BBQ on the Move

A relatively new heavy-hitter in the KC BBQ scene is hopping across the state line.

July 22, 2024

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Food and Drink

Harp Barbecue is Moving to Overland Park

Harp Barbecue

Pack up the smoker! Harp Barbecue is moving across State Line from Raytown to Overland Park.

  • New House: Since launching as a pop-up outside of Crane Brewing in Raytown in 2019, Tyler Harp has become a household name in the Kansas City barbecue scene. He’s now bringing his Texas-style BBQ to 12094 Quivira Road in Overland Park (the former Pizza Shuttle).

  • Same Smoke: The menu won’t change. Harp will still serve fan favorites such as brisket, sausages, burnt ends, and ribs. The new location will be open from Wednesday to Saturday, open from lunch until they sell out.

According to their website, Harp Barbecue expects to be open in late summer/early fall.

Development

Opening of the Rock Island Bridge Pushed to 2025

Rock Island Bridge

Developers of the Rock Island Bridge announced on Friday that the project would not be completed this summer as previously expected.

  • I Just Wanna Rock: The ambitious project of building America’s first entertainment district over a river was never going to be easy. Although the grand opening was delayed until the spring of 2025, the public will now be able to take guided tours to see the progress.

  • Worth the Wait: The bridge will span the Kansas River and connect Kansas to the West Bottoms in Missouri. The century-old bridge will feature restaurants, bars, live music, and access to recreational activities on the river.

Follow along with construction updates on the Rock Island Bridge’s website HERE.

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Opening

Moon Bar to Open a Permanent Space in Columbus Park

Moon Bar

Japanese-inspired pop-up cocktail concept Moon Bar now has a permanent space in Columbus Park.

  • To the Moon: Owner Saranya Hubbard will run two concepts out of one space in Columbus Park: Tian Tea House by day and Moon Bar by night. An opening date is not set.

  • Big City Inspiration: Hubbard’s inspiration for the Japanese-style cocktail bar comes from the famed NYC bar Angel’s Share. Her creations include milk-washed Thai tea, a mango-sticky rice cocktail, kaffir lime lychee soda, and a Japanese melon cream soda.


Follow along with Moon Bar to be kept up-to-date on an opening date and pop-ups in the meantime!

Food and Drink

Get a “Taste of the K” with Kauffman Stadium’s Newest Menu Item

Aramark Sports + Entertainment

It’s hard to beat a hot dog at a baseball game. But the new “Taste of the K Taco” at Kauffman Stadium might give it a run for its money! We never thought that a taco ingredient list would warrant a bulleted list, but get a taste of this:

  • Cheeseburger quesadilla

  • Charred hot dog

  • Barbecue brisket

  • French fries

  • Shredded romaine

  • Pickled red onion

  • Sriracha Cracker Jacks

  • 816 Sauce

The “Taste of the K Taco” can be found at the Rival Sports Bar in section 250. Get your tickets for the upcoming Royals game HERE.

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  • 🥙 Fresh Flavors: Cava, one of the fastest-growing restaurant brands in the country, will open a location in the new Merriam Grand Station development near Shawnee Mission Parkway and I-35.

  • 🍺 A Family Establishment: A KC man has revived his grandfather’s bar, Jimmy’s Jigger, at the corner of 39th Street and State Line.

  • 🏠 Own History: The Civil War-era Bent Ward House, which was once owned by Seth Ward of Ward Parkway, was recently listed for sale for $1.5 million. (note - the sale is now pending)

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