As a Johnson County resident, Matt Murphy opened his cigar store and lounge, Fireside Cigar, three years ago in the Arbor Creek Village shopping center, located just off 159th Street and South Mur-Len Road in Olathe, Kansas.
Having worked for years in the cigar business in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, before moving to Kansas City 10 years ago, Murphy knows firsthand the importance of building a loyal following—not only for his store’s selection of cigars but also for fostering a community of people who enjoy the social aspect that unfolds when two people sit down, light up a cigar, and simply talk to one another.
The only other place Murphy had experienced that kind of camaraderie was at a cocktail bar. Inspired by that connection, he leased the space next door to Fireside Cigar and opened Quaint, a neighborhood craft cocktail bar. Although Murphy owns both businesses, they are not connected; Quaint operates as a completely separate, smoke-free establishment that just happens to be next door to his cigar shop.
With plenty of casual dining restaurants and sports bars in Olathe offering drinks, Murphy felt the time was right for a quality cocktail bar—a place where you could drop in with friends before dinner or stop by after for a quick nightcap. With developments like the Bluhawk Sports Park opening nearby, bringing more housing, retail, and restaurants to the area, Murphy believes Quaint is perfectly positioned to thrive.
Quaint offers seating for up to 60 guests in its 1,500-square-foot space footprint. Over the past two years, Murphy has meticulously transformed the interior into an upscale cocktail bar. From the deep moss-green paint on the walls and marble-topped bar to the crystal chandelier, exposed brick accent wall behind the bar, and burnt ochre booths and stools, the space exudes a casual sophistication, warmth, and charm.
The bar features 15 signature cocktails, blending classics and house creations. Highlights include the Quaint Old Fashioned, made with rye, Luxardo, house bitters, and an orange peel garnish, and That Blonde Girl, a refreshing mix of gin, St. Germain, grapefruit, Lillet Blanc, and bitters. A vodka martini, and the ever-popular espresso martini, also make the menu.
Signature cocktails are priced at $16, with crafted non-alcoholic options for $13. Guests can also enjoy a curated selection of straight spirits—including whiskey, bourbon, rye, rum, scotch, tequila, and mezcal—along with a small list of wines, available by the bottle or half bottle. There’s something for everyone to sip on.
For light bites, Quaint serves three shareable boards: a charcuterie board, a cheese and cracker board, and a dessert board featuring chocolates, caramels, mixed and candied nuts, dried fruit, and popcorn.
A Few Things to Know Before You Go:
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Cashless Payments: All food and beverage purchases must be paid by card, though cash tips for the staff are welcome.
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No Reservations: Seating is first-come, first-served.
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Self-Seating: Guests may seat themselves, but if your party cannot be accommodated at one table, you’ll be asked to wait by the door until space becomes available.
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Courtesy Time: To ensure a good flow, guests are kindly asked to offer their table within 15 minutes of settling their bill if others are waiting for a seat.
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Hours of Operation: Quaint is open Wednesday and Thursday, 4 p.m.–11 p.m., and Friday and Saturday, 4 p.m.–midnight.
Quaint offers an intimate, friendly neighborhood atmosphere, perfect for sparking conversations—you just never know who you might meet there.
Quaint, 15995 S. Bradley Dr. Olathe, KS, (913) 839-9065, quaintcocktails.com