Kansas City Public Library: Central Library is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

1. Kansas City Public Library: Central Library

8.3
14 W 10th St (at Baltimore Ave), Kansas City, MO
Library · 16 tips and reviews

Kaite S.Kaite Stover: Check out the life-size chess set on the rooftop & the two art galleries.

KatrinaKatrina: It's perfect weather for chillaxing on the rooftop terrace! Bring a friend and play with the ginormous chess set. Love the waving prairie grass!

Bridget M.Bridget Moss: Free wi-fi. Another building saved and brought into the 21st century. Fabulous programs and exhibits. If it's nice check out the rooftop garden and chess board.

Aladdin Cafe is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

2. Aladdin Cafe

8.4
3903 Wyoming St (W 39th St), Kansas City, MO
Mediterranean Restaurant · Volker · 37 tips and reviews

Erin G.Erin Guthrie: The best Greek salad dressing I've ever had, hands down. Super fresh, lots of herbs. The boyfriend and I saved our salad plate and used our pita bread to sop up the last bits of dressing.

Jessica B.Jessica Best: Oh my... The Cinnamon Ginger Hot Tea is my new favorite fall drink. Hands down. No need to add sugar, comes sweetened!

nicholas a.nicholas ah-loe: WHY IS THIS GIRL SO GOD DAMNED ATTRACTIVE?!

Kansas City Zoo is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

3. Kansas City Zoo

9.1
6800 Zoo Dr, Kansas City, MO
Zoo · Swope Park - Kansas City Zoo · 84 tips and reviews

Charity C.Charity Cunningham: Love the new exhibits! Definitely recommend the sky tram over Africa.

Richard A.Richard Allen: If no one is looking, you can probably make off with a meerkat in your shorts.

Jessica L.Jessica Loughran: The new polar bear puts on quite a show!

Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffeehouse is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

4. Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffeehouse

8.6
1615 W 39th St (btwn Wyoming & Genessee St), Kansas City, MO
Bakery · 58 tips and reviews

Devyn L.Devyn Lundy: One of the best Chai lattes in KC! Their pb&j cupcake is to die for :)

Anna Marie M.Anna Marie Muñoz: Peanut butter rice krispy treat = to die for !!!

Local Ruckus KCLocal Ruckus KC: For busy parents who are multi-tasking, go upstairs and your child will be happy with beanbags, stuffed animals, books and a chalkboard while you get your work done, coffee in hand.

Starbucks is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

5. Starbucks

8.6
6234 W Barry Rd (at N Ambassador Dr), Kansas City, MO
Coffee Shop · 31 tips and reviews

Amy N.Amy Norris: Super friendly baristas. Try a java chip frappechino.

David C.David Codding: Great Staff that make you feel like home...

Nancy H.Nancy Huber: Not the nicest Starbucks..dirty and expensive

Westport Flea Market Bar & Grill is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

6. Westport Flea Market Bar & Grill

7.7
817 Westport Rd (at Roanoke Rd.), Kansas City, MO
Burger Joint · 83 tips and reviews

Tori S.Tori Sodek: Awesome burgers! Casual atmosphere. Delish!

RazkulRazkul: Best company vehicle in town!

lauren w.lauren wells: Top 3 burgers in KC. How can you go wrong with a condiment bar?? Trivia on Wednesday and Thursday nights. Restaurant is cash only.

Cellar & Loft is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

7. Cellar & Loft

525 Walnut St (btwn E 5th St & Missouri Ave), Kansas City, MO
Wine Store · 16 tips and reviews

Kimberly D.Kimberly Duncan: They have a cute, cozy open outdoor space off of the wine room downstairs that you can eat in by special request!

The P.The Pitch: One of my favorite new places.

Eddie K.Eddie Kennison: We opened this store for you to come in and enjoy great wine with old friends and have an opportunity to meet new ones. We are located at 525 Walnut St. Kansas City, MO 64106Cellar And Loft "Indulge"

Panera Bread is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

8. Panera Bread

8.3
311 NE Englewood Rd, Kansas City, MO
Bakery · 22 tips and reviews

Brandie M.Brandie Messer: Turkey panini with spinach. Just about all the bagels, the highlights being Asiago cheese and French toast bagels. To die for. And all of their in house coffee is great!

A M.A M: French onion soup, macaroni and cheese and tuna salad sandwiches!

ShawnieShawnie: They should be more friendly to guests. It was my first time and they apparently assumed that I knew the routine.

The Blue Line is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

9. The Blue Line

8.0
529 Walnut St (at E Missouri Ave), Kansas City, MO
Sports Bar · River Market · 47 tips and reviews

Juneall L.Juneall Lane: The pizza is AMAZING! So many wine and beer choices. Great atmosphere. Awesome staff. My new favorite spot in downtown kc.

Bryant S.Bryant Scott: They even let me watch soccer. :)

IsaacIsaac: One of the best HH's in the RM...daily 3-7. $1.50 Tacos, $2 Domestic Draws, $2 Wells, $2 Tall Cans, $6 Boneless Wings, $6 Cheese Curds, $6 Quesadillas & $6 Nachos.

Starbucks is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

10. Starbucks

7.5
302 Nichols Rd, Kansas City, MO
Coffee Shop · 69 tips and reviews

Heidi C.Heidi Coughlin: Best service ever! Mike is amazing always makes my day! On top of all the other staff! Amazing! Only place I will get coffee

Nick D.Nick Dilbeck: Went here about a week ago and had the best service I've had compared to anywhere else. Always glad that Brad (cashier) takes care of me!

Halls KansasCityHalls KansasCity: Hi there! You're right across the street from Halls. Grab a coffee and come see us! (Peppermint mocha is our favorite, by the way.) Read more.

Prospero's Books is one of The 11 Best Places for Chess in Kansas City.

11. Prospero's Books

7.9
1800 W 39th St (at Bell St), Kansas City, MO
Bookstore · 12 tips and reviews

Devin C.Devin C.: An amazing bookstore on the corner find w/ cool locals that bring in fine liquor & beer to try. Get lost in a good book & drink.

Chris T.Chris Trew: None of these books work in my DVD player

Kaite S.Kaite Stover: Great staff & eclectic selection. Get ready for a second story of bookstore