I've been going to RigaTony's for over 21 years, dating back to their Arizona Avenue location. It's…read moreone of those places I keep coming back to because the food is consistently delicious. My absolute favorite is their fresh Antipasto Salad and warm Ciabatta bread. I highly recommend ordering a side of their scampi butter for the bread. Yum! This visit, I had the Baked RigaTony, and my daughter ordered the Deep Dish Lasagna with marinara sauce. Both dishes were excellent--hot, flavorful, and generously portioned. They also have great weekday lunch specials. The Chicken Cutlet Picatta is another favorite of mine. Great food, friendly service, and a restaurant that's been a longtime favorite of mine. I highly recommend it! Don't forget to sign up for the Devoted Diner Program to earn rewards and discounts!

So disappointed. Got take out for lunch. I ordered rigatoni & meatballs, what I got was rigatoni…read moreand mushrooms. And there were more mushrooms than noodles. I think I had 10 noodles, even my friend asked what I ordered. Totally bummed as I looked forward to that for lunch all morning. Want to add that after reading my review the restaurant reached out to me personally and made things right. You don't see that level of customer service very often. Well done Rigatony's!

I genuinely cannot WAIT to come back to this place. From the second I walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt so classy, elegant, and elevated without being pretentious. It's the kind of restaurant that makes getting dressed up feel exciting and worth it, and I absolutely loved that about the experience. It felt like such a perfect date night spot or place to celebrate something special. The servers were also extremely attentive the entire night. Everyone was friendly, professional, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling overbearing. The service honestly matched the upscale atmosphere perfectly and made the whole experience feel even more polished. And OMG... the food. SO SO SO SO SO GOOD. Like genuinely one of those meals where every single bite makes you pause for a second because it tastes that incredible. I got the chicken orzo along with the lime icebox cake for dessert, and both were absolutely amazingggg. The chicken orzo was phenomenal. The lemon flavor throughout the orzo was bright, fresh, and flavorful without being overpowering, and the tomatoes were the PERFECT addition because they balanced everything so well and added a little sweetness and freshness to the dish. But the chicken... wow. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside while still being super juicy and tender inside, which is honestly hard to do. Every component of the dish worked together perfectly. Magnificent is genuinely the best word for it. And the lime icebox cake was the perfect ending to the meal, refreshing, creamy, flavorful, and not too heavy after dinner. Honestly, I'm sitting here craving the food again just looking back at the pictures I took. This is definitely one of those restaurants that sticks in your mind long after you leave.

Our waitress was very kind and knowledgeable about gluten-free options (I have celiac disease),…read morewhich I really appreciated. The restaurant itself is very cute and clearly designed for photos, which matches what I saw on their Instagram. Service overall was fantastic. The food, however, was just okay. I ordered the burrata and fig plate and was told they'd replace the bread with apple slices. I received five very small slices of apple, and when the plate was set down the waitress said she'd get more if needed. I later noticed I was charged $2 for an additional five slices, which together didn't even amount to half an apple. Ironically, the bread that comes with the dish would have been far more substantial. The burrata was fine, but nothing memorable. My friend ordered the chicken and brussels sprouts and didn't even finish it before having the plate taken away. The flourless almond cake was the star, a bit salty on its own, but with the ice cream and whipped cream it was a delightful combo which were the highlight. Overall, this is a great spot for cocktails, ambiance, and photos, but the food is fairly mediocre compared to the setting.

Neighborhood favorite for Italian. Though this is so close to home, we reserve it for special…read moreoccasions -- birthdays, anniversaries, etc., because it really is special. This past weekend I had the ravioli (I know, boring, right?) ... but it is mellow and a burst of rich flavor at the same time. Great sauce. Hubby had some sort of seafood medley special and he's ready to back already. Dessert -- panicotta. Oh my goodness. Some kind of creamy base topped with fruit puree. Probably one of my all-time favorite desserts. If we go on the weekend and neglected to make a reservation, we take a seat at the bar if the wait is too long for a table, and we get served right there. It changes things up a little but still a very enjoyable evening. The food is always delicious and service is friendly and par.

VinciTorio Restaurant 1835 E Eliot Road…read moreTempe, 85284 The Italian restaurant that we were going to go to was at capacity tonight, so we decided to try this one. We had no reservation, but were seated immediately when we entered. We were presented with menus quickly, and our waitress was ready to take orders less than two minutes after we sat down. We asked her to come back, and after some time she returned. Companion ordered a small pizza with ham and pineapple on it. While it was properly executed, there was a dearth of pineapple and ham on it. Companion quietly ate it without complaining. For myself, I ordered lasagna. It came with a salad and some thin slices of garlic bread. The salad was adequate though it could have been made with some smaller pieces of greens and a different balsamic vinegar. The balsamic given with the salad was fresh and acidic rather than mellow as most better grocery stores carry. I wasn't expecting an aged balsamic, but this was a poor imitation of balsamic vinegar. My lasagna came next. A piece about 3 X 3 inches square in the middle of a huge oval plate. It was swimming in a pool of rather fresh tomato sauce. The sauce was lacking in body but did have a nice flavor. I had thought the lasagna was supposed to have meat in it, but I must have been wrong, because it was several layers of pasta with loads of cheese melted on it. For my taste buds it was totally unsatisfactory. I ate perhaps ¼ of the piece and put my fork down. I did not take any of it home. This restaurant needs a makeover. It looks tired and old. Sanitation was good, service was poor, and my food was not very good. 2 Stars

This was a pretty solid place. I ordered the Italian margarita and it came in a very interesting…read moreand cool cup! The heirloom tomato appetizer was tasted reall fresh and the sauce was good. I built my own pasta with uncle Arthur's sausage, mushroom truffle and the wide noodles. It was really good and a good serving size. I saw another table order the 5 foot long stada board and it looked really good, I'll have to try that next time. I skipped desserts but will have to try that next time as well. The decor was nice, service was prompt. Our server was attentive and always refilled waters when they were low. Sometimes parking out front can be a little hard but there's more parking in the back.

This was my first time here and it was so good! We were a large group of 14 but they were able to…read moreseat us all together outside. They had the fans and misters on so it was very comfortable. I chose my own dish and did Tony's steak meatballs with truffle mushroom sauce and strozzapreti pasta. The meatballs were 10/10, so yummy! It all was so good. The service was great and prompt despite our large group. They were even able to split the checks up for us. I went to the other side of the restaurant where they have gelato and other desserts. I got a couple of cannolis and they were delicious! I didn't try the gelato but they looked really good, I'll definitely try it next time!

Cafe Boa in Tempe has that cozy, neighborhood Italian feel that makes it easy to settle in and stay…read moreawhile. We tried several pasta dishes and everything came out rich, fresh, and full of flavor. The creamy gnocchi with mushrooms and spinach was especially good, and the red sauce pasta had a nice depth without tasting overly heavy. Portions were generous, and the pasta itself held up well under the sauces instead of getting lost in them. The cocktail was also a standout and had a fun spicy, citrusy kick. Service was relaxed and friendly, and the whole meal felt more personal than polished in a good way. A solid Tempe spot when you want comforting Italian food without the chain restaurant feel.

I took my team of 18 to dinner here after a long day of training. The location is great, and the…read morestaff who checked us in and got us seated were wonderful. Most of the experience was positive, and our servers were friendly and accommodating. Unfortunately, there were several issues that ultimately led me to leave a 2-star review. First, one of the pasta dishes had a piece of wire/rubber-like material in it. The server handled the situation appropriately, acknowledged the issue, and took the dish back to the kitchen for a remake. The person who ordered it then had to wait approximately another 7 minutes while the rest of the table already had their food. We were very understanding about the situation, especially since mistakes can happen. Second, a side salad that was ordered did not arrive until after the entrees had been served. At that point, it was too late for the guest to reasonably enjoy it, so we asked the server to take it back. The bigger disappointment came when I reviewed the bill. I was charged for two glasses of wine but only received one. I suspect this may have happened because I asked about the wine twice after waiting quite a while for it, but regardless of how it happened, I was charged for something that was never served. The pasta dish containing the foreign object was also still charged on the bill, as was the salad that had been taken back because it arrived too late. With a party of 18, I wasn't going to go around the table asking every team member exactly what they ordered or received just to reconcile the bill. I trusted that the final bill would accurately reflect what was actually served. It was also very clear that this was a business dinner with a large group. I don't want to assume that the billing errors were intentional or that anyone thought we wouldn't notice the additional charges. Regardless of how they happened, the charges were incorrect and should have been caught before the bill was presented. That's ultimately what was most disappointing. We were very understanding about the mistakes during the meal, and I would have expected the same level of attention to carry through when the bill was prepared. A dish containing a foreign object, a salad that was returned, and a glass of wine that was never received should not all remain on the final bill. For a large group, especially one spending a significant amount on a business dinner, I expect the final bill to be reviewed carefully and to accurately reflect what was actually served. Unfortunately, because of the combination of the food issue and the billing errors, I would not bring another large group here. I'm also doubtful that I would return personally. The location and staff were great, which is why I'm disappointed that the experience ended this way.

I always love coming here especially this location because they seem to be the only one serving the…read moreBlack Mediterranean mussels which is a must for me. I don't know why the other locations don't offer this as an option. Im not sure when they changed their Italian Farm salad to the Italian Cobb Salad but its very similar and still delicious and refreshing. This has some zucchini, green olives, sun dried tomatoes, cherry tomatoes, salami of a couple sorts, different cheeses, pistachio mortadella, mixed greens and oregano vinaigrette. I always go for the Roasted Salmon as it's a perfect balance of colors and taste. There were mixed in cauliflower and a bit of broccolini. I would definitely love to have more broccolini though. I ordered this as part of the summer menu which it comes with a choice of their daily soup (which was a creamy chicken soup on a Saturday), Sicilian meatballs, Cacio e Pepe, Simple Salad or Charcuterie plate. I went with the charcuterie plate which had a array of foccicia bread, pitted green olives in an olive mix of rosemary or thyme theme taste, sweetened figs over a soft cheese spread, pecorino cheese I think, candied nuts, a jalapeño forward pickled veggies such as carrots, cauliflower, prosciutto, speck (another type of prosciutto). Other dishes were kids Alfredo pasta, Margherita pizza and the ricotta cavatelli which has lump crab meat and shrimp, mint and lemon olive. Our server was absolutely 100 percent as well as the rest of the staff. This place used to do valet but when we came for lunch there was no valet which I appreciated as the lot is just a regular private parking. This still has the same set up as it was 10 years ago or so with the barnyard type of structure and an open kitchen. Oh how I missed coming to this specific location. I'm ready to eat here again!

The food is amazing the truffle bread and the spicey rigatoni !…read more The service is amazing ! And the ambiance is sooo pretty! Sucha cute eatery! I had got togo for my uncles birthday and they are really picky, but Chasity helped me pick safe yummy foods for them to enjoy

Blakely and Timmy and Jax all gave the best service. They were giving great recommend and had such…read moregreat conversations with everyone at the table.

Our dinner was so good! Our server Jorden was so sweet and welcoming to us. He knew the menu to a…read moretea and was able to give us a quick answer to everything. we WILL be back and definitely be requesting him as our server!

My coworkers and I swung by Spinato's for a team lunch. We've ordered pizzas from here many times,…read morebut only for carry out. We had not sat down to eat at the restaurant. The pizzas were always good, so we figured why not go eat there and try some other items. There were 12 of us, so we made sure to make a reservation ahead of time. Upon arriving, we had no issues. A couple of tables were ready and waiting for us. First impressions: The restaurant is big. There's a ton of space and seating. The vibes are nice. This location also has a big parking lot, so parking was not an issue at all. Once we were all seated, our waitress offered us drinks and gave us time to look through the menu. I must say, there's some pretty affordable happy hour items on there. However, I was really hungry and opted for a regular menu Toasted Da Vinci sandwich with a side of chips. No drink. The sandwich was delicious. I really liked it. The bread was toasted to perfection and it was quite flavorful. The chips were also excellent. They were perfectly crisp and seasoned. Probably some of the best I've had. The meal was a good portion and very filling (and I'm a big guy!). Overall, I had a good experience. I'd come here again for that sandwich.

Update: The pizza is still delicious and hot. You just can't…read morebeat the sauce. We love the chicken keto crust option. No pizza guilt! The meatballs are tender and the vodka sauce is tasty. The bartending really has taken a step backwards though. Instead of only one cheap Rye, now they have none. How do you make a Manhattan? Sazerac? I ordered an Old Fashioned and it came shaken with macerated luxardo and then strained. The pic below is a correctly made Manhattan from a couple years ago. The bartender gave us some great service and knows her stuff but the bar program doesn't get the attention it deserves. My wife says that it's a family pizzaria not a gastropub and to chill out. She is usually right.

Good local spot to enjoy some Italian food. Bartender was great and the atmosphere was good, could…read moreuse a little update but it didn't affect the food. I enjoyed the carpaccio to start and had the chicken parm for my main. Both were excellent and the red sauce was fresh and delicious. Enjoy!!!

I've been waiting to try La Locanda for a while now and it honestly did not disappoint!!!…read more I wanna start off by saying that the service I got from the second I walked in was amazing thank you to Kevin and Rafa! The atmosphere is warm and inviting, with just the right balance of elegance and comfort perfect for both a relaxed dinner and a special occasion. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the chef's passion for Italian cuisine. Every dish was amazing. I would definitely come back to try more of the Italian food. Chicken parm was 10/10 and the sausage and peppers 8.5/10 and the espresso martini was as a solid one 9/10 the garlic bread was 10/10

Cute and quaint spot with a beautiful outdoor space. I definitely plan on coming back when the…read moreweather cools down to enjoy the outdoor patio. For my drink, I ordered the Sgroppino Strawberry which was this delicious frozen drink. For our appetizer, we ordered the calamari which was tasty! For our main dish, we ordered the Provola e Pepe pizza which had tomato sauce, basil, smoked provola and black pepper.The flavor of the smoked cheese on the pizza was absolutely amazing! I cannot explain how delicious the pizza was!

First time at Cibo and it's right up there with places like Pizzeria Bianco and other artisan pizza…read moreplaces! Set in the cutest "neighborhood house" location, you'll usually find a long wait for one of their indoor tables but they have a ton of outdoor spots with misters for the cooler days. We started with calamari (amazing!) and then ordered the Lil Peppa and Capricciosa for pizzas. Add this place to your list next time!