Located on bottom level of Caesars Republic Hilton Hotel by Scottsdale Fashion Square. Good ambiance. Very busy while we there but our service was outstanding. I had a meal that was not on the menu. It was a chef's special. It had a 6 ounce filet with two Scallops and a cheese ravioli, all on top of a serving of Yukon mashed potatoes. Steak was perfect as were the scallops. The ravioli was good and the mashed potatoes were a very small but good portion. Our server had me try an Italian Red wine blend from Sicily that I wish I would have gotten the name of. It paired perfectly with everything I ate. It was a little on the expensive side but I have never minded paying good money for good food. Wife and I shared an appetizer that was ok. It sounded really good. It was bacon wrapped dates with spicy sausage inside. For me, the sweet way over powered the rest of the ingredients. I love all three of those items but for me all I tasted was sweet. Our server was awesome, always on point and made outstanding recommendations. It was also my wife's birthday and they gave her a wonderful birthday cake that she said was very very good. Great experience for us and also loved that it was in the hotel we were staying in. read more

Had a fantastic dinner last night at Luna! our server was Brandi! She was so personable, knowledgeable about the food and especially the wine ! I'll definitely go back but only if we get the fantastic service provided by Brandi! read more

Service was initially slow. We waited 10 minutes before we saw someone to take a drink order. We waited a while for our wine. After that, service was better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It was not busy- only 5-6 tables had guests.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We ordered an appetizer.- tuna crudo. It was good but not great. We took the servers suggestion and ordered the lemon pasta. It was heavy and needed brightness and freshness. We also had the mezzi rigatoni. By far the dish we disliked the most. It left an after taste which was very unpleasant. To me it had a dirt taste. Dessert- the beignet like desert stuffed with hazelnut was good and the accompanying caramel sauce was divine. read more

This place was some of the best Italian I have ever had! Our server was amazing she was so attentive and made sure that my meal was as dairy free as possible. She was one of the best servers I have ever had and I believe her name is Amanda? Everything was jammed pack full of flavor. I had the rigatoni pasta and the citrus Caesar salad. The hint of citrus in their food was the perfect balance of acid and tang. The Caesar salad was the best at this balance. For my pasta I ordered scallops and they were so tender and cooked perfectly and went great with the rigatoni. The restaurant was a bit loud so hard to have conversations across our large table. However the decor and design of the restaurant was very modern and pretty. Needless to say we rolled out of there as we were so full. I can't wait to go back and try more dishes! read more

Luna By Giada - Chicken piccata - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Hands down, so impressed. This restaurant was better than I could've imagined. I HIGHLY recommend doing family style and just sharing a bunch of appetizers as well as entrees with your fam. The food is heavenly and you just wouldn't expect such interesting pairings, but they work. What we tried & loved: Brussel sprouts, focaccia, branzino, lemon spaghetti, chicken piccata, and gelato! Service was amazing. We made reservations ahead of time because this was a surprise for my mum's birthday. I really enjoyed how classy all of the staff would treat us and how nice the inside of the restaurant was. I only wish I came during a time that Giada was actually visiting (lol)! read more

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If I could describe this place with one word, it would be: exceptional. The hostess was super sweet and welcoming. When we sat down, the waitress was on top of every single thing. She gave us the best recommendations and I am glad we trusted her. The filet was probably one of the best I've ever had. It was cooked to perfection and flavor was AMAZING! We also tried the lemon pasta and it was better than what I expected. The sauce was one I have never tried before. It was super creamy and didn't have an over powering taste of lemon. The last thing we tried was the soufflé. This was made perfectly airy (not many restaurants can nail this dessert but of course they did here!) The staff is one of the best, the actual restaurant is nicely designed and the food was 10/10. read more

Food was good, but not worth the price. We ordered extra shrimp but didnt expect it to be $10/shrimp! It should have been mentioned when the waitress offered extra... i didnt think it was going to be almost the same price as the meal. read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Famous Lemon Spaghetti was a big failure. It looked fancy, but had no lemon flavor at all. It was Spaghetti fettuccine basically for $39. No bread given and the two shrimp were rubbery and overcooked. Pepper shaker though was very nice touch. read more

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Came here for a friend's birthday dinner and was pleasantly surprised at the meal! I love lemon so I loved the lemon notes all throughout the menu. Their lemon butter for the focaccia was amazing! I also thought the lemon shrimp pasta was delicious and a good, light dish. This is a good option for a special occasion! read more

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The staff was great! The pasta is house made. The foccacia bread was delicious. The steak with the little quail egg on top was lovely. The side lemon potatoes was my favorite savory bite. The chocolate almond cake was decadent, and the lemon cookie was a table favorite. Be sure to have a coffee after the meal! It was an incredible experience. read more

After dinner my friend and I swung over here for a birthday dessert. Not knowing what we were walking into, sat at the bar and got a menu. Friend got a glass of wine and we picked two things- the tiramisu and the limoncello Soufflé. I'd eat 1,000 of those soufflés if I could. It was incredible. Literally made my night. Don't get me wrong, the tiramisu was delicious too, but the soufflé stole the show. The bar was pleasant to sit at, I think there was one other guy there, the dining room to the back of us looked packed. But the bartender.. he was coming off as arrogant. I'm not sure why, thought he was cool at first but nope, both my friend and I noticed his attitude. When asked if they had a mocktail list he laughed at me and said No. Honestly thought he was joking at first and he just stared and then walked away. Ok, not a big deal, I'll just have a water. Minus him, great time here. read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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I'm over the luna for Luna. I'm not really a Giada fan, but I am a fan of so good Italian eats. The four of us came to Luna and had a pizza and booze night. The ladies chose to have a beer while I shared a bottle of Duckhorn with my bro. We also got a couple of salads on the side for balance and ended the meal with dessert. It was the perfect meal. My favorite bites came from the spicy sausage pizza, the arugula salad, and the limoncello souffle. There wasn't a bad bite, though, so you can't go wrong. Come to Luna. You won't be disappointed. read more

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What happened? Luna went from #1 to I'm not sure if I'll be back. If you never been to Luna, youll love it! The food is a 10 of 10. I normally drive at least monthly for more then an hour for the this dining experience. I also normally rate Luna 10+ for the overall experience. We normally are greeted at the door with Luna knowing our name, the table set with our standard app and drinks from the bar awaiting. Sitting at the chef's table manager normally comes by several times checking on our table, sometimes sitting with us and joining in on our conversation. The staff knew us and by going here monthly we knew them also. The dinner was an experience. However, on this date, it was like we were strangers in our own home. Food was a 10 but a 2 on dining experience. And returning for us is questionable for I can can get great food a lot closer to my home. It appears none of the experience was present. Everything changed. No one would say why? After traveling over an hour, my overall experience was subpar. But if you just want great food, Luna is a good choice. read more

Delicious food and cocktails! Phenomenal service. We got all of our food and drinks in short time. 10/10 would recommend.

I am always weary of chef restaurants...this wasn't an exception. Let me start by saying I was here for a birthday dinner for a friend and there was a total of 13 people. The service was excellent in regard to this. Even those who came late still didn't have to wait long for their food and my water glass was constantly being refilled. The atmosphere is really beautiful, and there is plenty a rom around the tables which was appreciated. Now the food, the real reason we come. The stuffed dates are to die for and 100% would come here just to get an order of those. The lemon pasta, the signature dish....honestly I was super disappointed I was expecting lemon flavor. There was barely a whisper of lemon, and $20 for two extra shrimp to be added made me wanna drop kick someone. $20?! That is just absurd. The cocktail message in a bottle, it was a solid drink for $21. Overall, just felt kinda eh about this place. Maybe better environment for a few cocktail and appetizers or a pizza. But it's gonna be a high bill. read more

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I have never had lobster so light, soft and airy and the gluten free pasta was, dare I say, perfect. I will absolutely be back for more! read more

Luna By Giada - Maine lobster and gluten free pasta - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

I've been wanting to come here ever since I heard Giada was opening a restaurant in Scottsdale a year ago. Visiting company from out of town gave me the perfect opportunity to come try for my birthday. Our hostess gave us a brief introduction while showing us to our table. She walked us by the pizza oven which Giada calls a Ferrari because it cooks the pizza in 90 seconds. She sat us in the Jay room which is named after Giadas daughter. Beautiful atmosphere with lots of natural light and pretty table settings. I knew I wanted to try the lemon pizza. Our waitress recommended adding a prosciutto and while good it cost an extra $16 in addition to the $28 for the lemon pizza. I was amazed at the pop of lemon flavor and how well it paired with cheese of the pizza. It was recommended to get the pizza well done but this did result in the pizza crust being a little charred. I would just get the pizza cooked as is next time. Our waitress recommended the Branzino fish for our entree which we also split. Our waitress compared it to a Thanksgiving meal and while it didn't remind me of this I did enjoy the fresh fish with bursts of pomegranate seeds and other accompanying flavors. I tried one bite with skin like our waitress suggested and it was all right but I still preferred it with the skin removed. I paired my food with a mixed white wine that our waitress suggested, Greco Di Tufo which I enjoyed. They aren't currently serving the lemon soufflé so I skipped dessert. Overall it was a very satisfying meal and I look forward to coming back and trying the lemon pasta and lemon soufflé when it is back in season. Giada also has a breakfast/brunch restaurant Pronto located in the same building. read more

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Our last night in Scottsdale. This trip was made special by the experience we had at Luna. Kendall and Kaitlyn made our evenings great memories. Thanks to all the others Nick and Nico. Chefs and staff read more

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It was our last night in AZ and a Saturday. Seeing the reviews went ahead and made reservations. We arrived and were sat somewhat promptly. We were greeted almost immediately with water and beverage options and about two minutes later by someone offering appetizers and bar drinks. We declined and our server arrived about 10 minutes later. She took our order and our food took a little longer than normal due to there being a lot of prom groups for the evening. My friend ordered the meatballs which were delicious! I truly have not tasted a better meatball and my aunt by marriage is Italian so I have had authentic homemade... these were 10/10. My daughter ordered the lemon pizza which was also really good. She enjoyed. I ordered the filet mignon. It was excellent both by taste and tenderness. The sides are al a cart should you choose to order one although my filet was served on a bed of potato. The chocolate "cake" was just okay, I would not order again. My friend and her daughter who consider themselves tiramisu connoisseurs raved about this tiramisu. The manager was very visible and stopped by our table two times. If in the area again, I would most definitely return. read more

Walking in the atmosphere of the place was very nice and lively greeted by kind hosts. The waiter was sweet and helped us decide what to order. We ordered their famous lemon pasta, Margherita pizza, and crab arancini. The crab arancini had a lot more crab meat than I thought there was going to be and the Parmesan cheese really balanced it out. Their most unique dish was definitely the lemon pasta as the flavor was a bit too strong for me but the shrimp was very good. Other people in the party really enjoyed the lemon pasta though. The Margherita pizza was one of my favorites as the crust was nice and fluffy. Lastly for dessert the soufflé was nice and light, only complaint is for it to be bigger :). read more

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Moon in Italian is "Luna" therefore it makes perfect sense to be Moonstruck with Luna by Giada! How can one not be mesmerized by amazingly prepared food, terrific service all in a beautiful surrounding. Fly me to the Luna now! Cheesy I know. But wait till you order the fantastic dishes offered with grade "A" top notch ingredients...all prepared in an open kitchen. (please refrain from placing your nose on the glass divider) After trying to cajole and was finally able to drag in Joyce W to try Luna, we have pinky sworn (very solemn in our book) to come back over and over again. I KNEW SHE WOULD LOVE IT! ...thats for joycie to read. Service was like a well orchestrated symphony, ever present, without being obtrusive. Difficult to accomplish. I must make mention here of how impressive manager Kenny G (thats right!) was overlooking the staff Jay (tremendous!) and Damian (cool!) ensuring diners are well taken care of and all is in order. Elegant simplicity accomplished. Here's the skinny on the PHAT (pretty hot and tempting) incredible edibles we ordered: Spoiler Alert! Everything was Magnifico! *Branzino was well prepared, flakey, not overcooked yet with a crusty skin and imo 5*stars *Lemon Spaghetti cooked al dente, firm to the bite, with a fragrant essence of lemon. Plus we ordered extra Jumbo Shrimp. This was a WoW effect on the entire table! *Bistecca alla Florentina Porterhouse is a hefty seasoned porterhouse perfectly charred outside temperature appropriate inside (to your liking) with a sauce to die for! Our visit with Princess Joyce was much more serenely superb! On to the PIZZA'S we enjoyed in order of preference: *Lemon Pizza- GET THIS! What a delight as 3 different cheeses are present. Clearly everyone's favorite in our group! *Sausage Pizza came in a close second place but still outrageously good! "Thatsa Spicy meatball!" is what I always exclaim although Miss Joyce says NO Italian says that jon! *Classic Margherita Pizza- one of the best ever had and I've been to Paris!...Texas :( *Mortadella Bianca- it was ok but not a favorite as other pizza's on the table won the race! Note: Apparently this pizza will be 86'd off the menu. *Citrus Caesars salad- oddly different, wonderfully delicious. *Arugula salad- fried pancetta with "rocket" arugula greens and comes with two blankets of parmigiano cheese that everyone fought over. Next time I want my own blanket! ***DESSERTS NOT TO BE MISSED*** *Limoncello soufflé- wiggles (like my belly) when you move it and maintains its form! You've entered the Twinkle Zone! Blueberry sauce that screams good accompanied by Lemon Biscotti. Use up all the sauce or I'm coming to get your leftover! *Mascarpone Brownie Cheesecake- Al Capone approved! See Photo! Order Ahead! SELLS OUT! Whew I need a drink! Did someone say drink? A Wine List that will rival an "E" Ticket at Disneyland! Plus excellent beers and marvelous cocktails galore that will...well you know. Cheers to all! **Valet Parking available **Self Parking available as well As Always, Thank You For Reading! Enjoy life while staying safe! read more

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Jay is very helpfull with explaining all the menu. Food is very good expecially the lobster . read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

If we have been Yelp friends for while, you would know that one of the things I hate the most in this world is for my arch-nemesis, Jon H., to be right. On top of that, he has been going off, non-stop about how disappointed he was over my man, Bobby Flay's, restaurant. So when I tell ya I came into Luna by Giada, Giada De Laurentiis being Jon's honey-babe, just waiting to hate on this place, you best believe it. I will now sit here and say that I'm not even a fan; I'm an air conditioner! The four of us ordered two beers (Huss Blonde Ale and The Shop Crispy --- Yay to Arizona drafts), a bottle of Duckhorn wine, the Arugula Salad, The Citrus Caesar Salad, all four pizza offerings, Limoncello Souffle, and the Mascarpone Brownie Cheesecake. Arugula Salad (Crispy Pancetta, Candied Lemons & Parmigiano Reggiano): This has pancetta. What else do you need? You can't go wrong with a peppery arugula salad. Citrus Caesar Salad (Citrus Caesar Dressing, Parmigiano Reggiano, Focaccia Croutons & Crispy Capers): Had I been wearing a skirt, this salad would have made it flip. This is the salad that I would order for myself and eat it with a side of fries. Flavorful, cheesy, and oh so good. That subtle brightness of the citrus is oh so pleasing. Signature Margherita (Roasted Campari Tomatoes, Basil & Mozzarella): I judge a pizza place by their margherita. It's a simple and classic combination and if you can do this right, you know the rest will be amazing. This was perfection. The sauce had a pleasant sweetness that you just can't compare. Lemon Pizza (Mozzarella, Garlic Creme Sauce & Caciocavallo Cheese): My favorite of the four pizzas easily. I love a good pucker and this pizza is all about balance. Cheese on cheese on cheese, garlic, cream, lemon... these are all my favorite things on a perfectly charred crust. My mouth has turned into a waterfall just typing this out. Mortadella Bianca (Parmigiano Reggiano, Shaved Mortadella & Pistachio): We learned that they will be taking this off the menu soon for a mushroom pizza. Sad. Jon H. was going on and on about how he had a hankering for some Oscar Mayer bologna after eating this. ;D I kid. If I were to be honest, out of the four pizzas, this one shined the dullest. I was expecting it to be the winner as another pizzeria in town does a similar pizza with pistachio, parmesan, and red onions and it's one of my favorites. The Mortadella Bianca wasn't bad. Girl was just got lost in a star-studded pizza family. Spicy Sausage (Roasted Peppers, Scamorza & Oregano): Now that's a spicy meatball! (Jon H.: No one Italian really says that, Joyce!) It's not really spicy for a walking chili pepper like me but I like a bite. If something bites me, Imma bite back! This was my second favorite slice of the night. Limoncello Souffle (Blueberry Anglaise & Candied Lemon Biscotti): Get your camera out and be prepared to record. What my girl Giada and I lack in height (short girls unite), this souffle makes up for. Is this a skyscraper!? The taller the souffle, the closer to God. Great flavors and good balance. A dessert that's light and not too sweet? It's my kinda dessert. Mascarpone Brownie Cheesecake (Vanilla Bean Cheesecake, Brownie, Espresso Caramel & Mascarpone Whipped Cream): We were told this cheesecake gets sold out nearly every night and I can see why. As a big cheesecake fan, this hit all the right notes. Speaking of notes... Every time a gentleman in a sharp suit walked by, the sensual notes of a saxophone permeated the air. I later found out that Kenny G is their manager. KENNY G! Don't believe me? Ask the staff! Tell them Jon H. said so! ;D The food was spectacular and the staff was amazing. A big shout out to Jay and Damian for the amazing service. read more

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Great service, food so-so. Group of 8 people 5 thought the food was average at best. Three really liked their food. Overly expensive and you pay an extra resort fee added to each check. Lemon spaghetti was bland without much lemon taste. $600 + bill wasn't worth it. One and done here read more

Has a great experience at Luna! We sat outside to enjoy the final few weeks of patio weather. All of the pasta in made in house, starting at 7 AM daily. All fish is flown in fresh daily. Our server Jay and Alonso were very attentive. We had the signature lemon spaghetti and loved it! The arugula salad was also a favorite. read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

OMG that lemon pasta....! We were in PHX for 4 days and went to Luna twice. Yes it was that good! Nice specialty drink menu too!

Luna By Giada delivers a truly lovely dining experience. The food is delicious--thoughtfully prepared and full of flavor, with each dish showcasing Giada's signature Italian flair. The cocktails are especially impressive, crafted with creativity and balance that elevate the entire meal. The decor is gorgeous--elegant and romantic, with soft lighting and stylish touches that make it perfect for a date night or special occasion. Service was excellent as well--friendly, attentive, and professional from start to finish. All in all, we had a fantastic time and would absolutely recommend Luna By Giada for anyone looking for a beautiful atmosphere paired with great food and drinks. read more

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Loved Luna! Wonderful food and great service. Kaitlyn was our server and she was excellent and very attentive.

Time to update and refresh the menu. Have graced Luna with my presence numerous times. The menu is starting to be the same old same old. Need some new inspiration to repeat a trip. There are a gazilion Italian dishes, let's see some new renditions. Place is nice to be at, patio is under utilized. Not sure why, but is usually bereft of patrons. read more

The restaurant is absolutely stunning! I love the modern minimalist look but yet so cozy. The device was impeccable and my server recommended I order the lobster tail to pair with my pasta and it's was perfect. I loved the pasta so much and took my leftovers home which was still good reheated the next day. The lobster and shrimp were cooked perfectly and the pasta sauce on top was so good!! The focaccia bread was great because it was overly filling! Loved coming here and can't wait to come back soon! read more

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Great service and delicious food! From the beginning to the end of the dinner... everything was amazing. The server we had was very friendly and knowledgeable. read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Visited Luna twice recently and both experiences were slightly different. One visit was a Tuesday evening which was chill, quiet and relaxing. You could actually hear each other in a conversation. While the next visit was a Friday which was busy and loud. Of the items we ordered, we liked the branzino and risotto the best. The citrus caesar was delicious. We also had the Lemon Spaghetti was good but as described, heavy on the lemon side and not my preference. The almond choclate cake was also delicious. The veranda upstairs has a pretty view! Must stop to check it out when there! read more

Their brunch was one of the best I had for a while . I was pleasantly surprised . Their service was excellent . They were very attentive .[[HIGHLIGHT]]they had beautiful center pieces and great ambiance .[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I would certainly would go back and enjoy many more occasions over there . read more

First time here. Beautiful property . Restaurant was super busy. Greeted by Shereese with enthusiasm! I will say... she was the highlight of the entire dining experience. Started with cocktails. For $21 a drink... I would have loved to taste some liquor. Yes.. it was good... but not for the price. 3 sips.... All ice. Done. Appetizers were okay. Came out very quickly so I know that they were all premade. Again... nothing special. Presentation was very nice. Both couples ordered bottles of wine. Actually the best part of the alcohol situation. Dinners were okay. The lemon spaghetti with 2 small shrimp. It's good... but for $38 it should have more protein. The Risotto with 2 scallops... so lame. Ordered 1 extra scallop... $20 a piece... that is such a joke. Dessert was wonderful. The cookies and tiramisu were incredible. Will I return? No. Unless someone else is buying. Too many incredible restaurants in the area to visit. Best part... visiting with my cousin. Second best... our server.... She was wonderful. Food.... Meh... nothing special. read more

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Pesto pizza was delicious. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Sat by the kitchen and the food coming out looked so good that I'm eager to come back.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

We were charged $20 for two extra shrimps. The only thing that was good was salmon crudo read more

Luna By Giada - Pasta was overcooked - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Every thing about this place is so beautiful from the decor to the presentation of the food and drinks We came for happy hour and ended up eating our entire meal in the lounge area because the vibe and music were so happening. Service is on point and so friendly We tried several different dishes and everything was so delicious. The pizza is outstanding and the pasta dishes shouldn't be missed I loved the vegetarian bolognese. read more

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The service at Luna was great and the lemon pasta tasted good, but the prices were way too high for what you get. We added shrimp to our pasta for $20 and only received two shrimp -- that's $10 per shrimp. For how expensive the menu already is, that felt unreasonable. What really sealed it for me was the 3.5% credit card fee added to the bill. When you're already spending over $120 per person, it's frustrating to see a restaurant tack on extra charges like that. Overall, the staff was kind and attentive, but between the pricing and the added fees, I wouldn't come back. There are better options in Scottsdale at this price point. read more

food is ok, service was bad, we came in today 2/14 at 6:30 to celebrate my birthday and valentine, my birthday is on valentine and we specified it in the reservation, however no greeting or mentioned by waitresses. after our focaccia appetizer our table was left with bread crumbs and no one seems to come and clean it up before placing entree down, feel like i was being ignored by the wait staff majority of the time and feel so un-celebrated, when i told the server its my bday she acted like i was joking and didn't even say happy birthday just walked off. pick luna by giada to celebrate our special occasion and left feeling ignored, i wouldn't come back base solely off of the service. [[HIGHLIGHT]]ambiance is ok[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], [[HIGHLIGHT]]we have a half in/outdoor table and i feel like at one point a small bug landed on my plate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] will include a pic of a crumbs table below read more

Luna By Giada - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Food, service, atmosphere.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Love the light bright lemon forward dishes. Water service was wonderful and wines were affordable. read more