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Grünauer, Kansas City, MO

Grünauer

4.9
4.9
5300 Reviews
$31 to $50
Austrian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 88 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for craft beers
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 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (816) 283-3234
  • Website
    http://grunauerkc.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive chef
    Matthias Seyfrid
  • Private party facilities
    send enquiries to office@grunauerkc.com
  • Location
    101 W. 22nd Street, Historic Freight House, Kansas City, MO 64108
  • Neighborhood
    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

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    Last updated: October 3, 2023

    What 5,300 people are saying

    Overall ratings and reviews

    Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

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

    Noise • Moderate

    Loved For

    • Kansas City, MO

      Best Overall

    • Kansas City, MO

      Best Food

    Review summary

    AI-generated from verified diner reviews
    Grünauer offers an "authentic Austrian dining experience" with delicious Viennese cuisine and an impressive German beer selection. Guests rave about the "fantastic service" and cozy ambiance. The outdoor biergarten is a must, despite occasional rail noise. Known for its "world-class schnitzel," Grünauer is a Kansas City gem for both locals and visitors.

    5,300 Reviews

    1. Lisa

      VIP

      Kansas City

      4 reviews

      5.0

      4 reviews

      Dined today

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Great food! Our server was knowledgeable and fun.

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    2. Craig

      VIP

      New Orleans

      21 reviews

      5.0

      21 reviews

      Dined 1 day ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 4
      Great food and excellent service. This is a real taste of Austria and Germany.

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    3. Brian

      VIP

      Kansas City

      7 reviews

      4.0

      7 reviews

      Dined 3 days ago

      1. Overall 4
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 4
      4. Ambience 4
      The table was too small for our party. Not enough room for all plates and glasses, and felt a little cramped with personal space.

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    4. Kerry

      Kansas City

      19 reviews

      5.0

      19 reviews

      Dined 4 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Exceptional waiter. Food flavor and presentation right on. Very enjoyable.

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    5. Diane

      Kansas City

      1 review

      5.0

      1 review

      Dined 4 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Fantastic Christmas Eve early dinner. Good food and always great service. Classy, but casual.

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    6. Lee

      Kansas City

      1 review

      5.0

      1 review

      Dined 4 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Very great service! Great German authentic food.

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    7. Konrad

      Kansas City

      1 review

      5.0

      1 review

      Dined 5 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Excellent service! Excellent food! Great staff recommendations on food & drink.

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    8. Judy

      Kansas City

      6 reviews

      5.0

      6 reviews

      Dined 5 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Food was great. We have good service. Noise level a little loud. Will return.

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    9. Jake

      Charleston

      1 review

      5.0

      1 review

      Dined 5 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      This is my favorite restaurant in Kansas City. Dining here makes me feel like I’m back in Salzburg! Great service and selection.

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    10. Margaret

      Kansas City

      4 reviews

      5.0

      4 reviews

      Dined 6 days ago

      1. Overall 5
      2. Food 5
      3. Service 5
      4. Ambience 5
      Our favorite meal at Grunauer's is Stelze for two. It is always excellent, presented perfectly an a culinary treat.

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    FAQs

    Grünauer is rated 4.9 stars by 5300 OpenTable diners.

    Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

    Make a reservation

    2 people
    7:00 PM
    Booked 88 times today
    Google Map for Grünauer

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

    Dining areas

    Additional information

    • Cross street
      Baltimore
    • Neighborhood
      Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
    • Hours of operation
      Lunch Wed–Fri 11:30 am–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 11:00 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 3:00 pm–8:45 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 3:00 pm–8:30 pm
    • 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
    • Website
      http://grunauerkc.com/
    • Phone number
      (816) 283-3234
    • Private party facilities
      send enquiries to office@grunauerkc.com

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