Came here not long ago, and could have sworn I left this place my review for their good food. My…read morehusband and I had stopped by here while in Parkville. We have our favorite Italian restaurant near where we live, and hardly ever venture to try another. Since we were here, we thought we would try the meatball spaghetti as a safe sampling of Frank's Italian food. Needless to say, we felt that the food hit the spot, and we were well impressed. Their marinara sauce was not too acidic like some marinara sauces can be, and it had a good flavor blend, and the meatballs were pretty good along with it. We got a chance to sit out on their patio deck and enjoyed the ambiance there. The waiter was very attentive and would not pass up on making sure that we had our drinks and were well served. If ever I am in the area, I plan to come back and try their lasagna roll.

Great ambiance and service but the food is not good. Way off base from the Italian food I am…read moreaccustom to. Far too salty and not enough fresh ingredients. Breadsticks were packaged and I don't blame them but do much you could do to increase their value like fresh parm and better with herbs on top and s side of Sunday gravy. Super cute little joint wish the food matched its spirit! Three stars for wait staff who are super attentive. One star food

I loved the seasonal Pistachio Martini. It was really, really tasty. For the price, it *should* be…read moregood and it did not disappoint. It was the highlight for me! Delicious. The Bob's Hog pizza with bbq sauce and meats, was really good. The Grand Canyon was good but the onions were a bit too plentiful for me and not quite cooked enough--still a bit crunchy. Our fault--we should have gotten it without onions. Caramelized onions would have been really good, but they aren't. Anyway, it was overall good pizza I'd enjoy again but it's so pricey that it's a specialty type of thing for us.

Food - consistently good for decades. Service, excellent…read morebalance of being attentive without being overbearing. Ambiance - wood laden local pizza restaurant without the cookie cutter chain decor/vibe. Been going here off and on for decades. Food, service and atmosphere are spot on. This time we got the excellent and superb mozzarella sticks, with a crunchy batter, beautifully stretchy mozzarella, and a very better-than-average marinara sauce, Pizza was Fuzzy's Favorite - A double layer of Pepperoni and Mozzarella Cheese , with Classic Sauce, Fresh Red Peppers, Green Peppers, Cheddar Cheese and Oregano. With the classic crust option it fits perfectly between a thin crust and a rather thick crust. For those fans of "one bite everyone knows the rules", very little flop. Great combo of flavors between the sauce, pepperoni, peppers and cheese. Only petty complaint is a non copious amount of grease, bur not a small bit either.

They have the world's best Italian sausage. It's always worth the trip! I'm so glad I learned…read moreabout it.

The cannoli shells are absolutely delicious. We use them for our St Joseph table and everyone just…read moreloved him every year we use them we ran out of filling this year

Great atmosphere, amazing food. One of few places that lives up to the hype its generated.read more

Finally scored a reservation at Zero Zero Handmade Pasta, and let me tell you -- it was absolutely…read morefantastic!! We had the lumache alla norcina, spicy vodka radiatori, Caesar salad, focaccia, and tiramisu. Every dish was incredible. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and the flavors instantly brought me back to our vacation in Italy. The Caesar salad was fresh and lightly dressed, which made it really enjoyable. The focaccia was baked to perfection with a crisp exterior and soft center. And the tiramisu? Easily one of the best I've ever had. The service was amazing, and the restaurant itself was so cute and quaint, making the whole experience even better.

Really good quality food for the price the spadini is fire I like that they call themselves domsread more

We tried Dominic's Casual Italian Restaurant because sometimes convenience wins and we were hopeful…read morefor a quick, tasty Italian dinner. Unfortunately, the meal turned into an unexpected deep dive into the olive oil industry. We stopped in for takeout which the highlight was the service did not disappoint! Our order came out within minutes (we placed when we got there) the server helped us choose some of their top rated items. The chicken lemonata arrived swimming in so much oil and lemon juice that the pasta could have qualified for a slip-and-slide competition. The garlic cheese sticks, pizza, and chicken fettuccine Alfredo were slightly more edible, but everything leaned heavily toward "greasy spoon" rather than "Italian comfort food." For nearly $70, we were left disappointed and still hungry. Honestly, Chef Boyardee might have won this round from the pantry shelf at home... and for a fraction of the price. We really wanted to love this spot because it is fast and convenient, but sadly this one was not our pasta-bility.

How fitting that Avellutos was our first meal out in 2026! I've long been a fan of this place and…read morethe brothers that run it. Years ago they catered my daughter's wedding and had been on our rotations of favorites for a long time. I was sad when they closed and we moved away for a bit too- but now they are back! Highly recommend the caprese salad, vodka penne and the eggplant parm. Also a great place for just a slice of pizza. Service always has a smile and it's always fast and delicious. So if you haven't tried this KC gem. Please go enjoy!!

Avelluto's Pizzeria & Ristorante is my new favorite Italian restaurant…read more I was driving home from some appointments and stopped in for lunch. Avelluto's is located in Mission, in the same shopping complex as Rally House, Mud Pie, and a Wing Stop, and Tipsy's Liquor. It's a small place, maybe dozen tables. You place your order at the front counter. If you're dining in you get a number. I was taking away and got the Eggplant Parmigiana and Tiramisu. While waiting I saw people continuing to come in and order, then waiting for a tablets to open. I think most of the people were considerate enough to not linger after eating. So the turnover on the tables was pretty quick. The Eggplant Parmigiana was really good. The breading on the eggplant was crispy and well-seasoned, the spaghetti was perfectly cooked, the sauce was deceptively simple. I say deceptively because it was a straight marinara but wonderfully flavored. And the Tiramisu! The best Tiramisu I've had. I went back with FPO and got pizza by the slice, the Chicken Parmigiana, and a small Meatball with Rigatoni. And of course, another slice of Tiramisu. Everything was wonderful the second time too. That tells me they're consistent and I will be going back again. And probably again after that.

If you're a Sicilian woman like me, you don't hand out food praise lightly. We were raised on real…read moreflavor, real bread, real portions--and Johnny C's Deli in Kansas City gets it. From the moment you walk in, it feels like stepping into a neighborhood deli back in Northeast. The smell alone tells you you're in the right place. The sandwiches? Huge. No skimping, no shortcuts. The meats are sliced right, the bread actually has character (crispy where it should be, soft inside), and everything tastes fresh and intentional. I ordered an Italian steak, and let me tell you--this is the kind of food that makes you close your eyes on the first bite. Perfect balance of meats, cheese, oil, and seasoning. Nothing overpowering, nothing missing. Just right. The staff is warm and welcoming, like they actually care if you enjoy your food (which matters). It's the kind of place where you feel comfortable, not rushed, and definitely well-fed. Johnny C's isn't trying to be trendy or fancy--it's doing what matters: good, honest deli food done right. If you're craving something that feels authentic and satisfying, this place delivers. I'll be back. And if I'm coming back, trust me--that's saying something.

The Muffuletta here is a Top 10 sandwich in Kansas City. Great family business with good food and…read moregreat employees. Most people that eat here have been coming for decades. Our office is down the street and it's our usual lunch spot at least once a week.

On our evening out, the ambiance won the day. Dining on a terrace, with a view, wins every time. We…read morewere dining late so our service was rushed, but the waiter took time to guide our selections. No staters, other than cocktails. The MAI TAI, ENVY OF ALL & the white SANGRIA were all tasty, but at $18 a piece, they should have been spectacular. Taste/presentation did NOT warrant the price tag. We are always delighted to see a WEDGE SALAD on the menu & it was just what you expect in a wedge, which never disappoints, but croutons were unnecessary. Unusual the house dressing was a peppercorn ranch for an Italian restaurant, which was heavy for the MIXED GREENS salad. The CAESER was a winner for my 16 year old son. My 91 year old mother, enjoy the CHEF SOUP, which was turkey & rice... this is high praise for one who always has soup and typically finds fault. The CHICKEN PICCATA was meh. I know this is a safe dish for people to order, but this version had no zest, choose something else. The CHICKEN CARBONARA was served with the egg yolk in the center so you stir it into the hot pasta to cook it. My son loved this presentation, made it fun and most importantly DELICIOUS. Our BEST dish was the BRAISED BONELESS SHORT RIB! When we return to KCMO, we'll definitely reorder this dish and sample some of the others. For dessert we shared the COCONUT BANANA CRÈME PIE... too bad it had whipped cream and not baked merengue.

We visited for Mother's Day and, despite having a reservation, had to wait 30 minutes to be seated…read moreand thought it was odd that we were immediately informed by host that the kitchen is behind so be prepared. Odd. We appreciated the heads up however, I feel like they were really wanting us to turn around and leave as the restaurant seemed overwhelmed. We stayed as it was too late in day to go elsewhere. The kitchen was indeed backed up, no silverware provided had to ask, and our server said to order right away if we wanted to get our food. They were out of some items. Took 45 minutes for food to arrive. However, the staff was apologetic, even though it took awhile to be served the meal itself was acceptable --the pork chop, surf and turf, braised meat, and pizza were all hits. Server had to confirm with kitchen if they were still serving dessert, we were able to order. The desserts consisted of banana coconut pie which basically pudding & bananas in a bowl, tiramisu, and Keylime, all were just okay not worth $. The patio is beautiful and perfect for a nice day. It is very expensive, so we'll save it for special personal occasions not a national holiday/special day, but the food quality makes it worth a return visit.

Cute, quaint little gem tucked away in the northland! Not…read moreonly does everyone love Scimeca's sausage but their market & deli is a great stop for a really good sandwich! And there is always a kind, friendly family face to greet you every time you walk through the door. Carryout or eat in- or out if it's warm, one of my fav NKC spots for lunch

Stopped by to get a jar of Chicken Spiedini and Steak Marinade". That stuff is always delicious! If…read moreI had a cooler, I would have gotten some Italian sausage but this was a spur of the moment errand. I treated myself to a Boston Crème Bomb and a very cold Vanilla Cream Soda. I needed a bit of sugar and this did the trick! You guys, the Boston Crème Bomb *is* the bomb! I LOVE Boston creme anything. This was SO good. The chocolate ganache on the outside was the perfect thickness. The Bavarian cream as heavenly on the inside!!!! And the white cake was perfect. I was so happy with my choice--I chose wisely! I want to try all the other desserts now.

1st - this event was a generous gift to us as it is not inexpensive but worth every penny!…read more Phenomenal champagne pairing with each course and learning about the region and characteristics with each pour was quite the amazing experience! Add in lots of humor from the chef & host and it was an unforgettable experience. I purposely did not take pics throughout the event to truly be present and take in the rich flavors, ambiance and pairings! Highly highly recommend!!!!

Amazing atmosphere, service, location, food and wine. You literally cannot miss. Whether you sit…read moreinside or out, it doesn't matter, every spot in the house is enjoyable. I fly from California and can't wait for dinner at Cafe des Amis. Just go and don't worry about it.