New Theatre Restaurant

THEATER

Rated by The Wall Street Journal as “the best dinner theatre operation in the country,” the 600-seat New Theatre Restaurant features Broadway-style musicals and comedies. Located just 20 minutes from downtown Kansas City, the restaurant treats guests to an exquisite pre-show meal. Now showing through Sept. 2 is Rodger and Hammerstein’s Oklahoma!

913-646-7469 | www.newtheatre.com

The Blue Room

LIVE JAZZ

Recognized by DownBeat magazine as one of the top 100 jazz clubs in the world, this venue is part of the American Jazz Museum. Four nights a week (Thursday-Saturday and Monday), sweet sounds of blues fill the room, which is decorated with authentic artifacts. Designed to resemble a nightclub from the 1930s, The Blue Room is a lively and swinging place to spend an evening. Minors are allowed when accompanied by an adult.

816-474-2929 | www.americanjazzmuseum.org

Boozefish

WINE BAR

This Mediterranean wine bar, located near Country Club Plaza, boasts an extensive wine list, which pairs perfectly with the menu of flavorful tapas. Take in some live music at “Bloozeday Tuesdays,” when Kansas City’s finest perform. On Wednesdays, sip on a variety of wines at a tasting.

816-561-5995 www.boozefish.com

Velvet Dog

MARTINI BAR

Kansas City’s original martini lounge is full of energy, from the funky retro décor to the always-in-motion jukebox. Pool tables are there for all to enjoy, even on the outdoor deck when the weather is right. If bocce ball is your game of choice, Velvet Dog has that, too. If you prefer something more relaxing, just sit back with one of its famous martinis— Dreamsicle, Cotton Candy, Martini-Latte, French Silk and more.

816-753-9900 www.velvetdog.com