Sidestreet Bar & Grill

we had a great time the food and the ambience was excellent as usual and we just enjoyed our night. Service was great and so was the atmosphere.

Side Street is a laidback neighborhood dive bar which caters to the LGBTQ+ community. It's nestled in an unassuming building near Costco. It could easily be missed if you didn't know what you were looking for. I've been in here a few times and it's usually busy. They have darts and a great patio scene out back. The inside itself isn't very big, but there are plenty of tables and chairs in both covered and uncovered areas to choose from. There can be a bit of a line for drinks, but the bartenders are fast and efficient. Drinks are super cheap compared to other bars in the area. Of note, it's cash only, so stop by the ATM before you it it up.

I've loved this bar ever since I moved to Kansas City six years ago. It's basically the gay Cheers! Good place for darts or pool, the best part is their patio.

"The place where everyone knows your name" --only if you are a white gay male. Since this is known for being a LGBT+ bar, and I am a lesbian, I figured there would be no problem fitting in. When I first walked in the bartender would help other patrons at the bar before me. Towards the end of the night we were alerted it was 30 minutes to close, my girlfriends acknowledges the bartender. He proceeds to walk up to her and say she better chug that drink, not in a funny joke way either. When closing my tab, again, I was the last one to be helped.(Aggressive they didn't even want my lesbian money?!) Decently priced drinks, but not worth the attitude of the stereotypical white gay male--thinking lesbian women are some kind of strange creature invading their safe space. Terribly sad that within our community we tear each other down rather than build each other up.What's the kicker at the end of this jagged, hole filled rainbow, this all happened during pride month.

Harassed by the short bartender to wear mask even with a drink in my hand that was actively being consumed.

This was my wife's and I first time coming for a few cocktails. They made us feeling so welcomed and the drinks were cheap and strong. The outdoor patio was awesome and the music was chill. We'll be back again. Thanks for setting a great first impression.

Hey Ernie I want to apologize for my behavior last night ;'I'm truly both embarrassing and ashamed of my self - you don't have to allow me back in- but I just want to apologize- I'm not sure what got into me - you know I'm not a " trouble maker " On the other hand - I guess I'm very disturbed that I've had a second incident at SS; three weeks ago I believe I was drugged or something close to it ; i got on a wreck 10 mins after leaving SS- I wasn't 100% sure more like 99% but now that John and Raymond were also victims - it confirms my suspicions of being drugged w my drink that night - I should of brought it to your attention earlier but like I said I wasn't 100% sure Yes I agree I should pay close attention to my drink but nevertheless- " most of us" have a second family at SS so being on the lookout for suspicious behavior is not first nature I hope you can forgive me Have a nice day

I am and older guyNearly 60My friends pointed out that the crackers had gone bad.He attacked me saying whats your problem.I said no problem but my group feels there is something wrong with the crackers.I was polite the entire time.It was no big deal.He threatened to throw me out.I politely said its no pry.I finished my drink then quietly left.I will never give them business againI have heard in the community this guy is vicious and treats everyone terrible Ill never go back.Im a nice guy and never been treated so poorly don't go here.

Very nice establishment... bartender Shia..will cause your business to lose it's faithful customers...he approached me and 3 others about a Tip...lm sure l left..on the counter..he approached us on the patio screaming he's never serving us again ...we left our untouched drinks and left...we were gonna leave another tip but he was so pissed...never felt so humiliated...but oh well..good help is hard to find these days..

I've never felt compelled to leave a review, but boy does tonight end that. Beware of the screaming drunk who lives upstairs!!! My wife and I went to Sidestreet for the first time tonight. Despite negative reviews we wanted to see for ourselves what was up, hoping for a new place to hang out and feel comfortable. The bartender was super sweet, the back patio was very cozy, I wish we could've stayed longer, but honestly I just wasted $20 to get berated by a stranger.There's a stairway out back with several lights that looked potentially like more seating, like many bars in KC have. WRONG!!! We got to the top of the staircase and saw the mess and said "Oh...I think someone lives up here" and we proceeded to walk back down. Out of nowhere a man came out of the bar downstairs screaming profanities at us saying "That's me and my neighbors ******* house, don't ******* go up there" etc, etc. Screaming at my wife and me in front of a patio full of people, even though we were apologizing profusely. I thought maybe he was just teasing but nope...fully screaming at us over a very simple mistake. I completely understand not wanting strangers on your porch, but if I lived above a bar, I'd make damn sure I locked it up before screaming at people I've never met ‍ There was a chain that was NOT hooked and absolutely zero sign or indication (besides looking like a messy front porch once you reach the top) that it was a residence or off limits. We're not the types to push boundaries or waltz into places we aren't allowed. SO embarrassing and unprofessional. I don't care if he owns the bar or what, put the chain up, put up a sign, if you live above a BAR and leave it accessible...not my fault for drinking and exploring a place I've never been to! Again, first time to the bar. And it will most certainly be our last. For a city that has so few inclusive spaces for the gay community, I'm very disappointed. Very embarrassed. NEWCOMERS: Please beware of the screaming ogre who lives above the bar...the staircase does NOT lead to more seating. Sure wish someone had told me. Lesson learned. Ugh.