This is a fun, conveniently-located family-friendly place to get delicious Italian food! They have…read morequite a variety of pasta, chicken, meat and seafood dishes, classics and fun unique plates of their own. The staff is very friendly and the food came out quickly, with everything being warm but not so insanely hot we had to wait to eat. We go there for all our special occasions!

I came here twice and very much enjoyed it both times. My first visit, I had the shrimp and…read morescallops in garlic sauce and my friend ordered two appetizers. My dish was packed with flavor. There were a ton of garlic chunks but surprisingly it wasn't too garlicky. The cheese garlic bread my friend ordered was so good it was the reason I came back with the wife. Today I tried their lasagna, it had a great flavor. The meat sauce was a touch sweet for me but I still rate it highly. The eggplant parmigiana was also delicious. The restaurant is nice and pleasing, the restrooms were classy and clean, and the outside looked very welcoming, perfect for cooler days. With great food, huge servings, and kind staff to match, this will be a regular spot for me 4.5-5 stars.

Food was delicious and customer service was outstanding! We ordered Seafood lasagna, eggplant…read moreparmigiana and shrimp scampi. Food was amazing. Definitely will be coming back!

Just okay - we went for happy hour and I'm not sure if I'd go back. The bacon wrapped scallops were…read moregood but the garlic bread only tasted like toasted bread there was no flavor to it. The drinks are limited if you don't like sweet drinks so I paid full price for a cocktail off the list. When the bill came the price of the cocktail in the receipt was different than was was in the menu on the table. The waitress did change it but a customer shouldn't have to tell you the price is incorrect. The service was good. She checked on us frequently. There was nothing special about the restaurant so I wouldn't go here for date night but I did see other couples there for date night. It's a decent family restaurant.

No cross-country trip to Florence is complete without a trip to Valentino's! This time came with…read moretwo surprises-- the BEST calamari I have ever had in my life, and I've had a lot of calamari in my 70 years. (How Florence, Arizona has better calamari than anything I ever tasted in Spain is beyond me, but they do!) My other surprise was when our waitress Cheryl remembered me by NAME, even though it had been a year since I had visited. Valentino's has five star food and service, and I can't recommend it enough!

First, the clams and shrimp appetizer in the garlic butter broth was delicious. The free bread was…read moredisappointing. It wasn't fresh baked like most Italian restaurants, it was a a couple slices from out of a bag. Our entrees, spaghetti with meatballs and the baked lasagne were very good as was the salad-all very fresh. Our service was ok, but our waitress couldn't get the bartender to make our drinks. We had to ask for them 3 times and the bartender was either not even behind the bar or was just chatting with people sitting at the bar...in other words, the bartender just wasn't working. When we did get them, my husband's drink was terrible. He ordered a dirty gin martini and it looked like the bartender had poured a half a jar of olive juice in his glass. And these were not cheap cocktails. $15 for a martini and $12 for my tall Tito's with club soda...they charged me an extra $1 for my tall glass. We didn't try the pizzas but they looked good coming out of the kitchen. We will go back to try them at some point, but we won't order any of their overpriced cocktails next time.

The service I had a lunch today was great! She came around the right amount of times to check on me…read moreand fill water. I love the soft, warm complimentary bread and oil! The pasta was great too! I also didn't mind the darker ambiance of the restaurant it was a nice reprieve from the AZ sun. This would be a great spot for summer as well. Next time I'll have to try a spritz.

Too hot to cook so we ordered take out from here. It's been many years since we were here…read more Was going to order on their website but weren't able to make specific modifications and it cost $4 extra. Was greeted by a friendly young lady who helped us with our to go order in person. Prices are not reasonable for the quantity of food. The $25 trio appetizer was ridiculous with cold fries in a huge pizza box. The side salad with our pasta was $7.50. It's just lettuce and it was tiny. We asked for extra dressing in the side with extra croutons. There were 5 croutons. If they would have left the dressing out of the container they could have given more lettuce, and no extra dressing provided. But the ceasar dressing was so acidic, we couldn't eat. We asked for extra 2 breads as we purchased 4 meals and spent over $100 and were given only 1. Definitely not worth the price and the quality was just okay. Many other choices for Italian, so disappointing!

A Hidden Gem You NEED to Try - Don't Let This Place Stay a Secret!…read moreI've been to Sage & Barrel Craft Eatery a few times now, and every visit leaves me wondering why this place isn't packed every single night. We stopped in on a Monday evening and had the whole vibe almost to ourselves--such a shame because this spot is seriously awesome and deserves a full house! The atmosphere is so vibey--warm, inviting, perfectly lit with that perfect mix of casual and upscale that makes you want to settle in and stay awhile. It feels special without being stuffy, great for date nights, family dinners, or just unwinding with friends over craft beers (their selection is impressive--40+ local options with plenty on tap). But the real star? The food. Everything is scratch-made with fresh, high-quality ingredients, and you can taste the care in every bite. Deeply flavorful, innovative twists on classics, generous portions, and consistently excellent. Whether you go for the Nashville hot chicken and waffles, fish & chips, burgers, or whatever catches your eye, it's all done right. No frozen junk here--just real, delicious food that keeps you coming back. Queen Creek (and the East Valley) needs more places like this. Support local, support quality, and help keep this gem thriving so it doesn't disappear. We'll definitely be back--next time on a busier night so more people can discover it! If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and go. Tell your friends. Mondays (and every night) deserve Sage & Barrel. You won't regret it.

Unfortunately, our experience at Sage & Barrel in Queen Creek was horrible, and we will not be…read morereturning. From the moment we arrived, the host was not welcoming at all. There was no smile, greeting, or sense that we were happy to be there. Our server was very nice personally, but the service was incredibly disorganized. What made it even more frustrating was that she only had two tables, and the restaurant was not busy. My husband's meal never came out, and she did not even notice that he was still waiting for it. While we were waiting for his food, she brought us a drink we had never ordered. She also filled my kids' lemonades with water. The food was just as disappointing. The salmon was extremely dry and hard, and the pasta noodles my kids ordered were hard as well. After waiting and realizing my husband's meal was never coming, we asked for the bill. At that point, our server actually asked if my husband was ready to order... even though he had already ordered and had been waiting for his meal the entire time. Our bill ended up being high, which made the experience even more frustrating because we spent that much money and left feeling like we received essentially nothing worth coming back for. We all left hungry. Mistakes happen, but this was not one small mistake. It was a series of issues with the service, drinks, food, and basic attentiveness, especially considering the restaurant was not busy. For the amount we paid, we expected a completely different experience. Unfortunately, we will not be back.

What started as a plan to head to Queen Creek Olive Mill for Garlic Fest turned into us deciding to…read moreskip the crowds and simply enjoy a delicious breakfast and that we did! Queen Creek Olive Mill is such a delightful place to spend some time. Of course, seeing the olives are fantastic, but their infused olive oils and the dishes they create with them are equally worth enjoying. There's something so relaxing about sitting outside in the shaded portion of the property, looking out over the grounds, and even taking a little stroll among the numerous olive trees. I ended up ordering the ricotta eggs on focaccia, and gosh darn, they were DELICIOUS. The white truffle-infused olive oil was absolutely the star of the dish. It added just the right amount of rich, savory truffle flavor without overpowering the creamy eggs. The focaccia was flavorful, perfectly suited for soaking up all those delicious flavors, and made the whole dish feel extra indulgent. My partner went with the bacon, potato, and ricotta breakfast sandwich, which he really enjoyed as well. It was hearty, flavorful, and a great choice for breakfast. Even though we originally came for Garlic Fest, we ended up having such a lovely and relaxing morning just enjoying the property and the food.

I love this market and restaurant! They have a great variety of olive oils, specialty foods,…read morepremade meals, beauty items and wine -- my favorite! I especially love that you can sample many of the oils, jams and BBQ sauces before buying. I ordered from the Del Piero Kitchen and enjoyed the Mill Meatballs, which had great flavor, and the garlic Parmesan frites -- YUM! I also had a Hugo Spritz. A little sweet for me, but still refreshing. There are plenty of tables for small and larger groups, plus a bar where you can order drinks. I was tempted by the premade pasta and sauce dinners to take home, but decided to buy some wine instead. It was busy inside and quieter outside since we visited in mid-August, but they had the misters going. I can imagine how great the outdoor space and events are when the weather cools down. Definitely need to come back in the fall!

I had a great experience during the lunch hours and have previously been for dinner! First of all…read morethe food is amazing! Everything is hand crafted and you can tell the company/staff pours into creating a great menu and experience. My fiance and I were in for lunch our server was Kyle T, he was amazing! He explained the menu and what certain dishes were. Beyond amazing service, our glasses of water were kept full the entire time same with our bellies!! The manager was also amazing they took great care of us. I 100% recommend North Italia in Gilbert. The ambience was great as well, everything is very clean and welcoming! The experience we had left us so happy and grateful for the people we encountered. Thank you!!!

It was NOT what I was expecting... in the absolute best way!!!…read more We went to North Italia to celebrate two birthdays, and what I thought was going to be just another Italian restaurant turned out to be so much more. The ambiance, the service, the wait time, the food -- everything was a 10/10! Would I recommend this spot? ABSOLUTELY. We will definitely be back! I ordered a pasta dish that our server told me was amazing. I've heard that at other restaurants before, only for the dish to arrive and be just... alright. But this one was everything she said it would be AND MORE! You could actually taste every individual flavor. It wasn't one big mashup where everything tasted the same -- each flavor made its own appearance and complemented the others perfectly. Easily one of those dishes you're still thinking about after you leave! The rest of our table ordered a little bit of everything, from pizza and chicken to seafood, and not a single dish disappointed. When they say FRESH! They mean it! They fresh drinks are amazing as well. They were also incredibly accommodating to the children in our group. They provided drawing tablets for the little ones, which was such a thoughtful touch and definitely appreciated by the parents! They also took the time to recognize both birthdays, which made our celebration feel even more special. Between the atmosphere, the service, the attention to detail, and food that genuinely lived up to the hype, North Italia completely exceeded my expectations. 10/10 experience and absolutely somewhere I'd recommend -- whether you're celebrating something special or just looking for a really good meal. We'll definitely be returning! Glad that a random selection just became a staple restaurant.

Really good pizza each time we order from them. They get the thin crust meat-covered pizza for my…read morehusband just right, crispy crust, lots of sauce and toppings. For me the double crust with ricotta, mushrooms, and spinach is perfect. More surprisingly they make the most delicious wings. The buffalo are my favorite, well my husband enjoys the garlic Parmesan. We are happy to have found them!

It was my first time trying their pizza. I ordered the thin crust. One topping. I was very pleased…read morewith the pie. The sauce was tasty and about the perfect amount. I like extra sauce, this was just right. As was the crust.

The first time I came to Vero Chicago Pizza was at this location, after one of my favorite teachers…read moreof all time recommended it to me because he lives in the area. When I saw the high ratings, I decided to give it a try. In my opinion, Vero has the best Chicago deep-dish pizza. My personal favorite pizza is the Sears Tower since it has a little bit of everything. The Sears Tower is basically their version of a supreme pizza. Not only do the toppings taste fresh, but the cheese and pizza sauce are also loaded with flavor. The servers there are friendly and helpful, and the first time I went, our server was very happy when I told them that Vero was not my favorite place for Chicago deep-dish pizza. They are also more than happy to offer suggestions for some of their most popular pizza selections if you are unsure which one to get. I also liked the atmosphere of the place, as it is nice and low-key, making it a great place to relax during their quieter hours. I highly recommend Vero to anyone who is looking for a great Chicago deep-dish pizza.

We stopped by here on Saturday night after the recommendation from a few people…read more The menu offers a lot of options. You can choose their custom creations or build your own pizza (which we did). As well, there are 3 different options of crust consistencies. For those that are gluten free, not to worry they have that as a choice and a cauliflower crust too! There's also some tasty looking pastas, salads & sandwiches. We started off with a few adult beverages & wings Did the two sauces (12 ct) buffalo bbq & buffalo garlic parmesan. So surprised by the taste of the buffalo garlic parmesan. Best one "flavor wise", we've had out thus far. Great wings! For our pizza again we did the build your own. Went with the thin crust topped with pepperoni, garlic and fresh basil. It came out piping hot, fresh and fantastic. The crust was amazing. Light & crispy and held up to those ingredients perfectly. The way that the pizza is presented and cut into those grids gives it a stylish dimension & easier to share amongst others. A genius creation to make it effortless to handle. Atmosphere was fun. Even had time for a karaoke tune! Our server was polite and always on top of things to make sure we were being well taken care of throughout our experience. Superb customer service! This location is a family operated business. You can feel the presence of that right when you walk thru the doors. These are the best types of restaurants as you feel the comfortable warm hospitality while at the same time pleasantly enjoying a good authentic Italian experience. If anyone is missing excellent midwest cuisine, please visit. You will not regret it!

We recently tried Eatilio for dinner and had a wonderful meal from start to finish…read more Tracy greeted us when we arrived and was also our server throughout the evening. She was incredibly friendly and helped create a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere. We started with the fried ravioli, and they were fantastic. The crispy ravioli paired perfectly with the marinara sauce, and the mozzarella filling was delicious. For our entrées, my husband and I both ordered the Spaghetti Carbonara. We added Caesar salads for a modest upcharge, which was well worth it. The carbonara was excellent--rich, creamy, and full of flavor. The portions were generous enough that we both ended up taking about half home for another meal. Our daughter had the Fig and Pig Pizza, topped with fig spread, mozzarella, goat cheese, caramelized onions, and prosciutto. The combination of sweet and savory flavors worked beautifully, and it was one of the highlights of the meal. To finish, we ordered the chocolate cake, and it definitely did not disappoint. A perfect ending to a great dinner. Great food, generous portions, friendly service, and a warm neighborhood vibe. We'll definitely be back!

We live right around the corner from this restaurant and decided to give it a try one evening. We…read moreordered a variety of things, including wings that were ehh. We ordered a cheese pizza, but the kids did not care for it at all. I ordered the lobster pasta dish, but it was beyond salty and flavor. It was not very good either. We ordered the meatballs appetizer and my son didn't really care for it and the garlic toast was very odd and not fully soaked in butter. Only an eighth of an inch had any flavor otherwise it was just eating stale bread. Needless to say a bill of over $140 we left hungry as the food lacked flavor and we'll never return. Unfortunately I ordered a cocktail, but it never arrived and I was charged for it so instead of taking it off of my bill I was given $12 cash which is not at all what it would've been as tax was included in my bill. The ambience is not bad, but they do have a fly issue and constantly trying to keep flies away from our food was exhausting.