Absolutely delicious! It was our first time at Garozzo's Ristorante, and what a treat. We arrived…read moreshortly after they opened without a reservation and were quickly seated in the bar area. The ambiance is great, with low lighting and candles on each table. The bar area has a couple of TVs, a bar that seats about 6-8, and 4-5 tables. The staff was pleasant and took great care of us. Now for the food! I ordered the seafood ravioli, and my son ordered the Penne Victoria. While we each enjoyed the dish we ordered, we both ended up preferring each other's dish...lol. The sauces on both dishes were so good and really made the meals stand out. This was a great pick for our February restaurant of the month. We'll definitely be back!

They were packed being that it was Christmas Eve Eve but they got us seated in 10 minutes…read more We enjoyed the fried ravioli, the house specialty Sicilian-style stuffed artichoke, and bread with oil, vinegar, and parmesan cheese. Everyone was pleased with their pasta entrées, I had the lobster ravioli the others had fettuccine and spaghetti with meat balls, excellent. We rounded out the meal with coffee and lemon cake, it was delicious. Nice (St Louis style) Italian family dining experience and we will defiantly be back.

We brought friends who hadn't ever been and once again it didn't disappoint! They have recently…read morerevised their menu and EVERYTHING is STILL amazing! (I highly recommend the caramelle pasta w/marsala mushroom sauce!). Fabulous cocktails! Our server Mary was fabulous and we appreciated the owner/chef Michael Smith himself making the rounds and checking on everyone. Put this one your list of top notch KC restaurants!

If you can't get to Italy, go to Farina! (In fact even if you regularly go to Italy - or even if…read moreyour Italian visiting KC - GO TO FARINA...!) Some of the best Italian inspired food anywhere. It's justifiably difficult to get a booking, as befits the best restaurant in Kansas City. Beautiful dishes in a great atmosphere. Start with the ambiance: it's usually busy in an enjoyable uplifting way. People watching is at a peak here as smart diners move between elegant and tasteful furniture while friendly, professional (and invariably handsome) wait staff glide through it all. If you recognize and appreciate good Italian design, this place will delight you before you've even glanced at the menu. Talking of the menu - it's a revolving tableau of Italian inspired deliciousness that will cause you to pause after each first bite - and look up at your dinner companion with a smile that says "wow"! Last night I had a lobster roll that defied gravity in its lightness. And the taste and texture was just perfect - what an appetizer! It was a moderate eating evening so I only had the pasta. A Carbonara of homemade thick noodle pasta with a deeply seductive cream sauce base. Paired both with a selection from the other great feature of Farina, its wine list. My selection was a minerally dry sparkling rose (I know, but trust me!) from the slopes of Etna. The wine selection is itself a wonderful experience - I'd recommend sticking with the Italian options - of which there are many, and they are quality examples some of which are rare finds in America. When you add great service and - as always - a brief check in from one of the two owners (he chef, she sommelier) you can round out a top level dining experience right here in KCMO. One to rival any other eatery in much bigger markets - or even Italy itself.

This place is awesome! Food is fresh and delicious…read moreService is a-plus Comfortable, quaint, friendly

Small, quaint, oozing Italy . Limited seating so call ahead. We sat at the bar and enjoyed watching…read morethe action. I had the Lobster ravioli, which is served in a vodka kind of sauce with tomatoes, onion and spinach. It was delicious. Smooth creamy and a hint sweet.it came with a house salad. Pricing was moderate. The noise level is loud when full. Service was very friendly and fast

Ragazza was completely booked the first time we stopped by, which told me right away it's a popular…read morelocal favorite. The dining room is small and cozy, and it has that welcoming neighborhood feel where it seems like everyone knows each other. Reservations are definitely recommended. On our first visit, we ordered carryout. The Roasted Goat Cheese (baked goat cheese with red sauce and oregano) had great flavor, though the crostini was missing from the order. The Lasagna Bolognese was outstanding -- easily some of the best I've ever had. Rich, perfectly layered, and full of flavor with the bolognese, parmesan béchamel, red sauce, and mozzarella. For dessert, the Limoncello Cake was bright and delicious, and the NY-style salted caramel cheesecake was dense and so good. We were impressed enough that we went back -- this time with reservations -- and dined in. On our return visit, we had the Swordfish with lemon caper butter, sautéed greens, and rosemary potatoes. It was cooked perfectly, with bright, balanced flavors and generous portions. We ordered the Lasagna Bolognese again (it's that good), and it did not disappoint. For dessert, we tried the Tiramisu, and it was hands down the best I've ever had. The imported cookies, mascarpone, espresso, and cocoa were perfectly balanced -- light, flavorful, and not overly sweet. The service was excellent, the portions were large, and the flavors were spot on across the board. What started as a convenient spot near our hotel turned into a place we'd absolutely go out of our way to visit again. Ragazza truly lives up to its reputation as a local gem.

went in for happy hour on saturday (you can only get the happy hour menu if you sit at the bar),…read moreand it was pretty packed, but the maître d' was very attentive and made sure our names were on the list. the limoncello cocktails were perfectly refreshing, and the happy hour menu has killer prices. literally everyone here was so nice, it felt like trader joe's. the roasted goat cheese was a great mix of creamy and tangy, and the meatballs were well spiced. definitely need to return to try the eggplant fries.

The minute you walk in, you feel like you've entered a Time Machine... you just know there has to…read morebe a speak easy on the premises. The Wise Guy has a classic atmosphere that reminds you of an interior that emanates a mood of perpetual dusk. Our server was warm and timely. My wife and I shared the Wise Guy pizza and the chicken parm. No notes... it was fantastic. Pomodoro sauce had a nice kick. I have to go back and try the deviled eggs -- they look excellent from a table away.

Wise Guy is overall pretty good. I stopped in on a first Friday with a couple of friends, and they…read morewere able to add us to the list and get us in in about 20 minutes. I appreciated that they had a text feature to let us know that our table was ready. We shared the fries, a caesar salad and the rigatoni alla vodka, and the fries were a shining star! The rigatoni was a little too al dente bordering on chewy, but some people prefer that. I do think they could benefit from some better tables for three or four people, there is mostly just bar seating and 2-top stool seating. We had a server who was a bit awkward and it seemed like she was trying out different accents on us, which was a bit weird and confusing and it threw off our table's conversation every time she stopped by. Definitely want to come back for a happy hour!

This charming little restaurant is now one of my favorites in Kansas City and it's the perfect spot…read morefor a romantic night out. While I would have loved the option of a table, sitting at the bar turned out to be a great experience. The bartenders were knowledgeable, attentive, and clearly skilled at their craft. Now for the food! I was sent here for what was referred to as "the best chicken parm in KC" and I would definitely agree. Every single thing was delicious. The atmosphere felt effortlessly Italian, and I'll definitely be back!

Finally got a proper date night dinner here, and while it was pretty good overall, I wasn't quite…read moreblown away. I think sometimes, quite unfairly, restaurants can be a victim of their own hype. Living somewhat near here and seeing how packed it is, and how hard it is to get a reservation... the lore grew and grew. I thought this must be the best spot in town! And you know what? It is really good. Really solid, good service, and a good restaurant to check out. Put it on the to-try list. One area that didn't fully land for me was vibe-wise, or if I need to act my age, I could call it the atmosphere. It's such a small space (totally fine) but the back row of tables is essentially shared. Normally fine, but the night we were there we were right next to a large group that was super loud. Kinda dampened the energy, and felt better when they left. Basically, wanting date night but the energy here is more "brasserie" and slightly more casual than I expected. Anywho, the food was good. Loved the focaccia starter with a garlicky olive oil. The Italian salad was pretty good, a bit marked up on price, but pretty good. I had the chicken parmigiana and wanted to love it, but I'd say a solid four stars. Good, not great. The red sauce was very good, and the serving size is generous. Passed on dessert and headed around the corner for after-dinner cocktails. All in all, a great neighborhood spot where I feel the prices are a bit high, but I see most of the appeal. I thought this might be a regular spot in the rotation, but it's more likely to be an every now and again kind of spot.

The name says it all... Italian Delight. NY style pizza delivered with good flavor and thin crispy…read morecrust.. Pepperoni pizza roll and pepperoni slice had enough sauce and pepperoni in proportion to the pizza crust. Each bite was very satisfying. Tomato sauce and mozzarella cheese was not overpowering at all just enough sweet and tangy flavor. Pizza is foldable in true tradition function however I prefer direct flat approach.

The food is fine but the customer service was completely unacceptable…read more While I was there, I watched a customer politely ask for an update on her order after a large group that arrived after her had already been served. One of the employees aggressively approached her and told her it would be another five minutes, and did so in a sharp tone that was completely unnecessary. The customer stayed calm and stepped back. After waiting the additional time and still not receiving her food, she returned to the counter again, calmly and was met with visible irritation from multiple employees. Their tone was dismissive and unprofessional, and when the customer quietly addressed it, they became defensive. it was no longer just poor service it was outright disrespect. It was no longer just poor service it was outright disrespect. When her food was finally ready, it was called out abruptly. As she finished sending a quick message before grabbing it, another employee snapped at her again. It was uncomfortable to witness and far below even basic customer service expectations. The customer handled the situation with far more professionalism than the staff. I won't be returning, and I've already shared this experience with coworkers that frequent there. For average food, it's simply not worth spending money somewhere that treats people this way. There's no excuse for that kind of behavior. TO THE EMPLOYEES - Please repeat after me " We are sorry for your wait and we appreciate your patience. It's in the oven now and will be ready asap." That's all that situation required. I hope you can show kindness the next time this situation happens.

Holy cow did I LOVE this place!…read more I had just worked a 12-hour shift with my last ride taking me from STL and dropping me in KC! My options seemed limited that late at night, but pasta seemed to be calling my name so I landed here. I may have been a little under dressed, but no one treated me any different. From the moment I walked in and through my visit, the customer service was exceptional. My server, I wish I remembered his name, was amazing and everything he recommended was totally chef's kiss! I couldn't decide between the pasta I craved, or the highly recommended hanger steak, so I got both! Excuse my yelling but, THE HANGER STEAK WAS ABSOLUTELY TO DIE FOR!!! I had no idea!! All I know is that I thought there would be leftovers and I was ready to lick the plate! Nothing went home with me. I haven't been able to stop talking about the hanger steak since. I would probably order a different pasta next time, or none at all. Also, the focaccia was incredible as well. (Excited about that, but it wasn't the highlight clearly) I'm ready to drive back to KC JUST for the steak. Absolutely phenomenal.

Another great restaurant for the northland! Love the limited menu, which is seasonal, with all…read moretheir pastas being made in house. For starters, we had the squash salad with burrata which was delicious. The focaccia was incredible so don't pass that up! For pastas, we had the lumachi and the rotolo, which is a rolled pasta filled with butternut squash. The hanger steak entree was probably our favorite of the night. And to finish off the meal we had the soufflé which was very delicious, and the creme puffs. Overall really good meal, nothing mind blowing in terms of flavors, but it's definitely a restaurant to add to your usuals. Service was very good.

Oh man this place was BOMB!! Delivered to work and enjoyed happily…read more I ordered the sandwich and salad combo, to which I picked the fresh turkey and tomato salad. I mean look at that tomato salad. I was nervous it would be overwhelming with pesto with how green it was, but my oh my I could absolutely have this salad every single day of my entire life. Super fresh, light and just perfection. Could use a tad pinch of salt, but I'll get over it. Turkey sandwich was also fresh and I liked the caramelized onions in the sandwich. I'd come back!

Cupini's has been around so long it's become part of the fabric that anchors this part of the Plaza…read morearea together. I say Plaza area as it's sort of Plaza adjacent, and has a certain charm to this stretch of the city. That being said, Cupini's is known for being a charming Italian deli/ eatery and I love how it's kept that lowkey neighborhood energy over the years. The food is great - I usually go for something light as the tiramisu is great. All in all it's a great little spot in KC and worth a visit in this neighborhood.

Love eating at North Italia! The food is consistently delicious each time I come. We brought our…read morechildren and the kids menu was great. There is always a steady hum of noise without being too loud. I love the outdoor space. Our server was very attentive. It was a busier time and we had to wait a bit for the check but other than that, nothing negative to report.

What a welcoming restaurant! We had a large party coming on a Saturday night and the servers were…read moreso flexible and kind!! The atmosphere was incredible especially on the patio dining. Pizza was light and fluffy, as well as very quality, well-made pasta. Exceptional service and what a fun resteraunt! Will be coming back!!