Openings & Closings

National smoothie chain will open new location in Kansas City’s Power and Light District

Tropical Smoothie Cafe is coming to the Power and Light District.

The national chain plans a spring opening at 1360 Walnut St., just north of Chipotle Mexican Grill.

“Adding this vibrant offering to our diverse dining scene is important because it expands our offerings for visitors seeking better-for-you and convenient dining options,” Power and Light President John Moncke said in a news release.

Tropical Smoothie Cafe operates 15 locations in the Kansas City area, serving smoothies, bowls, flatbreads and wraps. Popular options include the Caribbean Jerk Chicken Wrap, the PB Banana Crunch Flatbread, the Island Green Smoothie and the Bahama Mama Smoothie.

A Wichita location of Tropical Smoothie Cafe. The chain will open a new store in the Power and Light District this spring.
A Wichita location of Tropical Smoothie Cafe. The chain will open a new store in the Power and Light District this spring. Denise Neil The Wichita Eagle

This will be Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s first location in KC south of the Missouri River.

Other recent additions to the Power and Light District include Three Dog Bakery, The Yard Milkshake Bar and HomeGrown.

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David Hudnall
The Kansas City Star
David Hudnall is a columnist for The Star’s Opinion section. He is a Kansas City native and a graduate of the University of Missouri. He was previously the editor of The Pitch and Phoenix New Times.
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