We had the late wave for a volleyball tournament. So we decided to go grab some brunch downtown. This place had great pictures and reviews so we decided to give it a try. But what drew me in to be honest was the homemade popped heart I’m a sucker for pop tarts so I wanted to see what the homemade version they had tasted like. My daughter ordered the turkey avocado Benedict and devoured all of it so I’m guessing it was delicious. I did not get one bite and she usually shares. I had the biscuits and gravy, cheesy grits, and two eggs over easy. The biscuits and gravy were really good. Our server gave them a rating of 8.5 out of 10 and I would say they were probably more of a 7 out of 10. But they were good. The cherry popped heart was warm and fresh. It took me back to eating frosted pop tarts warmed up in a toaster before school. Although this is more of a chain restaurant and we usually don’t hit those very often. It had a very inviting atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. So next time we’re in Kansas City, you might catch us eating a cherry or cinnamon popped heart. Update to the story two days later I walked six blocks in 10° weather to get some popped parts for the volleyball girls before we played in the gold bracket.
HomeGrown Kansas City
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We had the late wave for a volleyball tournament. So we decided to go grab some brunch downtown. This place had great pictures and reviews so we decided to give it a try. But what drew me in to be honest was the homemade popped heart I’m a sucker for pop tarts so I wanted to see what the homemade version they had tasted like. My daughter ordered the turkey avocado Benedict and devoured all of it so I’m guessing it was delicious. I did not get one bite and she usually shares. I had the biscuits and gravy, cheesy grits, and two eggs over easy. The biscuits and gravy were really good. Our server gave them a rating of 8.5 out of 10 and I would say they were probably more of a 7 out of 10. But they were good. The cherry popped heart was warm and fresh. It took me back to eating frosted pop tarts warmed up in a toaster before school. Although this is more of a chain restaurant and we usually don’t hit those very often. It had a very inviting atmosphere and the staff was very friendly and knowledgeable. So next time we’re in Kansas City, you might catch us eating a cherry or cinnamon popped heart. Update to the story two days later I walked six blocks in 10° weather to get some popped parts for the volleyball girls before we played in the gold bracket.
There's nothing I love more than a cute breakfast spot, and this one definitely hit the spot. I ordered the classic buttermilk pancakes and they were amazing! I also got an iced vanilla latte with oat milk. It wasn’t the best coffee I’ve ever had, but I definitely should’ve gone with the seasonal pumpkin flavor instead. There were four of us, and the booth felt a little tight, but overall I had a great experience and would definitely come back.
There's nothing I love more than a cute breakfast spot, and this one definitely hit the spot. I ordered the classic buttermilk pancakes and they were amazing! I also got an iced vanilla latte with oat milk. It wasn’t the best coffee I’ve ever had, but I definitely should’ve gone with the seasonal pumpkin flavor instead. There were four of us, and the booth felt a little tight, but overall I had a great experience and would definitely come back.
I've stumbled upon Homegrown Kitchen while in town for a conference. One lunch turned into two. Let’s talk about the tomato soup. I ordered it both times. This wasn’t your run-of-the-mill soup—it was a creamy, hearty homage to 1950s Americana comfort food, elevated with sharp cheddar and crowned with homemade croutons. First visit: Traditional Eggs Benedict. The eggs had golden yolks and the silky hollandaise. Second visit: Country Benny—a Midwestern masterpiece. As someone from Europe, let me just say: biscuits are a brilliant gastronomic invention, and whoever thought to pair them with thick, meaty gravy deserves an award.