Va Bene Italian Eatery

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   Shelly

   VIP

   Kansas City

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely lunch with girlfriends! Food was great and atmosphere very warm and comfy!!!
   

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   Mike

   VIP

   Kansas City

   19 reviews

   4.0

   19 reviews

   Dined on 14 December 2024

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   Definitely would recommend trying this neighborhood gem. Good food and good service.
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded 3 days ago

   Thank you for the positive review. We can't wait to serve you again!
   

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   Theresa

   VIP

   Kansas City

   20 reviews

   3.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on 21 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We frequent Va Bene because we live just up the street. This visit was definitely one of the better experiences I've had. They've updated their menu to include some seasonal men items. There were six of us and we shared the focaccia & ricotta appetizer, which was amazing. We also tried the lobster bisque, which was very rich and creamy and flavorful, but there was no lobster meat in the soup. I split the Agnolotti with a friend and it was delicious - a perfect fall comfort dish. I will definitely be ordering it again. My only complaint is that we made reservations at 5:15, specifically to enjoy their happy hour, only to find out that they only offer happy hour specials in the bar area and on the outdoor patio. Since the bar area only seats about 10 people and it was about 32 degrees outside, we were not given happy hour specials. It would be great if the restaurant would offer the happy hour specials throughout the restaurant.
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 5 December 2024

   Thank you, Theresa for the feedback. We understand the frustration and we will take your review back to our staff about the happy hour policy.
   

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   Joan

   Kansas City

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on 18 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The server was welcoming and knowledgeable. She seemed to sincerely want to provide an enjoyable dining experience. She opened three bottles of wine for us to sample and agree upon. And the complimentary tiramisu birthday dessert was delicious.
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 5 December 2024

   Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted you enjoyed the attentive service, wine sampling, and the tiramisu. We look forward to hosting you again!
   

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   Cindy

   VIP

   Kansas City

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Food was delicious! I had the rigotoni and my spouse had the braised beef short ribs. We loved both dishes. It is not on the menu but I asked for a side salad and the server said you could get any of the salads in a small portion. I had The Bene salad to start and also loved it!
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 18 November 2024

   Thank you for the wonderful review! We're thrilled you and your spouse enjoyed the rigatoni, braised beef short ribs, and the Bene salad. We're glad we could make your visit special and hope to see you again soon!
   

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   Alice

   Kansas City

   6 reviews

   5.0

   6 reviews

   Dined on 27 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Enjoyable evening with great food and friendly service
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 1 November 2024

   Thank you for the stars! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and service and hope to see you again soon.
   

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   Jaime

   VIP

   Kansas City

   14 reviews

   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on 24 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was delicious and service was great. We will be back.
   

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   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 1 November 2024

   Thank you for the 5 stars! We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your meal, and we can't wait to see you again soon!
   

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   Kerry

   VIP

   Kansas City

   46 reviews

   2.0

   46 reviews

   Dined on 19 October 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   Love the patio seating. The bruschetta was meh/ mozzarella was rubbery, Caesar salad was too salty with the pancetta, the eggplant Parmesan said with polenta - no polenta. The crab stuffed ravioli only had crab sprinkled on top, another dish was suppose to have pancetta and it was only noodle. I have never been to an Italian restaurant that did not offer a baguette or garlic bread. The molten lava dessert was just a dry brownie not molten chocolate. Such a disappointment on a birthday celebration.
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 22 October 2024

   Thanks, Kerry, for the feedback. We apologize for you less than optimal birthday celebration. Were you able to speak with your server or manager to get replacement items for what was incorrect?
   

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   Victoria

   Kansas City

   58 reviews

   5.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on 10 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Server was friendly and attentive. Food was excellent
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 16 October 2024

   Thank you for the wonderful review we are thrilled to hear that the service and food was excellent! We can't wait to serve you again.
   

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    Mary ann

    Chicago

    38 reviews

    1.0

    38 reviews

    Dined on 5 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1

    Have eaten here before so introduced to Adrien’s tonight for her birthday ! Bruschetta had little flavor and we overlooked made with cherry tomatoes Meatballs balls and ravioli was fine but nothing to rave about . Wedge fries were the best thing on menu . Server was indifferent and very slow to even check in on the table throughout the meal Worst of all NOISE level ridiculous Bartender kept throwing empty wine bottles I. Trash and it kept echoing throughout the restaurant Two other diners looked up and we were all like what is going on ?happened 2 or 3 times Overall very disappointing no intention of ever returning ! Hope you can make necessary changes . Tks Mary Ann
    

    Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on 16 October 2024

    Thank you for your feedback. We’re sorry to hear that your recent visit didn’t meet expectations, especially on such a special occasion. We will address the noise level and service issues with our team, as well as the quality of the dishes. We appreciate your input and will work hard to make improvements
    

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