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    Michalini Italian Resturant

    5.0 (5 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    1 year ago

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    Food was excellent. The service was superb. The ambience was wonderful. Will definitely be coming back and telling our friends.

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    The Italian Daughter

    The Italian Daughter

    4.5
    (795 reviews)
    13.1 mi
    $$$
    Happy hour specials
    Live music

    Run don't walk to the Italian Daughter for the best Italian meal and experience in the Cave Creek…read moreand Scottsdale area. I visited the restaurant for the first time on Mother's Day with my mom and we had the loveliest time. The service was excellent, the ambiance was so nice with acoustic live music that created the best vibe. We loved the food too, we ordered the Italian chopped salad and it was great along with plenty of delicious freshly baked bread. For dinner, we ordered the Butternut Squash Sacchetti pasta with frangelico cream sauce and almond dust, and it was delicious. But the dish you must try here is the Mafalde Norcina - a ruffled ribbon pasta with wild mushroom, sausage ragu and truffle cream. This dish was so packed with flavor, I finished every last bite and it's a really good size portion. There's a nice large bar and bar area along with plenty of parking. Stop what you're doing and go today!

    It absolutely pains me to have to do this but it's been bothering me for a while and I cannot just…read morelet it slide. I've been coming here religiously for 4.5 years since moving to AZ. My two favorite dishes that never miss are the Lasagna and the Chicken Parm. Like clockwork, it has always been impeccable. Sadly my most recent experience will likely be my last experience. I ordered the Chicken Parm and when it came out there was something missing from my plate. Instead of the usual Rigatoni Pasta with Vodka Sauce there were a couple of stale chunks of potatoes and some sorry looking asparagus spears. I asked the bartender where is the pasta. She responded that it no longer comes with pasta and that I could order some at an additional charge. It was at that moment that I knew I would never return again. Never in my entire life have I ever ordered Chicken Parm at an Italian Restaurant and not have it come with pasta. That is like ordering a hamburger and it doesn't come with a bun. Then they tell you that you are more than welcome to order a bun at an additional cost. It was like the ultimate slap in the face. I understand that businesses are under financial pressure in these tough times. I can assure you though that this restaurant does not suffer from this fate. There is simply zero excuse for this type of behavior from ownership. Their meals are already priced near the top of the market here in Scottsdale, and rightfully so as their food is top tier. But to raise prices and then remove a staple item off of the menu is asinine. Again, I really do not like writing negative reviews for businesses because I am a fellow business owner as well. However the consumer in me cannot stand for this type of treachery. I am sick and tired of paying more and getting less. This is not meant to deter others from experiencing this place. It is meant to let management that loyal customers are dissatisfied with their business practices. Finally, I am not a cheapskate either. I always tip at least 30% which is way above the average. I am not tone-deaf, I sympathize with restaurant staff and wage gaps so every little bit helps in the service industry.

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    To go - torta della Nonna - lemon pastry cream, almonds, pine nuts, shortbread crust
    To go - torta della Nonna - lemon pastry cream, almonds, pine nuts, shortbread crust
    Best dish we've ever had anywhere of Frito misto!!!
    Best dish we've ever had anywhere of Frito misto!!!
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    Rosso Italian

    Rosso Italian

    4.1
    (449 reviews)
    7.9 mi
    $$

    I'm not sure why there are any negative reviews. This is authentic Italian food with amazing fresh…read morepasta. We got the whipped ricotta, the Short Rib Papparadelle and Panna Cotta. Both recommended by our amazing waiter Kevin. The focaccia was beautiful and had the best rosemary flavor. Our Pasta was superb and the Panna Cotta was delicate and beautiful. I'm still dreaming of it now. One of the best meals I've had in a long time. This is our new downtown spot for any show or game. The wait staff couldn't be more amazing and the food blew me away! We are new long term customers. Special shout out to Kevin! Gave us great recs and amazing service

    First time at Rosso Italian. We made a reservation and were there for dinner early. It can…read moredefinitely get very busy during the dinner rush. The dining room is very crowded and loud. Our table was a 2 top in the center of the floor and was very close to the other tables! I would liked more space. The server was very nice and the service was very fast! This is a restaurant where you don't have to place your entire order all at once, you can take your time. Food comes out quickly. The drinks were delicious. I had the lemondrop and spritz. The lemondrop had blackberry which was a nice twist. The whipped ricotta and honey was a good blend of sweet and spicy. However, it can get messy and sticky so be careful. The focaccia was great! I had the gramigna boscaiola. Delicious pasta dish with bold mushroom flavor. My friend got the Cacio & Pepe. Surprisingly I thought it could've had more seasoning! But still a nice bite.

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    The Bar
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    Forno 301 Phoenix

    Forno 301 Phoenix

    4.3
    (1k reviews)
    6.6 mi
    $$

    This was our first time checking out this location after being regulars at the Old Town spot (so…read moresad it closed!). Happy to say this one totally lives up to it. The service was just as amazing, friendly, attentive, and welcoming, and the food was just as fresh and delicious. Prices are still super reasonable, which makes it an even better go-to. Our favorite is the Forno 301 pizza, always a must-order. We also loved the wine selection, and of course, you can't skip the limoncello to finish. Highly recommend if you're looking for a delicious, affordable meal with great service!

    Shared a delicious artichoke and eggplant pizza and it was the perfect size to share with fine…read more"pickupableness" with Neapolitan texture and flavor. An extra treat was that they have bottles of spicy oil on the tables, so I was able to enjoy the crusts by slathering them with the tasty oil as though they were breadsticks. On the way out, after mentioning to the bartender how good the oil was, I was gifted a couple of condiment cuplets to-go, which was a thoughtful and nice touch and sort of made up for the server who wasn't particularly warm or informative as I had to ask about the specials and whether or not all the pasta is freshly made, etc. Heck, if you have a great selling point like homemade pasta, talk it up and get us to drooling! There is a variety of seating available, including outside and at the bar--bar has an inside section as well as outside which is a nice design for the lovely weather days. However, it's unfortunate that the outdoor seating is on such a busy traffic corner, so it's not the little retreat it would otherwise be. The lunchtime music was more like happy hour music, not conducive to conversation--maybe for the cellphones-at-the -table crowd it's okay, but being near the Phoenix Art Museum and Arizona Opera, why not add to the cultural experience of the area by celebrating its Italian origins with some Italian music? Even if just added as interludes during every few pieces, it would enhance the ambiance. We had to raise our voices to carry on our conversation, but it was manageable. However, when I came back the next week with a friend with a hearing impairment, it became more problematic. She tried adjusting her hearing aids, but the thumping rhythm kept taking precedence as we tried to find a quieter corner, but it wasn't possible as it is a small space and speakers were close to each table. I felt so bad that she couldn't enjoy a meal there--we both were so looking forward to having a fresh pasta dish, but just couldn't stay. Upon leaving, I felt I should let management know why so I waited to speak to him, offering constructive criticism about the sound level but he was not the least apologetic nor said he would take it under advisement, but was completely dismissive and harrumphy as though we were annoying problems and not potential regulars with suggestions worthy of consideration. How hard would it be to have a quieter area or make a speaker accessible with volume control? People, whether on the spectrum, with hearing impairments, or just lovers of good conversation deserve respect and when it is not given, will go elsewhere....

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    Wine bottle decorations
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    Insalata mista
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    Michalini Italian Resturant - italian - Updated July 2026

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