The Italiano
North Scottsdale, Scottsdale
Restaurant in Scottsdale, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
The Italiano is worth considering for an easy North Scottsdale meal when flexible hours matter more than chef-driven credentials. Weekday lunch and daily dinner service make it useful for groups, work meals, or resort-area plans, but diners seeking a more specific format should compare it with Andreoli Italian Grocer, Hiro Sushi, or Voila French Bistro.
About The Italiano
Against Scottsdale's broad mix of dining options, The Italiano is a practical pick when the decision is less about chasing awards and more about finding a useful meal window. The signal here is access: it opens at 11 AM Monday through Friday, opens at 3 PM on Saturday and Sunday, and runs until 10 PM on Friday and Saturday.
Use it for a flexible Scottsdale meal, not a research-heavy destination dinner
The case for choosing The Italiano is convenience. Its Scottsdale setting and posted hours make it workable for diners coordinating around daytime plans or an evening out. Monday through Thursday it is listed from 11 AM to 9 PM, Friday from 11 AM to 10 PM, Saturday from 3 PM to 10 PM, and Sunday from 3 PM to 9 PM.
The tradeoff is that the public facts are thin: there is no confirmed chef, awards, price range, booking method, signature dish, or menu detail in the available data. That does not make it a no; it means expectations should be set around ease, timing, and fit rather than a specific culinary credential. If the table wants a more defined direction, cross-shop it against Andreoli Italian Grocer, Hiro Sushi, or Voila French Bistro.
Who should choose it over a more specialized stop
Choose The Italiano when timing matters. The Monday-through-Friday 11 AM opening is the practical separator, while Friday and Saturday hours extend to 10 PM. For a party coordinating around Scottsdale, that flexibility has real value.
Skip it if the priority is a clearly documented specialty, a named chef, or a menu that has already been narrowed before arrival. In that case, Hiro Sushi, Andreoli Italian Grocer, Sweet Republic, Hello Vietnam Pho & Roll, or Voila French Bistro may be useful comparison points depending on the kind of outing you want.
Planning details
- Location
- 9301 E Shea Blvd #137, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- theitaliano.com
- Phone
- +14807701700
The take
The Take
The Vibe
The Italiano presents itself as a neighborhood trattoria rather than a splashy destination. Its strip-mall address and emphasis on regulars make it feel accessible and unpretentious, the kind of local Italian that earns loyalty through reliable cooking and proximity. Rather than aiming for formal, white-tablecloth occasion dining, the restaurant leans into a classic, relaxed rhythm—familiar plates, steady execution, and a steady stream of neighborhood customers. The tone is quietly charming and rooted in everyday life in northeast Scottsdale, where Italian cuisine functions as a dependable option for weeknight dinners and local gatherings.
Best For
The Italiano is best for local nights out and uncomplicated dinners with family or friends. Because it draws from nearby zip codes and emphasizes a neighborhood clientele, it suits regular weeknight meals, family dinners, and casual group outings where dependable, familiar Italian cooking is the point. It is not positioned as a hotel-driven destination or high-production, reservation-intense restaurant; instead, it fits into the city’s fabric as a convenient, approachable spot for Scottsdale residents who want classic pastas and mains without the formality of special-occasion white-tablecloth dining.
Ordering Tips
Stick to the signatures the menu highlights: the Short Rib Lasagna, Lobster Ravioli, and classic Bolognese are called out as standouts and convey the restaurant’s steady, traditional approach. Expect straightforward booking compared with the "formal end" of Italian dining—the copy contrasts this neighborhood format with higher-friction, reservation-intensive houses—so you can often plan an easy, local meal without extensive advance arrangements. Choose one of the house specialties to get a direct sense of the kitchen’s strengths.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual elegance blending warmth and sophistication with airy interior, fluffy cloud ceilings, and subtle color-changing sky.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Upscale Casual
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Signature Dishes
- Short Rib Lasagna
- Lobster Ravioli
- Bolognese
Know before you go
Know Before You Go
- Getting there
- 9301 E Shea Blvd #137, Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Planning details
Location
9301 E Shea Blvd #137, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 · Directions
Also consider
Where to go if this does not fit
Try Andreoli Italian Grocer if the group wants a more specific Italian-leaning casual option. Pick Hiro Sushi if the draw is counter dining and sushi rather than a broad North Scottsdale dinner.
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Andreoli Italian Grocer is the sharper cross-shop if the group wants a more Italian-market-style experience, while The Italiano is the easier call for a conventional sit-down plan in North Scottsdale. Choose The Italiano for schedule flexibility; choose Andreoli when the food identity matters more than the reservation logistics.
Hiro Sushi is the better fit for diners who want a counter-led meal or a sushi-specific night. Voila French Bistro is the better alternative when the table wants a French bistro frame rather than a broad neighborhood dinner. The Italiano sits in the easier-to-use lane: less destination-driven, more practical for mixed groups.
Sweet Republic is not a dinner substitute; use it as the dessert move after another stop. Hello Vietnam Pho & Roll is the stronger value-minded choice when the group wants a casual Vietnamese meal. For simple planning, The Italiano's advantage is its broad operating window rather than a documented award or chef hook.
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Compare The Italiano
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| The Italiano | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Sweet Republic | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Hello Vietnam Pho & Roll | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Hiro Sushi | Scottsdale | No published awards |
| Andreoli Italian Grocer | Scottsdale | 2026 Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives Featured Restaurants |
| Voila French Bistro | Scottsdale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What should I order at The Italiano?
The data does not include signature dishes or menu details, so choose based on the current menu when you arrive or review the restaurant's own materials before going. The strongest confirmed planning details are its Scottsdale location and posted hours.
What should I wear to The Italiano?
The dress code is smart casual. Neat, comfortable clothing should fit the setting unless the rest of your plan calls for something dressier.
How far ahead should I book The Italiano?
The data does not include a booking policy or reservation guidance. Check directly with The Italiano before you go, especially if you are planning around the later Friday or Saturday hours.
What are alternatives to compare with The Italiano?
Andreoli Italian Grocer, Voila French Bistro, Hiro Sushi, Hello Vietnam Pho & Roll, and Sweet Republic are useful names to compare, depending on the kind of meal or outing you want.
When are The Italiano's most useful dining hours?
The hours show The Italiano opens at 11 AM Monday through Friday and at 3 PM on Saturday and Sunday. Evening timing is available throughout the week, with Friday and Saturday listed until 10 PM.
