First Look at Point Nine in Andover

There’s a new restaurant now open in Andover, KS called Point Nine. It’s dubbed a trailside eatery found at the .9 mile marker on the Redbud Trail. If you aren’t into riding bikes, it’s also accessible by driving your car to 1539 N. Andover Road.

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1539 N Andover Rd, Andover, KS 67002
316-352-7676

Monday – Thursday: 10:30am – 8pm
Friday – Saturday: 10:30am – 11pm
Sunday: 10am – 8pm

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Card Only
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It’s worth noting that this is a card only restaurant. Point Nine does not take cash.

Once inside, it’s quite spacious inside with lots of natural light inside. I really loved the interior.

Then outside, there’s even more of a vibe with a bike rack, yard games, ping pong, televisions, and a covered patio.

There’s even an area for live music for special nights when the weather isn’t in the triple digits.

There’s also a small retail area with snacks, beverages, and other knickknacks.

My stop at Point Nine took place during brunch, so a separate menu was available.

I asked for recommendations on dishes and was told the garlic shrimp & parmesan grits was the way to go.

Now, before I finish the rest of the review, I must reiterate that I try to share all my visits, especially the first ones, regardless of whether its good or bad. I believe it’s important for readers to get an unfiltered view of my experiences.

At the same time, I want you all to know that this visit took place within a week of when they opened which likely contributed to what transpired.

With that said, mistakes did happen but Point Nine owned every one of them. There were issues with ticket times which led to longer than typical waits for myself and customers around me, but they were all addressed.

For instance, my lunch visit was certainly longer than expected, as was the gentleman who sat by me at the bar. Our meals were comped despite me passing along I was willing to pay for my meal. When they denied , I asked how much my meal would have been and left a cash tip for the price they relayed to me (then getting in my car and remembering Point Nine doesn’t take cash).

Ironically enough, two others at the bar ordered the same meal as me, and we all had the similar opinions on the dish. Staff went around asking for opinions on food and I was honest as was another person sitting near me at the bar. The shrimp was great with a delicious garlic flavor to it, but the grits were more dense than we all would have liked. Apparently there were some issues in the kitchen that particular morning.

I will say, one of the guys who sat by me was disappointed that particular day, but told me he that he had an earlier visit a few days prior and loved his experience.  By his account, this was a one-off experience which certainly could have been the case.

The whole time, the staff was very apologetic to the customers who had some issues.

While my visit wasn’t the greatest, I do believe Point Nine handled it with grace and did everything they could to make it right, so I’ll certainly return to give them a second look and a second chance.

Here’s the brunch menu. I did ask for a copy of their lunch or dinner menu, but they didn’t have one to provide at the time. That menu can be found online though.