Great vibe with live music. Music was not so loud that you could not have a conversation. Food was excellent. Servers were very attentive!

Update: Cupini's stepped up in a great way. I really appreciate the refund and the gift card they gave me to resolve my experience. it's great to see a business take ownership like that. I'm looking forward to visiting in person! read more

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

Cupini's - Build your own pasta - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Love this place. The back patio is great and I enjoyed watching the World Cup there. The staff had helpful 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. read more

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If you are compelled by delicious, organic, locally sourced and made-from-scratch food, GO TO CUPINI'S. I live in the area and had heard of Cupini's, drive past it all the time, always thought, "I should check that place out," but hadn't until now. And now I wish I had gone a long time ago!! This charming family-owned and operated restaurant is really special. It isn't fancy. You order at the counter, seat yourself, and then they bring your food to you. BUT THE FOOD... the bruschetta is made with heirloom tomatoes, and it is the best I have ever had. The lasagna is phenomenal. The chicken tortellini incredible. The pizza is perfection. Loved the Caesar salad, gnocchi... and the desserts are stupid good! I don't typically care for tiramisu but it was my favorite of all the desserts I tried. The cannoli was light and crispy, the black and white cake was amazing, and the carrot cake like none I have seen before. It was rainy the day I visited, but they have an adorable patio with live music Friday and Saturday nights, and the service was phenomenal--special thanks to Guiliano! My husband and I decided this is the place to take guests, when friends or family come visit from out of town. The family, the fresh organic and made-from-scratch food, it was all just an experience. read more

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Oh man this place was BOMB!! Delivered to work and enjoyed happily. 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! read more

Cupini's - Fresh Turkey Sandwich - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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I've always ordered Uber eats from this place because they let you customize your pasta. But having it on the spot was delicious. You order before you get a table. It's pretty casual. Foods phenomenal though! read more

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I love Cupini's. It's one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the city. The service is always friendly and fast. They have a good amount of seating and they have a very nice, large outdoor patio. The interior can get crowded because you walk up to order during peak hours but the wait is worth it. They have lots of different items from pastas, sandwiches, pizzas, and desserts. I have my favorites that I order nearly every visit. I love their house salad. It's simple and the produce is always fresh. But I really just order it because I love their balsamic vinaigrette. It's so good. And they do distribute it in some grocery stores. I occasionally buy a bottle. But you can also snag a bottle there along with other items. The lasagna is hands down my favorite. It's meaty, cheesy, and with 6 layers of noodles, substantial. I love that they use a béchamel sauce. And the bolognese is perfection. Which is why I also have to get an order of garlic cheese bread. A carby vehicle topped with cheese to sop up all that delicious sauce, yes please! Make sure to grab a dessert too! I'm partial to the cheesecake slices and the flourless chocolate cake. But I'm pretty sure you can't go wrong with any of the options. Definitely stop in if you haven't before. read more

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Great food, great patio, but the staff were pretty antisocial and took away from the experience. For my first time visiting I felt that the menu was confusing and overwhelming to read. I explained that it was my first time and asked for some recommendations and it still was confusing. The person who brought out my food just silently placed the plate on my table and walked away. No silverware, napkins, or service in general. I thought it was rude and standoffish. There were many employees walking by on the patio but nobody checking in with people to make sure it is a good experience. I was pleased with the food quality, flavor and portion sizes but a little bit disappointed in the drink I ordered. I asked for a High Noon and was offered a lemonade cocktail. I asked "is it carbonated" before trying it and the bartender said yes. It was indeed non-carbonated. It seems that this restaurant is a serve yourself style restaurant and that's fine but things are not easy to find. I asked for a cup of water and was given an empty cup but couldn't find where the drinks were. Additionally no place to refill drinks on the patio. read more

Cupini's - Patio area - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Cupini's has been around so long it's become part of the fabric that anchors this part of the Plaza area 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. read more

What an amazing hidden gem in KC! If you haven't tried this pasta spot, it's a must-visit. The regular pasta my husband had was absolutely delicious, and the gluten-free options I tried were surprisingly tasty--something you don't often find! Usually, we don't get to enjoy pasta dinners together because many places don't have good gluten-free options for me, but here we both had wonderful dishes to enjoy side by side. The salad was fresh and flavorful, and the patio area made for a lovely dining experience. This place has quickly become one of our favorites. Great food, a beautiful patio, and thoughtful options that let us both enjoy a real pasta night out together! read more

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I've been to Cupini's for lunch a couple of times and I've always been happy with my meal. My favorite sandwich that I've tried is the Gangster. The flavors work very well together and I find it surprisingly refreshing and light. I haven't gotten anything that's knocked my socks off, but I've always had a pleasant experience. read more

Cupini's - The Gangster - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

Cupini's is a hidden gem in Westport that brings authentic Italian flavors to Kansas City! The atmosphere is warm and casual with a deli-style setup showcasing fresh pastas and desserts. We started with the bruschetta (a favorite!), deli salads, and a house salad -- all super fresh and delicious. Highlights included the made-to-order pasta, Margherita pizza, roast beef sandwich, and of course their signature lasagna -- rich, cheesy, and full of flavor. For dessert, we tried it all: cannoli, chocolate chip cannoli, tiramisu, and cheesecake, paired with a splash of limoncello Everything was amazing -- plus, you can buy their fresh pasta and sauces to take home! Highly recommend for a casual Italian experience done right. Great service with friendly staff Follow NEYANVENTURES on Instagram and TikTok to see video reviews of the full experience read more

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Such a fun place to bring family and friends! You order at the counter and your food is brought to your table. I had to order just about everything... two entree's, salad and dessert. The spinach and beet salad came with a honey mustard which I thought was going to be a little funky but ended up working well. I have no clue what dessert I ordered, I just pointed at it and said that one please. I don't think you can go wrong on picking a dessert here though. I also ordered a potato pizza and the seafood ravioli. The homemade pizza was so unique, I have never thought to put slices of potato on a pizza before. The seafood ravioli was pretty good, I can definitely tell the pasta is made fresh here. I can't wait to come back and try more. read more

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Fresh Pasta, Made to order for enjoyment in their restaurant, Prepared and taken to go, OR bought from the counter and cooked at home for your family! There is nothing like fresh, made in house pasta. If I am cooking Italian, it's easy to pick up their pasta to go and prepare it at home. Last night, my friend and I popped in for a delicious dinner. We started with the Toasted Ravioli ( Meat filled and delicious ) and then I had a house salad and Sausage and Fennel Ravioli. He looked at me and said that I ordered Ravioli twice, and I said " I know, It's Delicious!" When you are dining in, you order at the counter, then they bring it to your table. I then had to pop back up and order dessert. The drinks are self-serve ( coke products, Iced Tea, Sweet Tea ... ) unless you want a bottle of wine, glass of wine, or beer... I don't think they have raised their prices in years ( best value in town )! read more

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Cupini's was clearly very authentic -- from the moment I walked in, I could tell it was going to be good. The portions were generous for the price, and the fact that it was so busy only confirmed how popular and well-loved this place is. Even though the wait was a bit long, it was absolutely worth it. The lasagna was saucy, packed with cheese and meat, and came in a great portion size that left me full and satisfied. Eating out on the patio was such a nice touch, especially with the live music and the warm, friendly employees who made the experience even better. A must-visit spot for anyone craving real Italian comfort food! I will be back if I'm ever in the area again! read more

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Cupini's is a KC Top 3 must try, restaurant bucket list item that all should have! I had failed, in all my years of marriage to bring my NY husband here. This past chilly, snowy Friday we made the trek to Cupini's. It was better than I had remembered. We bellied up to the counter and ordered salad, cheese toast, pasta entrees, beer, Chianti and dessert. After eating at some other older, KC staple Italian restaurants we were pleasantly surprised with the lower cost, with thrice the ambiance as the others. Getting in at around 2:40 we Arrived for a late lunch and had the restaurant to ourselves for about 40 minutes, that was nice! The restaurant was toasty, with an electric fireplace to added extra warmth and a romantic, winter glow ... and the Chianti kept me warm until our piping hot pasta arrived. Caesar and house salad were fresh and fabulous, the pasta and sauce were also fresh and hot. I can't stress enough how much of a difference there is in fresh vs box pasta!!! We ended with a healthy sized cannoli that was delizioso!!! Impressed my hard to impress NY husband which made the trip all the more worth it. read more

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I love the food at Cupini's, whether it's delivery, take out or dine in, everything is super fresh and flavorful. The patio was such a treat (it's huge and welcoming) and the wine selection was good. Our server didn't seem very happy and made us feel rushed (it was close to closing time but there were other tables still there and coming in). I'll definitely go back but I'll make sure to get there before 7pm because they started closing things down just a little after that. read more

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Such amazing home cooked Italian food. I have the chicken piccato and it was seasoned and delicious I didn't want to stop eating it. The portion are enough to share. Whatever you order you must get the garlic knots. The service was fast and enjoyable and it didn't take long to get the food. You are sitting in the past, you see old pasta makers , picture of where the store started as. The TV has a picture of Italy in the background and wine on the walls. read more

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Everything was amazing! I had Capellini, Marinara and meatballs with a slice of chocolate mousse. read more

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The back patio here is perfecttttt. Lasagna is delicious and the bruschetta is my fav I've ever had-- it's so fresh! Would recommend. They also have great drink deals for happy hour. read more

Cupini's - Bruschetta - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Cupini's has been one of my favorite Italian places for years. Fresh pasta, fast service/ ample seating, delicious desserts, and buttery fresh garlic knots. How could you go wrong? read more

Beware of incomplete delivery orders. Rude, terrible customer service. Placed an order through Grubhub. Cupini's forgot to pack the utensils so the driver delivered the food without the utensils. We are visiting from out of state and food delivered without utensils is useless. My wife and I tried to speak with Nick at Cupini's three times and were hung up on each time. The restaurant is 3.1 miles away so it would not have been too hard for someone from the restaurant to deliver the utensils they forgot to pack. read more

we had a party of 6 and everyone thought their food was very good. I had lasagne which was very good and a nice-sized portion. another 3-4 had ravioli either cheese, meat, or seafood and each was pleased. the food arrived quickly enough despite a full house. read more

It was our first visit so wasn't sure whether to order or be seated, the girl at the register looked us up and down with a huge attitude. The food was phenomenal, cute ambiance, we will be back! Attitude or not!!! read more

One of our long-standing favorite Italian restaurants in Kansas City. They have been a staple to the area for a really long time. Whether you're ordering takeout or dining in, they are so friendly and welcoming. We try to visit at least once a month and bring home some of their frozen selections to in between our visits. You can't go wrong with their spaghetti and cannolis. Also, the lemoncello is amazing and we have a couple bottles that we keep in our fridge. read more

Cupini's is my go-to for casual italian in the city. Owner Franco Cupini attended the Culinary School of Rome and has even worked for the former president of Italy. It's counter service - and they offer everything from ready-to-cook pasta to homemade limoncello, catering services and delicious, authentic desserts. Two of their most popular dishes are the Lasagna and the Chicken Prosciutto Tortellini, both of which were tasted by Guy Fieri himself. My personal go-to meal is their build your own pasta bowl with veggies and bechemel sauce. Their covered patio is the perfect place to enjoy Cupini's Thirsty Thursday with $10 bottles of wine all day or Sangria Saturday with $12 sangria carafes before 4 p.m. Check out Cupinis and find out why Kansas City claims some of the best Italian food in the Midwest! read more

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The food here is so good!! If you are looking for fancy & romantic this is NOT the place. Everything is ordered at the front counter & delivered to your table. I had the lasagna which is a MUST try here. They have the best ever! I had a side salad, a glass of Pinot Grigio, garlic bread and the lasagna. My bill was $36.02 which I feel is a bit overpriced considering there are no waiters or waitresses. You pour your own water & soft drinks, get your own cutlery and napkins so this is a bit steep in my opinion. read more

Cupini's - Lasagna - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

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Cupini's is the place for a casual Italian dinner. Service is always fast and the food is always consistent. There's a broad spectrum of menu items. My usual order is chicken parmesan or chicken piccata. Sometimes I'll stray away from the usual and do pizza or pasta. Regardless of what I order as my meal, I always save room for dessert. They make some of my favorite cannolis in town. I found myself at Cupini's a lot over this past summer. The work they've done on the back patio has made it a really nice spot for dinner when the weather cooperates. read more

When you walk in, you order at the counter and take a number to your seat - which is okay! Thursdays are $10 bottles of wine from a certain selection. I highly recommend. I ordered the sausage and potato pizza since that's my favorite Italian dish ever and it was amazing! The raspberry passion fruit cheesecake was the best dessert I have ever had! I plan on going back often! read more

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

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I haven't tasted their pizza, but everything else is fabulous !! It would be impossible to say what is best !

Nestled in the heart of Westport, Cupini's is a beloved family-run Italian eatery that brings a slice of Rome to Kansas City. Founded by Franco Cupini--a chef trained at the Culinary School of Rome and former cook for the President of Italy--this cozy spot has been serving authentic, scratch-made Italian fare since 2003. ​ This place offers a casual and inviting atmosphere. Upon entering, you're greeted by a deli-style setup with a display of tempting desserts like tiramisu and cannoli on one side, and shelves of house-made pasta and sauces on the other. Ordering is done at the counter, after which you can choose a seat in the cozy dining area or on the charming outdoor patio. The restaurant also features live music on the Sunflower Stage during spring and summer weekends, adding to its vibrant community feel. ​ The menu at Cupini's is a testament to traditional Italian cooking, with a focus on fresh, high-quality ingredients. Standout dishes include the six-layer lasagna, praised by Guy Fieri on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and the Chicken Prosciutto Tortellini, both showcasing the restaurant's commitment to homemade pasta and rich flavors. ​ Another favorite is the Sweet Pea Ravioli, featuring house-made pasta filled with sweet peas and enveloped in a creamy bechamel sauce--a dish that balances richness with a touch of sweetness. For dessert, the freshly prepared cannoli and tiramisu are must-tries, offering a sweet conclusion to your meal.​ Kansas City Star Cupini's operates with a counter-service model, providing a relaxed dining experience. The staff is known for their friendliness and efficiency, ensuring that meals are served promptly. With most entrees priced around $13, Cupini's delivers exceptional value for authentic Italian cuisine. Additionally, the restaurant offers catering services, earning high praise for their professionalism and delicious offerings at events. ​ Whether you're in the mood for a comforting plate of pasta, planning a special event, or simply seeking a welcoming spot to enjoy live music and good food, Cupini's stands out as a Kansas City favorite. Its blend of authentic flavors, warm atmosphere, and community engagement makes it a must-visit for both locals and visitors alike. read more

I've been a customer of cupinis for more than a decade it is a go-to place from desserts to the best pasta in town. I have several Italian friends who say it's better than garozzo's. They're raviolis are absolutely outstanding it is a casual environment to eat in but you can get a glass of wine and a great meal at a decent price you can also get their homemade pastas to go. Now their sandwiches are hands down probably the one of the best sandwiches in town. And use them to cater several times and everyone always raves about the food. read more

Best pasta in Kansas City in my opinion. And now they have a patio and live music. I've been a customer since Cupini's opened. I'm a fan for life. Did I mention the limoncello and the cannoli? read more

This is a great family owned deli style authentic Italian place just west of Westport. Spicy mozzarella balls are amazing pizza and lasagna are classic and always well executed and the cannolis are a great way to finish things off. Service and cleanup in the eating area can sometimes be hit or miss during peak times but overall a great hidden gem in Kansas City. read more

Picked up food to go! Hubby loved the lasagna so much, we Doordashed a full spread the next night! The employees are cool. I can't wait to dine in & experience the ambiance. read more

Super bummed. Chicken Piccata tasted nothing like any piccata I've made or ordered - and this I know! There were no capers, no lemon wedges or lemon-garlic flavoring. It was basically a salty chicken stock gravy with some maybe canned mushroom sliced and a very stalky asparagus pieces set on top of thin sautéd chicken. I felt like I was having a bad homestyle cooked dinner over-seasoned with chicken stock and they forgot the mashed potatoes! Not even close to Italian vibe imo. Asked for an extra plate, waited long time, and that never came but the food runner said they were brining it. Service is nonexistent, you want it, you go get it and that can mean looking all around for a cup of ice water. No issues with the staff if that's the expectation but that model super sucks as a consumer. Ordered a bottle of wine and food for patio. Then very shortly then asked to leave. If closing soon and I'm not able to complete my meal or drinks, staff should have advised not to order! Poured out drinks and left food. read more

Cupini's - Supposed to be Chicken Piccata, but not good - Italian Near Me - Kansas City, Missouri

AMAZING FOOD! We got a tuna sandwich and a lasagna and it all tasted so fresh. I feel like they made the tuna in house it certainly did not taste like canned fish. The atmosphere in here is so sweet and intimate yet feels family friendly. The pasta is fresh and the desserts are beautifully crafted. Finished our meal with a tiramisu and it did not disappoint! Good place to eat and not feel guilty, olive oil and no processed junk in their Italian. Will gladly return and bring more friends! read more

This place doesn't need another review, it's good, you see the copious reviews and all the stars. I'm really here to confirm that it really is THAT GOOD. I basically just wish I lived down the street. The way I figure it, I could justify the carbs if I were to walk there for lunch, back for dinner, and for dessert later in the evening... Right?!?!? If I lived around the corner I could give you a systematic review of all of the menu because I would have tried them all. Every single one. Because I would, over time (a week at least), try them all. Alas, you are stuck with my review of three items: turkey panini, chicken prosciutto tortellini and cannoli. All delicious, all craveable. Now, I need to scroll over to look for home sales in the area. read more

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Ccupini's pasta-tively amazing! Step into this adorable Italian deli-style eatery and get whisked away to Italy in an instant! As you stroll in, you'll be greeted by a lot of tempting pastries at the charming deli counter. I couldn't resist ordering the pesto sandwich and a side spinach salad because, let's be honest, pesto is simply the "besto"! The prices were as good as the food itself, and every bite was incredible. The staff were as warm as a Tuscan breeze, and the outdoor seating area was as cute as a cannoli. read more

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