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🎡 The wheels are turning
The KC ferris wheel at sunset
There’s always something new to see in the metro. | Photo by @mikedayphotography
Omakase-style sushi? A new shuffleboard bar in the West Bottoms? A lot’s happening in KC (what else is new), and it’s our job to make sure you know what’s new in town — and what to look forward to.

Restaurants coming soon

Muni, 316 Delaware St., KCMO | March 2024 | Co-owned by the James Beard-nominated chef of Waldo Thai, this Mexican-Thai fusion spot should open any day now.

Green Dirt on Oak, 1601 Oak St., KCMO | March 2024 | Enjoy fine dining with award-winning cheese on a rooftop deck in the East Crossroads.

Betty Rae’s, 5740 Antioch Rd., Merriam, KS | May 2024 | The new location will include a test kitchen to experiment with more off-the-wall flavors.

Muni, located on Delaware street. The City Market streetcar line is visible in the background.

Muni will serve taquitos, nachos, and empanadas with a Thai twist. | Photo by KCtoday team

Varsity Club + Disco Burger, 317 Delaware St., KCMO | Spring 2024 | This laid-back cocktail lounge will serve as a permanent location for the popular smash burger pop-up.

Sushi Kodawari, 2100 Central St., KCMO | Spring 2024 | Kansas City’s first omakase-style sushi restaurant will feature just eight seats, and no set menu.

Carne Diem, 4179 N. Mulbery Dr., KCMO | Spring 2024 | This butcher and seafood counter will offer gourmet grab-and-go meal kits, deli selections, and cooking workshops.

Night Goat, 2139 Summit St., KCMO | Summer 2024 | Located in the basement of Fox & Pearl, this weekly barbecue pop-up will start serving five nights a week.

Jars by Fabio Viviani, 4937 W. 119th St., Overland Park, KS | Summer 2024 | The two-time “Top Chef” contestant will open the first metro location for his single-serving jar dessert concept.

Don’t want to wait? Read the full story for new restaurants, plus new and upcoming businesses + developments. (Drop us a note if we missed your favorite.)
 
 
Events
 
Friday, March 15
  • Spend the Night: Fashion Week | Friday, March 15 | 7-10 p.m. | The Emerald, 1715 W. Ninth St., KCMO | $20 | This fashion comedy show showcases some of the best female comedians from across the country fitted out in gowns by local designer Lucia’s Sarto.
Saturday, March 16
  • Yellow Brick Bakery | Saturday, March 16 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lenexa Public Market, 8750 Penrose Ln., Lenexa | Price of purchase | Get yourself or a loved one a treat like cookie fries or cinnamon roll bread pudding at this pop-up.
  • Animal Homes | Saturday, March 16 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Lakeside Nature Center, 4701 E. Gregory Blvd., KCMO | Free | Learn about where animals live and how they build their homes, with a visit from bald eagle ambassador Warsaw.
  • Truth in Comedy | Saturday, March 16 | 4-6 p.m. | Fireshouse Gallery #8, 1600 Locust St., Kansas City, MO | $20 | Find something to smile about at this storytelling, stand-up comedy, and art show where humanity is the muse.
Sunday, March 17
  • St. Pat’s Charcuterie Class | Sunday, March 17 | 12-2 p.m. | KC Wine Co., 13875 S. Gardner Rd., Olathe | $55 | Grab your take home box + a complimentary glass of wine and craft your charcuterie board with expert tips.
  • .1K Fun Run | Sunday, March 17 | 1-3 p.m. | Limitless Brewing, 9500 Dice Lane, Lenexa | $50 | Lace up for a short-but-sweet race + pancake feed benefiting KC Kansas Angels.
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News Notes
 
Announced
  • Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce will partner with Las Vegas-based Noble 33 to open a steakhouse in Loews Hotel downtown. Called 1587 Prime, plans include 10,000 sqft over two floors, street level access + a 2025 opening. Who knows — maybe we’ll win another Super Bowl by then. (FOX4)
Award
  • Kansas City was named one of 25 Bloomberg American Sustainable Cities, part of an initiative to support climate resiliency + economic growth in the metro. The program will grant the metro access to Bloomberg’s $400 billion to fund projects in disadvantaged communities and elsewhere.
Cause
Sports
  • Offensive lineman Nick Allegretti, punter Tommy Townsend, and linebacker Willie Gay Jr. have left the Chiefs. Players thanked KC in a series of warm-and-fuzzy farewells. (Kansas City Star)
Festival
  • Zona Rosa will host its Spring Fest on Saturday, March 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The free, family-friendly event will feature photos with the Easter bunny, kids activities, pop-ups, and food trucks, plus a Pop-Tart donation drive for Feed Northland Kids.
Kansas Citians
  • High school students from Raytown’s Herndon Career Center culinary team will represent Missouri at the National Pro Start Invitational, where pupils from across the country will compete before industry leaders. Show your support by visiting the Cinder student restaurant. (KSHB)
Finance
 
 
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If you saw me cramming two whole donuts into my mouth while walking through the River Market like a total weirdo yesterday, no you didn’t. The Donutology Trolley is another semi-new business we’re happy to have around — and not just for the $1 pours and holiday donuts this weekend.
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