Discover Kansas City’s Best Happy Hours
Kansas City is a breeding ground for creativity — from its eclectic mixture of arts and culture to the innovative minds perched behind the bar and in the kitchen of many establishments. One artifact of this ingenuity that seems to be perpetually burgeoning is the city’s array of happy hour offerings. As the day agitates towards its close, Kansas City’s best haunts invite you to witness an extraordinary milieu of elaborate libations and high-quality nibbles, all at prices that are friendly on the pocket. Here’s your guide to navigating some of Kansas City’s best happy hours.
La Bodega
Located on Southwest Boulevard, La Bodega has carved its status as one of the “OG” happy hour spots in Kansas City. Evoking the sultry ambiance of a Spanish tapas bar, La Bodega offers its appreciative guests an array of delicious Spanish tapas and giant pitchers of Sangria. The happy hour runs from 2 to 5, Monday through Friday.
Acre
The Parkville-based steakhouse, Acre, offers quality bites and drinks at attractive prices during its happy hour from 3 p.m. – 6 p.m., Wednesday through Friday. A $5 discount on 10 cocktails and $2 off wine and beer ensure a truly enjoyable experience.
Waldo Thai
Operating from Monday to Friday, 4:30 p.m.-6 p.m., the happy hour at Waldo Thai is a true delight. In addition to their $8 cocktail and wine menu, they offer traditional bites like Khao Tod Nam Sod, a crispy rice salad with cured pork sausage, herbs, and lettuce leaf.
Cliff’s Taphouse
Want to indulge in decadent fries seasoned with Gorgonzola sauce, bacon bits, green onions, and cracked black pepper? Then head to Cliff’s Taphouse during their happy hour which runs from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Rye Leawood
Serving an interesting happy hour menu from Monday to Friday, 3 p.m.-6 p.m., Rye Leawood is definitely worth the visit. It offers a select few cocktails and well drinks, accompanied by a selection of beers. The highlight? They are possibly the only menu in town that includes dessert as part of the happy hour lineup!
Blind Box BBQ
Adding a twist to the traditional happy hour is Blind Box BBQ. With happy hour from Monday to Friday, 3 p.m.-6 p.m., they utilize their selection of smoked meats to offer guests something truly unique.
The diverse selection of Kansas City’s watering holes gives both residents and visitors the opportunity to explore the city’s culinary scene without breaking their budget. Be it sushi in the evening, Spanish tapas in the afternoon, or even a late-night steak frites, Kansas City’s happy hours are sure to satiate your palate and offer comfort to your wallet.
