The Classic Cup Cafe

A nice restaurant in the Country club plaza area. We were seated rather quickly, less than 15 minutes. The food overall was good except the bacon and breakfast potatoes were definitely overcooked almost burnt. We would have asked to have them replaced but it took 30 minutes to get that food. The sicilian omelet was really good. It reminded me of a keto stromboli, full of flavor. The marinara sauce on it was bursting full of flavor. The migas was also good and portion size was outstanding. The colossal cinnamon roll had a nice cinnamon flavor and was definitely colossal. Coffees were good. If the food arrived sooner and the bacon and potatoes werent overcooked , this would have been a spot on place to eat. I will definitely go back given the chance but will pick my meal a little more carefully.

The food I ordered was DELICIOUS! I had the home fries(side) and the Migas for breakfast. I also had coffee. I wished they had at least one "basic" breakfast option for a meal like meat, potatoes, eggs, and toast.... but I always wish breakfast places offered that so that's just a personal preference. I was traveling with a group and everyone was happy with their order and especially the service.

George is hands-down one of the best bartenders in Kansas City. Every visit to The Classic Cup on The Plaza feels elevated because of him. Not only does he make incredible drinks with consistency and skill, but he brings an energy that’s genuinely welcoming. He remembers faces, remembers orders, and treats every guest like they’ve been coming in for years. The restaurant itself is fantastic—great food, great atmosphere, and the perfect blend of upscale and comfortable. Whether you’re grabbing brunch, stopping in for dinner, or just enjoying cocktails at the bar, The Classic Cup never disappoints. It’s become an absolute must-stop for me whenever I’m visiting Kansas City from South Carolina. Between the amazing food, the warm vibe on The Plaza, and George’s top-tier service, this place is always on my list.

Anthony was amazing!! Delicious food, indoor/outdoor seating, and chill vibes. Love there is almond and oat milk options for lattes.

Stopped in for coffee and a quick bite and the place was just great! Had two kids with me but they had cartoons on the TV by the bar at least. I was mostly just there for coffee which I drink black but the server was great the cinnamon roll that I think was too rich for my kids was fantastic and the breakfast foods that I tried we're all great. I'd make it a point to visit this place next time I'm in KC

The host great gave me the menu and I sat at the bar. I was not greeted by the guy at the bar when I got there but I guess he wasn't my server. I was greeted after I got a chance to look at the menu and decide what I wanted to eat. I knew what I wanted to drink and eat. Bloody Mary but should have said spicy. The 18 wheeler was a 2 person meal. Enjoyed the French toast with no powder sugar or syrup, I Loved It. The sausage was huge but good, I dont eat a lot of sausage. The bacon was good. The eggs cooked perfect. I got a mimosa. Food and drinks 10. The service was lacking but did finish great. Atmosphere great loved the smell and music I also was intrigued with how the bottles were organized.

Lovely atmosphere! The Plaza is beautiful and perfect for this restaurant. Great for breakfast and lunch. Looking forward to returning next time we’re in Kansas City.

We received excellent hospitality during brunch—it was such a pleasure meeting Chef Tyler. Everything was fantastic—the food (shrimp Alfredo) and shrimp and grits), the drinks (Blood Orange Paloma), and the vibe! Melissa was an exceptional server—she showed up right on time and was attentive, even clearing empty drink glasses promptly, which you don’t see often anymore.

This is a true KC gem on the Country Club plaza!! We went in for a weekend brunch and sat at the bar. My wife loved her Mimosa and she also had a breakfast bowl which she enjoyed. I absolutely love their Cup Club sandwich and get that nine times out of ten. The chips are a good addition. They have plenty of outdoor seating in the front and back when the weather cooperates. They also have private rooms downstairs for holiday parties.

It's a very busy place for breakfast on weekends. It took a lot longer until the food was served. The food was just okay. Some interesting dishes that come out not quite as expected, the potatoes were good though.

Services and food was great! Menu is somewhat limited. Love people watching on the patio.

This was the perfect spot for my birthday breakfast. We were staying in the Plaza, and it was just a short walk from our hotel so no parking stress. The space is bright and airy with tons of natural light and since it was a beautiful sunny day, this place made it a great start to the morning. The staff was so friendly and attentive, which made the experience even better. I went with the pancakes and bacon which was so good and my boyfriend loved his biscuits and gravy. This is such a cute little spot for breakfast or brunch if you're in the area.

Great spot for brunch! We sat outside and enjoyed our meal. The eggs Benedict with smoked salmon (Pacific Northwest Benedict) was very good. The cinnamon roll sounded amazing so we ordered that, too. It was BIG (definitely a shareable order), but I felt it was a bit dry.

This is a nostalgic stop for me.. coming home to KC I thought this would be a great place to meet friends for breakfast. Large tables.. it was perfect. The hostess didn't say a peep when I walked in so I totally missed her! That was a bit odd. Our server was excellent, food was excellent. We like the CC

I had a fantastic ratatouille sandwich on a rainy summer day and the combination of flavors was wonderful.

We have been here several times and every time we are satisfied. Classic Cup is delicious. Everything we have tried has been excellent. They have a coffee bar so you can have drip coffee and/or espresso. I personally love the cold brew. Service is always fast. Wait staff is terrific. Ambience is nice. You can sit inside or outside.

Disappointed... I have always loved coming here over the years and RSVP'd for brunch weeks in advance to celebrate my sister-in-law's bachelorette weekend (only 4 of us in attendance so not a large party). We were seated at our table and took a while to be waited on. We then sat at our table for over 60 minutes with no check-in from our waitress or warning that the kitchen was backed up. We nearly missed our spa appointment and never got our food. We would have really appreciated a warning when we checked in about how long food service was taking that day and would've been more appreciative to come back a different day and go somewhere else to actually have time to eat. We left hungry, frustrated and rushed to our following appointment on a day that was meant for fun and relaxation.

Another great spot walking distance from the Hilton. Get there early as there was quite a line at the 9:00 am opening time. We sat on the front covered patio, although the side/ back one has lots of umbrellas. I wish we had got to that one because the traffic noise can be loud and distracting out front. Service, even though they were fairly busy was prompt. My wife ordered the chicken salad sandwich and fries while I had the biscuits and gravy with home fries. They have all day breakfast and lunch here, so depending on your mood, they have you covered. She enjoyed the ciabatta bread hers was served on and the fries had a satisfying crunch when bit into. My biscuits were a tad hard on the bottom, requiring a knife to cut them, but they had great flavor and the sausage gravy was quite savory. We will return on our next visit.

Food was wonderful, service was fabulous, and loved the ambiance! We split the quiche lorraine and the ratatouille sourdough sandwich; we added on the fries which were great, side of fresh fruit, and tomato bisque soup! So good.

I ordered the biscuits and gravy with a side of bacon, and I honestly wasn't impressed. I felt that the biscuits were a bit dry, the gravy quite bland, and the bacon nothing to write home about. I would have been more impressed with Big Biscuit or Corner Cafe. If the prices were more reasonable, I don't think I'd be as critical of my review. I would not go back unless my friends all wanted to go.

The service was amazing, we sat outside in the front and the vibes were great but the food itself is mid. The vanilla latte was incredibly sweet and the hollandaise sauce was watery but the potatoes were delicious. If you go and it's nice out ask to set outside in the front that way you have a cute view. We had a reservation but I heard they had about a hour wait so be aware of that.

BAD PLACE. NEVER GOT OUT FOOD. We made reservations here at least two weeks in advance. We got here and we sat inside. Right over a vent. It was freezing. The waitress was nice at first, took our orders and everything was going fine. 45 mins later, we still hadn't gotten our food so we asked her to check on it. She said they would be another 15 mins but they were slammed because the patio was full. Meanwhile, the inside was nearly empty. They shouldn't be prioritizing the patio if we had gotten there 45 minutes beforehand. After waiting more, she came back and said it would be 15 mins. So we said ok we can wait but we have another appointment to get to (we had 2 hrs to eat and get there which seemed like plenty of time) so we'll have to rush and take the check now. Then another 5 minutes goes by and she comes back and say she isn't confident it would be done in 15. At this point it has been over an hour that we've been waiting and we really had no time to wait more and be able to eat so we left. They didn't charge for our drinks and I wouldn't have paid even if they did. It sounds like she just forgot to put in our order and was blaming everything else... for her to not even come check and give us updates on when our food out be out is crazy. Never coming here again. BOOOOO

Pretty much a local diner so was not what we expected for a fun Friday morning in the city Not crowded at all Maybe a different location would be better as we heard good things about this spot

Went back here recently for breakfast. We had Friday off and decided to have breakfast on the now declining Plaza. Food was wonderful. I had the Brisket hash. Flavor was great and quantity was satisfying. Get a cinnamon roll to start off -just because. Service was wonderful. Our waiter was great. This place was packed too. The food is overpriced, let's just get that out of the way. Breakfast does not nor should it cost this much. You're paying for location. Ambiance is great. They also offer some interesting meal options. Coffee was excellent and I never had to ask for a refill.

This is my go to place on the Plaza. Outdoor seating and great food. I choose this place over all the fancy places every time.

Food was delicious, service was promot and friendly, the ambience remains both cozy and elegant, wven on a thrumming easter morning.

Great food, yummy drinks, and efficient and friendly service. Fun Saturday morning atmosphere.

We came to see "La Copa America 2024" and we stayed at the Hilton Country Club. The first morning it rained a lot so we looked for a place to have breakfast nearby. We found The Classic Cup cafe and the truth is that we were very lucky to find it. Inside it is nice and clean. Our waitress was professional and friendly. We went again today and we had the same waitress, Nailey ( not sure if her name spelled like that, dark hair, glasses, very sweet) When she arrived at the table, she brought water as we asked for yesterday, she remembered what we had eaten (there were 4 of us) and she also remembered our tastes in food and asked us if we would pay the bill in two different cards like yesterday. What a memory! and she was so kind to us. I ordered the famous pancakes they offering and I think they were the most delicious pancakes I have ever eaten, good grits, delicious bacon, totally recommended.

Delicious Brunch with a view on the Plaza! The service was great! Make sure to get yourself a Bloody Mary also

Excellent food! Excellent Service! Friendly, Family atmosphere! These comments were perfectly stated 85 characters would be redundant! (:-)

The smoked brisket hash was full of flavor and the potatoes were crispy. The service was efficient and fast. There are options to sit either inside the restaurant or outdoors on the patio.

We went here for a team brunch. The Manager was so helpful when I called to make a reservation. The service was fantastic and food was great!

We enjoyed our experience here. We had a very short time to order, eat, and her to our next Saturday activity. Our food came out hot and fast!! The scimeca omelette was delicious. They did not skimp on the sausage and I loved it. My drink was amazing as well. Great spot for breakfast/brunch. Cute and simple decor nothing fancy, good service, worthy to add to your brunch list. I'll Be back

Great service and tasty food. I got the everything bagel sandwich and my husband got the brisket hash. Both delicious. Would recommend to friends

Food was great as well as the service. We really enjoyed the biscuits and gravy as well as the northwest Benny. We will definitely be back.

I really love this place! I have been here a couple of times and it has always been a really enjoyable experience. I always make a reservation and it goes smoothly every time. My servers have been really sweet and attentive, even when it was busy on Easter! I have tried the hummus, avocado tartine, everything bagelwich, and pot pie. The bagelwich and hummus are must haves for me. They are delicious! I have also tried their espresso martini which is just so yummy. I am excited to try their cup club next time I go!

The location is perfect for an intimate breakfast or lunch during a work day or a fun day out. The food is always reliable and delicious. I love their coffee. The staff is always nice.

The Classic Cup is just that. It is a Classic on the Plaza. Since 1977 they have been pleasing the KC faithful. It comes as no surprise to us. We love this place, and it is a go-to staple. No matter how many times we staycation in KC, at least one morning starts here. This morning we went crazy. How can you be super hungry after stuffing yourself the night before? I never really understand. Start me off with an Irish Coffee. Why? No short pour here; they nail it. Today I want the Sicilian Omelet. Once again no shortage of ingredients, and the sausage flavor is so good. Get it. Just get it. Off the charts good, as are the potatos. (Ask for them to make them extra crispy) Want something other than the Sicilian? Migas is excellent, and the biscuits and gravy are soooo good! BTW I not only had the Sicilian but split an order of pancakes. Don't judge me. I told you right at the start I was hungry. Don't miss this cafe. It is rated in the top ten cafes in America, and for me, it is simply number one. Enjoy KC people; our city is great.

great menu variety and crazy fast service, which was perfect with three hungry kiddos...make sure and order the cinnamon roll #boyswhobrunchkc

I live nearby so I have eaten here from time to time, but always something wrong, from dirty flatware to dried lipstick on glassware or wilted salad, I hesitate to eat here again. They are quick to discount the meal but I just can't give a higher rating.

Food was seasoned to preference. Server ( George) was prompt, friendly and knowledgeable. I had the chicken and waffles. Excellent flavor, just could have used more of the wild mushroom gravy. She had salmon salad. Very tasty.

Grabbed lunch at the classic cup while on the plaza. We went on a Friday around noon, and there were plenty of spots. I ordered the Reuben with fries. The meat on the sandwich was dry, but it had good flavor overall. Fries were perfect and service was great.

Food is good for brunch! Service was good as well. In terms of value for dollar, I'd say the prices were a bit high for the amount of food you get (got the hash). Inside can get loud so would recommend sitting outside if you can.

Great place for breakfast! Our waitress was really friendly and sweet. There was 5 of us. I had the Everything Bagelwich with the chive cream cheese on the side. It was great! My friends split the vegetable omelets and were happy. The coffee was good. The food came pretty quickly. Definitely would go again!

FOOD mediocre meal of brisket & eggs with wilted spinach ATMOSPHERE small space but clean SERVICE superb wait staff for a party of 14. In conclusion, I'm unsure I'd try this place again. I heard the pancakes & cinnamon rolls are great.

Food here has always been great. I am especially fond of the Eggs Benedict. That coupled with a great location and service makes the restaurant a winner.

I LOVE the classic cup! It has great atmosphere and is a lovely place to brunch! The service is always great too.

A must try! I am a breakfast/brunch gal and loved the staff, food, and coffee! is an important piece to my breakfast and it was so good. I highly recommend. Looking forward to coming back and trying some lunch as well.

Great food, service and ambiance. Our waiter has been there for several years. There were 8 of us and everyone gave CC high marks.

Good food. Quick service. Great location! pancakes, migas was good! Bacon! Coffee. Only down side is their extra charge to use credit card so have debit card or cash. Not big deal since food and service was good

The Classic Cup Cafe did not disappoint. We lived in KC for 8 years prior to moving to CA 12 years ago. I was so happy that the old was exactly like I remembered. The food was amazing, staff courteous and the ambiance was amazing.

Haven't been back to Classic Cup in many years and they now are only open for breakfast and lunch. Came here for brunch on a Sunday after staying on the plaza with girlfriends. Solid food, takes reservations, good fast service. We shared the cinnamon roll which was delicious and then 2 of us shared the everything bagel sandwich which was fine but the potatoes were great.

We were in Kansas City walking around downtown when we came upon this cute restaurant. It looked very quaint breakfast menu was all day, so we decided to try it. The inside is very cute. We were waited on right away and gave the server our orders. The server brought waters to our table. Right away, I noticed there were lip marks on my glass-no made by me. The food came out pretty quickly. First, the soup. My tomato bisque was very good as well as the ham and bean. I got the quiche Lorraine. It was very thick and had a pretty thick crust. One side of it was a little cold while the other was nice and hot. It was a little undercooked and somewhat runny on the inside. The Moroccan chicken sandwich was good. The French fries were very good....nice and crunchy.

Wow the seasonal stuffed French toast was so good and filling. The pumpkin syrup was great and a good fall addition. Even in a big group they refilled out coffees and waters full every time.

Great spot, great service, wife and I split the club and the mac & cheese, lovely view of the Plaza would come back again

Cozy, comfortable spot with a great outdoor seating area! The food is delicious, and the seasonal menu is always a go-to. Friendly, quick staff, and in a very walkable area.

This groovy little spot dials up the ambiance with delicious food and friendly service. My veggie omelette was divine and my hubby enjoyed his western style open face breakfast burrito. We ate inside due to rain but look forward to dining on one of the patios the next time we visit.