Made up of a 15-block district, consisting of dozens of fine restaurant and more than 150 shops, the Country Club Plaza of Kansas City acclaims a wide popularity and reputation throughout the country.

Informations about Country Club Plaza

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/

The Country Club Plaza, regarded as the prime dining, entertainment and shopping destination, located at the very core of the Kansas City, is surrounded by a number of local attractions. So, while spending your time at the chief entertainment district of the town, you can also spend some of your time visiting the other chief attractions of the city.

If you want to have a glimpse of the art and history of the country, you can pay a visit to the Nelson- Atkins Museum of Art or the Kemper Museum of Art. You can also look around the Kansas City Repertory Theatre, Science City, Union station or the Steamboat Arabia Museum.

Local attractions around the Country Club Plaza

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The Country Club Plaza, hosts within its precincts, the best restaurants of the Kansas City. With the ability of suiting each and every taste as well as occasions, it plays a host to steaks and barbecue as well as to different kinds of seafood.

Restaurants and special dishes

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Specialty-Foods

You can also witness a number of events that take place in the Country Club Plaza of the Kansas City throughout the year.

Let us deal with some of them:

- The city's best musicians can be seen to perform throughout the summer season, in the streets of the Plaza, during the 'Plaza Live! Courtyard Concerts'.

Events

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Events/Plaza-Live-Concerts

- If you visit the Country Club Plaza in the autumn, you can be a part of the Annual Plaza Art Fair, wherein you will be able to see the streets of the Plaza transformed into a wonderful art gallery.

Events

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Events/Plaza-Art-Fair

The Country Club Plaza has something in store for each and every visitor, with a really commendable capacity to rock throughout the season!

Country Club Plaza is one of the must-visit landmarks in Kansas City. It has a little bit of something for everyone. More than 150 shops and dozens of fine restaurants nestle in the upscale shopping district. This popular spot welcomes visitors come to shop, eat and enjoy the numerous Old World style buildings that are decorated with tiles, statues and much color.

Country Club Plaza also features an annual "Season of Lights" on Thanksgiving night. On that evening, a total of 280,000 lights-like will be strung up around and on the buildings, extending for as long as 80 miles of lights strung. What a spectacular event! The annual event has been a winter trademark in Kansas City.

Country Club Plaza is more a paradise for gourmets than for shoppers. The district boasts a collection of Kansas City's finest and favorite restaurants. Whether you prefer al fresco cafes, or barbecue or fresh seafood, dozens of restaurants have something for any occasion and appetite.

Country Club Plaza Shopping

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Shopping

Country Club Plaza is home to delicious specialty foods. Discover elegant patio cafes, tasty cheeses, romantic chocolate treats and mellowing teas at the plaza.

Barnes & Noble Cafe - If you ask a typical customer for experiences at the Barnes & Noble, words like comfortable, spacious, cozy and relaxing will come to mind. Pioneered as a full service bookstore, music & DVD store, newsstand and cafe, their cafes are premier destinations for book and cafe lovers who often say, "Meet me at Barnes & Noble Cafe". Enjoy baked desserts and light lunch with a cup of Starbuck's coffee. The Cafe is located at 420 W. 47 St. and is open from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Saturday. Sunday hours are from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Barnes & Noble Cafe

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Barnes-And-Noble-Cafe

Starbucks - Starbucks is irresistible to majority of coffee enthusiasts. Their top-quality whole bean coffees, rich-brewed coffees, a collection of tasty pastries & confections and yummy Italian-style beverages all appeal to consumers. You can find Starbucks on the corner of Nichols Road and Central, just across the Halls. Starbucks is open from 5:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. from Monday to Thursday. It runs from 5:30 a.m. to 1 a.m. on Friday and Saturday. The operation hour for Sunday is from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Menu for Starbucks

http://www.starbucks.com/menu

Panache Chocolatier - Few girls can resist the temptation of chocolate. When strolling at the plaza, Panache Chocolatier is your right stop for finest handmade chocolate. A variety of options are offered, from the purest in rich and creamy mild chocolate to luscious white chocolate to elegant semi-sweet dark chocolate.

Hours and Location for Panache Chocolatier

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Panache-Chocolatier

Additional specialty shops include:

Topsy's Popcorn

- Hours

Monday - Wednesday: 10 AM - 7 PM

Thursday: 10 AM - 9 PM

Friday & Saturday: 10 AM - 8 PM

Sunday: 12 Noon - 6 PM

- Address & Phone

4706 Central between the Classic Cup Cafe and Starbucks; 816-753-7373

Scotter's Coffeehouse

- Hours

Monday - Thursday: 6 AM - 12 AM

Friday - Saturday: 6 AM - 1 AM

Sunday: 7 AM - 11 PM

Location & Phone

446 West 47th Street below McCormick & Schmicks; 816-756-1311

LatteLand Espresso & Tea (original location)

- Hours

Monday - Thursday: 7 AM - 9 PM

Friday - Saturday: 7 AM - 11 PM

Sunday: 8 AM - 9 PM

- Location & Phone

318 West 47th Street across from the Classic Cup Cafe; 816-931-7477

LatteLand Espresso & Teas (west location)

- Hours

Monday - Thursday: 7 AM - 11 PM

Friday - Saturday: 7 AM - Midnight

Sunday: 8 AM - 11 PM

- Location & Phone

4771 Jefferson across from the Capital Grille; 816-931-7577

Ingredient

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Ingredient

The Better Cheddar

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/The-Better-Cheddar

Cold Stone Creamery

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Cold-Stone-Creamery

Balsano's Gelato Cafe

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Balsanos-Gelato-Cafe

Country Club Plaza offers sophisticated menus and most exclusive dining rooms if private dining is preferred. Everything possible will be done to make your next dining experience a success at the Country Club Plaza.

Plaza III the Steakhouse and The Club at Plaza III - As a classic prime steakhouse in Kansas City, the steakhouse serve customers with USDA Prime aged cuts of mid-western beef, steaks and chops. Excellent wine list is available for visitors. Dining and dancing at the club highlights local Jazz scene in the city. Private dining with gorgeous atmosphere is strongly recommended.

Lunch is offered from 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. from Monday to Saturday. The regular hours are from 5:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. from Monday to Thursday. Friday hour is from 5:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. and it's open from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Saturday and from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Sunday. The steakhouse is located at 4749 Pennsylvania.

McCormick & Schmick's - You cannot miss the seafood authority in Kansas City. Two patios overlooking the Plaza are offered for your dining. Plus 3 private dining rooms are available for guests. A banquet room is perfect for corporate entertaining and rehearsal dinners. The operation hours are from 11 AM to 10 PM from Sunday to Thursday and Friday & Saturday hours are from 11 AM to 11 PM.

Menu for McCormick & Schmick's

http://www.mccormickandschmicks.com/afreshapproach/Overview.aspx

There are many fine restaurants offering gorgeous private dining experience, like the Melting Pot, M & S Grill, California Pizza Restaurant and Starker's Restaurant etc. Check out below for the complete list of private dining restaurants at Country Club Plaza.

Private Dining

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Private-Dining

When the weather outside is delightful, there's no better dining place than the patios at Country Club Plaza. A collection of great restaurants at the plaza provide enjoyable al fresco dining experience for picky guests.

The Cheesecake Factory - The unique restaurant is well known for huge options and fabulous foods, exceeding 200 menu items. Avocado egg rolls, Tuscan chicken salad, specialty pizzas, great steaks and classic burgers are all listed on the long menu list. Over 40 tasty cheesecakes and desserts are offered to feast your stomach. Taste the desserts with a cup of drink in the outdoor patio. How fantastic!

Hours and Location for the Cheesecake Factory

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/The-Cheesecake-Factory

Panera Bread Bakery Cafe - Treat yourself at the upscale bakery and cafe with outdoor patio. Muffins, bagels, sandwiches, homemade soups, salads, pastries and gourmet coffee rank the menu. Stop by the gourmet paradise located on Pennsylvania between 47th Street and Nichols Road. It's open from 6:30 AM to 9 AM, Monday through Thursday and from 6:30 AM to 10 PM on Friday & Saturday. The Sunday operation hour is from 7:30 AM to 7 PM.

Menu for Panera Bread Bakery Cafe

http://www.panera-kansas.com/menu_panera_kansas.pdf

More Patio Dining Restaurants

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Outdoor-Dining

Pop by for a drink during the happy hours at the Plaza's bars with exciting atmosphere. The best happy hour specials are given and it's not just about drinking any more.

The Granfalloon Bar & Grill - It's the only sports bar at the Plaza equipped with 18 televisions and 2 big screens. A wide option of appetizers, salads, burgers and many other innovative sandwiches and dinners are all available. The happy hours are from 4 PM to 7 PM from Monday to Friday. A unique offer of $2.25 well drinks is really appealing.

Menu for the Granfalloon Bar & Grill

http://www.thegranfalloon.com/index.php?option=com_wrapper&view=wrapper&Itemid=103

Blanc Burgers + Bottles - Located next to Bank of China on Jefferson Street, this newest restaurant serves delicious burgers, fries and other food items. Their eclectic bottled beer list is another highlight. Happy hour starts from 3 PM to 6 PM on weekdays. A 50% discount will be given for all premium wells and wines by the glass. You can receive $3 off all large format Missouri Beers.

Hours and Address for Blanc Burgers + Bottles

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/Blanc-Burgers-Bottles

Menu for Blanc Burgers + Bottles

http://www.blancburgers.com/plazamenu.html

More Details on Plaza Happy Hours

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants/plaza-happy-hours

A List of All Restaurants at the Plaza

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants

Country Club Plaza, commonly referred as Plaza in the city is an upscale shopping district in Kansas. What makes it special is that it was the first shopping center that was designed to house shoppers who arrive there by automobile.

Talking about the design the Country Club Plaza has got to reflect classic European influences. What adds up to the site beauty and glamour is the thirty statues, murals, along with tile mosaics set on the display in the area.

Kansas Country Club Plaza - Wikipedia

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Country_Club_Plaza

The Country Club Plaza boasts of a vast collection of Kansas City's which is studded with a fine list of restaurants. The restaurants are lined up starting from charming all fresco cafes, steak, fresh seafood, and barbecue that suits the visitor's appetite and taste. One should never miss Plaza's newest restaurants, Ingredient, Noodles & Company, and Blanc Burgers plus Bottles.

Kansas Country Club Plaza Restaurants

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Restaurants

This is the place for art lovers, as it boasts of a museum featuring romantic Spanish architecture which is set in blend with European art. Again it has an open-air art gallery that has got to display a wonderful collection with sculptures, fountains, and murals.

Walk Through Kansas City History

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/About-Us/History

The Country Club Plaza's Media Gallery is another charming and wonderful attraction seated inside this venue. The gallery can be approached as it offers high-resolution, downloadable images just for media use. The overall scene here is studded by timely festivals and events, fountains, Plaza Art Fair and glittering Plaza Lights.

Kansas Country Club Plaza Media Gallery

http://www.countryclubplaza.com/Media-Gallery