28 Best Italian Restaurants near North Kansas City

“I purchased the frozen meatballs, pasta sauce, cannoli shells and filling, salami, olives and provolone. I can’t say enough about the wonder flavors of everything. Even my most picky eaters gobbled down the meatballs and sauce to my delight. These were excellent additions to my Christmas Eve family dinner. I will definitely return but won’t wait for a holiday. Way too good to wait!“

“We had Garozzo’s cater our rehearsal dinner at Boulevard Brewing. From the very beginning they were extremely helpful getting the entire dinner together. They held a tasting at their restaurant downtown, where we were able to sample a lot of their different courses on their catering menu. This was a great way to find exactly what we wanted for our rehearsal dinner. The food was absolutely fantastic and they were constantly in touch with us through the entire process. They kept us up to date through the event. We highly recommend Garozzo’s to anyone needing any event catered.“

“Excellent Italian spot, I'd say one of the best in KC. You won't see "alfredo" on the menu, this place is authentic. Some of the best grilled shrimp I've ever had. Great happy hour, and I want to make it here for brunch sometime. I would say I prefer Ragazza to it's Mediterranean-flair sister restaurant Enzo in City Market.“

“My grandmother and I came in early in the evening. We were guided to a table almost immediately despite not having a reservation and the seat was nice because we got a good view of everything happening around us. Our server went above and beyond: constantly checking in if we needed anything and asking how the food tasted as well as boxing up our food for us. The food was extraordinarily delicious, definitely not store bought sauce! I kept thinking how I’d love to bring more of my family in the future. Thank you for a great meal and excellent service!“

“BP is a very nice, cozy, well thought out local Italian restaurant. I love the ambiance, lighting, and overall layout. The staff was very attentive and knowledgeable of the menu. Overall, I don't view BP as a destination restaurant. I wasn't overly wowed by the food overall, but it was solid at every turn. The fococcia was the one standout. If I lived nearby I'd probably visit a couple times a year. Nice date night spot.“

“I really love this restaurant! There's usually always good service whenever I have come here. Sometimes it can get pretty busy, but there are enough waiters to balance the rush. The ambiance is lowkey and even intimate, but comfortable and not too presumptuous. It is a nice place to enjoy a meal with another person or a small group of people, like family. The food is amazing, I have never eaten a bad meal here. I especially love the Cajun Tortellini, I could never get tired of that delectable flavor! The salmon was fantastic as well. Perfect texture and a great side of garlic whipped potatoes. Delicious! I wish I came here more often, honestly.“

“At the moment I have to say favorite place in KC. So rare to find staff that love their job and deliver excellent service. Amazing food, drinks, and experience. Reminds me of something I’d find in a place like South Beach (and would be 4 times the price there :)“

“Well hot damn. That was one of the best sandwiches I have had in a long time. We had the day off work and made the trek up North to try this gem. The restaurant was adorable, clean, and cozy. The service was helpful and friendly. The chicken bacon club sandwich was incredible. The chicken parm was equally as delicious. I cannot wait to try more of their sandwiches!“

“This was our first time trying this place. We usually have to drive a ways to get to a quality Italian restaurant but this place is it!! It's carry out only which is fine with me. OMG, very impressed!!! My wife loves lasagna and is very picky so I was reluctant but she thought it was marvelous! I had the swedishish meatballs in garlic cream sauce and it was unbelievable!! Portions are big, delicious, and reasonably priced. We'll definitely be going back!“

“Our server was magnificent. If she could have done more to please us I'm not sure what it might have been. It's a shame the tip was predetermined since we had six adults and three children. Frankly, left to my own devices - and cash - we all agreed she deserved $35.Kid-friendliness: We had two young teens and a 3-year-old. Cousins, they mixed and mingled and were delighted to be together. The server was delighted to engage them in great service and just a bit of conversation.“

“Good Mac and cheese place. We got the BBQ Mac which was of course super good. The BBB Mac which had SO MUCH bacon, it was a bit sweeter but still really good especially with all the bacon. And we got the fried Mac bites. Those were decent. Breading was super good on the and super crispy.Place is small with limited seating. Defiantly designed for the corporate clientele in the area. Self serv kiosk to order and looked to be one person behind making the food. He was supper apologetic of the wait (we didn’t wait long. Maybe 10 min). Nice little quick bite but better as take out instead of sitting to eat.“

“We attended a wine/food paring dinner and everything was delicious! The wine selection was great....we came home with a few bottles of new wine. Avery, Hannah and their team are wonderful. So friendly and accommodating, you feel like family when you dine here!“

“Don't tell anyone. This place is fantastic!!! Neighborhood italian masterpiece. Spiedeini di Pollo is the best in KC. My wife had the Lobster Spiedeini. Both came with saffron risotto. Tiramisu is to die for. This place has an atmosphere that is wonderful. Very intimate. Wine and drinks are great.“

“Pi Day has always been an excuse for me to enjoy some good pizza. A few years ago, though, my celebration was less than ideal when I ended up with a burnt pizza that wasn't at all what I had hoped for. Despite that mishap, I've continued to celebrate Pi Day, always in search of better experiences.The restaurant was busy, which meant my pizza took a bit longer to prepare than expected. They offered to make up for the wait with a complimentary slice of tiramisu. The tiramisu was an unexpected and delightful bonus.When my pizza finally arrived, the prosciutto mushroom pizza did not disappoint. The combination of flavors was well-balanced, and the pizza was cooked just right, a satisfying meal that made this year's Pi Day memorable.The ambiance made the dining experience feel like I had stepped out of Kansas City and into a small Italian eatery.Can't wait to come back. 4.5 stars.“

“Everything was wonderful! To start off, our server, Constantino, was the kindest and most attentive person I have ever met! He was a huge part in how nice the evening went. We ordered appetizers, entrees and desserts. Each one was delicious, it's almost impossible to pick a favorite. The atmosphere is great and all.of the staff were very friendly and personable. Also, the white sangria was so so so good! I'm a SAHM who doesn't get to have such lovely evenings often and everyone who works there made it such a lovely experience.Kid-friendliness: They were so accommodating with our two small children and were very kind to them!“

“My wife and I were fortunate to dine for the first time at Plate as guest of a 40 person wedding rehearsal group. The quality of food, cocktails and service was excellent. Management's training of staff was obvious. Staff was attentive and professional. Observation......the appearance of the serving and management surpassed many of the customers. I can't believe what people will wear to an elegant dining experience. I highly recommend Plate.“

“The first bite of the mushroom doughnuts with taleggio sauce sealed my positive review of @bar.medici in pen. This chewy not-quite-doughnut-texture bread bite is dusted with umami and dunked in the highest end of "cheese dips." 11/10. Worth going here for the cocktails and this. The salad escarole was great too though: one of those dishes that tastes like each individual ingredient at its peak, with plenty of salt and deep fried bacon bits. The spaghetti a la chittara was good: delicate, perfectly cooked noodles, the right hint of crab, and the Aleppo pepper dust on top is brilliant. I would have taken a bit more creaminess/sauce (I am a sauce girl, after all). The gelato was so much better (and bigger) than I expected. It's indescribably creamy as only the best European gelatos are and the flavor is at 11. The pistachio gelato isn't so much pistachio-flavored cream as it is a ball of creamy, cold, intense pistachio flavor. So good, but the toasted marshmallow was even better: a few crumbles of graham cracker to give crunch to the perfectly smooth gelato. 10/10 The cocktails were wonderful. On par with the other members of this restaurant/bar group with creative flavor pairings and beautiful presentation. I think my favorite was the Tribune (rye, gin, fig, thyme, cider), which the server said was oddly like a Jack and Coke (and she was right). We also had the focaccia, which was just ok (I would have rather had 3 more doughnuts!), the beef tartare (which I couldn't taste any of the truffle or egg yolk in, so it wasn't really as rich as I hoped), the sword fish (perfectly cooked but the sauce is really the star -- you could just eat the greens and sauce and it would hold all of its appeal), and a lovely little roulette of beef in a spicy tomato based sauce. Service was attentive (beware, they'll take your plate before you finish swiping up the yummy sauce!), and we didn't feel rushed at all. We also got plenty to eat and didn't spend quite as much as I expected (I expected the $$$$, haha).“

“Italian Gardens, what can I say? I grew up eating at this place. The meatballs in sauce transported me back to when I was child.❤️I truly enjoyed my sub sandwich and my kids loved the pizza. I am glad I was able to show the kids a slice of my childhood.Thanks John David. It was. Pleasure meet you.“

“For the price it's hard to beat the amount of food you get at Anthony's. My wife and I enjoyed our dinner here- since we arrived during a thunderstorm the restaurant was empty when we arrived. It filled up some as we dined but can't imagine it's hard to get a table on a Friday night. Italian food normally isn't my favorite but I enjoyed my chicken spiedini immensely. I also liked the KC jazz appetizer to dip the delicious bread in. We will definitely be back!“

“Spent St Pats day in Parkville. Hubby stopped in here as he’s not a fan of the Irish food selections where I was celebrating.He was IMPRESSED. Very clean cute and friendly atmosphere. He enjoyed their yummy fresh club sandwich.Thanks Rosa for a super fun experience . We will be making a trip back soon from Independence.“

“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ So close by … we heard so many great things and they were right! The staff was so friendly and welcoming and the food was great. The lasagna was delicious and not heavy at all. The sauce had a sweet taste to it and the Italian sub spectacular! Great portions and well priced. Apparently this spot is an icon and well deserved status!“

“If you are looking for a great option as a late night snack at your wedding then I highly suggest you book with Minsky's Pizza Truck. As a wedding planner, Minsky's made my clients and their guests SO happy to arrive at the end of the night! They were also very easy to work with, were on time, and were very flexible with any changes made. Thank you, Minsky's! -Heather, TPTKC“

“If you are trying to find a nice Italian restaurant that is worth the money, this is it. Lidia's has a gorgeous dining room and building. The food is really high quality. Only complaint I had was that the all you can eat pasta took a while to get refills. It took about 30 minutes between refills which just really drags out the dinner by the end of it. But with good company, this may not be an issue for you!“

“I brought a group of family and friends to Sunday Supper to celebrate my birthday this year. I cannot say enough good things about it. The restaurant is beautiful, the service was great, and the food was phenomenal. It's an incredible deal for the price. We were all very impressed and would love to visit again.“

“The waiting time for this Olive Garden was very quick despite it being very busy. The hardest part it seems was finding parking as it is next to a very busy Hy-Vee and you may find yourself fighting for a spot.The service was acceptable and the food and appetizers came out in a very timely manner.The servers and staff were kind and willing to answer any questions we had and even for how busy it was, we were still given adequate attention.While there is not much the Olive Garden can do about this, the spacing and dining can be a little to close and cramped for people moving about the hall. Besides that, great experience.“

“I can't believe it has taken me this long to write this review. This place is the go-to for my husband and I. We love the food (esp. the brunch), and drinks, but the real standout is the service. We love sitting at the bar and always hope that Christopher is working. He is hands down one of the best bartenders I have ever encountered. He is so friendly and professional. His recommendations never disappoint and he makes the best drink I have ever had (the spicy pear martini). The other bartenders and servers are great as well, but Christopher really stands out. You can tell he takes so much pride in his work and makes the already great experience at Trezo Mare that much better.“

“If you are looking for a great option as a late night snack at your wedding then I highly suggest you book with Minsky's Pizza Truck. As a wedding planner, Minsky's made my clients and their guests SO happy to arrive at the end of the night! They were also very easy to work with, were on time, and were very flexible with any changes made. Thank you, Minsky's! -Heather, TPTKC“

“Started at a nearby place with a long wait, so crossed the street & tried this place. We were greeted & sat immediately. It’s a pizza place, but lots of other options on the menu. We both had drinks & sandwiches. They were really, really good! The place was about half full and it was not loud at all. Overall the service was very good & the food was really tasty!“