Best restaurants and bars near Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City
On-site options at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City cover most needs: LandShark Bar & Grill serves breakfast, lunch and dinner with pool views, while Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions offers mornings and grab-and-go items. For drinks by the pool or in the lobby, try 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill (seasonal pool deck) or the LandShark Lobby Bar.
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LandShark Bar & Grill — the hotel’s main restaurant
LandShark Bar & Grill is the two-story, full-service American tavern restaurant at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with pool views. The menu blends Kansas City barbecue, Tex-Mex, seafood, burgers and fish tacos with an island-inspired twist.
It offers indoor and outdoor seating and live-music programming at times. Reservations can be made (OpenTable is listed as an option) and the venue handles both casual meals and larger events for hotel guests and visitors.
- Typical hours listed: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Sunday–Thursday; 7:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m. Friday–Saturday (hours may vary).
- Serves: Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner.
- Reservations available; hotel notes it can seat up to 300 guests.
| What | Details |
|---|---|
| Cuisine | American tavern with island-inspired dishes |
| Service | Indoor/outdoor dining; reservations accepted |
| Guests | Open to hotel guests and the public |
Coffee, quick bites and grab-and-go: Joe Merchant's
Joe Merchant's Coffee & Provisions is the lobby café and grab-and-go market for coffee, espresso drinks, pastries, sandwiches and gelato. It’s aimed at early risers and guests looking for a quick breakfast or snack without going off property.
Hours are listed as morning through evening and vary by day; check the hotel front desk or signage for exact times during your stay.
- Listed hours: Sunday–Thursday 6:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Friday–Saturday 6:00 a.m.–9:00 p.m.
- Good option before heading to the outdoor or indoor pools or for quick provisions when staying in a room like Suite, Balcony or Standard Room.
- Offers coffee and small food items — not a full-service restaurant.
| Item | Typical offering |
|---|---|
| Coffee & espresso | Drip coffee, espresso drinks |
| Food | Pastries, sandwiches, gelato |
| Convenience | Grab-and-go provisions |
Poolside drinks and casual bites
5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill is the seasonal pool-deck bar and grille that serves frozen drinks, beer, cocktails and shareable light bites. It’s open to hotel guests and those with pool passes or cabana rentals while the outdoor pool is operating.
The LandShark Lobby Bar sits just off the lobby and provides a quieter spot for margaritas and evening drinks if you prefer staying inside.
- 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill: seasonal, open-air on the pool deck; hours vary by season—ask concierge.
- LandShark Lobby Bar: casual lobby bar for evening drinks; hours vary—ask concierge.
- Pool-day-pass and cabana guests may access the pool-deck bar; non-hotel guests sometimes purchase day passes.
| Bar | Best for |
|---|---|
| 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill | Poolside frozen drinks and shared plates (seasonal) |
| LandShark Lobby Bar | Quieter evening drinks near the lobby |
Nearby dining: Village West and Legends Outlets
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City sits in the Village West entertainment district. Legends Outlets and other Village West restaurants are a short drive away and provide many additional dining choices beyond the hotel’s venues.
If you want more variety (different cuisines, chain restaurants or outlet-centerside dining), head to Legends Outlets or the surrounding Village West area. The hotel is positioned to be convenient for visitors attending events at Kansas Speedway or Children’s Mercy Park.
- Legends Outlets Kansas City is a short drive and has numerous restaurants and casual dining options.
- Kansas Speedway and Children’s Mercy Park are nearby, so expect additional food vendors and restaurants open for event days.
- If you prefer to stay on property, LandShark and the pool bars cover most meal and drink needs.
| Nearby spot | Why go |
|---|---|
| Legends Outlets | More restaurant variety and shopping |
| Village West district | Restaurants serving event crowds (race days, soccer) |
| Hollywood Casino area | Additional dining and late-night options |
Dining with kids or larger groups
Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City is family-friendly and its restaurants welcome children of all ages. LandShark Bar & Grill offers a broad menu that suits families, and the pool deck provides casual shareable items for groups using cabanas or pool passes.
If you’re staying in family-oriented rooms (for example Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony or Suite, with Sofa bed, Patio), consider booking a table at LandShark for a sit-down meal or ordering grab-and-go items from Joe Merchant's for poolside snacks.
- LandShark accepts reservations; larger parties may be handled via the hotel’s restaurant booking channels.
- Poolside cabanas accommodate groups (cabana rentals include cooler, seating, and some service extras per hotel materials).
- Children are welcome throughout hotel dining venues; check menu items for kids at LandShark.
| Accommodation | Why it helps |
|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite, Multiple Beds, Balcony | Extra sleeping space for families |
| Suite, with Sofa bed, Patio | Sofa bed and patio for easy pool access |
| Premium Room, Patio | Private patio useful for quick snacks |
Practical tips: reservations, hours and accessibility
LandShark Bar & Grill is the hotel’s main dining outlet and can be busy; reservations are available and OpenTable is listed as a booking option. During busy evenings guests have reported reservation limits during peak times.
Joe Merchant's has early hours for coffee. The 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill is seasonal and operates while the outdoor pool is open—ask the front desk or concierge for exact seasonal hours and entertainment schedules.
- Ask the front desk about real-time hours and live-music schedules before heading to a venue.
- LandShark serves breakfast a la carte—breakfast is not included with standard room rates.
- For accessibility needs, contact the hotel; the property lists accessible features and accessible public washrooms.
| Question | What to do |
|---|---|
| Are breakfast and meals included? | No — breakfast at LandShark is charged a la carte |
| How to confirm bar/pool hours? | Check with the front desk or concierge |
| Need accessible seating? | Contact hotel staff for assistance and seating options |
