West Bottoms Flats Guidebook

West Bottoms Flats
West Bottoms Flats
West Bottoms Flats Guidebook

Neighborhoods

In the mid-19th century, the West Bottoms in Kansas City was the original downtown, the economic epicenter of a thriving cattle enterprise and one of the largest livestock exchanges in the world. But fortunes change and time moves on. And this once derelict area is now home to a burgeoning and vibrant neighborhood. Art fairs, flea markets, coffee shops and eclectic dining dot the streets alongside antique and home furnishing stores. The West Bottoms is an adventure waiting to be had. It’s quirky, trendy, creative, unexpected and full of potential. West Bottom Flats is the perfect opportunity to experience the neighborhood and be a part of its new history.
79 locals recommend
West Bottoms
79 locals recommend
In the mid-19th century, the West Bottoms in Kansas City was the original downtown, the economic epicenter of a thriving cattle enterprise and one of the largest livestock exchanges in the world. But fortunes change and time moves on. And this once derelict area is now home to a burgeoning and vibrant neighborhood. Art fairs, flea markets, coffee shops and eclectic dining dot the streets alongside antique and home furnishing stores. The West Bottoms is an adventure waiting to be had. It’s quirky, trendy, creative, unexpected and full of potential. West Bottom Flats is the perfect opportunity to experience the neighborhood and be a part of its new history.

Best place for a casual drink

9th & State
1717 W 9th St
13 locals recommend
The Campground
1531 Genessee St
13 locals recommend
22 locals recommend
Amigoni Urban Winery
1505 Genessee St
22 locals recommend
15 locals recommend
Historic West Bottoms
1401 W 13 St
15 locals recommend

Food scene

58 locals recommend
The Ship
1221 Union Ave
58 locals recommend
The Lunch Box
13605 East 35th St S

For the best cup of coffee

15 locals recommend
Blip Roasters
1301 Woodswether Rd
15 locals recommend

Shopping

The Painted Sofa
1331 Union Ave
Silver Lining Shop
1515 W 9th St
Wayne Studio West
1515 W 9th St
7 locals recommend
Fetch
1101 Mulberry St
7 locals recommend

Places to Explore

Edge of Hell Haunted House
1300 W 12th St
The Basement: A Live Escape Room Experience
1612 W 8th St
The Beast Haunted House
1401 W 13 St