03/07/09

It reopened

by JazzyStar

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

07/10/08

Greats place to meet people

by Fluffy55

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

07/01/06

Great place to hear live music!

by xnykr

Be sure and get there early or you may end up standing. Went on a Friday and heard some of the best Blues courtesy of Lonnie Mcfadden and Mark Lowery. Happy to hear they play every friday 5-8:30 or so with the second band starting shortly after. Get there before 9 and there is no admission, $5.00 afterwards. This place may be tiny but it is huge on character and the upscale crowd adds to it all. That said, our server was horrible and the food we tried (phoenix soup, soup du jour, crab cake sandwich and phoenix philly dip), either came out wrong or cold and all of it was the blandest food we have both ever had and left us both out of commission the next day due to illness. The other servers seemed more attentive to their tables and were more than happy to get drinks for us when we couldn't find our own server. Maybe we should have tried one of their $20.00 steaks but will eat someplace else in the future before we go.

• Pros: Atmosphere, talented musicians, crowd
• Cons: Food, beer Prices, our server

09/10/05

good vibe all the time

by leanderthal

this is my fav spot to go and it's always a balst no matter what time of day. everything is excelent from the food, drink, customers and music.

• Pros: dark, great food, great drinks
• Cons: crowed

03/27/05

A nice Saturday night

by the_archimedes

I was kind of familiar with The Phoenix but had never stopped in for the evening. The Citysearch recommendation was excellent, and all of the ratings were unanimously positive. My girlfriend and I decided to try it and we were happy we did. Our seats were not totally desireable, but finding a seat is a miracle to begin with. It's a good place for drinks and music---although a little bit pricey ($7 martinis...although quite good). Oh... and we managed to arrive right before the set---so we missed the cover charge....that was nice.

• Pros: Decor, Service, Music
• Cons: Croweded

04/28/04

Ila

by ilarussell

My husband and I have the opportunity to stay in downtown KC about twice each year. Each time we go to the Phoenix the waitress Kelly remembers us! The service is excellent, and the food & drinks tasty - the entertainment is well worth the stop.

Grab a meal and a martini and take in some of the city's best live jazz at this upscale spot.

by Contributor

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 surprise that martinis (20 different types) are quite popular. There are also 25 domestic and foreign wines available by the glass. Bottled selections round out the handful of beers on tap. A full lunch menu focuses on salads and sandwiches, and dinner features fresh seafood, steaks and pasta.

11/30/02

This place is Kansas City Jazz!

by heathermarkovic

Great music, fun atmosphere,fun and friendly people! A kansas City delight!!!

• Pros: beautiful location, parking across street, local owned and oper.

07/26/02

CHEERS LIKE

by jjmunz

CHEERS LIKE, IF YOU LIKE LIVE LOCAL TALENT, THIS IS IT AND THEY REMEMBER YOUR NAME TO, IF YOUR A REGULAR, THE BANDS ALWAYS SAY HI TOO

• Cons: TABLE SERVICE

07/25/02

Jazzy

by chapdaddy

The moment you walk into the Phoenix, you feel like you are surrounded by history in the heart of downtown Kansas City. What a great place to enjoy a cocktail and some great jazz, while looking out the window and seeing the KC skyline. My favorite place for jazz!

• Pros: Jazz, Food, Atmosphere
• Cons: crowded, poor seating