Sentinel Room

09/07/2026

Wow… that was something else.
​We aren't sure if a microburst just tore through Independence Square or what, but "intense" doesn’t even begin to describe it.

​Unfortunately, our tent took a direct hit—just like so many others up and down the street. While we managed to salvage a lot of our items, our tent was completely shredded, as you can see in the photos.

Following the storm damage here, Santa-Cali-Gon Days has officially been canceled for Labor Day Monday.

​The best news in all of this is that nobody was hurt that we are aware of so far. We were able to get everyone inside to safety before the worst hit, and at the end of the day, that is the only thing that truly matters.

​To everyone who immediately jumped in to help us wrangle mangled metal, round up scattered items, and clean up the mess on the Square—we cannot thank you enough. This community really shows up when it counts.

​As for our schedule, we had already planned on being closed this Tuesday and Wednesday to give our hardworking staff a much-deserved break after the holiday weekend. With the festival now officially called off and the cleanup underway, we are going ahead and closing on Monday as well. That means we will be closed Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday this week so our team can rest, regroup, and get everything put back together.

​We will be back open and ready to welcome you all on Thursday, and we really hope you will come out to see us then.

Thank you all so much for the love, check-ins, and support!

09/06/2026

These two lovely Sentinel ladies are back at it again today despite the brutal heat! 🥵

​If you’re out and about enjoying SantaCaliGon, swing by and let us help you cool down. We're serving up our ​Frozen French 75 – Frosty, crisp, and built for this weather​! Or try our refreshing Strawberry Basil Lemonade or Iced Irish Cream Coffee.

Need a real escape from the sun while staying right in the middle of the action? Step inside The Sentinel for full AC, our full food and cocktail menu, and comfortable seating. Best people watching seat on the Square!

We’re open from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM today!!

Whiskey lovers: Travis is holding down the Whiskey Library with over 1,300 bottles ready to explore. Come see us at SantaCaliGon! 🥃

09/05/2026

SantaCaliGon weekend is in full swing, and we’re keeping the doors open and the cocktails flowing here on the Square!

Come escape the heat inside the lounge or grab a cocktail on the go, here is everything you need to know for the rest of the festival:​

Lounge Hours (Inside)​ serving our regular menu of Old Fashioneds, Craft Cocktails, Flatbreads & Charcuterie!!

Saturday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM

​Sunday: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM​

Labor Day Monday: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM​

Additionally our booth is set up right outside our front doors to grab a cocktail to go while you walk around:

Cocktails To Go:

​Frozen French 75: Frosty, the ultimate way to cool off during the festival.​

Strawberry Basil Lemonade: Crisp, sweet, and bright.

​Iced Irish Coffee: Bold, caffeinated cold brew spiked with rich Five Farms Irish Cream.​

Come see us this holiday weekend! Cheers!!

08/16/2026

Whiskey Without Bias

📅 Friday, August 28, 2026
🕐 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
📍 Sentinel's Reserve Whiskey Library — 212 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050
💰 $33

Whiskey Without Bias *What happens when the label disappears and the price tag shuts up?* Join us for an afternoon of blind whiskey tasting as we explore four different pours with no names, no brands, no distillery stories, and no preconceived loyalty getting in the way. Just your glass, your palate

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**Whiskey Without Bias** *What happens when the label disappears and the price tag shuts up?* Join us for an afternoon of blind whiskey tasting as we explore...

08/11/2026

Had the pleasure of hosting Chris Canale from Old Dominick Distillery tonight for the bottle drop from our Kansas City Whiskey Guild single barrel pick.

It was great getting the finished bottles in hand, meeting some new whiskey explorers, and hearing more of the Old Dominick story directly from Chris.

There’s something pretty satisfying about seeing a barrel pick come full circle — from tasting and selecting the barrel to holding the finished bottle.

Appreciate Chris, Old Dominick and the Kansas City Whiskey Guild for another great whiskey night at The Sentinel Room. 🥃

08/08/2026

Surprise Barrel Drop: Old Dominick 8 Year Single Barrel

📅 Monday, August 10, 2026
🕐 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
📍 The Sentinel Room — 208 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050
💰 Free

131.4 Proof · 65.7% ABV · Only 50 Bottles · $59.99 Sometimes the best events are the ones you don't see coming. This Monday we're welcoming the arrival of our newest Kansas City Whiskey Guild single barrel — and this one is going to be extremely limited. When this barrel was selected, another retail

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131.4 Proof · 65.7% ABV · Only 50 Bottles · $59.99 Sometimes the best events are the ones you don't see coming. This Monday we're welcoming the arrival of ou...

08/06/2026

Weekend vibes are officially here! ​Come reconnect at The Sentinel Room while enjoying the best craft cocktails, delicious flatbreads, shareable charcuterie & warmest hospitality in the city!

07/26/2026

We're Hiring!!

At The Sentinel, exceptional guest care is not an afterthought—it is the standard. We are looking for team members who bring genuine warmth, positive energy and a strong desire to take care of people. We can teach you how to craft our signature Old Fashioneds, prepare charcuterie and execute polished table service with technical precision.What we cannot teach is a genuine heart for hospitality.

Position: Hospitality Team Member — Cross-Trained Role

Current Openings:

• Weekday shifts Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 2:30–9:00 PM

• Friday: 2:30 PM–Midnight

• Saturday: 5:00 PM–Midnight

We Hire for Mindset. We Train for Exceptional Hospitality.

What We’re Looking For

• Hospitality-minded: You take personal pride in caring for people and making every guest feel welcomed, valued and remembered.

• Detail-driven: You naturally read the room, notice the smallest details and anticipate guest needs before they are voiced.

• Highly coachable: You are eager to learn, quick to adapt and open to ongoing training across every part of our operation.

Responsibilities:

Every Sentinel team member is cross-trained and shares responsibility for:

• Warmly greeting, welcoming and seating guests

• Providing attentive, polished service in our intimate, speakeasy-influenced space

• Crafting cocktails according to established recipes and standards

• Preparing food and charcuterie

• Maintaining the cleanliness, organization and presentation of the space

• Supporting fellow team members wherever needed

Requirements to be considered:

• Must be 21 or older—no exceptions

• Previous upscale hospitality experience in a restaurant, bar or hotel

• Professional and polished appearance

• Outgoing, positive and guest-focused mindset

• Highly coachable and collaborative

• Dependable & committed

How to Apply: Ready to master the craft of true hospitality?
Send your résumé and a brief introduction to [email protected]

07/24/2026

S3 Vol. 008: Lasso Motel

📅 Friday, July 31, 2026
🕐 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
📍 Sentinel's Reserve Whiskey Library — 212 W Lexington Ave, Independence, MO 64050
💰 Suggested Donation

An Evening of Story, Spirit & Strength S3 Exploration: Lasso Whiskey Lasso's back with their newest releases that have arrived in Missouri, and now it's time to explore what everyone has been talking about. Join us for an S3 Exploration featuring Lasso Whiskey as we taste through their latest expres

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An Evening of Story, Spirit & Strength S3 Exploration: Lasso Whiskey Lasso's back with their newest releases that have arrived in Missouri, and now it's time...

07/15/2026

The pour. The wait. The reveal.

​There’s a reason why the entire room pauses when a smoked Old Fashioned is served at The Sentinel.

Whether you’re capturing it on video, snapping the perfect photo, or just living in the moment, it’s an absolute sensory experience.

​Watch as the thick, rolling smoke traps those rich, charred aromas inside the glass. Then comes the best part: the tableside removal of the lid.​
That thick cloud escapes, the aroma hits your senses, and your perfect cocktail is unveiled. It’s pure anticipation in a glass.

​Come visit The Sentinel this week and experience our version of the ultimate smoked cocktail. 🥃✨
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