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V's Italiano Ristorante
93/100 (1239 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Meatballs
Beef
Lasagne
Osso Buco
Cannelloni
Lobster
Chicken Alfredo
Eggplant
Pesto
Fish
Pasta
Ossobuco
Salad
Clams
Eggs Benedict
Alfredo
Shrimp
Sit down
Italian
Highchairs Available
Buffet
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Television
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Seating
Gift Cards Available
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Wonderful from the greeting, servers, food, price, atmosphere...been comming since our 1st date 40 years ago. Looking forward to enjoying it for many..."
Anita Brown
"This was a very nice place! The food was great! And the service was great too!! My husband and I will become regulars. The price was actually..."
Tina Aguirre
"My husband loved his manicotti and he's a picky eater. I think they make their own croutons which impressed me. Nice ambiance. Great service. Toasted..."
Lauren Beiler
"Lord have mercy we celebrated my brother's birthday here about a week ago the brunch was awesome the Mimosas was flowing the food had us singing for..."
Sheri R Brown
"The service was impeccable. The food was spot-on. The atmosphere was pleasant with excellent mood inspiring music playing softly in the background...."
Brian Damron
"V's never let's me down. Food was very good. The pick up process easy and the staff very courtesy. Will definitely dine and out with them..."
Virginia DeBoard
"Went in for cocktails before dinner then had a wonderful time. Erica provided the service and did outstanding. Everything was on mark and wouldn't..."
Britta Sammy
Salvatore's Restaurant
90/100 (451 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Calamari
Calamares
Alfredo
Meatballs
Lasagne
Tortellini
Tortelloni
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Takeout
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Went here for dinner last night and sat at the bar. The sangria was the best I've ever had. The food was delicious, the bartenders were friendly..."
Sherri Bartels Oothout
"Since I moved to Kansas City I've been looking for a homey mom and pop Italian restaurant! Last night we decided to try Salvatore's for the first..."
Makaylah Hodge Sposato
"This restaurant has been consistently a great place for us to eat whether it's just my wife and I or with our kids and even large Groups. The..."
Michael Hennessy
"My husband took me to Salvatore's the other night for my birthday. The food was very authentic and molto delizioso! Waiting staff was attentive and..."
Rachel Marie Williams
"The best Italian restaurant in KC . Love the veal parmesan. You can't go wrong they have picture of Joe DiMaggio. Remember if you go to a Italian..."
Joe Szalewski
"Love it every time!! Went in for lunch today always fast and never leave on an empty stomach.. Our server ( male been there forever) was amazing..."
Jamie Fisher
"Great food great service nice place to go definitely..."
James Picard
"Salvatore's catered a wedding reception for the facility I work for and we were beyond pleased and impressed with their services! The food arrived..."
Amanda Scherer
"This is where my grandson wanted to go for his 9th birthday. He couldn’t have picked a better place. Everything was awesome. Our waiter and I’m..."
Martha Amidon-Smith
"Hands down the best Italian restaurant i have ate at. Great atmosphere, amazing food, and just all around..."
Jaynie Moore
"Went to Salvatore's for dinner last evening. Greeted as we came in the door, seated right away. Service was excellent. Portion sizes were enough..."
Barb Murphy Beavers
"Salvatore's catered my wedding, and my husband and I were beyond impressed. A month later, we are still getting comments on how delicious the food..."
Lindsey Fritts
"Everything was perfect from the staff to the food and the ambiance. Couldn't have asked for a better..."
Chris Chubick
"My favorite Italian restaurant! I always have a glass of chianti, some Italian butter and bread, the best house salad and a different entree each..."
Jean Ellen Mynatt Oltvedt
"Love this place !! Been here a few times and all the food is delicious and service was wonderful! Great experience all..."
Bridget Fleming
"Wait staff was attentive. Food was superb. Great place to sit and talk with family and friends. And the red sangria was..."
Kate Schreier Girup
"Sam and company know how to host a dinner for 2 or a party for 40. Great service, food, reasonably priced. All around 5 stars ⭐️..."
Pamela Wilson
"Very friendly good people great food you gotta try the talion..."
Viva Kroeger
"I like the atmosphere here, very cozy. However, on a busy Friday night that means cramped and kind of loud. If that doesn't bother you, go ahead and..."
KCNative
"Gem in independence. This is our goto place for "date night" when we don't want to have to deal with going to downtown/ midtown KC.The food..."
LIANNA LOGIC
"I stayed at Hawthorne B&B, and they directed me to Salvatorres. Wow! The food was fantastic, the service exceptional. I will be..."
Kevin Smith
"Just okay... Heard alot about this place. Very pleasing relaxed decor. Friendly staff. Food on the other hand was okay. I odered one of the spadini..."
Out4fun
"Excellent experience....Clean and tidy with outstanding service! Knowledgeable waiter who didn't hesitate to answer all questions we had and..."
Jamie Rangel
"Had a great dinner. The hosts are always very welcoming, waiters always attentive and the food is delicious. Thank you Hunter for a great..."
Chris Jones
"First time eating here , we loved every min of it.. My guy Trey was very good at his job.. The service is and was on point ... Can't forget about..."
Alpha Jones
"Took my Mom for Mother’s Day lunch. It was phenomenal service, excellent food. Enjoyed it immensely. It’s a neighborhood place my mom and stepdad..."
Stephanie Swope
"I’ve been coming to this restaurant since I was eight years old I am now 27, I will continue to come here, please pray this restaurant never gets..."
Kirstyn Barlow (AggressiveTuber)
"This place is wonderful and their service is great! It is my birthday and my grandparents aren't mobile anymore so I wanted to order to go so I could..."
Whitney Findley
The Naughty Noodle
87/100 (230 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Alfredo
Pesto
Noodle
Sit down
Italian
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Noodles handmade and homemade, the quality at this restaurant is not only wonderful, but unique. Each dish has its own signature blend of flavors,..."
Alyn Moncsko
"Cute cozy space, and lasagna rolls (we had the chicken feta and chicken artichoke bacon) were delicious and served with a fresh, crisp salad. We'll..."
Jenny Root
"The most amazing food! I had the Naughty Manicotti (which is a gluten free crepe) stuffed with roasted chicken, baby bell peppers and dried..."
Pam Ortegon
"We loved this place, fresh food, lovely atmosphere. Don’t be tempted to eat it all, it was just as great warmed up. You will want to save room for..."
Charlotte Minor Vidrio
"Such a cute little shop, great service and amazing food! Had the gluten free manicotti which is definitely a new..."
Heather Jones
"Wonderful food! Love it! The pasta is to die..."
Cathy Lane Teal
"Had our office dinner party and the food, service and atmosphere were terrific..."
Tom Pfaff
"No complaints here! Has been outstanding each..."
Melinda Flanagan
"Nice quality ingredients, all food was yummy. We specifically visited in Sept and greatly appreciated our inquiries to some food allergies. They..."
Mandy S
"A gem of pasta making. Flavorful cozy and friendly. The taste was very delicious and looking forward to taste the rest of the..."
Erubiel Valladares
"Such a gem hidden in the heart of independence. This was by far one of the best pasta meals I have had. So fresh and delicious. We will be repeat..."
Julie Culp
"Walking into the nice, quaint, Italian-esque atmosphere of this place started an evening of what would be some of the best food I've ever had. From..."
Wendell Harness
"We haven't been inside because our first visit to The Naughty Noodle was during the pandemic for take out. But it has always been recommended by our..."
Intentional Travelers
"Hand made pasta and delicious sauce. From manicotti to spaghetti and lasagna rolls. Open Wed-Sat for fine..."
Bill H.
"It’s actually really difficult to find a good HOMEMADE noodle place, but Jamie’s pasta is amazing! Best homemade Mac n cheese I’ve had. Thank..."
Alexandria Rochetto
"Tasty dishes served up hot. Menu has well marked v, vg, and gf options!!! Bread is made next door. Cheesecake made in house. Pasta was fabulous. Had..."
Phil Segura
Mangiare Italian Restaurant
85/100 (857 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Drinks
Dinner
Lunch
Pasta
Salad
Tiramisu
Meatballs
Lasagne
Chicken Wings
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Street Parking
Seating
Live Music
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Non-smoking restaurants
Dinner
Drinks
Mid-range
"Amazing dining experience. I stopped by for dinner one evening anticipating I would enter a lesser version of the Olive Garden. I was pleasantly..."
Adam Reeder
"First time to try this restaurant, and it will not be the last! I came on my birthday and it made my day seriously. The food was beyond..."
Nada ElSabry
"Stopped in to great some lunch over a weekend with a friend who's birthday was mid-week. As most restaurants are currently struggling for full time..."
Branden Drury
"Had a wonderful freshly cooked lunch. The staff is super friendly and efficient. Cash and plastic accepted, masks required, public restrooms, and..."
Sam Martinez
"Just WOW!! Date night with the Misses. Unbelievable dinner. I had the Lasagne and my wife had the Chicken Picatta. Amazing!! Dessert was excellent..."
Scott Lebengood
"Staff is very friendly, atmosphere is very cute and Italian themed. We were sat immediately and able to sit outside thanks to the mild weather today!..."
Alexandria Rochetto
"Very good restaurant, had seen reviews about it smelling like mildew but it smelled fine. My girlfriend and I had a lovely dinner, the waitress was a..."
Luke Lovas
Cafe Verona
85/100 (2322 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Italian
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Dinner
Lunch
Carbonara
Shrimp
Chicken Parmesan
Ice Cream
Gelato
Pasta
Pesto
Salad
Fish
Mac and cheese
Paninis
Risotto
Salmon
Tiramisu
Sandwiches
Meatballs
Lasagne
Sit down
Italian
Serves Alcohol
Takeout
Wine and Beer
Accepts Mastercard
Parking Available
Accepts Visa
Free off-street parking
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Accepts Discover
Reservations
Seating
Table Service
Highchairs Available
Wheelchair Accessible
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"The place comfortable, delicious food and the waitress is very..."
Losa Lo
"Exquisito lugar , tranquilo, frente al mar y muy bien atendido por las chicas. Delicioso todo. Lo recomiendo..."
Ana Muñoz Aguilera
"Excelente atención, todo muy rico grato ambiente 100% recomendable..."
Karen Castillo Maldonado
"Excelente atención. Muy rico el café. Ambiente agradece muy linda..."
Anabella Inés Ricatti
"This is a place you should go to try more authentic Italian food. I've been here multiple times and never left disappointed. Only downside it more..."
KCNative
"Fabulous salads! Fresh, and large portions! The Insalata Bistecca came with not just a few pieces of meat, but rather a buttery full steak on my..."
Lynette Miller
"Outstanding ambiance and food to match. Trio bruschetta followed by strawberry walnut salad then the sweet corn risotto and artichoke ravioli and..."
Getuclu4u
"Passing through town and pleasantly surprised. Much more interesting and classic menu than your pasta heavy style italian. Many ingediants were..."
Tom Wigington
"Very Good Meal. My wife and I dined at Cafe Verona on a Saturday night in early December of 2012. We made a same-day reservation and were seated..."
Chris Gilmore
"Perfect lunch spot!. We eat here quite a lot! Food is wonderful (Chicken Piccata is a favorite) The Pinini's are really good...any of them! Upscale..."
Bran
"Cravings from Phoenix. In February, my mother got married, and as it was a small ceremony, had her reception at Cafe Verona. Growing up in KC, I'd..."
Marilyn
"Best Italian in The Metro?. Bold statement right? This place can back it up. It's on par or a nose ahead of some of the best Italian offered in the..."
McSalmon
"Good food, cozy atmosphere. Husband and I happened to be in Independence Friday night and decided to give it a try. We were impressed right off by..."
Foodsnob
"Getting Better Each Visit. I've come here a handful of times and each trip, the food gets better. Overall, I'd rate this as a decent Italian place,..."
Andy
"After a rough patch of stagnation, this little hideaway has finally come out shining. The menu is getting updates and they even offer somewhat..."
Michael John Otto
"Cafe Verona is a wonderful Italian spot in Independence located on the Historic Independence..."
Sharmin Meadows
"Wow! Nicole was a Superb server.. full of historical information about the Square, personable and spot on taking care of our needs. The food here was..."
Sir Spazalot
"Tried the calamari and fell in love, the seasoning in the breading is the best I've ever had. The pasta dishes are easily shareable and delicious, so..."
Brandon Schnur
"Perfect. The entire staff was pleasant and welcoming. The host was cheerful and was active (probably the busser too?). Food was great. Fries are..."
Joshua Judy
"I love the look of this place. Their courtyard truly reminds me of being in Italy. My server Andy was awesome and friendly. I had White sangria, the..."
CEM Classic
"Food was outstanding! It was my birthday celebration and couldn't have celebrated at a better establishment with my family and especially the..."
Adaire Stewart
"We are so glad that Cafe Verona is back open. Even on a limited schedule (please check the website for updates), it is not only the best Italian..."
Eric Thompson
Square Pizza
82/100 (418 ratings)
Restaurants
Pizza
Italian
Pizza
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Personal Size Deep Dish Pizza
Small Meat Lovers
Salad
Strange Calzone
Wings
Black Olives
Square Pizza
Milk
Medium Pepperoni
Greek salad
Supreme on Cauliflower Crust
Stromboli
Six Cheese and Pepperoni Pizza
Polly's Pop Vareities
Medium Meat Lovers
Sisters Sweet Cupcakes
Supreme and Meat Lovers Pizza
Polly's Pop Cream Soda
Pepperoni Pizza Dip
Homemade Mac and Cheese and Chicken from Sisters
Sit down
Pizza
Italian
Takeout
Seating
Wheelchair Accessible
Parking Available
Dinner
Lunch
Cheap Eats
"Great pizza, good service. Square Puzza is unique, with the cheese in the bottom and the sauce on top and a nice pan style crust. The small was big..."
Mike Schelp
"Asked for a thin crust taco pizza and the crust was done to a delicious, toasty perfection. Great place, great food, great..."
Jan D McCormack
"Other places think they have the best pizza but Square Pizza ACTUALLY has the best pizza. Hands down the best anywhere in the greater metro area!..."
Yvette Marchetti
"One of our favorite pizza spots - food is ALWAYS delicious, beer is cold, arcade is clean & machines functioning, staff is friendly and..."
Amber Tennille
"Really like their pizza and now they have Polly Pop- bonus!! Longer wait then normal but wad worth..."
Tracy Enke
"Very yummy! Fast service and clean! Love the original pan crust and highly recommend the..."
Dana Marie
"We were visiting from Iowa and we visited the 1859 jail and took the mule wagon ride around the square and seen this place and thought we would give..."
Julie Muncy-Vetick
"We hosted our 3 year old's birthday party here today in the party room. The employees were so accommodating and very helpful. Everyone had such a..."
Melody Henthorne
"The best pizza ever! Great music playing. Great..."
Wilma Savage
"Love their pizza :) good place to bring kiddos. My daughter loves it. Good..."
Morgan Newport
"The food is good and the service is the greatest! We ordered 3 large pizzas of different kinds. When they brought them out they told us they had..."
Christina Fullerton Jones
"Great service, great pizza! First time here but it won’t be the..."
Brian Bradley
"The food here is even better than I remembered. I will definitely be..."
Timothy S Russell
"Pros: 1) Nicely flavored pizza/ingredients 2) Not super expensive Cons: 1) Slow service (they have too few employees and are looking for more) 2)..."
N A
"Ordered them through doordash and enjoyed it pizza was heavy with toppings and cheese would recommend to any pizza lovers out..."
david tolbert
"Been wanting to try this pizza since I moved to Independence over two years ago, lol, finally made it and I must admit I am not disappointed, just..."
Rhonda Bright
"We just found this place and enjoyed them for the first time ever. AMAZING AMAZING AMAZING!!!!! We arrived near closing time and the general manager..."
Shadow2Mist
"Always good but now the games are all $1 rather than $.50 which is kinda a rip off considered the claw machine with candy or the one with small..."
Melody Holmes
"Pizza was hot and done fairly quickly. The shop was clean and they even offered a beer with lunch. It was a quiet place to enjoy a delicious..."
Zach Hankins
"I had an hour before an appointment so I decided to eat lunch at Square Pizza after driving around and around the Independence Square. They had..."
Christina Calderon
Carrabba's Italian Grill
78/100 (1014 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Italian
Italian
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Shrimp
Pasta
Salad
Scallops
Calamari
Calamares
Meatballs
Lasagne
Pesto
Sit down
Italian
Seating
Table Service
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Takeout
Television
Reservations
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Mid-range
"I keep my standards high for Italian food and let me tell ya our waitress, the staff, the food, and the atmosphere went above and beyond my..."
Tomas Lopez
"Vicki was our server & she was outstanding. I have never experienced bad food here. Everthing is delicious & always get your requests fulfilled. My..."
Kay Venyard
"Four of us went to the wine tasting dinner on Tuesday 2/21. The wines were from the "Taken" winery and, on whole, were very very good. The Pinot..."
Ray Rosewall
"Server was hilarious and the lobster ravioli was the..."
Paula Barclay
"My favorite place for steak... at an Italian restaurant, believe it or not! They have the best wood grilled filet! Have not had to wait more than 10..."
Deana Guyton Duyck
"We went for dinner 11/27/16, and all the staff was very friendly. Our server, I cannot remember her name, but it started with a K, was very attentive..."
Elaine Harrison
"Don't waste time waiting to be seated, head to the bar! Our bartender gave us excellent service and the food was excellent too! Shared the seafood..."
Kathy Ogar Quick
"We celebrated my parents 60th wedding anniversary here last night and the staff were absolutely amazing!! We were a fairly large crowd and they..."
Melita Van Winkle
"We have never had a bad meal at Carrabb’s. Only thing would make life better is if it was closer to Wentzville Mo. We have to drive 3 to5 he’s..."
Henry Webb
"We had a last minute party of 25 for my Mom's birthday and they managed to sit us down and gave us awesome service, the food was delicious and the..."
Lizza Saenz
"Never disappointed at the Independence, MO store. It's all about Kenny and his staff. Highly recommend this..."
Gary Showalter
"Great experience, haven't eaten here in over a decade...and don't remember it being this amazing. I honestly think this is the BEST Italian I've..."
Robert Strong
"Very good experience for a carrabbas. Food was delicious. Service was good. So glad to see thwy put the Ricardo sauce back on the menu. Now they just..."
hawkiej
"This place was amazing!! Very clean & atmosphere was welcoming and intimate. The pomegranate martini was delicious. The complimentary bread & oil was..."
Shea R.
"This place makes the best chicken noodle soup. It has many ingredients in it and it has the greatest taste. It is called Momma Mandolas Chicken soup...."
Glen McMulin
"The first time I went I got a steak, after getting pasta, I've now realized that the steak isn't worth the money in the same way. The service is..."
Shawn Bishop
"Very friendly service, and the restaurant was not too crowded. The food was pretty good, sampled the mezzaluna and the Pollo Maria..."
Maxwell Krem