If there’s any cuisine that makes indulgence an absolute pleasure, it’s Italian. Heavy on meats, cheese, and carbs, Italian food is well known for its exceptional flavors and emphasis on comfort and love. So, if you feel like eating a hug this weekend, you won’t want to miss a meal at any of these Italian restaurants. (Just be sure to try something a little different from your run-of-the-mill spaghetti bolognese.)
Please note, The Grapes Restaurant is temporarily closed.
- Andreoli Italian Grocer, Scottsdale
Andreoli Italian Grocer/Yelp
Andreoli Italian Grocer/Yelp If you’ve never visited this location, you’re probably wondering why a market even made this list. However, don’t let that fool you; in addition to a wide selection of Italian food products, Andreoli also serves up some really tasty meals with sandwiches and daily specials that will put every other grocery deli to shame. Address: 8880 East Via Linda, Scottsdale.
- Avanti Restaurant, Phoenix
Avanti Restaurant & Caterers AZ/Facebook
Avanti Restaurant & Caterers AZ/Facebook A walk inside this eclectic-looking restaurant is your first hint that a meal here is anything but ordinary. This restaurant focuses on scrumptious Italian classics, like chicken parmigiana or a lasagna, so be prepared for a delightful meal. Address: 2728 East Thomas Road, Phoenix.
- Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante Italiano, Sedona
Dahl l& DiLuca Ristorante Italiano/Facebook
Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante Italiano/Facebook If you’re looking for a very classic, upscale version of Italian food in Sedona, a visit to Dahl & DiLuca will certainly satisfy that craving. All of the dishes are winners here, but be sure to try the pollo alla rustica or the ravioli. Yum! Address: 2321 West Highway 89A, Sedona
- Fat Olives, Flagstaff
Fat Olives/Yelp
Fat Olives/Yelp Often voted a Flagstaff favorite, it’s not difficult to see why. The food is tasty, the atmosphere is comforting, and the pizza is divine. Address: 2308 East Route 66, Flagstaff.
- Grapes Restaurant, Jerome
Grapes Restaurant/Facebook
Grapes Restaurant/Facebook This little place is a sandwich shop, Italian eatery, and wine bar all wrapped in one. The build your own pasta bowls are a popular option, but I’m a sucker for charcuterie and cheese boards, so give one of those a try as well if you’re not up for an entire meal.Address: 111 Main Street, Jerome.
- La Vita Dolce Italian Bistro, Lake Havasu City
La Vita Dolce Italian Bistro Lounge/Yelp
La Vita Dolce Italian Bistro Lounge/Facebook One of many Italian restaurants in Lake Havasu City, this one manages to be located near a major tourist area yet still have delicious, hearty food. The lasagna here is great, but be sure to also give the ravioli dishes a try. Address: 231 Swanson Avenue, Lake Havasu City
- Papa’s Italian Restaurant, Prescott
Papa’s Italian Restaurant/Yelp
Papa’s Italian Restaurant/Yelp If classic Italian fare is just what your tummy is looking for, you will definitely want to pay a visit to Papa’s Italian Restaurant in Prescott. The portions are generous here, so bring a big appetite. If you’re in the mood for three courses, we suggest trying the minestrone soup and cannoli for dessert. Address: 129 ½ North Cortez Street, Prescott.
- Pasta House, Pinetop
Pasta House/Yelp
Pasta House/Yelp If you want to feel like you’re eating dinner at home while out in the pines, this is the place to get a meal since the restaurant sits inside an actual house. The service here is excellent and we recommend trying the chicken marsala. Address: 2188 East White Mountain Boulevard, Pinetop.
- Vivace, Tucson
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Vivace/Yelp Want to feel fancy while enjoying a ridiculously good meal? You will definitely want to have a meal at Vivace, which is well-known for its delicious Italian cuisine and upscale environment. Be sure to make reservations though because this place is popular. Address: 6440 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson, Arizona, 85718.
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Andreoli Italian Grocer/Yelp
If you’ve never visited this location, you’re probably wondering why a market even made this list. However, don’t let that fool you; in addition to a wide selection of Italian food products, Andreoli also serves up some really tasty meals with sandwiches and daily specials that will put every other grocery deli to shame. Address: 8880 East Via Linda, Scottsdale.
Avanti Restaurant & Caterers AZ/Facebook
A walk inside this eclectic-looking restaurant is your first hint that a meal here is anything but ordinary. This restaurant focuses on scrumptious Italian classics, like chicken parmigiana or a lasagna, so be prepared for a delightful meal. Address: 2728 East Thomas Road, Phoenix.
Dahl l& DiLuca Ristorante Italiano/Facebook
Dahl & DiLuca Ristorante Italiano/Facebook
If you’re looking for a very classic, upscale version of Italian food in Sedona, a visit to Dahl & DiLuca will certainly satisfy that craving. All of the dishes are winners here, but be sure to try the pollo alla rustica or the ravioli. Yum! Address: 2321 West Highway 89A, Sedona
Fat Olives/Yelp
Often voted a Flagstaff favorite, it’s not difficult to see why. The food is tasty, the atmosphere is comforting, and the pizza is divine. Address: 2308 East Route 66, Flagstaff.
Grapes Restaurant/Facebook
This little place is a sandwich shop, Italian eatery, and wine bar all wrapped in one. The build your own pasta bowls are a popular option, but I’m a sucker for charcuterie and cheese boards, so give one of those a try as well if you’re not up for an entire meal.Address: 111 Main Street, Jerome.
La Vita Dolce Italian Bistro Lounge/Yelp
La Vita Dolce Italian Bistro Lounge/Facebook
One of many Italian restaurants in Lake Havasu City, this one manages to be located near a major tourist area yet still have delicious, hearty food. The lasagna here is great, but be sure to also give the ravioli dishes a try. Address: 231 Swanson Avenue, Lake Havasu City
Papa’s Italian Restaurant/Yelp
If classic Italian fare is just what your tummy is looking for, you will definitely want to pay a visit to Papa’s Italian Restaurant in Prescott. The portions are generous here, so bring a big appetite. If you’re in the mood for three courses, we suggest trying the minestrone soup and cannoli for dessert. Address: 129 ½ North Cortez Street, Prescott.
Pasta House/Yelp
If you want to feel like you’re eating dinner at home while out in the pines, this is the place to get a meal since the restaurant sits inside an actual house. The service here is excellent and we recommend trying the chicken marsala. Address: 2188 East White Mountain Boulevard, Pinetop.
Photo provided by Vivace
Vivace/Yelp
Want to feel fancy while enjoying a ridiculously good meal? You will definitely want to have a meal at Vivace, which is well-known for its delicious Italian cuisine and upscale environment. Be sure to make reservations though because this place is popular. Address: 6440 N. Campbell Ave, Tucson, Arizona, 85718.
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