RESTAURANTS: ITALIAN

The late Tomaso Maggiore, founder. ©2019 DuaneDarling.com

TOMASO’S ITALIAN CUISINE

3225 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-956-0836 · tomasos.com Year Est: 1977 Exec Chef: Tomaso Maggiore Principal(s): Tomaso Maggiore

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For more than 41 years, Tomaso’s has been a destination restaurant in the Central Camelback Corridor in Phoenix. As an Italian born and trained culinary expert, Chef Tomaso Maggiore’s mission has always been to address customs that are historically Italian, but have taken on their own identity in America by recognizing the centuries-old relationship that America has with Italy and the vibrant Italian-American culture here. His menu is passionately crafted and sparked by a commitment to Italian culinary excellence. Tomaso, through his frequent travels to Italy, has created a fresh approach to authentic Italian cuisine. He uses the finest ingredients, innovative recipes and the latest techniques to incorporate the true essence of Italy in every bite.

COMPANY STRENGTHS: “Our passion is deep-rooted in family, friends, and loved ones. Everyone who walks through our door is family. Everyone who works for us is family. Our extraordinary level of passion, innovation, and consistency has without a doubt contributed to our long-term success.” IMPACT OF NO. 1 RANKING: “We are completely honored and so grateful to be recognized as the No. 1 Italian restaurant. It’s definitely a testament to our passion and commitment to exceptional quality.” last year 2

4327 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-481-7614 · francosscottsdale.com Year Est: 2012 Exec Chef: Steve Martin Principal(s): Franco Fazzuoli, owner and general manager Signature Dishes: Chicken Paillard, Veal Chop with Mushrooms and DemiGlace, Filet Mignon All’Arrabiata, Black Linguini, Frutti di Mare

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Marcellino Ristorante

7114 E. Stetson Dr. #110, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-990-9500 · marcellinoristorante.com Year Est: 2003 Exec Chef: Marcellino Verzino Principal(s): Marcellino Verzino, Sima Verzino Signature Dishes: 16th anniversary-imported fish & meat specials, tortelloni with filet mignon, Zuppa di Pesce. Wood fired pizza for lunch.

Dahl & Di Luca Ristorante Italiano

2321 W. Hwy. 89A, Sedona, AZ 86336 928-282-5219 · dahlanddiluca.com Year Est: 1995 Exec Chef: Lisa Dahl Principal(s): Lisa Dahl Signature Dishes: Award-winning Italian cuisine features pastas made fresh, out-of-this world seafood, veal and vegetarian dishes

Virtu

3701 N. Marshall Way, Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-946-3477 · virtuhonestcraft.com Year Est: 2013 Exec Chef: Gio Osso Principal(s): Gio Osso Signature Dishes: Chef Osso refers to the food – and the vibe – of Virtu as a “beautifully composed symphony of sights, scents and tastes”

North Italia

4925 N. 40th St., Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-324-5600 · northitaliarestaurant.com Year Est: 2002 Exec Chef: Sara Garrant Principal(s): Fox Restaurant Concepts Signature Dishes: Short Rib Radiatori, Squid Ink Mafaldine with white shrimp and acqua pazza, Grilled Branzino with Cipollini onion

Fat Ox

6316 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85253 480-307-6900 · ilovefatox.com Year Est: 2017 Exec Chef: Matt Carter Principal(s): Matt Carter Signature Dishes: 25 Layer Lasagna, Gigli, Green Tortellini

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Tutti Santi

7575 N. 16th St., Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-216-0336 · tuttisantiphoenix.com Year Est: 1997 Exec Chef: Nina Vincenti Principal(s): Roberto Mattsson Signature Dishes: Homemade Ravioli, Lasagna Dei Santi, Cioppino, Veal Francese w/ Penne Pomodoro, Agnello D’Orato, Orange Roughy Genovese

Evo Scottsdale

4175 N. Goldwater Blvd., Scottsdale, AZ 85251 480-265-9814 · evoscottsdale.com Year Est: 2013 Exec Chef: NA Principal(s): Nick Newman Signature Dishes: Focaccia Rustica, Polpettine, squid ink pasta

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Veneto Trattoria Italiana

6137 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale, AZ 85250 480-948-9928 · venetotrattoria.com Year Est: 1997 Exec Chef: Massino Brunelli Principal(s): Roberto and Susan Rossi Signature Dishes: Baccala mantecato (Venetian-style cod), fegato alla veneziana (calf liver with onions) and tiramisu al cioccolato