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    The Americano Restaurant

    4.1 (546 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Chloë J.

    We've been here twice, first time was great but second time was wow !! The service is top tier, your water glass will not go empty and dirty plates will not sit on the table long at all! For drinks I would recommend the vita Mia if your prefer something sweet & the May Day if you like whiskey ! All the food was amazing, we've had the steak frites, Wagyu tortellini, pasta à la vodka, 1000 layer potato's and more and not a single thing has disappointed. It very classy and upscale vibes ! Perfect place to celebrate a birthday, anniversary, promotion, to just make it feel *special*. This visit they gave my husband a birthday card and cake which was very thoughtful! Your going to spend a pretty penny but your going to get what you pay for ! 10/10!!

    Tanya B.

    Starting with Kourtney- her service was spectacular and very informational on the happy hour menu. 5 We got the scallops, prosciutto slider, Parmesan slider,meatballs & steak and mushroom skewer! Hands down the best and I would eat again are the meatballs and steak mushroom skewers! It was a good average happy hour. We already discussed it and we probably won't return but arent saying we didn't like it. We just didn't loooooooove it.

    Roasted Half Chicken
    Joe R.

    A truly lovely experience, and a great place for dinner with your significant other or friends! I ordered the Roasted Half Chicken, which was a big heap of protein that also came with some fingerling potatoes and a delicious rosemary jus sauce. Our server, Aiden, was extremely attentive, kind, and made us feel like the only table he was waiting on. He constantly checked on us, provided a lot of great recommendations, and even made some small talk to keep things light and entertaining. We will definitely be back!

    Pistachio butter cake
    Nicki M.

    Rating 5 stars based on the service we received. I brought my boyfriend here for a pre-birthday dinner and some drinks after (TYF). First time for both of us and our server, David, was great! He made awesome recommendations and really knew his way around the cocktails and menu. The aesthetic is dark, sexy, upscale and fun menu to match. We got meatballs for the starter. You get 3 and they're a good size for an app. For entrees he got the bolognese and I ordered the stuffed papardelle. While we were waiting for our food to come out, the GM Kevin stopped by to ask how everything was. I love when owners do this and unfortunately don't get it enough here in PHX. He even offered to walk us to TYF after our dinner and made sure we were taken care of, making this a top tier experience! Dishes were great and packed with flavor. We even somehow ordered dessert - pistachio butter cake and a chocolate mousse for my bf.

    Bridget K.

    The interior of the restaurant is beautiful! We appreciated the fresh flowers on the host desk, the artistic dishes wall in the entrance, and the cozy booth. We were seated right away (with a reservation). Our server took good care of us throughout the evening. Attire is business casual. We had the pesto pasta, the half roasted chicken, and the steak frites. My dad said the pesto pasta was delicious! The presentation of the chicken was beautiful. The steak frites was perfectly cooked, the fries were fried well, and the peppercorn sauce was finger-lickin' good (or maybe fork-lickin' good). We let the waitress know before we sat that it was my dad's birthday, and she brought a small bowl of ice cream with a chocolate appliqué lettered with "Happy Birthday" and a lighted gold candle. This brought everyone at our table so much joy! Highly recommend visiting The Americano Restaurant if you find yourself in the Scottsdale area!

    Angie T.

    I really wanted to love The Americano, but unfortunately it didn't live up to the hype. The service was underwhelming -- not terrible, but inattentive and lacking the level of hospitality you'd expect at this price point. As for the food, it was fine, but definitely not worth what we paid. For a restaurant positioned as upscale, I expected more in terms of flavor, presentation, and overall experience. I also didn't expect club music to be blaring in the background. There are plenty of great dining options in the area, and sadly this just didn't stand out enough to justify the cost.

    Grilled Veggie Entree
    Kelli K.

    The Americano was everything I wanted and more!! We had a very special Christmas dinner here and our server made sure that the night was perfect. He was also super friendly and it was lovely chatting with him and the rest of the team. The food was all truly spectacular! The swordfish was the best I have ever had! My aunt also said the salmon was the best she has had in AZ. We also tried their focaccia, crostini (which was eggplant and proscuitto that night, it was so, so good), and the spaghetti pomodoro. I wish the later was a little spicier since that's how they described it, but I love heat so that might just be me The only miss of the evening was the vegetable plate. It was sooo bland. It was really disappointing that this was the vegetarian option - but looking at the menu now it looks like they might have removed it which is for the best lol. I definitely think The Americano is a great option for a meal with the people you love! I want to go back and try some of their raw bar options.

    Malfadine and garlic bread
    Reena R.

    We went back again since we really liked it last time. The restaurant is so beautiful, even more during the holidays. I didn't like my drink too much last time, so this time I tried the Versace on the Floor. It was definitely one of the most unique cocktails I have had, with an olive oil basil foam on top. The food was excellent again. They changed the menu a bit since last time. This time we tried the meatballs and scallops, both good. The new dish was the lobster risotto. It was so delicious, I highly recommend it. The steak was very tender. We ordered it family style and they slice it up into pieces so we can share. We had to get the tagliatelle bolognese since we thought that was the best dish last time. It didn't disappoint! The only dish we did not like this time was the spaghetti. It was overcooked, but they replaced it with another tagliatelle. The service was very good this time. Our server was attentive and quick. However, I will say that I noticed both times we went that the girls up front are not very friendly. Which is unfortunate because it would be nice to get a friendly greeting at this great restaurant where you will end up paying a lot for dinner.

    The tiny tini. The dirty martini was super delicious.
    Maggie R.

    The food is so delicious I had the shrimp cocktail to start. The shrimps we're giant and chilled to perfection. Next, I had the steak aside of asparagus. The meat was flavorful. I ate all of the asparagus they were cooked perfectly. I had the Keylime pie for dessert. I went for restaurant week and I got stood up my date called the restaurant and said he wanted to take care of the Bill since he stood me up. The staff was so funny and friendly about it. They brought me a few extra drinks.

    Mezcal espresso martini
    Sabrina L.

    From the moment we walked into The Americano, everything was just right. The hostess welcomed us with such a warm, genuine energy, and that feeling carried throughout the entire night. Our server, Abrielle, was incredible attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel effortless. You can tell she truly cares about what she does. We even had the chance to meet the owner, Kevin, which made the night feel even more special. He was so down to earth and welcoming, and it really shows in the atmosphere he's created. The vibe here is unmatched beautiful space, amazing energy, and everything from the drinks to the food and drinks were absolutely incredible. This has easily become our favorite spot to visit every time we're in town. Great service, great people, and always a great time.

    Stairs to the speakeasy
    Jenn A.

    Kevin, the manager and Sean, our server were AMAZING! We had a great experience. Sean is by far THE BEST server I have ever had. Great service but even better personality. Nailed it! They went above and beyond! The food was incredible. The Iberico pork pluma with chimichurri sauce, wagyu tortellini, filet carpaccio, all of it just fabulous! The homemade pistachio cake and gelato off the charts! I can't say enough about the food! The speakeasy downstairs is fun and so chill. Check it out. You won't be disappointed.

    Trenette All'aragosta (Lobster Pasta)
    Laura M.

    The Americano came highly recommended by friends so my husband and I went there on a date night. It's very sleek and modern. The restaurant itself is dark and has a sophisticated, upscale club feel. They have some fun specialty cocktails we enjoyed. "Versace on the floor" was interesting. My husband had the duck breast and I had the special, Trenette All'aragosta (Lobster Pasta) with a side of broccolini. The food was great but the service was just okay. Started with the hostesses. They were not welcoming when we checked in. Our server was just okay. For the type of restaurant this is we would expect the service be friendly, at a higher level.

    Atlantic Swordfish
    Nick C.

    The food, service and ambience were all amazing at the Americano. It's definitely a good choice for a nice date night, business dinner or special event. I think we saw examples of each while eating there. We started with the burrata and mortadella appetizer and the little ligurian bread pieces were the standout. So good. For the entree I went with the Atlantic Swordfish and it was amazing. So much flavor and cooked so well. I took a chance when getting the fish over the steak, but I was really happy with it and would get it again. The sides were got were the potato puree and broccolini, both were great but I liked the potato puree better

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    Ask the Community - The Americano Restaurant

    What time is happy hour?

    M-Sa 4-6

    Are kids allowed?

    Yes they are but I would recommend getting a babysitter depending on how old they are.

    Is there a secret menu or pro tips?

    If you like cocktails go for the the end of happy hour! The cocktails and salumi board are such a great deal on the happy hour menu!

    Are any walk-in's welcome?

    Bar is open at 4:00 and didn’t start to fill up till about 5:15 - restaurant was about 3/4 full while we were there. Recommend reservations as it’s high season - summer I’m pretty sure you can just walk in with no reservation. I don’t think kid… Read more

    Is this restaurant kid friendly?

    No don't waste money on kids to eat here.

    Is there any gluten free options?

    Good afternoon Karl, Yes we do offer Gluten Free options!

    Can you post photos of your patio? Does it have misters?

    Hello Faith. Our terrace is fully covered and does have misters!

    Hi :) Do you offer Happy Hour on the patio?

    Hi Christina! We do not offer happy hour on our terrace. Our happy hour is in our bar and lounge from 5:00-7:00pm!

    Is happy hour available for all tables in the restaurant or bar only?/ can I reserve a table for happy hour?

    Hi Shelby, happy hour is available for tables in the lounge and at the bar top! If you reserve on OpenTable it will ask if you prefer lounge dining or main dining and you can choose the lounge to get a table for happy hour!

    Do u have a dog friendly patio?

    I do not think they allow dogs on the patio. I'm not 100% sure but I've never seen dogs out there.

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