Top Best Italian Restaurants in Phoenix

"Native Florentine and longtime Valley restaurateur Franco Fazzuoli brings fresh, upscale Italian flavors to Scottsdale at Franco's Italian Caffe. The restaurant, located in downtown Scottsdale, offers Florentine Italian dishes like Filet Mignon All'Arrabiata, Bistecca Fiorentina and Spaghetti Salsa Cruda. There are also specialty salads, including a lovely Beet Arugula salad that comes with goat cheese."

"It’ll be mean to name the first five best Italian restaurants in Scottsdale, Arizona without a mention of Franco’s Italian Caffe. This is where variety meets serenity, and serenity meets beauty. Franco Fazzuoli’s history is as deep, enriching, and memorable as his menu and impressive wine list."

"Owner and chef Giovanni Scorzo and his team deliver hand-crafted Italian dishes at this charming Italian grocery and cafe in Scottsdale. Scorzo and team make all the bread and pastries in-house, including the house tiramisu, cannoli, and even hand-made chocolates. Daily specials include Italian specialties like rosticianna (grilled pork ribs), pasta e fave (pasta and fava bean soup), bistecca alla Fiorentina (Florentine-style T-bone steak), and other homemade specialties."

"If you’re seeking the purest form of traditional Italian fare, Andreoli is your best and most colorful option. Giovanni Scorzo is curmudgeon-in-chief of the Valley’s Italian dining scene — an uncompromising ideologue with tremendous talent, deep knowledge and no patience for those who cut corners. Fortunately, he’s also a softie at heart who has turned his Scottsdale deli and market into a casual and convivial gathering place."

"Pizzeria Bianco serves the best pizza in Arizona and arguably the best pizza in America, according to The New York Times. The wood-fired pies credited with starting the artisanal pizza movement come topped with fresh, simple ingredients like housemade mozzarella, freshly-picked basil, and uncooked tomato sauce while rosemary, pistachios, and roasted mushrooms are available for more inventive creations. The original downtown location usually has a minimum 45-minute wait, though you can also sample the pies at the Town & Country location."

"What is it: This long-running pizzeria is the downtown destination for addictive Italian. Made extra cozy by the combo of a dimly-lit room and a blazing wood-fired oven, it's suitably snug enough for a date. The signature pies can be spiced up with a wide range of toppings, from house smoked mozzarella to locally sourced pistachios."

"Bianco’s features a wood burning oven and homemade mozzarella cheese used in pizzas primarily fashioned by the owner himself. Open for lunch and dinnerDress code: Dress JeansPhone: +1 602-258-8300"

"Here we are, three years after I gave Tratto the only five-star review of my tenure, and far as I’m concerned it’s still the perfect restaurant. I was ready to jump out a tenth story window when I heard Anthony Andiario was skipping town but Chris Bianco has a nose for young talent, and to my delight it turns out that Cassie Shortino is a bonafide rock star. Bianco’s vision of a localized, Arizona-flecked vessel to convey the soul of Italian cuisine remains fully realized, some of the city’s best food in one of its most humbly elegant environments."

"Founded by the same guy as Pizzeria Bianco, Tratto is a pasta-focused restaurant right next to Bianco’s location in the Town & Country Center. Tratto is best when you share a few things from their regularly-changing menu that has included dishes like cavatelli with duck and prosciutto ragu. There’s an off-menu cacio e pepe that’s phenomenal here too."

"While it might not be the same as your usual Monday wine night out -- you can bring Postino’s legendary bruschetta board home. We’d check out the “Date Night-In” package for you and your quarantine partner, which includes the bruschetta board, a snack and a salad. Additionally, the restaurant’s hospitality group, Upward Projects, is raising money alongside Fox Restaurant Concepts to donate tips to furloughed employees."

"Postino’s is actually one of the best places to eat brunch in Phoenix. The spot has always been a valley favorite, but what really sealed the deal for them was their recent brunch addition. Their brunch menu is quite limited to serving you the best, and one of the best things you can order is the Ciabatta French Toast."

"Popular dishes include the bruschetta, NY grilled cheese, and Tuscan Tuna Panini. The décor of Postino Central is modern and the atmosphere is ideal for those looking for a romantic dining experience. Postino also offers a wine bar with cheese pairings to match."

"Editor's Note: There's no photo available at the time of writing. This locally owned American Indian coffee shop is known for its delicious coffee and other offerings, including milkshakes, candies, gums, doughnuts, malts, and fountain drinks. It is not quite as large as that of Scottsdale cafes; however, its quality espresso and friendly ambiance make up for its smaller size."

"a nice upscale italian place outside of the busier parts of scottsdale. beautiful dining area, bar and vibey outdoor area. simple and classic dishes made with…”more"

"In case you didn't know, Slices Pizza Joint has reopened as Slices on Mill with new owners, but the same East Coast-style pizza. There are also make-your-own calzones, cauliflower crust, and specialties like mac and cheese, loaded potato, and buffalo chicken pizzas. This is ideal for anyone popping around Mill Avenue look for a mid-day carbo load."

"The décor at this retro breakfast restaurant is inspired by the fifties. However, their creative menu is inspired by a number of different flavors, as can be seen with their “Basil Melt” or even their jalapeño cheddar biscuits smothered in gravy. View this post on Instagram"

"So, there’s a place where dreams come true and lemon-ricotta pancakes topped with fresh berries are served near you. It’s called Over Easy, and you can even order takeout to get these delectable stacks to go. View this post on Instagram"

"Step out of the streets of the city and into the mountainous, rustic charm of this coffee shop and cafe that serves up tasty breakfast, sandwiches and pastries in addition to their coffee. 6525 W Happy Valley Rd, Glendale 85301 (623) 566-0118"

"But thankfully, you don't have to be a seasoned athlete to enjoy this public sport field complex. The 71-acre facility offers state of the art amenities to the public, all designed to offer tournament level playing conditions. Scottsdale Sports Complex attracts both national and regional tournament play and offers the public a quality facility for training and competition."

"Enjoy boat and bike rentals, two large corporate picnic areas, playgrounds, 15 ramadas, urban fishing and seasonal movies in the park."

"At 2,104 feet and 2,149 feet in elevation, respectively, North Mountain and Shaw Butte are landmark Phoenix peaks in their own right. This area offers summit climbs and an array of trails of all levels of difficulty. Additionally, the North Mountain Visitor Center gives guests an up-close and personal tour of the Phoenix Mountain Preserve and the plants and animals that make up the area surrounding the center."

"Next on the list of the Phoenix National Parks is the North Mountain Park. This is majorly popular amidst the locals because of its steep and adventurous trails. If you have been on the lookout for a national park around Phoenix to work those thighs and glutes, the North Mountain Park is definitely an amazing option to look into."

"Consider adding an IMAX or Planetarium show to your visit. This museum is fun for families with older children and teens, as well as young children."

"A cultural staple of the Greater Phoenix area, the Phoenix Art Museum boasts a collection dedicated to the variety of mediums, themes, styles, and dimensions that represent contemporary Phoenix. Photography, fashion, painting, balloons — you’d be more surprised by what you don’t find here than by what you do!. Kids will love the Make It!"