The 20 Best Dive Bars

Kansas City, MO, United States

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Fresh reviews:

Great chill place to go for a beer! Their mystery beer vending machine was a fun touch and the bartenders were amazing! Had plenty of local suggestions for us new locals. People watching was the best! What more could you want for a bar with flat screens, plenty of canned beers and a patio in front AND back…

Amanda F.

Jen is the absolute worst. At being the worst. Love this place so damn much. Sassy ass bartenders. So if you have thin skin, probs not the best joint for you. Wings are the best in kc. Half price burgers on Mondays too

Garrick D.

Loved stopping at Kelly’s for a drink. The bartender was incredibly sweet and great prices on drinks. One of my favorite stops in Westport!

Sarah P.

Kelly’s Westport Inn

Any chance you (the manager) can hire more than one waiter? One guy running the bar, table waiting, taking orders, refilling drinks, and cashiering. Still waiting 20 minutes for another beer. Maybe that’s how they make sure no one drinks too much. 14 tables and 8 people at the bar.

A H.

Definitely a dive bar. If you like walls that have been written all over, and basic drink choices then this is the place for you.

Kilani G.

So I heard great praise about their steak special they run a few times a week, but it was a MAJOR let down and more expensive than most steak specials I’ve enjoyed. The steak was 85% fat, dry, not seasoned, or good quality. They wouldn’t make me a loaded baked potato even though they have the ingredients to do…

Sarah H.

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36 places in Kansas City, ordered by rating:

Zoo Bar

4.2

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-842-6060
Address:	1220 McGee St

Dive Bars /

Twin City Bar & Grill

3.7

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-531-2141
Address:	1815 Westport Rd

Dive Bars / American (New)

Mike’s Tavern

4.0

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-437-9400
Address:	5424 Troost Ave

American (Traditional) / Dive Bars

Chez Charlie

4.1

22 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-753-9247
Address:	3809 Broadway St

Dive Bars / Lounges

Buzzard Beach

3.6

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-753-4455
Address:	4110 Pennsylvania Ave

Dive Bars /

Hi Dive Lounge

3.9

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-931-5800
Address:	1411 W 39th St

Dive Bars / American (Traditional)

Caddy Shack

3.8

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-421-4742
Address:	700 E 3rd St

Dive Bars / Pizza / Sports Bars

Tavern on 103rd

4.1

8 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-941-2053
Address:	424 W 103rd St

Dive Bars /

Helen’s JAD

4.2

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-471-4567
Address:	2002 Armour Rd

Dive Bars / American (New)

Harling’s Upstairs

3.7

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-531-2024
Address:	3941-A Main St

Dive Bars / Pubs / Music Venues

Kelly’s Westport Inn

3.8

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-561-5800
Address:	500 Westport Rd

Dive Bars / Pubs

The Piano Room

4.2

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-363-8722
Address:	8410 Wornall Rd

Dive Bars /

The Riot Room

4.1

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-442-8179
Address:	4048 Broadway

Music Venues / Dive Bars

The Peanut

3.6

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-221-7470
Address:	418 W 9th St

Dive Bars / Chicken Wings / American (New)

Red Front Bar & Grill

3.7

11 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-472-0569
Address:	310 Admiral Blvd

American (Traditional) / Dive Bars / Lounges

The Gusto Lounge

3.4

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-444-8433
Address:	504 Westport Rd

Dive Bars / Lounges / Dance Clubs

Funky Town

3.8

20 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-737-3865
Address:	8300 E State Rt 350

Dance Clubs / Dive Bars

D B Cooper’s

3.2

17 reviews

Telephone:	+1 816-753-9800
Address:	1804 W 39th St

Dive Bars /