Open Monday through Saturday for lunch, dinner, and late nite dining, this restaurant serves American dishes such as steaks, pasta, sandwiches, and fresh seafood while you listen to live jazz or Kansas City swing music.
Just a short walk from the convention center and numerous downtown hotels, The Phoenix is the place to go to experience the city's famous jazz scene. It hosts live bands seven-nights-a-week and charges no cover. The room is small and often crowded, but the close quarters add to the festive atmosphere. Local and regional bands share the stage with big-name talents, making this the perfect spot...
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The Scene Dimly lit to the point of being noirish, the darkness doesn't extend to the mood. Sitting down can be next to impossible--people tend to find a table and hold onto them throughout the night. No matter. The keyword is "lively," and once the musicians start, you'll be swaying hips and thumping your feet. The Booze and Food With the upscale crowd it's no...
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Posted by Contributor
on April 21, 2009, (Edited August 13, 2003)
Someone did buy it and reopened it in November. It is better than ever. New food and drink menu's, new happy hour and new staff. All the regulars and great music are still there.
Pros
+ Service and atmousphere
Posted by JazzyStar
on April 21, 2009, (Edited March 06, 2009)
The new owner has done a great job!! It still has the same great ambiance, and they have simplified the menu and made it both delicious and affordable. bThe same great KC jazz artiests will be back, so definitley go enjoy some of the best live music KC has to offer. Go check it out or get all the details at www.phoenixjazzkc.
It used to be the best place in town, but it closed over a year ago. Too bad someone doesn't get it back up and going. I would if I had the money. It was one of the warmest, friendliest, and fun places in Kansas City. I spent about 17 years going there on Fridays after work. Best people I ever met were there.
Pros
+ Wonderful place
Cons
- Not open anymore
Posted by Fluffy55
on April 21, 2009, (Edited July 09, 2008)