715 Restaurant

ABSOLUTELY the best dining experience in Lawrence! Worth the drive for sure! Loved the buratta watermelon and peach with toasted crostini. Had a lovely wedge and chicken noodle soup. Loaded with chicken. LOVED the crab fresh pasta ravioli and arribatra pasta. A bit spicy but so good.

Probably the best restaurant here in Lawrence in my opinion, it always smacks. The food and the service are great. if you were looking for a good meal or a good date night or good night with your friends for a good meal, I recommend coming here. They always perform and the food is amazing!

Great food great service, Love being next to the kitchen with lots of activity. This may be one of the better restaurants in Lawrence, Kansas Offering both indoor and outdoor dining. Happy hour is a plus.

My husband and I come here at least once a week for HH or dinner. The food is always interesting, fresh and delicious as is the drinks. We sit at the bar and are familiar with the bartenders and waitstaff. They’re adding new bartenders which we are getting used to. Elliott, that we met our first night in is still our favorite bartender providing the best service, Mary is always friendly and helpful and one of our favorites. It gets busy so arrive early or make reservations. The interior is very cool, tastefully decorated with fresh flowers and there is patio seating in the front and back. I just wanted to share some of the delicious dishes we’ve been indulging in over the past year. The ribeye is top notch delicious, perfectly cooked and very large you should give it a try. Cucumber delite, any and all soups, salads, charcuterie board, asparagus and “The Brussel Sprouts” are all delicious and you can’t go wrong with any of them. Sometimes the menu choices change but there are always some main staples like the famous brussels. Im including an array of photos through the year with FRESH delicious dishes. I highly recommend.

The food was absolutely amazing. We had the burger, the fries, the blt, the meatballs, the lamb lollipops. It was so good!

Had a great experience at 715 after a long day of moving my son into the dorm at KU. Lichen was an excellent server and made great food recommendations to me. I tried the Farfalle special which was complimented with a kale pesto and grilled shrimp. It was bright and delicious! I cleaned my whole plate! I also enjoyed the Beefsteak tomato salad. The tomatoes were perfectly ripe and the cheese was creamy and yummy. I truly enjoyed everything about my experience and will be back during parents weekend! Thank you!!!

How could you possibly give this place anything less than 5 stars. Where is the 10 star option? Absolutely outstanding food, atmosphere and ambiance. Can't wait to go back. Great job! We had the vodka pasta, focaccia and PB cheesecake. The Maple Old Fashion was epic too.

food is ok for the price but if price doesnt matter to you then its decent. we were sat down and no one checked in on us for almost 20 minutes before we went to get our waitress. we were a table of 4 and staff just seemed to ignore us. if ur a poc, avoid and keep in mind that ppl may put an effort to not acknowledge you

We had an excellent experience on a hoppin' Friday night. The happy hour menu is a great way to try several things. They also have an extensive and unique bar menu. We had great burrata, a pork sandwich and the French baguette. The Former Spy cocktail was delicious and refreshing as was the saffron lemonade (NA). Our server was very personable and took great care of us. The space is really cool and while it's a bit noisy, I found that just adding to the vibe.

This was my first time dining at 715 and I really wanted to love it. The space is cute and the menu looked promising, but the experience didn't fully deliver. The green beans were hands down the best thing I ate. They were fresh, well-seasoned, and topped with feta and sliced almonds. Light but flavorful. The lasagna bolognese was hearty and satisfying, and the focaccia was soft with a nice char. Perfect for dragging through that red sauce. The crab ravioli was a miss. It tasted fine, but visually it looked like it was topped with canned tuna. For a $35 pasta dish, I expected claw or leg meat or at least something that felt more elevated. It just wasn't giving what it needed to give. Service wasn't great either. Our server never introduced himself and barely checked on us. He seemed overwhelmed and like he was running the entire floor. We were seated really close to other tables so it felt cramped and loud. Not ideal for a dinner that's supposed to feel special. I'd come back for a drink and some small plates, but this visit didn't make me a fan just yet.

This review is for an early-ish dinner in the inside dining room in mid March. service: Nicole was outstanding, a real hospitality professional. She was especially helpful with the menu recommendations. All hosts, waitstaff, and food runners seemed great. bar: My wife had a Happy Hour Margarita and I had a HH Manhattan (both $7.50 as of 03/2025). I also drank a Sierra Nevada Hazy IPA in a can ($7). No beers on tap that I saw. Wide selection of wines, including a Bordeaux for $975? Lots of wines by the glass, including a few affordable. food: My wife had the HH burger ($13) and green salad ($7). I had the HH house chips and dip ($4). All the HH food was very good and reasonably affordable! I had the grilled lamb lollipops ($33) and felt they were OK, but overpriced and came without accompaniments. My wife finished with the red velvet Sprinkle B*tch (12) and thought it good. details: Weather was nice so outdoor dining was very popular. Clearly HH is a local favorite, so recommend arriving early and having reservations. Interior space is gorgeous with exposed stone and wonderful lighting. Street parking on Mass, so be prepared during peak hours.

The Happy Hour! The Patio! The people watching! The vibes! Love to bring friends to 715 when they want to pop into LFK on a visit. Very good bevies and those French fries, love! If you haven't tried 715, you should. Very classic joint that always comes top of mind for patio and happy hour!!

First time diner and I loved it! The room is long and narrow with one wall of stone, room divider of green lit water bottles, bar display of back lit bottles, colored lights on the ceiling , are you feeling the vibe? And since this was Thanksgiving weekend Mass Street had every single tree full of colored lights. Magical. 715 is a locally owned Italian-style neighborhood restaurant. Their web site says they offer simple fresh handmade food and I can attest to that. The food is flavorful not over powered by too many ingredients letting the flavors shine. For starters we shared Wild Mushrooms and Grilled Octopus. For dinner Roasted Salmon, Pork Schnitzel, Crab Ravioli and Classic Meatballs, everyone loved their choices. The libations were Pinot Moir, Old Fashion and two of their Gin and Tonic creations. Rosemary's BeBe and Glitz & Glam, both were tasty. Prices are high but it depends on what you order go light or go big. Have a small plate and a drink. Love the ambiance, I'll be back.

Just an update on our favorite place on Mass St. The food is always interesting, fresh and delicious as is the drinks. We sit at the bar and are familiar with the bartenders and waitstaff. They have been going through some new additions which we are getting used too. Elliott, that we met our first night in is still our favorite bartender, Lori is always friendly and helpful and one of our favorites. The place gets busy so arrive early or make reservations. I just wanted to share some of the delicious dishes we've been indulging in over the past few months. The ribeye is top notch delicious, perfectly cooked and very large you should give it a try. Cucumber delite, any and all soups, charcuterie board, asparagus and "The Brussel Sprouts" are all delicious and you can't go wrong with any of those choices. I highly recommend!! And I can't post anymore pics so just take my recommendations and give them a try!!!

Great restaurant for a nice evening out. While a bit more upscale, I thought they had a nice selection of entrees ranging from around $30-$70+. We enjoyed the lasagna bolognese and the penne ragu. I was surprised by how big the serving sizes were for both dishes! We also enjoyed the green line classic cocktail. While the restaurant had a nice ambiance, it was really hot inside and there was zero air movement. Who would've thought that it would be cooler outside in the middle of June than it was inside. Lastly, if you plan to go, make sure to make reservations. While this doesn't bother me, parking was a bit difficult and we had to walk several blocks to the restaurant.

A very nice first visit to this popular spot in downtown Lawrence. We enjoyed alfresco dining on their large on street patio. It was a beautiful April evening and when we arrived at 6:30 on a Wednesday it was very busy. I'm not sure if the volume of customers was unanticipated, but it appeared that they might have been understaffed. More on that later. Our cocktails (one signature and one standard) were very nicely done and well presented. For starters we enjoyed their famous Brussels which were absolutely incredible and the goat cheese croquettes which were also super tasty. We shared a very generous portion of the braised beef and pork ragu over lumache (which we requested special as it is normally served with penne). From an experienced Italian cook I can attest that is was very authentically prepared. We also shared a house salad that we agreed was pretty lackluster. My wife loved the very creative Sprinkle Bitch dessert to end the night. The real miss here I have to say falls on the service side. First off it was my wife's birthday which I listed on their online booking platform. There was never a mention or acknowledgement or anything done special with regard to that. Secondly, our server Jess who was perfectly pleasant in every way was either having an off night or was over tasked because she was largely inattentive and slow even to just take and deliver initial cocktails, our main order, etc. We saw firsthand several of her tables having bar backs or bus boys bring out cocktails (including one of ours) and desserts. In summary, great food but not great on personal service which is why I went with only 4 stars.

This place...outstanding! Was in Lawrence for parents weekend (make a reservation early if you want to get in with a larger group) and the vibe was super trendy and cool. Phenomenal staff, superb service. Wine list is solid and great cocktail menu. Highly recommend the focaccia for starters. Excellent flavor. Had the lasagna, wifey had the meatballs, daughter vodka pasta...all exceptional and frankly, large enough to share. Check this place out!!!!

So I will start off by saying the food/drinks is good - probably just not my cup of tea. The service was excellent - the server was on top of making sure we had a good experience. We got the tomato salad (something that I always look forward to) but the picked watermelon was not doing it for me. The tomatoes themselves were phenomenal though. Then we also got a crab pasta - the server did mention it's a heavy pasta and it's easily shareable so we asked if they could split it! Even with the entree being split out it really is a huge dish and we still couldn't finish it cause it was so heavy on the cream. It was still delicious but probably not something I would order again. Overall, my experience was great but the food just didn't fit my tastebuds. I will still go back cause they have other entrees that looked and smelled amazing!

10/10 ambience and atmosphere. 10/10 happy hour menu 10/10 quality of food 10/10 service I don't get over to Lawrence very often, and this spot makes me feel like I should come so much more. I couldn't be more excited to have stumbled into this by accident. We were getting the munchies and a lot of the restaurants don't open till four. This one had just opened up and had an excellent happy hour menu. We sat at the bar, but there is literally no bad spot. Someone extremely talented elegantly designed the outdoor seating, and curated an intimate but fun vibe. We only had a couple appetizers, but I have to say I am obsessed with the goat cheese croquettes. There are only three to a dish, so I'll tell you may have to order multiple for a table. But so wonderfully price for happy hour I'm OK with it. I don't think I can ever come back here not order them. Heaven. Absolutely heaven. The bartenders and servers were so friendly. If you find yourself in Lawrence during their happy hour, it's a slam dunk! A Must try. This also looks like a wonderful date spot at night. I can only imagine the way they light it up and set the mood.

My experiences at Johnny's West has been positive. Food I have ordered has always been good. I was there a few days ago and had the Apple Salad with a very good vinaigrette. Loved it. A dinner roll or crackers would have added to the salad. Servers have always been friendly, offer good suggestions from their menu, and service has been quick. It is a typical tavern atmosphere which means it can get a bit loud. I am into more quiet restaurants, but still I am positive about Johnny's West.

This culinary creation is characterized by its harmonious blend of moistness, savory flavors, tender texture, sweetness, and subtle spice. Its delectable taste, captivating aroma, and exceptional overall quality make it an extraordinary culinary experience!

Always a warm environment paired with great service and delicious food. One of the best happy hours around, including a large list nibbles and fabulously priced drinks. Have never had a less than wonderful visit to 715!

The lumache alla vodka was delicious! The sauce was a perfect mix of light but creamy. I'm sure the shrimp would have been a great addition!

This was the place to be on a Friday night. We had reservations and were sat on time. Service was friendly and helpful. Atmosphere was fun but still a little upscale. The food was good. My scallops were fantastic as was the lamb, filet, and prawns. I didn't love the lobster deviled eggs but they weren't bad. Wine list is also really good. On The COVID front, the tables are legitimately 8 inches apart (which also makes it awkward to get in and out of without putting your butt in your neighbor tables face).

What a wonderful restaurant and bar. Absolutely fantastic, very carefully conceived and presented food. Some traditional dishes like spaghetti and meatballs, but also very creative fish and meat entrees. Excellent appetizers and shareables. Terrific bar and cocktails. The HH menu and prices can't be beat for food and drinks. Great mix of friendly and warm bistro vibe with truly outstanding food. Amazing to find restaurants like this and the adjacent Fish House in such a small town

Grabbed dinner to celebrate our anniversary at 715. We made reservations, and I'm glad we did because it got busy while we were there. They have well priced wines and some fun cocktails. We asked the server what he recommended and followed his suggestions. We shared the lamb lollipops, focaccia and the pasta with vodka sauce and shrimp. The serving of pasta was large enough to split - we even took some home. Everything was very good, but the pasta was the standout - it is a must order!

So it was around 4:00 and we happened to just walk by and saw their menu and it looked wonderful. I knew wherever we went, I wanted to eat outside. Weather wise it was a 10, and weren't going to waste it sitting inside since we are from Oklahoma where there are not very many eat outside days. (Wind!) We were able to order from the happy hour menu which you can if it's between 3-6. That was right up our alley and perfect for us, since I don't eat that much, and could try several different things. Let me tell you, everything was wonderful! Salmon dip, Parmesan Brussels sprouts, scallops, it was all great! I can't say enough good things about our dining experience. I really felt treated! A true date night!

This was my first time here, and it was a wonderful experience. The food was fantastic and inventive. I love Harissa, so happy to see lots of it on the menu. The dessert was sublime and I loved my cocktail so much that I ordered a second one, which I rarely do. Looking forward to coming back.

Very modern atmosphere, cozy and stylish setting. Oysters were GREAT! Buffalo Trace whiskey, and Pappi.

Loved this place. The fries were fabulous and all the food choices on the menu were a win. My specialty drink this early afternoon was a bit sweet and probably a one and done. The service staff was nice and our waitress could have been friendlier instead of just basic yes and no. All in all I'd return sit out on the patio again and enjoy the ambiance and food.

Food was very good. Met the owner Matt. Great atmosphere. Busy place but service was great.

I love 715! We made a reservation here after going to the KU Basketball game and it was delish! I went to KU and loved going here when we had ti opportunity. This time visiting, I took my fiancee for his first experience. The staff is so nice and our waitress was awesome. We had a 5:00 pm reservation and it was packed when we arrived. I'm so glad we thought ahead and made the reservation. It was also awesome to see them so busy on a Saturday night. We are still talking about the food. I can't wait to go back over the summer to enjoy their outdoor seating. If you are in KC but visit LFK for the day, I highly recommend visiting 715!

Fantastic service, amazing food and drinks. You should get a reservation before coming because it is difficult to walk-in, especially on the weekends.

We enjoy 715 whenever we're in Lawrence. Love to sit outside when the weather allows.

This place is nice in appearance and there are a ton of employees but some how customer service still fell flat. The food was beautiful but disappointing. - Octopus had an odd mushy texture that you had to get through but the sauce on this plate helped you choke it down - ceviche with dates just tasted like a basic bowl of chili - the lasagna Bologna's oddly tasted like canned chef Boyardee (which my husband actually likes but we didn't come here and pay these prices for that flavor) - I ordered the half chicken because it's kind of the vanilla of ice cream, if you mess it up then can you really be trusted? I was unpleased immediately with the appearance. The taste was nothing of quality or special per say. - we tried many cocktails and beers. The local beers were good. The best thing we had was the Affogato, a scoop of ice cream with a shot of espresso poured over. I would come back for that.

This is our go to date restaurant in Lawrence. Ambiance is very nice, food is great and consistent. Also have some really good drinks and beers available.

tldr; must visit in Lawrence - get reservations early! Hands down the best food we had for our week in Lawrence. Not a single dish disappointed. A must order is the goat cheese croquets - we had at least two orders at our table through the meal. I think I had the best chicken parmesan of my life here, too. We were pleasantly surprised by the chorizo dates, and I will be coming back for those meatballs. Truly incredible dishes from start to finish. Every table was packed on a Thursday night - loud and lively, but still great for dates or groups. Book your table in advanced!

Good place to sit outside during nice weather. Nice environment. Service is prompt and friendly. We skipped the appetizer. Nice drinks selection. Place to be to spending nice evenings with friends and family. Food was great. Steak salad is perfect. Crab Raviolis has perfect sauce - creamy and nice. Salad makes it balanced.

OMG, first review since quarantine. Ok, so it's not often that we will randomly go to Lawrence for dinner...but after the last several months in quarantine we figured why not? After all one of our favorite bartenders/people from Manifesto works at 715 now. The patio space that they created in front of the restaurant was gorgeous - it took a minute or 10 before I even noticed the parking meters. They did an amazing job of making it a beautiful and safe environment! The food was amazing - cheese plate, charcuterie plate, spaghetti and crab ravioli...OMG talk about to die for. The crab ravioli....was...simply amazing. Seriously it was a little taste of the ocean for me. We followed up our amazing dinner with affogato - which was indulgent and just what we needed to finish up our meal. Ok now on the the drinks...so...I didn't have anything on the menu - Shout Out Gus!!, but of course they were amazing. Really you can't go wrong there when Gus is making the drinks! The staff took such great care of us and we had a very wonderful and leisurely dinner. Something that usually doesn't happen because my boyfriend usually scarfs dinner down. It was wonderful to have a change of pace. While not exactly convenient I'm pretty sure that we'll be making more regular trips to Lawrence and eating here...if I have my way. ;-)

Offering indoor and heated outdoor seating, this local restaurant offers a small menu of Latin, Italian and American dishes. It's the holidays and why not order Puerto Rican egg nog? Well... they missed the mark on this- it's supposed to be creamy not served on the rocks. I was disappointed. Start with a light appetizer and order the steak tartare. The menu states capers, picked veggies and horseradish- great combination of tastes. Unfortunately it was bland. The steak was fresh and tender, it was topped with an egg yolk and nicely plated. Combined with the chips, this is a good appetizer to share. Moving onto the entrees... Think about a lasagna serving for two, with delicious Parmesan (not overwhelming) and a sweet peppery red sauce with ground pork and beef. Dee-licious! This is alm meat and sayc The campo lindo chicken is the show stopper. The chicken was tender and the chimichurri sauce topped the dish and gave it a nice kick. The chicken topped a bed of rice and pasta which underwhelmed. The staff are friendly, and attentive without rushing you to fill the table. Great atmosphere at a table or at the bar. Quiet enough to hear your table mates.

This place has great food, awesome service. I like the atmosphere. I've never had a bad meal here. One of the nicest restaurants in Lawrence IMO

This restaurant is really nice. I had garlic shrimp pasta and my husband had one of the specials which had pork stuffed cannoli we started with bread/olive oil and finished with coffee and bread pudding / crème brulle it was our 51st anniversary and the wait staff had a signed card for us at the table when we arrived. We had reservations which is recommended.

Ok. We love coming downtown to eat and only come to 715 on special occasions but no more! Nope not gonna do it Service is excellent Vibe inside is excellent Menu odd PRICES are outrageous and not sure who sits back there and decides but holy cow. I dont mind paying high prices for a great meal and know this place is overpriced. Went last friday night and asked if I should get pork schnitzel or chicken parm. Waiter said parm. Of course it was 37.00! For chicken? Really? So ordered it and basically a deep fried chicken as stated on menu w not so flavorful sauce. And was over-fried as well. Ate half and brought rest home but didnt eat it. On top of that it was chicken thigh not breast! Who makes chicken parm from thigh meat and charges 37 bucks! Menu also stated crispy goat cheese risotto and i have eaten risotto many many times but these looked liked grits for some reason. I can picture Gordan Ramsey on Kitchen nightmares taking one bite and being disgusted and sending it back which is what I should have done. Never going back as there are so many other great places downtown w great food and prices.

Wonderful, thoughtfully prepared food. Excellent service. Beet salad and heirloom tomatoes small plates were both delicious. Not to be missed!

Before I knew it I found myself in a gin cocktail taste tour through Lawrence...715 hit the top of the list last night. The Porch Punch charmed my socks off! And the Garlic Parm Baguette . We had salads, the meatballs, and of course the Goat Cheese Croquettes. Uhmmm...I'll be back again soon for another round, and not sure I'll be able to order anything else I loved it so much. Had a great time and greatly look forward to my next visit!

Ridiculous prices. They've got to be kidding I have eating at five star Italian restaurants. These prices are out of this world. I would never pay this much money for a meal.

One of the best meals and atmospheres I've ever had in Lawrence. This is a place that I keep coming back to and keep getting surprised each time. Can't recommend enough.

Terrific service (Ryan is the best server), loved our food- French onion soup and crab cakes were delicious. Wish we had had room for dessert! French 71 cocktail was very nice.

We love this place. The food is always outstanding, the drinks are amazing, and the service is wonderful. The ambiance is something we really enjoy, the bar with the lighted rock wall, the happy hum of people enjoying themselves, and the uniqueness of every employee. its our favorite "date night" location.

My friends and I came here for a patio party for the first time and had an amazing time!!! The patio party was $65 but included a multi-course meal, which was a very good deal in my opinion! The theme was French disco and all of the food was focused around that. All of the food was absolutely delicious and presented in a very aesthetic way. My favorites probably had to be the tator tot with caviar on it (iconic) and the veggie stuffed mozzarella! The staff was awesome and we had a fantastic night out! Definitely check it out!

Terrific Italian restaurant in the heart of the Mass Ave dining district. My Caesar salad was pleasantly different because a greens mixture was added to traditional Romaine lettuce. Bread crumbs substituted for croutons. But best of all, anchovy filets provided a wonderfully salty sea taste. A first course of mild cauliflower soup nicely balanced the bolder salad. A few chunks of spuds and I would have confused the soup for potato. A colleague ordered penne, which arrived with a meaty red sauce. He downed it quickly, then scraped the plate to get the rest of the sauce. I think he liked it. Street parking can be challenging to find during peak downtown periods but find a spot and enjoy 715.

We love the food, the ambience and the service is always amazing! Our favorite restaurant!

This is my go to place for the upscale service and flavors. Caleb makes the best margaritas and even though it's a bit pricey, it's worth every penny. It has been established as a top shelf restaurant and a fabulous date night. Happy Hour is the best. Lots of options for the early dining hours.

Cute spot! Service was great and the goat cheese croquettes were TO DIE FOR. The notes of honey contrasting with the balsamic aioli melted in my mouth. Tiramisu was eh. And foccaica is a skip. Vodka pasta was good!

This is simply our favorite restaurant in town. The food is excellent. The menu subtly changes so there are always options along with regular favorites. Staff is friendly and skilled. It can be crowded, so reservations are really a great idea. But, even if you squeeze into the bar and grab a bite, the experience will be awesome. If the weather is good, grab a table outside and watch the happenings on Massachusetts Street. You might feel like you are in Europe.

we made a reservation weeks ago for our anniversary and were really looking forward to dinner promptly sat and greeted by our server. we ordered the goat cheese croquettes and they did not disappoint. the maple bourbon cocktail was so good. he ordered the fillet sliders and he said they were tough and flavorless. I ordered the chicken parm which was just ok. the real winner was the chai ice cream dessert. It made the best thing I've ever tasted. I gave them a 3 star because the mains were sub par but the start and end was truly amazing.

All of the best! great service, awesome staff, and good food. Amazing place to meet with friends.