Cosmo Burger
Cosmo Burger is a contemporary burger restaurant founded by Jacob Kruger and part of the 916 Hospitality group. Established in 2020 at Dodson’s Bar & Commons in Waldo, Kansas City, it quickly gained recognition for its smashburgers and to-go cocktail options, adapting successfully to pandemic challenges. After building a loyal customer base and operating a stall at Lenexa Public Market, the business expanded in 2025 to its first standalone location in the Crossroads District of Kansas City. The new 1,700-square-foot restaurant features a vibrant atmosphere with bar seating, booths, and multiple TVs, offering a diverse menu of burgers, shakes, cocktails, and local beverages. With planned future expansions including a tech-based dart experience, Cosmo Burger aspires to become a staple in Kansas City’s dynamic food scene.
News Summary
Cosmo Burger has opened a new standalone location in Kansas City’s Crossroads District, celebrating its soft opening before a grand opening. Founded by Jacob Kruger, the restaurant quickly gained popularity with its smashburgers and tater tots since its initial launch in 2020. The new location marks its first standalone restaurant, offering an extensive menu and a vibrant atmosphere to attract a variety of diners. With plans for future expansion, Cosmo Burger aims to solidify its place in Kansas City’s culinary scene.
Kansas City Welcomes New Cosmo Burger Location
Cosmo Burger has officially opened a new standalone location at 1815 Locust St. in Kansas City’s Crossroads District. The restaurant celebrated its soft opening ahead of a grand opening set for Monday, July 7, 2025.
Founded by Jacob Kruger, Cosmo Burger is part of the 916 Hospitality restaurant group. Initially launched in 2020 at Dodson’s Bar & Commons in Waldo, the restaurant quickly made a name for itself with its smashburgers and tater tots. During the pandemic, it focused on to-go cocktail sales, adapting to the changing landscape of dining.
Restaurant Background and Expansion
After establishing a loyal customer base at the original location, Cosmo Burger expanded to a stall in the Lenexa Public Market, which was operational until its closure earlier this spring. The new Crossroads location marks the establishment’s first standalone restaurant, reflecting its growth and ambition in the competitive dining scene.
Menu Offerings
The interior of Cosmo Burger features a vibrant atmosphere with a bar seating 12 guests, numerous booths, scattered tables, and four televisions distributing engaging content. The restaurant boasts a total of 1,700 square feet of space, accommodating a comfortable dining experience.
The menu showcases a variety of items showcasing the restaurant’s burger-centric philosophy. Visitors can expect to find smashburgers priced at $9 for a single, $12 for a double, and $15 for a triple. A vegan option is also available for $12. Standard toppings include American cheese, grilled onions, pickles, and a signature burger sauce. Additional customizing options feature peanut butter, chopped chiles, or an egg for an extra charge.
In addition to the burgers, customers can explore other offerings such as french fries, tater tots, traditional and boozy milkshakes, floats, phosphate sodas, and a selection of cocktails, beer, and wine. Beverage prices include a unique pickle margarita for $12 and the Hamm Sandwich cocktail for $8. Local beer selections feature options like Alma Mader Pilsner and Tank 7, with wine priced at $6 per glass. Classic shakes like chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry are available for $7 each, while the special Elvis Shake comes in at $12.
Operational Hours and Strategic Location
Cosmo Burger will operate from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on weekdays and offer extended hours from 11 a.m. to midnight on weekends, ensuring that it caters to both lunch and late-night dining crowds.
The restaurant is strategically located near other popular establishments such as Grinders Pizza and HITIDES Coffee. The co-owners, the Patels, view the proximity to these eateries as beneficial, fostering a synergistic atmosphere rather than competition in the culinary landscape of the Crossroads District.
Future Plans
Looking ahead, the owners of Cosmo Burger have plans to open Arrow Dart Club, a technology-based dart experience, in the same building, further enriching the dining and entertainment offerings in the area. Additionally, the Patels are exploring further expansion opportunities beyond Kansas City to better serve hungry burger enthusiasts.
With its commitment to quality and a diverse menu, Cosmo Burger aims to become a staple within Kansas City’s vibrant food scene while catering to a variety of tastes and preferences.
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Additional Resources
- Startland News: Cosmo Burger Opens in Crossroads
- Kansas City Star: New Dining Openings
- Kansas City Magazine: Cosmo Burger’s New Location
- Google Search: Cosmo Burger Kansas City
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Hamburger
