OK, it was neat because Lydia actually was there so we got to take pictures with her and chat with her briefly. She's a really nice lady and exactly how she presents herself on TV. We had the fixed price menu, which actually surprise me for the amount of main courses in the selection..The sauce with the bra, short ribs stood out as incredibly zesty and robust. Oso Buco was very tender. Manicotti was fresh and you could tell it was homemade.. Desserts are outstanding and actually not very sweet, like they have in Europe. Service is great. Ambience was simple yet sophisticated.. read more

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Went to Lidia's Kansas City during restaurant week 2026 with a few of my girlfriends. Although we had a reservation? We arrived early and was able to snag a seat at the bar. The drinks were good and the bar energy was fun. The food was good. I had a few appetizers and the pasta. The flavor was there, but it could've been cooked just a little longer. Nothing crazy, and I get it because it was busy. The tuna though? Really good. And the dessert... yeah, no complaints there. Our server was super sweet and gave solid recommendations, which I always appreciate.** I included the menu in the pics ** read more

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What a lovely meal from service to drinks & food to dessert! I got the Pasta Trio and it was fabulous. My favorite was the Bolognese, but the others were great too. I'm glad all 3 pastas were very different that I could taste alot of flavors Lidias has. My family who got the Sunday Sauce special, salmon, and Brasato were all happy too. We went for my mother's birthday celebration and she got to pick a dessert! Excited to go again! read more

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Stopped by on a work trip and sat at the bar. Service was friendly and fast. Focaccia was outstanding, but opt for just olive oil and balsamic, because they serve the bread with two different pastes that were flavorless. The consistency of said pastes resembles refried beans or wasabi paste. Not on my focaccia!!For dinner, I opted for a pasta trio which was a pesto, ravioli, and a bolognese. All were forgetful. All three lacked flavor and depth. The biggest culprit was the bolognese. For better results try ordering a specific dish from the menu. The tiramisu was above average. To drink I had a Chianti and a water. In conclusion, the restaurant excelled at a loud and bustling vibe with obtuse decor, but lacked depth and flavor. One star, because you should choose a different restaurant. You deserve better. read more

It was just okay but decently priced. I think this would be better for drinks but we came for dinner and it was mediocre. I had the pasta trio and 2/3 pastas were good, the bolognese was not my favorite. We had to sit at the bar because you needed reservations that night. The restaurant was very pretty and had a good ambiance. Overall I think you get a good price for the food served. read more

Absolutely my favorite restaurant! Perfect place for a romantic dinner. Get the pasta trio, you won't regret it. Anna R. Was an exceptional server. Best pasta you'll ever have! read more

Service was excellent all around, from the host, to the bar, to the table! Drinks were good. Food was good. The Bolognese was our favorite. Pesto was too garlicky for my taste. I also really loved the bread and the oil, and the sauces that came with it. read more

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Not closing-- new landlord. Service and menu options stellar! Split a Caesar salad-- large portions-- yum! My duck breast was seared and cooked to perfection. Highly recommend (if offered). read more

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Lidia's has been on my list for a while! Their $40 three course dinner during restaurant week finally got me in the door. Love the vibe of the old freight house. Service was prompt and friendly. Food was good, but classic Italian, nothing that was mind blowing. Overall, enjoyed my experience, more so for the feel, service, and company rather than the food. read more

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Anatra- duck breast was good, didn't like the brandied cherries tho. it didn't balance well with the duck breast. good service and good ambiance read more

Lidia's - Anatra - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Our son took us to Lidia's while we were visiting and it was worth the 815 reservation! The building is a warm, cozy feel for a large space. The wood and stone give it cottage vibes. We all had the pasta trio which changes daily and it was fabulous! It came with salad and dessert! Fresh, made in house pasta and you could taste it in every bite! read more

Lidia's - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Kansas City has no shortage of great places to eat, and Lidia's is absolutely one of them. I really enjoy this place, and when I say I love it, please know I do not use that word lightly. I save that word for special occasions, like excellent food and tax refund season. First, the establishment itself. Lidia's is comfortable, spacious, and airy in a way that makes you want to sit down, take a deep breath, and pretend you live there. The design feels warm and open, like the kind of place where pasta is treated with respect. The staff? Always friendly, always knowledgeable, always on point. They move like a team that actually likes their job, which in the restaurant world is a five star blessing by itself. Now, the food. The quality is great, the flavors are excellent, and the portions do not insult your appetite. Everything tastes fresh, balanced, and made with intention. You can tell someone in that kitchen cares deeply about your happiness. The prices are surprisingly fair too, especially considering the level of quality. I have paid more at places that did not make me half as happy. I just love going there. Everything works. Everything feels right. Lidia's is a solid five and I highly recommend it to anyone who likes food, happiness, or reasons to smile. Cheers. read more

Massive, beautiful restaurant. Keep your receipt so you can park for free in the parking lot behind the restaurant. Very friendly and service from the waitress to the staff bussing tables. We participated in the pasta of the day trio and it did not disappoint! Ended with a berry strudel and espresso martini. We look forward to coming back and trying more entrees! read more

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I had a great experience at Lidia's! I stopped in with a friend on a busy Saturday evening - we opted to sit at the bar instead of getting on the wait list, and right off the bat, service was excellent and extremely attentive. We ordered mocktails (delicious, very well done) and started the night off with some arancini. My goodness, these were INCREDIBLE. I couldn't tell you how they produce such a bright, vibrant lemon flavor in each bite, but it was absolutely delicious. We both opted for the daily pasta tasting menu for dinner, and were equally impressed with the dishes and the service as the pasta arrived. Come hungry as the pasta servings are quite generous and you will want to savor every bite. The space itself is spacious, beautiful, and the perfect setting for a date night or a special dinner. I will definitely be visiting again. read more

Lidia's - Arancini - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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While they can accommodate a large group (we had 11), they are not the most group-friendly place. However, they clearly state on their website that they won't do more than 3 checks per table & if you have more than 6 people you only get 1 check so as long as you have those expectations, you can make it work. The service was great. The waitress was great & very friendly/knowledgeable, & there are several other employees who run around filling water, delivering food, clearing plates, etc. so you're never sitting there unattended. The deal of $39 for salad, unlimited pasta trio, & dessert is great. The pasta can also be made vegetarian to accommodate which is appreciated. However, the flavor of the pasta fell a little flat. While nothing was necessarily "bad", consensus was that it was a little bit boring & lacking interest. However, as someone with a plain palate I didn't mind this. One person in our party preferred their meat be cooked well done due to religious preferences & the restaurant was able to accommodate & they said it was quite delicious. The ice cream trio I chose for dessert was elegant & beautifully plated - see photo. While I didn't care for the banana flavored ice cream, I appreciated the variety of ice cream flavors. All in all this isn't a restaurant you'd go to every week (a little steep price wise), but would be great for a special or fancy occasion. read more

Lidia's - Banana ice cream, berry sorbet, & chocolate ice cream trio - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Everything was amazing! The food was delicious, the servers was amazing, the ambiance was on point! Loved this place and I will be back! read more

Lidia's - Manicotti - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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The service was the absolute highlight of our night -- from our awesome waiter to the men who served our unlimited pasta. Buen provecho! Our waiter was truly a gem. He kept all of our tea glasses and waters full and checked on us just the right amount. His attention to us was incredible and his recommendations were flawless. The $39 unlimited pasta with Caesar salad and dessert (I got tiramisu) was absolutely insane. I don't even know what I was eating but it was delicious. The focaccia was incredible and the olive spreads were amazing. I loved the attention we got from the moment we walked into our reservation. The restaurant was super clean and I was delighted to be able to walk to this restaurant. Would strongly recommend! read more

Lidia's - Unlimited Sampling of Chef's Daily Pasta Tasting Menu - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Underwhelming, especially for the price. This is a local favorite and has been recommended to me several times, but perhaps they are coasting on their reputation... I was excited that the menu had GF dishes clearly marked, that is such a help for diners such as myself. The dips were served with GF crackers, which I sincerely appreciated, but neither the dips nor the crackers were especially interesting. I had the "roasted" beet salad, which was just okay, I have had much better versions of this elsewhere (though the hazelnuts were a very nice touch). For the entree, I had spaghetti squash with shrimp. The squash was undercooked imo (though many people like pasta al dente, maybe that was the vibe they were going for) and the texture was off-putting, with several clumps of squash, detracting from the sense of it as a pasta substitute, and the shrimp were a bit tough. My dining companion had chicken piccata (the chicken had not been pounded, it was a full breast; not surprisingly, it was dry). The service was adequate, but far from doting on a quiet Monday night. I wouldn't return. read more

Lidia's - "Roasted" beet salad, spaghetti squash with shrimp - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Better late than never, so they say. I was here when Lidia was doing a book signing and they were offering a prefix menu. I had the Sunday sauce and my husband had the pasta tasting trio. I want to start off by saying the olive oil as an opener gave me much anticipation, I'm generally not into olive oil and it was one of the best olive oils I've had with table bread. For the antipasti, my favorite were the tuna stuffed peppers. The tangy peppers made an interesting mix with the tuna, and the arancini were crispy on the outside and chewy inside, which was nice. The Sunday sauce was really good, from the sauce to the meatballs and sausages. However, the pork shoulder was a little dry for my taste. The pasta trio was unlimited and my husband had two servings. I don't know exactly which ones they were, but all of them were delicious. We will definitely be back! read more

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It was ok. I love Lidia's cooking show so was super excited to eat here. I should have looked into it more. Anyplace that they push the all you can eat option is not what you look for when looking for a great meal. The place is cute but it's big and packed, so the service was good when you take that into account. If you like eating at Olive Garden you'll think it's good. They did have a really nice wine selection. read more

Celebrating a big birthday with our grandson and his partner. Lidias has been on my list for a long while and didn't disappoint. Liz was our server and she was warm and gracious, knowledgeable without being presumptuous. Her wine recommendations were spot on and delighted our white and red drinkers both. We all had the pasta trio and all agreed that the fettuccini bolognese was over the top delicious. We were seated on the sun porch late afternoon in great light and cool temperatures to watch people cross the bridge to FIFA fan fest. Can't wait to return. read more

It's been a while since I've been here. We're in the area and decided to stop in for dinner. No reservations and they were packed. We got lucky and got to seated at a table in the bar area. Inside the restaurant is very beautiful. They have a huge glass chandelier in the middle of the dining room. I ordered a salad to start off and eggplant parmigiana for my entree while my friend ordered their traditional lasagna. We can't go wrong with those dishes. Waitress brought out bread with olive oil spread while we wait for our meal. It was delicious. My eggplant parmigiana was also great. I think the sauce made the dish and was as expected for an Italian dish. I sampled the lasagna, it was okay but won't say it's my favorite. The sauce was not a traditional red meat sauce. Overall, it was a nice dining experience. Priced a little high but as expected for an upscale dining experience. read more

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Delicious pasta! We did the unlimited pasta trio, but we couldn't even finish our first plate, you could tell the pasta was homemade. The potato leek ravioli was to die for! The garbanzo pesto and cannellini Kalamata dips with focaccia were SO good, I can't wait to try my hand at making my own version at home. Make a reservation or go as soon as they open, it fills up fast! Our server was very sweet and attentive and the time it took to get our food was astounding. We were in and out in 30 ish minutes. We got the tiramisu to go, as that's my husbands favorite dessert. I make a traditional Italian tiramisu and he had yet to find one at a restaurant as good as mine as most taste more like a pudding consistency. However, he said if he didn't know, he would assume it was mine! read more

Lidia's has an Italian flair and vibe. Been here several times, one of my wife's favorite places in Kansas City. She wanted to dine here occasionally if it was a special day like a birthday, even if its a long drive for us. The food is always fresh, pasta, meat, good sauces, desserts. Wine and drinks are good, and so is the service. The ratings for this place on Yelp are way too low, so I just had to post this. We really like Lidia's. I want to go back. Atmosphere is semi casual, but you can dress up if you want and you will fit in. I really like the high ceilings. Nice bar area. It's a very nice classy place. Great place for a family event or a date. It's close to Union Station and a short drive to downtown or the Plaza from Lidia's. read more

Always looking for Bolognese on the menu. If it's there and done right you automatically get a four star rating. The appetizers were solid and the ceasar dressing was very good.I also had the vegetable ravioli as part of the pasta trio. It did not disappoint either. read more

Food was good. We were rushed through our meal. Will not return. Not a great experience. Sorry. A lot of money for a rushed night.

The wait staff were great, food was good. Got double charged on the bill and finally had to dispute with the bank because no one will call us back. read more

Beautiful atmosphere, huge portions, delicious food, and excellent service. We made reservations several months ago for a family dinner. I would highly recommend making a reservation. A few of us showed up early but we enjoyed the happy hour in the bar/lounge area. There's several happy hour beverages and small plates to choose from. Our table all went with the three course pasta trio and if you haven't been, I would highly recommend it. Just make sure to bring your appetite. It starts off with a Caesar salad. The thing was huge! Like double what you would expect. The Caesar dressing is pretty light and a bit vinegary but I liked it. And the focaccia croutons were delicious. Next comes the unlimited pasta trio. It varies based on the day but we tried the pappardelle bolognese, chicken ravioli, and Cacio e Pepe. They were all delicious and I'd have a hard time choosing a favorite. This was the freshest pasta I've ever had. They give you a ton and I couldn't even make it through one serving. Finally for dessert I chose the Delizie Al Limone-Light Lemon Sponge Cake Soaked with Limoncello, Lemon Pasty Cream, and Lemon Curd. So fresh and bright. I made room for it because it was so good. Our group left with full happy bellies and I enjoyed my carb coma. Definitely check them out! read more

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Finally got to go here and try it after years of hearing about how great it is and it did not disappoint! My friend and I made a girls night of it and there was also a group of gentlemen next to us who were having a guys night. Definitely a place for all to enjoy! We got the tasting trio each and of course I paired mine with some delicious salad, wine and tiramisu. The bolognese was so good, but so was everything honestly. The tiramisu was to die for. We are still talking about it when we get together now. I cannot wait to go back! read more

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Restaurant week menu came with an app, entree and dessert and all were tasty * read more

Lidia's - Restaurant week Unlimited Sampling of Chef's Daily Pasta Tasting Menu trio - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

This was a really excellent experience! Our friends in town from Central Kansas wanted to visit Lidia's. Living here less than two years, we had not heard of it. but we were game to try it. Turns out my wife knew of the chef that is the owner of this place. Three of us opted for the special with three different pastas, a salad and dessert. The other diner very much enjoyed his short rib over potatoes. Our server, Susan, was very attentive and provided amazing service in this charming restaurant that used to be a train house north of Union Station. All of us agreed that we would like to return for another meal here. The Special this evening was three different pastas. One of them was a pear ravioli with pepper butter, another was a spiral pasta with some fiery tomato sauce and shrimp, accompanied by a fettuccine Bolognese that was a little light on the beef and pork. That was literally our only complaint. And it wasn't a complaint more like an observation. The Caesar salad here is easily in the top five I've ever had. All of us enjoyed our fabulous desserts as well. This place is a treat! read more

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1st time here Food 10/10 Dessert 10/10 Service 10/10 Solo date approved Service was great, server was very knowledgeable with the menu read more

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My fav Italian place in KC. I always get the chefs tasting menu and have never been let down! Good wines and cocktails, Caesar salad was perfect. The ambiance is so chill yet classy. And the service is always outstanding. read more

Lidia's - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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First time trying Lidia's and we really enjoyed it. Tucked away in the Crossroads in an old railroad freight house, loved the decor and ambiance. Started with the arancini, they were perfectly fried and cheesy. We both decided to do the special pasta trio. The pastas that day were a spaghetti with pesto and shrimp, ravioli filled with chicken pork and spinach in a butter sauce, and rigatoni with a delicious red sauce. So much food and it was soo good. Come hungry! read more

Love this place. Kid and family friendly. Excellent service, tons of food options. Great ambience and decor at freight station. Definitely a must visit! I had the pork chop but the pasta trio is a steal as well. read more

I love their food, and it's a beautiful restaurant! I only wish they hadn't gotten rid of the hazelnut semi-fredo... but oh well :)

It was an OK experience. The decor is very nice in this restaurant. We sat at the bar which offered ample room to dine on. Service was good from the hostess to the Bartender and Waite staff. They were attentive. The food? Was OK not great not bad but OK. I expected more. I had the Oso Buco and my friend had the manacotta. The iso buco was meaty and tender, but it didn't have much flavor, which I thought was a little disappointing. it really was relying on the marinara sauce which I thought was unfortunate. Manicotti was OK. I tasted some of it. My friend seems to like it. The bread dish was good with two kinds of spread all made in the restaurant which was a treat. read more

This is my second time at Lidia's. Last time, I didn't get to try their pasta trio. we got that thing figured out in this visit. We started with trying their wine options. Our waiter has some decent suggestions. White wine was so good. Then, We ordered Scampi & their 38$ Three course food which has Ceaser salad, Pasta trio & a choice of dessert. Scampi w Shrimp - Shrimp looked fresh & cooked very well Ceaser salad - Fresh & good Pasta trio - Couldn't finish 'em all ended up taking them home. Best one of the night is their Tiramisu, probably the best tiramisu in town. Overall, Food - 4/5; Ambience & Service - 5/5 read more

Lidia's - Scampi - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Beautiful blown glass chandeliers, the autumn 3 ravioli dinner- butternut squash ravioli was heavenly, and a perfect tiramisu for desert.

Solid food and beautiful location. Brief stint in KC and glad I checked this place out. House made EVERYTHING. That's a good start. My party of 4 got the pasta trio, manicotti, ravioli, and I had the duck. Very good all around and good serving sizes. I'm a sucker for a house made Caesar salad and this one was very tasty. Definitely worth a return trip if I make it back to KC. Nice place for date night, friends, or if you simply have a hankering for a yummy meal on a Monday night. Service was perfect (thanks, Kenny!), just the right amount of attention and recommendations. read more