Some have moved, others are gone forever. | Photos via Kansas City Public Library
We have some amazing restaurants in our city, and we love highlighting new culinary gems at KCtoday. But there have also been so many great, local restaurants that have closed over the years (Gojo, we miss you) — and sometimes, we get a little hankering for a meal from a place that no longer exists. Sigh.
This got us thinking about the local restaurants from yesteryear that make our readers feel that same nostalgia — the spots that would be your go-to choices for dining out if they were still around.
Personally, if we had a time machine, we’d head straight to Waldo’s Classic Cookie for a warm chocolate chip and never look back.
OK, your turn. Which Kansas City restaurant or meal would you give anything to eat one more time? Let us know and we may feature you in an upcoming newsletter.
Asked
Asked
Which local restaurant do you miss the most?
We want to know — which bygone restaurants or meals from Kansas City do you miss most and why? What sparks local nostalgia in your heart + belly?
Battle of the Carne Asada | 5:30-8 p.m. | 333 N. 6th St., KCK | $30.99 | It’s the semi-finals in this March Madness-style taqueria takedown where you get to decide between KCK’s four best tacos.
2024 Art in the Loop Closing Reception | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Kansas City Public Library — Central Branch | Free | Celebrate the 11th season of this curated outdoor exhibition with a reception, illustrated review, and reflection on this year’s entries.
Veterans Day Weekend 2024 | Friday, Nov. 8-Monday, Nov. 11 | Times vary | National WWI Museum and Memorial | $0+ | Veterans + active-duty military can visit for free, while the general public can enjoy half-price admission all weekend long.
Queens of Oz | 8 p.m. | The Truman | $25+ | There’s no place like home for “RuPaul’s Drag Race” stars Mo Heart, Widow Von’Du, Q, and other wickedly talented local performers at this drag tribute to Kansas City.
Saturday, Nov. 9
Pumpkin Smash Party 2024 | 12-4 p.m. | Juniper Gardens Training Farm, KCK | Free | Keep your pumpkins out of the landfill by smashing them to bits at this Compost KC collab party featuring games, prizes, and drinks from Casual Animal.
Sunday, Nov. 10
Chiefs Watch Party + Food Truck | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Casual Animal Brewing | Cost of purchase | Cousin’s Maine Lobster is making a pit stop for any fan looking to house a brew and a roll while watching the undefeated Chiefs take on the Broncos.
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Development
Trinity Lutheran Hospital closed in 2001, but the 31st + Main plot wasn’t razed until last year. Now, it’s set to become ArriveKC, a six-story, 373-apartment complex, and the biggest development along the streetcar extension yet. The $130 million residential project is expected to open early 2025. (KCBJ)
Coming Soon
Bundle up at Aritzia. The popular women’s clothing store opens its first KC-area location this Saturday, Nov. 9 in Leawood’s Town Center Crossing. Found in the former L.L Bean space, the retailer’s offerings include everything from activewear and accessories to its viral Effortless Pant. (Johnson County Post)
Eat
We mentioned it in yesterday’s museum guide, but we think it deserves a formal introduction. Meet Oil on Linen, the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art’s refreshed dining concept. Along with a new look and menu, the cafe will also begin offer prix fixe dinner service on Thursday nights. Try it for the first time today from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Try This
Maybe you’re more into fungal dining, than fine dining. In that case, check out MyCo Planet’s open house this Friday, Nov. 8 from 6-8 p.m. to tour its Burlington Street location and meet the team behind the urban mushroom farm. Any rumbling tummies can be taken care of at local food truck Stuffed Mushroom right outside.
Sports
KC Current are heading into the NWSL playoffs as the No. 4 seed after Sunday’s record-breaking win. Watch the Teal Rising take on the North Carolina Courage this Saturday, Nov. 9 at 11 a.m. for the quarterfinals, the first ever playoff game hosted at CPKC Stadium. Tickets start at $39.
Trending
Remember 2012’s infamous Arrowhead Blackout? The superfans behind the game-changing protest were recently gifted Super Bowl LVII rings by an anonymous donor, who credits the group with influencing Chiefs management for the better. (KC Magazine)
Closing
Independence’s historic Twin Drive-In is rolling the credits after 60 years in business. The B&B Theatres property announced the Nov. 17 closure on Facebook, citing disagreements over rental costs for the move. Catch its final showings featuring “The Goonies,” “Jurassic Park,” “Grease,” “Dirty Dancing,” “Elf,” and “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation.” (The Pitch)
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Seasonal
Prepare to glide into the holiday season at Crown Center during the opening of the Ice Terrace this Friday, Nov. 8. Lace up your skates and enjoy a morning of free skating fun from 6 a.m. to 9 a.m. — plus, complimentary coffee and hot chocolate. Get the details.*
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Last night was my first wheel-throwing class at Belger Arts. As a teenager, I took pottery classes with my friends weekly for years... but that was a long,l ong time ago. Suffice to say, I’m a little rusty, but I’m excited to share my experience in a future KCtoday feature.
