It is not often a restaurant does more than provide good food and good service. Considering myself a bit of a foodie, I dine often, and expect the utmost service and quality; however, one local spot went so above and beyond at a recent dining experience I felt compelled to share.
Having just completed an art class, two friends and I were looking for a good meal a bit off the beaten path. Something we didn’t have everyday and was a good local spot. We decided on Jerusalem Cafe, for some great food. We had all been here several times before and enjoyed it immensely. The hummus, baba ganoush, and dolmas we ordered as an appetizer were simply delectable. Warm pita bread accompanied the sample appetizer platter. Conversation came to a halt as moans and groans of pure delight echoed from our table. The quiet dimly lit restaurant was surely bothered by the sounds of joy coming from our table.
Then came the main course. We had each ordered some sort of pita sandwich, two of us the gyro, and one shawarmah chicken. Again, our conversation stopped and the cacophony of happy eating continued.
Then the noises from our table turned, and turned quickly. My friend yelled in a panic to call 911, as his wife shook uncontrollably, her eyes seemingly rolling back. Screams came from across the restaurant, other patrons starred as we quickly tried to figure out what was going on. The convulsions lasted for what seemed like hours, but really only minutes.
Within a few more minutes the fire fighters and EMTs arrived, completely disrupting this quiet, dimly lit establishment. Service halted while everyone starred to see if she was alright. “A seizure”, the paramedic said, “we need to take her to the hospital.“ Time continued to move slowly, and all focus stayed on my friend. Our server and the manager both quickly jumping to do whatever we needed. The EMTs loaded her up and off to the hospital we went.
Once the chaos had calmed and the doctors assured us she would be okay, we breathed. And then it dawned on me. We had walked out on our tab, something none of us had ever done before. The next day I went back, looking to thank our server and the manager as well as pay our debt. I met the most gracious manager. He immediately recognized me and said “is she okay.” I replied yes, and that I needed to pay our tab. He refused. He said, “Just make sure she is okay, this one is on us.”
Too often we go through life and are disappointed by the compassion people share. For us, that Wednesday evening we experienced great compassion that will not be forgotten. The food, always fantastic, the ambiance exactly what we wanted, but more than that a place we truly feel treats its customers as neighbors, not clients.
Thank you Jeresualem Cafe. We look forward to our next, hopefully less eventful, visit.
best smoking bar in the metro
New owner...Wow, spotlessly clean, great food and service. This restaurant is a must. It opened in 1949 and is still packing them in!
My folks were visiting so we went here for supper with my cousin. Great atmosphere, good food and friendly service
Love it! When it's warm, it's a bargain hunters paradise.
The Owner and Staff is very professional and friendly. I love my new look... Thanks Zafar Salon Spa!
I love this place it's by far the best little secret in Kansas City.. The owner is a beautiful black women who has been involve in the community for many years working with young people by helping them stay off the streets and helping them stay in school. She is a positive role model for all us women who has worked all our lives to help others.. Now she has the courage to opened her own business. Ladies we must support each other not hate because of Jealousy..
The Classic Cookie & Cafe is all about tasty goodness, quality and genuine customer care. Going to their place is always a treat for our family. We always look forward to our weekly stopovers because they provide some of the best treats.
I LOVE Club Sparks! Everyone is soooo nice & they always have GREAT deals on drinks! The music is always good & its always poppin on the weekends. Even on the weekdays its a great place to chillax n play some pool. The drinks are great, the people there are laid-back and beautiful, and the prices are very reasonable! Love that place!!
Excellent Food! My second Kitchen! .......and great music!
My family and I have been eating at Little Richards for over 5 yrs. I have never found any hair "Kinky" or otherwise in my food. To the above rater- Get a LIFE! The food is and always been Great. The Owner and staff make everyone feel like family. I always tease the waitresses asking for "Bourbon" for my drink order.
The restaurant was recently re-decorated by a run away car. It took a while to get reopened after that one.
Delicious and wonderful variety
the review that the Lady left was about me. First she was rude and vulgar to me and I let it be until after a few minutes I basically told her she was a b***. I am cordial to all who are cordial to me. the lady and was upset because we were out of Fat packs for Magic and I said we could not order more of them, because of this we were a terrible business who was basically lucky to have them come in. After 44 years of business I do not put up with bad manners from anyone.
Every time I pull that toothpick and peel back that foil, I get tingliness in my man bits. Mainly because the bulk of the girls there are hot (see previous rating), but also because the food there is an explosion of heaven in my mouth, and sometimes all over my face. CKB, beoyotch!
It's a wonderful, authentic Irish pub close to KC. Great atmosphere, music and beer. I visit every time I'm back in KC.
Re: “North Dragon”
Some of the best Chinese i've had in a while, i get cravings for thier dishes!. one mistype though, they close at 9 on Sundays.