The food was honestly pretty mediocre. We went on a Friday night, so yeah, it was slammed, but what really killed the vibe was the manager pacing around asking every table if they had reservations and straight-up staring at people's plates to see how close they were to leaving. Felt super rushed and unwelcoming, like we were just an inconvenience. The only thing that saved the night was our server—she was genuinely nice and stayed on top of everything.
Kirby
New to the area. Looked on line for a nice place for dinner before a concert. EXCEEDED expectations! Service was great and the food and wine menu even better.
Jill
The zucchini appetizer was amazing (similar to Zucca Chips at North), entrees were good and we didn't order dessert. Service was fine, however nothing extraordinary. One complaint is the squeaky chairs at the restaurant. The sound is still haunting me today....3-days later and reminds me of somebody scratching their fingernails on a chalkboard.
Silvio
Excellent food! I highly recommend the gnocchi and the beet salad! Delicious. A little loud but it is expected as it is a small place.
Ravyn
Staff was extremely attentive and kind. Made sure we got seated as quickly as possible and food was delicious. Great experience!
Donn
Food and presentation was excellent. Seated our party of six with two large men at booth one and the booths are so small you could not fit. Booth two same option. Third booth in the back was lovely and provided more space. Martini ordered was not made to spec. Pork was dry. Everything else was excellent. Speed of service was commendable. Amazing expresso martini with a cannoli! We will be back and make special request for a large table.
Frank
It feels more like a tourist place to eat. Our server, Cooper was very polite. It was odd that there was no salt, pepper etc on the table and that none was offered with our salads. The Parmesan cheese(none offered) for the pasta came in a glass shaker and was on par with what one would find at a basic pizza restaurant.
Aubrey
Loved my dining experience last night. Our server, Xhulio, guided us through the menu; we went with his recommendations - delicious! Light but filling - perfect as a pre-show dinner. The ambiance was fab - lovely decor and music, but quiet enough so we could hear each other. Xhulio was excellent, very attentive with just enough touch backs. We will be back!
Lisa
Went for Happy Hour and sat at the bar. Bartenders were personable, made delicious drinks and were quick with the food. Tried all of the appetizers, and especially loved the charcuterie board served with a bottle of wine. Cute decor as well
joe
We arrived at 11am for lunch. It was very warm inside and by 12:30pm seemed warmer as the place filled up. Food was very good. No complaints on food or service.
Food is very tasty. But one of the chair collapsed. Fortunately, my brother was not hurt (we actually don't know if there are some delayed effects). The manager did offered to pay for the meal and we are grateful for that. But they should pay more attention to their facility.
Angel
Fantastic food, Cooper gave us excellent service, and the creme brulee was out of this world
Liban
The pizza was cheesy and flavorful, but the service felt a bit slow. Still, a nice spot for a casual bite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Doriane Hardy
Came here for a family dinner during my first visit to Phoenix. The pasta was perfect. It was all handmade in house and I was so happy with my dish, which was the Gramigna. The staff were helpful too. I'd happily come here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Vanessa Beall
Rosso Italian is an absolute gem in Phoenix! From the moment we walked in, the warm atmosphere and incredible aromas set the tone for a fantastic evening. The food was nothing short of amazing! fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented.
But what really made our experience memorable was our server, Giulio. He was attentive without ever being overbearing, and his knowledge of the menu was spot on. He made excellent recommendations, checked in at the perfect times, and created a welcoming, genuine vibe that elevated the whole dinner. It’s rare to find someone who clearly takes so much pride in both the food and the guest experience. Giulio made us feel like family.
The food was honestly pretty mediocre. We went on a Friday night, so yeah, it was slammed, but what really killed the vibe was the manager pacing around asking every table if they had reservations and straight-up staring at people's plates to see how close they were to leaving. Felt super rushed and unwelcoming, like we were just an inconvenience. The only thing that saved the night was our server—she was genuinely nice and stayed on top of everything.
New to the area. Looked on line for a nice place for dinner before a concert. EXCEEDED expectations! Service was great and the food and wine menu even better.
The zucchini appetizer was amazing (similar to Zucca Chips at North), entrees were good and we didn't order dessert. Service was fine, however nothing extraordinary. One complaint is the squeaky chairs at the restaurant. The sound is still haunting me today....3-days later and reminds me of somebody scratching their fingernails on a chalkboard.
Excellent food! I highly recommend the gnocchi and the beet salad! Delicious. A little loud but it is expected as it is a small place.
Staff was extremely attentive and kind. Made sure we got seated as quickly as possible and food was delicious. Great experience!
Food and presentation was excellent. Seated our party of six with two large men at booth one and the booths are so small you could not fit. Booth two same option. Third booth in the back was lovely and provided more space. Martini ordered was not made to spec. Pork was dry. Everything else was excellent. Speed of service was commendable. Amazing expresso martini with a cannoli! We will be back and make special request for a large table.
It feels more like a tourist place to eat. Our server, Cooper was very polite. It was odd that there was no salt, pepper etc on the table and that none was offered with our salads. The Parmesan cheese(none offered) for the pasta came in a glass shaker and was on par with what one would find at a basic pizza restaurant.
Loved my dining experience last night. Our server, Xhulio, guided us through the menu; we went with his recommendations - delicious! Light but filling - perfect as a pre-show dinner. The ambiance was fab - lovely decor and music, but quiet enough so we could hear each other. Xhulio was excellent, very attentive with just enough touch backs. We will be back!
Went for Happy Hour and sat at the bar. Bartenders were personable, made delicious drinks and were quick with the food. Tried all of the appetizers, and especially loved the charcuterie board served with a bottle of wine. Cute decor as well
We arrived at 11am for lunch. It was very warm inside and by 12:30pm seemed warmer as the place filled up. Food was very good. No complaints on food or service.
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Food is very tasty. But one of the chair collapsed. Fortunately, my brother was not hurt (we actually don't know if there are some delayed effects). The manager did offered to pay for the meal and we are grateful for that. But they should pay more attention to their facility.
Fantastic food, Cooper gave us excellent service, and the creme brulee was out of this world
The pizza was cheesy and flavorful, but the service felt a bit slow. Still, a nice spot for a casual bite.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Came here for a family dinner during my first visit to Phoenix. The pasta was perfect. It was all handmade in house and I was so happy with my dish, which was the Gramigna. The staff were helpful too. I'd happily come here again and would recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic Italian experience.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Rosso Italian is an absolute gem in Phoenix! From the moment we walked in, the warm atmosphere and incredible aromas set the tone for a fantastic evening. The food was nothing short of amazing! fresh, authentic, and full of flavor. Every dish felt thoughtfully prepared and beautifully presented.
But what really made our experience memorable was our server, Giulio. He was attentive without ever being overbearing, and his knowledge of the menu was spot on. He made excellent recommendations, checked in at the perfect times, and created a welcoming, genuine vibe that elevated the whole dinner. It’s rare to find someone who clearly takes so much pride in both the food and the guest experience. Giulio made us feel like family.
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