Holy Brunch KC
Holy Brunch KC was founded by Drue Stewart during the COVID-19 pandemic as a food truck aiming to fill the lack of brunch options in Kansas City. Recognizing the high demand for their innovative dishes and social media popularity, Stewart established the first brick-and-mortar location in the summer of 2022. Specializing in unique, made-from-scratch brunch dishes such as waffles topped with Cinnamon Toast Crunch and strawberries, Holy Brunch KC quickly gained a devoted following. The restaurant is set to expand in mid-2024 to a larger 16,000-square-foot space, featuring diverse dining areas, a rooftop, and accommodating large groups, reflecting its growth and commitment to culinary creativity and community engagement.
News Summary
Kansas City is witnessing a vibrant expansion in its brunch sector with innovative dishes and new restaurants committed to local and sustainable ingredients. Holy Brunch KC is relocating to a larger venue, enhancing its family-friendly and high-end brunch experiences. Other establishments like Blue Bird Bistro and Los Alamos Cocina are also enriching the dining landscape with their creative menus based on seasonal produce. This shift reflects a growing trend towards unique flavors and farm-to-table dining in the city.
Kansas City is undergoing a significant expansion in its brunch scene, with new establishments and innovative dishes offering a blend of local ingredients and culinary creativity. These new ventures not only introduce unique flavors to the menu but also highlight the community’s emphasis on sustainable sourcing and seasonal dining.
Among the newcomers, Holy Brunch KC is poised to make a substantial impact when it relocates in early June or July 2024 to a newly acquired 16,000-square-foot space at 4128 Broadway, previously occupied by Westport Ale House. This space will feature a family-friendly first floor, offering made-from-scratch waffles, waffle sliders, and stuffed French toast, catering to a diverse clientele. The lower level is designed as a high-end VIP all-you-can-eat brunch venue, while a rooftop area will be accessible to all customers.
Owner Drue Stewart, who initially started Holy Brunch KC as a food truck during the pandemic to fill a lack of brunch options, opened the first brick-and-mortar location in the summer of 2022. The restaurant specializes in unique dishes that have gained popularity on social media platforms, with offerings like waffles topped with Cinnamon Toast Crunch and fresh strawberries. Due to high demand and space constraints at the original location, Stewart notes that large group reservations were often turned down, prompting the need for a larger establishment.
Other significant additions to Kansas City’s brunch offerings include Blue Bird Bistro, where rotating pancakes feature seasonal ingredients sourced directly from local farms, and Los Alamos Cocina, which creates Mexican classics like green chili ribs based on daily ingredient availability. The menu at both establishments reflects a commitment to creativity and local sourcing.
Clay & Fire enriches the city’s brunch landscape with its Georgian chirbuli stew and fresh flatbreads, combining international flavors with ingredients sourced locally. Meanwhile, 1900 Barker in Lawrence crafts its croissants over a meticulous three-day process, using milk from a nearby dairy to emphasize community support in its baking practices.
Kansas City’s brunch scene is also illustrated through the beloved Westside Local, a farm-to-table restaurant known for its warm environment and excellent service. Its menu features highly recommended dishes like the Portabella Sammy, a popular vegan sandwich, as well as a signature margarita crafted with agave instead of cane sugar, appealing to health-conscious diners.
Additionally, Two Sugars Coffee in Kansas City provides a bright and inviting space ideal for both casual meetings and work sessions, further enhancing the area’s vibrant brunch culture.
As Holy Brunch KC prepares for its move and expansion, the restaurant aims to capture overflow from neighboring establishments such as Snooze A.M. Eatery while being mindful of its community impact. A new concept, Holy Ghost, will emerge in the current Holy Brunch space, focusing on a diverse menu featuring hibachi, burritos, bowls, and ramen.
This surge in brunch options not only enriches Kansas City’s culinary landscape but also demonstrates a growing trend towards farm-to-table dining and innovative food experiences. As local chefs and restaurateurs continue to experiment with flavors, patrons can look forward to a dynamic brunch experience that reflects both tradition and modern culinary practices.
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Additional Resources
- Startland News: Holy Brunch KC Relocation
- Wikipedia: Brunch
- Kansas City Star: Local News
- Google Search: Kansas City brunch restaurants
- Kansas City Magazine: Food Vendor News
- Google Scholar: Kansas City culinary experiences
- Fox 4 KC: Elevated Brunch
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Brunch
- KC Today: Brunch Restaurants
- Google News: Kansas City food news
