Pacino's Italian
The Village at Las Sendas, Mesa
Bar in Mesa, United States
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Price
$20–30per person
Why go
Pacino's Italian Restaurant is worth considering for an easy, low-pressure Mesa date when convenience matters more than awards or a destination-dining setup. Go for a casual two-person meal in northeast Mesa; cross-shop Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano if the Italian choice is the main priority, or Level 1 Arcade Bar if the night needs more energy.
About Pacino's Italian
Pacino's Italian Restaurant in Mesa has a casual dress code and a schedule that covers midday, evening, and Sunday morning hours. Information about awards, chef pedigree, price range, signature dishes, reservation difficulty, or a specific service style is not available.
That makes the safest expectation practical rather than elaborate. If the plan needs a highly documented culinary draw, Pacino's Italian Restaurant may not offer one. If the plan simply needs a casual Mesa restaurant with broad weekly hours, Pacino's Italian Restaurant is easier to consider on that basis.
Use it for an easy Mesa plan, not a special-occasion splurge
Pacino's Italian Restaurant offers strong schedule flexibility. It is open 11 AM–9 PM Monday through Wednesday, 11 AM–11 PM Thursday, 11 AM–10 PM Friday and Saturday, and 9:30 AM–9 PM Sunday. That gives it useful coverage for midday, evening, and Sunday plans in Mesa.
The tradeoff is that it does not feature awards, chef details, price range, or signature dishes. For a first visit, set expectations around a casual meal rather than a high-stakes reservation. That is not a criticism; it just clarifies the right use case. Choose it when the priority is a relaxed Mesa plan, not when the goal is to build the night around a heavily credentialed room.
Where it fits among other options
If you are comparing options, Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano is another restaurant to consider, while Baja Joe's and Guadalupe On Main point the decision in different directions. Level 1 Arcade Bar is a separate kind of outing, and Mariscos Cazo de Oro Estilo Sinaloa is another option to weigh if you are still deciding where to go.
Pacino's Italian Restaurant is therefore easiest to frame as a casual, schedule-friendly Mesa choice. It is not a splurge pick, an award-driven destination, or a venue with a dedicated bar program. First-timers should treat it as a practical local option and compare it against the broader options in 's full Mesa restaurants guide before making it the centerpiece of a bigger night.
Planning details
- Location
- 2831 N Power Rd #104, Mesa, AZ 85215
- Website
- pacinositalian.com
- Phone
- +1 480 985 0114
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Pacino's reads like a classic neighborhood Italian that's unapologetically pragmatic. Set in a strip-mall suite, it trades design flourish for a warm, dimly lit room where the aroma of garlic and slowly reduced tomato sauce defines the air. Tables sit close enough that conversations bleed into one another, creating a friendly, lived-in energy. The writing makes clear that this is a place where the kitchen earns its keep and the room exists to serve it: unpretentious, warm, and comfortably relaxed rather than polished or theatrical.
Best For
This is a neighborhood dinner house first and foremost: the kind of spot families rely on for steady, familiar meals and where regulars come for uncomplicated comfort food. It suits casual hangouts and low-key date nights that prefer warmth over formality. Because the piece frames Pacino's as part of the local fabric—priced and positioned against a family’s weekly appetite—it works best for evenings and family-friendly gatherings rather than special-occasion fine dining.
Ordering Tips
Expect traditional Italian-American preparations focused on flavor and familiarity rather than novelty. The description emphasizes garlic softened in oil and tomato sauce reduced to lose its acidity, so look for hearty, sauce-forward dishes and comforting classics. Prioritize the kitchen’s strengths—generous, straightforward plates made for sharing or family-style dining—and come ready for a relaxed, convivial meal rather than a meticulously staged tasting experience.
Venue details
Ambiance
Welcoming atmosphere in the patio or dining room, ideal for relaxed dining with wine.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Format
At the Bar
- Bar Category
- Lounge
- Late Night
- Closes by Midnight
- Music
- Live Music
- Live Music
- Yes
Signature Pours
- Espresso Martini
- Negroni
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 2831 N Power Rd #104, Mesa, AZ 85215
Planning details
Location
Also consider
If you can't get in
Try Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano if the plan is specifically Italian and the group wants a similar Mesa dinner lane. Choose Level 1 Arcade Bar if the night is more about drinks, movement, and a built-in activity than a quiet meal.
Bar context
How It Compares
Pacino's Italian Restaurant is the practical pick for an easy Mesa meal, especially if the goal is a low-pressure date rather than a high-planning reservation. Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano is the more direct cross-shop for diners specifically choosing Italian, while Pacino's makes sense when location and ease matter as much as the meal itself.
For a more casual or social night, Baja Joe's and Guadalupe On Main are better fits if the group wants a looser atmosphere. Mariscos Cazo de Oro Estilo Sinaloa points the night toward seafood rather than a classic neighborhood dinner, so choose it when the cuisine switch is intentional.
Level 1 Arcade Bar is the clear alternative when ambiance and activity matter more than a sit-down meal. For a two-person evening built around conversation, Pacino's is the calmer call; for drinks, games, and a louder night, Level 1 is the easier recommendation.
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Compare Pacino's Italian
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Pacino's Italian Restaurant | Mesa | No published awards |
| Alessia's | Ristorante Italiano | Mesa | No published awards |
| Baja Joe's | Mesa | No published awards |
| Guadalupe On Main | Mesa | No published awards |
| Mariscos Cazo de Oro Estilo Sinaloa | Mesa | No published awards |
| Level 1 Arcade Bar | Mesa | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the crowd like at Pacino's Italian Restaurant?
The dress code is casual, so it is reasonable to expect a casual Mesa setting. The hours cover midday, evening, and Sunday morning periods, but a specific crowd or scene is not defined.
Is Pacino's Italian Restaurant good for a date?
It can make sense for a low-pressure Mesa plan if casual dress and flexible hours fit what you need. It is less clearly suited as a special-occasion choice because it does not feature awards, price range, chef details, or signature dishes.
Is the food good at Pacino's Italian Restaurant?
Ratings, awards, signature dishes, or menu details are not available, so it is best not to judge the food from this listing alone. Use the hours and casual dress code to decide whether it fits your plans.
Is Pacino's Italian Restaurant open late?
It is open until 11 PM on Thursday and until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday. Monday through Wednesday it closes at 9 PM, and Sunday hours are 9:30 AM–9 PM.
