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Marcellino Ristorante, Scottsdale, AZ

Marcellino Ristorante

4.7
4.7
1928 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian
The secrets of authentic Italian cuisine are proudly showcased by the man who creates the most innovative dishes this side of heaven. Let Chef Marcellino mesmerize your palate any night of the week with hand-crafted, naturally flavored pastas [saffron, squid ink, cacio e pepe, etc.]; heaps of crustaceans; wild game; reduction sauces; seasonal truffles, and more. Seeking simplicity? Scialatielli alle Vongole. Comfort food? Gnocchi so light and sumptuous they'll make you sigh. Decadence? Porcini-infused Fettuccine, sautéed with generous amounts of lobster, shitake mushrooms, and a white truffle drizzle. Vegetarian: Fettucine Contadina with a dollop of ricotta. Vegan and no-gluten options available; please allow extra preparation time or provide advance notice if possible. Celebrate your next occasion with us, and share the delicious, old-World elegance of a Marcellino experience with your family and friends!

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (480) 990-9500
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Chef Marcellino Verzino
  • Catering
    Dream of celebrating your Wedding, a special Anniversary, or milestone Birthday in Italy? Taking 50 or 100 of your closest family & friends to the Italian countryside may be a fantasy, but having Chef Marcellino bring authentic Italian cuisine to your location is entirely possible. Have a festa all'italiana right here in Arizona, no passports required.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating special occasions with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Marcellino Ristorante can accommodate all your special event needs with an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Bettina: (480) 990-9500
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • Cross street
    Camelback Road/Scottsdale Road
  • Parking details
    GARAGE Free, public parking directly beneath us. Enter on West side of Stetson Drive, between 5th & 6th Avenues. Marcellino is most easily accessed by the circular stairway or elevator/stairwell just directly adjacent. VALET Stetson Dr just North of 6th Ave, or corner of 6th Ave & Stetson near the Clock Tower
  • Public transit
    Downtown Scottsdale's free, public 'Olley the Trolley' -- running every 10 minutes from Scottsdale Fashion Square and numerous stops throughout Old Town. <br /><br />http://www.dunntransportation.com/dunntransit.html<br /><br />Hospitality Trolley: Between several nearby resorts and the downtown area, runs January-March only.
  • Entertainment
    THURSDAYSLive Jazz 6 - 9 pm SATURDAYSBig Band, Swing, R&B & more 7 - 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Offers

  • Live Music Saturday

    Multiple dates available
    Fri - Sat - 4:00 PM - 9:30 PM
    We offer Live Music Saturday Evenings from 6:30pm - 9:30pm Please visit our website for our music calendar. marcellinoristorante.com

What 1,928 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Romantic

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Good for special occasions

  • Phoenix / Arizona

    Italian

  • Scottsdale

    Romantic

  • Scottsdale

    Good for special occasions

  • Scottsdale

    Italian

1,928 Reviews
  1. ScottS

    Exclusive

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The freshly made pasta was phenomenal and the bartenders pour was heavy.If you have the opportunity this restaurant is a must.

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  2. ChrisB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Trenton our waiter was extremely nice and provided some of the best service we have had at a restaurant. The food was exactly how it was described as far as presentation and flavor. We will be going back soon.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall1food3service1ambience2
    Disappointing experience! Sat at the table for 20 minutes with no service. The bartender came and took our drink order and apologized that our waiter was busy. Our waiter did not come to the table for another 20 minutes. The waiter never replenished the water glasses and took forever to come back to the table throughout the entire dinner. The excuse from another waiter was that she was serving a Birthday Party in the other room. The live music group spent an hour setting up the speakers and sound check and never even played for the whole time we were there. Very annoying to have to listen to while trying to enjoy dinner. Overall awful experience as a repeat customer and will not be returning.

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  4. DanielP

    Phoenix

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always an excellent dining experience here. Food is amazing and staff is very friendly.

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  5. JaredJ

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My fiancé and I had an absolutely wonderful experience at Marcellino’s. Truly exceptional, authentic Italian food and the best espresso martinis in town hands down. Will definitely be back!

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Judy

    Minneapolis

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely amazing meal. Our waiter was so awesome with his suggestions. This was our first time but I can guarantee we will return.

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  7. Rocky

    San Francisco

    30 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on September 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Marcellino’s has the best Italian food in the Valley hands down!! The service and food is top notch!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. PaulB

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 14, 2023

    overall2food3service2ambience4
    Primary server rushed us to order and later tried to guilt us into dessert. (Other servers were great.) Food was ordinary. Atmosphere was fine. Overall, meh.

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  9. SarahD

    Las Vegas

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on September 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service exceptional as always! Antonello and Alan at the bar were fantastic!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Nyaz

    New York Area

    24 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    24 reviews

    Dined on September 3, 2023

    overall3food1service4ambience5
    We have been to this restaurant on prior occasions, but unfortunately this experience left us feeling disappointed where we likely will not return.   I'll start with the positives. The service is wonderful and the ambiance and live music was very nice as well.  The food, however, was a complete disappointment. The bread is completely plain that it's just not worth the money.  We started with the lentil soup, which had no flavor. Our entrées consisted of the lamb chops and the salmon.   I would rate the lamb chops a 6 out of 10. The salmon I had to send back and rate it a 1. It was somewhat over-cooked and had absolutely no flavor whatsoever.  I sent the salmon back and ordered the chicken entrée in place of it. The chicken had some flavor, but it really was lackluster. The vegetables were undercooked and very hard to chew. We opted to forego ordering dessert, as our experience was so poor.  Overall, very disappointing for such a high rated restaurant.

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  11. RichardG

    Phoenix

    59 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    59 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was our first time at Marcellino and we were celebrating my wife's birthday. The experience was amazing, and wonderful to not see the typical Italian fare on the menu. It was truly an authentic experience. We all had one of the home made pastas and they were phenomenal! Can't wait to go back...

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  12. DianeW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Authentic Italian, homemade pasta, intimate but fun. There was live music (a piano man) the evening we were there. Food was 5-star!

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful fresh authentic Italian food. The service and ambiance are outstanding. This is my favorite place in Scottsdale.

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  14. OpenTable Diner

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great pasta at fair price, low key environment. Feels a little dated decor wise but good quality good.

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  15. VandBBandW

    Exclusive

    10 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on August 11, 2023

    overall3food4service5ambience3
    I love Marcellino's, but the air conditioning was broken and they knew that it! They knew it would be hot in there. I think as painful as it is for a business, letting customers with reservations know about the issue would have been fair. Paying 150.00 per person and being uncomfortable left a very bad taste in my mouth. :-(

    1 person found this helpful

  16. ThomasB

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal and great service. Look forward to a return visit.

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  17. pfnet

    Phoenix

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on August 5, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food and service, as always, plus an outstanding wine list.

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  18. ScottK

    Charlotte

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An awesome experience as always. Love the staff and service

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  19. Shereen

    Caribbean

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    One of our favorite places when we come from Florida the pasta specials are Unbelieveable. .

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  20. HowardS

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on July 16, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience4
    Pasta specials are legit family style is best so you can try a little of each is best Had gnocchi as an appetizer delicious

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  21. localarry

    Phoenix

    64 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on July 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    our very favorite place for Italian. And the first time we heard Daniel Hendrick perform. A great playlist and a great voice to match. Try the espresso Martinis to finish the night.

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  22. LouM

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A fantastic dinner experience. The pasta was absolutely amazing!

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  23. JohnS

    Phoenix

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food, location, service. Prices high for pasta, but its not just pasta, its incredible

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  24. DougA

    Phoenix

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was the highlight, among many strong experiences. He was informative, but not snobby. He was attentive, but not overbearing. He had a sense of humor and made a personal connection with us by sharing elements of his life and his passion for his work. Our wine was tasty, but very aggressively priced. The pasta dishes (specials) we enjoyed were flawless. The chocolate cake dessert was one of the best I've ever had. The prices here are not for the faint of heart, but the experience was worth it.

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  25. TriciaC

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Homemade pasta is out of this world. Tortellini is to die for

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  26. wxyz

    Phoenix

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on June 30, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Great special menu. It was very noisy, however . . . I guess everyone was commenting about the food - LOL

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  27. AzGuy

    Phoenix

    77 reviews

    5.0

    77 reviews

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Marcellino can always be counted on for a high quality and enjoyable meal even on our casual stop in for an early dinner after an appointment. While we enjoy the specials most dinners there we did a basic menu item and as always the pasta was el dente and the portion while ample was not overwhelming unlike a lot of more inferior Italian restaurants. The Caprese as a starter preceded by a complimentary bruschetta gave us some good tomatoes and the Contadiina was a good vegetable dish with the pasta. Service was excellent.

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  28. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great night! Server helped select menu and wine. All were just what I asked for and tasted fantastic. Definitely recommend!

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  29. Lulubell

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This is one our favorite places to go in Scottsdale. Excellent food! Great music! Worth every penny :)

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  30. Teres119

    New York Area

    105 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    105 reviews

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This was my favorite restaurant in Scottsdale. The food is authentic. The owners are present in the restaurant which says it all. The pastas were all delicious and fresh. The bread was homemade and served warm. The desserts were all so delicious as well. Definitely recommend!

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  31. JKDrahota

    Phoenix

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on June 7, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    A Scottsdale fav. Enjoyed the porcini pasta with lobster, white wine sauce. I always enjoy taking some home!!! Always delicious and perfect. Great ambience, wine and liquor selection and superb wait-staff.

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  32. MelissaB

    Indiana

    7 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience2
    The food was mediocre, small portions and over-priced. The waitress told us we had to order appetizers & dinner at same time when we requested to order appetizers first & dinner later. Desserts consist of 3-4 bites & are not shareable. The goal seemed to be to turn the table as soon as possible even though there were several tables open the entire time we were there. We are a family of 4 & were in town for a graduation celebration. There are many good Italian restaurants in the area that you will be charged less fora much better meal.

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  33. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The closest thing you can get to Italy! Except the service is much faster and better than Italy haha

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Seattle

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Absolutely amazing scratch made pasta and fantastic wine pairings. Overall a phenomenal experience

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  35. SarahD

    Las Vegas

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on June 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food! Fabulous service and entertainment! Great Italian wines. Can’t wait to go back.

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  36. OpenTable Diner

    Denver

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was delicious and service was great! Live music was a nice bonus but it was a little too loud for a conversation. Would go back again in a heartbeat just would request a table further away from the band.

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  37. Fussy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We loved the authenticity (and the home made pasta).

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  38. BenL

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The service was wonderful. The live music was the perfect volume so we could enjoy it but also talk to each other. The food was amazing. I had the porcini lobster pasta and it was cooked perfectly and the portion was large. Will definitely be back.

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  39. Carolyn

    Phoenix

    11 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband and I love Marcellino's. The food quality and people are simply the best. We love to treat ourselves to date night with this beautiful family owned business by sitting outside and enjoying a bottle of incredible wine. The pear salad is to die for. Beautiful owners who treat everyone like a VIP. Our favorite place to eat as Scottsdale locals.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    It was an amazing experience. Thanks to Clive Cussler for mentioning it in his book Pirate. I absolutely wanted to go when I heard him describe it. Can’t wait to go again.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
  • Physical distancing

    • Limited number of seated diners
    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

Marcellino Ristorante offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 990-9500.

Marcellino Ristorante is rated 4.7 stars by 1928 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 13 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Marcellino Ristorante

7114 East Stetson Drive, Scottsdale, AZ 85251

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Camelback Road/Scottsdale Road
  • Neighborhood
    Old Town Scottsdale
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Thu 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Cuisines
    Italian, European, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    GARAGE Free, public parking directly beneath us. Enter on West side of Stetson Drive, between 5th &amp; 6th Avenues. Marcellino is most easily accessed by the circular stairway or elevator/stairwell just directly adjacent. VALET Stetson Dr just North of 6th Ave, or corner of 6th Ave &amp; Stetson near the Clock Tower
  • Public transit
    Downtown Scottsdale's free, public 'Olley the Trolley' -- running every 10 minutes from Scottsdale Fashion Square and numerous stops throughout Old Town. http://www.dunntransportation.com/dunntransit.htmlHospitality Trolley: Between several nearby resorts and the downtown area, runs January-March only.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Marcellino Verzino
  • Entertainment
    THURSDAYSLive Jazz 6 - 9 pm SATURDAYSBig Band, Swing, R&B & more 7 - 10 pm
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (480) 990-9500
  • Catering
    Dream of celebrating your Wedding, a special Anniversary, or milestone Birthday in Italy? Taking 50 or 100 of your closest family & friends to the Italian countryside may be a fantasy, but having Chef Marcellino bring authentic Italian cuisine to your location is entirely possible. Have a festa all'italiana right here in Arizona, no passports required.
  • Private party facilities
    Whether celebrating special occasions with family and friends or hosting a corporate outing, Marcellino Ristorante can accommodate all your special event needs with an unforgettable experience.
  • Private party contact
    Bettina: (480) 990-9500
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