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WESTPORT

INFO / TRANSIT:
Westport is one of the oldest neighborhoods in KC and is known for good food, drinks, and music. It's about 5 minutes from the must-see Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Full of entertainment and culture. We recommend taking the MAX bus system (20 minutes) or Uber (10 minutes).

Beer Kitchen: $-$$
100% American beef burgers, hand-cut fries, and a great craft beer selection, vegetarian friendly

435 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-389-4180
Mon-Thurs 11am-12am
Fri-Sat 11am-2am
Sun 9am-12am
Happy Hour: Mon-Sun 4pm-6pm; Fri/Sat 11pm-1am
Accessibility: street level entrance, wheelchair accessible, good lighting, some booths have one step up, mild to loud noise level
Vegan/ vegetarian: handful of vegetarian options, small gluten-free menu (about 7 items)


​Bistro 303: $$
Bistro and bar, sandwiches, soups, salads, cocktails

303 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
​816-753-2303
Mon-Tues 3pm-12am
Wed-Fri 3pm-1:30am
Sat 11am-1:30am
Sun 11am-3pm
Happy hour: 4-6pm
Accessibility: one step to get in, dim to moderate lighting, moderate noise level

 
Bluestem: $$$
Progressive American cuisine, fine dining, local farmers and producers
Reservations required

900 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-1101
Tues-Thurs 4pm-11pm
Fri-Sat 4pm-12am
Happy Hour: Tues-Friday 4-6pm
Closed Sunday & Monday
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible, entrance at bar, dim lighting, quiet to moderate noise level 


Char Bar: $$
Southern BBQ, mac 'n cheese, and a 10,000 square feet beer garden with lawn games (croquet; ping pong; cornhole)

4050 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-389-8600
Mon-Thurs 11am-12am
Fri 11am-1:30am
Sat 10am-1:30am
Sun 10am-12am
Accessibility: street level entrance, wheelchair accessible, dim lighting, moderate noise level
Vegan / vegetarian: handful of "no meat" options listed on menu

 
Dempsey’s Burger Pub: $-$$
Gourmet burgers with seasonal/local ingredients, craft beer
4120 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-656-5655

Mon-Sat 11am-1:30am (kitchen closes at 11pm)
Sun 11am-12am 
Accessibility: street-level entrance, wheelchair accessible, good to dim lighting, moderate noise level
Few vegetarian options available


The Foundry: $$
Upscale bar food, urban beer palace including over 20 taps, 100+ bottles

424 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-960-0866
Mon-Fri 4pm-3am
Sat-Sun 12pm-3am
Accessibility: wheelchair accessible ramp entrance, dim lighting, moderate noise level
Few vegetarian options available


Gojo Japanese Steakhouse: $$
Sushi and Asian grill, chefs prepare food at table
4163 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-2501

Mon-Thurs 5pm-8:30pm
Fri 5pm-10pm
Sat 4pm-10pm
Sun 4pm-8:30pm

Jerusalem Cafe: $-$$
Middle Eastern/Mediterranean casual cuisine
431 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-756-2770
M-Sat 11am-10pm
Sun 11am-7:30pm
​Accessibility: one small step outside, dim to moderate lighting, quiet noise level
7-8 vegetarian options available

McCoy’s Public House: $$
American comfort food, award-winning mac 'n cheese, huge outdoor patio
4057 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-960-0866

Mon-Sat 11am-3am
Sun 11am-12am
​Accessibility: wheelchair accessible ramp at entrance, dim lighting, moderate noise level
Handful of vegetarian options available 

 
Moti Mahal (formerly Korma Sutra) $$ 
Authentic Indian cuisine, vegetarian-friendly
4113 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-931-7775

Tues-Sun 11am-2:30pm & 5-9pm
Closed Monday
Accessibility: street level entrance, good to dim lighting, quiet noise level
Strong selection of vegetarian options


Papa Keno’s Pizzeria: $
Huge signature slices of East Coast-style pizza
415 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-599-4704

Mon-Wed 11-10pm
Thurs 11-11pm
Fri-Sat 11-3am
Accessibility: street level entrance, good to dim lighting, moderate noise level
Vegetarian toppings available

 
Port Fonda: $$
Rustic and authentic Mexican cuisine, weekend brunch
4141 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-216-6462

Mon-Fri 11am-1am
Sat-Sun 9am-1am (Brunch available 9am-3pm)
Accessibility: ramp for wheelchair entrance, moderate to dim lighting, moderate noise level
Handful of vegetarian options

Sama Zama: $$
Contemporary Japanese eatery
425 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-756-3600

Tues-Thurs 11am-10pm
Fri-Sat 11am-11pm
Sun 11am-10pm
Closed Monday
Accessibility: street level entrance, good lighting, quiet noise level

Sweet Siam: $$
Thai/Southeast Asia cuisine
4130 Pennsylvania Ave, Kansas City, MO 64111
814-492-6196

Tues-Thurs 11am-2:30pm & 4:30pm-9:30pm
Fri 11am-2:30pm & 4:30pm-10:30pm
Sat 12pm-10:30pm
Sun 12pm-9:30pm
Closed Monday
Accessibility: wheelchair ramp, dim lighting, quiet noise level
 
Westport Café: $$
French-American bistro with emphasis on classic cocktails

419 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-931-4740
Mon-Fri 4pm-1:30am
Sat 10:30am-1:30am
Sun 10:30am-12am

Happy Hour: 4pm-6pm & 10pm-close
​Accessibility: one step out front of restaurant, good to dim lighting, moderate noise level
Few if any vegetarian/vegan options
Julep: $$
Whiskey, cocktails, and Sunday brunch with a Southern twist

4141 Pennsylvania Avenue #104, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-216-7000

Mon-Sat 3pm-1:30am
Sun 10am-12am (Brunch served 10am-3pm)

Happy Hour: Mon-Fri 3pm-6pm
Accessibility: moderate noise level

Harry’s Bar and Tables: $-$$
Large outdoor patio, vintage ambiance, kitchen open til 2am

501 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-3950
Mon-Thurs 3pm-3am
Fri-Sun 11:30am-3am

Happy Hour: Daily until 7pm
Accessibility: three steps to get in, limited space downstairs, dim lighting, quiet to moderate noise level
Limited vegetarian options
 
Hopcat: 
100+ craft beers on tap, Top Ten French Fries (Food Network), full gastropub menu

401 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-656-3439

Mon-Wed, Fri 11am-12am
Thurs 11am-1:30am
Sat 10am-1:30am
Sun 10am-12am
Accessibility: street level entrance, good to dim lighting, quiet to moderate noise level
Handful of vegetarian options available 

Kelly's Westport Inn: $

Oldest building in KC, Irish pub​ with live music on weekends
500 Westport Road, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-5800

Mon-Sun 11am-3am
Accessibility: street level entrance, dim lighting, moderate to loud noise level

Levee Bar & Grill:
Live music downstairs, sports bar upstairs, pub fare

16 W 43rd St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-5565

Wed-Fri 2pm-3am
Sat-Sun 4pm-3am
Closed Monday and Tuesday
Accessibility: loud noise level
Ernie Biggs Dueling Piano Bar: 
Dueling piano bar with live pianists, table reservations rec'd for weekends
4115 Mill St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-2444 

Wed-Sat 7pm-2am
Sun 8pm-2am
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Accessibility: moderate to loud noise level
 
Offkey Karaoke Lounge & Suites:
Large karaoke bar with open main area and pricey private suites
510 Westport Road #100, Kansas City, MO 64111
​816-531-7464
Wed-Sun 7pm-3am
Closed Mondays and Tuesdays
Accessibility: loud noise level

Mills Record Company:
Hip locally-owned store, new/used vinyl, CDs, cassettes

4045 Broadway Boulevard, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-960-3175

Mon-Sat 10am-9pm
Sun 10am-7pm
Accessibility: one step up to get in, quiet noise level but music is playing 
 
The Riot Room:
Hip, grungy rock venue with indoor and outdoor stage, large beer selection
4048 Broadway St, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-442-8179

Hours: depends on event, click here for a list of upcoming shows
Accessibility: street level entrance; some small, tight spaces; very loud noise level
 
Tivoli Cinemas:
Current showtimes
Indie movie house that also broadcasts ballet, opera, and theatre productions
4050 Pennsylvania Avenue #200, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-561-5222
ADA compliant, wheelchair accessible with elevator to lobby, listening devices available

Westport Coffee House Theater:
Coffeehouse and cafe with theater space, open mic nights, improv comedy on Friday and Saturday, and regular live jazz 

4011 Pennsylvania Avenue, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-756-3222
Mon-Th 7:30am-11pm
Fri-Sat 7:30am-12am
Sun 7:30am-10pm
Accessibility: moderate noise level 

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  • Home
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  • Lodging & Transportation
  • KC MAP
  • Local + 4Cs Events & Program
  • Social Justice & Activism
  • Eats, Entertainment & Exploration
    • North KC
    • River Market
    • West Bottoms
    • Downtown (CCCC Site)
    • 18th & Vine
    • Crossroads
    • Union Station/Crown Center
    • Midtown/39th Street
    • Westport
    • Plaza
  • Accessibility Guide
  • Contact