Davey's Uptown Ramblers Club
(816) 753-1909
3402 Main St
Kansas City,
MO
64111
39.0654
-94.5857
Neighborhood: Broadway Gillham
What People Are Saying About Davey's Uptown Ramblers Club
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The Scene
At first glance, the bar sticks out as a little kooky, but the crowd of regulars is always hospitable. It's actually a rather cozy place, creating an ambience all its own with off-kilter bar stools, cracked vinyl booths and cheap cans of Old Style. Davey's has poured cocktails since 1925, when it was done on the sly because of Prohibition. It's been at its current location since 1950 and presently has a handful of arcade games, pinball and free pool on Mondays and Wednesdays.
The Draw
Regulars are used to visitors rambling in for the bands. There's no fancy lighting, but the low stage and great acoustics make this one of the best places in Kansas City to get close to the action.
User Reviews
soulzero
January 05, 2009
Davey's Uptown is the oldest bar in Kansas City, serving liqour even during the Prohibition years, and legally again since the 40's. There are several reasons for that- Davey's drinks are strong, fair priced, and always made exactly the same way, everytime, despite the bartender on duty. Michelle has a true, down to earth, honest and comfortable staff behind her. The bartenders are rarely rude to anyone (unless of course, you deserve it) The atmosphere is just great for music, and it really drags you into the sound and style of the venue. The sound system is excellent, and is always being upgraded, remodeled, and tweaked for optimum performance. The stage has just been expanded. Let's be fair, it's an old building, you can expect some dirt, drafts and some rockey places. But that's the charm, and that's why we love this place so much. I strongly disagree with the last two posts- The promoter for the goth events has always been a scholar and a gentleman to me and my group, always remembers our name, and asks how we have been doing, bends over backwards, and even pays for dinners, drinks, and hotel rooms out of his own pocket sometimes, and keeps on trucking like a true professional. I feel some jealousy from these posters, From what I've seen he has always brought in people and has filled the venue more times than not, and the bar seems to be making a killing and the people have always seemed really happy. Michelle is a no nonsense type of buisnesswoman and would have cut him long ago, were he hurting her buisness.
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pyro5000
December 17, 2008
Kind of dirty, small and hot. The staff was rude. I pretty much showed up for a drink and left after a while. Probably wouldn't go back again unless i absolutely had to.
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AcridineOrange
December 14, 2008
I agree with kslight. Though the bartender i met there was friendly, the other staff was very egotistical and pig headed. If you weren't in their "in"crowd, you didn't get a second glance. If you asked them a question, they wouldn't even look at you, give you a half assed answer, then walk away to go stand against the wall. The DJ there was not very friendly and would try to focus all the attention on himself. Although the bands played there are usually great, the DJ would pop on stage with unappetizing comments and usually interrupt the band members from speaking. I would highly recommend they find someone else to host their shows, or less and less people will show up for them due to bad staff.
read full reviewThe Details on Davey's Uptown Ramblers Club
What to Drink:
They offer over 16 beers available by the glass or pitcher.
Category:
Community Organizations, Nightclubs, Bars & Pubs
Payment Methods:
Carte Blanche, American Express, Diners Club, Discover, Visa, MasterCard
Bar & Club Type of Music:
Alternative Rock, Jazz, Punk, Hard Rock & Heavy Metal
Bar & Club Special Features:
Minimum Age:
21
Smoking Permitted:
Yes
