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 find Paul's sauces on the menu at The Thirsty Gnome, where they are a popular choice for dipping, drizzling, and cooking.
Laurie and Paul are both active in their community. 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 Elsevier's Nursing and Allied Health Practice, Patient Education Clinical Solutions department. Paul works in technical project management.
They currently reside in Excelsior Springs, Missouri with their 5 dogs.
Family Owned and Operated
When you visit The Thirsty Gnome, you'll be welcomed by Laurie and Paul's sons, Jon Gehrt and Nick Gehrt.
Jon and Nick 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 Gehrt 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!