Best of KC 2023: Vibes on vibes on vibes at Le Lounge

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Le Lounge. // Photo by Zach Bauman

This month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can browse the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some of our current favorite things about Kansas City in 2023. We’ll be publishing these items online throughout November. 


All the cool kids hang out at Le Lounge—it’s one of the Crossroads’ hidden gems, located in the upstairs portion of the boutique hotel, No Vacancy. Le Lounge has indoor and outdoor seating and a rotating bar menu. Rich textures and eclectic art welcome you into the narrow space with booths and bistro tables. DJs, unique food vendors, and expert bartenders pop in for evening service. The offerings vary by week, but in general, the lounge is open Thursday nights from 5-11 p.m. Keep an eye on their Instagram account (@le___lounge) for details. A $5 cover will be added to your tab—a small price to pay for a spot at the most relaxed little hangout. No reservations are required—simply meander in through the alley door and up the wooden staircase.

Photos by Zach Bauman

Le Lounge is located inside No Vacancy at  1717 Wyandotte St., Kansas City, MO 64108.

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