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The River Market is the oldest neighborhood in KC, and hosts a vibrant outdoor city market and a variety of dining experiences. We recommend taking the KC StreetCar or the MAX bus system.
The City Market
Largest farmer's market in the region offering fresh produce, spices, artisan goods, and more.
20 East 5th Street, KCMO 64106
March Hours: Sat/Sun 8 am - 3pm
The City Market is wheelchair accessible; however, individual shops may not be due to stairs or small spaces.
Free 3-hour parking in the City Market lot.


The Steamboat Arabia Museum
A unique multi-story museum displaying artifacts recovered from the Arabia which sank in 1856. 
400 Grand Blvd. Kansas City, MO 64106
Mon. - Sat. 10 am-5 pm (last tour starts at 3:30 pm)
Sun. 12 pm - 5 pm (last tour starts at 3:30 pm)

Admission: Adult $14.50; Senior $13.50; Children 4-14 $5.50; Children under 4 are free. Group rates available.
Accessibility: The museum is fully accessible with the exception of the film shown at the beginning of the tour.

Beignet $
Classic Cajun/Creole breakfast, lunch, and dinner
Tues. - Fri. 10 am- 8pm
Sat. 8 am-8 pm
​Sun. 8 am-6 pm
307 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64105
Wheelchair accessible
Vegetarian options
Small space with limited seating
Menu is located above the counter and may be difficult to read. 

Blue Nile Cafe $$
Casual Ethiopian restaurant with a lunch buffet, dinner menu, beer & wine
Mon.-Sat. 11 am-9 pm
'Sun. 11 am-3 pm.
20 E. 5th Street Kansas City, MO 64106
Wheelchair accessible 
Vegan and vegetarian options

Bo Ling’s $$
Contemporary Chinese cuisine, KC tradition since 1981
20 E. 5th Street Kansas City, MO 64106
Mon 11 am-3 pm
Tues-Thurs, Sun 11 am-9 pm
Fri-Sat 11 am-9:30 pm
Wheelchair accessible
Vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options

City Diner & Twenty20 $-$$
Open since 1937, burgers, omelets, plus full deli menu and box lunches
301 Grand Blvd.
Kansas City, MO 64106

Mon - Sun 6am-2pm

Harry’s Country Club $$
Casual gastropub known for their jukebox, extensive whiskey menu, and live music. 
112 East Missouri Avenue, KCMO 64106
Mon - Sun 11am - 1:30am

Le Fou Frog $$$
Fun and trendy French bistro, chef occasionally bursts into song. 
Reservations recommended. ​ 
400 East 5th St, KCMO 64106
Sun, and Tu - Th 5pm-9pm
Fri/Sat 5pm-10pm

Minsky’s Pizza  $-$$
KC staple gourmet pizza restaurant with a full bar, multiple TVs and outdoor seating
427 Main Street Kansas City, MO 64105
Hours: Sun.-Thurs. 11 am-10 pm; Fri.-Sat. 11 am-11 pm
Gluten-free and vegetarian options are available. 
First floor is wheelchair accessible.
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Opera House Coffee & Food Emporium  $-$$
Funky coffeeshop and bar with full grill featuring gourmet burgers
500 Walnut Kansas City, MO 64106
Mon.-Sat. 7 am-8 pm
Sun. 8 am-4 pm
Live music
Vegetarian options, not wheelchair accessible

Winslow’s Barbecue $-$$
Outdoor seating options, full bar, live music most evenings  
20 E. 5th Street Kansas City, MO 64106
Mon-Sun. 11 am-8 pm
Wheelchair accessible and fairly well-lit; can be loud inside and outside. 
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  • Home
  • Start Here
  • Lodging & Transportation
  • KC MAP
  • Local + 4Cs Events & Program
  • Social Justice & Activism
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    • North KC
    • River Market
    • West Bottoms
    • Downtown (CCCC Site)
    • 18th & Vine
    • Crossroads
    • Union Station/Crown Center
    • Midtown/39th Street
    • Westport
    • Plaza
  • Accessibility Guide
  • Contact