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Chocolates, Then Records on McGee Street

Pick out a small box of chocolates at Christopher Elbow, then flip through a 6,500 square foot record shop with listening stations next door.

About $16–$76 for two1 hr 1 minEstimated fit
Plan this date
Map of the stops for Chocolates, Then Records on McGee StreetA map of a few blocks, not to scale, north at the top, with straight lines between stops. Stop 1, Christopher Elbow Chocolates, the start. Stop 2, Josey Records, under 0.1 miles from stop 1, 1 min walk. The route is under 0.1 miles end to end. Neighborhoods shown: Crossroads. Landmarks shown: Union Station.CROSSROADSGRAND BLVD18TH STMCGEE STGILLHAM RDSW BLVDUNION STATIONSTART Christopher Elbow…Josey Records12N0.1 miChocolates, Then Records on McGee StreetFoodShoppingWalkStreetcar lineStraight lines between stops, not driving directions.Not to scale, north up. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
The route is under 0.1 miles end to end. © OpenStreetMap

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Also close by
  • International Tap House (Crossroads), brewery, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • Brewery Emperial, brewery, 1 min walk from stop 1
  • Grinders (Crossroads), food, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • Kata Nori Hand Roll Bar, food, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • Black Dolphin, music, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • The Brick, drinks, 2 min walk from stop 2

The stops

  1. Christopher Elbow ChocolatesChoose two pieces each without telling the other what you picked.about 20 min · 1819 McGee St, Kansas City, MO · then 1 min walkWebsite Google Maps Apple Maps
  2. Josey RecordsUse a listening station: each of you plays the other one track. Buying is optional.about 40 min · 1815 McGee St, Kansas City, MO 64108 · hours checked recentlyWebsite Google Maps Apple Maps

How the night flows

Chocolates first, then the record shop right next door. The chocolate shop is closed on Sundays.

Good to know

Reservations
Not needed
Parking
Use one legal spot on McGee Street and walk; check the current rules and time limits.
Getting around
Walking, Driving
Setting
Indoors
Alcohol
None needed
What to wear
Comfortable shoes for short walks between stops.

Before you go

Hours not confirmed for Christopher Elbow Chocolates. Check their pages or call before you go.

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We last looked over this date on September 25, 2026. That is a review of the plan, not a promise that every detail is current.

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