A Kansas City Institution, Remembered and Reimagined Tucked above Main Street in the historic Southwell Building, Harling’s Upstairs opened its doors in 1979 and quickly became more than just another Kansas City Irish bar. With creaky floorboards, fogged windows, and a deck that barely passed inspection, Harling’s was always slightly askew — and that’s exactly what made it feel right. The Guinness flowed. The crowd was eclectic. And drinks were cheap! A Bar Built on Community and Music This wasn’t the kind of pub where you nursed a pint in silence. It was where stories were traded, friendships took shape, and
