New in Town: A Summer of Sips & Sweet Eats!
It’s time for our latest roundup of New in Town– check out some of the newest spots on the scene!
Photo by Anna Petrow
This summer, plenty of new spots are opening up– and our editor has rounded up a few favorites for you to check out! Read on for tacos, ice cream, cocktails and more that are new on the KC food scene!
Photo by Anna Petrow
Noka | 334 E 31st St, Kansas City, MO 64108
This beautiful space is a fresh feeling addition to martini corner– like a restaurant out of LA or NYC, but fully local to KC, the ambiance has created a new favorite destination for folks looking for a night out on the town. Freshly sourced seafood, killer cocktails, and a fantastic wine list make this a great spot for happy hour or a dinner date!
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Barrio Taqueria | 408 E 31st St, Kansas City, MO 64108
Next on the docket, and right new door: Barrio’s latest spots in KC boasts a rare rooftop patio. With great views, plenty of umbrellas and string lights, it’s the perfect place to pass an evening with a margarita in hand.
Photo courtesy of Barbacoa
Barbacoa | 5500 Troost Ave, Kansas City, MO 64110
For more Mexican flavors paired with painstaking preparations of meat, look no further than Barbacoa– that’s right, the BBQ pros behind Taco Tank have opened up a darling neighborhood restaurant. With a seasonal menu featuring creative dishes like chicken molé taquitos and their raved-about brisket tacos, you’ll definitely want to add this spot to your list.
Photo by Anna Petrow
Vine Street Brewing Co. | 2010 Vine St Building 2A, Kansas City, MO 64108
Easily the most anticipated brewery opening of the year, Vine Street Brewing Co. has opened its doors and already lives up to the hype. Brilliantly crafted beers served in one of the most unique spaces in Kansas City makes this spot the ideal place to spend a summer day: plus, grab some great food on site at Chef Shanita Bryant’s spot, The Prospect.
French Custard | 5905 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64113
Try ice cream made the French way! With a completely from scratch process (they make their own base, meaning the ice cream’s flavor profile is completely in their control), French Custard is churning out some of the city’s creamiest, dreamiest scoops. Try their signature flavors like pistachio, chocolate, and French vanilla– or opt for one of their rotating creative flavors coming out of Scoops’ Laboratory, with collaborations featuring local faves such as James Chang’s chili oil.
Bacaro Primo | 401 E 63rd St, KCMO
From the duo behind smashing Brookside success Earl’s comes the newest Italian-American restaurant in town– Bacaro Primo. Their menu boasts the fluffiest foccacia around, the bar has an on-site salami carving station, and the spritz menu is exactly what you want to sip on this summer.
Disco Bürger | follow their Instagram for pop-up dates & locations
This burger is, quite simply, a smash. Perfectly crispy patties, cream melty American cheese, crunchy dill pickles, a buttery soft bun, and a secret special sauce. I’ve heard it compared to a homemade Big Mac of dreams, and I don’t disagree one bit– do yourself a favor and make your way to a pop up!
