Initial impressions were good, warm reception and dining area. Almost 2 hours later when food was served no longer impressed. Waiter and staff seemed overwhelmed with servig 5 tables, food was average at best and prices were unrealistic for what was served. Being from NYC, I know good italian...this was average for arizona standards and wouldn't last 1 week in NY. Save your money and time, go to olive garden.
josiah the jeremiah
The food was horrible. The portions for the price were outrageous and pizza I had was not cooked. The service was okay, nothing great nothing bad. Overall the experience was very bland and the price was insane. Do NOT recommend.
Jeremy Kerrigan
I went there with a large group (nearly 20) and we had the most wonderful time. The environment felt like a family dinner, the food like a home cooked meal. The highlight was by far the Cesar salad. The staff was amazing and friendly and made it a great night. The even accommodated us on short notice on a Saturday night.
The group I was with had just spent the day commemorating the life of a lost friend and dinner at your restaurant was really heartwarming and healing. Thank you Albert, Roberto and everyone else who served us.
Julia Gilpin
I've been visiting this restaurant with my grandparents for the past eight years, and every visit feels like a heartwarming reunion. It holds a very special place in my heart.
The experience here is nothing short of extraordinary—the ambiance radiates a magical blend of tradition and modern elegance, and each dish is a testament to true Italian cuisine. This isn’t just dining; it's a journey into Italy's rich culinary heritage that makes every visit truly special.
Joann Mcnamara
Glad we finally discovered this place! The Italian food was the best we've tasted in a long time! The ambiance was nice. The staff was courteous. We will definitely be back!
John Friedman
This place is ridiculously overpriced! The food was ok at best but for the prices it was a total rip off. There's limited offerings from the small menu with the pages stuck together.The Caesar salad was a joke, served family style in a bowl that you pass around the table it's just some chopped up lettuce with some dressing mixed in, nothing else not even croutons and everyone at the table has it on their bill. The spaghetti was a small portion and comparable to Olive Garden, not terrible, but over double of what it should've costed. One of my friends got the mushroom special and said there was gritty dirt in it. The filet is tiny and just ok. The drinks are ok but small and overpriced. The plates were dirty and even the bread was sub-par. The wooden chairs are uncomfortable and the hand written bills are scribbled as if this was a high school fundraiser. Very unprofessional and considering the prices they charge I can't imagine how they stay in business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Krazygreek50
Best Italian in north Scottsdale area without question.
My wife and i celebrated our 10 year anniversary here and although Alberto was in Italy and was missed we had the privilege of being greeted and served by Roberto. What an extraordinary person and such a delight he was.
THANK YOU for a wonderful evening Roberto
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Lee Zundel (Z-Fab Custom Welding)
Best Italian food and customer service on this side of the world! sei il migliore
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Cocktail, Bruschetta
Michael Kaus
Great Italian meals
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Penne Arrabbiata
Possibly the worst meal we’ve ever had! The pizzas are a disgrace to the genre given they have an oven! Basically a biscuit with toppings. Expensive and bad!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Cullen Taylor
Amazing atmosphere and very authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James
Way too expensive and even got charged $12 for a Ceaser salad that didn't even have croutons.
Drunken a$$holes at a table nearby were allowed to continue to curse within an earshot of the two female servers and a two-top of women who appeared to be enjoying their date night.
I was appalled that the gentleman who appeared to be the owner allowed such behavior to take place, but he was elderly so probably could not hear it occurring.
I left without mentioning it since I am unlikely to return anyways.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
James Frisby
Way too expensive and even got charged $12 for a Ceaser salad that didn't even have croutons.
Drunken a$$holes at a table nearby were allowed to continue to curse within an earshot of the two female servers and a two-top of women who appeared to be enjoying their date night.
I was appalled that the gentleman who appeared to be the owner allowed such behavior to take place, but he was elderly so probably could not hear it occurring.
I left without mentioning it since I am unlikely to return anyways.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Elaine Zundel
Mushroom linguini. Is excellent. Alberto is superb at selecting wines too. Excellent bruschetta. The fruit torte is a must try!!!!
Initial impressions were good, warm reception and dining area. Almost 2 hours later when food was served no longer impressed. Waiter and staff seemed overwhelmed with servig 5 tables, food was average at best and prices were unrealistic for what was served. Being from NYC, I know good italian...this was average for arizona standards and wouldn't last 1 week in NY. Save your money and time, go to olive garden.
The food was horrible. The portions for the price were outrageous and pizza I had was not cooked. The service was okay, nothing great nothing bad. Overall the experience was very bland and the price was insane. Do NOT recommend.
I went there with a large group (nearly 20) and we had the most wonderful time. The environment felt like a family dinner, the food like a home cooked meal. The highlight was by far the Cesar salad. The staff was amazing and friendly and made it a great night. The even accommodated us on short notice on a Saturday night.
The group I was with had just spent the day commemorating the life of a lost friend and dinner at your restaurant was really heartwarming and healing. Thank you Albert, Roberto and everyone else who served us.
I've been visiting this restaurant with my grandparents for the past eight years, and every visit feels like a heartwarming reunion. It holds a very special place in my heart.
The experience here is nothing short of extraordinary—the ambiance radiates a magical blend of tradition and modern elegance, and each dish is a testament to true Italian cuisine. This isn’t just dining; it's a journey into Italy's rich culinary heritage that makes every visit truly special.
Glad we finally discovered this place! The Italian food was the best we've tasted in a long time! The ambiance was nice. The staff was courteous. We will definitely be back!
This place is ridiculously overpriced! The food was ok at best but for the prices it was a total rip off. There's limited offerings from the small menu with the pages stuck together.The Caesar salad was a joke, served family style in a bowl that you pass around the table it's just some chopped up lettuce with some dressing mixed in, nothing else not even croutons and everyone at the table has it on their bill. The spaghetti was a small portion and comparable to Olive Garden, not terrible, but over double of what it should've costed. One of my friends got the mushroom special and said there was gritty dirt in it. The filet is tiny and just ok. The drinks are ok but small and overpriced. The plates were dirty and even the bread was sub-par. The wooden chairs are uncomfortable and the hand written bills are scribbled as if this was a high school fundraiser. Very unprofessional and considering the prices they charge I can't imagine how they stay in business.
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 1
Best Italian in north Scottsdale area without question.
My wife and i celebrated our 10 year anniversary here and although Alberto was in Italy and was missed we had the privilege of being greeted and served by Roberto. What an extraordinary person and such a delight he was.
THANK YOU for a wonderful evening Roberto
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Best Italian food and customer service on this side of the world! sei il migliore
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Shrimp Cocktail, Bruschetta
Great Italian meals
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Caesar Salad, Penne Arrabbiata
A charming slice of Italy right here in AZ.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Bruschetta, Seafood Pasta
Restaurantji Recommends
Possibly the worst meal we’ve ever had! The pizzas are a disgrace to the genre given they have an oven! Basically a biscuit with toppings. Expensive and bad!
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Amazing atmosphere and very authentic
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Way too expensive and even got charged $12 for a Ceaser salad that didn't even have croutons.
Drunken a$$holes at a table nearby were allowed to continue to curse within an earshot of the two female servers and a two-top of women who appeared to be enjoying their date night.
I was appalled that the gentleman who appeared to be the owner allowed such behavior to take place, but he was elderly so probably could not hear it occurring.
I left without mentioning it since I am unlikely to return anyways.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Way too expensive and even got charged $12 for a Ceaser salad that didn't even have croutons.
Drunken a$$holes at a table nearby were allowed to continue to curse within an earshot of the two female servers and a two-top of women who appeared to be enjoying their date night.
I was appalled that the gentleman who appeared to be the owner allowed such behavior to take place, but he was elderly so probably could not hear it occurring.
I left without mentioning it since I am unlikely to return anyways.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Mushroom linguini. Is excellent. Alberto is superb at selecting wines too. Excellent bruschetta. The fruit torte is a must try!!!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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