Diners' Choice: Italian restaurants in Scottsdale

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Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best overall Italian cuisine in Scottsdale? You’re in the right place. Each month OpenTable analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews. We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

La Torretta Ristorante - 100th St

4.9

4.9 (456)

$31 to $50

Italian

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

We're back! After 20 years at our first location on Scottsdale and FLW we are pleased to announce our opening at our newest location in Centennial Marketplace( NW corner of FLW and 100th St) This much smaller footprint has us operating 9 tables and a full bar in a cozy and more modern environment!

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LindaVIP

Dined on Jun 26, 2025

Neighborhood gem like none other. Charming ambience, fit for foodies and hospitality at its finest. Darius is the consummate host. Most recently he made our wedding anniversary dinner extra memorable by sending over this dessert. The candles added the extra special touch that this restaurant is known for. In love with this restaurant!

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Brugos Italian Bistro

4.8

4.8 (401)

$30 and under

Italian

Cave Creek

About the restaurant

Welcome to our award winning pizza and Italian bistro! Brugos was lovingly built to give that cozy, Italian bistro feel. Family owned for 18 years, we are kin to many famous restaurants in San Francisco and Milwaukee and it's those same true Italian family recipes you will find here! Everything is made to order fresh, from scratch, locally sourced when possible. In addition, we offer ecletic, trendy fare that is not so traditional! Dine in our beautiful restaurant and choose from one of gorgeous booths or sit outside on our open air patio with the bar door open so you can hear our beautiful music coming from within. We are in the heart of downtown Cave Creek in glorious Stagecoach Village, easy parking too. Voted Best Pizza a few times over you won't want to miss those or the family lasagnas, marsala, or picattas! Take n Bake pizza or To Go for home too! We are small, family owned and not pretentious and want you to feel like you are coming over to the house for dinner! Ciao!

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BarbaraVIP

Dined 2 days ago

Always great food. Friendly atmosphere ! Strongly recommend this restaurant !

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Experience

Wednesday Wine Night All wines bottle and glass of

Giordano's Trattoria Romana Italian Restaurante

4.8

4.8 (459)

$30 and under

Italian

Carefree

About the restaurant

Giordano’s Trattoria Romana Ristorante that is a family owned Italian gem that has served Carefree for over 25 years. Every night brings not only great menu options but also a dish crafted as a special for the night. So, even if you have managed to work your way through the extensive menu, you’ll always have something new and exciting to try at Giordano’s Trattoria Romana. What is touted as a best kept secret is not really very secret considering that reservations are highly recommended due to the popularity of Giordano’s Trattoria Romana. Perhaps that is because of the eggplant rolletini or the saltimbocca, both popular favorites. Then again, it might be the fettuccine alfredo or cannelloni Florentine. You may find another favorite you want to have every time you go, but it is a sure bet that the evening will end with the homemade tiramisu or the traditional cannoli.

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PaulVIP

Dined 2 days ago

This restaurant is the definition of a local eatery. Small, comfortable, nice ambiance, nice wine list. The best part though is the food. I’ve had pasta Fagioli soup at dozens of Italian restaurants over the years and the Fagioli here is the best I’ve ever had . All my entrees have been delicious . I make it a point to this to this restaurant whenever I’m in town ( I live in the Chicago suburbs) . If I lived in the Carefree area this would be a 2-4 time a months stop

Tutti Santi Greenway Location - Scottsdale

4.8

4.8 (3736)

$31 to $50

Italian

Scottsdale Quarter/Kierland Commons

About the restaurant

CHEF NINA VINCENT’S style of cuisine and consummately renowned sauces’ are of such unique flavor, that it has been said, “food turns holy in Nina’s hands". This incomparable talent stems from the loving practice of long experience and great joy for life! Our food and fame have gained a wide recognition all over the USA and even abroad. For 20 years, Tutti Santi has set the standard for Neighborhood Italian Fine Dining, combining exceptional food with world-class service and ambiance, which is not only inviting and comfortable, but allows our guests to bask in an environment reflective of Italian style and culture.

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AnthonyVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Food was absolutely delicious. Our server (Spencer) was great and cannot wait to return for another meal.

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4.8

4.8 (1946)

$31 to $50

Italian

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Casa Mia is the authentic Italian Cuisine experience. Our family moved to the U.S. in 1993 from Sorrento, Italy (a province of Naples).
We came straight to Scottsdale so none of our palates were altered from the flavors they were familiar with. Casa Mia means "my home", and just like at home our food is made to meet our standards of taste. All of our ingredients are of the finest quality, from home made pastas, organic produce, and now organic grass fed beef.
Our wine list features only Italian wines, and is always a work in progress as we are always searching for new surprising flavors!

Check out our pizzeria CM2 located next door to our Casa Mia location.

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Mark

Dined 6 days ago

Nice menu, tasty and well plated. A bit pricey for most Italian.

The Italian Daughter

4.8

4.8 (3680)

$30 and under

Italian

North Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Daughter of iconic chef Tomaso Maggiore, Melissa Maggiore showcases her own spin on her family's classic Italian dishes. A scratch menu with a focus on handcrafted pasta, stone fired pizzas, seafood, veal dishes, and more. With Live Music in the lounge nightly combined with Italian craft cocktails, this neighborhood gem is the place to be. Our signature boards are perfect for over-the-top, family-style dining. Whether date night, girls night, business lunch or family night, The Italian Daughter has something for everyone.

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James

Dined 1 day ago

What a great place to have a delicious Italian meal. We were greeted graciously when we arrived. The staff made sure we were comfortable, and allowed us to eat at the leisurely pace we requested. Food was great and our server was superb! He is a real pro! The Pasta Carbonara was excellent and finished off at the table by our server. The Chicken Marsala was also excellent. And the Rose was tasty, refreshing, and reasonable. Look forward to our next meal at The Italian Daughter!

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Italian Chopped Salad

DiMaggio's

4.7

4.7 (202)

$31 to $50

Italian

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

The best New York Style old-school Italian restaurant in Scottsdale is a hidden gem that transports you straight to Italy. Dimly lit with cozy booths, white tablecloths, and vintage Italian decor, it exudes a warm, nostalgic charm. The menu is filled with authentic, time-honored recipes passed down—think homemade pasta, rich sauces, fresh mozzarella cheese, and traditional desserts like tiramisu. The staff treats you like family, providing attentive service with a smile. A well-curated wine list complements the hearty, flavorful dishes, making every meal a true Italian feast in a comforting, unpretentious setting.

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KathyVIP

Dined 1 day ago

This was our first time at DiMaggio's. However, it will not be our last. The food was outstanding!! The restaurant is small and cozy. It gives off that Italian New York vibe. The portions were large. The service was attentive but not overly so. It is a great neighborhood restaurant and we will definitely be going back!

Marcellino Ristorante

4.7

4.7 (2237)

$50 and over

Italian

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

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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ViktorVIP

Dined on Jun 15, 2025

We visit Marcellino's a few times a year. The food and service are always exceptional. Last night was no different. Marcs was a wonderful waiter and the homemade pastas never disappoint.

Fratelli la Bufala

4.7

4.7 (199)

$30 and under

Italian

Central Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Fratelli La Bufala offers an authentic slice of Southern Italy right in the heart of Scottsdale. This neighborhood gem provides a charming outdoor dining experience and is renowned for its traditional Campania products, including luscious buffalo mozzarella, savory buffalo meat, and the classic Neapolitan pizza, all created with the highest quality ingredients. Hailing directly from Italy, Fratelli La Bufala invites you to a genuine Italian feast that's not just a meal but a celebration of rich culinary traditions

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DeborahVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Absolutely delicious! Valerio was a fabulous server!

Tommy V's Urban Kitchen and Bar Scottsdale

4.8

4.8 (2240)

$31 to $50

Italian

Old Town Scottsdale

About the restaurant

Tommy V’s Urban Kitchen and Bar, located in the heart of Downtown Scottsdale, is an excellent place to relax and enjoy fine wine, delicious food, and the company of good friends. Come and enjoy our exciting, upbeat atmosphere and forget your troubles!

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DianeVIP

Dined 4 days ago

This is a great Italian restaurant. The eggplant torte is amazing. Service is always excellent, catering to each diner's needs. Love it!

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Popular dish

Fried Calamari

Experience

Banfi from Toscana Wine Dinner

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