Wine Bar
Unclaimed profileRagazza Food & Wine
Kansas City, MO · $$
Inebrious
Beverage Program Score
The editorial take
Ragazza Food & Wine is a wine bar with an Italian soul, pouring regional wines from Piedmont to Sicily alongside a cocktail list built on housemade limoncello and local spirits. The program extends through beers, amari-heavy spirits, and a thoughtful non-alcoholic menu, making it a versatile stop for both serious drinkers and abstainers.
- What should I order?
- Start with the Sicilian Sunset, a bourbon and limoncello highball with ginger liqueur. For wine, the Paolo Scavino 'Sorriso' Langhe Bianco offers aromatic depth. Non-alcoholic drinkers can try It's A-Mia! Mocktail with Grüvi sparkling rosé.
- Who will enjoy this place?
- Italian wine enthusiasts will appreciate the regional list, while cocktail fans can explore local spirits. The non-alcoholic options and brunch specials make it welcoming for groups with varying preferences.
- What should I expect to spend?
- Cocktails $8-$14, wine by the glass $9-$15, bottles $34-$400, beer $4-$10, spirits $6-$40 per pour. Non-alcoholic drinks $5-$10.
- What makes the beverage program distinctive?
- The beverage program leans heavily on Italian tradition, featuring housemade limoncello available to-go and a spirits list that highlights producers like Rieger's and Tom's Town. The inclusion of non-alcoholic wines and cocktails sets it apart from typical wine bars.
Beverage categories
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Cocktails
Uses local spirits like Tom's Town and Rieger's.; Housemade limoncello appears in several cocktails, adding a house touch.; Espresso Martini with Mr. Black, Lazzaroni Amaretto, and Rieger Caffè Amaro.; Sicilian Sunset with Tom's Town Bourbon, limoncello, and Big O Ginger Liqueur.
Menu strengths
- — Uses local spirits like Tom's Town and Rieger's.
- — Housemade limoncello appears in several cocktails, adding a house touch.
Standout selections
- — Espresso Martini with Mr. Black, Lazzaroni Amaretto, and Rieger Caffè Amaro.
- — Sicilian Sunset with Tom's Town Bourbon, limoncello, and Big O Ginger Liqueur.
Pricing: Cocktails $8-$14; brunch specialty drinks $7.
Wine
Extensive Italian-focused list with regional diversity, featuring Piedmont producers like Paolo Scavino. Prices span from approachable to high-end, and non-alcoholic wines are offered.
Menu strengths
- — Italian regional diversity from Piedmont to Sicily.; Includes non-alcoholic wine options.
Standout selections
- — Paolo Scavino 'Sorriso' Langhe Bianco 2023.
Pricing: Wine by the glass $9-$15; bottles $34-$400.
Beer
Straightforward beer list with Italian and local options, plus non-alcoholic choices. No community feedback available.
Menu strengths
- — Includes local Boulevard Pale Ale.; Offers non-alcoholic beers.
Standout selections
- — Menabrea Ambrata on tap.; Boulevard Pale Ale.
Pricing: Beer $4-$10.
Nonalcoholic
Thoughtful non-alcoholic program with crafted mocktails, N/A wines, and N/A beers, providing a full range of options for abstainers.
Menu strengths
- — Variety across cocktails, wine, and beer.; Includes creative mocktails like It's A-Mia!.
Standout selections
- — It's A-Mia! Mocktail with Undone N/A French aperitif and Grüvi sparkling rosé.
Pricing: Non-alcoholic drinks $5-$10.
Spirits
Comprehensive spirits list covering all major categories, with a strong emphasis on local producers and a notable amari selection.
Menu strengths
- — Extensive selection with local KC spirits.; Variety of amari and liqueurs.
Standout selections
- — Tom's Town Pendergast's KC whiskey.; Amaro Nonino.
Pricing: Spirits $6-$40 per pour.
How it sits with the food
The Italian wine selection pairs naturally with the kitchen's Italian cuisine, though specific pairings are not detailed. The brunch drinks like Bellini and Mimosa complement a morning menu.
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