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Kala Elkinton
The KC Irish Man from Brady & Fox BY KALA ELKINTON
Brady & Fox 751 E 63rd St., Kansas City, MO 64110 (816) 800-4141
Traditional Irish food is all about comfort. Who can say no to a thick cottage pie? As a fan of the bygone Brady’s Irish Pub that used to occupy the cozy interior on 55th and Troost, I was thrilled to see the brand new Brady & Fox opening just down the street. But I didn’t know when I stepped through the doors of the new East Brookside spot that I would be called to choose a more modern dish. Cue: the KC Irish Man sandwich. Brady & Fox’s menu, still in its infancy, calls this a “take on burnt ends.” I had to try it. The corned beef is lean and full of flavor, topped with onions caramelized in Guinness and aged white cheddar. The onions form a sweet sauce for the sandwich, and the whole thing comes piled on a farm-to-market potato bun. The fries and chips are both made in-house—either would be a good choice to accompany this delicious sandwich. While the modern building doesn’t scream “cozy Irish pub,” where I could sit and wash my week away with several pints, the menu has all the traditional Irish fare you could want, plus more with sandwiches like this.
Above (L to R): Fox & Pearl beehives from Bee KC; Kristine Hull, general manager and owner of Fox & Pearl; The Star Player cocktail made with reposado tequila, Oaxacan rum, coconut milk, local lavendar, vanilla, and honey; the Grilled Trout made with lemon vinagrette featuring Bee KC honey, coal roasted beets, orange caraway butter, and fried capers, topped with edible flowers. Below: The indoor lounge at Fox & Pearl. Photos by Liz Goodwin
Snail Jail Pale Ale
from Strange Days Brewing Co.
BY LIZ GOODWIN
Strange Days Brewing Co. 316 Oak St. Kansas City, MO, 64106 (816) 469-5321
I wonder if there is scientific evidence that beer tastes better in the afternoon sunshine on a day in the mid-70s. I believe with all of my being that that assertion is true. The Snail Jail Pale Ale from Strange Days Brewing Company certainly was delicious as I Liz Goodwin sipped it by one of their open garage doors. The venue is complete with an outdoor patio perfect for furry friends and humans alike to lounge and enjoy. The Snail Jail is brewed with oats and two hops varieties: Simcoe and Topaz. It’s light, crisp, and perfectly balanced so that you can enjoy several without getting too bloated. Enjoy it with a bag of Dot’s Pretzels, one of a few snacks available to munch on while playing board games over brews with your friends. THE PITCH | May 2022 | THEPITCHKC.COM
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