I don't recommend Franco's Italian Caffe. The scallop pasta was lackluster - overly sweet and otherwise completely unremarkable. What happened here? The server was unfriendly and stuffy, and the atmosphere felt much the same. He also took away our garlic bread without asking. I guess they're used to people around here being above leftovers? Pasta options in Phoenix may be sparse, but you can do better than this. read more

Finally was able to make a reservation! Dave answered the phone! Our server Dino terrific, food fresh & delicious. read more

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For somewhere around 30 years I have been enjoying Franco's in his various locations. Never a disappointment. Now living on the east coast, Franco's is a must stop for every trip to Scottsdale. read more

How does this place have such a high rating? Staff was great which is only reason this isn't a 1. Food was bland and flavorless and SO expensive. $200 to split a salad, have 1 pasta and one main and 3 drinks?? Never going back. read more

Old school Italian restaurant w excellent food & outstanding service. Far overlooked restaurant right in the hub of Scottsdale. Incredible service by our waiter, steak, pasta, appetizers super fresh & the cheesecake was an awesome treat to finish the meal, absolutely memorable. Don't miss out on this place. read more

The service was impeccable. This is a great Italian restaurant with romantic setting. The bread!??!, awesome. The portions are perfect, not too big like other locations. Highly recommend. read more

Food is Delicious Service is outstanding Ambiance is perfect It is the best Italian food in Scottsdale. I love going there because it is a perfect size restaurant. I don't live in Arizona but Franco's is the first restaurant we go to when we are there. read more

Excellent food and excellent service. Great selection in a comfortable white table cloth experience

Nice small restaurant with delicious food. I got duck ravioli (special of that day). Ravioli is perfectly cooked and the duck is juicy delicious. My husband got seafood squid ink pasta (another special of that day). The seafood is fresh and the pasta is tasty. Food portion is good. We did not have leftovers and we don't have room for desserts. We called to make a reservation. We went in on Black Friday as soon as they were opened so they were not packed. read more

10/10 food and service! Atmosphere makes it feel like you're in NYC at an old Italian restaurant. My groups server was phenomenal. My pasta dish was to die for, never had anything like it in my life. Amazing experience and classy food. A spot to hit in Scottsdale for true Italian food. read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - Pasta Erbe Aromatiche - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

This restaurant is on of the best Italian places I have been to in a long time. My friend invited my wife and I as guests and he was running late so our server Anthony took care of us while waiting. The atmosphere is fantastic and the food was awesome. My wife had the sea bass and said it was the best she has ever had. I had the frutti de mari and it was off the hook. You have to check this place out if you're in Arizona. read more

First time here for our friend's bday and had such a great time . Our server was Irish - I didn't get is name- and was fun and efficient! He knows his job! The food was amazing and ambience was old Italy! Thank you read more

Food is excellent as always. The meat sauce . A great Cesar salad . The staff delivers classic quality service. read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - Fettuccine with Meat Sauce - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

A really delicious Italian dinner. As many other reviewers have mentioned it is very authentic and the service is fantastic. Our waiter Anthony did a fabulous job and was extremely attentive. They also have a very large menu and they had at least half a dozen specials, which I always love and usually order. Parking can be quite tricky so the best option will be valet for $11. Inside is small, although it is very cozy and can easily host multiple large groups as we saw two different tables with at least a dozen people at both tables. The only issue we had was our entrées came out extremely slowly, about 45 minutes after our entrées came out, so there must've been a back up in the kitchen. However, the food was delicious when it finally came out. I chose the Arugula and Beet Salad to start, and it was very good. I wish there would have been more beets and more goat cheese, but the flavors were very nice. I wouldn't really recommend it though, because there were only a few beets at the bottom of the salad. For my entrée I chose one of the specials for the evening: the Osso Bucco. It was honestly very good and a very large sized portion. I left the restaurant feeling very full and happy. Overall a great and casual Italian dinner in the heart of Scottsdale. I would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a delicious Italian meal and especially if you're looking for a place that is more casual than some of the other options close by. I plan to be back next time I am visiting town. read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - Beet Arugula Salad - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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I take every out of town guest here. Ambiance is always warm and quiet. Staff is super nice and attentive. Dave does a great job as manager. The food is amazing. Everything is good on the menu. Favorites are the pasta erbe, the veal scallopini, any of the lamb dishes and the fruta Del Mar. Best tiramisu I've EVER had. I compare all other tiramisus to this one. read more

So excited to finally try this place! You're able to make reservations over the phone and I definitely recommend doing so. They have valet or you can doing street parking. The ambiance is cozy and traditional with friendly service. They start you off with bread, meat and cheeses. Their wine list is pretty extensive along with their daily specials! We tried the appetizer special, the mussels - they were very fresh! I loved the sauce that they were it, it was a spicy, garlic, red sauce. For entrees, we had the off the menu special (rigatoni with sausage in a white sauce) and the fettuccine tartufo. We enjoyed both entrees - we could tell the pasta was hand made and both of the sauces were light and not to heavy. The fettuccine tartufo is VERY heavy on the truffle so if you don't like truffle, avoid. I love truffle and I thought it was so yummy. For dessert, we had the tiramisu and espresso with biscotti. They brought us complimentary limoncello after dessert! Would recommend for a date night or a small get together with friends! Will absolutely go back to try more entrees. read more

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Excellent food and service. Never had a less than perfect meal. Valet parking is a plus also!

The food is sensation. The service is very attentive. The decor of the place is old, but you can't have everything. Prices are a little bit high. Get what you pay for. read more

I treated myself to a day of guilt-free self-love since I had zero humans to report to by nightfall. I wrapped up the evening at Franco's Italian Caffe, which reminded me of Boston's Italian district - I hope that's a compliment! The vibe was straight out of a Nonna's living room, with families bonding over pasta. Then, things took a turn for the amazing: a nearby family (Gregory's) footed my bill upon discovering it was my birthday, and another crew bought me a limoncello shot and became instant BFFs. I walked in feeling meh, but left feeling like royalty - thanks, kind strangers and wa read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - First bites... - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Best Italian food in AZ. Also our server Anthony was amazing. Prosciutto and melon was the best Ive had in America. Just as good when I was in Sicily. The veal was tender and marsala sauce was perfect. The angel hair bolognese was also the best Ive had. Tiramisu was so good and a perfect ending to the best Italian food Ive had in AZ. read more

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I love the old school feel here. Its a small space and I am sure it gets busy as the service is like nothing I have experienced. You needed nothing, they were there refilling drinks, bread baskets and so on. Very impressive. My husband was blown away by his veal with truffle sauce. My friends husband had the lamb and said "I will come here every time it's a special" I had the raviolis being its an Italian restaurant had to have my "go to" that always help me judge an Italian restaurants. I didn't care for them. When cutting into them they seemed empty. It was basically a pasta shell. I cut through many as it's a great portion of pasta but each one was as empty as the next. My friend also had a pasta dish that everyone loved. I would truly have given this five stars if it wasn't for my lack of love of the raviolis. The service alone is worth the five stars. The staff was top notch. The rest of my party loved their food. read more

You know the meal you dream of because of how delicious it was? This is the place that'll have you dreaming. It's been a few days since we visited and already would love to return. We ordered the clam linguine which was incredible and served just the right amount. The meat sauce ravioli was just as delicious. Cannot say enough of the classic Caesar salad where they use grated anchovies for the light dressing. Incredible food. Highly recommend. 11/10. read more

We have celebrated many special occasions at Franco's including just meeting up with friends. The food is outstanding and the service is top notch. Highly recommend celebrating a special occasion here. You will not be disappointed. read more

Had dinner here while in Scottsdale. It's a small, cozy place right on the main road. Looks unassuming and we were surprised every table- but 1- was booked or taken! I was thrilled- meant it was a good spot! We sat in the outer area and it was lovely. The server was delightful and had an extensive knowledge of the place and the menu. Dinner was great! We shared a pasta and I'm so glad as it was very good and a very generous portion! The salad was great and we shared the house specialty dessert! What a wonderful meal for sure! We will definitely back- try it if you're in the area. read more

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Went to Franco's for dinner on Saturday with my wife and two friends. Wonderful experience. I was very impressed when the reservationist was able to seat us on Saturday considering the Barriot Jackson car show. She is awesome Our dinner was delicious, the appetizers, main dishes were great!! Fruiti de mare, prosciutto stuffed tortellini and lamb shank. Thank you to Franco's staff Was asking for Mr Franco to say thank you, but he was not in that evening read more

I really love Franco's, it's a smaller restaurant with a cozy neighborhood ambiance, and the bar is right in the dining room. We used the valet parking because Franco's is on a busy street. The service was excellent. My wife ordered a very tender lamb roast special which tasted wonderful. I ordered a fish dish, not remembering exactly what it was as we ate there several weeks ago, but it was good. They brought us limoncelo. We really had a nice time, the vibe was happy as so many were drinking wine and talking. read more

Anthony was an attentive and knowledgeable server and the food was excellent. We were celebrating our anniversary and we thoroughly enjoyed all of the food we ordered as well as the wine suggested by our server. Highly recommend Franco's! read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - An assortment of desserts for our anniversary. - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Best restaurant in the valley. From the moment you walk through the front door. Excellent service, servers have so been there for years. Food quality is great and portions do not disappoint. Great for celebrating special occasions. I've never left disappointed. read more

I've been on the hunt for a good Italian Spot in Phoenix/Scotsdale and a friend recommended this spot. Francos is in the heart of Old Town Scottsdale and is a hidden gem. This restaurant is small and intimate and perfect for a date night. The staff was friendly and prompt with their service. The menu is not overwhelming and they have some incredible weekly specials showcasing a variety of fun seafood options. I ordered the Fettuccine Tartufo (truffle-based sauce) which was lovely. The portions are generous here as well. Their dessert options are top tier with the Taramisu taking the cake. Francos did not disappoint and I plan to return soon. read more

Franco's has been in town for a while but for some reason we have never tried it. Went to the Monet Exhibit at the Lighthouse next door and booked a table for 2 at 7:30. Of course we were done by 5:30. Decided to chance it and see if they could fit us in. They were extremely friendly and the gentleman that greeted us found us a quiet table. The wine menu was a journey in itself however we are not wine drinkers really and grabbed a moscato. The waiter was really friendly and explained the specials and had suggestions from the menu. I had the Pasta Erbe Aromathique and my wife had the gnocchi. Both were excellent (and also excellent the next day for lunch). However, the real winner were the desserts. Do yourself a favor and get the Merenghata. You are welcome. Will definitely be going back! read more

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A charming very authentic Italian Restaurant in the heart of Old Scottsdale. Typical generous with the waiter placing bread and salami with cheese to start complimentary! Dishes are generous and plentiful. Prices are reasonable. A very cozy charming atmosphere -great for families as well as date night! Drinks are great! read more

The service and food is consistently good. I have been several times and it is always on top of my list

Amazing service, authentic food (closest I've had to being as good as back in the east coast). Worth every penny.

Classic old style Italian restaurant with great food and service. I would go there every time I visit Scottsdale.

Fantastic meal and service. Highly recommended Food selection and wine choices are first class. read more

We just wanted some comfort food Picatta last night, and decided that for only a few dollars more than reliable, healthy Picazzo's, we should return to Franco's for a little more special handling. Ridiculous choice. From your entry, Franco is a gracious hands-on host, and you know he cares about every detail. Every item was on point, starting with the complimentary taster of Salumi. Our waiter, Anthony, was excellent (and makes a wonderful martini by the way), and steered us to choices that matched my uneasy stomach (just recovered from Bronchitis), and food allergies, and made some great suggestions. The Caprese featured beautiful tomatoes, home made burrata and subtle seasonings rather than drowning it in balsamic, so the flavors were able to shine. We wanted to share a pasta course, but love spice. Anthony suggested their vodka sauce that the chef had been playing with roasted habanero peppers for the staff, and the freshly made Pappardelle...who knew!...my bastion of traditional cooking knocked it out of the park with a modern Italian dish. Lots of heat in the back end, but not overwhelming, and delightfully complex flavors with beautifully cooked pasta. One of my favorite dishes of 2022. Dave saw us when we came in and let me know that he still had a bottle of Rusack Syrah that I had loved TWO years before! These people are pro's...I didn't even remember which of the many wines on their list that I had enjoyed previously, was my favorite...and it's an amazing choice to balance everything we sampled. And, although they can do chicken or veal picatta, they had beautiful Halibut on special that Anthony said could be served our way. A large, gorgeous piece came surrounded by picatta sauce, with crisp potato slices and braised spinach. It was ridiculously delicious and so much more flavorful than what my mind had lusted after just hours before. We left full, but not groaning, and gushing about what a great dinner it had been, and a great choice. Don't forget Franco's for old school charm, manner, and care, along with precisely cooked classics and innovative twists (if you ask) ! read more

Franco's Italian Caffe - Rusack Syrah, Santa Barbara County (winery is in Ballard Canyon) - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Great Italian food with a very traditional Italian restaurant ambiance... at least like the ones I'm a costumed to in the Northeast... it is in old town Scottsdale near all the cool bars full of young people but the restaurant caters to the more matured crowd....the muscles in a fry diablo sauce are awesome and the traditional veal Milanese is excellent. The fish is also good and served clean and simple with steamed vegetables. Oh, and great home-made tiramisu too! read more

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OK, been to a lot of Italian from Italy to the east coast Boston, New York, Baltimore, San Francisco, and now Phoenix. Franco's Italian Caffe is absolutely amazing. A little understated on the outside but walk inside the door and you are greeted right away by one of the best maître d's you'll find. Super personable great guy sit you down like you're something special. Before you can even put your napkin on your lap the waiters there with bruschetta salami and cheese then he will give you a rundown of some of the best Italian food you can have and oh they'll basically make anything you want. My wife ordered the beet salad with chicken done perfectly but they asked her if she was really hungry what she would really like. And guess what they brought her a little bit of that just to taste and it was magnificent off the charts. I can't remember exactly how to say it, but it had something to do with choking the leaks. So good I had the risotto with shrimp and asparagus and once again it was off the hook now the kicker is they have a very special lemon cello. And a great wine list. The food was so good. We didn't have room for dessert, but he told me about it and it is a must have. Five out of five stars service is amazing people in their amazing. I'll be back as soon as possible read more

Searching for an authentic Italian restaurant? Look no further! A sophisticated atmosphere that is both intimate and classy. Franco's Italian Caffe has it all! The food here is always freshly prepared with the highest quality ingredients, served by professional waiters who are friendly, attentive and knowledgeable about the menu!! We had the pleasure of being served by Derrick, who was brilliant at describing each of the "evening's specials ", made recommendations and was simply a bonus to our dining experience! The menu has a variety of classic dishes as well as "daily specials ", all reasonably priced considering the quality of the food you're eating. The bar is small, but we'll stocked and the bartender is very skilled at making a variety of cocktails. Reservations are strongly suggested! You will think that you just finished a meal in Italy! Truly a special experience! read more

Good solid old school Italian restaurant. Lots of fresh fish selections. Knowledgeable staff. Daily specials.