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Grünauer, Kansas City, MO

Grünauer

4.9
4.9
5373 Reviews
$31 to $50
Austrian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Grünauer offers a classic Viennese gasthaus menu in the beautiful, historic Freighthouse. Located just north of Union Station in KC's premier dining and arts neighborhood- The Crossroads, Grünauer has been serving authentic Austrian and Central European cuisine since 2010 (with a focus on German and Hungarian as well). A beautiful biergarten, a gorgeous full bar and a lofted event space all add to the ambience and character of this KC classic. Make your reservation today! Classic dishes such as Hungarian beef gulasch (goulash), wiener schnitzel, apple strudel and more are always available. Frequent seasonal changes to our menu allow us to incorporate local produce, hiqh quality proteins and other items that are not available year round.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Austrian, German, European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:00–20:45 Fri, Sat 15:00–21:45 Sun 15:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (816) 283-3234
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Matthias Seyfrid
  • Private party facilities
    send enquiries to office@grunauerkc.com
  • Area
    Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
  • Cross Street
    Baltimore
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided free of charge directly south of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    .2 mi (south and west) of KC streetcar stop at 19th & Main
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,373 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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  • Kansas City, Missouri

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  • Kansas City, Missouri

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  • Kansas City, Missouri

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  • Kansas City, Missouri

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Grünauer offers an authentic European dining experience with "amazing and authentic" German and Austrian dishes. Guests rave about the "excellent service" and "knowledgeable staff." The beer and wine selection impresses, and the cozy atmosphere is perfect for special occasions. While some note noise levels, the overall experience remains "outstanding" and "highly recommended."

5,373 Reviews
  1. Mitch VIP

    West Palm Beach23 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    An excellent and unique dining experience. Hard to find quality Austrian/ German/ Hungarian cuisine but Grunauer knocks it out of the part and is consistently excellent

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  2. Melissa

    St. Louis4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is truly a haven that elevates your dining experience from the moment you step in. The servers are exceptionally warm and helpful, making you feel right at home. We've had the pleasure of dining here twice, driving all the way from St. Louis, and each time has been nothing short of extraordinary. The food is a symphony of flavors, the beer selection is impressive, and the desserts are a masterpiece. This restaurant is a shining example of excellence, offering unbeatable value without breaking the bank. We can't wait to return and experience it all again. It's a truly fulfilling experience that leaves you inspired and wishing every dining experience could be this exceptional.

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  3. Ronald VIP

    Dallas29 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent menu selections, with prices ranging from reasonable to “OMG how much?” Great service from Madison, on a quiet Saturday afternoon. Food presentation excellent, but we’ve had better pork schnitzel…

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  4. DanC

    Kansas City10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ausgezeichnet! Wie immer!! Excellent! As always!!

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  5. RobertZ VIP

    Kansas City9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been coming here for over a decade and it is, hands down, our favorite restaurant in Kansas City. Anytime someone is new to KC. There are 3 places I take them, a Jazz Club, a BBQ Joint, and Grunauer. I know many of the servers, and it’s always nice to see the owner in the restaraunt. We miss some pre pandemic menu items, like The tiny cut frittes with dipping sauce for one, but it’s nice to have that memory. The pork schnitzel with red cabbage and a side of parsley potatoes are a shared order, every time. The Biedermeier has evolved over the years, last night it was much more vermouth and Amaro forward. But if you like a Manhattan - it’s YOUR drink. I do miss the days when it was made with Bookers and had more of an orange flavor. But, with the 4 roses last night and giving it time to settle in and melt the ice, it is a formidable adult beverage. I came to the conclusion that a decade of consistency in a specialty drink is a large ask - and when removing the comparison. I enjoyed the drink. Apple strudel with a side of ice cream and the Meinl coffee to finish. It’s hard to get a better place to take your favorite person, slow down, and have a love pat to your tummy.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a delicious meal. The restaurant is very nice.

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  7. Brian

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best German food since well, sitting in a small restaurant in the Black Forest of Germany. Had a cocktail with beet and kraut juice. Don’t knock it til you’ve tried it. Amazing.

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  8. Jean

    Greater Boston24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delightful setting with authentic food. The building restoration is lovely and the story of how they got there is charming.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Kansas City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A great meal as always, very consistent staff!!

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    Greater Boston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Most authentic Austrian food outside of Austria.

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Grünauer is rated 4.9 stars by 5373 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for Grünauer

101 W. 22nd Street, Historic Freight House, Kansas City, MO 64108

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Baltimore
  • Area
    Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30–15:00 Sat, Sun 11:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 15:00–20:45 Fri, Sat 15:00–21:45 Sun 15:00–20:30
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Austrian, German, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Ample parking provided free of charge directly south of the restaurant.
  • Public transit
    .2 mi (south and west) of KC streetcar stop at 19th & Main
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Matthias Seyfrid
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (816) 283-3234
  • Private party facilities
    send enquiries to office@grunauerkc.com
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