Warm weather has Kansas City living outdoors, and the best outdoor dining in Kansas City covers everything from a lively beer gardens to rooftops with skyline views to a quiet golf course patio at sunset. Here are five spots worth adding to your list this season.

Char Bar

Westport

Char Bar is more of an outdoor playground than a patio, with a rotating lineup of lawn games like croquet, bocce, and cornhole, plus a large outdoor bar and fire pits for cooler nights. It’s known for its smoked meats, think brisket, pulled pork, and jumbo smoked wings, best enjoyed family-style at one of the many picnic tables scattered across the space. It’s one of the most talked-about outdoor hangouts in the city, especially once the sun goes down and the string lights come on.

Blanc Champagne Bar

Midtown

Blanc Champagne Bar sits on the 11th floor of the historic Netherland building in Midtown, and offers a 360-degree view of the city, making it Kansas City’s only Champagne bar. Downstairs is a chic indoor lounge and restaurant made for celebrations and brunch, but the real draw is the rooftop Sun Club above: a lush, open-air setting with crafted cocktails, a fine selection of wines and bubbles, and small plates ranging from charcuterie boards to caviar bites. It’s a seasonal spot, so it’s worth checking that the rooftop is open before you go. But on a clear evening, it’s one of the best skyline views in the city.

Tavern on the Moor

Raymore

Located inside The Golf Club at Creekmoor, Tavern on the Moor pairs modern pub fare and homestyle favorites with both a cozy indoor fireplace and an outdoor patio built for watching the sunset after a round of golf. There’s a pavilion for families with kids and weekly specials worth checking before you go, and it’s just as popular for carry-out as it is for sitting down. It’s also just a short drive from Hakes Brothers’ Saddlebrook and Knoll Creek communities.

Belvoir Winery 

Liberty

Housed in the historic Odd Fellows Home, Belvoir Winery pairs Missouri-grown wines with a side porch and terrace overlooking the estate’s vineyard and rolling grounds. It’s a working winery with real history behind it, tastings run daily, and the grounds double as one of the area’s top wedding venues, so the setting is genuinely special rather than an afterthought. It’s a relaxed, sip-and-stay-a-while kind of patio, worth the trip even without an event on the calendar. Northland residents will find it a short drive from Hakes Brothers’ Somerbrook and Cadence Villas communities.

The Nest Bar & Grill

Basehor

Set on the grounds of Falcon Lakes Golf Club, The Nest Bar & Grill offers a relaxed patio scene with fairway views, big screens, fire pits, and lawn games for settling in on a summer evening. The menu covers appetizers, salads, sandwiches, wraps, burgers, tacos, and ribs, paired with a full bar of craft beers, wine, and hand-crafted cocktails. It also doubles as a banquet hall and wedding venue, so it’s worth a reservation on busy weekends. And it’s only about a 10 minute drive from Hakes Brothers’ GrayHawk community.

Making the Most of Outdoor Season in Kansas City

Whether that’s a rooftop cocktail or a laid-back evening under the stars, the best outdoor dining in Kansas City is closer than you might think. If you’re exploring the Kansas City metro and thinking about putting down roots near spots like these, Hakes Brothers builds new homes across the region. Contact us today to learn more and schedule your tour.