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1. Pizzicata
4.7
Exceptional(455)
Price: Moderate
• Pizzeria • Carefree
Booked 11 times today
From Umbria to the homes of Carefree, Pizzicata brings our family’s recipes and an enthusiasm rooted in sharing Italiano cuisine with Arizona and the world.We are proud to be the first pinseria in Arizona.What is Pinsa?Long before the days of pizza, Pinsa was introduced and crafted by the Romans using wheat, soy and rice flours as the main ingredients in the dough. The resulting Pinsa contained less gluten, less carbs and less fat while maintaining a crispy yet light crust when baked therefore making it more digestible yet still delizioso.
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2. Ofrenda
4.6
Exceptional(654)
Price: Moderate
• Traditional Mexican • Cave Creek
Booked 10 times today
Heritage. Culture. Taste. Ofrenda is a Latin-inspired restaurant offering a taste to remember. Ofrenda combines traditional cooking methods, authentic ingredients and elegant presentation to create an unforgettable experience.
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3. Brugos Italian Bistro
4.7
Exceptional(332)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • Cave Creek
Booked 7 times today
Brugos Italian Bistro is authentic due to its family-owned, true Italian recipes and atmosphere. The owners hailing from Sicily bring old recipes to the table. The reviews applaud the recreation of 'the true tastes and aromas of dining in Sicily' and 'the true Italian bistro feel'. The menu is praised for its variety and the food is noted to be 'always delicious' and made fresh from scratch, locally sourced when possible. The service is also highly rated, with one reviewer stating that the bartender 'remembers everyone by name'.
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4. Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders Resort
4.5
Awesome(2535)
Price: Moderate
• Unspecified • North Scottsdale
Booked 10 times today
The Spotted Donkey Cantina, at el Pedregal, is quickly earning a reputation as the place for Mexican cuisine in North Scottsdale. A fun and festive setting with spacious outdoor dinning options. And with a tequila list boasting dozens of varieties (including our exclusive Herradura double-barrel Reposado Tequila), an innovative menu, and a large outdoor patio with scenic desert vistas, it's really no surprise
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5. The Italian Daughter
4.8
Exceptional(3215)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Scottsdale
Booked 46 times today
Daughter of iconic chef Tomaso Maggiore, Melissa Maggiore showcases her own spin on her family's classic Italian dishes. A scratch menu with a focus on handcrafted pasta, stone fired pizzas, seafood, veal dishes, and more. With Live Music in the lounge nightly combined with Italian craft cocktails, this neighborhood gem is the place to be. Our signature boards are perfect for over-the-top, family-style dining. Whether date night, girls night, business lunch or family night, The Italian Daughter has something for everyone.
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6. Spiga Cucina Italiana - Scottsdale
4.6
Exceptional(5201)
Price: Moderate
• Italian • North Scottsdale
Booked 38 times today
Please call us at 480-513-9000 for additional availability for parties of 7 and more! Serving up modern Italian cuisine, Spiga is designed to give you that Tuscan Trattoria feel. From the beautiful wood surfaces to the big bright windows that showcase the amazing view of the valley, you will be sure to enjoy Italian fare and amazing wines from a place that is 100% dedicated to your dining experience! From the Pizzas made in our wood burning oven, house made pasta,to the fresh seafood dishes, your taste buds will leave you in awe of what you just experienced!We offer happy hour in the bar area only, first come first serve basis. Tuesday - Friday 3pm - 6pm.
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7. Kembara
4.4
Awesome(206)
Price: Moderate
• Asian • Desert Ridge
Booked 14 times today
Kembara is the latest project from Chef Angelo Sosa that embraces Asian street food cultures, exemplifying the tradition of cherishing time-honored recipes, while also playfully innovating upon familiar flavors and techniques for fresh takes.The menu is an homage to Chef Sosa’s travels across Asia, with inspiration drawn from countries including Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia, China, Singapore and Japan. Each dish is constructed around Chef Sosa’s concept of a “trinity of flavors”—a balance between sweet, sour and salty elements that culminate in a perfect bite of harmony.Located inside of the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge Resort & Spa
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8. Jade Palace - Pinnacle Peak Rd
4.8
Exceptional(1478)
Price: Moderate
• Chinese • North Scottsdale
Booked 22 times today
Jade Palace is a beloved local Chinese spot in North Scottsdale. Reviews rave about the quality food, excellent service, and beautiful ambiance. One reviewer said, 'Our favorite Local Chinese restaurant that we have gone to for years. Great service and authentic cuisine.' Others mentioned the consistency in flavor and service, making it a standout authentic Chinese dining experience.
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9. Jalapeno Inferno - Pinnacle Peak
4.5
Awesome(776)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • North Scottsdale
Booked 17 times today
Jalapeno Inferno is authentic Mexican cuisine in North Scottsdale. It's been serving Sonoran Mexican food for over 18 years, earning it a reputation as a neighborhood favorite. Reviews rave about its consistently delicious food and excellent service. The restaurant's award-winning dishes like Sweet Green Tamales, and its signature Margarita Madness menu are highlights. It's also noted for its patio dining, a lively Cantina, and special events like Taco Tuesday and Hatch Chile Festival.
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  • Bob
    Phoenix / Arizona •2 reviews
    4.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We have been to Pizzicata a number of times. We are not regulars at any place. But the Chef's Special under Pasta was disappointing. It was long on pasta and very short on meat. Serving it on a plate was not quite right. A bowl would have been better. We will return for it's good pizza and other dishes.
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    PizzicataPrice: Moderate• Pizzeria• Carefree
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    4.7
  • Earlvip
    San Francisco Bay Area •17 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    John is a true "restaunterer". Best "mexican" food in the area.
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    Spotted Donkey Cantina at El Pedregal, Boulders ResortPrice: Moderate• undefined• North Scottsdale
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    4.5
  • Loraine
    Phoenix / Arizona •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Great place to dine in general or for a special occasion! We celebrated my husband’s birthday and the entire dining experience was exceptional with the food being delicious! The lobster with pasta was outstanding with plenty of lobster. The chicken Parmesan did not disappoint as well. Our server was great although a little busy towards the end of our dinner. Highly recommend!
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    The Italian DaughterPrice: Moderate• Italian• North Scottsdale
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    4.8
  • robertvip
    Phoenix / Arizona •10 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Sat outside. Shannon, our server treated us like family. Dog friendly patio. Food is old school Sicilian. For Italian, as good as it’s gets.
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    Brugos Italian BistroPrice: Moderate• Italian• Cave Creek
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    4.7
  • Jessica
    Las Vegas •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Nov 17, 2024
    This place is amazing, and our server treated us like family. The food is awesome! No one in our party of seven was disappointed. We all tried each other's entrees, and each entree was fantastic! We had ceviche, chicken suiza enchiladas, shrimp Chile rellenos, chicken mole enchiladas, birria quesadilla, brisket tacos, several different margaritas, and a tequila flight. Our experience was top notch! Highly recommend!
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    OfrendaPrice: Moderate• Traditional Mexican• Cave Creek
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    4.6

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