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Breakfast Restaurants in Missouri – Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives

Breakfast Restaurants in Missouri

When Guy Fieri rolled his red Camaro into the Show-Me State, Missouri showed him some seriously stellar breakfast spots that earned their place in the Triple D hall of fame. Between 2008 and 2013, the Mayor of Flavortown discovered three outstanding morning destinations, all concentrated in the heart of Kansas City—proving this Midwest metropolis knows how to start the day right.

Leading the pack is Happy Gillis Café & Hangout, a Kansas City gem boasting a 4.7-star rating that had Guy raving about their creative takes on morning classics. Close behind is Succotash, earning 4.5 stars for dishes that blend Southern comfort with bold, unexpected flavors. These establishments helped Missouri secure an impressive average rating of 4.5 stars across all featured breakfast spots.

While one of these beloved diners has since closed its doors, two continue serving up the kind of from-scratch cooking that caught Guy’s attention in the first place. Ready to chase some Flavortown-approved breakfast in Missouri? These Kansas City kitchens are waiting to take you on a one-way trip to deliciousness.

Happy Gillis Café & Hangout

Happy Gillis Café & Hangout

Permanently Closed

Kansas City, Missouri

★★★★☆ 4.7
Episode 115: Family Joints
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Succotash

Succotash

Still Open

Kansas City, Missouri

★★★★☆ 4.5
Episode 227: Pork, Pasta and Barbecue
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Mama’s 39th Street Diner

Mama’s 39th Street Diner

Still Open

Kansas City, Missouri

★★★★☆ 4.2
Episode 26: Big Breakfast
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