4 Best Mediterranean Restaurants near Carefree

“Genuinely one of the most fun dining experiences I’ve had in a while. I loved everything we ate, especially the octopus and the curry chicken kebabs. They also have a great mocktail list for my fellow sober sally’s :). I can’t recommend it enough!! Thanks to Louis our server for a fun night“

“Most delicious Greek food ever.“

“Amazing Food and service 🩷“

“Spiga Cucina Italiana is easily one of the best Italian meals we’ve had in Scottsdale. From the moment we walked in, the space felt warm and inviting – cozy lighting, lots of wood, and an elegant yet relaxed vibe that works equally well for a family dinner or a date night. The staff was friendly, attentive, and on top of things without ever feeling intrusive. 

The star of the evening was the pasta. You can really taste that it’s made fresh in-house – the texture has that perfect bite and the sauces are rich without being heavy. The agnolotti, in particular, was outstanding: delicate pillows of pasta with a deeply flavorful filling and a sauce that you want to mop up every last drop of. Every pasta dish we tried had clean, balanced flavors, the kind of food that makes you slow down and enjoy each bite. 

Dessert was just as memorable. The chocolate cake was rich and indulgent without being cloyingly sweet, and the tiramisu was exactly what you hope for – light layers with plenty of mascarpone, soft ladyfingers, and just the right hit of coffee. It felt like a proper Italian finish to the meal rather than an afterthought. 

And the unexpected hero of the night: the garlic bread. Fresh, hot, and perfectly crispy on the outside while still soft inside, with enough garlic and olive oil to be addictive but not overpowering. It really was the icing on the cake and set the tone for everything that followed.

Overall, Spiga Cucina Italiana delivers on all fronts – food, ambience, and service. We’ll definitely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for genuinely good Italian in North Scottsdale.“