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EJ’s Urban Eatery is named for both of its original owners. The E is for Erik J. Gaucher, a leader in the wealth management industry and a newcomer to the Kansas City restaurant scene. And, the J is for the chef John C. Smith.
A well-known KC Chef, John is opening his own restaurant for the first time.

EJ's Urban Eatery Chef John C. Smith
JOHN C. SMITH
Owner/Executive Chef
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EJ's Urban Eatery Owner Erik J. Gaucher
ERIK J. GAUCHER
Owner
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EJ's Urban Eatery in Kansas City's West Bottoms. The Original Meat-and-three.

 EJ’s Urban Eatery is a classic “Meat and Three” but with a modern, refined twist. The southern
culinary tradition is well-known in The South but new to many in the Kansas City area.

“All throughout the American South, old-school Meat-and-Three restaurants offer affordable,
customizable meals. Now, we are bringing that same idea to Kansas City but with a local twist."

 

—EJ's Chef John C. Smith