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Wandering Vine at The Castle, Shawnee, KS

Wandering Vine at The Castle

4.9
4.9
680 Reviews
$31 to $50
American
The extraordinary wine and dining experience in the most romantic setting in Kansas City! Voted Best Wine List in Johnson County and Open Table Diner's Choice Award.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (913) 379-1300

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive chef

    Hannah Winnett

  • Neighborhood

    Shawnee

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 680 people are saying

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Best Overall

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Best Food

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Best Ambiance

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Great for fine wines

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    Romantic

  • Kansas City / Kansas

    American

  • Kansas City, KS

    Best Overall

  • Kansas City, KS

    Best Food

  • Kansas City, KS

    Best Service

  • Kansas City, KS

    Best Ambiance

  • Kansas City, KS

    Best Value

  • Kansas City, KS

    Great for brunch

  • Kansas City, KS

    Innovative

  • Kansas City, KS

    Great for fine wines

  • Kansas City, KS

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Kansas City, KS

    Romantic

  • Kansas City, KS

    Good for special occasions

  • Kansas City, KS

    American

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  1. TeresaM

    Kansas City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    One of my favorite places for brunch, just excellent. Beautiful and relaxing, ambient setting allows for conversation and relaxed dining. Simultaneously elegant and comfortable. Highly recommend!
  2. DonnaG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing experience. The interior of the castle is breathtaking. Loved the food. I was particular impressed with the salad. Delicious. Loved the history behind this historical building.
  3. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a wonderful experience at the wandering vine, celebrating a family birthday. They made it so special and the food was so wonderful, every single dish we all tasted and loved. The presentation of the wine slides is also super special and just a neat experience.Such a great treasure and really unique historical location. I highly recommend this for a special occasion or just for a very wonderful dining experience. Support local!
  4. JonA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were a party of three, and in a thoroughly nice time at the wandering Vine Saturday night. It would be hard to find a place in Kansas City metro that was superior to this restaurant. Try it, you’ll love it.
  5. wineme

    Kansas City

    32 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely food, fantastic wine and the staff is always so friendly.
  6. BeckyF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fabulous food and service! Such a beautiful place!
  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wow, I️ keep saying wow wine, wow, food wow, everything was so good! Will be back!
  8. Nancymak

    Kansas City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the lamb and my guest had the glazed pork chop. Both were excellent and cooked just right. My only criticism are the prices, which I feel are very high.
  9. TomT

    Exclusive

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was excellent, great wine choices, and my rack of lamb was superb
  10. CAZG

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the Wondering Vine. The food is always delicious and serve is great. Bloody Mary was best we ever had. Thanks Carla and Dan for a great experience.
  11. JulieD

    Western NC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great find! Atmosphere was fantastic and food was fabulous!! Large portions and great presentation.
  12. OpenTable Diner

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Amazing dinner, our first time here but will definitely be back! They made us feel special
  13. MichaelS

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I had the privilege of working on the castle before Carla and Dan opened. They are wonderful people. Our first visit was very nice . Food was a delight! Very good sevice and the castle is amazing. Looking forward to upcoming events. Thank you Carla and Dan for everything. Staff and so on. Was a very nice experience!
  14. BillieR

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I took my best friend to treat her for her birthday. It was such a delightful, lovely, and exquisite experience. Personably yet private. Everyone should experience at least once. The owner came by as we were close to leaving and ended the evening with such a neat walk through history. It was wondeful.
  15. beachgirl305

    New York Area

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on March 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best food I have had in KC in a long time. The fresh bread service was amazing and the tomato goat cheese soup was life changing! We really enjoyed the atmosphere, the service and the food. Will definitely be a regular. Highly recommend the homemade Pot Pie and Short Rib.
  16. leawoodfoodie

    Kansas City

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on March 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time here & my friend & I felt welcomed from the start. We enjoyed delicious food (Mushroom & Brie Cheese Crostada to start; Castle 12-hour Bolognese for my friend; Chicken Pot Pie for me; & Blood Orange Upside-Down Cake for dessert). It has a sophisticated ambience (with dramatic vaulted ceiling), outstanding service, & wonderful live music to accompany the meal. I will definitely return for outside dining when the weather’s warmer.
  17. OpenTable Diner

    Indiana

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was the perfect choice for a Sunday brunch. This was our first visit but it definitely won’t be our last. The service was excellent, the food was exceptional, and the ambience was lovely.
  18. JonF

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of the most charming places to eat in KC. Everything was great!
  19. ShelleyS

    Kansas City

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Simply amazing! Upon arrival, we were greeted with a “happy anniversary” vase of red roses. Our server was so welcoming and knowledgeable of the extensive wine list. The owner was available and even came out to chat. Absolutely the best bolognese and lamb dishes in town. This was our first visit but will not be our last.

    Wandering Vine at The CastleResponded on March 4, 2023We are so happy that you enjoyed your evening. It is always an honor when guests choose to share their anniversary evening with us. Anniversaries are very special - Carla and I will be celebrating number 44 in May!

  20. KimW

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were seated on the 2nd level and it has a lovely view of the main floor. The food is outstanding many compliments to the Chef.
  21. MarlaS

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had an outstanding meal and the best Bloody Marys of our lives! The service was superior and the setting fantastic. We look forward to dining at the Wandering Vine in the near future.
  22. SPWhit

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is a great spot in Shawnee for a date night or upscale dinner. Always great food and drinks
  23. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 25, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Hidden gem in Shawnee, has quickly become one of our favorites!
  24. KristenM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I went for the first time for our ten year anniversary and we both absolutely loved it. The castle, the ambiance, The food. It was all wonderful.
  25. CaitlinJ

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing overall experience! Met the owner and had a delicious bottle of house made wine. The food was top notch! We will definitely be going back!
  26. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 12, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    We had a lovely time at Wandering Vine! W my sister and I came in for Sunday brunch. They were very accommodating as I brought my one year old in. My sister and I enjoyed mimosas, a shared cinnamon roll and mushroom toast/southwestern style eggs Benedict. We enjoyed the historic building and the helpful staff. It is a family-run business which we loved as we love to support local. We'll be back!
  27. RSwa

    Kansas City

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Went for Valentines Day dinner - ambiance excellent, service excellent, food excellent. We’ll be back!
  28. GoCats

    Kansas City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    Diverse menu, with great food. My wife’s chicken pot pie was the best pot pie we’ve ever had.
  29. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had such a wonderful experience! The food and service was incredible. The owners even greeted us at the table and chatted a bit. The food was so fresh and tasty. We will for sure be back.
  30. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An amazing gem to consider. Great atmosphere, great service and great food with an outstanding wine selection. I highly recommend!
  31. JessicaW

    Denver

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went the wandering vine for a bridal shower and the staff went above and beyond to make everything special. The service was phenomenal and the food was great
  32. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great experience overall, Sophie was great.
  33. LyMc

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was an outstanding meal! Food - excellent! Service - excellent! Ambiance - excellent! So good!!
  34. KimP

    Kansas City

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on February 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Service and food are outsanding, so glad to have this neighborhood gem.
  35. Lance

    Kansas City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Entire dinner experience was fantastic! Service was great. Looking forward to going back for brunch.
  36. ReneeJ

    Kansas City

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on January 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very good. Service was great as well. Wine menu was extensive. Dinner in a castle was perfect for a special ocassion. Loved reading on the back of the menu the history of the castle.
  37. johnr

    Kansas City

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on January 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and great service as usual
  38. CoreenB

    Phoenix

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Mark was our waiter. He was very friendly and knowledgeable about wines and the menu. It was one of our best meals! And loved the ambience of the “ castle”!
  39. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food is beyond excellent. Service and staff are top notch. I will always recommend to everyone.
  40. ValerieH

    Kansas City

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on January 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I brought my daughter to Wandering Vine at the Castle to celebrate her birthday. The food was fantastic, we received excellent customer service, and the owners are so wonderful! They made my daughter’s birthday very special!

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Wandering Vine at The Castle offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (913) 379-1300.

Wandering Vine at The Castle is rated 4.9 stars by 680 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 17 times today
Google Map for Wandering Vine at The Castle

12401 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216-1949

Additional information

  • Neighborhood

    Shawnee

  • Hours of operation

    Wed, Thu 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    American

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Hannah Winnett

  • Additional

    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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