About us

Good Friends. Great Times.

About us

Paul is a gardening king and his passion for growing fresh produce is evident in his delicious salsas and hot sauces. You can purchase Paul's sauces at The Thirsty Gnome, where they are a popular choice for dipping, drizzling, and cooking.

Laurie and Paul are both active in their community and work on their farm. Laurie is a nurse by profession (although she has worked as a drink diva in the past) and works as the Editor-in-Chief for a Nursing and Allied Health Practice, Patient Education Clinical Solutions company. Paul works in technical project management.

They currently reside in Excelsior Springs, Missouri with their 6 dogs.

Family Owned and Operated

When you visit The Thirsty Gnome, you'll be welcomed by Laurie and Paul's kids, Nick and Kristie.

Nick and Kristie have both worked in the service industry for many years and were excited to open the doors of The Thirsty Gnome to the Kansas City community.

Together, they bring fresh menu ideas, great beer selections, and fun events to their customers.

The entire family are big fans of Kansas City Sports, so you'll be sure to find them cheering on Kansas City football, baseball and soccer teams as well as supporting local college teams.

Whether you're a local or just passing through, The Thirsty Gnome is a place where you are sure to feel at home. Come in and make some memories today!