50 Best Italian Restaurants in Scottsdale

“We received a box of croissants as a gift from Andreoli Italian Grocer. The box itself was a masterpiece featuring the acclaimed Chef Giovanni Scorzo, showcasing the delectable items inside. These croissants melt in your mouth like a sweet delight when prepared correctly. If you’re looking for something extraordinary, I highly recommend this as a gift.“

“Service, Food, Wine, They were the Best............. This is a winner folks.“

“Excellent drinks, the service was top notch and menu is varied, sophisticated, and delicious.“

“Wonderful food and the presentation was amazing! Servers were very friendly and make sure you have what you need, even boxed our food for us! Ps save room for dessert the cannolis and the pumpkin cheesecake were delicioussss“

“Having dined here several times, I can confidently say this restaurant continues to impress where it matters most — the food. Each visit reaffirms its standing as a place that knows how to deliver bold, authentic flavors and a well-balanced dining experience. On my most recent visit, every dish from our table was spot-on, beautifully prepared, and deeply satisfying. The kitchen remains the restaurant’s strongest asset — consistently turning out vibrant, flavorful plates that celebrate Italian cuisine without pretense. The cocktails arrived promptly and were well-crafted, setting the tone for an enjoyable meal. The wine list deserves a special nod: it offers a thoughtful selection of Italian wines that are both excellent and reasonably priced — a rarity that regulars will appreciate. Ambiance can vary depending on the night. At times, the tables feel a bit tightly packed, and the noise level can climb higher than comfortable. This visit, however, was more balanced — the addition of live music created a warm, convivial atmosphere, and conversation flowed easily. Service, unfortunately, remains the restaurant’s weakest link. Our server spoke so quickly that explanations about the menu were rushed and unclear, and attention throughout the meal was uneven. While this lack of polish doesn’t overshadow the exceptional kitchen, it does detract from what could otherwise be a near-perfect dining experience. In short, come for the food — it’s worth it. The culinary team continues to deliver excellence on the plate, making this a restaurant that earns repeat visits. But with a bit more focus on service refinement, it could elevate from “very good” to truly outstanding. Bottom Line: ⭐ Food: 9/10 – Consistently excellent, authentic, and flavorful 🍷 Drinks: 8.5/10 – Strong cocktails and a well-priced Italian wine list 🎶 Ambiance: 8/10 – Lively, sometimes loud, but charming with live music 💁 Service: 6.5/10 – Rushed and inattentive; room for improvement 💰 Overall Value: 8.5/10 – Excellent food at fair prices Verdict: Go for the cuisine — and hope the service soon matches the kitchen’s brilliance.“

“We visited for lunch today and it was absolutely wonderful! The prices are unbeatable and the quality is outstanding! I’m a big guy and I could not even finish my meal, but it’s going to make for a great night snack tonight lol“

“Delicious food, and desserts.“

“We stopped in here after a long day based on reviews and were absolutely not disappointed. We had both pizza and pasta and the tiramisu and it was all delicious. The smell alone when we walked in was convicting. It’s clearly the kind of spot with regulars and I can see why!“

“The meatball sub was the best I have ever had. Wonderful service and great atmosphere.“

“Amazing place!!! True Italian!!!!!“

“Amazing authentic food and great service. 6 out of 5 stars!“

“Our favorite place since moving to Scottsdale! Authentic, charming interior, classy and the food is amazingly delicious! The Management and staff set the tone for the experience of dining here. Rentu (spelling ?) the General Manager delightful and personable and Cody our server for Christmas Eve dinner, superb. 5 stars all the way!“

“Love this place! Nice Local, great food and great staff!!“

“Enjoyed lunch today, from bruschetta to marinara parmigiana everything was delicious. Server Morgan S was friendly and helpful. Worth the trip from east valley!“

“My husband and I went there for the first time last week and had the most delicious meal! By far my favorite Italian restaurant in the area“

“I love the Italian atmosphere and the Friendly service. The Pizza and Margarita was Fabulous. I recommend this Place 100%“

“Good food! Favorite was the calamari and sauce“

“I came in for pizza.
The crust was a lil bit more under cooked in the middle.
And the cheese tasted rather unique in not a good way.
All and all I just didn’t like the pizza.
But.

The bartender Chris, saved my experience. I will be back. I will try other items because I KNOW the gnocchi is great and I know the meatballs are awesome as well.

But Chris’ empathy and eagerness to please didn’t go unnoticed. Fine Job Chris. Great attitude and great customer service!!!“

“This place is now hands down our new favorite restaurant in Scottsdale! The service was absolutely impeccable, Kenneth is the most professional and delightful waiter I have ever had in any restaurant. We chose this place to celebrate our 10 year wedding anniversary, and they went above and beyond to make our experience memorable. The manager, Eddie, even sat down and chatted with us for a bit and you can tell he loves what he does and takes pride in his work. We cannot wait to come back again!“

“Fun atmosphere, friendly and helpful staff, yummy food. Strawberry Gorgonzola salad was good. Brownie dessert was so yummy! Outdoor covered patio is nice too. They have both heaters and coolers on it. So it’s good for a variety of weather conditions.“

“incredible food, helpful front desk, the young man was very friendly, courteous and knowledgeable. I was feeling under the weather so we took our food to go, but would have loved to sit and enjoy food and a glass of wine...next time. noodles were heavenly!!!“

“the Cioppino is to die for!!“

“Toscana was a great experience for our party of 6. The ambience was quiet and elegant. The service was excellent and timely. The food was very good and very well prepared. The menu was varied, but a bit limited. The wine and the wine list were excellent. This is a higher end restaurant for Scottsdale and highly recommended.“

“My husband and I love this place . Everything from the salads, meatballs, pizza, soup is all very good . We travel to AZ very often to watch our daughter play softball. I am very sad and disappointed though. I had a pair of AirPod pros that had fallen out of my purse about a month ago . I didn’t realize this . I pushed the find my device and it said they were at Pomos . Two young men said ohh ya we have them they have been here forever . They descried them to me . I said yes those are mine . Then upon getting them out of the bin discovered they were no longer there . Sad that employees are the only ones with access to lost items therefore it had to be an employee take them . They were a gift from my husband so makes me very sad and disappointed.“

“Friendly, delicious and timely. I love this place!“

“Sophia’s Kitchen was a wonderful dining experience! The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Every dish tasted homemade, and you can tell they use quality ingredients. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. The restaurant was clean, comfortable, and had a warm atmosphere. We’ll definitely be back to try more items on the menu. Highly recommend Sophia’s Kitchen to anyone looking for a delicious meal and great service! Only thing my kid didn’t like is the Alfredo sauce. Other than that very great experience.“

“I just discovered Picazzo's this last week on a visit from Hawaii. Picazzo's is a reason to MOVE to Arizona. Amazing. Absolutely Amazing. Please please open one on the Big Island of Hawaii in Kona. If you go incorporated and I could buy your stock I would in a heartbeat. I literally just checked online to find your ticker. LOL. You guys should be everywhere. My favorite place to eat ever. **Coming from a gluten free person with celiacs, I've never been so happy. Also-- my service was amazing, I felt like I was eating at the Mauna Kea Resort the service was so good.“

“Crust is a FABULOUS restaurant to go to,! We used to just go EVERY Friday to start our weekends however, we have now progressed to Sundays and throughout the week as well! The food is ALWAYS CONSISTENTLY Delicious! THE New dishes that are added to the menus are AMAZING,!! THE BEST Part IS...the staff, the managers as well as the wait staff are AMAZING!! THEY ARE OVERLY FRIENDLY AND JUST SIMPLY AWESOME!! As I stated before,the food is prepared to your liking in a DELICIOUS AND FABULOUS MANNER!! WE HIGHLY HIGHLY RECOMMEND Crust....infact ALL THE Locations ARE GREAT!! WE TRY to visit all of the locations.....Each one is different, however the food is ALWAYS OUTSTANDING AND PLEASANT AND INVITING. WE LOVE CRUST And ALWAYS LEAVE WITH A SMILE ON OUR FACE AND TOTALLY SATISFIED!!“

“The food is always fresh and delicious. We typically stick to the same few dishes and start with the strawberry salad, which is so refreshing now that we are in the typical heat of summer. The dishes here are balanced well so you can taste the actual ingredients! The restaurant is always welcoming whether it’s just my husband and myself or if we bring all of the family.“

“Visiting friends from out of town, we had great food, wine and service! We had a great experience. Chris made it extra special. Thank you again!“

“Had a decent experience at Nick's last evening. Food and service were good.

One comment re the bartender: evidently he/she does not know what a Vodka Gimlet is. The drink we received did not have the required Rose's Sweetened Lime Juice in the drink. It had an over abundance ofime juice, so much so the drink was excessively tart. Only by adding Triple Sec was the drink made drinkable.

Suggest the bartender look up how to make a Vodka Gimlet in the bar's mixology book.“

“Food and service are awesome.“

“Awesome restaurant with great food and great ambiance. This will definitely be our new go to for Italian food. Sauces are made individually by the order so they come out fresh as the food without sitting in the pot just staying warm until needed. Everything was as homemade as could be and the taste said it all.“

“omgoodness!! stopped in tonight for a late birthday dinner and food was AMAZING! Started with the strawberry salad, husband had Chicken scallopini, I had chicken carbonara. Both were fantastic! for dessert, we shared the flourless chocolate torte, which was divine!!“

“Enjoyed an amazing meal with Melonie serving amazing food and Hall wine“

“Amazing pizza. The same way I remember it in Italy Meatballs and bruschetta was very tasty.“

“Corso Scottsdale delivers on both atmosphere and experience—stylish space, great energy, and attentive service. The cocktails were well made, the food was flavorful, and the vibe was very romantic spot for a date night. Definitely worth checking out in Scottsdale for exceptionally good Italian food and wine pairings.

Don’t forget to try the grapa!!

We also took home some bresoala and prosciutto from the deli.“

“This place is delicious!! You need to go. Trust me.“

“Outstanding food specials and the drink and food menu are regularly outstanding!“

“for the first time in a long time, I walked out of a restaurant completely satisfied with every aspect of my experience.., and that restaurant was yours. from your server's cheerful attitude, and all-around helpfulness, to the perfectly portioned amout of amazing food. the specialty drinks where delicious and very fairly priced. on a scale of one to ten, this restaurant is easily a ten. treat yourself to a slice of heaven.. thank you..“

“I am amazzzed at the pizza. I got the Calabrian Pizza and it was absolutely out of this world. Everything was peak flavor. The prosciutto was incredible. The sauce was the perfect consistency and the honey hot made it even better. The crust was perfect too. Fluffy and crispy and thin. Perfect pizza. Also I was in awe when I opened the box and saw how beautiful it was 💕😍“

“We celebrated my wife’s birthday at Sexy Roman and had a great overall experience. We made a reservation in advance, and the restaurant was able to accommodate us for our special celebration.

Parking was easy, with valet available right in front of the restaurant. The staff was very friendly and attentive throughout the evening. They even left a birthday greeting card for my wife, which was a thoughtful touch.

Our food took a little longer than expected, but that was understandable since we ordered quite a few dishes. This is a great spot for a date night or a relaxed night out. The seafood tower was beautifully presented, though compared to similar experiences at other restaurants, I felt it could have included a little more variety. The pastas were tasty, and we ordered several items based on recommendations. We really enjoyed some dishes, while others were just okay.

At the end of dinner, they brought out a special chocolate cake for the birthday girl. The lady who was in charge of our table also sang “Happy Birthday” to my wife, which was very sweet of her and made the evening feel even more personal.

Overall, our experience was wonderful. Sexy Roman helped make my wife’s special night fun and memorable, and we would consider coming back again.“

“We always love Olive Garden everywhere we lived. And this location is our favourite in Arizona. We were just there last weekend and got the best service we ever received from our waitress Bobbie. She was very attentive and making sure my drink stayed full which I really appreciated. Looking forward to our next visit.“

“Anytime me and my husband come to town we make it a point to visit Postino (Highland) as often as possible! They have amazing gluten free bruschetta boards and paninis! Great food for a great deal. The servers have always been incredibly friendly and helpful. Can’t wait to come back the next time we are in town.“

“We had an amazing lunch at DeFalco‘s today. Brooke, the manager, is an exemplary employee and every single employee there showed how much they cared about their job and their customers. The food was excellent and we will definitely go back thank you De Falco’s.“

“During our short stay in the area, some people drew our attention to this place, and we were pleased to discover its excellent offerings. We were particularly impressed with the cuisine and the attentive service, which makes it a great recommendation for others. The price-to-quality ratio is outstanding, offering a substantial amount of food without compromising on flavor.“

“The food here was great! Authentic Italian flavors and everything was cooked to perfection. However, I’m just curious—why don’t Italians like spicy food? I mean, I had to bring my own hot sauce to give my taste buds a little excitement. The pasta was delicious, but a bit of spice would have taken it to the next level. Overall, a wonderful dining experience, but maybe next time, I’ll sneak in some Tapatio.“

“I cannot give enough praise to the Scottsdale location. We took our little one who has several food allergies. We talked with the manager and chef and worked it out to have a safe meal. They were very accommodating, very knowledgeable about what ingredients they had, how to prevent cross contact, and so much more. This was the first time EVER we have gotten to enjoy a meal as a family and our 5 year olds first time at a restaurant ever. It was so special not to mention delicious! Chef Al and the manager Taylor were so kind. I cannot give enough praises to this restaurant. Thank you!!“

“My friends and I came across La Locanda while walking around Old town Scottsdale. We had their ravioli and gnocchi and they were absolutely delicious! fresh, well portioned plates. The staff were very friendly and the food and drinks came out quickly. The staff were all friendly people and the pasta was fresh and perfect. it was a nice place to break from the hustle and noise of the old town party scene. 10/10“