“Welcome to Helen's JAD (Just Another Dive)! Known for their wings and late night kitchen, Helen's is one of the few late night spots in KC where you can get food at the end of a fun night on the town.FOODI had the All-American Burger ?. It was quite tasty and I definitely recommend it. My friend had the wings and said they were delicious as well. We didn't try the pizza but that will definitely be my pick if I end up back there.SERVICEOur food came out quickly and our server seemed cool/nice. They made sure to ask if we wanted another drink as soon as we polished off the last. No complaints there!ATMOSPHEREAppropriately named (Just Another Dive), the atmosphere at Helen's was that of a generic dive. The music wasn't for me tbh. It was mostly classic rock tunes i hadn't heard in years (and wouldn't have minded keeping it that way) mixed with modern country which just ain't my vibe, but also, it's Kansas City so what do you expect? This definitely isn't like one of the more artsy, hipster, service industry dives in Chez's, Hillsiders, or even Easy Inn but those dives are few and far between in KC anyway. There was lots of sports stuff and generic beer marketing posters everywhere which felt pretty bland. I will say the patio was really nice though and a good patio is always important.Overall, I'd swing by again for a late night slice of pizza and a quick drink at the end of the night. The food was delicious, drinks were alright, service was good, and people were nice enough, atmosphere wasn't for me really. I'd go back for the food, food service, and the patio!“
“Paul and Jacks Tavern was a great place to sit down and eat. Our waitress, Dawn, was very personable and quick with service. She made it an enjoyable visit and gave great service to a party of 20. Dawn needs a raise! Although the catfish isn’t advised, the seafood pasta surely is:) everyone else enjoyed their wraps. Plus, can never go wrong with a cheese quesadilla and sweet potato fries are highly recommended.“
“My husband and I love this place! It doesn't matter which server/bartender we get, they are all awesome! My husband and I like to go right before the dinner rush cause this place gets packed. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for wings and other good bar foods.“
“Very cool room hidden off the alley. Had an Italian Beef (Jim's Beef) and had low expectations. Being from Chicago I was a bit snobby about anyone else outside of the Windy City doing an IB right. My apologies. Great sandwich. The bread was perfect. Tender, juicy meat. Giardiniera nice and spicy. My only gripe would be the lack of fries as a side. I had the jalepeno slaw and it was good, but fries are the natural side to a lovely beef. Will be back.“
“Very neat dive bar and a very good Bloody Mary. Stopped in on a Sunday and the crowd was a mix. Felt like the place had a kind of people they prefer and we didn't necessarily fit in. I'd try again just to see if it was an off day but...“
“This place is pretty cool. It’s tucked away but easy to find. We came for some drinks and appetizers and got the wings, which were just okay… last time I visited I got a pizza and it was delicious!! There was live music and the service was good.“
“Not sure what the theme for this restaurant was, but I had the impossible burger, and I was deeply impressed. I have been a beef eater, all my life. This burger was amazing. Would recommend trying it if you were curious. The staff was amazing, I can't remember the waitress name now, it was one of those 'like this city name but without the last letter's people. She did amazing.“
“I stopped to take pictures of the Chiefs paintings (very cool). This place is next to it. I went in and ordered a slab of ribs. Ribs were excellent !! Tim and the customers were very friendly. Nice hangout, nice food, nice people. I'll be back.“
“Family was looking for a place to eat while visiting KC, unique place for us. Menu was limited due to St. Patrick's day which was unfortunate because the pics online looked really good. That being said the food was really good. Even better though was the staff, very friendly and attentive, had 4 or 5 different employees ask how the food was and make sure we didn't need anything.“
“Great bar, i love the live music and the atmosphere within the bar. The food was delicious i recommend the chicken sandwich with season fries! Will definitely be coming back! Oh and the service was amazing! Thank you for a good first time experience!“
“The food was plentiful and fantastic. This is a small dive, but worth the hype. I hope it won't be torn down for the new baseball stadium. I definate plan to go back. We had the meatloaf sandwich which was awesome and had a touch of smoke on the meatloaf. I had The Hot Mess and it was a LOT of food!“
“In all my travels, I haven’t had better food, drink, or service for the price! I stayed at the hotel across the street, and came here every day. I wish I lived here so I could come daily. Sarah, Christina, and Alice all did an amazing job at the bar. Amanda was a stellar server, and Sai is a master on the grill. Martin was observant and helpful as a manager. If I ever come back to this part of KC, I will happily come back and say hello.“
“Out of towner, tried this bar last night and let me tell you.. I’ll be back. Their regulars were friendly, staff was excellent, karaoke was a whole vibe. Ask this guy, who made my night by belting “I wanna dance with somebody” while giving one of the best shows I’ve seen in awhile. Table top and all.“
“This is a great local dive joint! But note: do not wave the bartender over to take your order...go to the bar and place your order! Rookie mistake! Food is simply a fried culinary delight. The smash burger is amazing especially after cigar and drinks at The Shop. Housemate fries are a must and the tots are great. Can't go wrong with both! Staff is friendly and amazing!“
“Love this little spot bags and out door seating pool tables inside two of the greatest individuals you will ever meet keeping you from getting thirsty great tacos they support there local community and host charitable events year round a place Worth supportingParking: Bikes out front big lot behind and next to the spotWheelchair accessibility: Ramp out front“
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“I was looking for a karaoke bar close to home just over a year ago. I came to this place one time and was hooked! The owners and staff are fantastic! The atmosphere is a "Cheers" type of vibe. Everyone is super nice and friendly and I felt welcomed from the start. The food is great and the drinks are fantastic! They have pool tournaments, Music bingo,. Karaoke (The KJ is literally the best) and other events like watch parties. It's impossible to not have a great time! This is my absolute favorite place to go to!“
“Just AMAZING!We were celebrating 2 birthdays and chose Governor Stumpy’s. Staff is amazing, very personable and on their game! Chris came and spoke to us specifically about our steak and hamburger orders. Incredibly knowledgeable about how beef should be cooked to have the most flavor. She also has a wonderful sense of humor. If you are still reading this long review, you need to know what happened at the end of our meal to understand how truly amazing everyone is at Governor Stumpy’s. I had a medical emergency and was unable to walk. I was guided to a table and I lost consciousness. I’m not sure how long I sat there, but a doctor who was eating at the restaurant was immediately called over. I believe Chris stayed with me the whole time too. After 20-30 minutes and I felt I could move, Chris had her staff surround me and line up all the way to the back door (I’m pretty sure this is how it happened, but things were a bit fuzzy) to help me to our car to go to the ER. I did not want to have an ambulance come and they respected that. I am not a religious person, but I felt like Chris and her staff were angels surrounding me to help me through this scary situation. I am fine now and can’t wait to go back to Governor Stumpy’s. Thank you a million times over to everyone!“
“Good food. My daughter ordered hot chicken sandwich and it was covered in hot chili oil. It was too hot for her to eat. We asked the waitress if that was normal amount of hot chilies on it and she said yes. And my daughter said "that's okay I didn't pay attention when I ordered to what the menu said" . We didn't ask for them to take it off but they did. Appreciated the good service. I will be back.“
“If you are a biker, stay away. The owner tells the help not to serve you. Turned about 50 of us away so we went to twin peaks. Greeted w open arms. This isn't the first time we've tried going there on the bikes both times we were asked to not be served, loudly across the bar“
“Love this dive bar! Everyone is so nice and the food is great. Their poutine is my absolute favorite and the pizza is delicious too. The burger was good but basic compared to how good the rest of the food is. I love the atmosphere with interesting and funny pictures on the wall and graffiti in the bathroom. A great place to chill with friends.“
“This is the place my out-of-town family always wants to go to in KC before anything downtown. They like being able to sample all the different tap beers & ciders, the many tvs showing sports, and the menu choices. The wait staff is always friendly & helpful. Conveniently located on the KC Streetcar line too!“
“This place is fun and relaxing. Just a few negatives but overall a solid choice for a sports bar option. Buffalo chicken dip-excellent Loaded potatoes/boats-excellent Steak salad. HIGHLY recommend this! Steak is great and salad is wonderful. Burgers and chicken strips-"ok" Tater tots were over cooked/roasted. Awful I tend to get excited about tots, so when they are over cooked it is a real downer.“
“The food was good and the service was mostly good … until our bill came to 52.54 and our server brought back change for $53. Please do not assume that a customer does not want his/her change. If so, bright change back in the customer’s favor ($52). We did significantly decrease the tip, but it is about the principle.“
“The Sunday morning special, Philly Steak omelet was awesome! The only reason I gave 4 stars for the atmosphere was that my roommate and I were the only customers - we were shocked by that. The omelet and white sauce they served with are total winners. I wish I had found this Sunday morning breakfast spot before I moved from the area.“
“The Peanut, food service and environment never disappoints. I took my parents, brother and nephew here for the first time and they absolutely loved it. Our waitress was friendly, energetic, and attentive to our request. I will always return to the Peanut for a good food experience.It’s definitely not hit or miss with them. It’s truly always a hit!“
“My wife and I had breakfast together this morning and ordering at the counter was fast, meals were quite reasonable, and delivered to our table within 12 minutes. The server was friendly and came back twice to check on us. The restaurant was clean, and all of condiments, napkins & silverware were readily available. We will be back.“
“2nd time there. The sandwich I had the first time was better than the salad I had this time, but still tasty. The wait staff was friendly and accommodating. The front is a garage door so alllows lots of light inside. Many seem to like the metal cups. Will go there again.Parking: I was there early so found a spit pretty easily. Might be difficult if busy.“
“I worked there as a busboy in 67 & 68. My name is Brad Hughes and I live in Cottage Grove Mn. Ernie was the owner and everyone came there. Sugar Creek at that time was a great place to live when you were a kid. There were bars up and down Sterling all the parents were at the bars and us kids just hung out. Ernies was a great place to work as a kid. I remembering helping Hank behind the bar cleaning glasses to keep up having enough to serve. My Mom ran Jerry and Gary's greasy spoon down the road. The truckers would always stop in. Biscuits and Gravy was very popular back then. I hope to visit the area this summer and will for sure drop in.“
“This is the best bar in KC, dive or not. Huge variety of people, fun atmosphere, and everyone is NICE. Like, every single person. No, the food isn't the greatest, just typical deep-fried frozen stuff, but the service with a smile makes up for it. Betty's always a joyous experience. Mean people, stay away, you are not welcome here (but you might walk out a changed person).“
“Phew, came up here today and Brooklyn wasn’t here and it was so nice to feel welcome and not feel such hostile energy. The three booths in the bar area didn’t have “reserved” placards on them either, being reserved for nobody. We weren’t given dirty looks when we came in or made to feel unwelcome either. We don’t like to sit bar side due to the fruit flies, but one time we tried to use the bar side booths and were very rudely told they were closed (with no one at the bar except.. you guessed it). Great experience this time around!“
“The food was ok. It was a bit pricey for what it was, but I've paid more for worse and not complained. The service was fine. We had a large group and we were taken care of. I live in OP so I wouldn't go back for myself, but I'd be fine with returning if meeting up with a large group again.“
“Really good restaurant with live music and a very good selection when it comes to the menu. I ordered fried mushrooms and a BLT that was enough to feed 2 people. The waitress working the bar was very pleasant and made sure that all of her customers were very well taken care of. The band was fantastic, the lead singer was an Army veteran, we started talking and found out we were at the same duty station around the same time with the same MOS (job).“
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“Went and got seated immediately around lunch time our server taylor was very attentive and made our visit much more enjoyable than any restaurant has in a while for us the food was excellent came quickly and was fresh atmosphere was warm and welcoming it was nice to look at all the vintage pictures and signs and see history please don't change it to the five four like the one in independence it sucks.“
“What a great local place with a great staff, huge patio and live music. The food was amazing. Great craft beer selection and a happy hour that offers food and drink specials. You'll love it ?. Slainte ??Parking: Parking lot next to building and street parking is available.“
“First visit yesterday and to start the hostess, light skin woman with long black braids was not friendly at all. Didn’t direct us where to go, no friendly greeting. Just a bad attitude but with another table she seemed to be a tad bit more friendly. Wasn’t the best way to start. Waiter was great and food was delicious which made a better experience. Just need to get that hostess some manners and better customer service skills.“
“First time there the bartender Scott was from Boston he made us feel at home the service was great and quick and the food was good for bar fare. We will definitely be back especially on the nights he works. This was the best experience we have had in awhile“
“This has always been a comfort to go to with all my friends and one of my regular hangouts. You get to know everyone. The drinks are reasonable and the service is fast. Karaoke, friends, pool, drinks and food are an awesome combination in my book!!“
“This is a true hole-in-the-wall local bar with lots of class and charm. It is a firefighter's bar and grill with all the gear and decor to go with it. Really cool place for drinks and food. The pork tenderloin is as huge as a plate, truly amazing. Definitely a place to visit when in the area.“