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Velvet Dog

400 E 31ST St
Kansas City, MO 64108-3105
Phone: (816) 753-9990
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Best of Citysearch:
Outdoor Bar 2007, Romantic Bar 2007, Martini 2006
Hours:
Daily 4pm-3am, Fri 3pm-3am

Editorial Review for Velvet Dog – by Jen Girdish

The Scene
Velvet is the correct term. The walls are a deep red; vintage lamp shades dangle from the ceiling; the artwork is lush and striking--it's a lounge with texture. The leather booths give you more than adequate close quarters to make the first move. The rather large patio is opened up in the warm weather; challenge your date to a bit of flirty competition in bocce ball.
 
The Draw
Martinis. If you like your 'tinis traditional, they've got smooth and dirty ones. If you like yours with frills, they serve cosmopolitans or Blue Moons with Malibu rum, blue Curacao, pineapple juice and a splash of milk. Don't worry--they're all equally powerful.

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When to Go

Try to arrive early (before 10pm), if you'd like a table.

Know Before You Go

The Velvet Dog is right across the street from the Empire Room, if you want to make time for dancing afterward.

User Reviews for Velvet Dog

Citysearch (6), Judy's Book (3 ), All (9)

4 Star Rating: Recommended

01/10/2008 Posted by rivermarketmatt

The Velvet Dog has changed a bit lately, though it's still a great place to have some drinks. I'm disappointed they removed the bocce ball court from the patio, but the new bar IS definitely an improvement. It's nice in the warm weather to shoot some pool outdoors. This bar has lots of nooks and crannies for more intimate conversation, yet you can also always meet someone interesting and new. Fun times fun times.

4 Star Rating: Recommended

12/04/2007 Posted by musicphanmike

I always enjoy the dog... sometimes it gets a little to crowded for my taste but always top notch service and drinks.

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Editor's Review

A lounge serving top martinis in a smooth atmosphere.  See the full editorial review.

Insider Tips

When to Go

Try to arrive early (before 10pm), if you'd like a table.

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Bar/Club Information

Atmospheres

  • Tavern
  • Bars
  • Lounge
  • Specialty Cocktails
  • Romantic
  • DJ - Rock
  • Singles

Parking

  • Lot

Hours

  • Daily 4pm-3am
  • Fri 3pm-3am

Payment Types

  • Visa
  • MasterCard
  • American Express

Recognition for Velvet Dog

2007 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar
2007 Audience Winner - Romantic Bar
2006 Audience Winner - Martini
2006 Audience Winner - Outdoor Bar
2006 Audience Winner - Singles Scene
2004 Audience Winner - Martini

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