You may have been to Kansas City before, but we’ve got some new entertainment for you in the downtown area that will help make your trip to the 2008 Agri-Marketing Conference even more enjoyable than in past year’s.

The new Power & Light District in downtown Kansas City is an $850 million entertainment district filled with the city’s hottest new restaurants, clubs and shops. It’s the largest new development project in the Midwest-you won’t want to miss it.

About 30 tenants had been announced for the Power & Light District. The 14 already open or scheduled to open before March 10 are marked with an asterisk below:

AMC Mainstreet Theatre will be a six-screen all-digital theater, and AMC Midland Theatre will be a live performance venue. Opening dates not announced.

Angel’s Rock Bar,* a 4,000-square-foot nightclub, is scheduled to open at 1323 Walnut St., on the second level of the Kansas City Live block, on March 7.

Bice Bistro/Bice Cafe/Bice Lounge, with Italian fare, will occupy an 8,700-square-foot space at 14 E. 14th St., at the northeast corner of 14th and Main streets. Opening date not announced.

Bristol Seafood Grill,* an 8,000-square-feet boutique-style restaurant, will open at 51 E. 14th St. between Main and Walnut streets. It is slated to open for dinner on Feb. 26 and for lunch on Feb. 27.

Chefburger,* a 3,300-square-foot, locally owned build-your-own burger joint, is scheduled to open at 1350 Walnut St. on March 6.

Chipotle Mexican Grill,* a 2,400-square-foot fast-casual Mexican restaurant chain, plans to open a location at 1370 Walnut St. the week of Feb. 25.

Cosentino’s Downtown Gourmet Market, a 35,000-square-foot store planned for 10 E. 13th St., is scheduled to open this summer.

Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit Bar-B-Que,* a 6,300-square-foot, family-oriented chain restaurant with full bar, will open at 131 E. 14th St., between Walnut Street and Grand Boulevard. It is scheduled to open on Feb. 22.

Flying Saucer Draught Emporium, an 8,400-square-foot operation specializing in international, high-quality handcrafted beers, is scheduled to open at 101 E. 13th St. in early May.

The Fudgery chain plans to open a 1,740-square-foot fudge shop on the west side of Walnut Street between 13th and 14th streets. Opening date not announced.

GNC, a specialty retailer of nutritional products, will open a 1,700-square-foot location on the south side of 12th Street between Main and Walnut streets. Opening date not announced.

Gordon Biersch Brewery Restaurant,* an 8,500-square-foot brewery and restaurant, is expected to open at 100 E. 14th St., on the southwest corner of the Kansas City Live block, on March 10.

Howl at the Moon,* a 4,700-square-foot, dueling piano entertainment concept, opened Friday at 1334 Grand Blvd. on the second floor of the Kansas City Live block.

Jos. A Bank Clothiers, a 4,300-square-foot retailer of men’s clothing, sportswear, footwear and accessories, is scheduled to open on the west side of Main Street between 13th and 14th streets. Opening date not announced.

Latteland Espresso & Tea, a locally owned 1,700-square-foot operation serving coffee drinks, blended iced drinks, fresh fruit smoothies and bakery items, is expected to open at the corner of 12th and Main streets this summer.

Living Room, a seasonal high-end outdoor lounge, is expected to open in the center of the Kansas City Live block courtyard in the spring.

Lucky Strike,* a 20,000-square-foot-plus upscale bowling lounge, is expected to open at 1370 Grand Blvd. in early March.

Maker’s Mark Bourbon House & Lounge, a 6,000-square-foot restaurant and bar specializing in bourbons, will open on the second floor, west side, of the Kansas City Live block. Opening date not announced.

McFadden’s Sports Saloon,* a 6,900-square-foot, sports fueled, Irish-themed pub, opened Nov. 9 at 1330 Grand Blvd.

Mosaic Lounge, with 7,100 square feet, will open at 1331 Walnut St., on the second floor of the Kansas City Live block, facing Grand Boulevard between 13th and 14th streets. Opening date not announced.

Peachtree Restaurant, a 5,481-square-foot comfort/soul food/Southern cuisine restaurant, is expected to open at 14th and Main streets in early April.

Plaza Ford Ideal, a 950-square-foot dry cleaning business, will open on Main Street between 12th and 13th streets. Opening date not announced.

Polished, a 1,195-square-feet nail salon, will open on Main Street between 12th and 13th streets. Opening date not announced.

Raglan Road Irish Pub,* a 10,000-square-foot pub, is scheduled to open the first week of March at 170 E. 14th St.

Rum Shack, a 6,500-square-foot Caribbean-style nightclub, will open on the second floor of the eastern side of the Kansas City Live block. Opening date not announced.

Sprint Studio,* a 5,500-square-foot interactive retail store at 161 E. 14th St., is scheduled to open before the Big 12 tournament in mid-March.

Tangerine, a 7,500-square-foot restaurant formerly announced as ChinaBar, will be in the Kansas City Live block. Opening date not announced.

Ted’s Montana Grill,* a 5,400-square-foot classic American grill with made-from-scratch dishes, is open for lunch and dinner at 101 E. 14th St., at the southeast corner of 14th and Walnut streets.

Tengo Sed Cantina,* a 4,000-square-foot authentic Mexican restaurant and late-night party place, is expected to open at 1330 Walnut St., on the Kansas City Live block, on March 7.

Vinino,* a 3,800-square-foot Italian bistro, opened Nov. 16 at 1320 Grand Blvd.

Be adventurous during your stay and explore Kansas City’s thriving arts and culture scene. From live Broadway-style theatre to several excellent museums, you can fill every evening with casual fun or upscale outings.

For more information on discovering Kansas City, visit the following website’s:

www.visitkc.com
www.crowncenter.com
www.powerandlightdistrict.com