We were really excited to finally visit a staple of the beer industry in Kansas City. Boulevard Brewing Company located in the heart of city and has been a Kansas City tradition since 1989. They have a big campus with plenty parking (garage) and offer free tours daily. Boulevard has a large production facility on the left with administrative offices and event spaces. The right side offers an outside patio, tasting room, and swag store.

Brewery Review

Beer: 0.75

We had the Tropical Pale Ale, Frequent Flyer, Tank 7, and The Calling. Tropical Pale Ale (Cigar City collaboration) had a good juicy fruit balanced with the pale ale. Frequent Flyer would be a great intro to IPA. Very light on the hops, easy drinking session IPA. Tank 7 is Boulevard’s staple award winning beer. It is a Belgian farmhouse ale that is high in alcohol content yet an easy drink with hints of grapefruit and pepper. The Calling brings extreme amount of hops resulting in a dry finish with flavors of pine.

Atmosphere: 0.75

Though we didn’t have time for a tour (quick stop before heading to a Royals game) there were lots of people anxiously waiting for their group tours. The whole scene around the place seemed to have an energetic buzz of excitement.

Uniqueness: 0.75

Cool blend of old buildings with new production facility. Like the effort Boulevard does to promote sustainability as well.

Service: 1

Energetic staff always willing to help.

Wildcard: 0.75

They made a on the fly adjustment to the tap system being down by offering cans with free coozies while offering donuts. Homer would be proud.

Total: 4 out of 5

Boulevard Brewing Co

Address: 2501 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108

Hours: Thursday 10AM–5PM Friday 10AM–5PM Saturday 10AM–5PM Sunday 10AM–5PM Monday 10AM–5PM Tuesday 10AM–5PM Wednesday 10AM–5PM