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Benvenuti a Taste of Italy

A little piece of Italy, right here in Joplin.

Fresh pasta, hand-tossed pizza, warm hospitality, and the kind of meal that makes everyone linger a little longer.

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Chef Aleks and his mom together in the Taste of Italy kitchen

Fatto con amore

01Made FreshCrafted with care every day
02Made for SharingGenerous plates, welcoming table
03Made in JoplinGenuine Italian hospitality
Freshly prepared Italian pizza from the Taste of Italy kitchen
Fresh pizza dough resting in the Taste of Italy kitchen

Our table is your table

Italian comfort, served with heart.

Taste of Italy is where fresh ingredients, time-honored favorites, and genuine hospitality come together. Chef Aleks brings care to every sauce, every dough, and every plate that leaves the kitchen.

Whether you are joining us for a relaxed lunch, gathering the family for dinner, or picking up a favorite on the way home, we want every visit to feel warm, easy, and memorable.

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From our kitchen

Come hungry. Leave happy.

A table filled with Italian classics, comforting favorites, and dishes made to be shared.

A freshly baked pizza from Taste of Italy
From the oven

Hand-Tossed Pizza

Golden crust, rich tomato, bubbling cheese, and the unmistakable aroma of a hot Italian oven.

Spaghetti and meatballs prepared at Taste of Italy
From the heart

Classic Pasta

Comforting sauces and familiar favorites prepared with the attention only a chef can give.

Italian seafood specialty from Taste of Italy
From the sea

Seafood Specialties

Fresh seafood, bright herbs, and the bold, comforting flavors of the Italian coast.

Explore the complete lunch and dinner menus. Lunch is served Tuesday-Friday from 11 AM to 2 PM.

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A generous table, wherever you gather

Let us cater the occasion.

Italian entrées, baked pastas, salads, and desserts prepared for family celebrations, office lunches, and community gatherings.

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Chef Aleks in the Taste of Italy kitchen
At the heart of every plateChef Aleks

The heart of the kitchen

Meet Chef Aleks

The best Italian food begins with care, patience, and a table ready to welcome everyone.

Chef Aleks is known for fresh preparation, generous flavors, and the personal touch that turns dinner into an occasion. From bread and pizza dough to rich sauces and beloved Italian classics, the kitchen is guided by a simple idea: make every plate worth coming back for.

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A look inside our kitchen

Flame, freshness, and the small details that make every plate feel like home.

Italian dishes cooking over an open kitchen flame
01From the flame
Fresh fried calamari served with lemon and marinara
02Fried to order
House tomato sauce simmering with fresh basil
03Made slowly
A member of the Taste of Italy team presenting a fresh pizza
04From our oven to your table

Find your way to our table

Visit Taste of Italy

Ci vediamo presto

Our address137 N Rangeline Rd
Joplin, MO 64801Get Directions →
Call us(417) 358-2000
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Lunch is Tuesday-Friday, 11 AM-2 PM. Dinner starts at 2 PM. Please call for today’s closing time.

Questions, gatherings, and good food

Let’s talk.

Planning a family gathering, asking about today’s specials, or simply want to say hello? Send us a note and the Taste of Italy team will be in touch.

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