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 and is led by chef Jonathan Justus and his wife Camille Eklof, the duo behind the former Justus Drugstore in Smithville and Black Dirt in the South Plaza.
The Parker Hollow is a seafood driven restaurant that includes a raw bar. Fresh oysters, shrimp cocktails and seafood platters are featured on the small menu, along with a Wagyu burger.
Currently, the restaurant is open Wednesday and Thursday from 4 to 10 pm and Friday to Saturday from 4 to 11 pm.
To make reservations, click here.
La Fetta (14363 Metcalf Ave., Overland Park, KS, lafettadeli.com)
There’s a new deli in town.
La Fetta offers a selection of Boar’s Head meats and serves over 20 ciabatta-style baguette sandwiches made with bread from Farm to Market Bread Co. The shop is owned by local husband-and-wife duo Adam and Kelly Bracco, who were inspired by a deli in Montana, Tagliare.
Sandwiches are named after popular bands and musical artists. For example, there is a turkey and proscuitto sandwich called Hall and Oats, and a roast beef and gorgonzola sammy called Blue Oyster Cult.
Closings
Rakar Dumpling House (4971 W 135th St, Leawood, KS, rakardumplinghouse.com)
Rakar took to social media last week to announce their closing after over two years in business.
“After over 1.5 million dumplings shared with the community, we are ready to move forward to our next journey and retire Rakar,” the Instagram post states. “It’s been the best adventure over the last few years, and we hope you will come by the shop and enjoy our offerings until Dec. 21.”
I reviewed Rakar’s unusual dining room and antique shop last year, and quite enjoyed owner Jim Zhang’s one-stop shop concept. Read the review here.
Andre’s Confiserie Suisse – Overland Park (4929 W. 119th St., Overland Park, KS, andreschocolate.com)
André’s Confiserie Suisse is closing its Overland Park location at the end of the year.
Brigitte and Kevin Gravino, who have operated the Overland Park shop, are retiring to spend more time with family. The Kansas City flagship store, led by René Bollier, grandson of founder André Bollier, and his wife Nancy, will continue to operate.
Sauced (1881-B Main St., KCMO, u-hungry.com)
Sauced, an eatery tucked away in the Crossroads known for its wings and burgers, took to social media to announce its closure.
Owner Steven Blakley is hoping to bring his burger concept to a new brick-and-mortar location with indoor seating and proper storage.
Read more here.
Waldo Thai (8431 Wornall Rd., KCMO, waldothai.com)
Waldo Thai’s fate seemed unclear after previous owners Pam and Ted Liberda announced their departure in May. However, the beloved Thai spot reopened under new management and business continued.
A recent Instagram post from the restaurant announced it is “closing for an unknown amount of time.”
It is unclear whether the restaurant will reopen.
Aixois – Leawood (11570 Ash St, Leawood, KS, aixois.com)
Aixois, a beloved French café, has permanently closed its Leawood location.
The closure comes just over a year in business. The original Crestwood location (251 E. 55th St., KCMO) has been open for more than 20 years and remains open.
Other News
Raise Your Glass
Vintage ’78 Wine Bar in Overland Park has won “Best Wine by the Glass List (without Coravin) in the World” for the second year in a row.
Awarded by The World of Fine Wine magazine, the 40-seat bar, which opened in 2023, offers more than 160 wines by the glass and more than 1,200 bottles, earning it global recognition for its curated selection and service.
“We’re building something special here in Overland Park, and we’re excited to keep raising the glass higher,” says Michael Scherzberg, Advanced Sommelier and owner of Vintage ’78.
We dubbed Vintage ‘78 one of KC’s Best New Restaurants in 2023. Read here.
Brews & Boos
Boulevard is hosting its annual Halloween pop-up bar BOOlevard Wednesday, Oct. 22 through Saturday, Nov. 1, from 5 to 10 pm. Taking place at Boulevard’s Tours & Rec Center, the pop-up will feature creepy cocktails, haunting ambiance and feature nights including Freight Train Rabbit Killer & Nate Hofer, the return of fan favorites like Murder Mystery Night, Halloween trivia and more.
Learn more here.
