Yelp Elite Events: January & February 2023

Becs
Feb 21, 2023
3 min read

2023 marks my second year of being a Yelp Elite Member!

I could not be happier to have been selected to be a part of this group. Did you know Yelp Elite is in over 50 major cities and doesn't take too incredibly long to get in?? Free items, events, tours, drinks, and beverages in my home of Kansas City....does it get any better?? Start reviewing today places in your town today! In a few short months, maybe YOU could be getting to check out new locations for free in your city!

Kansas City 2023 Restaurant Week VIP Kick-Off Event

What a phenomenal experience hosted at J Reiger Distillery/The Monogram Lounge! There were several tasty items to enjoy and try at this event. I was already excited for KC Restaurant Week to start, but now I am extremely pumped! My favorite was the Cuban Pulled Pork tacos from Mesob. The Shrimp & Grits from The Monogram Lounge was also a fan favorite. The most interesting item was the Khanom Chan - the surprisingly tasty floral dessert from Bamboo Penny's!

The Yelp bag came with a lot of goodies! I'm looking forward to taking a friend on the J Reiger Distillery tour! The bag will also come in handy for shopping.

Screenland Armour & Rewind Video

Located: North Kansas City

Yelp Elite Perks: Free Drink at Rewind Video & a Free Movie and Popcorn at Screenland Armour

We started our Yelp event at Rewind Video & Dive Bar which is located in a lower level/basement behind Screenland Armour Theatre. This neon lit bar has games to keep your whole crew occupied such as Nintendos & older board games! Along with a vintage tv playing classic 90s films, there is also a whole room of VHS tapes to look though. The menu is on the front & back of a video tape case...how unique is that! I enjoyed their special drink of the night for my free drink. The ginger in the drink was fantastic!

After Rewind Video & Dive, we went upstairs to Screenland Armour & watched a free movie while enjoying free popcorn in a Yelp branded popcorn bag. I enjoyed watching Scott Pilgrim vs The World. I also ordered the Loaded Nachos which had cheese, BBQ sauce, pulled pork, & pineapples. This movie theatre even has a bar where you can order adult beverages.

Such a fun night. Thank you Yelp, Screenland Armour, and Rewind Video & Dive Bar.

The Pantry KC

Located: 7769 Quivira Rd, Lenexa, KS 66216

Yelp Elite Perk: 1 Free Cheesecake of Your Choice & a Yelp Elite Swag Bag

The Pantry in KC is my new favorite bakery to visit on the weekend. Although The Pantry is known for its' delicious cheesecake, there are several amazing baked goods and pastries you can leave with. I left with the Lemon Bar Cheesecake but almost went with the Key Lime Pie Cheesecake...YUM! I even left with a giant chocolate chunk cookie.

Need some cookies, cupcakes, or cinnamon rolls for any upcoming events? Order here! The cinnamon rolls are massive!

Did you know the menu is always different on the weekends? Whatever is baked depends on who is in the kitchen that weekend! Stop on by and be happily surprised.

Link to The Pantry Website

Roots KC

Located: 818 W 17 St, Kansas City, MO 64108

Yelp Elite Perk: Free Yelp Swag Bag and a free Ponytail Palm plant.

Perfect way to spend an afternoon? Exploring at a local plant shop. Roots KC has unique, tropical plants with several fun pots to personally plant them in. We were able to leave with one Ponytail Palm and I cannot wait to watch the little plant grow! I also left with another plant to add some green to my house.

There are cute plant hoodies, hats for your plants, jewelry made with plants, stunning fake bouquets, & stickers! If you need any hanging plants, cacti, or plants for your home...Roots KC is the place to visit!

Link to Roots KC Website

Bimibop

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to make it to the Bimibop Yelp Elite event, however, I still want to give this business a shoutout! This Asian Fusion eatery has great reviews and the food looks incredible. I definitely have this spot on my KC bucket list!