The Ship

Category: Bar & grill in Kansas City, Missouri

Address: 1221 Union Ave, Kansas City, MO 64101, USA

Phone: +18164717447

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 11AM–11PM

Wednesday: 11AM–11PM

Thursday: 11AM–1AM

Friday: 11AM–1AM

Saturday: 11AM–1AM

Reviews

Melinda Honeychild

May 28, 2022

I really like this place. Especially when it isn't super packed and you have room to move. Great drinks, love sitting at the bar. Bartenders are cool. Awesome atmosphere. Good menu with tasty food. Just a fun place to be with friends. I like going in the back entrance, even though that parking lot can be pretty treacherous.

V S

May 17, 2022

This place has it all. True Kansas City vibe. Run and supported by local artists. Connections, support, & respect with local jazz district and underground music and creative community. I've also seen a variety of bands mixed with cultural/worldly, local/non-local, and KC specialty talent. The music vibe is always super awesome and full of feel-good energy. There is a great dancing space in expanded area on busy nights, both small stage and large stage areas for those touring music curiousities. I've spent many late nights, Mardi Gras celebrations, lunch gatherings, and celebrations here. The staff is friendly but ain'tno fools (arrive respectfully). People are usually smiling, vibing, and comfortable within this inclusive venue. It's the full package for entertainment and food. You can dress casual or dress up. They are all there. Saints always welcome.

Trevor McDowell

Jan 18, 2022

We normally love this place so I will give 4 stars, the Restaurant week was a huge bummer. We are lunch regulars and love the Shrimp Po Boy. It was not offered, we were never offered a drink other than water, and the place was very cold. We were also told there was not even firecracker sauce to offer us but when I asked another lady for a dipping sauce she listed firecracker sauce and we got it at the table. We will be back but $20 for a sandwich, fries and a cookie (that we didn't want) with a water is far from a good deal, especially for lunch. Wish the regular menu was offered. I wouldn't that suggest people avoid the place, it is good food, just avoid restaurant week, rip off. Edit: not sure how else you want me to elaborate. I wish you left the normal menu for regular customers. Your restaurant week lunch menu was a huge rip off. I think it cost more than it would have on a regular day. I was polite and left the 4 stars because of last experiences, this experience was a 1 star experience and had it been my first time I certainly never would return. $20 for a thin chicken sandwich and fries with a cookie. Ridiculous!

Miss Miranda

Dec 15, 2021

The ship always has good food & tasty drinks! Couldn’t tell u the name of the drinks except….they are tasty! Two diff experiences from sitting at the table & the serve there vs the bar. Either way, your needs are provided! Haven’t ever been there late enough to hear a band so can’t comment on the entertainment. Cool ambience tho and any time I’m in the bottoms, I will at least stop for a cocktail! Plenty of room for social distance.

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Questions & Answers

What are the Covid safety practices like here?

People are asking | Mar 25, 2021
Bob Asher | Mar 26, 2021

Inside dining is limited to table groups no larger than six people, spaced 8'-10' apart. We maintain a 25% occupancy limit. No bar seating, no live music, no standing or wandering around. Per KCMO requirements, masks are required at all times unless actively eating or drinking. We close at 10:00pm. Our highest priority is to protect the safety of our staff and our guests. If we can all look out for each other and hold this course for another few months, we'll get back to the party Ship y'all know and love. Stay safe, be careful, love your neighbor.

Is there a dart board?

Dean | Jul 23, 2020
The Ship (Owner) | Jul 24, 2020

No darts aboard The Ship. But if you’re looking for the best dart bar in KC, check out Chez Charlie at 3809 Broadway in midtown.

Are kids allowed? Fifteen year old grandson.

Ronald “Ronrico” Bonilla | Jul 23, 2020
erin epperson | Jul 24, 2020

Kids are allowed until "nightclub" hours, as stated above. I've seen many families with young & older children there eating lunch and dinner.

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What is in the coffee freeze drink?

Vicki Witt | Jul 24, 2019
Jim Miller | Jul 25, 2019

Never had it, sorry!

Is there a cover charge to listen to the band?

Daniel Gassman | Jul 24, 2019
David Alford | Jul 25, 2019

Yes. Helps support local musicians.

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Does the ship have any honey based wine?

kathy hardinger | Jul 24, 2018
Greg Ronnebaum | Jul 25, 2018

Don't think so

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Do I need a reservation for party of 6 on a Saturday night?

Monica Swearingen | Jul 24, 2018
alan Spencer | Jul 25, 2018

If they take them i would.do one. Place was packed last Saturday.

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How is the service at this place? How is the food?

Janiemarie Sport | Jul 24, 2018
Daniel Purdom | Jul 25, 2018

Good food, friendly staff. Cool atmosphere. Don't be in a big rush.

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Do you ever have open mike or karaoke?

Shamara Moore | Jul 24, 2018
Raymond Brown | Jul 25, 2018

No usually live music or dj

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