Opening hours
Closed · opens 6:00 AM
| Monday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Local time in Independence: 2:58 AM (CST). Holiday hours may differ – call (816) 295-5991 to confirm.
Location & directions
2411 Rte 291 JIndependence, MO 64057
About Rae's Cafe
Rae's Cafe is a breakfast restaurant you'll find at 2411 Rte 291 J in Independence, Missouri. It is one of 105 places to eat and drink we list in Independence. It sits in the affordable price range ($10–20 per person).
Rae's Cafe is open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Early risers are covered too: doors open at 6:00 AM most days.
The menu we have on file lists 96 items across 14 sections, including Lunch - Fried Chicken, Kids' Menu, Lunch - Burgers, Dinner, and Lunch - Lunch Sides. Listed prices range from $1.75 to $26.95, with a typical item around $6.95. You will find options like 2 Pieces, Oil Cakes With Links, and Patty Melt.
Service options include delivery, takeaway, and dine-in. Visitors describe the atmosphere as casual, cosy, and quiet, and it is a good fit for groups. The place is family friendly. It is especially popular for breakfast and solo dining. Offerings include coffee, comfort food, quick bite, and small plates.
Accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet. Payment methods accepted: credit cards, debit cards, and NFC mobile payments. Parking: free of charge street parking, free parking lot, and parking. Reservations are accepted; call (816) 295-5991 to book a table.
Quick facts
- Category
- Breakfast Restaurant
- Address
- 2411 Rte 291 J, Independence, MO 64057
- Phone
- (816) 295-5991
- Price range
- $10–20 per person
- Hours
- Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM
- Menu
- 96 items · $1.75–$26.95
- Listing updated
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Popular times
Usually busiest around 10 AM on Fridays; one of the quieter times is around 7 AM on weekdays.
Based on typical visit patterns for breakfast restaurants and this venue’s opening hours.
How the hours compare
We compared Rae's Cafe’s weekday schedule with 23 other breakfast restaurants in Missouri. On a typical weekday it opens at 6:00 AM, earlier than 83% of them (the typical opening time is 7:00 AM) and closes at 2:00 PM, in line with the typical 2:00 PM.
In total it is open about 54 hours a week, 5 hours more than the local median of 49. 96% of breakfast restaurants in Missouri open on Sundays, and Rae's Cafe is one of them.
Compared with 23 other breakfast restaurants in Missouri that list their hours in our guide.
Typical prices for breakfast restaurants in Missouri
Based on 8 menus with 523 priced items from breakfast restaurants in Missouri, the median menu item costs $7.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.95 and $14.95.
At Rae's Cafe the median listed price is $6.95, lower than the typical $7.99 for breakfast restaurants in Missouri.
| Item | On menus | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Hot Chocolate | 50% | $5.15 |
| Bacon | 38% | $4.95 |
| Country Fried Steak | 38% | $10.99 |
| French Toast | 38% | $6.00 |
| Grilled Cheese | 38% | $6.95 |
| Fresh Fruit | 38% | $4.89 |
Calculated from 8 menus in our guide. Prices vary by location and change over time.
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Features & amenities
Service options
- Delivery
- Takeaway
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Serves local specialty
Popular for
- Breakfast
- Solo dining
Accessibility
- Wheelchair-accessible car park
- Wheelchair-accessible entrance
- Wheelchair-accessible seating
- Wheelchair-accessible toilet
Offerings
- Coffee
- Comfort food
- Quick bite
- Small plates
Dining options
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
Amenities
- Toilet
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Casual
- Cosy
- Quiet
Crowd
- Family friendly
- Groups
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
Children
- Good for kids
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free of charge street parking
- Free parking lot
- Parking
The neighborhood
Within a 10-minute walk (half a mile) of Rae's Cafe there are 8 other places to eat and drink in our guide, and 8 within one mile. By type, the places within a mile include Burgers & Fast Food (4), Sandwiches & Delis (2), Mexican & Tex-Mex (1), and Bakeries & Desserts (1).
Rae's Cafe is the only breakfast restaurant within a mile (1 within three miles). The next closest is The Big Biscuit Independence, 2.8 mi away.
6 places within a mile stay open until 10 PM or later on at least one night a week, so this is a good area for a late meal.
Nearest places of other kinds
- Mexican & Tex-MexTaco Bell< 0.1 mi
- Bakeries & DessertsDunkin'< 0.1 mi
- Sandwiches & DelisArby's< 0.1 mi
- Burgers & Fast FoodWendy's0.1 mi
- Cafes & CoffeeSmoothie King2.0 mi
What to expect at a breakfast restaurant
Breakfast and brunch spots range from classic diners and pancake houses to modern brunch cafes with creative menus, bottomless mimosas and long weekend waits. Most open early and close by mid-afternoon, which is the opposite rhythm to most restaurants.
What to order
- Pancakes or waffles – often the house specialty
- Eggs Benedict – the brunch classic
- Biscuits and gravy – a Southern breakfast staple
- Breakfast burrito – especially in the Southwest
Good to know
- Arrive before 9 AM on weekends to avoid the longest waits.
- Many breakfast places stop serving by 2 or 3 PM.
- Online waitlists let you join the line before leaving home.
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Frequently asked questions
What are Rae's Cafe's opening hours?
Open 7 days a week, usually 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Monday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Tuesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Thursday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Friday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Saturday: 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM; Sunday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Is Rae's Cafe open on Sunday?
Yes, Rae's Cafe is open on Sundays: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Where is Rae's Cafe located?
Rae's Cafe is located at 2411 Rte 291 J, Independence, MO 64057.
What is the phone number of Rae's Cafe?
You can call Rae's Cafe at (816) 295-5991.
Does Rae's Cafe offer delivery or takeout?
Yes, Rae's Cafe offers delivery, and takeout is available. Listed service options: delivery, takeaway, and dine-in.
How much does it cost to eat at Rae's Cafe?
The typical price range at Rae's Cafe is $10–20 per person. Menu prices range from $1.75 to $26.95.
Does Rae's Cafe take reservations?
Yes, Rae's Cafe accepts reservations.
Is Rae's Cafe wheelchair accessible?
Listed accessibility features: wheelchair-accessible car park, wheelchair-accessible entrance, wheelchair-accessible seating, and wheelchair-accessible toilet.
Is Rae's Cafe open late?
No, Rae's Cafe usually closes before 10 PM.
What else is near Rae's Cafe?
There are 8 other places to eat and drink within a mile of Rae's Cafe. Nearby options include Taco Bell (< 0.1 mi), Dunkin' (< 0.1 mi), and Arby's (< 0.1 mi).
Are there other breakfast restaurants near Rae's Cafe?
None within a mile. The closest is The Big Biscuit Independence, 2.8 mi away.
How much do breakfast restaurants in Missouri cost?
Based on 8 menus with 523 priced items from breakfast restaurants in Missouri, the median menu item costs $7.99, and half of all items are priced between $4.95 and $14.95.
