50 Best Italian Restaurants in Phoenix

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

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

“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“

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

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

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“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).“

“Best Italian food in Phoenix.“

“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 👍👍👍👍👍“

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

“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!!“

“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!“

“I wanted to give them 5 stars, the customer service is definitely 5 stars worthy. I felt like family there. But I sadly cannot, and I'm giving 4 overall. I told the waiter I was vegan and asked if the bruschetta and the tomato & avocado would be good options, and he said yes, but both items have cheese. Cheese is not listen in the menu description. The fresh mozzarella was easy to take off my salad and give to my friend, but the bruschetta had parmesan on EVERY piece of the dish. So if you're a fellow vegan or a lactose-intolerance sufferer, definitely make sure you ask for no cheese. They have a spaghetti marinara as an option as well, so I'm sure that also would have hidden cheese.
I'm not one to send food back, so I just took as much off as I could and took a lactaid.
The dishes were all wonderful and flavorful besides that. The vegetables were so fresh! The warm bread was delicious, and I enjoyed the EVOO and balsamic vinegar on the table. Those containers could use a really good wipe down though between tables.
The staff, again, were very kind and we never went without water refills.
The music was quite loud, but lively. Once the love band left, I could actually hear the rest of my party. So if you're going for an intimate evening, maybe go when they don't have a live singer.
Overall, I do recommend, but just be sure you advocate for yourself if you have any dietary preferences or allergens before you go.“

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

“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.“

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

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

“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.“

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

“We love Pizzeria Bianco and dine there every time we are in Phoenix. The food is authentic and reminds us of Italy in its beautiful simplicity, flavors, and presentation. Even the ambience reminds us of Italy in its understated way. PB's fennel sausage pizza is outstanding, and their Gaeta Olives are among the best I've tasted in America. Their wines are well sourced. We lived in Rome, Italy for 3 years, and PB is the closest thing we have found in AZ. This recommendation falls short. Go, enjoy!“

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

“Great experience. It's a small quaint place with friendly staff always available for suggestions. I got the little gem salad with the most incredible shallot vinaigrette and shaved Parmesan. The bartender recommended the bucatini and it did not disappoint. Cooked perfectly with a peppery sauce. The wine was a collaboration between the owner and an Oregon vintner. Fantastic. This will become a regular spot for me when in Phoenix.“

“Satisfaction and cravings!“

“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.“

“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!!“

“First & Last has such a cute, relaxing atmosphere that makes it a great spot to unwind and enjoy a meal. The sandwiches were absolutely delicious—packed with flavor and made with quality ingredients. They are a bit on the pricey side, but the portions are large, and the taste definitely helps justify the cost. If you're looking for a cozy place with a welcoming vibe and satisfying sandwiches, this is definitely worth checking out! Went around Noon for lunch on a Monday, they had plenty of seating to choose from. Your order and pay at the counter first before finding a seat.“

“This was really average. Rice and salad nothing special. Neither was chicken. We got a combo appetizer. Baba ganoush was very good. The yogurt thing had no cucumber or onion or flavor. Hummus was ok grape leaves, did they get them from Sysco? Falafel was good. Totally under whelming compared to other Mediterranean options in area. No I won't return. Being open Sunday was only reason went in first place.“

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

“Spinato's is one of my go to pizzerias. They are consistent, tried, and true. Their food is delicious and authentic to which I have not been disappointed in over a decade of patronizing them. Just the other day I was able to reserve a table 30 minutes before meeting a friend and my reservation was honored; that is great customer service.“

“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!“

“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.“

“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.“

“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!“

“Brightyn 🌞 was a great waitress! Went the other day and she was so on top of it. Food was great, her recommendations were great and overall we had a lovely dinner :) We also had the spiked strawberry lemonade ($8)and a Long Island iced tea (I think $9) both reasonably priced. Biggest shout out to her. I’d want her as our waitress again 😄🌞“

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

“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!“

“We checked in online prior to driving over to the restaurant, we were seated immediately. Our server was very friendly. Food was delicious. We were celebrating my boyfriend's birthday, the server said he got a dessert. We asked if we could not have everyone come out and sing, he agreed and said it was fine. He wished my boyfriend a happy birthday and we thanked him and left as we got the dessert togo. It was a overall great experience.“

“Our family went here last night and the pizza was outstanding! Flavorful sauce, fresh ingredients, and baked to perfection. Our server was great, answering our questions and giving recommendations, helpful not pushy. We will absolutely come back for the great food and service.“

“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.“

“The waitress was a bartender also she's really good and fast she's good at what she does the food was good I went there to relax I was in there for like an hour and a half they didn't bother me she waited on me really good I gave her $20 tip on a $50 order“

“We wanted some good italian food and thought we would check out Babbo. It didn't disappoint. My 25 year old son got the appetizer trio just for himself. He loved it! And took half home for another day. The pasta was good and the flavor was great. Disclaimer: I am not a food connoisseur so most food is good to me😬“

“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.“

“Great restaurant, really enjoyed the steak tartare and vodka parm was out of this world. Staff was very attentive, will definitely go back.“