Though our Dining Room has been shut down, we’ve been keeping busy. Check out some of the news coverage we’ve received during this time:

Owner Greg Hunsucker speaking at Governor Mike Parson’s press conference regarding the reopening of the State of Missouri

(Jump to the 12:30 mark of the video)

Emily Holwick with KMBC-9 also interviewed Greg about waiting for details from Jackson County about reopening. You can view that here:

https://www.kmbc.com/article/businesses-waiting-for-details-of-jackson-countys-plan-to-reopen-economy/32347642

Greg was also interviewed by 93.9 The Eagle out of Columbia, MO about the hardships faced by Missouri restaurants due to the forced closings. You can listen here:

Here is what Vacationidea.com had to say about us…

V’s Italiano Ristorante was originally opened in 1963 as V’s Cafe by Vita and Jay Totta, showcasing delicious Italian family recipes. In 1972, the restaurant was expanded to its present location and configuration, showcasing a gorgeous 150-seat dining room and a beautiful wood arbor featuring grape vines planted by Totta’s father Tony Barber. Diners can enjoy excellent Italian specialties such as veal parmesan, chicken lemonata, veal shank osso bucco, and local seafood cioppino. Pasta specialties like fettuccine alfredo and cannelloni florentine are also served up, along with Kansas City strip steaks, prime rib au jus, and classic filet mignon. Thin-crust and gluten-free pizza selections include low-calorie health-conscious versions.

You can read the article, in its entirety, here:

https://vacationidea.com/missouri/best-things-to-do-in-independence-mo.html

Here is what ‘Only In Your State’ had to say about us…

“Kansas City is the proud home of many famous restaurants, but sometimes you’d like a meal made with… a little more love. You want somewhere that servers care about your experience; a place where you feel right at home. A family-owned “Mom and Pop” style restaurant is the perfect pick for that homesick feeling, and we’ve found 8 that’ll suit you just fine. Their home style cooking will satisfy your cravings for sure!”

“V’s is a simple restaurant that cares more for food quality than how good their tablecloths look. They make homestyle Italian food from the heart, and you’re sure to taste the difference in how much they care. If you’re looking for love in every bite, you’ll find it at V’s.”

Click here to view the entire list

We are extremely honored to announce that V’s Italiano has been named one of the

“100 Best Brunch Restaurants in America”

for the second time (2014 & 2017) by OpenTable.

This prestigious award is a direct result of you, our loyal customers, leaving spectacular feedback on OpenTable following your dining experience.

We are one of only two restaurants in Missouri & Kansas to receive this prestigious award this year.

Follow this link to view the story on Fox 4 (WDAF-TV) news

We are extremely honored by this distinction from one of the nation’s largest moving companies.

Here’s what they had to say about us:

“V’s Italiano Ristorante is a traditional Italian restaurant that offers fine dining and a relaxing atmosphere. There are numerous menus available in this establishment, including ones for both lunch and dinner, a children’s menu, and a dessert menu. If visiting for lunch, try the Chicken Salad Croissant or Penne Della Casa. For dinner, you may want to try the Angel Hair di Angelo pasta or Super Deluxe Pizza. The dessert menu includes over half a dozen dishes, including everything from a Triple Chocolate Suicide Cake to Spumoni Ice Cream. Extensive wine, martini, and cocktail menus can also be had. Red and white wine options are available, as are sparkling wine varietals.”

Click here to read the full list.