Wandering Vine at the Castle

  4.3 – 498 reviews   • Restaurant

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✔️Breakfast ✔️Brunch ✔️Lunch ✔️Dinner ✔️Dine in Wandering Vine at the Castle 66216

Hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday5–8:30 PM
Thursday5–8:30 PM
Friday5–9 PM
Saturday11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
Sunday10 AM–1 PM

Address and Contact Information

Address: 12401 Johnson Dr, Shawnee, KS 66216

Phone: (913) 379-1300

Website: http://wanderingvine.com/

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Reviews

Edward Allen
My group of six recently dined at Wandering Vine at the Castle and overall had a fantastic experience.The food was outstanding across the board. I ordered the Caesar salad, duck confit croquettes, and the tuna steak, and every single dish was excellent. The Caesar
was crisp and well-balanced, the duck confit croquettes were rich, crispy, and full of flavor, and the tuna steak was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. You can really tell there’s care and creativity going into the
kitchen here.
The atmosphere is beautiful and unique, and it feels like a great spot for both special occasions and a nicer night out. From start to finish, the experience felt elevated and enjoyable.
The only downside came at the very end when our server was splitting checks for our group. Despite us explaining multiple times who had what, items kept getting mixed up, which made the checkout process a bit longer and more frustrating than it needed to be. It didn’t ruin the night, but it was a noticeable hiccup in an otherwise smooth evening.
That said, the quality of the food and overall experience far outweighed that smallissue. I would absolutely come back and recommend this place to anyone looking for great food in a unique setting.
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Vise Cusick
From start to finish, our experience here was unforgettable. Our waiter went above and beyond, helping us pair two bottles of wine to match our palate.. and it was absolutely perfect. The timing of everything was spot on; we had just enough time to look over the menu without ever feeling rushed, and once our meals arrived, the attentive check-ins made us feel genuinely cared for.

The ambiance alone is breathtaking! It’s one of those places you almost have to pause to take in before settling into the evening. Even with a full house on a Thursday night, we were seated quickly with our reservation, which was a pleasant surprise.

What really stood out was the personal touch. After dinner, we had the chance to speak with one of the owners, who was so kind and genuine.. the kind of hospitality that makes you want to return again and again.

Whether it’s a special occasion or just an elevated night out, this is a must-visit spot in KC. We left already planning our next visit!
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Andrew MacDonnell
Great experience! We went here for our ten year wedding anniversary. Carla the owner and her team took care of every detail for me to wow my wife. Carla helped source and put together the flower arrangement which my wife keeps talking about even a day later. At dinner all of the team was so welcoming, friendly, and knowledgeable. The food here was incredibly delicious- my favorite were the oysters and an amazing braised pork and gnocchi dish that we could’ve at three of! We do not drink anymore, but we didn’t feel out of place and had an amazing dinner, for those who do they have a fantastic wine list! Overall if I could give them more than 5 stars I absolutely would! We will be back and look forward to bringing our friends.
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Wichulee
This cozy castle has delicious foods and wonderful selection of wines. Staff, including the owners, are friendly and attentive. We stumbled upon the restaurant unplanned one evening and our dinning experience was amazing. It seems they support other local businesses and ingredients
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Gilbert Trill
My party of four enjoyed the Saturday Royal Tea experience at Wandering Vine at the Castle. The package requires prepayment of $40 per person, plus gratuity (20.4%) and fees, bringing the total to just over $200 before arrival.

The restaurant describes the Royal Tea as a classic English afternoon tea featuring a variety of sweet and savory delights, accompanied by a choice of premium tea or coffee. This description was largely accurate – the atmosphere and historic architecture were truly charming, enhanced by elegant holiday decorations. The food itself was excellent: the sweet and savory items were high quality, beautifully presented, and perfectly portioned for our group of four.

The tea service began promisingly with individual teapots, high-quality tea sachets, and a nice selection of sweeteners, honey, and lemon. Milk was provided in place of half-and-half or creamer.

However, the experience was hindered by the need for frequent hot water refills due to the small size of the teapots (slightly larger than a single cup). Each refill required flagging down our server, who was managing multiple tables, and then waiting for the water to be delivered and for the tea to steep again (3–5 minutes). Unfortunately, these requests were sometimes delayed or overlooked.

Additionally, we were advised to reuse the same tea sachet for multiple pots. While this might work well with larger teapots, the small pots and repeated reuse noticeably weakened the flavor and strength after the first infusion, which diminished the overall tea experience for those of us hoping to enjoy several quality cups.

In summary, the Royal Tea is a lovely option for guests planning to enjoy one or two cups of tea, perhaps supplemented by additional beverages from the menu. For those seeking a traditional afternoon tea centered on unlimited, high-quality hot tea, it may fall short of expectations.

That said, the outstanding ambiance, architecture, and food quality make this a special venue. I look forward to returning to try the dinner service in the future.

Thank you to the team for a mostly delightful afternoon!
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Cheri Blessing
What a beautiful castle! I love the story behind the castle. Wandering Vine has been on my list of restaurants to try. I made a reservation for my husbands birthday. I had high expectations and the menu sounded amazing! The service was not up to par but our waitress was super nice. We didnt receive our appetizer that we ordered. The food came and we realized they forgot to put in our order. My husband ordered the seared tuna which he enjoyed and I ordered the basil tortellini with trout wrapped prosciutto. I was not thrilled with mine. The taste was off, to me. I was disappointed as it sounded amazing. The tortellini was amazing but the trout was not great, again to me. My husband finished his drink and was never asked if he wanted another one. The experience was mixed because of the service, but the ambiance of the castle was beautiful! We would try this restaurant again. Might have just been an off night.
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Hayden & Sarah Pollmann
10/10 experience at Wandering Vine!! Carla, Dan, and all the staff were so friendly and sweet! The restaurant feels like a cozy warm castle. The food was delicious, wine was well priced and tasty!

I can’t wait to come back for brunch and sit on the patio!
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Alexander Fish
The castle is BEAUTIFUL ♥️ I instantly felt like royalty upon arrival . (The rest is me speaking in an uppity Royal accent) Our server Chris was very knowledgeable of the food and wine being offered. Our food’s taste was well beyond our expectations! After tasting the dessert we knew we would be back!
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Todd Hunter
Yes it’s me again at a fine dining restaurant in Shawnee ,KS.

From the time you walk in to the time you walk out ,you are treated as a lord and a lady.

The Owners have taken the time to turn an old castle into a fine dining experience.

Michael was my server and he was great. Very attentive without hovering. Very informative of the menu. All his suggestions were on point.

I started with the steak wedge,the fresh ground pepper is a must, the fuchsia bread is baked fresh daily. Soft and easy to tear,not over done.
Following the salad and bread ,came the main course; grilled tuna with fresh roasted vegetables and potatoes. The tuna was slightly pink in the middle and very flaky and flavorful
(not over cooked/dried out)
After dinner espresso really made the experience complete.

Wether you are wanting a date night for two, a brunch or a company event. This would be the place.

The ambience is amazing. The staff is amazing. The food is amazing.

10 out of 10 would highly recommend
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Jim Coyle
Delicious brunch served in a quaint castle. Enjoyed the Deviled Eggs and the Queens Power Bowl. The biscuits and gravy also looked wonderful. Will be back for dinner soon!
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