(816) 753-9990
400 E 31ST St
Kansas City,
MO
64108
39.071
-94.5799
Neighborhoods: Union Hill, Near Downtown
What People Are Saying About Velvet Dog
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
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,…
01/10/08
best bar in martini corner
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.
12/04/07
Nice trendy place for cocktails
by musicphanmike
I always enjoy the dog... sometimes it gets a little to crowded for my taste but always top notch service and drinks.
11/09/06
yes
by bsprincess
I'm going to have to say this is a great place to be. Any drink you can think of, you can get. It's relaxing up on the 3rd floor lounge area so you can have a more intimate setting and conversation.
The Details on Velvet Dog
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.
When to Go:
Try to arrive early (before 10pm), if you'd like a table.
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