Create your own or snag a signature like the grilled masala steak bowl. | Photo via The Indian Belly
Looking for the next new restaurant hitting KC’s food scene? Check out these buzzy places to eat and drink in Kansas City — plus, some spots coming soon.
September openings
Palm Tree Club, 14 E. 14th St. | Tropical
This two-story restaurant and bar, developed by renowned DJ and record producer Kygo, merges upscale coastal cuisine and world-class music with a rooftop escape in the heart of Power & Light.
Pitchside Coffee, 1819 Grand Blvd. | Coffee
The brainchild of six KC Current players, this coffee cart has upgraded to a brick-and-mortar in the Crossroads, sporting its own player-designed espresso blend.
It’s game day every day at the Crossroad’s new Pitchside Coffee.
Photo via Pitchside Coffee
Coming soon
Momentum, 4620 Wornall Rd. | Bar | ETA: TBD
Cascade Hotel’s new semi-private rooftop club is dripping in emerald furnishings + luxe Spanish flair, with bird’s-eye views of the Plaza. Membership starts at $1,000/year, though non-members can book a week out.
Let’s Go BBQ, 18801 E. 39th St., Independence | Barbecue | ETA: Fall 2025
It’s not often that you can say a “new” kind of barbecue has hit the KC scene. Guests will be able to feast on all-you-can-eat Korean barbecue with the assistance of robot waiters.
Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is making a comeback, and we want to feature your business.
We know, we know — it’s only September. But the early bird gets the worm, right?
That’s why we’re offering 20% off inclusion in our 2025 guide now through Wednesday, Oct. 1. Secure your spot to promote your business’ one-of-a-kind gift, festive product, or unique service.
Reader Gina R. asked: “I LOVE the Kansas City Taste Box… any idea when they’ll be accepting new orders?” The wait is over, with gourmet brownies up next. Place your order before the Saturday, Sept. 27 pickup — no ifs, ands, or bundts about it.
Development
Olathe City Council approved rezoning 145 acres near 175th and Lone Elm for a Lineage Logistics frozen food facility — despite neighborhood pushback. Construction could start in 2026, with 200 jobs promised over the next decade. Neighbors, meanwhile, worry about semitruck traffic + environmental impact. (Kansas City Star)
Eat
Olathe’s Asian Pearl isn’t fading after all. Following an earlier closure announcement, the fusion spot has a new owner who plans to keep the staff + global menu while giving the space a modern makeover next year. (Kansas City Star)
Shop
The Legends Outlets in KCK has sold for $130 million, but little is expected to change besides its name come November. Meet Tanger Kansas City at Legends.(FOX4)
Announced
If you know Chappell Roan, you know the looks are half the show. Ahead of her October stops at the WWI Museum + Memorial, her fan page revealed KC’s pop-up tour theme: Pink Pony Club. Time to dust off the boots, load up on rhinestones, and bring the sparkle, Kansas City.
Why are the same firms that backed Uber, Venmo, and eBay also backing Pacaso(Nasdaq ticker reserved: $PCSO)? Because it’s disrupting the $1.3 trillion vacation home market with co-ownership, already earning $110 million+ in gross profit in under five years. (And until midnight, you can join the 10,000+ shareholders.)†‡*
Drink
A mellow moment in a can? Count us in. Cycling Frog is offering a free THC seltzer (just cover $2 shipping). Each flavor (Black Currant, Ruby Grapefruit, or Wild Cherry) pairs THC and CBD for a crisp, balanced sip that’s legal, low-key, and perfect for unwinding.*†‡
Jobs of the Week
They say the quickest way to your heart is through your stomach — but it might also be the quickest way to your wallet. Consider a culinary gig at one of these local favorites:
A great deal on a clothes steamer. Snag HiLIFE’s portable, handheld steamer while it’s 35% off — the steamer is quick to heat up, easy to use, and perfect for garment touch-ups without hauling out the ironing board.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
Hammons Products has set this season’s price. What’s the payout for 100 lbs of walnuts?
Only 11% of you cracked the right answer — the world’s largest black walnut buyer is shelling out $13 for every 100 lbs of black walnuts this season — while 59% guessed $25.
Ready to cash in? Find your nearest hulling station + start foraging by hand or handy-dandy Garden Weasel.
One of the internet’s greatest gifts? An endless scroll of adorable animal accounts. My personal fave was Pot Roast — a toothless, gloriously bedraggled Kansas City cat who built a cult following before her passing.
Now, her owner is hosting a memorial meet-and-greet at Whiskers Cat Café, complete with an altar to our dearly departed queen, on the same weekend as Chappell Roan’s concerts. Unusual? Sure, but we’re all for keeping KC weird.
‡Limit 1 can of seltzer. First-time customers only. Must be 21+.
‡‡Finance “investment method” disclaimer: This is a paid advertisement for Pacaso’s Regulation A offering. Please read the offering circular at invest.pacaso.com. Reserving a ticker symbol is not a guarantee that the company will go public. Listing on the Nasdaq is subject to approvals. Comparisons to other companies are for informational purposes only and should not imply similar success. Under Regulation A+, a company has the ability to change its share price by up to 20%, without requalifying the offering with the SEC.
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