Overland Park

Upon entering Q39 South, guests are not only welcomed to the restaurant by friendly hosts, but also by the smoky-sweet smell of the authentic Kansas City-style barbecue wafting through the space from the open kitchen. A skilled team busily prepare chef-inspired favorites in the state-of-the-art kitchen, such as the Mr. Burns sandwich and the brisket plate served with burnt ends. Whether gathering with family or friends for dinner in the dining area of sitting at the bar with one of the local brews, the open and rustic space of Q39 is designed to be welcoming and comfortable.

11051 Antioch Rd, Overland Park, KS 66210, Phone: 913-951-4500

The Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead is an ideal place for learning and having fun. Designed to transport guests back to the era of westward expansion and frontier farm living, this unique attraction offers children an opportunity to visit with over 250 animals, walk through the Main Street towards a fishing pond, experience a one-room schoolhouse and a Kanza Indian encampment, learn about growing vegetables and flowers, and more. The Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead is open 0:00am until 5:00pm daily from the beginning of April through the end of October, with extended hours from Memorial Day through Labor Day.

13800 Switzer Rd, Overland Park, KS 66221, Phone: 913-897-2360

Activities and Attractions for Couples and Singles:

The Overland Park Arboretum and Botanical Gardens encompasses approximately three hundred acres of nature and beauty, home to over eight hundred plant species thriving one of many themed gardens. The Monet Garden is one of the park’s most popular gardens and is designed after the famous garden of Monet in Giverny, France, including a gracefully arched bridge. For families, there’s also the Children’s Discovery Garden where children learn and explore by navigating a maze, discovering Frog Pond, wandering through the garden’s Shrinking Tunnel, and climbing the Sky Watch. There are also several other themed gardens and miles of hiking trails.

8909 W 179th St, Bucyrus, KS 66013, Phone: 913-685-3604

The Oak Park Mall is a two-story mall with an array of services, shops, entertainment, and dining options. Anchor stores include Nordstrom, Macy’s Dillard’s, and JCPenny for department store shopping, while other retailers include Sephora, LOFT, Coach, and Aldo. For kids, there’s the LEGO Store, Build-A-Bear Workshops, as well as a large carousel and a play area. When shoppers get hungry, there are many choices for dining, ranging from Subway, Panda Express, and Chipotle to Five Guys, and Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen.

11149 W 95th St, Overland Park, KS 66214, Phone: 913-888-4400

One of Overland Park’s gems, the Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art presents more than a dozen exhibitions every year, highlighting works by regional, national, and international artists. The museum features an architecturally powerful, yet understated design that captivates visitors upon entering the building. The Nerman Museum of Contemporary Art is open to the public free of charge every day except for Monday. Located on the Johnson County Community College campus, the college has been named one of the “Top 10 College/University Campuses for Public Art in America,” citing works on paper, photography, ceramics, paintings, and sculptures throughout the grounds.

12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, Phone: 913-469-3000

Where to Eat:

McLain’s Market in Overland Park, Kansas is a sister store to McLain’s Bakery in Kansas City. The name McLain’s “Market” means the local establishment is more than simply baked goods and sweets, instead offering food options for any hour of the day, breakfast, lunch and dinner. Along with the food options at the market, a small assortment of beer and wine is offered that pair well with the appetizers and flatbread. In addition to the indoor area, McLain’s also includes a large patio space and a drive-thru that’s open seven days a week in the mornings and afternoons.

10695 Roe Ave, Overland Park, KS 66207, Phone: 913-242-8222

Garozzo's Ristorante is owned and operated by Michael Garozzo and his family and is one of the most popular and awarded Italian restaurants in the greater Kansas City area. The restaurant is known for serving moderately-priced fine dining cuisine within a family-oriented atmosphere. Garozzo's Ristorante has been a dining tradition in Overland Park and Kansas City for more than twenty years and has long been one of the country’s top Italian eateries as rated by Zagat. The signature Chicken Spiedini dish, which is now imitated at other places in town, was first created at Garozzo’s, which now includes multiple locations.

9950 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, Phone: 913-491-8300