Diana Greeley Graves-Six
+5
Lovely experience on a beautiful Sunday afternoon on the patio!
We walked around the City Market today and ate on the patio at Brown & Loe. That was a cool experience, because the owner, Kate McGlaughlin, offered to give us a tour when I asked about the history of the building. It is right on the corner of 5th & Walnut, and was originally the Merchants Bank, built around 1920. It took her and her dad about 4 years to get all the renovations done and open. It's really cool. It had 3 vaults, one of which is their kitchen's drink station, and another is a private dining room for 6-8 guests. It has a lot of marble and dark woods, and she painstakingly picked out the furniture, sending one style back, before getting these tables and chairs, that I think look like they always belonged there. Then she told us that when they first bought the building, they didn't realize there was a basement, but the architect found it on some old plans. So they uncovered it, reclaimed/renovated it, and that's where the bathrooms are now. She was just so nice and anxious to show us what they've done there. The reason for the name is that the Brown & Loe vegetable distributor company was originally on the second floor, and although long-gone, they let Kate keep the cool neon signs and clock on the building, so thus the name of the restaurant. The restaurant closes early on Sundays after brunch (3:00), so when we were coming back around the corner afterwards, taking pictures, the executive chef saw us, and was very nice and told us some more things, i.e., that those old signs are on two sides of the building, etc.
My husband and I shared the turkey club sandwich with fries, which was more than enough for 2! The fries tasted hand cut, and it was nice to sit out on the patio and have a couple glasses of wine! And our waitress was very nice, too.
Visited with family for Restaurant Week and it did not disappoint. Started with drinks at the bar from Mark and they were awesome. Mark was very friendly and well versed on all aspects of the restaurant. Great atmosphere and even better food. This will now be in our rotation of restaurants in KC. I HIGHLY recommend!
Brown & Loe is a delightful bistro-style restaurant that promises a culinary experience to remember. The menu is thoughtfully curated, offering a well-defined selection of delectable dishes that cater to a variety of palates. From the moment you step inside, the restaurant exudes a nostalgic charm, celebrating its unique setting within a former bank building. The ambiance is infused with history, adding a touch of elegance and character to your dining experience. Additionally, the large selection of libations ensures there's a perfect drink to complement your meal. Whether you're seeking a romantic evening or a gathering with friends, Brown & Loe offers a delightful blend of flavors, nostalgia, and warm hospitality that is truly a treat for the senses.
The food was soooo good. Flavors were so good in everything we had & you can just tell it was prepared well. The service was great & the vibe was super cute. I don’t know what took me so long to get here, but I can’t wait to come back for brunch! Overall, great place to visit when you’re in the River Market area.
I went there with a family member. We got the arugula salad with goat cheese, pistachios, walnuts, and apricots. It was delicious and very refreshing. I ordered the cheeseburger, and my family memeber got the empanadas with pork belly and a fantastic aïoli sauce. We rounded the event out with the banana cream pie, which came with icing made out of pea flour, which surprisingly was terrific.
Our server was professional, friendly, and on point. If you haven’t been inside this restaurant, just going in for a drink and looking at the amazing bar and stucco work. It is worth the price of admission.
Came here for our 2nd marriage anniversary! Such lovely waiting staff and a warm atmosphere. Not to mention how on point the dishes are. Definitely will be coming back for many more celebrations.
Nice atmosphere and staff. Coworkers all enjoyed their food (blackened chicken tacos, burger and salmon). I only the other hand was very underwhelmed by the trout because it was primarily a bowl of rice (see pic). Surprised only half of the trout was served given how small and thin/little flesh was on it. Came with an egg, two small pieces of plantain hidden under the rice (never seen that before despite all my travels & live if Cuban/DR/PR food), and tons of not very flavorful rice.
My Aunt and I had a delicious lunch here. The atmosphere was lovely. The service was great. Super cute restaurant, next to the City Market. I would highly recommend it.
Delicious food, fantastic drinks and great atmosphere. The patio is fantastic for brunch on the weekends or drinks in the evenings. Love their specials and the purple mist drink. One of our favorite date night spots in Kansas City!
Very cool spot in the river market. The restaurant/bar looks like it’s out of history. Our server was terrific and the food was creative and delicious. The chef’s board is worth the price. Full of house made foods and pickles. We also had the ceviche which was full of crab and shrimp. We also had the Nashville hot chicken sliders and they were handmade and spicy with a white bbq sauce. Side of fries was hot and crispy.
Stopped in for a late breakfast after walking around at the River Market and before heading to the Royals game. Nice place with cool and clean atmosphere. Food was good and service wonderful. We all enjoyed our food and experience.
Brown and Loe is special treat to be savored. A beautiful unassuming eatery packed with flavorful dishes and delicious hand crafted drinks (soda fountain!!). We ordered 3 small plates and enjoyed a few specialty cocktails during happy hour. Excellent experience, come as you are and enjoy
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