Cafe Trio
American Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, and Jazz and Blues Venue$$$$
Kansas City
"The Mac daddy was very good."(3 Tips)
"Order the "Aussie Sunset" martini - it's awesome!"(6 Tips)
"... Shrimp Flatbread, Crab Cakes, Margaritatini are all fabulous."(4 Tips)
"Amazing spot for happy hour or for dinner."(3 Tips)
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Abner AcevesJanuary 1, 2015One of the best dining experiences in KC! Great date spot. The back patio is a must. (Even during the winter.) Awesome view of the plaza. Great ambience.
Kansas CitySeptember 7, 2012Providing refreshing relief from the heat, encouraging diners to feast on small plates (like cracker thin pizza and crab cakes), or full entrees, such as a Berkshire pork chop or veal osso buco
Jenny L.December 31, 2015Small cocktail list, so teach them what you want and they'll make it. Great desserts and small plates. Sometimes live music. Back patio is nice but fills quickly.
Love it! The atmosphere is modern yet pays homage to the old fashioned. Signature cocktails are delicious, chèvre salad is amazing & my guilty pleasure is the mushroom ravioli. You can't go wrong!
Dan AMay 9, 2015Stick with the basics here. Like grilled fish or pastas. I have been disappointed recently in their specials. Great martini and fun friendly service
Kyle ParsonsAugust 11, 2014Quiche of the moment was a super good choice. Asparagus, spinach and some kind of delicious cheese. Bacon vinaigrette is a good touch for salad dressing.
Cindy PetersenMarch 10, 2013Rainbow lighting....with a glass top...So the stars...can SHINE ONWARD...OUTWARD...UPWARD...and BEYOND YOUR WILDEST:::!! Dream On Family! And Keep on Dancin'...to the Rhythm of Your HEART!!
Juliana LaddDecember 3, 2012The short ribs were AMAZING! Meat was so juicy and tender and literally fell off the bone. Had it with a side of the Mac Daddy.. Best meal ever!
Grace FieldsMarch 15, 2017The lemon cake is amazing!😋 Tortilla soup is really good too! Really nice service as well!
Cafe TrioApril 5, 2012Check out the "Red Ribbon" Martini. House infused strawberry vodka, Pama Liquor, Lemon Juice & Simple Syrup & finished w/ Cream Soda. Benefits AIDSWALK KC & so $5 of the $8 price goes there.- Amazing spot for happy hour or for dinner. The Cowboy Ribeye is amazing. Take a date!
Albert TongFebruary 1, 2013Dinner portions are big. You can ask them to split one entree to two plates. They even do that for their martinis. Try more items!
Joelle SwiftDecember 3, 2022We had the hanger steak, salmon and ribeye. Terrific and the service was phenomenal.
Simon KuoAugust 25, 2014Everything seems to be good here. The back deck is a great place to sit if you are in the mood for the outdoors.
John GraykoskiDecember 7, 2014Very creative... chef challenges your taste buds in a good way... Needs more Sonoma wines! Found serendipitously on Gay Cities
The vegetarian menu isn't part of the regular menu. Make sure to ask for it. They've got some great options.- Kansas CitySeptember 19, 2013They have a large selection of Gluten-free items, many of which are adaptations of their delicious original entrees!
Theresa O'LearyAugust 10, 2018Great spot on the way to the plaza. I had a beef wellington there that blew me away.
Donald LemingJune 27, 2012Join KC Orifginals and support local restaurants. Check out original art on walls.
Some kind of kitchen emergency this evening. Regardless, the osso bucco was excellent.
Sarah EggersJanuary 26, 2012Ask for the patio. The atmosphere is quiet, friendly and the lugging is great, even in the winter!
Tyson WAugust 12, 2010The Praline Scallops at Cafe Trio are TO DIE FOR!!! Wow! Next time I'm back in KC I'm b-lining it for this place!!
Monica Banks KoenigDecember 19, 2012Rarely check in here. But one of my faves. Sitting at the bar doing some writing, enjoying a glass of vino.
The Jimi Hendrix is hands down the best summer cocktail I've ever had. And I don't even like gin... that's how good it is.
Emily J.October 26, 2011The food here is delicious! I loved the gnocchi. Make sure to save room for dessert!
Get the "lavender lemonade"....you'll want to hug me after the 1st sip #cheers
Mackenzie KnoxJuly 7, 2016There were literally no vegetarian dishes here, unless you count the small hummus plate (which was just okay). Lots of seafood dishes that seemed promising but were overall pretty underwhelming.
Michelle ChenJanuary 23, 2015We ordered Mac daddy, fried oyster, burger, and crab cake during restaurant week. Honestly, felt the food is mediocre, nothing special taste okay not fantastic, I probably wouldn't go back again.
Wicked killer Mac and Cheese here. Top 3 in the city. Fo-sho.
- #best.dessert: chocolate covered gelato w/ EXTRA raspberries
Franklin VJune 26, 2011Travis the bartender is a freaking wizard. Ask him about anything and then order a bees knees- The patio is completely is underrated. Sit outside!
Examiner.comJanuary 5, 2011Ahi tuna was so tender and tasty it melts like butter on a hot roll. Read more- Ask Scotty to make you a Golden Cadillac sometime - the way Greg likes it.
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Trio features award-winning food & service. Steaks, seafood & pasta w/ nightly chef's specials. Live jazz T-Sat. Local art displays, killer deck bar & dining.
Closed until 11:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Tue–Thu
- 11:00 AM–9:30 PM
- Fri
- 11:00 AM–10:30 PM
- Sat
- 5:00 PM–Midnight
(816) 756-3227
Features
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. Discover & Visa)
Wi-Fi
Free
Outdoor Seating
Yes
Music
Live Music
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert, Happy Hour
Drinks
Wine, Full Bar, Cocktails
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- 8.6
"This place needs more press as it’s outstanding. Try the chix fried spouts or tuna tartar to start then the short ribs or piccata to have an excellent dinner. Great wine menu."
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- 8.7
"Great bloody mary- and it comes with a pepperoni stick garnish! The poutine appetizer is fantastic too."
Jonathan Robinson - 7.7
"Dragon roll is killer and presentation is great!"
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