
Culinaria
Mediterranean · Lawrence · $$

Lawrence, KS · $$
*2025 James Beard semifinalist, Outstanding Bar* Established in 2014, John Brown's Underground is a welcoming cocktail destination located in downtown Lawrence. We specialize in using spirits with integrity to create seasonal menus of inventive drinks, and, above all, in providing a space for all to explore and enjoy. Reservations are especially recommended for weekend nights and parties greater than 2, but we also happily accept walk-ins as space allows!
“Amazing unique drinks with super fun names on a rotating menu. Dante took great care of our larger group!”
“This place is fantastic and a must visit when in Lawrence. All the drinks are delicious and there is something for every pallet. They are well balanced, super tasty, and creative with fun names and a cute menu, and each drink has assigned adorable glassware. The atmosphere is relaxed, with a lot of cute little areas. The staff is really knowledgeable and friendly and know the craft well. We had a kid in the group and they made them a tasty kiddie mocktail. This place could hold their own with any of the great places in NY, Chicago, LA.”
“100% amazing service and drinks. My wife and I were immediately greeted and treated like royalty. This bar is the pinnacle of what it means to be in the service industry. Bartenders are extremely knowledgeable and are proud of what they do, and it shows. The drinks (all cocktails) are incredible. The atmosphere is authentic and immersive. John Brown's Underground is a must visit.”
“Nice little bar. Kind of small but over all nice places. The drink menu is very different but also will make regular drinks off the menu. The Tequila sunrise was prolly the best one I've ever had. Will be back for sure.”
“Way too expensive- $16 cocktails plus tax is ridiculous. They're not doing anything special, just very standard drinks with different names. The bar is way too small, and theres a big dish station in front, so there's nowhere to sit except wooden benches outside. They dont even have good glassware.”
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