Lidia's Restaurant

Name: Lidia's Restaurant
Address: 101 W 22nd Street, Kansas City, MO, United States, 64108
Telephone: (816) 221-3722
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.8

4.8

7964 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Jan 24, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 85 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Lidia's features authentic, regional Italian cuisine. Every item at the restaurant is house-made entirely from scratch with the best ingredients available. Breads and desserts are baked in-house daily and each salad and entree is prepared fresh.

Every day Lidia's offers a sampling of seasonal, daily-made pastas. We also feature many seafood, chicken, pork, and beef options. We are happy to accommodate your dietary needs including gluten-free items.

Lidia's is located in the historic Freighthouse-- a beautiful 19th century building. The stunning decor includes three hand-blown chandeliers, a three-story slate fireplace, and cozy, New York style seating.

Please note: Separate billing for parties of 6 or more is not allowed. Maximum of 3 cards per transaction.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Phone number
(816) 221-3722
Website
http://www.lidias-kc.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual
Executive Chef
Cody Hogan
Private party facilities
Delectable dining, impeccable service, and unparalleled elegance accompanied by the delicious Northern Italian cuisine of famed Chef Lidia Bastianich await you and your guests with three different private dining event spaces including a covered outdoor patio.
Private party contact
Terra Hammond: (816) 221-0805

Location
101 W 22nd Street, Kansas City, MO 64108
Neighbourhood
Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Cross Street
20th and Baltimore
Parking details
Parking is located on the south side of the Freighthouse. There is no fee for parking.
Public transit
We are conveniently located within short walking distance of the KC Streetcar stops at 18th and Main and the Union Station stop. From both stops, you will find a staircase that leads to the Freighthouse District just south of 20th and Main on the West side of the street.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

AranciniUS$13.00
Fried Rice Balls Filled with Peas, Smoked Mozzarella, Marinara
FricoUS$14.00
Montasio Cheese Crisp, Potatoes, Leeks, Corn and Luganega Sausage (GF)
Fritto MistoUS$15.00
Fried Seasonal Vegetables, Calamari and Shrimp, Marinara
ScampiUS$15.00
Spaghetti Squash, Fried Shrimp, Garlic-Lemon Cream, Pine Nuts (GF)
BruschettaUS$16.00
Grilled Bruschetta with Prosciutto, Fig Jam, Crescenza Cheese, Arugula

Insalate

CesareUS$11.00
Lidia's Signature Caesar Salad with Shaved Grana Padano, Focaccia Croutons
Insalata MistaUS$11.00
House Selected Mixed Greens, Marinated Artichokes, Roasted Tomato, Red Onion Red Wine Vinaigrette (GF)
PolipoUS$15.00
Warm Octopus and Potato Salad, Capers, Black Olives, Red Onion, Frisee (GF)

Contorni

$10 each

Velvety Spinach
Garlic Mashed Potatoes (GF)
Corn Frittelle
Pork and Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce
Polenta (GF)

Lidia's Pasta Tasting Trio

Unlimited Sampling of Chef's Daily Pasta Tasting MenuUS$24.00
- A la CarteUS$24.00
Three Course MenuUS$36.00
with Caesar Salad, Unlimited Chef's Daily Pasta and Choice of Dessert

Pasta

BologneseUS$24.00
Housemade Fettuccine with Bolognese Ragu
ManicottiUS$21.00
Baked Pasta, Ricotta, Herb, and Spinach Filling, Tomato Sauce, Vegetables
GnocchiUS$23.00
House -Made Potato Dumplings with Braised Duck Ragu
CarbonaraUS$21.00
Spaghetti, Pancetta, Egg, Black Pepper, Grana Padano

Secondi

MelanzaneUS$20.00
Eggplant Parmigiana Layered with Tomato, Mozzarella, Fresh Basil
SalmoneUS$28.00
Grilled Salmon Fillet*, Rocky Mash of Yukon Potato and Green Beans, Mustard Sauce (GF)
Pollo Al LimoneUS$25.00
Scallopine of Chicken Breast, Roasted Lemon, Capers, Castelvetrano Olives, Velvety Spinach
CostolettaUS$24.00
Heritage Pork Porterhouse, Crushed Rosemary Potatoes, Braised Greens, Peach Mostarda
BrasatoUS$28.00
Boneless Beef Short Rib, Braised in Red Wine with Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Horseradish Gremolata (GF)
AnatraUS$27.00
Seared Duck Breast*, Zucchini with Crispy Breadcrumbs, Soft Polenta, Brandied Cherries
Osso BucoUS$28.00
Slow-Braised Heritage Pork Shank, Spinach Spätzle, Spring Vegetables
BisteccaUS$78.00
Grilled Bone-In Ribeye Steak*, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Broccoli Rabe, Roasted Tomato (GF)

What 7,964 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8

4.8 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.7Service
4.7Ambience
4.5Value

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Kansas City / Kansas
Italian

Review summary

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Lidia's Restaurant in Kansas City boasts an "awesome place" reputation with "excellent service" and a "wonderful dining experience." Guests rave about the "pasta trio," "fantastic" cocktails, and "delicious" desserts. The "beautiful" ambiance and "attentive" staff make it ideal for special occasions. Popular menu items include the "osso buco" and "pear ravioli."

7,964 Reviews

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Jennifer
Phoenix
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Had a wonderful time tonight. I would recommend the pasta trio it's amazing.
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David
Kansas City
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lidia’s is our favorite KC restaurant! The food and service are top notch.
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Jessica
Kansas City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
We went to celebrate a birthday, which I indicated on our reservation; however, no one mentioned anything and we witnessed others having their celebrations acknowledged. The food was decent, but our service was less than average and the food did not make up for it. Our waitress did not inquire if we would like drinks other than water, she paid minimal attention to us, and was quick to deliver our check. The restaurant was not busy, and other servers appeared engaged with their tables, so perhaps this was an isolated experience. Overall we were disappointed.
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Taj
Kansas City
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was attentive. Food was good dessert was the highlight for the family. Salmon was cooked perfectly, bolognese could have had a little more sauce. Accommodated the one dietary restriction in our party. Will definitely return.
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Trekesha
Kansas City
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was absolutely amazing and the service was impeccable! I will definitely be going back again.
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Kate
St. Louis
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our waitress Sarah was amazing! So sweet, so friendly, so helpful. Told her it was my grandma's birthday and she decorated her dessert with a candle. The food is phenomenal - once in a lifetime; the way food ought to be. Try the pear ravioli, but really, there's no wrong choice on the menu. Definitely a must-visit during restaurant week and for any special occasion, but if you want a good time, book weeks in advance!
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Natalie
Nashville
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Recommended by 2 friends and so glad we went and experienced the pasta trio
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Chris
Kansas City
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on January 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
4th or 5th visit, went to try restaurant week menu and it was perfect 10/10
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Patty
VIP
Kansas City
12 reviews
3.0
12 reviews
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Usually a favorite spot. This visit not up to expectations. I had braised short ribs, they were so very salty that I didn’t eat them. The other disappointment was the bus staff. They continuously disrupted our conversation during the entire meal. Constantly hovering, taking a plate or utensil, interrupting our meal. Good grief! I am not a high maintenance customer but was very frustrated.
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Liam
Kansas City
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on January 15, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Food was great, had a little bit of a wait on our reservation but nothing crazy. Service seemed a little hectic with servers running around at high speeds and a long wait time on our drink order and bread service. After the bread service, the courses that followed came out at a good pace.
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Lidia's Restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 7964 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jan 24, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 85 times today

101 W 22nd Street, Kansas City, MO 64108

Additional information

Cross Street
20th and Baltimore
Neighbourhood
Crossroads / Freight District / Boulevard
Hours of Operation
Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Parking is located on the south side of the Freighthouse. There is no fee for parking.
Public transit
We are conveniently located within short walking distance of the KC Streetcar stops at 18th and Main and the Union Station stop. From both stops, you will find a staircase that leads to the Freighthouse District just south of 20th and Main on the West side of the street.
Payment Options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Cody Hogan
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.lidias-kc.com/
Phone number
(816) 221-3722
Private party facilities
Delectable dining, impeccable service, and unparalleled elegance accompanied by the delicious Northern Italian cuisine of famed Chef Lidia Bastianich await you and your guests with three different private dining event spaces including a covered outdoor patio.
Private party contact
Terra Hammond: (816) 221-0805

Lidia's Restaurant

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

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Manicotti

Gnocchi

Velvety Spinach

Antipasti

AranciniUS$13.00

FricoUS$14.00

Fritto MistoUS$15.00

ScampiUS$15.00

BruschettaUS$16.00

Insalate

CesareUS$11.00

Insalata MistaUS$11.00

PolipoUS$15.00

Contorni

Velvety Spinach

Garlic Mashed Potatoes (GF)

Corn Frittelle

Pork and Beef Meatballs in Tomato Sauce

Polenta (GF)

Lidia's Pasta Tasting Trio

Unlimited Sampling of Chef's Daily Pasta Tasting MenuUS$24.00

Three Course MenuUS$36.00

Pasta

BologneseUS$24.00

ManicottiUS$21.00

GnocchiUS$23.00

CarbonaraUS$21.00

Secondi

MelanzaneUS$20.00

SalmoneUS$28.00

Pollo Al LimoneUS$25.00

CostolettaUS$24.00

BrasatoUS$28.00

AnatraUS$27.00

Osso BucoUS$28.00

BisteccaUS$78.00

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