Va Bene Italian Eatery

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   Theresa

   Kansas City

   20 reviews

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   3.0

   20 reviews

   Dined on November 21, 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.
   

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   Joan

   Kansas City

   9 reviews

   5.0

   9 reviews

   Dined on November 18, 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.
   

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   Cindy

   Kansas City

   3 reviews

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   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on November 10, 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 November 18, 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 October 27, 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 November 1, 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

   Kansas City

   14 reviews

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   5.0

   14 reviews

   Dined on October 24, 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 November 1, 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

   Kansas City

   46 reviews

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   2.0

   46 reviews

   Dined on October 19, 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 October 22, 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

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   5.0

   58 reviews

   Dined on October 10, 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 October 16, 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 October 5, 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 October 16, 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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   Stephanie

   Kansas City

   1 review

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   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on September 28, 2024

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

   Salads were great but pizza dough and pasta were undercooked
   

   Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on October 2, 2024

   Thank you for your feedback! We're glad you enjoyed the salads, but we’re sorry to hear the pizza dough and pasta didn’t meet expectations. We take this seriously and will share your comments with the kitchen team to ensure its addressed. We hope you'll give us another try soon
   

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    Pam

    Kansas City

    106 reviews

    5.0

    106 reviews

    Dined on September 20, 2024

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

    First time for lunch at Va Bene. It was very good (a nice menu!), great service, fun for lunch with friends.
    

    Va Bene Italian EateryResponded on September 23, 2024

    Thank you for visiting us at Va Bene! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the menu and had a great time with friends. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another lunch soon!
    

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