Romantic Restaurants, Getaway Places in Lee's Summit

"Country Club PlazaIf you’ve driven by the Plaza on any somewhat nice day, chances are you’ve driven by a packed happy hour on Gram & Dun’s patio. Make reservations for a later dinner and enjoy warm fire pits, tasty cocktails (we recommend the Smoking Dun or “D” cup) and a few of the Asian Pig Wings.GramAndDun.com"

"Gram and Dun is located on the Plaza, one of KC’s coolest shopping and dining scenes. Craving mac and cheese but want to be an adult?. They’ve got you covered with an incredible burnt ends mac and cheese and to round out your meal, you can opt for the PB&J pie."

"While outside on its popular patio, Gram & Dun keeps diners toasty thanks to open-air fires and heaters. Meanwhile, the interior bar makes everyone feel at ease thanks to brick-lined backdrops and creative libations."

"Located in The Village at Briarcliff, Piropos Restaurant brings the rich culinary culture of Argentina to Kansas City with a menu of traditional Argentinian cuisine. Nestled in the rolling hills above the city with beautiful views of downtown Kansas City, Piropos offers a unique dining experience with spectacular panoramic vistas and a warm, relaxed atmosphere. The menu focuses on Argentinean fare with American Midwestern accents and Spanish, Italian, French influences with dishes of fresh seafood, grilled meats, fresh salads and vegetables, and empanadas."

"Perched on the city’s highest bluff, Piropos (which roughly translates to “a loving compliment") is as well-known for its fabulous view of the Missouri River valley as it is for intriguing cuisine and outstanding service. The table salt and grilling salt are imported from Argentina, as well as the butter and other spices. Menu items will often include “aji molido,” a mild red pepper flake common in South American dishes."

"Located in the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, Café Sebastienne offers a unique dining experience in a beautiful art-adorned space. Seamlessly blending contemporary art and cuisine, Café Sebastienne serves seasonal farm-to-fork cuisine and an eclectic wine selection surrounded by Kansas City’s most impressive modern art collection. Inspired by the spectacular works around him, Executive Chef Rick Mullins creates sublime dishes of New American cuisine from local artisanal ingredients such as Duck Pastrami, Black Pasta with summer succotash, Trout with pinto bean salad, and homemade seasonal soups."

"You can brunch among the art at Café Sebastienne, located inside the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art, on Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 2:30pm. Enjoy dishes prepared by executive chef Rick Mullins, who transforms local ingredients into simple and delicious morning fare. Try the corned Kobe beef hash with poached eggs on new potatoes, topped with Hollandaise and sautéed spinach."

"An innovative restaurant inside the Kemper Museum of Contemporary Art. Country Club Plaza/Brookside/Waldo. 4420 Warwick Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111"

"Farm-to-table fare wins big at The Westside Local, a hip hotspot in the Westside neighborhood. The menu changes with the season, but diners can expect a diverse mix of sandwiches, salads and other items, all using regionally sourced ingredients."

"This restaurant serves creative, farm-to-table eats on their patio when the days are nice. You can expect to see luscious plants, a beer garden and plenty of shade. FYI, this restaurant is only open Thursday through Saturday."

"I stopped at Meshuggah Bagels to grab a few bagels for the road, and then I made the quick 3-hour drive home. I really enjoyed my 48 hours in Kansas City, and I love that it’s so close to St. Louis. I’ll be returning soon to get to know a few more neighborhoods."

"Mud Pie Vegan Bakery & Coffeehouse's two locations on 39th Street and in Overland Park offer lots of options for those looking for coffee, tea and vegan and gluten-free pastries and cookies. With their dining rooms now closed, owners Ashley and Michael Valverde are offering carryout and curbside service from 8am to 3pm in Overland Park and 8am to 2pm on 39th Street. The online menu features a creative array of coffee and tea drinks to-go in addition to vegan treats like cookies, muffins, scones, kolache, donuts, bagels, peanut butter krispie squares, salted caramel bars and moist berry-filled crumb cakes."

"This cozy vegan cafe offers a wide variety of both sweet and savory snacks including a piping hot cup of coffee. The home-style bakery has customers coming back to the popular 39th street on a daily basis. 1615 W 39th St, Kansas City, MO 64111 | website"

"39th St. in Volker, the vegan spot, which offers coffee, desserts and more, is the highest rated bakery in Kansas City, boasting 4.5 stars out of 295 reviews on Yelp."

"The Museum of Illusions is an interactive museum that’s dedicated to making the world a better place through creative learning. The Museum of Illusions is a place where people can share positive experiences. It’s the only museum in the world dedicated to making the world a better place through creative learning."

"Popular as a year-round destination, the arboretum offers a wide variety of educational, recreational and cultural experiences, as well as seasonal programs. About 85 percent of the 300-acre property is dedicated to the preservation of natural ecosystems. The rest includes an educational center and 45 acres of botanical gardens."

"Strolling around a shaded path or exploring gorgeous gardens, this Overland Park gem was a hit with my family. My son enjoyed the Railroad Garden while my daughter had fun posing with every statue she encountered. There’s a picturesque spot inspired by Monet’s paintings of waterlilies on ponds."

"Made to look like the original setting of Monet’s famous Lily Pad painting, the striking green bridge, breathtaking flowers and pond will never go out of style."

"The trail that winds its way through Little Valley Blue Park is as peaceful as they come. This is a great place if you're looking to beat the crowds and enjoy a nice walk amongst gorgeous landscapes in an atmosphere of solitude, and there are nice amenities like small bridges that add variety to your stroll."