New Elevated Sports Bar Set to Open in Kansas City's Riverfront

Revel, created by local restaurateurs, will anchor the Current Landing development opposite the CPKC stadium.

Published on Feb. 19, 2026

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A new upscale sports bar called Revel is set to open this spring at the Current Landing development in Kansas City's riverfront area. Revel, created by local restaurateurs Shawn Larson and Danney Elmore, aims to be a social destination with a polished and energetic feel, featuring wood, leather, and metal finishes. The bar will serve as a focal point for major sporting events, watch parties, and live music.

Why it matters

The addition of Revel strengthens Current Landing's identity as a premier entertainment district along the Kansas City riverfront, complementing the nearby CPKC stadium and upcoming Michelin-starred Italian restaurant. As the city prepares to host World Cup matches in 2026, Revel is positioned to be a popular gathering spot for fans and locals alike.

The details

Revel will be located in the outdoor plaza just opposite the entry to CPKC Stadium, the home of the KC Current. The space will feature a central bar wrapped in wood paneling and leather accents, topped with dark stone. Revel plans to be a hub for marquee matchups, World Cup watch parties, live music, and other global sporting events like English Premier League mornings and Formula 1 brunches.

  • Revel is set to open at Current Landing this spring.
  • Current Landing is expected to complete its first phases of construction ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

The players

Revel

A new upscale sports bar concept created by local restaurateurs Shawn Larson and Danney Elmore, set to open at the Current Landing development in Kansas City.

Shawn Larson

Co-creator of the new Revel sports bar concept at Current Landing.

Danney Elmore

Co-creator of the new Revel sports bar concept at Current Landing.

Josh Goldman

Managing director at Palmer Square Real Estate, the developer of the Current Landing project.

Nicholas Sefanelli

Michelin-starred chef set to open an Italian restaurant at the Current Landing riverfront development, but not before the 2026 World Cup.

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What they’re saying

“Revel at Current Landing is about balance. We wanted to create a space that feels elevated and design-forward, but still incredibly comfortable and social.”

— Danney Elmore, Co-creator of Revel (CPKC Stadium)

“The addition of Revel at Current Landing strengthens the district's identity as a destination. It's a social anchor—bringing together sophisticated hospitality, the energy of sport, and the rhythm of the riverfront into one cohesive experience.”

— Josh Goldman, Managing Director, Palmer Square Real Estate (CPKC Stadium)

What’s next

Current Landing is expected to complete its first phases of construction ahead of the 2026 World Cup, when Revel will be positioned as a popular gathering spot for fans and locals.

The takeaway

Revel's addition to the Current Landing development solidifies Kansas City's riverfront as a premier entertainment district, blending sophisticated hospitality, the energy of sports, and the rhythm of the city into a cohesive social experience for residents and visitors alike.