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16 Best Brunch in Kansas City

a serving of pancake topped with honey, banana, and chocolate for brunch in Kansas City

Delight in the art of leisurely mornings as we unveil the Best Brunch spots in the heart of Kansas City, where diverse flavors and delightful morning experiences converge. From charming cafes exuding neighborhood warmth to trendy eateries with innovative twists, Kansas City’s brunch scene is a celebration of culinary excellence. Each destination on our curated list invites you to explore unique twists, tantalizing flavors, and the perfect harmony of breakfast delights. Whether you crave the simplicity of classic favorites or the adventurous spirit of innovative brunch creations, Kansas City offers a brunch experience for every palate. Join us in savoring the top brunch spots that redefine the mid-morning dining experience in the heart of the Midwest.


Succotash

2601 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-421-2807
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Established in 2021, Succotash in Kansas City is a thriving brunch destination known for its giant cinnamon rolls. Don’t forget to check out the unique hot drink menu with everything from cappuccinos to Rosemary Caramel Lattes. With unique offerings like “bronuts”—brownie doughnuts—and the Maggie Cristo, a ham, goat cheese, and lingonberry sandwich, you are in for a unique brunch treat. Succotash has a wide variety of egg options, including the Southwest Sink or a build-your-own omelet menu.


Happy Gillis

549 Gillis St, Kansas City, MO 64106
816-471-3663
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Advertised as a Cafe and Hangout, Happy Gillis is a cozy spot where locals like to sit back and enjoy a bite over a laidback conversation. With delicate dining options alongside some of your favorite brunch beverages, you’re sure to find a satisfying brunch destination at Happy Gillis. Dive into a hearty plate of biscuits and gravy made with broadway butcher sausage to taste a classic dish with a local spin. If you’re more of a lighter brunch diner, try the Salmon Toast, a piece of open-faced toast topped with salmon, greek yogurt, arugula, Italian salsa verde, and a soft poached egg. 


Westport Cafe

419 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-931-4740
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On the upscale end of the spectrum, Westport Cafe offers some of the finest cocktails in the area and provides a bistro-style menu. This modern French Cafe is a popular stop for locals, which means you may want to reserve a table before arriving for brunch. Start your brunch dining experience at Westport Cafe with a classic mimosa made with sparkling wine. Continue your Westport experience by ordering an Apple Beignet hors d’Oeuvre, then finish with the Quiche Lorraine, a decadent dish made with onion, bacon, and Gruyere cheese. 


Beer Kitchen

435 Westport Rd, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-389-4180
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While beer is the star of the show at Beer Kitchen, we are grateful that beer isn’t the only thing they serve. With a menu full of your favorite dishes and a happy hour menu, you are sure to find just what your taste buds desire. The brunch menu at Beer Kitchen is served every Saturday and Sunday from 9 am to 2 pm and is a dining experience you don’t want to miss. From Salamon Nosh Flatbread to baby donuts, Beer Kitchen takes brunch to the next level with unique offerings. One of my favorite brunch dishes is the Zucchini-Potato Latkes. Other brunch menu items include Avocado Power Toast, Breakfast Casserole, and Krunchberry Waffles. 

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You Say Tomato

2801 Holmes St, Kansas City, MO 64109
816-536-6197
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You Say Tomato isn’t your typical brunch dining spot. Currently open Wednesday to Friday from 11 am to 2 pm and Saturday from 8 am to 2 pm, this quaint restaurant specializes in carry-out dinners and offers a daily menu. A unique menu offering is the Roasted Eggplant Sammy; roasted eggplant, GA tomatoes, fresh basil, herby goat cheese, and balsamic vinegar on a French roll. This menu offering is sure to make your taste buds shout for joy. 


The Farmhouse

300 Delaware St, Kansas City, MO 64105
816-569-6032
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If the name doesn’t give it away, the menu options will. The Farmhouse is a Kansas City restaurant passionate about sourcing ingredients from local farms. Open from Wednesday to Sunday, this restaurant is a breath of fresh air, and you can feel good about the gourmet food you consume here. Brunch is served every day the restaurant is open, with Saturdays and Sundays being a popular option. Therefore, you may want to make reservations in advance. Weekend brunch takes your taste buds on a decadent adventure as the Barham Steak and Eggs is composed of family farm-raised beef, with chimichurri, blue cheese butter, pickled onions, two eggs, and potato hash. 


Blue Bird Bistro

1700 Summit St, Kansas City, MO 64108
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Blue Bird Bistro is an organic, all-natural bistro that offers sustainable and locally sourced foods. Offering Mid-American Artisan Cuisine, your dining experience at Blue Bird Bistro will leave you feeling happy, full, and healthy. While the brunch menu options are plentiful, I always order the Morning After sandwich. This sandwich consists of house-made crumbled KC Buffalo Farm bison sausage, organic onion, cheese, jalapeno, mushroom, and Campo Lindo Farm eggs, scrambled together and served between French toast. 


eggtc.

5107 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64112
816-561-0116
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In business in the Kansas City area for over 15 years, eggtc. has received the “Best Of” award in the Kansas City Magazine, Trip Advisor, Ingram’s, Yahoo, Her Life, and the Kansas City Business Journal. Locals rave of the atmosphere and assure you will feel welcome regardless of your style. With everything from omelets & frittatas to crepes, eggtc. makes the egg the star of the show with their menu options. The egg sandwiches are a go-to menu option with various variations to the breakfast staple. Try the Sunrise Egg Sandwich for a flavor combination that includes goat cheese, sauteed spinach, and onions topped with a sunny-side-up egg on a piece of wheat toast. 


Gram & Dun

600 Ward Pkwy, Kansas City, MO 64112
816-389-2900
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A more upscale brunch dining option in Kansas City is Gram & Dun. The modern, trendy restaurant serves brunch on Saturdays and Sundays from 9:30 am to 3 pm. The neighborhood vibe ensures you feel welcome and a part of the family as you pair your unique brunch plate with the perfect beverage. It’s hard to go wrong with a good taco, which is why the Breakfast Tacos at Gram & Dun is my favorite brunch menu item. The corn tortillas are full of carne asada, scrambled eggs, charred salsa, micro cilantro, and delicious breakfast potatoes. Another brunch staple is the G&D Waffle. The fluffy waffle is topped with maple syrup and vanilla honey butter. 

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Snooze An A.M. Eatery

4144 Broadway Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-601-3500
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Head Chef Peter Beffa and General Manager TJ Micreynolds are the dynamic duo when it comes to the restaurant business. Snooze An A.M. Eatery is on Broadway Blvd., making it a convenient brunch stop to fit your schedule. With brunch drink offerings from barista coffee and tea to bloody marys and cafe cocktails, there is a drink option for everyone at your table. Benedicts are a brunch staple that Snooze has expertise in. Try the Smashed Avocado Benny or the Lox-N-Latke Benny for a refreshing take on the classic dish. 


The Brass Onion

5501 W 135th St, Overland Park, KS 66223
913-851-5940
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Hospitality and comfort food make The Brass Onion one of the best brunch spots in Kansas City. The comfortable dining experience means that guests can enjoy excellent food with the feeling that they are sitting at home with family. While the dining experience at The Brass Onion is comfortable, it has an upscale vibe. The gourmet comfort food that comes out of The Brass Onion kitchen is unmatched. A brunch menu is served on Saturdays and Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm and has endless options. The Hot Chicken and Biscuit brunch entree mix sweet and salty flavor with the hot-honey glaze, adding a new dimension to the fried chicken and buttermilk biscuit combo. 


Denver Biscuit Company

4144 Pennsylvania Ave, Kansas City, MO 64111
816-800-7816
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While its origins began in Denver, the Denver Biscuit Company has a Kansas City location that is a local favorite. The homestyle cooking and specialty biscuits keep locals full and happy with various biscuit options on the menu. House-made pickles, house-made gravy, and house-made honey butter create a platform for a hearty and one-of-a-kind dining experience. The extensive biscuit selections on the menu make it tough to choose a starting point. While every biscuit I’ve tried at Denver Biscuit Company is delicious in all the right ways, The Ellsworth stands out as my favorite. Buttermilk french chicken, local Colorado honey, stone-ground mustard, and house-made pickles create an experience in your mouth you don’t want to miss. 


The Big Biscuit

Multiple locations
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Biscuits seem to be a Kansas City brunch staple as the mid-western city has a plethora of biscuit brunch menus at local restaurants. This is especially true at The Big Biscuit. With multiple locations around the city, you will find a convenient location to enjoy your brunch at the Kansas City brunch destination. From classic biscuits and gravy to omelets and scram-bowls, The Big Biscuit makes an impression on the brunch scene in KC with its variety of menu options. Labeled as a signature dish, Mayberry is a sausage and cheddar omelet, with a buttermilk biscuit topped with sausage gravy and a side of potatoes. This hearty dish lets the individual ingredients shine by highlighting their natural flavors. 

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Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social

50 E 14th St, Kansas City, MO 64106
816-448-6007
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Sunday brunch is a delicacy at Bristol Seafood + Steak + Social. Served only on Sundays from 11 am to 2 pm, the home-style cooking mixed with a professional chef flair means you’re in for a treat with anything you order. Specializing in seafood and steak, the social atmosphere combined with gourmet dining options make Bristol a top brunch option. Indulge in Carrot Cake Waffles as the fluffy Belgian-style waffle topped with cream cheese frosting, toasted pagans, and maple syrup creates a home-style plate you can’t resist. If your sweet tooth isn’t strong enough to sway you to order the waffles, try the Mediterranean Frittata. This frittata consists of roasted Roma tomatoes, artichoke heart, caramelized onions, spinach, and white cheddar served with toasted sourdough bread. 


Blvd Tavern

320 Southwest Blvd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-421-1023
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Blvd Tavern delivers a warm, hospitality-filled atmosphere with delicious food and signature drinks. The modern American Tavern boasts a comfortable neighborhood setting in the heart of Kansas City. Saturday and Sunday brunch is a draw to Blvd Tavern, especially with the $18 bottomless mimosas. Biscuits and jam are the perfect pairings to enjoy alongside the bottomless mimosas. After enjoying your biscuit and a refill on your beverage, dive into some Shrimp & Grits made with Anson Mills antebellum cheddar grits, creole spiced shrimp, andouille sausage, and tomato.


Harvey’s at Union Station

30 W Pershing Rd, Kansas City, MO 64108
816-460-2274
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With breakfast, lunch, and brunch menus, Harvey’s at Union Station specializes in light but filling dishes. The brunch menu is only available on Sundays from 10 am to 3 pm, and it’s a menu you don’t want to miss. A Cold Station, Hot Station, Carving Station, and Tableside Orders divide the menu into respective sections. The Cold Station includes peel and eat shrimp, smoked salmon, Caprese salad, and roasted vegetable salad. You can also find assorted desserts and breakfast bread served cold. The Hot Station is where you will find traditional breakfast items such as buttermilk biscuits gravy and Marnier French toast. Don’t forget the glazed ham at the Carving Station.

Why Trust Us?

When it comes to local restaurant recommendations, we pride ourselves on being a reliable and trustworthy resource. Our suggestions are not just based on our personal experiences, ensuring a more authentic and well-rounded perspective, but also on extensive online research. We diligently searched the internet and reviewed 5 credible sites and blogs, including Eatkc.com and Inkansascity.com. 

We compiled all the findings in one location and sorted them by the frequency of mentions to ensure you receive top-notch recommendations. We strive to present you with a curated list of establishments that truly stand out, allowing you to enjoy the best dining experiences possible. 

Interested in the sources we consulted? Check out the list of all 5 sites we referenced below this paragraph, offering transparency and an opportunity for our readers to explore further. Our commitment is to deliver trustworthy and unparalleled recommendations, helping you make informed decisions on your culinary journeys.

https://eatkc.com/cuisine/the-top-10-brunch-restaurants-in-kansas-city/
https://www.inkansascity.com/eat-drink/restaurants/15-of-kansas-citys-best-brunches/
https://www.feastmagazine.com/travel/kansas-city/these-are-the-best-spots-for-brunch-in-kansas-city/collection_4357451e-6840-11e9-935c-5f0860f1d451.html
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurants-g44535-zfp10606-Kansas_City_Missouri.html
https://www.brunchexpert.com/near-me/kansas-city

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Written by Brian Nagele

Brian attended West Virginia University, then started his career in the IT industry before following his passion for marketing and hospitality. He has over 20 years experience in the restaurant and bar industry.

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