All the key ingredients to the perfect date night can be found at Osteria IL Centro!
Nestled in the beautiful South Plaza neighborhood, IL Centro has been a favorite spot for couples for 30 years. Whether it’s a nerve-wracking first date or an evening to celebrate a special occasion, Osteria IL Centro’s authentic Italian cuisine, award-winning wine list, and unmatched hospitality make it a wonderful choice for the perfect date night.
Every great date starts with the perfect libation. Good thing that in 2024, Osteria IL Centro was awarded its 27th consecutive Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator for its extensive, expertly curated wine reserve list. OIC is repeatedly recognized by the magazine for its remarkable wine program that spans the world’s wine regions, styles, and vintages. Few restaurants in Kansas City do wine quite like IL Centro!
Pro tip: Arrive early and start your OIC date night off with great Happy Hour specials! Monday through Friday, from 4–6 p.m., enjoy half-off select appetizers and discounted wine-by-the-glass prices.
Begin your date with an OIC favorite, like the Osteria Bruschetta – fresh tomatoes, tart capers, and savory basil served on grilled bread with Parmesan. Or dig into the flavorful Stuffed Mushrooms with Italian sausage, bell pepper, and onion, topped with Romano cheese and served with house-made spicy marinara.
Ready for entrées? The OIC kitchen has several expertly prepared Italian dishes sure to please any palate. The Lamb Chops are always the right choice from OIC’s menu, with five marinated and grilled-to-perfection lamb chops topped with a fragrant rosemary brandy sauce and served alongside rosemary-garlic mashed potatoes and seasonal vegetables.
Of course, IL Centro has many sumptuous pasta dishes to choose from. One can’t go wrong with something warm and filling, like the Orecchiette Carbonara Gorgonzola – “little ears” pasta noodles tossed with pancetta in a creamy Gorgonzola cream sauce.
Finally, finish the romantic evening on a sweet note with one of OIC’s delectable Italian desserts. Cap off the night with an OIC classic, the silky smooth Tiramisu. Espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with luscious mascarpone make this never-fail dessert perfect for sharing (or savoring solo!).
The intimate atmosphere, perfectly curated food, and famous wine menus at OIC are sure to make anyone’s next date night one to love!
