Overview

Opened in 2014 by chef Ryan Brazeal, Novel quickly established itself as one of Kansas City's premier fine dining destinations. Located in a charming converted house in the Westside neighborhood, the restaurant offers innovative cuisine that blends global influences with Midwestern ingredients. Chef Brazeal, who trained at acclaimed restaurants in New York, brings sophisticated techniques to locally-sourced ingredients. The restaurant has received multiple James Beard Award nominations and represents Kansas City's evolving culinary scene beyond barbecue.