Best of KC 2026: A Healing at Harry’s Bar & Tables

Photo by Kylie Volavongsa

Earlier this month, we published The Pitch’s annual Best of Kansas City issue. You can take a peek at the results of the readers’ poll here. The issue also included a list, compiled and written by our editorial staff, of some local people, places, and things that we think make 2026 KC life feel like a winner. We’ll be publishing these online throughout June and July.

We were told to gatekeep this, but why conceal a wonderful thing? Harry’s Bar and Tables in little ol’ Westport has great Guinness pours and warm bowls of gumbo with a kick—with black pepper cracked over the bowl, Olive Garden style. It’s best served at the end of a night out.

Skip Taco Bell Cantina, and opt for one of the local service industry’s favorite spots.