Farina is one of our favorite date night spots in Kansas City. We love grabbing seats at the oyster…read morebar, enjoying an incredible meal while watching the energy of the city outside. It always feels like a special night out. Ashley is usually our server, and she's an absolute gem. She offers thoughtful recommendations, knows the menu inside and out, and provides the kind of warm, amazing service that keeps us coming back. The food is consistently outstanding. On this visit we shared the ceviche, the tagliatelle Bolognese, and the Campo Lindo chicken breast. It was all delicious. We love that the menu is always being updated, but they continue to offer some of our favorites. The ambiance is just as memorable as the food. Whether you choose the oyster bar, the cocktail bar, or the dining room, the experience always feels elevated. They also have a great private dining room. We recently celebrated a friend's birthday there, and it was the perfect setting. Farina continues to deliver one of the best dining experiences in Kansas City. From the exceptional food and thoughtful service to the inviting atmosphere, it's a restaurant we find ourselves returning to again and again. Highly recommend for date night or any special occasion.

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

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.

I love Wise Guy, every time I go the service is great. They are all so kind and friendly, I always…read morehave a great time. The vibes are so classy and cozy at the same time. If I get an appetizer I'll get the truffle fries, and chicken parm rigatoni alla vodka as my meal and it's on my Last Meal menu it's so good. Wise Guy is always my go to for a nice dinner.

Food and service are beyond great. Ambiance is casual but nice. Would highly recommend for any…read moreoccasion

Bacaro started well, but has fallen off in recent visits. Too much salt. And, they terminated…read moreChris, their best bartender, for reasons unknown. It is no longer in our rotation, which is too bad, as we live an easy walk away.

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!

Great food, KC mainstay From Indian Springs to today it's…read morehard to beat. Calzone is what a true calzone is

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.

This is one of the best restaurants- literally one of the best meals I've EVER had. Everything…read morewe've had is amazing. Wait staff is excellent. The focaccia bread is THE BEST. it is epic - worth the drive.

The food was incredible. Perfect portions, perfect seasoning, and the ingredients tasted so fresh!read more

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.