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Lunch in the City Market, Then Antiques

Lunch in the City Market, then a slow browse through River Market Antiques a few blocks away.

About $30–$80 for two2 hrs 3 minLimited verified information
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Map of the stops for Lunch in the City Market, Then AntiquesA map of a few blocks, not to scale, north at the top, with straight lines between stops. Stop 1, The Paella Mix, the start. Stop 2, River Market Antiques, 0.2 miles from stop 1, 3 min walk. The route is about 0.2 miles end to end. Neighborhoods shown: River Market. Landmarks shown: City Market.RIVER MARKETGRAND BLVDWALNUT STOAK STI-35I-70CITY MARKETSTART The Paella MixRiver Market Antiques12N0.1 miLunch in the City Market, Then AntiquesFoodShoppingWalkStreetcar lineStraight lines between stops, not driving directions.Not to scale, north up. Map data © OpenStreetMap contributors
The route is about 0.2 miles end to end. © OpenStreetMap
Also close by
  • Taste of Brazil, food, 1 min walk from stop 1
  • Bloom Baking Company, coffee, 1 min walk from stop 1
  • Murmuration Eatery & Cocktail Bar, coffee, 1 min walk from stop 1
  • Betty Rae’s Ice Cream (River Market), dessert, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • Thou Mayest (River Quay), drinks, 1 min walk from stop 2
  • Jimmy B's Pizza & Wings, food, 1 min walk from stop 1

The stops

  1. The Paella MixLunch. Paellas and sandwiches run $16 to $20 on its menu.about 60 min · 25 E 3rd St, Kansas City, MO 64106 · hours checked recently · then 3 min walkWebsite Google Maps Apple Maps Rotates by date and hours. Also possible: Habashi House.
  2. River Market AntiquesBrowse the booths; buying is optional.about 60 min · 115 W 5th St, Kansas City, MO 64105 · hours checked recentlyWebsite Google Maps Apple Maps

How the night flows

Eat first, then walk over to the antique mall; it closes at 6 PM.

Good to know

Reservations
Not needed
Parking
Free and metered lots around the City Market; park once and walk.
Getting around
Walking, Driving
Setting
Indoors
Alcohol
Optional
What to wear
Whatever you feel good in; comfortable shoes for short walks between stops.

Before you go

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We last looked over this date on September 23, 2026. That is a review of the plan, not a promise that every detail is current.

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