Dear Donna
Columbus Park, Kansas City · Opened January 2026
Dear Donna at a glance
About
- Corner neighborhood spot
- Seasonal, ingredient-first menu
- Relaxed, unfussy service
- Thoughtful, well-executed plates
- Cozy dining room with casual energy
Tucked into Columbus Park, this corner restaurant pares dining down to what matters: impeccable ingredients, clear technique, and approachable presentation. Every dish is deliberate without being precious, delivering big, honest flavors in a relaxed, neighborly room. It’s the kind of place you return to for consistently excellent, unfussy meals.
What to Order
Brick-Roasted Half Chicken
Crisp skin, juicy meat, and a lemon-herb pan jus — a perfected, unfussy classic.
Charred Seasonal Vegetables
Market vegetables kissed by fire, finished with bright vinaigrette and toasted seeds for texture.
Ricotta & Herb Toast
House-made ricotta, garden herbs, and olive oil on crunchy bread — simple, bright, and comforting.
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