Italian

4777 E. Sunrise Drive. Northeast

577-3322

Italian

This foothills favorite has been serving up plenty of great Italian and Continental cuisine for more than 25 years. A dizzying array of choices, huge portions and friendly service add up to a more-than-pleasant dining experience. The cioppino is outstanding. You won’t walk away hungry. (7-15-04)

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Bianchi's Italian North

3620 W Tangerine Rd Marana

(520) 579-8118

Italian

Cafe D'Auria

10501 E. Seven Generations Way. Southeast

977-9481

Italian

Caffe Milano

46 W. Congress St. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

628-1601

Italian, Best Of, Menu

Whether it’s by weekday or weekend night, this downtown spot is a joy. Lunches are affordable and offer sandwiches, soups, salads and pastas. Dinner offers a full menu of Italian staples and house specialties. The patio at night is a great spot to enjoy downtown at its finest. The wine list is intensely Italian but has a price range for every pocket. Desserts and breakfasts also sing of Italy. (10-5-06)

3 articles

Caffe Torino (Foothills)

5605 E. River Road. Northeast

300-6860

Italian, Menu

Caffe Torino

10325 N. La Canada Drive, No. 151., Oro Valley Northwest

297-3777

Italian, Menu

Caffe Torino serves gigantic, shareable portions of beautifully executed entrées. Flavors are authentic, and the menu offers a wide range of options. A well-thought-out wine list and a beautifully decorated space complete the experience—but don’t expect a quick meal. (4-21-11)

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Caffe Torino

5605 E River Rd Tucson (general)

+1 520 300 6860

Italian

Carrabba's Italian Grill

7635 N. Oracle Road., Oro Valley Northwest

742-7442

Italian, Menu

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Caruso's

434 N. Fourth Ave. Downtown / 4th Ave / University

624-5765

Italian, Best Of, Menu

Caruso's has been around since 1938, and based on the crowds the restaurant draws on the weekends, it'll be around beyond 2038. The service is warm and friendly while the food is inexpensive and satisfying. Caruso's patio seating offers a special dining experience. (7-17-03)

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Guiseppe's

6060 N. Oracle Road. Northwest

505-4187

Italian, Menu

Joe Scordato is working his magic again, bringing together old family recipes and modern smarts. The stuffed mushrooms are a fine starter, and all of the pasta dishes will please. Any way you decide to go, be sure to take advantage of the moderately priced wine list, and finish with some of the best tiramisu in town. (7-01-10)

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Gusto Osteria

7153 E. Tanque Verde Road. East side

722-9487

Italian

In this charming eastside spot, rustic Italian food is served in a most convivial atmosphere, and there’s a wine list with prices that can’t be beat. The tender manicotti is freshly made and stuffed with a delightful cheese mix; the eggplant sandwich is delicious. Service is top-notch, and the patio is the kind of place you could easily spend a couple of hours. Remember that the initial recipes are courtesy of the master, Joe Scordato. (3-22-12)

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Italian Festival of Arizona

Jackson Street between 1st and 4th Street. Downtown Phoenix, Arizona Phoenix / Chandler / Glendale

480.538.8292

Italian

Larocca's Italian Restaurant

5689 N. Swan Road. Northeast

299-4301

Italian

Mama Louisa's Italian Restaurant

2041 S. Craycroft Road. Southeast

790-4702

Italian

It's hard to find anything wrong with Mama Louisa's, a Tucson treasure since 1956. The food's amazing; the service is superb; the prices are reasonable. There's a large menu for both lunch and dinner, with plenty of vegetarian options. Try Joe's Special; it's the signature dish for a reason. (3-20-03)

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Michelangelo Ristorante Italiano

420 W. Magee Road. Northwest

297-5775

Italian, Menu

A popular northwest side venue, Michelangelo's is sure to please if you temper your expectations with a note of realism--that note being this is Tucson, and good, authentic Italian fare is very hard to find. (5-2-02)

NoRTH

2995 E. Skyline Drive. Northwest

299-1600

Italian, Menu

La Encantada has itself a gem in NoRTH, brought to you to the folks behind Wildflower and Zinburger. The pastas, fish and pizzas are all tasty, if a bit pricey, but the view pushes NoRTH over the top. (2-26-04)

6 articles

North Italia Restaurant

2995 E. Skyline Drive Catalina

520-299-1600

Italian

North Italian Farmhouse

2995 E. Skyline Drive. Northeast

299-1600

Italian, Menu

Some might say this foothills eatery is noisy, but that just adds to the hip vibe. Meant to evoke the Italian farm country, the food here hits all the right spots. Part of the excitement is the work station that plays a central role in the décor and prep. A huge meat slicer cuts the spicy sausages and such paper thin. A pasta machine cranks out fresh tagliatelle and other noodles. The pizzas are unique and pretty, and the panini are crispy and full of flavor. This is a great spot to meet friends for a nosh and a glass of wine, but it’s also quite romantic in a big city, sexy kind of way. (1-10-13)

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Old Chicago Tucson

2960 N Campbell Ave North/Foothills

520-327-6200

Italian, Menu

Piazza Gavi

5415 N. Kolb Road. Northeast

577-1099

Italian

For anyone who loved the small trattorias that were the hallmark of the Gavi empire, this place may seem cavernous. But size doesn’t matter. Gavi brings all its wonderful touches to this roomy eatery: good food, giant portions and friendly service. The choices are plentiful; there are more than 20 types of pasta sauce alone. Pizza is on the menu. So is breakfast. Sandwiches are big enough for two (or three). The wine list leans toward the Italian side, but what else would you expect? Don't miss the amazing happy-hour deals. (7-12-12)

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Pionic

2643 N Campbell Ave Central

(520) 327-4992

Pizza, Italian, Menu

Proof Artisanal Pizza & Pasta

4340 N. Campbell Ave North/Foothills

520-789-7847

Italian

Queen Creek Olive Mill

25062 South Meridian Road, Queen Creek Florence

4808889290