From Grill to Glaze—Indulge in Every Delicious Moment.
Kansas City's neighborhood spot for soulful comfort food, savory grill favorites, and irresistible homemade desserts—made fresh, served with heart.
Bold Flavors, Sweet Indulgences
JennyJen's Sweet Shop & Grill is a proudly Black-owned soul food restaurant on Kansas City's East Side, at 39th & Indiana Ave near Ivanhoe and Oak Park. We serve Southern comfort food and grill favorites—smash burgers, fried chicken, Philly cheesesteaks, shrimp po'boys, and salmon burgers—alongside homemade desserts like banana pudding and cheesecake. Dine in, pick up, or get soul food delivered across Kansas City. Every dish is made with love and care, just like we'd prepare it for our own family.
What We're Known For
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Single Smash Burger Meal
Juicy hand-crafted patty, cheese, grilled onions, lettuce & tomato. Includes can drink & fries.
$10.00
The 911 Chicken & Waffle Sandwich
Four crispy chicken, four fried eggs & two hash browns stacked between two full-size Belgian waffles.
$30.00
Flaming Hot Burger Meal
Two smash patties, pepper jack, hot cheetos, cheese sauce & jalapeños on a flaming bun.
$13.00
B.L.T Sandwich Meal
Fresh crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo on toast. Includes can drink & side.
$12.00
Wolf Pack Feast
Bacon double smash burger, loaded fries, 5 crispy wings & 4 hot honey tenders—built to share.
$40.00
Shrimp Po'Boy Meal
Crispy shrimp, special po'boy sauce, shredded lettuce, tomato & pickles. Includes drink & side.
$13.00Straight from the Kitchen
Order →Two patties, cheddar, fried onions, onion rings & BBQ sauce.
Order →Salmon patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, raw onions, tartar sauce.
Order →No bread—two juicy chicken thighs as the "bun" around a double smash burger, zesty sauce.
Order →Crispy chicken, lettuce, tomato, pickles, signature zesty sauce.
Order →Crispy, juicy wings with hot seasoned fries.
Order →Tender pork chop on Texas toast, lettuce, tomato, raw onion, zesty sauce.
Order →Fluffy, buttery biscuits smothered in rich homemade sausage gravy.
Order →Rotel cheese mix, hash brown, shredded cheese, scrambled eggs, chopped meat, peppers & onions.
Order →Meat, eggs and cheese.
Order →Tacos from $2 (beef, chicken, birria, fish, shrimp), taco box & salad. Tue 11AM–3PM.
Order →Tomatoes, carrots, cucumbers, onions, cheese, boiled eggs, bacon bits, olives, peppers, croutons.
Order →Add chicken, steak, shrimp & broccoli. Thu 11AM–3PM.
Built to Share — Kansas City's Boldest Cheat Meals
For when you came to eat. Our Big Back Menu stacks viral, oversized comfort food: the giant Jen's Heavyweight Chicken Burger, the Wolf Pack Feast, and the famous 911 Chicken & Waffle Sandwich.
Daily Specials
A different reason to stop by every day of the week.
Catering for Your Next Event
Freshly prepared, professionally delivered—from an office lunch for 20 to a wedding for 200. Corporate events, weddings, private parties & holiday gatherings.
What Kansas City Says
★★★★★"The customer service of the establishment is second to none. Cheesecake Fruit Salad was a GAME CHANGER!"
— Marquise R.
★★★★★"The food and desserts here is fire. The customer service is top notch. The atmosphere is down home and humble."
— Patrick H.
★★★★★"Saw this place on TikTok and I wasn't disappointed. Excellent service and the food was delicious and done in minutes."
— Anthony T.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is JennyJen's known for?
We're known for chicken & waffles, fried chicken, chicken tenders and nuggets, Philly cheesesteaks, deli sandwiches, banana pudding, and homemade cheesecake.
What meals do you serve?
We serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner—plus homemade desserts and fresh-squeezed lemonade.
Do you offer delivery or takeout?
Yes. We offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery, as well as catering and private event reservations.
Where are you located?
3916 Indiana Ave, Kansas City, MO 64130. Call us at (816) 266-3046.
What are your hours?
Open Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed Saturday and Sunday.
Do you deliver soul food in Kansas City?
Yes—get soul food delivery across Kansas City, or order online for pickup at 3916 Indiana Ave. Most meals come with a drink and fries.
What neighborhood are you in?
We're on Kansas City's East Side at 39th & Indiana (3916 Indiana Ave), near Ivanhoe and Oak Park.
What are your daily specials?
Lunch Box Monday, Birria Taco Tuesday, Loaded Potato Wednesday, Alfredo Bowl Thursday, and Wrap Me Up Friday—most served 11 AM–3 PM.
Is JennyJen's a Black-owned restaurant?
Yes—JennyJen's Sweet Shop & Grill is a proudly Black-owned, family-run soul food spot in Kansas City.
What is the 911 Chicken & Waffle Sandwich?
A Big Back Menu signature: four crispy chicken, four fried eggs, and two hash browns stacked between two full-size Belgian waffles.
Find JennyJen's in Kansas City
- Address3916 Indiana Ave, Kansas City, MO 64130
- Phone(816) 266-3046
- Emailjennyjenshop@yahoo.com
- HoursMon–Fri 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM · Sat–Sun Closed