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The Wise Guy is a popular Italian restaurant at 1924 Main St, Kansas City, MO 64108. Guests praise top-notch food, atmosphere, and service, with items like a thin, crispy pizza featuring a spicy, tangy sauce and a hot honey drizzle, and chicken Parmesan with spaghetti marinara. Desserts such as cannoli and cheesecake are standout. Bar seating is available; reservations are recommended, and prices are competitive for the area. Walk-ins may experience a short wait.

Buffalo State Pizza Co. & Bar in Kansas City offers a warm, casual, rustic–eclectic atmosphere paired with a broad menu of pizzas (including build-your-own), salads, sandwiches, and calzones. Guests praise the crust, a solid beer selection, and attentive service, plus treats like Summer Salt ice cream and retro pinball. Located at 1815 Wyandotte St, Kansas City, MO 64108.

Garozzo's Downtown delivers classic Italian dining at 526 Harrison St, Kansas City, MO. The restaurant also offers catering and delivery, plus a bar, all in an old-school, warmly lit setting. Reviews highlight friendly, knowledgeable staff, an extensive wine list, and consistently high-quality fare. Takeout is well-packaged for Door Dash pickup, with homemade meatballs and beloved dishes like Chicken and Veal Spiedini.

Farina delivers Italian cuisine in a rustic-elegant Kansas City setting at 1901 Baltimore Ave. Guests praise attentive, knowledgeable service—notably server Claudio who explains dishes and helps with choices. Dishes like the Farina Italian Salad and short rib ravioli are highlighted, with a superb wine list and desserts such as coconut cakes and chocolate pecan tarts.

Il Lazzarone Pizza in Kansas City serves wood-fired pies with a wide menu of options, located at 412 Delaware St A. Customers praise friendly, attentive service, quick seating, and a lively atmosphere. Happy-hour pizzas around $10 offer strong value, with notes of great flavors and a bright, updated interior. Some reviews mention crust texture varies, but overall it remains a favorite for pizza lovers near the River Market.

Artego Pizza in Kansas City serves flavorful pies with a crispy cheese-edge crust, plus wings, margaritas, and a sopapia dessert pizza. Guests praise friendly service, a fun atmosphere with an awesome playlist, and convenient parking. Delivery and takeout are highlighted, with fast, hot service and pesto crust options noted by patrons, making Artego a standout for pizza lovers.