Mike's Tavern

A favorite with the UM-KC student body, this collegiate joint has the look and charm of a time-seasoned neighborhood hangout, which is pretty much what it is. Mike's virtues include big-screen TVs, a jukebox armed with classic tunes, steel darts, skee ball, classic video games, golf, bowling, shuffleboard and of course, some of the coldest beer around. Live music is frequent, and bands usually cater to the younger crowd. Adding to the experience, Mike's features terrific bar food, including grilled hamburgers, "real" hot wings, and brilliant fries.