This place is all around a 10/10! Customer service is great! The food is so freaking delicious. The…read moremenu is extensive and everything sounds good. You may go back and forth in your mind on what you want. Look at the pictures to this review. My friends and I each enjoyed our food! If you can't handle spice don't worry about the Chicken Vincenzo being too spicy. To me was more on the sweeter side. My friends had the Chicken Spiedini (Samantha) and Eggplant Parmagiano. I will definitely go back and order different dishes! The ambiance is nice.

I fell in love with this restaurant as I walked in for the first time. The atmosphere reminds me of…read morethe long gone haunts of "The Rat Pack." The walls are adorned with Garozzo family pictures and Frank, Dino, Tony and other Italian crooners. The staff harkens back to the fine dining style that is so lacking at corporate restaurants. AND THE FOOD is EXCELLENT Italian with some original recipes by Mike Garozzo. One entree, "Frankie's Chicken," brought tears to my eyes in remembrance of my friend Frankie. I watched as the evening staff came on duty and was amazed at their professional appearance, attractiveness and huge smiles. I have not had such a wonderful restaurant experience in MANY years.

In town for the World Cup, my wife and I stopped in after spending the day at the Fan Festival, and…read morewe're so glad we did. Laura, the owner, greeted us as soon as we walked in and was probably the sweetest and most welcoming person we've met in Kansas City. She immediately made us feel at home. We started with the meatballs and burrata, both of which were delicious. The meatballs were especially well seasoned. My wife had the bolognese and absolutely loved it, and she really appreciated having gluten-free options available. I had the cacio e pepe, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. All in all, the food, service, and ambiance were outstanding. One of our favorite meals of the trip. Highly recommend for both locals and visitors alike.

Ragazza is one of those downtown spots that makes you feel just a little fancier the moment you…read morewalk in. Great upscale Italian atmosphere without making you feel like you need to pronounce every menu item with an accent. The menu has a nice variety, and our waiter was fantastic. He took the time to explain the dishes and even gave us a heads-up on which items took longer to prepare. I always appreciate the honesty--nothing worse than wondering if your entrée is being handcrafted by Italian grandmas in the back. The drinks were delicious and surprisingly reasonably priced. We did find out they have a happy hour at the bar...right after we missed it. Rookie mistake on our part! The lasagna absolutely stole the show. Rich, flavorful, cheesy, and worth every bite. If you're on the fence, order it. The appetizer was tasty but felt a little small for the price, so I'd probably save room (and money) for more pasta instead. Overall, I'd definitely come back to work my way through the menu. Next time I'll aim for happy hour, order another pasta dish, and try not to let the lasagna set unrealistic expectations for everything else.

Wonderful restaurant with unique flavors, really the server we had made this place phenomenal. She…read morewas very knowledgeable about the menu and thoughtful when providing recommendations. The chef even came out to answer some questions that we had. Can't speak highly enough about this place 10/10 would recommend

Farina is phenomenal, truly one of the best restaurants in all of Kansas City…read more The staff is always overly-accommodating, we were immediately welcomed and seated within minutes. Wine selection is vast... there is something for every one. Although, we didn't indulge in cocktails the ones at neighboring tables certainly looked delicious! We splurged on steak-skewers and a lasagna appetizer. Out-of-this world amazing. I almost regret not ordering a second round of appetizers and calling it my entire entree. Fortunately, we moved to the next course and were even more impressed. The magic touch to the chef's Tagliatelle Bolognese is total witchcraft. As one who appreciates a good pasta dish, this is now officially my second favorite pasta dish ever. We finished with beautiful entrees including the Michael Smith's Pork Roast, Smoked Mozzarella Stuffed Veal Chop, and the Wood Grilled KC Strip Steak. The Pork Roast was served beautifully. The spicy tomato sauce with the Veal Chop was absolutely delightful. The Strip Steak was tender and cooked to a perfect medium-rare. We could not have enjoyed our meal more if we tried. Ambiance is intimate yet energetic. Staff is professional, friendly, and extremely attentive. There wasn't a bite that was anything less than perfect. Having moved away from Kansas City, we do still miss having Farina to frequent. What an absolute gem of a restaurant. You absolutely cannot go wrong with anything on their menu or recommended by their staff. If it's your first time, absolutley step out of your comfort zone and order off the current specials menu. It's always proven to be delightful for us, every time! Thanks again to Ms. Nancy for being so helpful and getting us the reservation we were hoping for! We shall return when we visit KC next!

Probably one of the best Italian restaurants I've been to in a good while! My friend and I went for…read moreher birthday, specifically on a Thursday around noonish! There was plenty of seating and we got to pick a cute spot by the painting for the 2 of us! We ordered their newly added spinach Artichoke dip and both got a chicken Alfredo, a safe bet at a new place. Our server, Emiliana I believe her name is, was super attentive to our table and gave us refills on their DELICIOUS housemade rolls to go with the dip. The rolls were moist and buttery, the dip had chunks of Artichoke and tomatoes in it and was absolutely delish. Tasted like Alfredo sauce! The Alfredo was equally as good, with a decent sized chicken breast on top! Creamy, but not super dense and the perfect portion. Also came with a side salad, i picked Ceasar and the salad was perfectly tossed in a very delicious dressing. We shall definitely be back!

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

If you want a nostalgic place in Crossroads KS this is it! From the moody lighting, tile floor,…read moresmaller space, and general flow of the restaurant- it feels like you've stepped back in time in a good way. Fun fact: they said they named the restaurant Wise Guy as this was a phrase used by mobsters. The bartender/server was excellent. He made sure our drinks were made to perfection and let us enjoy the space for a bit before ordering. I had the chicken parmigiana and it was great. I would order this again. My husband said the same in regard to his pizza. There was a slight mishap as our appetizer, garlic knots, were missed. But our server was excellent and brought them out as soon as possible and free of charge. He handled it beautifully and it was honestly no big deal. We will return here especially as it's directly on the street car route. I would make reservations as we barely got a seat at the bar and this was on a Tuesday night.

My daughter and I stopped in for lunch and shared the bruschetta and spaghetti. Unfortunately, the…read morebruschetta wasn't what I was expecting. It did not contain fresh tomatoes and seemed to have some type of pickled topping, which I personally did not care for. The spaghetti was okay, but it wasn't something I would order again. On the positive side, our server was very friendly and provided great service throughout our meal. The restaurant has a dark atmosphere, which may appeal to some diners, but wasn't really my preference for a lunch outing. One thing that surprised me was that the soda was served in cans rather than from a fountain. While the food wasn't quite what I was hoping for, the friendly service was appreciated.

Our waiter was extremely helpful & described the dishes with amazing detail. Per his suggestion we…read moregot the wagu carpaccio and it was one of the most delicious dishes I've ever had, and such a unique flavor I've truly never had anything like it. I can't wait to go back! The ambiance is extremly cozy and charming. While you wait for your reservation you can get a drink in the hotel lobby, their drinks are amazing. Overall a 10/10 experience and I would highly recommend it!

Wonderful location and the ambiance was great…read more Service started friendly and ended abrasive with a used car sales person vibe. Food took 1.5 hours , 3 of 4 dishes were too spicy to enjoy and not communicated, the croquettes came out after we were done with dinner, and the salad never came out. Overall, terrible experience for such a lovely ambiance. Advice - eat the at the bar and don't enter the restaurant or enjoy the rooftop and go to town topic for food. Dinner was tonight 4/24 at 7pm.

It was ok. I love Lidia's cooking show so was super excited to eat here. I should have looked…read moreinto 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.

I recently visited Kansas City on a three week work trip, and ate at Lidia's three times! I'm…read morealways on the lookout for great Italian food, and they certainly serve it here. The environment is also stunning-- upscale though not stuffy or overly formal. Service at the bar was always excellent. Highlights from the menu included the octopus salad, pollo al limone, and blackberry and apple strudel. Great selection of wines by the glass, beers on tap, and perfectly mixed cocktails. Oh, and their complimentary homemade focaccia is not to be skipped!

Charming space with kind and attentive service. Really enjoy the build your own pasta option. Great…read morefor a quick bite

Love this place. The back patio is great and I enjoyed watching the World Cup there. The staff had…read morehelpful suggestions of what to order. I got their sweet pea ravioli. One friend got the chicken tortellini with shared garlic knots and the other ordered lasagna. I absolutely loved the sweet pea ravioli and the garlic knots. The garlic knots were perfect; not too garlicky with the right texture. They sell Popwell and it's my new favorite soda, so I was happy. Their cannolis are wonderful with a dash of cinnamon. I can't wait to try their salads and sandwiches. Parking is a bit of a challenge.

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!

As usual, this restaurant group just knocks it out of the park. They excel in smaller menus, but…read moremaking everything perfect. The vibe is lively and the service is impeccable. Crazy good pizzas and pastas. I need to go back when I can talk my wife into splitting the chicken parm with me. Table next to us got it and I'm pretty sure it's a whole chicken. And get the tirimisu. You'll be nibbling on it with your morning coffee for three days after.

We really enjoyed our lunch here the other day. We had always heard how great the fried chicken is,…read moreso we went for the Tuesday lunch special (they do have fried chicken for dinner every evening too). The fried chicken is very good. Well seasoned and not greasy. The lunch came with 3 pieces of chicken, a scoop of green beans (has bacon and onion in it fyi) and a scoop of their delicious mashed potatoes with white creamy gravy (no pepper, more cheesy, so good). I do wish they gave you a bit more of the sides, but it was a good amount for the $ at lunch. Appreciate the bread and butter as you wait for the meal. Our server and everyone we interacted with were so nice. The space is very cozy and comfortable. We definitely plan to go back for dinner soon, as we hadn't been here for many years?

Authentic Italian, Warm Hospitality, in a Timeless Atmosphere…read more This gem is a time capsule. The walls are covered with family pictures and the menu is traditional. Carrie took care of us and she is attentive and delightful! Bread and Butter arrive out complementary. We upgraded by ordering the Sicilian oil and Garlic. We shared a wedge salad before out entrees arrived. The salads are huge, sharing is definitely the correct path. For dinner i selected to Lemony chicken Picata. It was light and flavorful. The pasta was a great accent to the chicken and the citrus was the dominant flavor, in the best way! My friend loved the gnocchi. The potato Dumplings were large and fluffy. Dessert was exquisite. We shared a huge piece of the Berry Cream Torte.