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.“

“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“

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

“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“

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

“Delicious food, and desserts.“

“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!“

“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.“

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

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

“A hidden gem off Via Linda! Tucked in the corner, but oh so worth it. The pasta dishes were delicious, and cooked to order - enough for two or three meals. And then four of us shared an order of Tiramisu. It was Heavenly! Worth going just for the dessert!!“

“Amazing place!!! True Italian!!!!!“

“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“

“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!“

“We ordered mozzarella sticks and the combo pizza. Pizza was fantastic, crust had just the perfect amount of crunch. Angelo who made our pizza came to our table and spoke with us for awhile. Waitress was attentive and made sure drinks were filled. Definitely recommend“

“I sat at the bar this time around and Nicole took amazing care of me. She is a wonderful and attentive bartender! She makes a mean dirty martini. Watch out!! The food is always on point and the service is what I go back for each time. Love Sophia's!“

“Good food! Favorite was the calamari and sauce“

“Wow!!! Hidden gem. Ended up randomly finding this place for dinner after being told 35min wait across the street so we ended up walking over to it. The best Italian I’ve ever had! The atmosphere was amazing, walked in and was greeted and seated by the owner of the restaurant. The food was absolutely amazing. Unbelievable. If you are in the area 10/10 recommend stopping here for dinner.“

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

“the Cioppino is to die for!!“

“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!!!“

“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.“

“Incredible food, staff, and ambience! I have been longing for authentic Italian food for a year now. There is absolutely none where we live in Texas. We were in Scottsdale for a conference and this place was recommended. The moment we walked in and saw the oven and the flour, I knew we had found a gem! Homemade with love is the best meal ever and Sorrento’s surpassed my expectations. Enjoy a glass of their wine while they work their kitchen magic making you an outstanding meal from a lovely Italian family!“

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

“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.“

“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.“

“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.“

“Our family has loved Spinato's pizza for years! The tangy sauce and abundance of cheese makes it spectacular. This was our first time dining in at the Scottsdale location, and we were impressed. Our server was very attentive and the manager checked in with us to make sure we had a good experience.“

“My overall experience at Parma was delightful. We were a group of four wanted to talk and catch up. It's hard to find a restaurant that you can actually hear each other talk this one you can. Every dish that was ordered was excellent and the value was as expected. Excellent choice all around.“

“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!!“

“Food and service are awesome.“

“The cuisine and craft cocktails. Excellent service too.“

“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..“

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

“If you're looking for genuine, neighborhood Italian done right in North Scottsdale, Enzo’s Italian Kitchen is an absolute must-visit.
The atmosphere strikes that sweet spot between warm, inviting, and vibrant, making it just as great for a relaxed date night as it is for dinner with friends. The food delivers big on authentic comfort: classic, perfectly executed pastas, rich homemade sauces, and standout dishes like their Chicken Parmigiana and Bolognese that taste like they’ve been simmering all afternoon. Don't skip the garlic knots or a slice of tiramisu to finish.“

“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!“

“We moved to the area over a year ago, and we are still finding little, hidden gem restaurants like Nick's Italian at Pima & Pinnacle. We had lunch there today; eggplant parmesan with fettuccine Alfredo and a bbq chicken pizza and they were both excellent. We ordered off the lunch menu, and portions were super generous (even brought some home). Our server Miguel was awesome...warm, friendly, efficient, kind and helpful. We cannot wait to go back!“

“friendly atmosphere! Family owned and operated. Delicious Italian inspired sandwiches. Meatballs and sauce are fabulous!“

“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 💕😍“

“Cesar is amazing he took very good care of us. Dani was also super helpful she made some amazing drink recommendations for our group while we waited at the bar. The food was delicious and everything was perfect l. I will definitely be back to see Dani and Cesar.“

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

“I treated myself today with soup and salad. I love pasta and sauces but I stuck to what I wanted and it was delicious. My server Bobbi was amazing she was very helpful and in top of everything. I will be going back to have her serve again.“

“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.“

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

“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“

“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.“

“Excelente atención y muy rico las ensaladas y pizza“

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