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More Than a Restaurant, We're Family

From Our Kitchen to Your Table

From Our Kitchen to Your Table

JennyJen's Sweet Shop & Grill began with a simple dream: to share the warmth of home-cooked meals with the Kansas City community. Inspired by cherished Sundays at Granny's table—filled with fried catfish, collard greens, sweet potato pies, and cornbread dressing—our story is rooted in tradition, love, and flavor. Today, we honor those memories by serving soulful dishes that nourish the heart as much as the body every day.
What We Stand For

What We Stand For

At JennyJen's Sweet Shop & Grill, every dish is made with love and care, just like we would prepare for our own family. We believe fresh, high-quality ingredients and unhurried preparation create unforgettable flavors. Proudly serving Kansas City, our commitment to community, excellence, and heartfelt hospitality shines through in every meal we create.

Meet the Family

The amazing people who make JennyJen's special every single day
  • Jennifer 'JennyJen' Waddy

    Jennifer 'JennyJen' Waddy

    Founder & Head Chef

    The heart and soul behind every recipe.

  • Deron & Andre

    Deron & Andre

    The Dynamic Brothers

    Brothers by blood, chefs by passion — bringing that heat to every dish.

  • Shikira

    Shikira

    Front of House

    Making sure every guest feels at home.

CEO Support System

The incredible people behind the scenes keeping everything running
  • James

    James

    C.E.O Backbone

    The strength behind the vision.

  • Papa Waddy

    Papa Waddy

    Silent Support

    The strongest support is often the quietest.

  • Zee

    Zee

    Our Guardian Angel

    Not seen, but always felt. Our forever guardian angel.

  • Gwen

    Gwen

    Village Support Co.

    It takes a village, and she's leading it.