Doesn't live up to the 4-5 average star hype. I can def appreciate the creativity and thought that went into the overall concept and interior design. Just feels a little too much and here's why... The reservation process requires a card on file and charges $25 PER PERSON for no shows. They publish "don't assume it's ok to change your party size" but we had 4 person high top and there were only 2 of us. So if we had a 3rd wheel it would have been fine. The stools used with the high tops are super uncomfortable... Our server was nice but just ok. She thought the Rose was sparkling but turned out it wasn't so she came back to check if we still wanted it or change the drink order. Changed to white wine and it didn't come until after our appetizer. I had to ask her to check on the wine... Food wise, it was 50/50. The bacon wrapped dates were GREAT. Def get these! Ordered the creamy lemon lobster pasta for my entree and it was super bland. Also, before ordering I wanted to swap the noodle type and that was not allowed. Our server said it's because the chef creates each dish to make sure the flavors go perfectly together WELL please consider reworking the lobster pasta because it's not good! And tbh, swapping the noodles wouldn't have helped. Prices weren't cheap so the food should be better. Initially, I saw an IG story about how cute this place was so wanted to check it out but the food wasn't good enough to go back. read more

Society - Creamy lemon lobster pasta - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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We went to this location for my daughter's birthday on Sunday, December 29. We reviewed the restaurant via TikTok, yelp, and Google prior to attending . The restaurant takes reservations, but you have to use a credit card to make the reservation reservations, which we're not a big fan of because anything could happen. So we decided to show up and wait our time was about an hour for our table, but we received our table in under 30 minutes . Our entrées we order for : the hamburgers with fries, the mushroom pasta with steak, the pesto pasta with shrimp, the lobster pasta, and the chicken Alfredo. Everything was good, but if you're not a mushroom lover, do not get the mushroom pasta and wish the pasta automatically came with me instead of having to add it for additional cost. Overall, the decor of the restaurant is absolutely beautiful the service Great. We also received a complementary dessert for our daughter's birthday. Just a suggestion for the restaurant to except Apple Pay as a form of payment it looks like that was an option to make the reservation with Apple Pay, but they do not accept it to make the purchase for the dinner which is a little confusing . read more

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The food was good but not great. Large portions with a lot of sauce. We were seated quickly and the service was good too. The website photos make the restaurant look more upscale than it really is. If you want a casual Italian restaurant then Society is your place. read more

Love love love this spot. It's open late and has the perfect aesthetic. Service can be slow at times but always great customer service. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a yummy drink this is the spot. The pasta is delicious. The whipped feta is a must and the lemon drop and espresso martinis are a 10/10. read more

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It was pretty late Sunday evening, like past midnight and my friends were hungry. We were in the area so I recommended this place because I knew they were open late. I've been here a couple of times before and love the vibe and food. It was all of their first time in here and they loved it! Order for the table: Shrimp Pesto Pasta x3 Whipped Feta Dip Arancini Bacon Wrapped Dates I always get the whipped feta here because it's so good! I wasn't too hungry so that was all I ordered. I did have a bite of my friend's pasta and that had good flavor. Arancini wasn't bad. I don't eat bacon so I skipped that appetizer. Everyone said they loved each dish and would come back again! The decor in here is really cute. Service was great and food didn't take too long to come out at all. It's a great spot for a date night or a girl's night out read more

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Stopped by here before seeing a show at tempe improv. Id have to say the location is phenomenal! A nice little fancy-ish dinner and just walk right over! I got the penne vodka pasta sauce and asked for lots and lots of cheese please as I love a lot of cheese on my pasta. They did not disappoint! The pasta had a little kick to it as well, but it want bad. I normally don't like spicy foods but this wasn't terribly spicy. Travis was our waiter and did an excellent job on checking up on us and taking care of us. I aabsolutely love the floral decorations, lights, and chandeliers. Will definitely have to come back for sure! I also didn't know it was the sister restaurant to EVO. I love both places! Such pretty decor. read more

Society - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I have had Society on my list of must-try places for a while now and I was so excited to finally eat there last night. We made a reservation for Friday night earlier this week, which I highly recommend, as everyone who checked in around when we did said they had reservations. I LOVED my pesto pasta. It was so decadent and rich, I ended up sharing some of it with my date since I couldn't finish it as it was so filling. I also had a glass of moscato which was delicious. The inside of this restaurant is gorgeous. It's definitely the perfect place for a birthday or anniversary dinner. I loved all of the lights inside. 10/10 - will be back again! read more

Society - SHRIMP PESTO PASTA - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

This place is located on NE corner of University and Rural near ASU. There is a large parking lot on the back side which is where the entrance is located. As you can see in the photos, it is more of take your date to impress her/him. Probably more for ASU students, younger crowd. We got the ahi tuna starter which was fairly small, definitely an appetizer, cannot be used as a meal. Sorry all the photos came out blurry but generally, the servings were fairly small, especially considering the price. The Society burger was about as expected for an upscale burger. The chicken alfredo was also as expected. The duck meatloaf actually tasted like real meatloaf so that was a plus. Overall good for dates, date night, especially if in your 20s. But small portions for the price. read more

Great Food ...great service ... nice ambiance ...not too loud Must try the tartare and mussels read more

Spent my birthday here a few months ago. Very accommodating and the food is delicious. As are the drinks. Beautiful ambiance. Highly recommend. read more

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I was pretty disappointed with my experience at Society, especially since it was my birthday and I was hoping for a fun night out. Their website clearly stated that on Monday nights starting at 10pm, wine glasses are $6. When I asked about it, the first barback told me it was only on Tuesdays, then checked with the bartender who insisted it wasn't a thing at all. After it was escalated to management, we finally did get the $6 wines -- but the whole situation was handled with unnecessary attitude. The bartender was dismissive and rude, and when I asked if they accepted Apple Pay, he snapped back that there was a sign outside saying they don't. Totally fine if that's the policy, but the way it was said came off harsh and unprofessional. It really felt like he was upset about being wrong about the promotion and tried to assert dominance instead of just offering good service. Overall, the atmosphere could have been enjoyable, but the service left a bad taste in my mouth -- and being treated that way on my birthday made it even more disappointing. read more

Society - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Food was good but it was not hot room temperature. Cute place bring a jacket very cold menu on the wall and online is not up to date.

Great service. Awesome vibe. Delicious food! This place would make the perfect date night. The whipped ricotta appetizer which was delicious and same with the mushroom pasta. The pasta is green which makes it more unique. read more

Stoped by here before a comedy show. The ambience is amazing and so beautiful. Loved all the flower accents hanging from the ceiling. There were about three other tables of people, pretty slow for a Sunday. Service was extremely slow....took 25mins from ordering the food to get a bottle of wine. However, this $35 charcuterie board with a bottle of wine was amazing! Absolutely a hit! And they were kind enough to give us extra bread and crackers to scoop up all the delish cheeses. Take away, service was lacking. But that food will have me coming back maybe not with time restrictions though. read more

Society - Charcuterie board - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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I hosted a large work party here with 15 people. Service was great and they did not rush us at all. The drinks were delicious and we got lots of apps for the table which was also great! Highly recommend. The inside is adorable for photos for a girls night as well! read more

We came here on a Thursday evening to celebrate our son's graduation. There were 10 of us with no reservations, and although we waited nearly an hour, it was totally worth it, especially since it was all planned last minute. While waiting, we grabbed seats at the bar and enjoyed the vibe. The space isn't very large, but it has such a warm, romantic, and stylish atmosphere, super cute and cozy! The music was upbeat and jamming, setting a great tone for the evening. I ordered a couple of cocktails, The Floor is Guava and The Bloody Prick, both were delicious! For dinner, I had the Pound O' Mussels with pasta and WOW... that sauce is out of this world. So flavorful and rich! My daughter loved it so much she ordered two servings of the mussels and devoured them. My husband went with the Pasta Alla Vodka with blackened chicken, which was also amazing. This spot is chic, intimate, and perfect for a date night or special gathering. We'll definitely be back the next time we're in town! read more

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Had a colleague in town so I took the team out for a business dinner this week. I've been to Society a while back and decided it was due for another visit. The vibe inside is great and inviting...the unique features hanging from the ceiling, the lighting...and other cool items to keep the space interesting and fun while chill music is playing throughout. It's a great date spot, casual business dinner or just a relaxing place to have a drink with friends. I ordered the mushroom pasta (really good!), and we had the feta dip (also yum), meatballs (good) and bacon wrapped dates (bomb!). I was a bit skeptical on the dates but they were easily my fav by far! The service was amazing at our table. Tess was an all star and took care of us perfectly. On a scale of 1 - 10, I'd recommend you check Society out, you'll love it! read more

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I've sat on this a bit because I want to be fair, but I can't go higher than a 2. We enjoyed the ambiance and our table. The decor is a bit over the top but in a fun way and the black lights over the tables are great for reading the menus. It really sets a vibe. We ordered drinks -- plenty to choose from - and asked if there was any bread to order. We all wanted salads before our meals and wanted some bread to go with. I was verging on hangry but didn't want any of the appetizers so bread seemed a great option. We were told yes but it's just plain bread. No olive oil or butter is available. Well, so be it, we ordered the plain bread. Then we ordered salads and our entrees. The house salad is listed as having: Arugula | Mixed Greens | Balsamic Cherry Tomato | Pickled Onion | Ricotta | Lemon Vinaigrette I don't care for balsamic so I asked about leaving the balsamic tomatoes off. When my salad was delivered, it had no dressing at all. It was just a bowl of dry lettuce. I don't recall there being ricotta but I'm not sure. But it was 100% dry lettuce. Here's where it really starts to go downhill. I am HANGRY. The bread we ordered with drinks (before salads) still hasn't arrived and I just have dry lettuce. I sit there with dry lettuce for 20 minutes because there's just no servers anywhere. Finally she comes back and I explain the issue and she tries to tell me that's because I said no balsamic and that is the dressing for the salad. I point out that the salad was listed as having lemon vinaigrette, and she disagrees! Finally, she does go and get me lemon vinaigrette and our bread. The lemon vinaigrette is amazing and the only reason I'd ever come back here. The bread is... plain bread. As we knew. But how odd for a place like this to not offer some sort of great bread to go with salad and pasta. It's the same bread that comes with the cheese apps so now I know. Our pastas arrive. They are fine. I had the mushroom pasta which was just ok. It didn't have that many mushrooms in it. It did have some flowers on top which is cute, but when I asked for fresh pepper, we got the old pepper like from a diner. I think even Olive Garden has fresh pepper! I find it bizarre for a place charging $28 for a mushroom pasta and putting flowers on it not to have fresh pepper. I took most of my pasta home and added Trader Joe's frozen mushroom medley to it which really improved it. I would absolutely come back for the salad with the lemon vinaigrette and maybe try a dessert, but overall needs improvement, especially at the prices. read more

The decor was different but was a nice vibe and chance of scenery. Very whimsical-like. Most of the food was great. I wasn't too impressed with the Hamachi Crudo personally. I felt the flavors weren't coming together for me. the crispy chicken burrata was delicious...minus the spaghetti. the sauce was on the pasta is not for me. I think that it would be worth substituting the spaghetti for the vodka sauce on anything (papperadalle was delish). The perk is they make almost everything in house, specifically the pasta. I'd definitely return. the service was decent too. read more

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I came into Society for a little girl dinner (read as: I ordered appetizers and cocktails). The space is is very floral and cute. Definitely a good spot to check out. It appeared that they had a couple of large parties in there so this could be a good place to go if you need a group reservation. Food and drinks were good. Bacon wrapped dates were amazing.The charcuterie board was good. I would want to come back and actually eat an entree next time read more

I give Society a 3.8 because I adored the food and I recognize the lapse in service I had wasn't a true reflection of what they have to offer! However, I'm only going to speak on what I experienced. We had a 9:30 reservation we were a few minutes early for, the host told us they were getting table ready. We sat around 9:37 in a high top table near the bar. 2 waters were brought to the table with no acknowledgement to us. And 10 minutes went by without us getting service. Bar tender came to take our order seemed annoyed, but we gave our orders and then we received the whipped feta dip, 10/10, the flavors of the toppings with the feta was amazing and the warm bread and green apples were the perfect accompanying dippers. The pesto pasta 8/10, it's was delicious, but very oily The Caesar salad 8/10 with blackened shrimp very delicious Not pictured was the strawberry swirl cheesecake 9.5/10 Once we had ordered food the bartenders were attentive, but the initial wait and then the nonchalant attitude about us celebrating a birthday was sub par... The food was worth the price, the environment was amazing. read more

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The first thing to love about Society is the decor. It's got a flower-garden-at-night kind of feel to it with flowers hanging from the ceilings and and on the walls. There are absolutely gorgeous chandeliers, some neon lights, and a fantastic mural on the wall of the bar. We had a reservation and we're seated immediately in the front dining room. We have only sat in the bar area in the past, and it is definitely a different feel. Our server was helpful and friendly, and helped me to decide what to get. This is the place where I learned to love mezcal, so of course I had to get a mezcal cocktail. Both of our cocktails were delicious! I wasn't very hungry, so I got an order of meatballs from the appetizer section, along with some grilled asparagus. The order actually had three large-ish meatballs that were cooked in a red sauce and then topped with a balsamic glaze. It was served with with three pieces of Italian bread. My asparagus was absolutely fantastic, with just the right amount of char. I didn't finish either order - - Believe it or not the meatballs and about half of the asparagus was plenty for me. Hubs got the marg pasta, and why was it delicious! The shrimp was large and tender and that sauce was amazing. I'll definitely consider getting that dish on our next visit. This place is a good date night place. We will continue to come back again and again. read more

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We stopped into Society for a date night. Parking was a bit crazy between a comedy show and Trader Joe's but there were still spots in the lot. The interior of Society is interesting--dark colors, big chandeliers. First thing the hostess tells us after seating us, is they're fully booked so we have a an hour and a half time limit on the table. Like, I get it, but also not the best first impression. Our server was great--checked in, gave us time with the menu. The wine list looked solid. Grateful for an NA beer. We started with the potato croquettes. The croquettes themselves were fine. I thought the sauce they were in wasn't great. It was a tomato sauce but it tasted like it had adobo in it, which just gave it a weird flavor--kind of a bitter undertone--when the croquettes needed more brightness. I got the mussels for my main course. Huge serving, well cooked, the crostini were good. But again, the sauce didn't do it for me. I like spice. But I also want to taste my food. I feel like there should be a certain delicacy to the broth mussels are served in and when done right, you should want to drink it. This was just overwhelmingly spicy tomato sauce. Also, while the playlist was great, it was loud. I think I was just not into the vibe as a whole. Overall, for the price point (around $100-1 app, 2, entrees, 2 drinks) I wasn't impressed. read more

Society - POUND O' MUSSELS - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Came here to celebrate a friend's birthday while in town. The ambiance is cute, on the second floor. We got the floor is guava cocktails and they were pretty good. For entrees we all got the lobster pappardelle. It was pretty average, nothing special. We all thought so. The desserts were pretty good. If you go - skip the lobster pappardelle. The cocktails are good. read more

Society - Floor is Guava - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Nice ambience and good service. Wanted the beef Ragu however they told us the menu was changing and they no longer offered it. Overall, food was excellent and would try again once menu changes. read more

Society - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

I visit the area several times a year and this is one of my favorites. It's beautiful, service is spectacular and food is always amazing!

Love this place, food and vibe is amazing And the service is 5 stars plus Would go there again n again read more

I came here for Valentine's Day for a date for me and my fiancé. I wasn't expecting it to be this nice. I do mind you. It is on the second floor and there is parking in front of the building so don't stress on trying to find parking near they had great music and the food was beyond amazing. They didn't have one of the desserts so they put an alternative on It's place. I would recommend this place again. read more

Society - Tres leches carrot cake - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Can't stress this enough- this place has gluten free penne pasta and it was delicious!!! I got the pesto pasta (gf) and the blackened shrimp was to die for! The society fries had the perfect blend of spices! Highly recommend and I will definitely return! read more

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This was an interesting place! Many places struggle to decorate enough or tie it all together. The decorators of Society do not have this problem. Everywhere you look, there are things hanging from the walls and ceiling. It's dark with splashes of light and color. I couldn't help but just look around constantly. The music was decent but loud and I did discover a couple covers. The food was pretty good, but very expensive for what it was. The potato croquettes were good but had a strange smoky tangy flavor that I couldn't quite place. For my entree, I got the golden chicken which was also good. No hard-to-place flavors there. Overall it was a solid dinner, but felt like it was on the pricey side for what the food delivered. read more

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On our way to see Hamilton at ASU Gammage, we decided to stop in to Society. It was early, so no reservation was necessary. Not wanting to sit through a long show on an over-full stomach, we decided to share an appetizer and entree. We started with the meatball appetizer. The meatballs were moist and delicious. The house-made sauce with basil oil and balsamic reduction pushed the taste buds to the edge! So good! We shared the burger and delicious fries. Two thumbs up, with a definite "would order again" review. The place is eclectically decorated- comes together nicely. The bar has full service food and was charming. I will certainly be back. Great place with excellent service. What else do you want? read more

Society - meatball appetizer- I could swim in that balsamic reduction...mmmmm - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Wow this place is a VIBE. Great for date nights. It's in an odd shopping/food complex but you go up outside stairs and the inside is magical. I love the blues and purples and the hanging flowers just make you go "wow". Our server was very attentive and the food came out so fast. We both got the chicken Alfredo but I had mine with gluten free pasta of course. I asked and no, they don't make their gf pasta in house (I've only been to one place that has) and yet it's still $4 more, but that's gluten free living. I hadn't had Alfredo in who knows how many years but it was to die for. So cheesy and I love cheese. Would have liked maybe a few more chicken pieces but there was a lot of sauce which I deeply love. My date's pasta definitely looked homemade, wish I could have tried! I had a glass of rose, a sweet touch with dinner. read more

Society - Inside area, magical! - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Date night for a couple that hadn't gone out for 6yrs after having kids. We were long overdue, to say the least. I made a reservation for 445pm, but very much did not need it at that hour. Oh well, I'm old and wanted to play it safe. Place is right next to the Improv. The line actually runs right in front of the door so you'll probably have to go through the line to get in the door. Improv bouncers generally keep the doorway open so that is good. Inside is low lights and pretty cool. If we didn't sit by the back window then it would have felt a little less 5pm and a little more like a swanky 7pm dinner but that is ok. Service was on point. Not too often and not leaving us hanging. He was fun when he was there. Wife got the Pasta Alla Vodka and me the filet mignon. Both good although I would not get the filet again as it did not justify its $52 price tag. The steak was cooked very well, it just lacked in flavor. For drinks wife got the Cucumber Express and I had a Socie-Tea and a Bloody Prick. The Express was very smooth and refreshing. Something that I see being at home next to you at a pool party. The Tea felt more speakeasy with the bourbon while the Prick was a little more smooth. All felt fairly strong but still tasted very good. They had some nice music going with some nice bass, but not overpowering. I'd be interested to see how this place looks at night. I would definitely go again. read more

Society - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

Came here for happy hour on a Friday and can I just say, the place is beautiful. We grabbed drinks and checked out the menu. The menu was fine but not vegan friendly at all. What a great place to take a date or special occasion (non vegan) lol. The bartenders are great and attentive. They bill themselves as a late night stop off, so you can go late- they're open til 2am! Parking is pretty bad so if you are meeting someone add time in to find a parking spot. If you want to go somewhere with an unbelievable ambience go to Society. Oh! And it's next door to Tempe Improv so make a night of it! read more

Our last and final celebration for our WP Kerry business school graduation involved a reservation here tonight before the ceremony. They open at 4 PM, so we had plenty of time for a leisurely snack and dinner before we needed to be at the stadium. I will say the hostess was not the friendliest, but once we were seated, service was exceptional, the food was fantastic and the atmosphere here cannot be beat. My daughter ordered the chicken Alfredo, my other daughter ordered the salmon and my husband ordered a burger. The portions all looked very large, so I just ordered a half a Caesar and shared everyone else's meals so I can state with certainty, the food was fantastic!. They have an extensive cocktail list and we enjoyed the guava drink especially. I would imagine this place is quite hopping later on in the evening as the candlelight ambience is really pretty. The bill with drinks was $190 before tip, so not inexpensive, but it was worth it. Definitely a great spot for a celebration. read more

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The restaurant was overall amazing! The service was phenomenal, the food and drinks came out quick, and everything was the perfect temperature. The atmosphere was adorable with the lights and hanging flowers. The mushroom pasta with steak bites was delicious and the portion size was enough for dinner and lunch the next day. We came for our anniversary and got a specialty menu saying "Happy Anniversary." It was such a nice touch! They have a cute front table that is big enough for large parties or a small event and I will definitely be planning a corporate happy hour there soon! Can't wait to go there again! read more

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Service was prompt and professional. Our server had great knowledge of the menu and made several recommendations. The food was ok- the question that I ask is if I make this dish, can I do this as well or better than the restaurant, and with the cocktails and appetizers, Society produces a better product than I could; however, when it came to their salmon dish and rigatoni dish, my wife looked across the table and told me that she prefers the version I fix at home. read more

We love the ambience here ! So pretty ! Nice place for a date night or come for a girls night ! Food and drinks were good. They are opened late every night ! That's a plus ! Service was great as well! read more

Society - Mussles - Italian Near Me - Tempe, Arizona

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Too busy !! Nice ambiance ,small waiting area for the slow seating of guests I have been her several times and the restaurant seems to be over booked and running behind each time. It's a long wait for your reservation then a rushed and annoying experience. Forever to get your cocktails it's super loud and it will stay busy because it's the only nice restaurant in The plaza next to the Improv. The food is fine but don't come starving you will have to wait read more

We came here for a company dinner (18 people) and it was great! Service was attentive and honestly super helpful. They had a hiccup where a ticket was lost resulting in delayed meals for a few people but they were so apologetic and kept us updated. It wasn't a big deal but I appreciated their communication about it. For appetizers, the crowd pleasers were the bacon wrapped dates and the whipped feta. The meatballs were tasty and the least favorite was the arancini. For entrees, people loved their pastas (mushroom and the pesto). The Cesar and house salads were fine, but the side of salmon we added on were great. The burger looked good as well, but it seemed to be just your average burger. For sides, the Brussel sprouts were amazing! The grilled asparagus was good too. Ambiance is a bit Instagram-y with the fake flowers and neon signs but it wasn't over the top. We will be back! read more