Experience AZ is a bi-annual guide to the best places to eat, play, stay and visit when living in Arizona or traveling to Arizona. Here are 10 Italian restaurants to try, as featured in Experience AZ.
Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar
Things to know: Marino’s Italian Kitchen and Bar blends traditional Italian comfort with modern flair, offering a cozy yet stylish atmosphere. Marino’s use fresh, local ingredients to bring you nostalgic dishes like spaghetti and homemade meatballs to something more creative such as Marino’s short rib pizzette. Marino’s craft cocktails add a unique twist, harmonizing Italian flavors with creativity. With Marino’s warm hospitality, every guest is treated like family.
Don’t miss: Marino’ dog-friendly patio features 73 seats including cushioned banquettes and spots at Marino’ outdoor bar. With cooling misters in the summer and heaters in the winter, the wrap-around patio is a staple at Marino’s all year round. Don’t forget Happy Hour at Marino’ Monday-Friday from 3-6 p.m.
Learn more: marinositaliankitchenandbar.com
Ambrogio15
Ambrogio15 tempts with pastas, Italian-style steaks, seafood, a raw bar serving oysters and crudo and, of course, signature paper-thin pizzas.
Franco’s menu showcases a variety of classic Italian dishes, including Filet Mignon All’Arrabiata, Bistecca Florentina, Chicken Contadina and Pasta Erbe Aromatiche.
Information: ambrogio15az.com
Franco’s Italian Caffe
Franco’s menu showcases a variety of classic Italian dishes, including Filet Mignon All’Arrabiata, Bistecca Florentina, Chicken Contadina and Pasta Erbe Aromatiche.
Information: francosscottsdale.com
Marcellino’s
Many of Chef Marcellino Verzino’s offerings are grown on his personal farm in Arizona or in the herb garden outside the restaurant.
Information: marcellinoristorante.com
North Italia
North Italia — with locations in Arcadia, Scottsdale and Tucson — is a modern, trendy take on a traditional Italian restaurant.
Information: northitalia.com
Rosso Italian
Rosso Italian is a concept from Pomo Restaurant Group, specializing in premium Italian cuisine with a modern twist.
Information: rossoitalian.com
SFIZIO Modern Italian Kitchen
Pronounced (svee-tsio), Sfizio Modern Italian Kitchen is a truly authentic scratch-kitchen.
Information: sfizioitaliano.com
The Italiano
The Italiano exudes an ambiance of casual elegance, blending warmth with sophistication, while offering authentic Italian dishes that transport you to the very heart of culinary tradition in Italy.
Information: theitaliano.com
The Sicilian Butcher
The modern-casual meatball and butchery-inspired concept offers by chef Joey Maggiore offers eight styles of meatballs, fresh pasta and signature Italian dishes.
Information: thesicilianbutcher.com
The Italian Daughter
Melissa Maggiore Meyer brings memories of Italian family dinners to life with The Italian Daughter Cucina + Cocktails in North Scottsdale.
Information: theitaliandaughter.com
About Experience AZ: Experience AZ is a bi-annual guide to the best places to eat, play, stay and visit when traveling to Arizona. To learn more about Experience AZ, contact David Harken, director of sales.
