"Sunlight and space set the mood at Gram & Dun, where the dining room feels calm, modern, and quietly inviting. Located on the Country Club Plaza, the restaurant balances polish with comfort, offering a setting that encourages you to settle in rather than rush through a meal. The fried blackened catfish is the clearest expression of the kitchen’s strengths. The fillet arrives generously sized, its crust crisp and well seasoned, delivering warmth and spice without overwhelming the fish itself. Inside, the catfish remains moist and flaky, cooked with care and restraint. A creamy sauce adds richness, while a charred lemon brings brightness and balance, keeping the dish grounded and focused. Everything on the plate feels intentional. Garnishes are there for flavor, not decoration, and the interplay between spice, acidity, and richness is well judged. It is satisfying food that does not try to prove a point. Cocktails follow the same philosophy. They are fresh, balanced, and easy to enjoy, complementing the meal rather than competing with it. The room, filled with natural light, wood tones, and greenery, reinforces that sense of ease. Gram & Dun succeeds by knowing exactly what it is. It offers familiar flavors, carefully refined, in a space that feels welcoming rather than staged. In a neighborhood defined by elegance, it delivers something simpler and more enduring: a comfortable room, confident cooking, and food that invites you back without insisting on attention."

"This visit was disappointing from the start. The food had almost no flavor and nothing on the table showed any real effort. We ordered the breakfast burrito, biscuits and gravy, waffles, and beignets. Every dish came out bland. The beignets were the low point. They were heavy, doughy, and served with a gross apple butter that only made them worse. Anyone who has had real beignets in New Orleans will notice the miss instantly. The table next to us tried one, pushed the plate aside, and left the rest untouched. That says it all. The Bloody Mary was solid and the drink menu is priced fairly. The drawback is the quiet upcharge when they ask if you want Tito’s. The service was painfully adequate, never rude but never engaged. Overall this is a forgettable place. Nothing was memorable and nothing would bring us back. Three out of five feels generous but fair"

"Such a great brunch spot in Kansas City! They have a good selection of entrees for both meat eaters and vegetarians. I highly recommend the chicken and waffles! The waffle is so fluffy and cooked to perfection. Their Hugo Spritz is also a MUST try if you’re in to drinks with your brunch. It was so good, ordered two! The service was great and the atmosphere in the restaurant is cute and cozy."

"Perfect place for our GNO dinner during our Christmas weekend at the plaza❤️ Great atmosphere and exceptional food choices. The Hanger Steak dinner was cooked perfectly, as well as the Brick Pressed Chicken. We met Stephen as he walked through checking on tables. He has some great stories to share! We'll be back!"

"We come here almost every time we visit KC, and almost always for Brunch on Sunday before we head home. So good. The food, beverages, and always excellent service! PS, make sure to get the fresh fruit. So good."