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    Acqua Di Mare

    4.4 (346 reviews)
    Closed 3:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    We went for our birthdays last night. AMAZING! Place is small so definitely get a reservation but the staff is fantastic - Food is beyond amazing and we are from Jersey so we know good food :-). The table side pasta is beyond great. They even cut fresh basil into the olive oils to use with their fresh bread. Everyone loved their meals and we are making plans already to go back. I recommend this place 100%.

    Sandy B.

    Be transported to Italy... no passport required Tucked in downtown Chandler, Acqua Di Mare is the kind of place that makes you forget you're in the middle of the Arizona desert. From the moment you walk in, every detail is intentional--elegant, cozy, and effortlessly upscale without feeling stuffy. Indoor + outdoor dining Even in the PHX heat, the patio feels like a breezy Italian beachfront. By 5pm it's fully shaded, misters are on, doors are open, and soft Italian music sets the vibe. True Italian experience This is white tablecloth dining done right. Fresh plates and silverware with every course, impeccable service, and a team that hustles. Niko (the owner) is in the action--not sitting back--and Alex took incredible care of us. No freezers. Everything is fresh. They fly in their lobster. They fly in their meats. And yes... the 44oz A5 American Wagyu tomahawk from Durham, NC is as insane as it sounds. Tableside preparations (rare for this area!) - Tomahawk carved right in front of you - Fresh lobster prepared tableside - Pasta dishes finished in front of you - A unique, zesty tiramisu that's delicate and unforgettable That tomahawk? Two men shared it easily... and there was enough for a third. The vibe Think small Italian village energy--intimate, warm, and intentional. Even the artwork (hello Portofino vibes ) pulls you in. Small space = reservations are a must (They are expanding next door soon with a more casual bar + seating ) If you love elevated dining, fresh ingredients, and an experience--not just a meal--this place delivers. Support the mom & pops. This one is special

    Cacio de Pepe
    Carrisa G.

    My boyfriend took me here for my birthday because I have been wanting to try and it was delicious!

    Short Rib Pappardelle & Chilean Sea Bass
    Lien S.

    11.1.25 - been wanting to try this restaurant out and finally tried it! Was able to make reservations the day of. Tried to switch it to patio seating but it was already taken by the time I looked again. It's a cute little spot. Parking is always packed on the weekends in this area but I was lucky to find one nearby. Order: Old Fashioned x2 or 3 Other cocktail (don't remember which) x2 Prawn Cocktail Short Rib Pappardelle Chilean Sea Bass Everything was shared between two people. The appetizer was good. It's the same anywhere you get it. Both of the entrees were delicious! I loved the flavor of the short rib pappardelle sauce. The sauce on the sea bass was good too but out of two, I would choose the pasta. Kinda wished I had tried the cacio e pepe as well since they make that table side in the big cheese wheel. Will for sure get that as well as some other items next time!

    Josh W.

    Acqua di Mare was exactly what we needed. We went on a double date and from the moment we sat down, the vibe was warm, romantic, and quietly special. This is the kind of place where you slow down without being told to. The cacio e pepe finished tableside in the cheese wheel was both a fun little show and genuinely delicious. Not gimmicky, just very well done. The seafood risotto was fabulous, rich and comforting without being heavy, and clearly made with care. What really stayed with me though was the kindness. When they learned we were still grieving the loss of my mom, they surprised us with a free order of cannolis. Completely unexpected and incredibly thoughtful. Food was excellent, but that gesture made the night unforgettable.

    Lobster di Amare
    Michael J.

    If I could give more than five stars, I would. Aqua Di Amare is hands down one of the best dining experiences in Chandler. I've been there at least 50 times, and every single visit has been consistently outstanding. Chef Leo absolutely delivers--every dish is crafted to perfection, full of flavor, and clearly made with passion. You can tell there's real pride in the kitchen. And Nicola, the owner, sets the tone for the entire place. His attention to detail and commitment to quality shows in everything--from the food to the service to the overall atmosphere. It's rare to find a restaurant that stays this consistent over time, but Aqua Di Amare nails it every single time. If you're looking for authentic, high-quality food and an amazing experience, this is the place. Highly recommend--you won't be disappointed.

    Pasta and cheese sauce with fresh shaved truffle
    Will W.

    This is a quaint Italian restaurant with a great outdoor porch. The pasta was fresh and the cheese sauce was made table side with fresh truffles shaved on top. The steak was baked in a pouch with vegetables. It was very tender and the vegetables savory. The service was impeccable with the waiter very attentive and well versed in wine.

    Acqua Di Mare Pasta
    Mike T.

    The wife and I have walked by this place for years and always wanted to give it a try. However you pretty much need reservations to get a table at a decent hour. I finally bit the bullet and got later reservations for a Friday night at 8pm. The restaurant definitely had availability at that later seating. But would still recommend reservations. The cocktails were very good. Complementary bread was delicious. We started with the Octopus and it was cooked perfectly. My wife loved her Aqua Di Mare pasta and I really enjoyed my rigatoni. Can't wait to go back and try some of their other dishes!

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    Jose V.

    I tried Acqua Di Mare for the very first time last night and I was pleased! This restaurant has all the coastal Italian vibes--and dare I say the flavors seem authentic?--Yes, absolutely! Service was superb; our server was very friendly and attentive. He recommended the seafood risotto and the carbonara. My partner and I both truly enjoyed our dishes. We will be returning to try more dishes. Stop by and enjoy!

    Short rib pappardelle
    Ashley T.

    I didn't know about this place until my friend wanted to visit for a little celebration. My friend sold me on the "pasta made with a cheese wheel" that I'm sure many of us have seen on Instagram, so I definitely ordered the Cacio e Pepe. We had the calamari (fried squid) as an appetizer, it was gone in minutes! My friends ordered the Acqua Di'Mare and the Short Rib Pappardelle, both were delicious from the tastes I had. The cacio was decadent and wonderful, I probably should've had a protein with it but it was also just as well without one. I enjoyed watching the server prepare it tableside and he was happy to answer any questions we had. Overall a great experience and I'll be back someday!

    Salad of the day: wedge
    Emily S.

    I really loved my dining experience at Acqua Di Mare. I really had no idea what to expect and my unknown expectations were definitely exceeded! We tried the salad of the day, which was a wedge, rack of lamb, and sacchetti and I love them all! I think the salad of the day was overpriced for what we received ($20) - half head of iceberg with a small handful of crumbled, bacon, blue cheese, and tomato. The entrées were a little on the pricier side, but I thought the quality was fantastic. I absolutely loved the pesto and truffle sauce on the pasta. Bread was brought to the table with olive oil to dip and fresh cut basil. I asked for a side of Parmesan and our server Rachel scraped some of the cheese wheel off for us instead! Rachel was funny and casual and brought some light and comic relief to our evening. I saw the cacio e pepe made table side for another party and it definitely looked exciting and delicious!

    Salad of the day - wedge with balsamic glaze and Parmesan cream dressing
    Luisa J.

    A cute spot with good pasta from what we tried. I came here with my bf for my birthday. We both ordered the Cacio E Pepe. I got mine with shrimp and he had his with meat balls. The pasta was delicious however, the price for this pasta without the proteins is a little over priced. At the end I had to order the tiramisu, but was disappointed. The cream had an orange flavor that I was not a fan of.

    Steak Nicola
    Julianne C.

    Apologies in advance to the readers for my novel experience from start to finish. We made a reservation and got sat inside. As soon as we sat down, I instantly wanted to move outside to the fresh air and to escape the very obnoxious patron sitting at the bar (later found out it was the owner). We each ordered a glass of wine and started with the carpaccio appetizer, which was truly the first best thing about this experience. The dish was freshly prepared and it was melt in your mouth goodness. The second best thing was our expensive bottle of wine. Our server got held up at a table, so another server brought us the bottle of wine and un corked it for us. Mind you, this was a $155 bottle of wine in a "fine dining" establishment where our server, not once, poured our wine for us or refilled our glasses as she walked by (mainly because we barely saw her). We were lucky to even get water with out having to stop someone, so I suppose getting a wine pour was going to be out of the question. We ordered the table side Cacio Pepe pasta, the Dover fish (also table side) and the Steak Nicola (table side-ish). For starters the food took over an hour to be at our table, ready for the "table side" experience. The server apologized a few times but in reality, when I walked in the restaurant to use the facilities, the back of the house staff was so busy cleaning the kitchen, rushing around to get out of there, we continued to wait for the one and only chef to prepare our food. Anyway...the food gets there and it's starts off with a very, very under whelming portion of pasta for $47. Not creamy, very sticky, honestly because it felt like the server rushed. Where was the fun table side cheese wheel experience? Hard to say. The Dover Sole was not cut properly, it looks like half the fish was left on the board (see video) and the mashed potatoes (see video posted) were a giant cold BRICK!!!! It was hilariously disgusting. The Steak Nicola was an ackward cut of meat which made the cook temperature very off (see picture/video). The outside wonky pieces were well done, the next bite was medium well and the inside was medium rare. Who wants to ride that roller coaster when eating a steak?! YUM! The only postive was the sauce, the sauce that was poured on top was good. If all of this sounds like a great time, you'll be happy to know the owner and his family were also a giant distraction during our dinner service. The owner, Nikola(?), was talking loudly to the staff about there personal lives, leaving, coming back, bringing his dog and family. Speaking loudly over us on the patio from across the street and into the restaurant. Hey I get it, right? It's a family establishment and some people wouldn't mind this. But for a $390 meal, in a "fine dining" restaurant, I would of expected so much more professionalism from him, our server and the chef who did our table side meal. We won't be back. In fact, even after our server comp'd our pasta and gave us a complimentary brownie dessert, it still didn't make up for the experience we had, and going back would be tragic. To say the least. This review received a 2 star because our server was nice, the carpaccio appetizer was actually delicious and the bottle of wine was great!

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    Ask the Community - Acqua Di Mare

    Any idea if they have gluten free pasta?

    How expensive are the pasta dishes? It doesn't say on the menu

    I believe $35-$50 range

    What's the average entree price at dinner?

    Hard to say a true average because while a lot of the pastas and some of the meat dishes range between 35-60, they have quite a few options that are around 100-150 market price as well but I'd say for the most part, you're looking at 40 to 50 a… Read more

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