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    Afterword Tavern & Shelves

    A refuge for the thirsty and inquisitive

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    What makes it fun

    A great book has the impressive ability to connect companions over late-night discussions, or to a chatty streetcar passenger who also enjoys the same author. Simple paper pages can entice someone to visit a city or reconnect them to a time and place in their past. Books can spark an idea, incite an argument, and provide a peaceful respite from the chaos of life. This quality can be found in beer, wine, spirits, and food. Rather than leaving one out, we decided to pool their collective powers under one roof. As a result, Afterword Tavern & Shelves was born.

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    Afterword Tavern & Shelves
    4.7
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    Susan MacLaren

    20:47 09 Nov 24

    Lana Raines

    16:45 08 Nov 24
    Loved the vibe and the drinks especially the espresso martinis.

    Rachel Thomas

    21:51 05 Nov 24

    Ann Dickey

    00:04 07 Oct 24
    Really enjoyed my visit here. Been meaning to make it out here for a while. Cocktail bar with books for reading and sale, lots of board games, some comfy couches. Solid mocktail list. Cocktails are in the $13-15 range, mocktails are $10-12. Wines by the glass or bottle also available, as well as weekly specials, happy hour (including 10% off a book purchase during HH!), coffees, and teas. Great place to hang out in the crossroads. No food available.

    Ryan Broker

    13:17 04 Oct 24
    Excellent experience

    Bobbi H

    15:50 05 Nov 23

    Nick

    02:47 04 Nov 23

    Jay A

    21:48 03 Nov 23
    Great bar with fun literature-inspired drinks. Cozy atmosphere. I spent a few hours here working on my laptop and didn't feel out of place doing so.

    Rose Pavia

    11:15 03 Nov 23

    Taylor Morales

    18:12 02 Nov 23
    Drinks were perfectly strong!!! Loved the calm atmosphere!!

    Julie E

    12:22 24 Jan 23
    Best joint to get specialty cocktails (pictured: Motherless Brooklyn; Reader, I Married Him; and Beloved). Flavors expertly designed and prepared by the best mixologists.Bonus if you are a book lover. Cozy corners to sip, read, and hang out.

    Jeff Buford

    04:54 25 Nov 22
    I have wanted to try this bookstore bar since I first became aware of it and I was not disappointed. Excellent vibes with a solid lit themed drink menu. There were a couple of book clubs that looked like they used the space as well. This was a great place to meet up with some friends for a drink!

    Ashlyn

    03:59 06 May 22
    Loved it here! The vibe of the whole place is super cozy and it was fun to be able to play games while hanging out and drinking - big shoutout for having chess tables! If I was a local I would definitely sign up for their booze & book club, such a cool concept. There was live music and the drinks were great. I had the Yellow Wallpaper and would totally recommend. If I ever come back to KS, I'd definitely stop in again! Cheers 🍻

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    • 1834 Grand Boulevard, Kansas City, Missouri 64108, United States

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      (816) 299-8360
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      https://www.afterwordkc.com
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