When the sun is shining and the birds are chirping, there's no better way to spend an afternoon or evening enjoying a meal and beverage with great views in Kansas City, Kansas  With more people seeking outdoor dining and social distancing options, we've put together a list of some of the coolest patios in KCK to help you navigate the patio scene.  Whether you're looking for a breath of fresh air, a meal with a view, or a place to hang with friends and family, check out these hidden gems in KCK.

 

Splitlog Coffee

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Starting your day with coffee is a morning ritual that most of us have adopted and continue to enjoy. Splitlog Coffee in Strawberry Hill has an ultra-convenient Central Avenue location right off I-70 and features a patio with an amazing view. The coffee shop name pays tribute to the area and Mathias Splitlog, a landowner, and entrepreneur, and son of the Chief of the Wyandottes. See the large mural of the Mathias Splitlog holding a strawberry facing their parking lot. Their coffee is stellar and they offer a variety of hot and cold drinks to sip on while admiring the Kansas City Skyline.  

The Mockingbird Lounge

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The Mockingbird Lounge is tucked away in the Strawberry Hill neighborhood of Kansas City, Kansas surrounded by a residential area and a view of the Kansas City skyline. Whether your brunching, lunching, or meeting up with friends after a long week, the pup-friendly and welcoming patio is a great place to meet up with friends or chat with locals. Mockingbird Lounge offer a simple and extremely delicious food menu and a full bar. They even offer a cocktail featuring Mexican coffee that has tequila, Rumchata, blip coffee, cinnamon, and whipped cream. 

Woodyard Bar-B-Que 

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They say if you don’t eat barbecue in Kansas City, you didn’t really go to Kansas City.  Luckily, barbecue is something that usually has the entire family licking their plates - literally.  Woodyard Bar-B-Que is known for its quirky exterior and the smell of smoked-meat that will have you drooling even before you pull into the parking lot. Woodyard features a large outdoor dining area filled with picnic tables, perfect for large crowds and dining with your furry friends.

Slap's BBQ 

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Since opening its doors in 2014, this KCK hotspot has been featured on many television networks including the Food Network. Slap's BBQ is one of a few restaurants in the KC metro area that still compete on the barbecue circuit and continues to take home top prizes. Due to demand, they recently added a rooftop patio dining option.  Now you can feast on award-winning 'cue with a view!