean restaurant Chingu, Keeyoung Kim, took to his restaurant’s social media today to announce it will be shuttering its doors (4117 Pennsylvania Ave.). The
Here are eleven things to do in KC this weekend, May 8—11, including Kemper Museum Block Party, Kansas City Monarchs Home Opener and Samantha Fish.