Amazing food and John took such great care of our group. The meatballs are the best I have ever encountered. so much deliciousness!! We will definitely be repeat customers. read more

There doesn't seem to be any self parking so you have to valet. The cocktails were great, particularly the frozen grapefruit drink. We ordered the whipped ricotta appetizer which was lovely but there's a sweet component that isn't mentioned on the menu. I asked our server and he mentioned it has honey. I didn't care for that so much but the bread it came with was amazing. My eggplant Parm was fantastic and the cheesecake was very good too. It can get a bit loud in there and I think lunch is quieter if that matters to you. read more

We got iL Bracco on a Saturday -- good call, since by the time we sat down the place was already buzzing. We kept it simple: two entrees, two sides, split. Bolognese, chicken piccata, cauliflower, carrots -- exactly the right amount of food for two people who don't want to roll out the door. The lemon sauce excellent on both the piccata and the carrots, my two favorite dishes. Dessert is where they really showed off. We got the ice cream and the chocolate mousse, but the ice cream ,drizzled in olive oil, hit with sea salt , might be the best dessert I've had at a restaurant. It works. The room matches the food: mid-century interior, confident without being pretentious, without the club vibe a lot of Scottsdale restaurants lean on. Our server Kay was excellent from start to finish. Five stars. read more

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Overall a solid dinner! Stopped in on a Thursday night with a reservation for 7:30 pm and was surprised how busy it was. Despite having a reservation we had to wait probably another 15 minutes with no apologies for the delay. The interior is traditional and neat, somewhat resembling a hotel restaurant. It was bustling and busy with the bar in the middle of the restaurant when you walk in. Once seated, we ordered the meatballs which come with their focaccia and we had the option to add on a side of whipped ricotta as well. The meatballs were tasty and the focaccia and whipped ricotta was a great pairing as well. For our entrees, we ordered the spicy gemelli and bolognese. I also ordered a chicken cutlet on the side. Everything was solid and tasty! I wouldn't say the meal knocked my socks off but it was tasty and enjoyable. Service was good and the food came out quickly. The prices definitely lean more expensive for what it is, but I was happy to finally give this spot a try! read more

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Our second visit,. This time we brought our daughter. Great focaccia! I can't begin to tell you how many times we order focaccia and it's not...it's just bread. This is the real deal and we had two orders! I had a Caesar and the bolognese ...both excellent. My wife had a Caesar and the pesto rigatoni which she finished and our dater got a great sandwich called The Combo which was a really awesome Italian sub. She ate half and I had the other half the next day! Plus our rule is "they drink , I drive" and they got a nice bottle of wine...nice enough for lunch. Great ambiance, wait staff, food is excellent and free valet (don't forget to tip) . This place is in our rotation now. LOVE IT! Please try it! read more

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Sometimes in Scottsdale I worry restaurants are only good at the vibe and the food is subpar, but not here! il Bracco is wonderfully decorated and cozy, but also has excellent food to match. My boyfriend and I shared the chicken sandwich, the lasagna, and the pesto rigatoni. The chicken sandwich was so flavorful, and I loved that the breading was crispy but not super thick. Our server (Caleb? I think) let us know everything for the chicken sandwich is made in house, including the bun. This might be my favorite chicken sandwich in the valley. Next, the pesto rigatoni had a nice flavor and the housemade pasta had a nice texture. Last, the lasagna really surprised me! I liked the crispy bits and the flavors from the different sauces and cheeses. There's a slight sweetness to the lasagna that I really liked. The thing that stood out to me most about our visit was the teamwork! Multiple different people filled our waters, we had a different person take our drink order initially, and I noticed whoever was closest would grab our plates to clear the table. I love that it is truly a team effort to fill drinks, clear plates, run food, etc.! This made the service stand out to me. read more

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I hate that I can't remember our server's name because he was outstanding. In the past week since we have been to the restaurant, I've been raving about the service. The food was all delish. Even my kid's chicken sandwich. My husband and I both stole bites of it. The plaza salad was probably meant as a meal but we shared it because it just sounded so good - and it was the right decision. I don't have a picture of it but I also got the chocolate budino for dresser and it was *chefs kiss*. I already told my husband that I would like to go back to try other things on the menu and some other cocktails. Also so that I wouldn't have to share my dessert with the kiddos. read more

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Il Braaco was absolutely delicious! Beautifully decorated, upscale, and well priced. Our waiter, Jared, was fabulously enthusiastic-- a true wine connoisseur, he guided us to a great red wine with grape explanations and a tasting before we decided. He also helped with our meal decisions. The menu was very appealing, from salads to apps to entrees to pastas to desserts. We started with the homemade focaccia with whipped ricotta and the wild arugula salad. Three of us had the recommended Bolognese with lamb, beef, and pork ragu -- so fresh and tasty. One of us had the Amalfi Tuna with seared tuna and a delicious vinaigrette over arugula. For dessert, we had an outrageous vanilla ice cream with an olive oil drizzle (sounds gross but wow... it worked) and salted pistachios. Will definitely go back. One of the best meals I've had around town. read more

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Wow. Can't deny that I loved everything we ordered. Had to try the crudo and beef tartare. Both amazing but the beef tartare was maybe my favorite thing of the night. Drinks were also awesome. The Bracco and the Italian martini were top-tier. For entrees, we got the spicy gemelli and the one sheet lasagna. I've never been a lasagna person, but this was INSANELY delicious. Charred, and thin lasagna noodles, with amazing ingredients, especially the ricotta, was to die for. It is meatless, so if that matters to you, you should order some meatballs or something. But honestly it's not necessary. My favorite dish is chicken piccata. My wife won't eat it, so I ordered an extra entree to-go. It was amazing. Maybe my favorite entree despite the fact that it was reheated at home. If that wasn't enough, the cheesecake with its delicious crust was incredible. I hate to say it but Il Bracco more than lives up to the hype! read more

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This is a fairly new restaurant which is a chain from Texas, so we thought we would check it out. The pasta was great, but the reason for 3 stars was the service and the steak. Our server was nice but not super attentive. We had to ask several times to refill our water, I'm not sure why he didn't just leave the water jug at our table. They also kept bringing us dirty flatware. There was cold air blowing directly on our table so we were freezing, but it also made our food cold and less enjoyable. The Bolognese was very delicious. The vodka pasta was a bit dry. But the pasta itself is made in house and tastes good. My husband asked not to char the filet, but it still came out quite charred and our server said there was nothing the chef could do about it. What was also weird was that the broccolini was charred. The scallops were cooked well and the salad on top tasted good, but it didn't quite go with the scallops. I did think the dessert was quite good - we had an olive oil ice cream and tiramisu. Mediocre food and service; there are definitely better Italian restaurants, so will not return again. read more

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We chose this spot for a special occasion and it was great! First time for all of us and we did our research beforehand. The space has a sleek design and the lighting is dim, both are nice for an evening reservation. The service was stellar from all of the staff we interacted with. We got a booth at the top of the restaurant and its perfect for privacy and people watching. The drinks and food were excellent and plating/portions made it easy to share. I will mention the chicken piccata as a stand out. The martinis were nice and cold to cool down. A fun spot with elegant service and tasty food. read more

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I've been to this restaurant almost 10 times because the food, drinks, atmosphere, and most of the staff are absolutely amazing. It's honestly one of my favorite spots. The cocktails are delicious, the vibe is fun, and every experience I've had here up until now has been great. ATTENTION ‼ : The reason for the 4 star review instead of 5 is because of an interaction with a manager named Amanda that completely shocked me. Here's what happened: the restaurant had already closed, and there was only one other party left in the building who were also wrapping up and leaving. I was sitting at the bar finishing signing my check and filling out the tip. The bartender asked me something that made me laugh and yes, I do have a loud laugh. While I was literally signing the check preparing to leave, Amanda came up behind me, tapped me on the shoulder, gave me a disgusted look, and said: "You know you're not the only person in the restaurant, right?" I immediately apologized and said I was leaving now. Instead of leaving it there, she continued by telling me I was "so loud" and needed to "keep it down." I again said I understood and that I was literally on my way out. She then said, "I'm going to have to ask you to stop being obnoxious," and walked away. I was honestly stunned. Not only was the restaurant basically empty, but I was actively paying and leaving. The bartender even apologized to me afterward for how she spoke to me. I want to make it clear this review is not about the restaurant as a whole because I truly do love this place. The food and vibe are absolutely worth visiting for. But management matters, and the way Amanda spoke to a paying customer was unnecessarily rude and completely lacking basic hospitality or situational awareness. I hope the owners see this and provide some coaching on how to appropriately speak to guests and how to read the room before escalating a completely harmless situation. read more

il Bracco - Glass of wine at the bar - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Great ambiance, our server was super nice and helped us a lot with the menu. The interior really reminded me of Hillstone restaurants, very classy vibes. They have complementary valet since parking is a little tricky. The star of the show was the meatballs. The red sauce that it came with was phenomenal, perfectly balanced sweetness, tartness, and salty umami. It comes with a buttery, crispy yet bouncy focaccia, and we also got the whipped ricotta to try as well, which was a perfect way to try many of the appetizer items. We wanted to save the meatballs to eat with our pastas, but it was too hard to resist the piping hot meatball, they were gone before our next course came. The chopped salad was delicious, perfectly refreshing and the banana peppers added a perfect kick, while the fried garbanzo beans added a great crunch. All the pieces of this salad really did its job. For pastas we got the spicy vodka gemelli, and cacio e Pepe bucatini. They have a few options for protein (which aren't listed on the menu for some reason) but we opted out. They were definitely great, perfectly seasoned, but we have had better. Overall I would definitely recommend trying this place out, meatballs are a must try! read more

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If you're looking for the newest hot spot in Scottsdale, then look no further. il Bracco has a great vibe for your dinner and drinks. Definitely make a reservation because it is a packed house. The food was delicious and caters to all. read more

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Lovely spot for Sunday book club with the girls! We had some cocktails/wine, shared the focaccia (a must), and had some yummy lunch. It's such a nice, open space with the option to sit outside. The service was great - perfectly spaced out appetizers and entrees. Thank you Keishon for the fantastic serviThere is also complimentary valet, so no need to worry about parking. My favorites: Focaccia + The Plaza salad + the wine list Least favorite: Italian Sundae (too much olive oil for me personally, but I know some people love it!) read more

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We had a great experience at Il Bracco. The ambiance is great. Lots of in and outdoor seating and a huge bar. You will need to make a RSVP. Our server was Josie and she did a fantastic job helping us navigate the menu. The staff was a 10 out of 10. The food was decent. We got the fried artichokes and focaccia bread for an app. We enjoyed the sea bass. read more

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More then 5 stars would be fair - this place is incredible. Waiter - Sage, was extremely friendly and professional, whole staff was attentive during our dinner here last night. Place is the best atmosphere, sat outside and had a bunch of wine and food cannot wait to go back so pumped this place is right down the road from me now. Apps - foccacia , meatballs, broccolini, foccaciia bread and meatballs are incredible Entrees - I had the gemelli and added chicken holy sh one of the best pasta dishes I've had, probably top pasta dish for me in the valley will 100 percent get again. Mom got the piccata - they loved it. Amazing place, so happy they're crushing, very well deserved you can just tell they know what they're doing. Could not recommend enough! read more

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My new favorite place because I can get steak and pasta with no critiques. Prices were reasonable , hope they stay that way. Amazing peppered char on the Strip, cooked to the perfect medium rare; lasagna was great too but no meat in it so I got meatballs to pair. The lamb in the meatballs was a nice gamey touch. I think they use the same ricotta from the focaccia appetizer. Only thing was the ricotta was a little too sweet for appetizer but the focaccia was crunchy and soft at the same time. Portions were more than enough, love that they don't skimp. Will be back. read more

il Bracco - NY Strip, Lasagna, Side of Meatballs - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Only open for a couple weeks now and we managed to score a reservation. Our server was Sage - he was fantastic. But I appreciate the team approach in service. Everyone was nice and full of personality. Sage nows the menu well well and he managed to be attentive on a busy Saturday night. The food was high quality with an innovative approach. There were some options that you don't see often. I especially loved the way the lasagna was made - that was a whole vibe! While we waited for our table, we got espresso martinis. It was one of the best I have had in a very long time!!! Bravo!! And the bartender was a delight. What they need to work on: the napkin roll was dirty, then when they brought a new set up, the fork was dirty with crusty food. Can't wait to be back! read more

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Still thinking about the great experience, wonderful service, and terrific food. The standout dishes were the meatballs, gemeli pasta with red sauce, and the chicken piccata was out of this world. The fried artichokes were good, but half of it was just kind of semi burnt flakes, but the amazing aïoli made up for it. Definitely looking forward to returning. Had a bit of a glitch with the valet, so will try to avoid using them next time. We needed a Disability spot, but valet had parked cars in those spaces that did not have Disability placards or plates. When asked about this, the valet said - "we don't have disability spots on the weekends"! Kind of absurd and completely inappropriate, but management more than made up for it The valet is not a reflection of the Restaurant as they are a third-party service. read more

il Bracco - Chicken piccata - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Stopped at IL Bracco to meet Ari. Have to say...this place doesn't run as smoothly as say...a Hillstone. It seems like they have a lot of people in training, or in need of training. Great front desk people though! Pasta...overcooked. High points...Their namesake drink, The IL Bracco...frozen grapefruit and Aperol...perfect today. And the steak tartare...great presentation. Artichokes...disappointed. This definitely isn't Houston's w beautifully grilled half's. It's a muddle of mediocrity. But, I'll come for the drink...in the bar (lovely)...skip the food. read more

il Bracco - The IL Bracco - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Took my mother in law here for a quick lunch yesterday and let me tell you this food is incredible. I I'll be thinking about the pasta until I have it again lol I'm soo mad I can't remember our servers name, she was amazing!! Immediately we felt like we have known her for years! She is from Ohio like my husband and mother in law so if she is seeing this, she knows it's about her the restaurant is beautiful they have an open cooking area and I just love that!! read more

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Beautiful space. Always a bit hesitant to try a place soon after opening but this place was a pretty well oiled machine (the one pet peeve is having a reservation but still needing to wait 15 minutes but such is life) - food timing wasn't rushed, servers were knowledgeable and friendly, wine was reasonably marked up and everything was delicious. Eggplant Parmesan was delicious- we asked for bread to dip into the sauce, pesto pasta was perfectly cooked and incredibly flavorful and some of the best white beans I've had as a side dish. 100% will return. read more

il Bracco - Olive oil ice cream. Just do it - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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This place is so so good. The Caio de peppo is perfect, however the Il lemonn is even better. Must start with the buratta is you can have cheese read more

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We really enjoyed everything about our recent visit. The atmosphere and building are exceptional. The hostess was friendly and welcoming, and, with a reservation, seated quickly. Our waiter, Caleb, was friendly and helpful. His pacing through out dinner was perfect, we never felt rushed. The place was extremely busy, but, service was great. Our entrees, the Bolognese was excellent, flavorful and the pasta was perfectly cooked. The Eggplant was equally excellent. We started with splitting the Kale salad, which was a little too tart, but fresh and included shaved fennel. We did not have desert, next time. We look forward to returning, and, suggest you make a reservation... read more

We enjoyed dinner here. Inside is definitely more upscale vibes. We got the kale salad, the roasted chicken dish, and the limone pasta. The pasta was just OK, but I really enjoyed the chicken dish and the rice dish that came with it. There are several things on the menu that looked good though so if they come back to try some other items. read more

il Bracco - Roasted chicken - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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My friend and I were so excited to try this new place. So dissatisfied with the wait time even though we had reservations. We met friends there. I had made 6:00PM OpenTable inside dinner reservations for a party of 4 weeks ago. My friend and I arrived to see the parking lot already filled... no problem FREE valet parking which was nice. We were 10 minutes early for our 6:00PM reservation. We checked in with the hostess and was told "your table is just finishing up and you will be seated shortly." Our friends arrived promptly at 6:00PM, my friend checked in with the hostess again and we were told "we are cleaning up the table." 6:25PM, still waiting outside, my friend spoke to the hostess to ask to speak to the manager. The manager came out 10 minutes later. She apologized and offered us a table outside and if we still wanted inside, the wait would be an additional 10 minutes longer. REALLY? We did not want to sit outside. By the time we were seated inside at a booth it was 6:45PM. We were offered complimentary cocktails while we waited in the parking lot... sipping cocktail in a parking lot was not my thing so we waited till we sat down to take advantage of the offer. OK now for the UPSIDE of our experience. Once we sat down Hailey our server introduced her self and made the rest of the evening very enjoyable. We all started with our complimentary cocktails and was also given a complimentary order of the Housemade Focaccia. BTW the ASTI 76 is a wonderful cocktail. Appetizers that were ordered was the Whole Leaf Caesar Salad and Steak TarTare. Entrees were the Chicken Picatta, Eggplant Parm, Spicy Gemelli and the Bolognese. Service of drinks and delivery of orders were perfect, the dishes were all presented well and tasted great! Our water glasses were never empty. Hailey was very attentive. The food, service and atmosphere were great... the wait was a turnoff to make me not want to come back again unfortunately. read more

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Tried the steak tartar, eggplant Parmesan and spicy gamelli pasta. Food was good but nothing out of this world. Portions were small and menu seemed limited. Not a bad place but definitely better Italian spots in the valley. read more

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We've been looking to try Il Bacco since it opened and finally found a night that worked for everyone. First, there is no other option than to valet at the restaurant so just keep that in mind when driving. From the outside, it looks like a nice upscale restaurant. Inside is kind of plain and more like a sports bar without decor. The patio looks directly at the parking lot with no foliage separating you and the cars so you are looking at pavement and cars. We arrived and were greeted by the nicest hostesses. Everyone was so pheasant with smiles and sweet attitudes. We booked 6:30pm reservations and were sat immediately despite how crowns was at the time. We were sat in a booth in the back which was great. The booths sit a little elevated so you have a complete view of the restaurant. I ordered a dirty martini and my friend ordered a lemon drop. She loved her lemon drop but my dirty martini tasted like it was mixed in the lemon drop shaker. It was terrible, but by the time our server came back to take our food order, I didn't want to make a fuss and just decided to let it go. It was ferry difficult to hold a conversation with the noise level. They need some type of sound cushion or ceiling. It's terrible. My husband ordered the BOLOGNESE $29. Mafaldine, house-made beef, lamb, and pork ragu, and Reggiano. He said he really enjoyed it. Flavorful and tasty. I ordered the CACIO E PEPE $23. Bucatini, cracked black pepper, and Pecorino. Honestly it was very dry with no flavor. Disappointing. Our friend ordered the EGGPLANT PARM $25. Crispy eggplant, fresh mozzarella, and our house tomato gravy. She said it was very good. CENTER CUT FILET $62. Hand-cut USDA Prime, broiled, served with polenta and asparagus. Prices appear reasonable except the filet. It is overpriced. I'm on the fence but will give it another try once they have been open a bit longer. They need to fix the noise issue. No excuse for not having some type of sound cushion system for this small space. No one likes yelling while trying to have a nice meal and dining experience. read more

What a beautiful spot! Located in the heart of Scottsdale close toFashion Square, Mall. I really loved it here, the service and everyone was dressed so nicely. But we're really stole the show was the fresh pesto pasta and the chicken sandwich. The food was absolutely delicious and I will be dreaming about that pesto pasta for a while! read more

il Bracco - Asti 76 and patron marg cocktail - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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This is my new go to place in Scottsdale!! The service is always great and the bartenders are top notch. I love their meatballs, seafood crudo, pesto rigatoni, and spicy gemelli. Their drinks are top notch and always hit the spot! read more

Food was amazing, service was even better (we love Kassie) and the restaurant is beautiful. Restaurant had a beautiful packed house with in door/ outdoor seating and it was a great time. Cant wait to go back. read more

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I love love love this place. Meatballs, chicken piccata, all of the pastas, the il bracco slushie drink, mozzarella tomatoes...I haven't had a dish I didnt LOVE. The service is great, they brought all of their servers in from their existing restaurants so it was pretty flawless. Now for the design. Flawless. Perfection...the art omg the art. OMG THE ART. It's part restaurant, part gallery. I LOVE IT I WANT TO LIVE HERE. I cant wait to go again and again. read more

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Had reservations for 4pm on a Saturday. Saying this place was busy would be an understatement. We were seated at a cozy booth and given some time to gander over the plentiful menu. Started off with the house made focaccia and crispy artichokes. The bread was absolutely amazing and the whipped ricotta took it to a grand level. The crispy artichokes were so tasty and the dip complimented them so well. For our mains, we went with the jumbo seared scallops, one sheet lasagna, NY strip steak, whole leaf Caesar salad, cacio e pepe, and extra sides of heirloom carrots, and cauliflower. Scallops were cooked to perfection and the included salad was a nice addition. The steak was so delicious that the plate was picked clean (it was charred ever so nicely with a wonderful crust). Honestly, everything we ordered was delicious and we would order again without hesitation. Our server, Parker, did a splendid job making sure we were well taken care of; food was delightful, and provided complimentary valet service made for a pleasant experience. Definitely will be back. read more

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Went to il Bracco for the first time yesterday evening and it was delicious! The service was great across the board, they were attentive and friendly. We enjoyed cocktails and mocktails and some notable favorite items were the focaccia appetizer and the chicken picatta! read more

il Bracco - Chicken picatta sub broccolini for the side. Delish! - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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First time in and cant wait to come back! Started with the crudo and the frozen bracco. Drinks were delicious, crudo was just okay, however the spicy gemelli and the ny strip were absolutely on point! The presentation was good and the service was wonderful. Miles took good care of us! read more

il Bracco - Spicy Gemelli and the perfectly cooked med-rare NY strip - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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Il Bracco Restaurant is an upscale Italian restaurant that just opened in Scottsdale. The housemade pasta is fantastic. The chain is very popular in Texas and is the most booked restaurant on Open Table in Dallas. It was packed when we arrived at 7:30. Reservations highly recommended. Many of their dishes feature olive oil from Queen Creek Olive Mill, including the yummy ice cream dessert. Our server Lexi was amazing. So was the rest of the staff. The assistant manager stopped by to see how everything was. We had the meatballs, salmon, and spicy vodka pasta with chicken. It was all very good! Their signature drink, The Bracco, is a frozen greyhound. Tasty! Parking is at a premium nearby, but they did offer valet parking. We will definitely be back. The lunch menu looks just as good. read more

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First of all credit where credit is due, this place is beautifully designed. the dining room is stunning and the booths are very cozy. The steak tartare was a clear standout and extremely delicious along with the focaccia bread. Great place for a date night. That being said the rest of the food was a little underwhelming for the price you pay. the vodka pasta was pretty bland and the steak i received was slightly sub-par considering how many good steak houses are in the area. overall not a bad place but sadly i just left there desiring a little bit more. read more

Il Bracco can turn a table faster than anyplace else. I've been a couple times now for dinner, and am seriously impressed how every employee interaction has only one pupose - to move the customer along and out the door. Il Bracco is the perfect restaurant for lunch or a pre-event meal, because they will get you out on time...or early. Cocktails are very good and that signature Bracco cocktail is one of my favorite in town with its prominent grapefruit flavor. The menu isn't long but has a good selection of rethought italian dishes, sandwiches pasta and meat. The food is good, not great, but does the trick if you're in a hurry. I can't say Il Bracco would be good for a special occasion or date night, unless you have somewhere to be afterward, because the service is so impersonal. read more

FAB. U. Lous. Yesenia was my server-- so personable and sweet. I tasked her with choosing either the salad or the Bolognese pasta for me. Smart girl chose the pasta, it was incredible. All of the pasta are handmade here each morning. A balanced sauce, not too salty, the noodles were ideal texture. The Il Bracco cocktail was fresh, red, grapefruit juice in a frozen greyhound, absolutely incredible. I will be back in to order so many more things. Just come here. Sit on the patio it's lovely. read more

il Bracco - BOLOGNESE PLEASE!!! - Italian Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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