DINING GUIDE Giordano's Trattoria Romana

OOriginally from New York City, Adele Giordano arrived in Arizona more than 18 years ago and saw an opportunity to bring a piece of her hometown and cultural heritage to the town of Carefree. Authentically capturing the feel and ambience of a little Italian eatery in New York, Giordano’s Trattoria Romana has become a true cornerstone of the community.

Giordano strives for a casual-yet-classy atmosphere and achieves exactly that with a focus on providing each and every guest an exceptionally personalized experience that is comfortable, relaxed and memorable. Reservations are, therefore, highly recommended.

“We have so many repeat customers,” says Giordano, emphasizing her gratitude to the community for supporting her restaurant throughout the pandemic. “We have received so much support. We would have never survived without the help and support of all of the wonderful people who dine with us.”

Giordano adds that she loves meeting her guests and getting to know each and every one of them. She also loves being able to share with them a tantalizing taste of the Italian flavors with which she grew up — such as osso buco milanese, featuring a succulent veal shank in red wine sauce with diced vegetables over fettuccine, and veal gorgonzola, prepared in a delectable cream sauce with mushrooms over capellini.

“We have been known as the best-kept secret in Carefree, but we are not such a secret anymore,” says Giordano, who is grateful that the community appreciates the congenial service and delicious food that she, her chef and her staff are so incredibly proud to provide.