We dined at Farina last night and what a treat. Each course was perfectly prepared from lobster risotto to wild boar ragu to branzini. Oh don’t miss the cherry bar with pistachio ice cream. Thank you Wini for the recommendation for this restaurant. đŸ’•
I'm so happy you enjoyed it Victoria! I just love what Michael Smith is doing. I interviewed him about his approach for a story I hope to publish sometime this week. Stay tuned!
You forgot to mention the free rail that starts/ends at Jack Stack’s the ends at the open market in north downtown. Ditch the car and explore! The Green Lady sounds great. Take a tour of the Jazz Museum and the Negro Baseball Museum, they are neighbors!
I LOVE that free rail--and did you know they're extending it to the Country Club Plaza!?!!I'm pretty excited about that. Soon, you'll be able to go from CC Plaza to Downtown, via rail, with all kinds of stops along the way. KC keeps getting better and better.
And yes, the Negro Baseball Museum and Jazz Museum are terrific. There are so many things I could have included. I need to write another post, for sure. Thanks for the reminders!
I like to stop at the original Kansas City location of Arther Bryant’s BBQ. He has other locations but the original has quite a feel to it. I went there for first time in the late ‘70s . It used to be every politician running for President would show up at Bryant’s during their campaign to the White House. I actually enjoyed KC at that time. Main Street before they cleaned it up (that is made it boring) was filled with record shops, book stores, antiques, and many a Lady of the Evening who darkened doorways even in the middle of the afternoon.
It was a real adventure visiting large cities in the ‘70s. But I do not miss the sense of danger that went along with it.
Thanks Wini for the KC post. I have forwarded it to relatives in KC who have lived there for 60+ years to get their reaction. We will be going down for New Year this year so may try one of your favorites. Also, have never been to Union Station.
I’ll be interested in what they have to say! There are so many great restaurants in KC. I focus on restaurants that I think will be of particular interest to the Des Moines reader, and especially look for restaurants that you just can’t find around here. Like a true French bistro. Always open to hear more great options.
Brother-in-law in KC (Overland Park) spoke highly of your picks, especially Le Fou Frog. He also mentioned Grunhauer, a German restaurant, in the area close to Jack Stack.
By the way, Jack Stack is a favorite of mine. There is one in Overland Park. I love the Poor Russ’ sandwich which is a combination of beef and pork chopped burnt ends. My son in NYC orders a shipment of various items to feed and impress his buddies from the east. Kudos to various K.C. bbq places, but I am a huge fan of Smokey D’s brisket as well as Whatcha Smokin brisket (available in traditional and fatty).
In September, after exploring Disney 100 at Union Station, we had dinner at Jack Stack. It was there we ran into a man who worked for Disney in Burbank for 52 years. He said when the CEO of Disney is in town, he always eats there.
I've been a KC fan a long time too. Good suggestions. I didn't know about Pryde's in Westport, I'll check it out. I'm a big fan of the Nelson Atkins Museum.
We dined at Farina last night and what a treat. Each course was perfectly prepared from lobster risotto to wild boar ragu to branzini. Oh don’t miss the cherry bar with pistachio ice cream. Thank you Wini for the recommendation for this restaurant. đŸ’•
I'm so happy you enjoyed it Victoria! I just love what Michael Smith is doing. I interviewed him about his approach for a story I hope to publish sometime this week. Stay tuned!
And thanks for the report!
You forgot to mention the free rail that starts/ends at Jack Stack’s the ends at the open market in north downtown. Ditch the car and explore! The Green Lady sounds great. Take a tour of the Jazz Museum and the Negro Baseball Museum, they are neighbors!
I LOVE that free rail--and did you know they're extending it to the Country Club Plaza!?!!I'm pretty excited about that. Soon, you'll be able to go from CC Plaza to Downtown, via rail, with all kinds of stops along the way. KC keeps getting better and better.
And yes, the Negro Baseball Museum and Jazz Museum are terrific. There are so many things I could have included. I need to write another post, for sure. Thanks for the reminders!
I like to stop at the original Kansas City location of Arther Bryant’s BBQ. He has other locations but the original has quite a feel to it. I went there for first time in the late ‘70s . It used to be every politician running for President would show up at Bryant’s during their campaign to the White House. I actually enjoyed KC at that time. Main Street before they cleaned it up (that is made it boring) was filled with record shops, book stores, antiques, and many a Lady of the Evening who darkened doorways even in the middle of the afternoon.
It was a real adventure visiting large cities in the ‘70s. But I do not miss the sense of danger that went along with it.
I noticed the line near the bottom of the Farina menu - 22% gratuity added to all to-go orders and groups of 5 or more.
That's surprising--I understand the groups of five or more (though usually it's six), but I am surprised about the to-go orders.
Most likely to help offset packaging costs.
Thanks Wini for the KC post. I have forwarded it to relatives in KC who have lived there for 60+ years to get their reaction. We will be going down for New Year this year so may try one of your favorites. Also, have never been to Union Station.
I’ll be interested in what they have to say! There are so many great restaurants in KC. I focus on restaurants that I think will be of particular interest to the Des Moines reader, and especially look for restaurants that you just can’t find around here. Like a true French bistro. Always open to hear more great options.
Brother-in-law in KC (Overland Park) spoke highly of your picks, especially Le Fou Frog. He also mentioned Grunhauer, a German restaurant, in the area close to Jack Stack.
By the way, Jack Stack is a favorite of mine. There is one in Overland Park. I love the Poor Russ’ sandwich which is a combination of beef and pork chopped burnt ends. My son in NYC orders a shipment of various items to feed and impress his buddies from the east. Kudos to various K.C. bbq places, but I am a huge fan of Smokey D’s brisket as well as Whatcha Smokin brisket (available in traditional and fatty).
That's great that you can ship Jack Stack! I need to get some lamb ribs delivered sometime!
I've walked by Grunhauer many times and have wondered! Need to check it out! Thanks!
Love Kansas City! This reminds me I'm due for a visit soon. Two of my favorites: The Antler Room and Q39 for contemporary BBQ.
Those sound great! Thanks for the leads.
In September, after exploring Disney 100 at Union Station, we had dinner at Jack Stack. It was there we ran into a man who worked for Disney in Burbank for 52 years. He said when the CEO of Disney is in town, he always eats there.
That’s amazing! I’m not surprised—it’s really a great restaurant—both ambiance and food. Thanks for the input!
I've been a KC fan a long time too. Good suggestions. I didn't know about Pryde's in Westport, I'll check it out. I'm a big fan of the Nelson Atkins Museum.
It’s such a great city! And yes—Pryde’s will make any home cook very happy!