how it started

If you’ve ever been to Strawberry Hill, you’ve likely met a Breitenstein, the name that started it all. In 1999 Bob Breitenstein had a decision to make: move to Houston with his company, or take his severance and open a bar, a longtime dream of his. He chose the latter, and in 2002--after a lot of love and elbow grease--he and his wife Linda opened what would become one of KCK’s most beloved pubs, Breit’s Stein & Deli.

Over the years, Breit’s has been the go-to spot in KCK for countless celebrations--from community fundraisers, pub crawls, birthdays and retirements to engagements, bachelorettes and even a wedding or two. And of course, THE BEST St. Paddy’s Day parties in all of Kansas City!

how it’s going

In 2021 John McClelland and his business partner, Johnathan Griffiths, Googled “best sandwich near me” and stumbled upon a gem of a pub in Strawberry Hill. They became regular customers at Breit’s and friends of Bobby’s. When Bob mentioned the idea of retiring, the duo was all ears. With their wives, Katrina McClelland and Erin Griffiths, the four decided they’d love to continue the tradition Bobby and his family had cultivated for over two decades. But it wasn’t without a catch. They would only commit to buy the bar if longtime manager Stephenie Stewart would agree to be their partner and GM. With Steph on board, they bought Breit’s in December of 2023. And while you may notice the new seats, exposed brick and small touches here and there, Breit’s still is and always will be the same neighborhood pub where you walk in a stranger and leave as part of the family.

Classic Sammys

Try it our way or make it yours $6.95

Deli Specials

Changes daily, includes side $7.45

Guinness and such

Beer and other basic libations