Corso Italia - Scottsdale
Doubletree Ranch, Scottsdale
Restaurant in Scottsdale, United States
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Price
$50–100per person
Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
A dinner-only Italian spot in North Scottsdale's Doubletree Ranch retail corridor, open Tuesday through Sunday starting at 4:30 PM. The tight operating window and neighborhood location suggest trattoria-style approachability.
About Corso Italia - Scottsdale
Corso Italia - Scottsdale is closed Monday, open Tuesday through Thursday from 4:30–8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4:30–9:30 PM, and Sunday from 4:30–8:30 PM. Based on those published hours, plan for dinner rather than lunch or brunch. The dress code is smart casual.
Beyond hours and dress code, information on price tier, chef credentials, menu format, seating layout, reservation difficulty, beverage program, or specific dishes is not available. That makes Corso Italia - Scottsdale a venue where the practical decision starts with timing: it is an evening option in Scottsdale with later closing times on Friday and Saturday.
The Wine Program Question
Diners comparing other options can also look at Mesa Centrale or Tiki Taka, but Corso Italia - Scottsdale should not be judged on a drinks program unless you have current information from the restaurant.
How It Sits in Scottsdale
For planning purposes, Corso Italia - Scottsdale is best treated as a Scottsdale dinner option with smart-casual expectations and a closed-Monday schedule. It is open earlier in the evening at 4:30 PM, which may suit diners who prefer an earlier reservation, while Friday and Saturday offer the latest closing time at 9:30 PM.
Information on bar seating, counter seating, table spacing, walk-in availability, or how well the room works for solo diners is not available. You can also compare it with other named options such as La Zozzona, Sandbar, Carbòn Mexican Eatery, Mesa Centrale, or Tiki Taka, or check our full Scottsdale restaurants guide for more Scottsdale dining options.
Planning details
- Hours
- Monday: Closed · Tuesday: 4:30–8:30 PM
- Location
- 7704 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Suite 140, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- corsoitalia1.com
- Phone
- +14809077256
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Corso Italia occupies a practical, mid-market niche in North Scottsdale: a neighborhood Italian that leans toward reliable, polished comfort rather than theatricality. Situated in a suburban retail and office corridor, the restaurant reads as intentionally accessible: the menu and service bridge everyday dining and a more considered, evening meal. Expect a classic, approachable sensibility that favors familiar Italian plates executed with attention, and a tone that suits weekday business crowds and nearby residents. The overall personality is steady and service-minded rather than flashy, making it a dependable choice in this part of the city.
Best For
This is a spot built for weekday routines and neighborhood life: business lunches, after-work dinners and reliable evening meals for locals. Nearby corporate campuses support quick midday meals and relaxed dinners with colleagues or neighbors. While it can serve date-night and special-occasion needs, its primary strengths are accessibility and consistency for those who live or work in the 85258 corridor: efficient at lunch, more measured at dinner.
Ordering Tips
Plan around the lunch-to-dinner divide: lunch service is geared toward efficiency and turnover, so come prepared if you’re on a schedule. For dinner, allow a bit more time to settle into the pace of the room. When choosing dishes, lean into the classic pasta offerings the venue highlights: the Pappardelle alla Bolognese and the Fettuccine Capriciose are signature selections that illustrate the menu’s dependable, pasta-forward focus. If you’re on a tight midday timeline, favor straightforward pasta plates that travel quickly from kitchen to table.
Venue details
Ambiance
Quiet atmosphere with warm, romantic lighting and a fine-dining feel.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
Accessibility
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Small
- Kitchen
- Traditional
- Menu Format
- A la carte
- Private Dining
- Available
Signature Dishes
- Pappardelle alla Bolognese
- Fettuccine Capriciose
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 7704 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Suite 140, Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Planning details
Hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
- Wednesday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
- Thursday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
- Friday
- 4:30–9:30 PM
- Saturday
- 4:30–9:30 PM
- Sunday
- 4:30–8:30 PM
Location
7704 E Doubletree Ranch Rd Suite 140, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 · Directions
Also consider
Also Consider
- Carbòn Mexican Eatery, Notable alternative
- Sandbar, Notable alternative
- La Zozzona, Notable alternative
- Mesa Centrale, Notable alternative
- Tiki Taka, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
Corso Italia operates in the middle tier of Scottsdale's Italian scene, where neighborhood accessibility beats out the high-polish formality of La Zozzona but lacks the documented beverage programming of Mesa Centrale. If you're looking for easy booking and a straightforward dinner format, this is a safer bet than chasing reservations at more competitive spots. The trade-off: you won't find the chef-driven narrative or verifiable wine depth that defines Scottsdale's top Italian tables.
For value-conscious diners, Carbòn Mexican Eatery and Sandbar sit in the same accessibility and price-signal range, so the decision hinges on cuisine preference rather than quality differential. If Italian format is non-negotiable and you want to avoid weekend waits, Corso Italia's dinner-only model and easy booking tier make it a practical fallback. But if wine program depth or documented chef credentials matter to your decision, verify those details before committing, Tiki Taka offers clearer beverage focus for only marginally more effort to book.
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Compare Corso Italia - Scottsdale
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Corso Italia - Scottsdale | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Carbòn Mexican Eatery | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Sandbar | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| La Zozzona | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Mesa Centrale | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Tiki Taka | Scottsdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I wear to Corso Italia - Scottsdale?
The dress code for Corso Italia - Scottsdale is smart casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at Corso Italia - Scottsdale?
Corso Italia - Scottsdale is an evening option: it is closed Mondays, open Tuesday through Thursday from 4:30–8:30 PM, Friday and Saturday from 4:30–9:30 PM, and Sunday from 4:30–8:30 PM.
