Kirby’s Beer Store

For a dive bar, I don’t know that you can ask for something better than Kirby’s. It’s got the culture and the history of a bar like the one from Cheers (though it’s smaller and more dimly lit). They ave frozen pizzas from a semi-​local company that they cook up that are actually quite good. And they have live music often, and it’s always free. Pretty sweet deal.

Kirby’s is the best. The addition to the patio adds so much space. I was fortunate enough to cook burgers and hotdogs for the last meatfest, on the patio. Best staff, and atmosphere. Just across the street from wichita state university. Go check it out.

Kirby’s is the bomb! Definitely the best dive bar I have ever visited, and I honestly have been to a lot of places.
Before I «dive» deeper into my review, let me just stress the words «dive bar”– in here you will find neither glitz nor glamour; no valet parkers; but a chance to mix and mingle with some of the best citizens of Wichita that the town has to offer, which makes it a signature bar in Wichita. The place conveniently offers parking in a lot at the back, and when Kirby’s gets packed, you can just hang out in the outdoor patio.
I came here for their Meatfest celebration, and out of all the places I visited in Wichita, I probably enjoyed this place the most. The people were so friendly; the beers were cheap and pouring; and the live music offered at Kirby’s made me wish we had more underground bands in my hometown of Miami.
The only con I had to say about this place is that their bathroom only had one toilet and was a bit grungy. However, the bathroom honestly represented the classic grunginess of the bar, and I really enjoyed the random stickers all over the place.

I absolutely love Kirby’s. This historic dive hole contains within it (and on the patio) the best people, best bartenders, best drinks, best prices, best décor, best stench, best pseudo filthy restrooms, and best live music of any bar ever. It’s an amazing gem of a place, and if you’re lucky enough to be in Wichita, hit up Kirby’s any night of the week and you shant be disappointed.
*P.S. Tell Paul i love him, and have an old fashioned for me ;-)

Kirby’s is not just the best, most diverse dive bar in Wichita, Kirby’s is an institution. Kirby’s has lived through generations. Kirby’s has spawned traditions that will carry on after we’re all dead and gone. Kirby’s has the sketchiest, most charming toilet I’ve ever peed in. I’ve been to Kirby’s when it’s so packed I could lift my feet off the ground and be held in place by the people surrounding me. I’ve been to Kirby’s when there were only three others holding up the bar. I’ve been to Kirby’s on a Monday night for a kickass jazz band no one’s ever heard of, and on a Saturday night for the rowdiest bluegrass band in the tri-​state area. For Meatfest, before basketball games, and once, after a funeral for a most beloved Wichita State professor. With science nerds, old people, hippies, and hipsters. Kirby’s. Is. Always. A. Good. Time.

Great staff! Great outdoor patio (new). Best place in town to see live music. Go get a cheap beer, enjoy a free show (be sure to tip the performers and your bartender) and meet some interesting people.
The bar has a very rich history that the new owner has a wonderful job maintaining while updating the space in just the right ways. I cannot say enough good things.

This is the THE dive bar in Wichita. Always a great show & tons of local artistic types frequent this place. Be warned, it’s definitely a hole in the wall kind of place, so don’t expect ritzy or roomy. There are music flyers plastered from over the past 30+ years! I think it just adds to the charm of this place. I highly recommend going in to catch a show, there’s always great local & touring bands. Grab a beer, grab a friend, & you’ll have a good night.

Wichita’s very best hole in the wall!
Words fail… if you’re a local and have never been (for shame) go now!

Kirby’s Beer Store is legendary in Wichita. The history of this small and unique bar is evident in it’s décor. Opened in the early 70’s, little pieces of history; posters, fliers, stickers, and news articles adorn the walls. Kirby’s has been a major venue for many local bands, as well as touring bands from coast to coast. A decent and expanding beer selection with daily specials. But, it’s the atmosphere and the people that really sold this place to me. Located across the street from Wichita State University, Kirby’s diversity brings in so many styles of people and music From Jazz, to country, reggae, rock, and bluegrass there is always something for everyone. It’s not just a bar. Its your bar. Now lets have a drink!

Kirby’s is the purveyor of convivial libations and the bestest bar anywhere ever.
* Square Footage: Bigger than a bento box
* Smoking: Yes –Non Smoking? Try the parking lot
* Décor: Stick something on the wall. Over time, layers will accumulate. Eventually it will fossilize.
* Bands– They play for beer and sometimes tips. No cover ever.

* Demolition Doll Rods: Thank god the police didn’t show up.