50 Best Italian Restaurants in Phoenix

“Great staff! Personable and knowledgeable employees, and the atmosphere is very welcoming!“

“Best in Phoenix for Mediterranean cuisine. I have been a regular since the day they opened.“

“I had lunch at Cafe Boa for the first time and was so pleased with our entire experience. Our server, Rebecca was incredible. She greeted us so warmly, and made us feel at home. I had my chaotic 2 year old granddaughter & we never once felt like we were “too much”. The food was outstanding & the atmosphere was perfect. I can’t wait to go back for a nice intimate dinner.“

“Loved my SeaBass and great dinner with friends“

“Authentic, really fresh, and really tasty! Get Joe’s Italian sub with everything on it. I have to come back and try the tiramisu. They make everything from scratch. Nice folks, good ingredients. Cute, popular, but legit, spot to stop and get a taste of home (NY).“

“the best of the best ... the pork chop brought me joy“

“Best Italian food in Phoenix.“

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“We had Times Square cater for my parents 70th bday celebration, for 55 people. from inquiring info, placing order, and pick up was flawless. and the food was a hit, DELICIOUS!! Thank you Time Square and staff for a great flawless experience!!“

“As soon as I walked in the door I knew we landed at the right place. Old school family style authentic vibe. ALL of the staff are amazing. Welcoming, personable and great service (I have worked in hospitality the last 6 years). We were there for our anniversary and the waiter came out to serenade us! Our bartender stepped out as we were leaving to say good bye. The food was delicious! Bread, anti-pasto, all the entrees our party ordered all to perfection. 6 top and all the food was hot, pasta cooked perfectly. Truly the best. Wish I we had this place back home. To the owners and the entire staff 5+ stars and 👍👍👍👍👍“

“My wife and l have been several times now and no matter what we order, it is always delicious. Hands down our favorite restaurant in Tukee!“

“Satisfaction and cravings!“

“Delicous food, happy, attentive, friendly service.“

“Dog-friendly Patio and staff !! Beautiful family owned authentic Italian where our puppy Gretchen was treated like royalty and served fresh chicken and Roma tomatoes. Highly recommend for a romantic date night or family dinner. My pasta with garlic and shrimp was perfect and we finished the night with a totally unique and delicious Limoncella cake with berries.“

“Loved the whole experience! Loved all the dishes we ordered with the four of us👍🏻“

“Great menu and quality team service care. Such a great experience! We highly recommend this place!“

“What’s not to like here? Everything is fresh and delicious. I had the salmon which was cooked perfectly. The appetizers were yummy and just enough for our group. Calamari was a huge hit! Highly recommend. The team was attentive & friendly. We ❤️ everything about Alexi’s Grill.“

“Excellent place in high street. Order the hello peaches and the gentleman pie. Outstanding. Blaise was a great server.“

“Excellent place in high street. Order the hello peaches and the gentleman pie. Outstanding. Blaise was a great server.“

“Great authentic Italian food. Salads, pizza and pasta dishes are great. Pinos is awesome and the staff provide quality service. Pino is from the same village in Italy as my mother. I am reminded a little bit of childhood meals when I come here.“

“We love everything about Nellos. Fantastic service each and every time....Food is delish and consistent...Always friendly.“

“Absolutely delicious food, friendly and attentive service, and a nice atmosphere. If this was in Tucson I'd probably be 200lbs heavier. Highly recommend!!!“

“I got the monthly special, chicken picata. The chicken was really well prepared, the garlic bread was some of the best I've ever had. The pasta was... fine, I'll have to go back and try another pasta dish and see. It wasn't as exceptional as the rest of the food.“

“The have the Best servers in Phoenix. I wish there were more locations throughout Arizona. My compliments to the management,servers and staff.“

“The biancoverde is soo good and so is their pappardelle pasta! A perfect dog ear slice and bright tomato sauce for the pasta. Even the olive oil was bright in flavor to dip the bread in. The bread was chewy and seemed like the least interesting thing to eat. I will be back!“

“This place was so cool!
Such a cute interior and we loved the atmosphere. It’s an upscale casual restaurant if that makes sense. Everything we ordered was delicious! Don’t skip the starter salad, The dressing was so so good!
We can’t wait to come back.
Oh and service was exceptional.“

“Great service amazing Italian flair food. Super attractive atmosphere. Definitely will be coming back.. priced appropriately.“

“Amazing Italian Market and Vincent is very welcoming!“

“I LOVE Veggie Pizza with Hamburger & the Strawberry/Spinach salad from RD. Last night I tried the Lasagna!!! The BEST I've ever tasted. THEN, we had the cheesecake!!! YAY!!“

“The food is very delicious and high quality. I had the salmon dish with rice and my husband had the chicken dish. Very high quality! The food tastes like home made. The owners are very welcoming and attentive. I highly recommend AZ Kabob House, we started coming regularly. Thank you AZ Kabob House!“

“Everything was great ! Server, hostess, charcuterie and bruschetta board. Great music playing too!“

“My all time favorite Arizona pizza place and the staff at the Ahwatukee location rock. Bert does a fantastic job and the entire place is full of Rockstars and wonderful food. I go here at least once a week and love the food and atmosphere, maybe I'll go sometime when I'm not working and enjoy a cold beer. 😁“

“A homey, locally owned Italian sub shop serving moist hearty meatball subs. For $13, you get a large meatball sub, a bag of chips, and a pickle slice!

To describe the meatball sub, it is lightly sauced, heavily cheesed, and oh so flavorful and moist. You don't care that it isn't dripping with sauce because the meatballs are so tender and juicy that your mouth isn't dry for a second.“

“This place is amazing. I make sure to eat here every time I visit Phoenix. The food is awesome and the entertainment (including weekly bands) is also great. The staff, including the GM himself, really go out of their way to make sure all customers are happy and treated well. Stay away, however, if you prefer to be treated rudely.“

“Wow, we loved it! We ordered the burrata, meatballs, and pizzas. We were recently in Rome, and the food was very comparable to everything we had in Italy! They got everything right, down to my delicious Spritz!! The patio was beautiful. The service was great, no pressure even though they were busy. Honestly, I can't believe I've never been there before, but definitely will be back!“

“Came here during a work trip to unwind and it was a busy but Brandon and Larry were welcoming and kind and definitely brought the energetic vibe. Really wonderful people and I thoroughly enjoyed my wine, my snack and conversation! Great spot! Will be back!“

“Great Service! Great food! Highly recommended, our favorite date night spot since 2021“

“We met another couple at North and didn’t know what to expect. We walked in and the hostesses were very friendly. They accommodated the fact that my husband has hearing aids so they put us at a corner booth. The food was absolutely ridiculous and we just had a great time. I would recommend north to anyone that would want to have a great upscale experience with a down town vibe.“

“The food was incredible, the wine was decent and their selection of vegetarian options was excellent. Very friendly waiters and delicious cheesecake at the end!“

“This Olive Garden is the best in the valley. Jazmine was the most refreshing part of our (my uncle and I) night. Very insightful, young woman, as well as outgoing. Her potential within, not only this company but any, is inspiring.
The food was amazing, music incredibly nostalgic, and the restaurant itself is very clean. Highly recommend. 10/10“

“I’ve tried just about everything sooooooo gooood I highly recommend 💯 Love this place and the owners and employees are always super friendly ❤️“

“Pretty mid Italian for what you get but the deals make it worth it that’s why I did the 3 stars but the service is so good here! I was dining today and I had the server with the red hair and she was so kind and did a great job! :)“

“Good pizza place on the crust and greens are fresh. Customer service is good. Haven't sat at the bar for happy hour but I'm sure the ambiance would be awesome. Get a slice of cheesecake. Maybe two if you have kids. Very good pizza place. High chance your family won't be upset if you brought this home for movie night. Thanks guys! Should have got a salad too. The greek pizzas this good? They're Greek salads got to be good too.“

“Our server Bri took excellent care of us last night. We appreciated the nice pours of wine, and the food was just delicious! Every dish we had was our “favorite”, especially the Chicken Marsala and pasta All’Amtriciana. Already looking forward to next time. Thank you! :)“

“The owners Bill and Denise offer the best hospitality! they are so welcoming and it carries over to there staff. I loved the wine selection and the lasagna. The portion size was just right and was made fresh. I will definitely recommend Anzio's to others and I will return for another great experience!“

“I recently dined at PINO, a charming Italian restaurant located at 7000 E Mayo Blvd, Suite 1070, Phoenix, AZ 85054.  The wood-fired pizza was exceptional, with a perfectly crisp crust and fresh toppings. The ambiance was warm and inviting, making it an ideal spot for both casual meals and special occasions. The staff were attentive and friendly, enhancing the overall dining experience. I highly recommend PINO for anyone seeking authentic Italian cuisine in the Phoenix area.“

“This is a casual dining, but it could definitely serve well for a special occasion. They have a large menu, gluten-free options, an amazing happy hour, and spectacular daily specials, like the spaghetti and meatballs. I really like their qood-fired pizzas. We'll definitely be back.“

“Excellent slice, and I am looking forward to trying their calzone. Limited hours (11 - 3 Mon - Sat) and a location that I’d not close to work or work at home make scheduling a challenge.“

“Saint Pasta is the kind of spot that earns its line, and yes, there will be a line. They don't take reservations, so we showed up at 4:45 PM for a 5 o'clock opening and were first in. By the time we were seated, the queue behind us had grown considerably. Worth every minute of the wait. The service was exceptional from the moment we walked in. Our server was fantastic, and the whole team was attentive without being overbearing, exactly the kind of care that makes a small, no-frills spot feel special.
The food delivered on every front. Everything we ordered was excellent, no misses, no fillers. The cocktails were a real highlight too, creative, thoughtfully crafted, and unlike anything you'd find at a generic bar menu. They clearly put the same intentionality into their drinks as they do their pasta. The one thing I'd love to see? A dessert menu. Our server was upfront that they don't have one yet, but it's in the works. I'm holding that as a reason to go back, hopefully next time there'll be something sweet to close out what is otherwise a near perfect meal. Highly recommend. Just get there early.“

“Had a great experience here on a date. The last time I had been here was probably 10 years ago with my friend and his dad. Service was great, and the restaurant wasn't as packed as I expected for a Friday night. Highly recommend for good food and wine. We both left happily satisfied.“