Mineral Lounge

If you are tickeled by the food and drink offerings, service, and experience of Tanin Wine Bar, but you are looking to spice things up while indulging in incredible views of the Kauffman Perfroming Arts Center...then enter Mineral Lounge. An upscale wine and small bites bar that is the perfect fresh new meeting spot for girls' night or a pre-performance cocktail and snack (or even a nightcap destination). It is the definition of classy; the inside is understated, and the menu fits neatly on one page. Also, Mineral Lounge has the same attentive waitstaff as Tanin, which means these people know their stuff. It's refreshing to find so many enthusiastic employees who share the owner's vision and provide visitors a concierge level of service. If you have any questions about the ever rotating seasonal menu or, of course, the tantalizing wine selection, don't feel shy asking because everyone here is friendly as well as knowledgeable. Another plus is that most of the wine seems to be served by the glass, with a good number of options being around $15. It's definitely still a treat for a tasty glass of wine however, it's less intimidating than the selection at Tanin and without having to commit to a full bottle you are able to try out more wine, and who would complain about that? On my first stop in (and I can attest to the fact that they'll be many more), I had to go with the bartenders closest choice to a Malbec, which was jammy to me tasting like a lot of plum and blackberry but was rounded out and smooth. After that glass, I decided to get trendy and go with an impeccable orange wine that was dry but had enough sweetness to end out a meal or pair nicely with the carrots, in my opinion. Now, onto those scrumptious carrots, summery but still in season for early September, they had layers of textures and flavors. If you love freshness in a dish with enough zing from the citrus, then try this veggie forward dish. The gracious clumps of goat cheese and the crispy nutty pistachios melted into the greens and paired so nicely with the slighty sweet vinegrette. This was a standout dish, so I couldn't be more excited to try more of the menu. Speaking of the menu, it's definitely on the lighter side leaning towards a Mediterranean mindset and offering sharable tapas and appetizers, but not a lot of meat heavy entrees so, don't expect a Duroc porkchop here. Instead, come in with an open mind ready to experience colorful clean food that pops off the plate and pairs perfectly with a glass of wine or two...or three.

Are you looking to curate the perfect date night with drinks and snacks before a show at the Kauffman Center? Mineral Lounge should be top of your list! As soon as the sun goes down, it's cozy lamp light only. This is the place to go on a romantic date and cuddle up next to your date on a couch and sip wine. This is the place to meet up with your wine-obsessed friend for snacks.This is not the place to bring big groups -- it's a small space. There are 3 "real" tables, and the rest of the seating is high top tables, the bar, or couches with side tables. So this is also not the place to bring your elderly grandma or spontaneously meet up with someone who wants to eat a full meal at a table. Definitely recommend a reservation if you prefer certain seating. Know the vibe before you go! The staff is very knowledgeable about the wine list, and the bartender was super helpful with giving me recommendations from the concise Mediterranean wine list. The food was pretty tasty! Lots of small plates to share with friends over a glass of wine, and lots of vegetarian options. The wine was definitely the star of the evening, not the food. There is typically a good amount of street parking behind and around the restaurant. Definitely make a night of it and head across the street for a performance at the Kauffman!

I'm always searching for new lounges in KC, and the Mineral Lounge didn't disappoint. Mineral Lounge is located on the corner of 17th and Broadway, with an unbeatable view of the Kauffman Center.We arrived for happy hour on a Wednesday at 4:30 p.m., hoping it would be nice and chill. We had reservations for a table but decided to go straight to the lounge area as soon as we saw it. Low, comfy couches with soft lighting and big windows looking out onto Broadway. The small plates here are inventive and tasty. The Spanish Tinned Fish was substantial, though the peppadews needed that missing goat cheese for a little extra creaminess. The Cana de Cabra with amarena cherry compote? Chef's kiss--I could eat that compote by the spoonful! While I was disappointed the Salty Kiss wasn't available due to a missing preserved lemon, the Perfect Vermouth Negroni was a good alternative. However, I did wish for a touch more orange essence.Parking? Stress-free, with a convenient lot right behind the building and another close by. Our server, Kris, helped make the experience top-notch: super attentive, knowledgeable, and quick to apologize for the unavailable dish. Overall, Mineral Lounge is a great addition to the neighborhood--I'll be back to catch more of what they offer!

A perfect place for an intimate date night. They had lots of unique cocktails and of course tons of wine. They have small plates as well, will have to come back with an appetite next time!

We were early for a dinner reservation so decided to stop into this new downtown KC cocktail location. Loved the vibe and the great views of KC. We didn't sample the small plates but appreciated the attentive service and cocktail explanations provided by our server. Will be an excellent stop for a pre Kauffman Center performance cocktail.

Visited Mineral for restaurant week and it did not disappoint. An interesting and creative cocktail menu and perfect wine pairing with a great Mediterranean inspired menu made for a phenomenal meal. The ambiance is warm and inviting and the staff was great.

Such a fun concept! We went with another couple and none of us were familiar with the Mediterranean wine selection but they did a great job working with us and finding us all wines we loved! The food ties in to this concept perfectly. We had the focaccia because we could smell it cooking the minute we walked in and knew we had to have it! We also had the bruschetta. The space is open and inviting! Would be perfect before a show at the Kauffman.

Love this place. Very small. Ambience is intimate. Only 2 minute walk to Kauffman Center so great location before a show. Food is small plates. My husband and I ordered 4 and they were all delicious. My favorites were the meatballs and tuna crudo. Service is a tad slow so plan ahead. Drinks were good. I loved the Greek red wine. I'm posting pictures....sorry. Some we had taken a bite of before I remembered to take the picture. Cheers!

Such a lovely new spot for downtown KC! The space has tall ceilings and large windows with a gorgeous view of downtown and the Kauffman Center. Lovely ambience, would be a great spot for happy hour, a date or a small group outing.The menu is Mediterranean focused, with a nicely curated wine list and some great seasonal cocktails. Our group tried almost the whole menu of small plates and we especially loved the focaccia with fresh tomato, pesto and burrata. The quark cheese with peaches and pecans was a very close second, along with the scallop ceviche served with Mediterranean herb potato chips.The staff, some of my favorite people from Tannin Wine Bar, are extremely knowledgeable and made great recommendations. Especially since the wines were not as familiar to our group. Kris helped us pick the perfect Slovenian orange wine that was perfect for a summer night.I'm already planning on going back this week with a few more friends!

Fantastic. Waiter was amazing. Food was fantastic. Had a cocktail that was similar to a salty tear there. Ambiance was great. In town for a conference and really surprised me to find this gem. Kris crushed it!