Kansas City's Best Hip Happy Hours: Top Trendy Spots Every Day

Laid-Back Hangs

• La Bodega: Split Spanish tapas and refreshing pitchers of sangria at this establishment located in both Leawood and on Southwest Boulevard.
• Brick House: Half-patio, half-neighborhood-haunt, this brick-walled hangout is a relaxing way to welcome the weekend.

• Harry’s Country Club: A classic bar in every sense of the word, Harry’s is a River Market favorite that always hits the spot.
• The Well: This mainstay in the Waldo neighborhood is known for its tremendous year-round rooftop and open-air offerings.

Good for Groups

• Crossroads Hotel: With several different concepts all in one—including the unbeatable rooftop views at Percheron—Crossroads Hotel is one of the finest happy hour hangs in the city. 
• Extra Virgin: Renowned for its adventurous menu, Chef Michael Smith’s Mediterranean tapas concept is conveniently situated right in the heart of the Crossroads Arts District.
• No Other Pub: No Other Pub takes the sports bar concept to new heights thanks to eclectic street fare and parlor games such as table tennis, shuffleboard, foosball and more.

• The Brass Onion: An Overland Park establishment that prides itself on creative cocktails and crave-worthy eats.
• Parlor: Seven different dining concepts, multiple levels and two bars make this East Crossroads food hall a must-visit for any group.

Upscale Tastes

• The Jacobson: New American dining and a renovated, industrial space make for an excellent happy hour combo at The Jacobson. 
• Trezo Mare: Northlanders delight in this Italian restaurant perched atop The Village at Briarcliff, where incredible skyline views pair nicely with authentic tastes.
• Tannin: Don’t miss this casual-cool hangout just steps from the KC Streetcar line—dubbed one of Wine Enthusiast’s best wine restaurants in America.

International Flavors

• Bōru Asian Eatery: Your friendly neighborhood ramen restaurant keeps Waldo happy hours interesting with Japanese bites and spirits.
• Le Fou Frog: Flavors from France shine in this Columbus Park spot that serves as the perfect precursor to a romantic date night.

• Grünauer: Those craving Austrian cuisine need look no further than Grünauer, a Freight House favorite touting everything from schnitzel to goulash.
• Westport Café & Bar: Relaxed-yet-refined environs make guests feel right at home in this inviting French-American restaurant that offers a traditional after-work happy hour—and a reverse happy hour into the late night.