The Italiano

The Italiano reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   nikki VIP

   Phoenix22 reviews

   4.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Dining a bit later (7:30ish) will help with the noise level! It also helps the wait staff be more attentive to any specific dietary needs. Food is excellently prepared.
   

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   Nancy

   St. Louis1 review

   5.0

   Dined today

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was our first visit to The Italiano but definitely not our last! From the moment you reach the front door, the decor invites you in to a beautiful space and feeling you are in Italy. Gorgeous crystal chandeliers and blue and white wall tiles create a beautiful ambience. And then the food! The shrimp Oreganata was outstanding. They have a very unique presentation of a Ceasar salad which also was delicious. Our entrees completed this exquisite culinary journey with a very tender veal piccata and savory Short rib ravioli. From the cocktails to the chocolate pistachio bites at the end made our first visit so special that we can’t wait to go back! The attention to every detail in the decor to the presentation of each course is excellent!
   

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   Marc

   Chicago2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As it’s been my experience, The Italiano provides consistent and outstanding service, quality of food, and a tasteful environment for fine dining.
   

   The ItalianoResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Scott VIP

   Phoenix137 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   Wow!!! Wow!! What can I say, this is one of the best Italian restaurants, period. I have visited this place three times and all three were excellent. If your a chicken parm fan then order it for sure. I am addicted to this dish to a point that isn't healthy :). I love, love this place.
   

   The ItalianoResponded 2 days ago

   Thank you for taking the time to leave us a 5-star review! We're so happy to hear that you enjoyed your experience with us. Your positive feedback is truly appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!
   

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   Patrick VIP

   Chicago12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very busy and crowded as it was Mother’s Day. However, they were prepared with plenty of staff to help with everything from service to waters to clearing tables. Management was roaming to the restaurant to keep a friendly eye on it all and checked in on us as well. Top notch. And the food was insanely good as usual. I also think they’ve done something about the noise issue I had experienced during prior visits.
   

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   Erin VIP

   Phoenix2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The Italiano was the perfect choice for Mother’s Day! The ambiance was beautiful and there was even a live pianist. Our server was amazing! Julio was attentive and friendly. The food did not disappoint!
   

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   John VIP

   Phoenix7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Thanks for a nice meal and experience! Management was present and talked to each dining group. They really want everything to exceed expectations!
   

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   Jeff

   Phoenix1 review

   3.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 3

   We dined at The Italiano for Mothers Day. We had a party of 6 and made reservations. Our overall experience was "OK". Food was very good, and service at the table was fine. However, we ended up waiting over 20 minutes after or reservation time for our table, and there was very limited seating for waiting. When we were finally seated, our table was right next to the piano. It was an extremely loud environment... our server couldn't hear folks ordering on the far side of the table, and conversation was extremely difficult. We would have asked for a new table, but after waiting 20 minutes for our reservation, we didn't think we would be seated anytime soon and I didn't want to make a bad situation worse. My guess is our particular table was probably the loudest seat in the entre restaurant. But the inability to carry on a conversation really put a damper on our experience for a fine dining restaurant. Would I go back? Maybe. Probably not at a busy time, and probably not for a group any larger than four. I would definitely ask to NOT sit anywhere near the piano!
   

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   Christie VIP

   Portland3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Shelby was very attentive! The food and ambiance were spectacular! Always enjoy going!
   

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    Terry VIP

    Phoenix4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    As usual the good was totally amazing. The lobster was decadent, the pasta amazing and the new pans cotta dessert was the best I have ever had. It was a Mother's Day to remember.
    

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