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Travel Destination Reviews from food to adventure!
My name is Jeffrey, and my wife Becca and I LOVE to travel. Who doesn't, right? Our travels can range from hiking in the mountains, sampling local dishes at a wide variety of restaurants, or digging into the best activities a destination has to offer. Come along with us on our adventures to find a review of the destination and we'll also include a breakdown of the cost of the trip to help you with your own trip planning!
From budget travel to vacations that might cause damage to the wallet, we hope to show you places in this beautiful world with all their unique charms and inspire others for their vacation activities. Destination Debrief has the reviews and receipts to help with your next travel idea, so come along for the ride!
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My name is Jeffrey, and my wife Becca and I LOVE to travel. Who doesn't, right? Our travels can range from hiking in the mountains, sampling local dishes at a wide variety of restaurants, or digging into the best activities a destination has to offer. Come along with us on our adventures to find a review of the destination and we'll also include a breakdown of the cost of the trip to help you with your own trip planning!
From budget travel to vacations that might cause damage to the wallet, we hope to show you places in this beautiful world with all their unique charms and inspire others for their vacation activities. Destination Debrief has the reviews and receipts to help with your next travel idea, so come along for the ride!
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Tours at this Distillery are Next Level | Cocktails the Kansas City Way
In 2017, USA Today names Tom’s Town the Best Craft Vodka Distillery in the US. In 2024, I attended the Pendergast Cocktail College and joined the distillery's bottling crew for unique experiences that go above and beyond the standard distillery tour.
From toms-town.com/our-story
We named Tom’s Town Distilling Co. after the country’s most corrupt political boss, Tom Pendergast. Pendergast started as a saloon keeper and the founder of a wholesale liquor company.
Under Tom, Kansas City ignored Prohibition and emerged as the “Paris of the Plains.” Money, jazz, and spirits flowed in the open. When asked how he justified ignoring Prohibition, Pendergast quipped, “The people are thirsty.”
Today the people are still thirsty. Tom’s Town satisfies that thirst by producing premium craft spirits. You can taste our high standards and attention to detail in every sip of the gin, vodka, and bourbon we make.
To learn more about the Distillery Experiences at Tom’s Town: toms-town.com/book-a-tour
Products from Tom’s Town: toms-town.com/spirits
Thirsty’s Canned Cocktails
Truman Special Reserve Bourbon
Pendergast’s Royal Gold Bourbon
Tom’s Town Double Naked Bourbon
Tom’s Town Botanical Gin
Tom’s Town Barreled Gin
Tom’s Town Double Grain Vodka
The Pendergast Machine Series
I’m Jeffrey, and with my wife Becca, we love to travel and find the best spots to eat, local attractions, and hidden gems that a travel destination has to offer. Follow along in our adventures where we’ll provide the cost of everything we do and our reviews on if the restaurant or attraction is worth it.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Tom Pendergast
01:38 Cocktail Class
04:22 Bottling Crew
05:16 Bloopers
🎵 Music
Elvin Vanguard - Elephant Bazaar
Elvin Vanguard - Call and Respond
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From toms-town.com/our-story
We named Tom’s Town Distilling Co. after the country’s most corrupt political boss, Tom Pendergast. Pendergast started as a saloon keeper and the founder of a wholesale liquor company.
Under Tom, Kansas City ignored Prohibition and emerged as the “Paris of the Plains.” Money, jazz, and spirits flowed in the open. When asked how he justified ignoring Prohibition, Pendergast quipped, “The people are thirsty.”
Today the people are still thirsty. Tom’s Town satisfies that thirst by producing premium craft spirits. You can taste our high standards and attention to detail in every sip of the gin, vodka, and bourbon we make.
To learn more about the Distillery Experiences at Tom’s Town: toms-town.com/book-a-tour
Products from Tom’s Town: toms-town.com/spirits
Thirsty’s Canned Cocktails
Truman Special Reserve Bourbon
Pendergast’s Royal Gold Bourbon
Tom’s Town Double Naked Bourbon
Tom’s Town Botanical Gin
Tom’s Town Barreled Gin
Tom’s Town Double Grain Vodka
The Pendergast Machine Series
I’m Jeffrey, and with my wife Becca, we love to travel and find the best spots to eat, local attractions, and hidden gems that a travel destination has to offer. Follow along in our adventures where we’ll provide the cost of everything we do and our reviews on if the restaurant or attraction is worth it.
CHAPTERS
00:00 Tom Pendergast
01:38 Cocktail Class
04:22 Bottling Crew
05:16 Bloopers
🎵 Music
Elvin Vanguard - Elephant Bazaar
Elvin Vanguard - Call and Respond
➢ Epidemic Sound → use link for FREE 7 day trial share.epidemicsound.com/vaf1oo
💳 Apply for an American Platinum Card with my link and we both get rewarded if you're approved! americanexpress.com/en-us/referral/delta-skymiles-platinum-american-express-card?ref=JEFFRM5lBy&xl=cp01
TAGS: Kansas city travel guide, kc guide, things to do in kc, things to do in kc at night, kansas city, things to do in Kansas city, exploring kc, Tom’s Town Distilling, J. Rieger, West Bottoms Whiskey, Kansas City liquor, Kansas City Whiskey, Tom Pendergast, Kansas City Chief, TJ Pendergast, Jackson County Democratic Party, Harry S. Truman, senator from Pendergast, wide open town, wide-open town, KC speakeasy, Kansas City speakeasy, brewery Kansas City, distillery Kansas City, best whiskey, best vodka, best gin
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Look…. I’ll put Hi Pointe drive in in STL over any burger KC has. Second, salt + smoke in STL is better than any Joe Bryant Qgates😂
It sounds like you’re suggesting a best burger showdown between KC and STL 🍔🆚🍔. That could be fun 🤔
No Pizza Shoppe?
There was a time I would have included Pizza Shoppe, but the last few times I’ve been haven’t lived up to how great I thought they were a decade ago.
@@destinationdebrief I think the ingredients aren't what they used to be all across the board these days. It makes it tough to be consistent. Your at the mercy of your suppliers.
@@allenlocke1935 You have a point.
If you want BBQ then you go to BBQ joint. The best burgers in KC are Five Guys. Fast food isnt better. Sit down places dont have a better burger and fries.
I also enjoy Five Guys, but I try to focus on locally-owned spots. Since Five Guys is a National chain restaurant, they don’t fit the criteria.
Fluffy fresh on Johnson drive
Right down the street from Lamar’s too, treat your team at the office
Half the price too
Thanks for the recommendation!
For a good New York slice, I suggest Original Pizza at Antioch and College Blvd (also in Oak Park Mall food court). For a Midwestern thin crust, I highly recommend Tim's Pizza in Independence (cash only).
Good looking out with the cash-only information. I got burned with that at Westport Flea Market. Thanks for the recommendations!
Grandstand Burger in Merriam is my favorite local spot and it's fairly close to me, but I've also heard Big Burger on Vivion Rd in KC, MO is very good.
I tried to get Grandstand before and it was too busy at the time. My mistake for going right around lunch. I plan to try again though.
Need to give Jim's Platinum Burgers a try, its a hidden gem.
I’ll look into that. Thanks for the recommendation!
I use to go there all the time when I was growing up. So good. Highly underrated.
I’ve definitely become a fan.
I looooooove max’s! Every time I walk in. How you doing buddy.
I definitely enjoyed it.
Dude I personally agree with you. I went there twice. The greasiest burger I have ever had. I was told and they proclaimed burgers are fresh, bull. I watched the cooks pull frozen patties out of a box. Which is no different than any other restaurant. They suck.
Where did you see the box of frozen burgers?
@@destinationdebrief they were taking the burgers out of it. The box was being held in asthma and leaning on grill at the same time.
Arms not asthma
@@billcox9305 Sorry, I read your first post wrong. You mean at Westport Flea Market, right?
Chef J is my new go to - it's so good. Their sausage is amazing and their ribs are also delightful. A friend loves Bates BBQ's ribs so they're on my list too. My husband likes Wolfpack too.
I have a video coming out soon with Chef J, but I haven’t had Bates or Wolfpack yet.
Grandstand Burgers in Merrium
Definitely on my list to check out.
You should check out the Holladay Distillery if you're doing distillery tours next
Thanks for the recommendation!
Hana's is the best
I’ve been meaning to make it there.
Love all the burger places you been to here. But for me, the GOAT will always be Hayes Hamburger and Chili on Vivion Rd
I’ll have to check that out. Thanks!
Johnny Jo's #1
Thanks for the recommendation.
Disco burger
Thanks for the recommendation!
You went to these places and got sandwiches instead of bbq meats, I can’t say I agree with your approach. Also, all the locals here, that eat bbq consistently, don’t eat at q39.
I won’t say Q39 is my first choice because it isn’t, but I’ll have to disagree with your “all the locals here” statement since I am local and know many other locals that eat there. Regardless, what are your favorite spots?
Agreed. There are too many distractions in a BBQ sandwich to judge the product. I mean… an Egg?! Come on. Keep it simple ribs, brisket, sausage.
So I just found this review. Try Italian Delight in KCK and Nicks Pizza in KCK. Both NY Style. Both very yummy!
I used to go to the Italian Delight that was in Mission, but have never been to the KCK location. Haven’t had Nicks either. Thanks for the recommendations!
Lived in KC back in the early 80s. I recall Wyandotte bbq in KCK and Sammy’s on Troost Ave having really good barbecue. They were totally old school joints. Not sure if they are still around, but it would be great if they are.
Wyandotte BBQ is, but I’m not sure about Sammy’s.
Ray’s Donuts , Vivian and N Oak Trafficway in North Kansas City/Gladstone area, love the donuts and their apple fritters are HUGE!
How much Apple is in them? I love apple fritters but most places have VERY little of the actual fruit inside them.
Atomic cowboy has a great cheesy burger.
I’ve heard good things about Atomic Cowboy.
As an Italian from Kansas City I will never go to Pizza Tascio. The owner isn’t Italian and his logo and business name is a borderline racist portrayal of Italians. Do your research. It’s like the Cleveland Indians logo for Italians. Screw that place and that guy. I hope no one goes there.
i aggree with others lcs down off Eastwood and bbs lawnside are my two go to places. dont confuse lcs bbq with the lcs that are in the gas stations not the same there is only one lcs bbq
Good to know.
Anyplace with Meat Mitch is win.
I definitely enjoyed it.
Caddyshack KC great crispy thin crust
Thanks for the recommendation!
Arthur Bryant's has gone downhill. Joe's has the best ribs in my opinion!
Joe’s does many things very well.
That's a spiffy KCDC 2023 Shirt you got there. Tay's owns it, get a Double and a Dog with those badass fries.
It’s a lovely color lol.
The snack shack in Merriam Ks off Johnson Drive is the best burger i have ever had. Tays off Armour road in North Kansas city ia a close second
You might like a recent video I did that battles those exact two places against each other.
Westport flea market and Fritz are to be avoided by any means necessary. I’d rather eat at McDonald’s than buy food for them.
Couple more recommendations: Paul's Drive In in south KC Humdinger's on 9th and Prospect - especially for the onion rings. Winsteads is another KC legacy that's still holding their own. Grandstand Burgers in Merriam
Thanks for the recommendations! I actually tried to get Grandstand last week and the minimal parking was packed. I’ll try again soon.
Winsteads will always be near and dear to my heart. Plus, you can get a banana split there too, so what's not to love?
Minskys is the best pizza in KC and it's not very close.
I do enjoy Minsky’s.
@@destinationdebrief I love Mynsky's Have You ever had Pizza Shoppe? Try the "Butcher Block" pizza
People always talk about Joe's, Jack stack, Bryant's, and Gates...but Slaps is the best
Slap’s is definitely making a name for themselves.
@@micahtrayford762 you must be an old person with no taste buds. They have no seasoning on their food.
I would also say New Orleans' Bourbon Street can be a pretty lawless and dangerous place to be in general. It is extremely easy to get scammed or stumble into some very sketchy areas that surround the French Quarter. You can still enjoy your visit if you are privy to how people are scammed, but for the unassuming tourist it would be easy to be swindled out of a lot of cash, or make a bad drunk decisions late at night. Theres a lot of gang violence in neighborhoods very close to the touristy spots.
You left out snack shack on Santa Fe, which is the best burger in KC
I visit the Snack Shack in one of my other videos and face it off against Tay’s Burger Shack.
I've worked across the street from P. S. for 11 years now and had no idea it was there. Thanks for the video. I'll definitely check it out soon.
Let us know what you think after you go!
Does independence still have a Texas Tom’s….
Yes. It had a fire early summer 2024, but they redid everything inside and now they're back at it.
There's better BBQ than Joe's. Go to Slaps and Pigwich. You won't need to get a bank loan like you do to eat at Jack Stack. Jack Stack is sure proud of their BBQ and it shows in the prices. Weekend brunch at Bob's BBQ Shack in Merriam just off Johnson Drive is really good too.
I have another video with Slap’s too, but I’ve not been to Pigwich yet. It’s been on my to-do list for a while though. I’ll hopefully get there eventually.
I'm a fan of Donut King. I like Lamar's too, but Donut King is about $12/doz less expensive and just as good if not better.
I really enjoyed Donut King.
Ummm, Max’s is ok. The best burger in KC is at Kittys Cafe. Hands down. And the tenderloin is the bomb too.
Tay’s is 🔥……. oh so good!
Especially with that spicy mayo.
Disappointed to see that The Pendergast Club wasn't on this list, but being that you have to be a member/be with a member it is harder to get into.
Not sure I’d classify that as a Speakeasy, but yeah…little more involved to get in there.
Grimaldi pizza
Thanks for the recommendation!
Tim’s Pizza is old school great pizza from the 80’s.
The 80’s have the best movies too!
Cadyshack meat lovers with provel cheese is epic.
Sounds intriguing.
I work and eat all over the city daily, and have been to many places. I am always on a mission to find the best Donuts, Breakfast, Taco's, (Mexican Restaurants) Burgers, Pizza in every area. I tried all the ones you mentioned, except Duck Donuts. They look good. Gonna have to swing by there. But there are 3 places that you need to try if you want to compare the best. Hanna's Donuts near 635 and Shawnee Drive in KS, Ridgewood Donuts on Blue Ridge Blvd near I-70 in Independence, MO. Yummy's Donut Palace on 291 North of I-70 also in Independence. Also, I have to mention Doughboys at 63rd street and Woodson rd. in Raytown.
Hannah’s is definitely on my list to go try when I have the chance. I almost went to Doughboys for this video, but didn’t want the video to be too long. Ridgewood and Yummy’s have been suggested to me a few times now, so I should probably look into those. Thanks!
Paul's in the Ruskin area double cheeseburger or the Big Boy are off the hook. This place has been cooking burgers for at least 60 years. I think they just won the best burger in KC also; I would like to see you do a showdown for the best Italian steak in KC which I think is Paul's also. give everyone a shot then go to Paul's.
Interesting to hear Paul's is still around. I went to Ruskin HS in the early '70's and Paul's was one of our hang outs with our hot rod cars. Their food was good back then. Its been 52 years since I had a Paul's burger! Next time I'm in KC I'll check in on Paul's.
I might have to look into that idea. Thanks for the recommendation!
You’ll have to let us know if it’s as good as you remember!
Have you tried Tays burger shack
Sure have. I’ve even got a video on it that you might enjoy!
Milwaukee Deli downtown KC.
Thanks for the recommendation!