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Name: Arrivederci
Address: 7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
Telephone: (480) 922-8225
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.76

Arrivederci

7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

(480) 922-8225
Store is closed

Arrivederci Menu

Appetizers

Melanzana Sorrentina

Caprese

Carpaccio Classico

Portobello Reganato

Salmone Mostarda

Scampi Cocktail

Antipasto Arrivederci

Melanzana Sorrentina

Caprese

Carpaccio Classico

Portobello Reganato

Salmone Mostarda

Scampi Cocktail

Antipasto Arrivederci
Salad

Campagnola

Divina Cesare

Arugola Fantastica

Portobello Salad

Campagnola

Divina Cesare

Arugola Fantastica

Portobello Salad
Soup

Minestrone

Zuppa Del Giorno

Minestrone

Zuppa Del Giorno
Entrees

Melenzana Arrivederci

Pollo Giardino Low Calorie

Pollo Parmese

Vitello Bel Monte

Vitello Limone E Capperi

Vitello Madeira Con Porcini

Scampi Zafferano

Scampi Funghi Carciofi

Salmone Fiorentino

Cioppino Dello Chef

Ossobuco

Pesce Del Giorno

Melenzana Arrivederci

Pollo Giardino Low Calorie

Pollo Parmese

Vitello Bel Monte

Vitello Limone E Capperi

Vitello Madeira Con Porcini

Scampi Zafferano

Scampi Funghi Carciofi

Salmone Fiorentino

Cioppino Dello Chef

Ossobuco

Pesce Del Giorno
Pasta Divina

Rigatoni Ortolano

Linguine Primavera

Rondelle 4 Formaggi

Fettuccine Emiliane

Penne Piccanti Con Pollo

Fettuccine Pollo E Funghi

Farfalle Vodka E Salmone

Capellini Bosco Mare

Linguine Mediterraneo

Ravioli Aragosta E Granchio

Rigatoni Ortolano

Linguine Primavera

Rondelle 4 Formaggi

Fettuccine Emiliane

Penne Piccanti Con Pollo

Fettuccine Pollo E Funghi

Farfalle Vodka E Salmone

Capellini Bosco Mare

Linguine Mediterraneo

Ravioli Aragosta E Granchio

Healthy Meal suggestions for Arrivederci

Appetizers

Melanzana Sorrentina [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caprese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Carpaccio Classico [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Portobello Reganato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salmone Mostarda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Antipasto Arrivederci [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Melanzana Sorrentina [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caprese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Carpaccio Classico [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Portobello Reganato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salmone Mostarda [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Antipasto Arrivederci [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Salad

Campagnola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Divina Cesare [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arugola Fantastica [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Portobello Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Campagnola [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Divina Cesare [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Arugola Fantastica [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Portobello Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soup

Minestrone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Zuppa Del Giorno [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Minestrone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Zuppa Del Giorno [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Entrees

Melenzana Arrivederci [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Giardino Low Calorie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Parmese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Bel Monte [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Limone E Capperi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Madeira Con Porcini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Zafferano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Funghi Carciofi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salmone Fiorentino [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cioppino Dello Chef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ossobuco [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pesce Del Giorno [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Melenzana Arrivederci [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Giardino Low Calorie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pollo Parmese [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Bel Monte [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Limone E Capperi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vitello Madeira Con Porcini [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Zafferano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Scampi Funghi Carciofi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Salmone Fiorentino [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Cioppino Dello Chef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ossobuco [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Pesce Del Giorno [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Pasta Divina

Rigatoni Ortolano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Primavera [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rondelle 4 Formaggi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fettuccine Emiliane [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Penne Piccanti Con Pollo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fettuccine Pollo E Funghi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Farfalle Vodka E Salmone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Capellini Bosco Mare [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Mediterraneo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ravioli Aragosta E Granchio [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rigatoni Ortolano [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Primavera [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Rondelle 4 Formaggi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fettuccine Emiliane [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Penne Piccanti Con Pollo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Fettuccine Pollo E Funghi [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Farfalle Vodka E Salmone [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Capellini Bosco Mare [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Linguine Mediterraneo [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ravioli Aragosta E Granchio [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

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Paul A.

Their Chicken Parmigiana was some of the best I have ever had in Scottsdale and Phoenix. The waiters, Giovanni and Eddy have been there about 20 years. I am amazed to see them every time I go in. The red sauce is definitely homemade and the owner is usually in the kitchen cooking. I have also had their fresh fish of the day and Cioppino. It was better than what many of the local fish restaurants make. The wine menu and drinks are priced at a good value. I wish they had better cappuccino and espresso. I noticed that they use a cheap home unit to make this and it definitely does not taste good. The tiramisu and cheesecake are made in house and have great flavor. I will be back next week!
(5)
Miguel B.

Staff was friendly. Made suggestions and was prompt with drinks. My biggest problem was that I ordered the chicken Madeira. Maybe if I ordered something else my experience would have been better. But let me go over what I thought the problem was: Food quality: meh, the presentation wasn't bad but the actual flavor was not on point. Whether it was the overly salty sauce or the pre-cooked chicken breast they served with the plate. How do I know the chicken was a frozen pre-cook product? The fake, uniformed grill marks are a dead give-away. Pasta however, was cooked perfectly al-dente'! I'd say, read thru the reviews before you walk in and spend your money here.
(2)
Crystal M.

This had to be my best Italian meal that I can remember having. I ordered the Lobster Ravioli, something that I normally wouldn't have ordered, and it was delicious! The service was excellent too! People that have complained about the service must have come on a very bad night or the restaurant read the reviews and made some quick changes. I seriously couldn't have asked for more efficient service. The person binging the bread and waters almost had them both on the table before we sat down. We were asked several times throughout the meal if we wanted additional bread. Most restaurants make you beg for bread. We loved the bread and pesto, but declined because we had ordered appetizers and a salad, there just wouldn't have been room. All in all the 5 stars are for a nice dining experience, the meal seemed authentic, I thought the bread, pesto, calamari, Lobster Ravioli and my cappuccino were absolutely filling and worth the price. My fiancÃ© thought his pasta dish "needed something", but this is my review and I wasn't eating his food.
(5)
Sheila C.

I guess you have to be a local to love this place. Went there only because the resort we were staying at recommended it, included a free desert. Service was not the greatest, nor was the food. Seemed like the locals got a little more attention and service. The food was average at best, your typical Italian local restaurant. The best part was the shot of limoncello they give you at the end of yoru meal.
(2)
Takuya K.

Excellent family owned Italian joint that serves scratch made pasta, a real Ferrari for a doormat and a cozy atmosphere to enjoy dinner with friends. My first time there at a friends invite and gladly accepted. Early we were that evening and exterior wise the size is deceiving but inside you'll find nice tabletops as well as an area segregated by glass partition doors if you want a more intimate party theme. We opted to go far in the back for the privacy and indeed our laughter and banter could barely be muffled regardless of how hard we tried. But good eats with long lost friends made us immune to the glares. My choice of the seafood risotto was divine, creamy and plenty of mussels shrimps and squid & a nice touch of saffron. The arborio rice arrived with a nice pleasant al dente bite and more than enough to take home for next day's leftovers. But the star was my friends lobster ravioli special of the night something I still regret not choosing! The sauce was divine with just the right kiss of some brandy to kick start the creme. You could have easily consumed another basket of bread to sop up those umptious flavors!
(5)
Tu L.

Terrific food and nice ambiance! The place was moderately busy and we were greeted with water and complementary bread. I had the spaghetti and meatballs and would order again in a heartbeat. Food tasted fresh, flavors were excellent and service was on point. I would highly recommend this classy Italian establishment.
(4)
Gen W.

It was our first time going to this restaurant. The entre was ok, but arugula salad was very bad. The greens were so old and hard to chew on , it was practically yellow. Never seen anything like it. Not going back.
(2)
Lauren G.

This is a great restaurant! I ordered a Caesar salad, which was pretty good, and I can't forget about the bread with the oil dip, yum! I then ordered the rigatoni with vodka sauce, and added in meatballs, which was GREAT! It seems very difficult to find good meatballs. Also had the cannoli for dessert, and that was also great! Will definitely come here again
(5)
Lizzy S.

I can honestly say this is the very best Italian spot in the valley! It is ran by these fantastic brothers from Sicily, Eddie and Giovani. They make everything from scratch and you feel so welcome like you are having dinner in a friends dining room. I always look forward to the amazing uniquely flavorful warm dinner rolls and tomato basil dipping sauce. Some of my favorites are the anti pasta salad, the salmon gnocchi and their fantastic tiramisu. Each new experience better then the last. Truly an exquisite dining experience.
(5)
Jennifer L.

I have not been here before and my BF thought it would be a good night to try. We were quickly seated, place was half full. Server was hard to understand but the wine he recommend and the risotto with seafood was amazing. Strongly recommend!
(5)
Lisa O.

Very good food. Large party in their private room with a door that closes to create the ultimate party experience. Great service, amazing food. Celebrated my Mom's 80th birthday. Very special evening. Food was delicious.
(4)
Karen R.

Worst experience ever. We have been coming to this restaurant for years. Never been treated so poorly. It is Valentine's Day we had reservations at 7:30 and now we have not been seated and it is 8:00. We stood in line just to speak to the hostess and she rudely told us that everyone there has reservations. I guess greed got the best of them and they overbooked with no concern of what it would do to people's Valentines plans. It is getting later and later we have been forced to leave and wait over an hour at another restaurant. We will never be going back after 20 years of going to this restaurant.
(1)
NoraZoe W.

Yum. Bread, calamari, veal with mushrooms... Great service, complimentary lemoncillo. Yum. Can you tell this was good? :) Food arrived quickly, I couldn't eat everything and I have a big appetite!
(4)
Mark G.

Very tasty Italian food at a reasonable price, with great service.
(4)
Rhondi S.

Excellent find in Phoenix. Had a large party of 6, their menu was very extensive, everything from pasta, veal, ossobuco, chicken, fish, etc. had the eggplant roll ups, grilled eggplant stuffed with a trio of cheeses (ricotta, Parmesan, fontina), spinach topped with a rich marinara - yum! Sis had the sea bass, encrusted with walnuts/breadcrumb crust, over a delicious mushroom risotto, huge portions. Chicken Parmesan was moist, seasoned well over pasta with marinara sauce. Great wine list and delicious red wine selection. Staff is very knowledgeable, friendly and on top of their service game. We were wayyyyyy too full for desert, but their dessert list sounded awesome as well.
(5)
Paula R.

Yearning for a traditional Italian fare... Look no further! We split the seafood risotto and the portabella mushroom salad! More than plenty for two, flavor bursting with every bite! Topped off with tiramisu and it was homemade, plus a shot of limoncello on the house! I can't say anymore except what are you waiting for???
(5)
Tony P.

This place is WAY over rated!! My Chicken Parm was basically a frozen dinner, the chicken was smashed to about an 1/8" thick and the sauce was basically a watered down tomato sauce with ZERO flavor. Oh, and what is that green stuff you bring out with the bread?!?!? HORRIBLE. We ordered a salad with vinaigrette dressing, it came out with a creamy dressing and the waitress says .. "that's not what I had written down" and walked away. This waitress has a VERY bad attitude and VERY rude. Her name starts with an "M", so I'm sure they can figure out which one. She ruined our evening. I'm not kidding .. she was the worst waitress I have ever had and because of her we will never go back and will not recommend this place to anyone. The one good thing was the friendly lady that greeted and sat us at our table. That's it.
(1)
Susan B.

Omigosh! We had reservations and they have COMPLETELY ignored us. Even let another group ahead of us. The hostess is rude and condescending. I will never come here again nor would I recommend this place to anyone. We are still standing here 45 minutes after we should have been seated!
(1)
Bad L.

We had the Amazon Local deal and opted for dinner with friends. This is a little gem tucked away on the corner of Thunderbird and Scottsdale Rd. We often drove by the place and noticed the Magnum PI Ferrari parked outside, so we finally decided to try it. The food was great orders included - Eggplant, Veal Parm, & Lasagna. There were no complaints. The place is a bit tight and there's a lot of locals there. In traditional Italian fashion, they gave us all free shots of homemade Lemoncello. Our theme remains the same - PATRONIZE THE LOCAL GUYS!!! This is a great local joint that will surely be added to our list of favorites.
(4)
Ashley W.

The customer was absolutely terrible, the front of the house was poor and the server gave us truly bad customer service 1/10. Mary was our server. It was like pulling teeth to ask for chicken cutlets for our 3 yr old Son, and they charged us $7 for 3 of the tiniest chicken cutlets (it was really one cutlet split into smaller pieces) with no side for him. The beef carpaccio was awful. The beef was over cured, it was like eating salami, and they drenched the arugula with dressing. Worst carpaccio I have ever had. Even The pesto for the bread was awful The main entrees were ok, we had the eggplant rolled with ricotta and the parradella pasta with sausage. Not bad, but my entree was $21 and the quality of the food did not merit that. Terrible dining experience, definitely will not go back
(1)
Lori K.

The food is very good. However, the service was not. The waitress had a bad attitude and didn't bring us drinks and refills in a timely manner and it wasn't even crowded.
(2)
Jennifer S.

Busy, quaint place in North Scottsdale...make sure you have a reservation. The yellow and white awning is very welcoming when you arrive and the atmosphere inside is kitschy, but cool too. The staff was very friendly and really efficient with the crowds. The food was great - I tried the tortellini soup and the rigatoni alla vodka. Both were amazing, but just too much food for me. Be prepared to take home leftovers for the next day.
(4)
John G.

Absolute worst "italian" food we have ever had. Everything from the bread to "veal" is NOT homemade. The sauces are nothing more than Hunts tomato sauce with salt added. TERRIBLE. The wines are stored cork up at ceiling level. Our bottle arrived warm at the table. Best thing was the salads. Even those had McCormick fried onion rings in them. Prices are outrageous! Trust me, Olive Garden is a better bet. Service was mediocre to poor. Sorry to be so negative but can't find much positive about this joint.
(1)
Ric R.

This 5 star review is my huge thank you to Arrivederci and its staff for allowing us to host a 50 person birthday party on a Sunday before their normal operating hours. That example indicates how nice the staff is and it carries over to their excellent Italian food. Our party started off with 2 appetizers: the cheese au gratin covered Portabello mushrooms (unbelievably tasty!) and the caprese (excellent, but I focused on the mushrooms more). We then moved onto a baby greens salad and finally our choice of either spaghetti and meatballs or lasagna. The meatballs were succulent, but I'll be damned if that wasn't the best lasagna I have ever had! The staff was professional, courteous and extremely helpful. I look forward to returning to try out more from their main menu selections. Thanks again, Arrivederci for hosting a great 40th birthday party for my cousin. **Tip 1** Save time to snap a couple of pics next to the Ferrari Testarossa outside of the restaurant. **Tip 2** Look for that red Testarossa because the place is a little hard to find!
(5)
Aurora S.

LOVE Arriverderci! My husband & I were introduced to the restaurant by friends and we've been several times since. The food is always excellent (I get the chicken parm) and my husband has never been disappointed with an order. The dessert is delicious too! We either get the chocomisu (they don't call it tiramisu) ) or the pistachio/chocolate dessert. I want to try the hazelnut one too! The staff is so friendly and accommodating; they really make it a great experience. We will definitely be returning!
(5)
Anthony R.

First time visiting this restaurant. Had the chicken parm and it was very good! Food quality and quantity were above average. The only complaint I have was the espresso was cold. Other than that it was tasty.
(4)
J D.

Tucked away just off the corner of Thunderbird and Scottsdale Rd, I've driven down Scottsdale Rd hundreds of times and have never seen it. Thanks to Groupon, we found this joint. There's a Ferarri Testarossa parked under a small canopy as you enter the restaurant....very retro/cool, was expecting to see Tom Selleck in the restaurant...LOL Actually, it's pretty cool. yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ The place was packed when we arrived, good thing we had reservations via Open Table. We were seated immediately and the hostess gave us our menus. After browsing the menu for a while, we decided to order: Caprese Salad, $7.95 yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ Gnocchi w/Gorgonzola Cream Sauce, $14.95 yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ Ravioli Caprese Gratinati (filled with Ricotta Cheese, topped with Parmesan & Mozzarella), $14.95 yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ Choccamisu, $7.50 yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ It took a while to order our Wine and food. They were busy and our waiter had his hands full, so the hostess came by our table and took our Wine order....that was a good thing, kept us distracted...LOL While were waiting, a busser brought out some Bread and Oil for us...the Oil was a little different than most Italian joints...it had chunks of Tomato and green herbs & spices in it...almost like a Salsa (see pic below). It was very good. yelp.com/biz_photos/arriâ€¦ We ordered our food and after a short wait it came out. The Caprese Salad appetizer was very good and perfect for 2 people to share. The portion size was just right and we didn't get full before our entrees came out. A short time later, the entrees came out. I sampled a little Gnocchi from The Better Half...it was very, very good...yum! I had the Ravioli....they were cooked perfectly al dente...the Tomato Sauce was homemade with fresh ingredients and full of flavor. After dinner, we were surprised with a complimentary shot of Limoncello from our waiter. He said it was to help cleanse the palate for Dessert...great! He read our mind...we ordered a Chocamisu to split for Dessert. It came out a short time later and was heavenly...soft, creamy, sweet just like it's supposed to be. Overall, we were very pleased with our visit to Arrivederci. We can't wait to come back soon. Return Factor - 95%
(4)
Naomi G.

I love Arrivederci. I feel conflicted every time I'm in this shopping outlet because it's packed with two great Italian restaurants, but Arrivederci has hands-down the best eggplant you can eat in Arizona. (I've been to a lot of Italian joints.) The service is always great, the food is always hot and delicious and the deserts are worth the guilt that come with them. Definitely check this spot out! Naomi Garnice gives it five stars.
(5)
Cathy B.

Incredible food. Great service. I'd definitely go back. Be sure and make a reservation!
(4)
Doug T.

This is a very nice place, but small. I had the stuffed eggplant and it was delicious. The spaghetti and meatballs were really good. I loved the meatballs. They were very juicy and tasty. I thought the rolls and pesto was really good. My wife never eats the rolls but she had two rolls for dinner and she really enjoyed the pesto. Since this was a small place, they only had two servers who were older and seemed like they have been working here for a long time. They knew the menu and gave pretty good service. I just didn't think they were that friendly. So good service and good food means I will be back again.
(4)
Steven R.

We went there while we were in Scottsdale on vacation. It had 4 stars on Yelp so we thought this would be a good Italian restaurant. Unfortunately we were very disappointed. We had a reservation and yet we were seated at a cramped table for 2 in a corner. The waitress merely came to take our order. We explained we had not been there before. Instead of volunteering house specialties or explaining the menu she smiled still waiting for us to order. It took several questions to determine a recommendation. I ordered the recommended veal and my wife ordered the recommended eggplant Parmesan. Surprisingly nothing came with the food. The pasta on my plate was disappointing and bland. The veal itself was paper thin and rather tasteless and tough. The eggplant parmesan was good according to my wife but nothing special. For a 4 star restaurant we expected better tasting food and far better service. When it came time to pay, the waitress brought the bill and then disappeared for over twenty minutes. Given how small the restaurant is, this was no easy feat and yet she buzzed by various tables purposely not looking our way. The waitress seemed to be more outgoing with other tables, just not us. It seemed pretty obvious this restaurant plays favorites and for some reason they did not take a shining to us from the very beginning. Just so you know we are a normal looking couple who were dressed in dockers and polo shirts with no piercings or tattoos.
(1)
Mike S.

From the customer service, to the drinks, to the food, this place is bar none the best Italian Restaurant in Scottsdale. This quaint, family owned restaurant is Old School Italy with a romantic atmosphere and food to die for. Recommended Beverage: Spicy Bloody Mary with Lemon Vodka. Recommended Food: Ravioli and Spaghetti/Meatballs.
(5)
Dan J.

My wife and I celebrated our 25 anniversary! We wanted to celebrate at Arrivederci. I had the Halibat, It came with artichock on it. WOW! So good. The atmosphere was perfect for us too. Thanks you guys it was a night to remember!
(5)
Mark K.

Very nice restaurant. Dodd, atmosphere and food was very Good and affordable. Would go again if we were In town.
(4)
Beverly K.

We made reservations based on good reviews and got to the restaurant at the time of the reservations. We were told that it would be a little wait. we were ok with that. After 30 minutes, I went up to the hostess who at this point was at her witts ends with angry customers just like me who made a reservation and still was waiting after 30 minutes. Then after 50 minutes we were told that a party who had a reservation after us was going to get a table because they had a bigger number guests. we were just livid. We demanded to speak to the owner/manager but was told he was in the kitchen preparing food. finally after 90 minutes we sat down, and the waiter was rushing us and not very attentive. We asked again to speak to the owner/manager and was told he left the building because he did not want to face angry customers. This place is TERRIBLE. The food was so-so. Never AGAIN WOULD WE GO BACK THERE. IF YOU HAVE A RESERVATION AND YOU THINK YOU WILL GET SEATED, THINK AGAIN. BE PREPARED TO WAIT.
(1)
Sue O.

Great little spot that we would not have found on our own but friends recommended it. Hearty greetings when we arrived and were seated. It was nice and quiet and we could talk and be heard without difficulties. The Melenzana Arrivederci - a rolled stuffed eggplant parmigiana was unusual and delicious served with a pasta side. Our table also had the Vitello Limone with artichoke hearts and capers with very fresh vegetable side and a wild rice side - very good. The salmon with honey mustard had the same sides and was tasty. We would all recommend this spot and we will certainly return
(4)
Lloyd S.

The restaurant is newly renovated and it's beautiful. Staff is very friendly, and the food.... OMG! Bathia had the gnocchi was the best either of us have had. I had rolled eggplant parmigiana stuffed with ricotta and spinach. It was great. For my fellow Jews, our waiter told us most of their patrons are Jewish and per their request they are open Christmas Eve. It's not the traditional Chinese, but thinking about it.
(5)
Peter Y.

It has been almost 18 months since I was in Italy but I felt like I was there tonight! As soon as you walk in you are greeted by a family of Italians, some with great mustaches by the way! I love that the place is somewhat small and quaint as it makes the servers easily accessible even when busy. The food is absolutely amazing! My wife had the eggplant Parmesan which was delightful. I had the veal with wild mushrooms and pasta, so flavorful it was with the perfect amount of gravy! Definitely will be back!
(5)
Roseanne J.

Having read some negative reviews lately we chose other Italian restaurants although we had liked Arrivederci's before. Friends invited us to dinner and here we came. Though not as busy as we had experienced in the past, the food and service was what we had remembered and were glad we came. It seemed that the main complaint was reservations not being honored in a timely fashion. I hope this is not the case, as we have always enjoyed our evenings here. Perhaps that is why the restaurant didn't seem as busy as before. We will be back again.
(4)
Laurie R.

5 stars is not enough for this establishment and their food. The servers are awesome! The food is even better. Everything is homemade and fresh! I had the home made raviolis (I have an obsession with eating raviolis at authentic Italian places). They were to die for!!!! The wine with dinner helped make it even better. The servers made sure we had the perfect pairing. Will we be back? Of course, it is the best. PS-they will be closed this week until the first week of July for remodel.
(5)
Brandon K.

Wow. The lady brought me here for dinner and I am so glad she did. It's Friday night and this place is popping. I had to park in the parking lot next door. When we came in, the hostess asked if we had reservations - we didn't, but they had us seated in no time. We got seated and It was loud! Lots of happy folks talking and eating. That's a good sign! After a brief wait, they brought out delicious bread and pesto. It was yummy! For dinner, I had the meat and cheese lasagna. It was a treat. It had a somewhat of a light texture and was just delicious. The lady ordered rigatoni ala vodka with shrimp. I was jealous at first just by looking at it, but she was nice enough to trade halfway through. Lucky me - that was delicious as well! We finished off with the cheesecake. It wasn't the best I ever had, but it was good. So that was my experience. I hope this place is here forever, because I'd like to make it back a few times.
(5)
Susan D.

We were skeptical about this restaurant because it was easy to get reservation the day before and we were using a Groupon. Well we were pleasantly surprised. It is an authentic Italian restaurant with many Italian staff members. My husband had a dish with sausage and peppers and said it had great flavor and just enough spice. I had pork loin in a gorgonzola cheese sauce with gnocchi. The flavor was nice but it looked terribly bland; all white on the plate. A little dusting on the dish of some color would be appropriate. Our one criticism is that the water was served in a plastic tumbler. Seriously? This is a white table cloth restaurant with nice wine glasses and fairly high end menu. The water also tasted awful like it had not been filtered. All and all a good experience but the water glasses need to go and get a filter people.
(4)
Leah E.

Delicious calamari, bread, Eggplant rollatini! Would definitely dine again, best Italian place so far that we have found in this area. Great authentic service. Thank you:)
(5)
Carole D.

Our whole experience was terrible. We waited 15 minutes for the hostess to seat us and we had a reservation. We ordered right away and waited 40 minutes for the food to arrive. The waitress came over once and said they were down a cook and they were very busy. She never said they were sorry. I had the rigatoni with vodka sauce. The sauce was runny and had no flavor. My husbands food was partially burnt. The waitress never asked how the food was, even when she clearly saw how little we had eaten. It was disappointing and we will never return.
(1)
Matt M.

We were greeted by a charming host who escorted us to a cozy table. Fresh baked rolls with a pesto oil dipping bowl was outstanding. We began our evening with delicious green salad followed by excellent calamari, veal with portobello and chicken parmesan. The evening was finished with some rich Italian ice creams and cappuccinos.
(4)
Reshma M.

We made a reservation and they called us back telling us to come in 15 minutes earlier due to a large party coming in that evening. When we arrived, they did not have our reservation and questioned If we actually had a reservation. They eventually seated us. During the dinner, they had a conversataion about our table and how our high chair was in the way. The waiter was excellent as was the food, but it did seem a little rushed. Overall, the food was great but the hostess was rude and made us feel uncomfortable throughout the dinner. We hope you have a better experience, as the food was great.
(3)
Scott F.

We ate here on a Sunday night and it must have been senior citizens night as we were the youngest party by 30 years. I had the eggplant parmigiana which was one of their signature dishes, but honestly it was about average. They focused more on the cream cheese fillings than the eggplant which seamed soggy and slightly undercooked and burnt at the same time. The pasta with sauce that came with it was unspectacular. On the plus side the pistachio ice cream was deliscous. Everyone enjoyed their meal and the service was good, but we will not be returning. There's too many other better Italian restaurants in the valley.
(3)
BILL G.

Somewhat disappointing. Hadn't been there in couple of years so don't know if it's trending down. Pasta was over cooked as was the calamari. I guess should have complained and returned it, but with others there, just didn't eat it. Three large shrimps and two large scallops for $26, U decide. Wine was good tho.
(3)
Curt M.

Wife and I had lunch there today and the overall experience was tremendous! The veal scaloppine and the pasta with meatballs were absolutely delicious and the homemade bread with the pesto dipping sauce completed a great meal. Will definitely return for another meal and we highly recommend this restaurant. Plus, excellent service! You can't go wrong here.
(5)
Jason D.

Love the ambience and the food. The staff is consistently friendly and professional. Will continue to come here again and again and again and...
(5)
Cubby R.

Very friendly waitress, excellent bread excellent choccimisu for dessert. The veal parmigiana for lunch was rather small and thin and could not cut it with a fork, had to use knife and fork for every bite. Did i mention it was thin yes very thin. Side of pasta tasted OK. Grilled warm sliced mushroom salad was fine. I really was hoping for large portions like other reviewers said to take some home for lunch but it was not the case today.
(4)
Nick F.

Good authentic italian food, fair prices, excellent wait staff. It's a small, intimate restaurant with limited seating. Because of that, a busy night can sometimes overwhelm the otherwise friendly hostess. Reservations are recommended but are no guarantee that she will remember to save you a table...
(4)
Jim B.

Better than I had expected. Pleasant staff and delicious food at reasonable prices.
(3)
Dave T.

This is a good Italian restaurant, but I'm going to have it bring it down from 4 stars to 3 after our most recent visit. The owner is incredibly friendly, but the hostess this past weekend was fairly rude to my wife. She seemed very busy, so it could have been that, but since we don't encounter rudeness at Scottsdale restaurants too often, I thought it was important to note. Service is very quick, since they have a team wait on you. One person brings the bread, another takes your order, and another fills up waters. You may not see your actual server very often, but that allows you to focus on the food. The food, for the most part, is great. Portions aren't too big, especially considering what you pay, but you likely won't be disappointed. Just keep in mind the Calamari isn't fried, so if that's what you're expecting, steer clear.
(3)
Nicki E.

As soon as I walked into Arrivederci in Scottsdale, I felt welcomed. The cute, bustling Italian restaurant was cozy but elegant, with lots of chatter and linen-covered tables, and the staff at the door and servers were super-friendly. The spot is locally owned, with a second location in Ahwatukee, and my pal and I got a nice table in the corner of the restaurant to enjoy the homemade Italian food at. We both liked how there were wine racks dividing the main dining area from the bar area, and there were pretty paintings covering the walls, while the restaurant glowed in a soft yellow light. Our server was excellent and professional, and I'd say it's a great date place if you're in the area. We started with the Portobello Reganato con Fontina ($8.95), a mushroom topped with cheese. Our server said it was one of their most popular appetizers, and I can see why: it was plenty of food for two people to split and had a ton of cheese. The mushroom was really juicy and brought a healthier aspect to the dish, and I really enjoyed it. Our meals came with freshly baked bread, and I ordered Ravioli Caprese Gratinati ($14.95). It was a pretty traditional cheese ravioli, and nothing really stood out to me about the dish, though my companion really liked the fresh tomato sauce it was smothered in. The pasta was thick but a great consistency-there wasn't anything wrong with it, but I've just had more memorable meals. My guest got the Vitello Madeira con Porcini ($18.95), which was veal covered in a mushroom wine sauce and served with pasta. He said he would have preferred a cream sauce instead, which is totally available to you, but he really liked the veal. For dessert, we had the epic chocolate tiramisu the spot offered. It was a giant slab of my favorite dessert, and it tasted pretty heavenly. Definitely get it if you go here-I could have eaten the whole thing myself! My favorite part about dining at Arrivederci was definitely the atmosphere and the service. I love places that make you feel at home, and Arrivederci certainly does that with zero pretentiousness from the staff, and I also appreciated the casual elegance vibe the place had. Not to mention, I'm still dreaming of that dessert.
(4)
R S.

What a mistake! We had heard that this was a good neighborhood Italian restaurant so we tried it on Valentine's Day. Arrived 5 minutes prior to our 8pm reservation and waited outside in a line for 25 minutes. The hostess refused to check guests in, instead making them wait until you were allowed to wait in their tiny bar and lined up in order of the next party. After seated for 15 minutes I asked the hostess to send our server as no one including the water and bread server had stopped by. The waiter promptly came, took our order, brought drinks but still no water or bread. Five minutes later I was able to flag that server and get water, bread and pesto. Our salads came out 15 minutes later and then the wait intensified. The 4-top next to us warned us they had bee there 2 hours and still didn't have their meals. They finally told their server to cancel their orders which he acknowledged. As he stepped away, their food arrived only to be cold. Then the server brought their checks to which they refused to pay. His response, "Sorry but these things happen". Miraculously our meals appeared 25 minutes after our salads and 2 minutes prior to our planned departure. The food was warm at best but there wasn't anyway that we were going to send it back and stay overnight especially since they had one food runner. After finishing the mediocre eggplant rollup and chicken parm, we asked for the check. 15 minutes later it appeared and another 10 minutes was required to process the wrong check! So over two hours spent in a thoroughly overwhelmed restaurant with many guests experiencing the same lack of hospitality. No one received a table visit, apology or acknowledgment despite the owners chatting at the front for 20 minutes after the rush passed. Obviously they overbooked the restaurant and never saw fit to accommodate their guests by being up front, apologizing or even comping a drink or dessert. Instead they avoided their guests and subjected their staff to a hellish experience. just consider me one and done.
(1)
Karen M.

So very happy to have found this restaurant. We have been looking for a wonderful restaurant where we can go for our special occasions and the long search is over! The food is outstanding! Haven't had such great Italian food since I lived in Rome. Ambiance is very nice. Service is excellent. Great menu. Have never been disappointed with anything we have chosen. Only drawback is how loud it can get. Overall still an A+.
(5)
Jackie H.

It was such a welcoming restaurant. We loved the waiter, Giovanni. He was amazing. We let him pick our entree. We enjoyed the halibut and the shrimp arbitta, a spicy Penne dish. The setting was very cozy. We were able to have a nice intimate dinner. I highly recommend this restaurant!
(5)
Joshua A.

Had to travel on Christmas, it was nice they were open! They had a minimized menu featuring select dishes for the holiday. I started with the lobster bisque that had a delicious creamy broth, but the lobster were cheap langostino lobster. I also chose the gnocchi with Salmon. This dish was exactly as I expected it to be, and I loved it. They refilled our waters many times, and they had quite a number of staff available. I do agree with other reviews in that the tables are very close and it is noisy. Very difficult to be intimate. Overall, good dinner, nice staff, and it was great that they were one of the only place open on Christmas!!
(4)
Barbara S.

We dined at Arrivederci over the weekend and I wondered if it was the same restaurant I reviewed in December. We had reservations and the waiter that greeted us gave us the option of a couple tables - we selected one, and he said no, that was for four people (they why was that an option???) I didn't care to sit at the table for two next to a party of 8 + a baby, so he sat us at another table for four (so if this table for four is OK, why not the other one??) I was sooo looking forward to that nice, warm fresh herby bread roll...it came, but not so fresh or warm. meh. Not being overly famished, I ordered the cheese ravioli with arrabbiata (spicy) sauce. Flavorful, yes, but not spicy as described. The homemade ravioli were large and flavorful, though. The veal carciofi with lemon caper sauce was good, but not great - the sauce was not lemony at all; the veal was cooked to tender, but again, meh.(we had gone to Nick's a couple of weeks ago and had this dish & it was awesome) The place was busy - which I'm always happy to see in this economy. We have seen our waiter when we've been there on previous visits - he's not new to a busy night. He wasn't over friendly but did answer our questions, took our order, brought our drinks then went missing. Until of course, it was time to bring the bill. If this had been our first visit, it would be our last. Still, it may be a while before we return - there are many more locally-owned Italian restaurants that will be all to happy for the business.
(2)
Bill J.

Visited today for lunch and was very pleasantly surprised by both the character of the restaurant and the quality of the food and service! I don't usually do Italian places for lunch, but this place came highly recommended by a colleague. We arrived shortly after they opened for lunch and got table in the center of the restaurant, which was great. They have wine bottles everywhere in here, racked by the entrance, the bar, even in some of the sections of the overhang in the dining areas, which is just plain cool. The hand drawn and painted artwork on the wall and the traditional Italian vibe in this place is really nice, one of those rare experiences where you actually feel like you've been somewhere, not just inside a restaurant, if you know what I mean. It was large enough to bring a good crowd, but still felt intimate enough that it would be great for a quiet dinner date. We dined off the lunch menu and, I must say, the bread they offer while you ponder the menu is simply outstanding. It came with a pesto and tomato based oil that was incredibly good and all of us had seconds, thirds and I think even fourths of these things! As for the food itself, one word: amazing. I had their signature ravioli dish and it was absolutely mouthwatering. I could not get enough and, were there not the risk of looking like a complete pig in front of my colleagues, I probably would have ordered seconds. The sauce was out of this world good and the ravioli were cooked to perfection. I am definitely coming back to have this again, even if I have to go alone, it's that good. The service was top notch; friendly, timely and helpful with menu questions, so no complaints there. In so far as a restaurant can make the perfect first impression on a new customer, I think this place has it down pat. I am definitely going back, and I'm definitely taking some folks with me to bring them some more business and to experience their awesome ravioli. What more can I say? I'm addicted and have to go back for more.
(5)
Richard R.

Arrivederci is one of those little nice family owned restaurants that people keep kvetching the valley doesn't have enough of. While it's not the best Italian food in Scottsdale, it serves up some wonderful meals at reasonable prices. For me, it brings back memories of many little whole-in-the-wall Italian restaurants my family and I used to visit when I was growing up in Chicago and Cleveland. As others have said, the decor is awful but easy to look past. The "rustic" wall paper and wine racks probably had an authentic old school feeling 20 years ago, but the dining room could drastically use a 21st century update. The Ferrari parked outside is cool for a quick glance, but really just serves as a fairly pointless "wow" device. The food tastes fresh, the sauces are good but not overpowering to the dishes, and the service is great. The only thing I don't recommend is the complimentary liquor shots we received at the end of our meal. Awful. The server said it would help with digestion. It left me feeling like I was suffering from indigestion.
(4)
Jerome L.

Good old fashioned Italian family restaurant.
(5)
Amy T.

Not sure what took us so long to eat here! Delicious! We started with the calamari, amazing, a healthier (non-breaded, non-fried) version. Wait...I forgot to start with the yummy bread and homemade pesto! We shared the Fruiti de Mare for dinner, not sure I'd ever order anything else. Yummy!
(5)
Angela R.

That's funny I've been going to this restaurant for years and have never seen a booth. Anyway I love a nice local family owned joint . Great food and ample portions. I would love to see a few healthy choices like vegan or vegetarian . Love love love
(4)
Reese C.

This is a quiet, unassuming place in a stripmallish area. Quaint and cute. The wait staff was great and very attentive, Having been to Italy for a month, I'm a snob about Italian and this place was legit. I had two appetizers as my main meal.. the calimari and eggplant parm. both were delicious. The broth that came with the calimari was delicious and I loved the sauce on my eggplant.
(4)
Nancy S.

Average. Been here numerous times over the years and the past couple of times have been so so. Probably won't be back
(3)
Michelle K.

We just enjoyed a delightful meal at Arrivederci. The eggplant appetizer was delicious, as well as the arrugula salad. My husband and I shared the entire meal, including the veal limone main course. It was tender, nicely flavored, the vegetables were crispy tender and the rice very tasty. We finished the meal with their homemade pistachio ice cream with belgian chocolate and it was just perfect. They also gave us their homemade lemoncello as a final course. The serving sizes were just right and enough for us to share everything and be able to enjoy several tasty dishes. The service was excellent and the prices were right for the quality.
(5)
Jaime T.

Very enjoyable meal; we'll be back. Chose Arrivederci based on Yelp reviews; arrived hopeful and wasn't disappointed. Smallish (about 30 tables) with a definite non-chain old world Italian restaurant feel to it. Service was excellent - greeted with an honest smile on arrival and it continued throughout our meal. Casual but respectful, and very attentive. Perfect. I had the Hess Cab and my partner had the Kendall Jackson Chardonnay, both about $9. Wine list was small but adequate with a good spread. The Hess was excellent. Hot dinner rolls arrived with a pesto/tomato dipping sauce that was excellent. We then split the antipasto tray, all very good. For entrees I had the lobster ravioli special and my partner had the grouper in saffron sauce; both were excellent and quite rich but not overdone. My mixed field greens side salad with Gorgonzola dressing was crisp and fresh. The busboy arrived at just the right time: when clearly we were both finished yet without sitting for an extended period when we were. None of the picking up one of the diner's plates while others are still eating which has become the norm and yet is so rude. Our waiter then arrived a minute later with a couple of small glasses of Limoncello, what a perfect touch. We were tempted by the desserts but just couldn't manage it. Next time. This is what an upscale family Italian restaurant is all about folks. If you're looking for a huge, chain style place like Brio (where the food isn't bad) with decent but sterile service and a room big enough to seat hundreds, this isn't it. If however you'd like to settle-in to your cozy corner table in a place you could easily be recognized as a regular, and wrap yourself around some delicious food in an honest atmosphere, this is it. Restaurants come and go but apparently Arrivederci has been around for 17 years and I can understand why. What a nice time we had! I only wish we lived closer, but we'll definitely be making the drive to come back.
(4)
John F.

Even though its right around the corner, this is the first time I've been here and I would definitely come back. I like the cozy bar in the front which had a city feel to it - reminded me of places in San Francisco. The food was outstanding Tuscan style and they actually have Calamari that is steamed not fried. I had the Chicken with mushrooms in a light broth and my dining companion had the Salmon, we both cleaned our plates. Very good service.
(4)
Sharon S.

We had a similar experience as many others here. We had a 7 pm reservation and arrived at 650 to a mob of people who also had reservations, some for 545 who had not yet been seated. We waited and waited. The hostess then did not call people by name instead she would come out and say. " is there a party of 4? " and a few minutes later "is there a party of 6?" Who ever was pushier, not who had been there longer or had earlier reservation got seated. We were a party of 6 and finally were about to get seated at 810 at a table in central restaurant when another party of 6 pushed their way to the hostess and talked her into sitting them there. We were then offered a table literally wedged between the front window and the bar next to the mob of people waiting to get in so we could eat with everyone's backsides in our faces. We declined and left. Very disappointed. Will not go back especially now knowing this is not a rare occurrence but sounds as if it is the norm for this restaurant.
(1)
Greg B.

What a nice find right next to Scottsdale airport. I am a faraway visitor who was playing golf nearby and went here wanting authentic Italian food. No Bucca or Olive Garden here, thankfully. The service was excellent and attentive throughout dinner. Both the veal and chicken parm dinners were very good. The pasta was a bit overdone. Salads were nice and fresh. Prices were in line with one would expect to pay. The menu has many dinner choices. Although we didn't get dessert, it looked delicious. I will return here on my next visit to North Scottsdale.
(4)
Tony F.

Sub par at best. As close as you can get to a chain, without the big name or consistency. My meal reminded me of "pasta anytime" and was not enjoyable. We went on many recommendations from our hotel and coworkers, and I've never felt so mislead. I'll take the blame though, I ate Italian in a desert.
(1)
M D.

We were greeted, and as soon as it was noticed that we were going to present a groupon, it was downhill from then, on. The service was sub-par at best. We never heard about specials that surrounding parties were offered. My meal was good, but the pasta sauce they are using seemed premade with little flavor. My husband's entree clearly had frozen components cooked in. Sub-par Italian food at best... the stellar reviews shocked us.
(2)
Ali C.

I ended up here on my birthday and the bartender made a stellar impression on the phone. We called around 6-7 on a Saturday night and he said he would have a table waiting. I was thrilled to come in, and it was a nice atmosphere. They do well with the space they have. I was a little sad by the menu because they vegetarian options were limited. I ended up ordering the fettuccine alfredo with mushrooms. Typically I adore this dish, I can make it from scratch so I'm a bit picky about it. It came out with onions which was not on the menu. I despise onions with a passion. I had to wait for the waitress to come back so I could tell her, that was a good 5 minutes. When told she rushed off without a word, although I was still trying to ask her a question. It was really abrupt. She was generally nice most of the visit but I was still thrown off by the weird behavior. Apparently it was not supposed to come with onions anyway. The other gripe I have is that the sauce seemed watery and runny instead of the thick creamy sauce alfredo typically would be. The wine was very good, but again with the waitress I attempted to ask her about the wines and she did not seem at all knowledgeable while she dodged my questions. I'm not sure if we would make a return visit. Service and the confusing food issues just aren't up to par with surrounding places. My friends enjoyed their food though although were also baffled by our waitress.
(2)
Soo Jin M.

They are friendly enough and service was good. Bread was decent, pesto sauce was good but could have used either salt or parmesan. Fusilli Bolognese was actually rotini, but good. I really like the sauce. It could have used a little parsley for freshness and color. The cheese ravioli I'm not too big of a fan of, the sauce is watery and salty and it wasn't great? But its not a dish I favor and my friend says that its not mushy like it typically is so it might be a good version. Will definitely go back.
(4)
Ray D.

A bit disappointed so writing after only one exploratory visit and a revisit for the one dish that deserved an encore. The Ossobucco was the major disappointment, A beautiful Presentation that lacked flavor and was past overcooked. One of my favorite dishes when prepared correctly, but they just missed - badly! On the plus side the Gnocchi were little pillows of wonderfulness! Reminded me on our neighborhood "little Italian lady" who made it for me as a child over 60 years ago and was, until now, the very best I have ever had. This version was very close and was served with a wonderful four cheese white sauce (calorie free for certain!). The Caesar Salad was a decent rendition but nothing I have eaten here approached the Gnocchi, unfortunately. Worth the trip for the Gnocchi alone!
(3)
Will M.

They were out of bolognese, my first choice. They were out of bread, which is a big no-no for an Italian restaurant. However, the waiter was extremely well versed in everything on the menu and was very cognizant of the fact that it was a problem. I think he went out of his way to give detailed explanations of the other dishes, but I liked that. His guest service was excellent and he did a perfect job of making us forget about the bread. The food certainly helped. We ordered the Rondelle 4 Formaggi which was excellent. Waiter suggested a side of meatball to go along which complimented the dish well. I can honestly say the meatballs were about the best I've ever had, and I've had a lot of damned meatballs. We also ordered the Spaghetti Vongole, which had just the right mix of seafood and had an excellent flavor. I will definitely be back, and I apologize to our waiter for forgetting his name. Probably lack of carbs!
(4)
Marc G.

I took my family here on Sunday and must say I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. The restaurant is relatively small with about twenty five to thirty five tables. The clientele on a Sunday night is largely graying snowbirds with the exceptional family with kids. The restaurant feels more akin to Northern California than Scottsdale, Arizona - that is a complement! The meal began with ice water and fresh bread with pesto. A great combination. My son ordered the Caesar salad and minestrone soup and left nothing behind. I had ordered the Fettuccine Alfredo con Funghi which was simply outstanding. As a matter of fact, my wife and son ate most of my meal. If you have the opportunity to visit this restaurant try this meal - you cannot go wrong. My wife ordered the Rondelle 4 Formaggi which is rolled pasta, tomato sauce and rolled pasta which is pan fried. It appears to be a light weight meal, but is truly filling. I would say the food is a five star, the service is somewhat lackluster. Water refills were not timely, the salad took a while to make to the table and the service is so so. Worth trying........
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Diana B.

the best the owner eddie is wonderful the server ann marie is the best they give you a dessert for your birthday and sing to you the food is wonderful.
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Jason P.

We live right up the street from Arrivederci and while it is way too nice to eat there too often, it is a treat every time we do. The staff is great. Real old school nice service. Warning, like any good Italian restaurant ... They love to get you liquored up :) Luckily we can walk home from here and so we do indulge from time to time in a wine fest here. The food is great. All the sauces are fresh and homemade. The eggplant rollatini is delicious ... The gnocchi is the best I've had and you have to love the drinks. Great place to take a date or just pop in for a nice dinner on a Tuesday. You will be welcomed with a smile and always leave with one on your face. 4 out of 5. It really is closer to 4.5 out of five. Jason
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Cliff H.

We love this restaurant. The staff is professional, friendly and efficient. We have always had great service. The food is really very, very good. It is fresh, and prepared with pride. The atmosphere is lively and can be a little noisy. It is not a large restaurant and so when full can feel a little tight, but it all adds to the fun. We visit this place often and it has become a family favorite. They have a great wine list! We love this little restaurant and their staff. Cliff and Cathi
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Sean C.

Arrivederci, a southern Italian enclave in the midst of a strip mall in the desert, can boast the rare designation of a dining choice that was not a compromise candidate between members of my family. Granted, I might have just been weak from the travel, but I was enthusiastic to satiate a hunger difficult to address in my homeland. I was not disappointed with what we found. An owner who greets patrons with "buena sera!" in a thoroughly non-corporate, warm, mood-lit setting is always a good sign. Many patrons who respond back in Italian and conduct themselves like they're at their second home are an even better sign, even if the restaurant was a bit empty. The true test, of course, is the food. No amount of show or neighborhood family feel could compensate for a massive kitchen deficiency. Fortunately, it wasn't required: - Bread: Uninteresting... except I could drink the accompanying pesto and oil mix. - Minestrone (~$5): The lowlight. A case of nothing ventured, nothing gained. Skip it. - Gnocchi in pink vodka sauce with salmon (~$19): Let's just say I was highly looking forward to the leftovers as two separate snacks. - "Choco"misu (~$7): Much hullabaloo is made about the addition of the ingredient, but it really just came off as above average tiramisu. - Cannoli (~$5): Always ridiculously unhealthy, but here it's made properly with ricotta and the texture is spot on enough to justify it. Arrivederci is an excellent "corner" restaurant in a land lacking a bit in both deviance and corners. More importantly, it clearly passes the "would survive in NJ as-is" test. There is nothing left to say.
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Liliana L.

This place is AMAZING Mom & Pops place! Dishes: Chicken Cordon Blue Al Gorganzola-my husband loved it. I thought it was a little overcooked. & Lobster Ravioli-Superb! Very tastey They also gave us an extra shot-Lemon Drops to drink for free :) It's not very large inside. Nice touch with Ferrari outside!
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Lucy B.

Went for lunch. Food tasted fine. Portions were small and WAY overpriced. Terrible service...servers were inattentive and indifferent, the manager bordered on rude. Will never return.
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Rick S.

Simply the best ambiance, food, and service. Eddie and Giovanni are in a class by themselves for professional, accomodating service. Another great meal last night.
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Gabi M.

Although I'd been in this shopping center before, last night was my first time dining at Arrivederci... some friends of mine were in from out of town and suggested we meet here for dinner. I bit my tongue instead of suggesting Giuseppe's instead and figured, why not try somewhere new? I'm happy I did. I was extremely impressed with Arrivederci. Service was fantastic, portions were really big, and the company was a cherry on top. There were 5 of us total, and I think everybody was happy with our experience. We received fresh warm rolls and a pesto-olive oil sauce off the bat... yum! Our waters and drinks were refilled constantly which is always a big plus. Side note - everytime I said 'thank you,' our Italian waiter replied with a 'prego' - so charming; it made me feel like I was really in Italy! I started with the arugula salad... it was lightly dressed with a perfect balsamic, and had just the right amount of tomato, parmesan cheese and artichoke. (I think the artichokes came from a can, but I like canned artichokes, so it was fine with me). The others seemed to enjoy their caesar salads just as much. For my main entree, I had the linguine vongole cozze e calamari (Linguine with clams, mussels, calamari and zucchini) in red sauce. It was delicious! Other dishes at our table were the spaghetti and meatballs, and a pasta dish that had Italian Sausage, chicken breast, bell peppers, zucchini, and mushrooms, sauted in white wine with a touch of tomato sauce - that was a hit as well! We were all too full to order dessert this time, so I'll have to remember to save room my next visit. I really don't think you can go wrong dining at Arrivederci... it's casual, charming, local, and they've proven successful since they've been open since 1995. Cheers to many more years of success... Gratzi Arrivederci!
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Brian S.

So we started with the porabella mushroom appetizer, it was cooked perfectly but had a little to much salt. I had the fettuccine with mushrooms, it was a rich Alfredo sauce and all the mushrooms where cooked to perfection. It was a large portion but oh so good. My grandmother had there new eggplant parmesan, as she said it was so good and everything was cooked to perfection, nothing mushy. My grandfather had the chapino, It was a generous portion of fish and pasta with clams all through the sauce and shrimp; it was not spicy at all and the portion was also large. The only faults that I saw where, The amount of noise in the small restaurant and that the parmesan cheese ,they ask you if you want any, is not fresh grated it's that powder type. It was a great place and I plan to go back.
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T S.

We just came back from a wonderful evening at Arrivederci!! We were looking for a non-hotel, local restaurant and we found the perfect place. The food was good, the wine was good and the service was excellent. The owner and staff went well beyond what would normally be expected. When we couldn't get a cab or car to come pick us up and take us back to our hotel, they drove us back. Amazing!! They were so lovely and we thoroughly enjoyed ending our evening with stories of their families and their passion for Italian cuisine. No wonder their restaurant is a success!!
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Jenna S.

We have been coming to this restaurant for the past nine years and haven't had a bad experience yet. My father and and husband are addicted to the veal gorgonzola and ordered it the other night as usual. They raved about the tenderness of the meat and the richness of the cheese sauce. Unlike these gentlemen, I order something different every time we go. This time is was the gnocci with shrimp and argula---yum! The potato dumplings were sleek, plump, and velvety, peppered with plenty of shrimp in the sauce. I find the freshness of their seafood and the pastas pretty amazing. Of course the service tops it all off. Our lovely "mustached" waiter, who had obviously been doing his job well for many years, kept things humming and organized. We received a very warm greeting at the door as well to start things off on the right note as well. We love this place!
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Joey W.

Two stars does feel a bit harsh for rating this place, but the description fits perfectly. "Meh. I've experienced better." Three stars would be "A-OK," which I don't feel describes my experience here at all. It's not that anything was particularly bad or offensive. It just wasn't great. The roll I got before eating was harder than I would have liked, but the pesto/olive oil that came with it was quite pleasant. On the recommendation of the server, I got one of their chef's special dishes, the Ciambotta Di Pollo e Salsiccia. Again, nothing was wrong with it. It was good and I plowed my way through it quickly. However, it was far from gourmet. The sauce, while it tasted fine, was hardly distinguishable from something from a jar. The chicken and peppers were roughly cut in all sizes. Then the biggest problem with the whole experience was the price. For my lunch of only iced tea and an entree, I paid just over $20 after tax and tip. Now I don't have a problem with paying $20 for a meal, not at all. But for that price, I expect quality. What I got did not at all match up with that expectation. I have nothing against this restaurant. I wasn't at all put off by the meal. But I can get better at Olive Garden for a lower price. I can call to mind several family-owned Italian restaurants with higher quality and lower prices. So I'll be taking my money to those.
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Kristen H.

My husband and I come here when we want a romantic dinner alone or to introduce friends to the wonderful flavors of Arrivederci. The owner is always there, and he shows great pride in his business and is ready to greet you warmly. The staff are all wonderful and very professional. The food is beyond delicious, small menu but it is all made with pride. Hand made ravioli and gnocchi, absolutely wonderful! The location is close to other Italian eateries and I have tried them all. Truly nothing comes close to the wonderful ambiance this place emanates.
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Joe U.

We go here a lot. The only reason for not giving 5 stars is that i feel there is always room for improvement. There are many Italian restaurants in the area but this is by far the best. I have had many dishes and they have all been very good. My kids even like the cheese ravioli. Cute small location
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Philip S.

Love this place. I found it by accident back in 2001 and I was surprised at how excellent the food was. It has become the place my wife and I go for our anniversaries, and for special occasions. The food is fresh and tasty and the service is AWESOME! Can't recommend highly enough. *edit* Fogo de Cho is now our anniversary dinner choice. It's amazing.
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Bill B.

So good. The restaurant is admittedly in the most tucked away place. You'd hardly know it was there in the strip mall. Stepping inside however is an instant transformation to a charming little place. Now when I say charming, I don't mean too fancy. It's nice and sets a good mood. The wall decor is not exactly "out of place," but certainly a bit odd. But they could paint Grimace and Burger King sword fighting on the wall for all I care if the food is good. And the food is good. There are moments when food has taken me to another place, where I felt as though I could leave the bounds of Earth behind me. This is not one of those times. There's nothing transcendent about the food, but it's the kind of food that tastes so good that it reminds you to eat out more often. The kind that you think about days afterwards. The roll and pesto are a fantastic start to the meal, but dangerously addictive. It's hard to slow down to make room for you meal. Most recently, I had the lobster ravioli. The lobster was very fresh - a rarity in ravioli. The texture was perfect and supplemented by shrimp in the wine sauce that added to the seafood flavor. The raviolis were also cooked to a great heat and consistency. I frequently found myself closing my eyes to enjoy them. Not the most elegant of surroundings, but really great food for the price.
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Honora N.

It is a great local place - we have been going to this restaurant for years - always great food, service and drinks... One always feels welcome; it is a great place for small parties and out go to place to take out of town visitors...
(5)
L V.

I just had my daughter's baptism catered from Arrivederci and I can't say enough good things about it! The food was excellent! I served it to a group of Italians and they loved it! I called a few days before the baptism and although they open late on Sunday, they opened early for to cook my food. I ordered shrimp ravioli and chicken florentine. Although the chicken florentine is not on their menu, they accommodated my request. The food was delivered on time and was warm. I gave them my budget and they worked with me to meet it. We had so much food but little leftover because it was so delicious. The owner called me the next day to ask how everything went. That was a great personal touch. I highly recommend for catering and dinner.
(5)
hilary c.

Hungry for some pasta, I grabbed my man and my groupon and hit Arrivederci. The wall art was.......interesting? Some strange looking faux Italian frescoes. Not what I would do, but on to the food: The rolls with pesto to start were fantastic. Good thing they only gave us one roll apiece or we'd have filled up on those. We split an arugula salad, which had a great vinaigrette dressing. For dinner, I had the linguini vogole-shrimp, clams, mussels and calamari with the perfect amount of red sauce and expertly cooked noodles. My other half had the carne cannelloni, which was super rich, but SO tasty! I had more than one bite and was really impressed. We had no room to do dessert, but we did clean our dinner plates. Bottom line- super good food, but I can't afford it all the time. Thanks for the experience groupon!
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Shirley R.

This is our go-to place when we want to spoil ourselves. The bread and pesto if phenomenal! The lobster ravioli is divine. And we love the lemoncello at the end with the yummy biscotti. The wait staff is very attentive. You WANT to go here!
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Janine K.

Saw reviews and sounded good. I ordered the Chicken parm. I highly suggest this dish. Not oversized but just enough for me (but I'm not a big eater). This is the first time I've ordered this so I have nothing to compare it to but it was delicious! Lemon drop martini.... kinda bitter.. they use their homemade lemonciello or however you spell that. Had very good service and that's a big thing to me. The veal with creamy sauce and mushrooms is what my hubby got... very creamy and veal very thin... he was still hungry when he was done and he's not a big eater! But he said it was very tastey. My aunt had a fish special with black olives and capers - she said fish was done perfect but the dish was a bit salty (olives and capers might be why). My uncle got some eggplant dish with a lot of cheese... was just okay... very cheesy.. so if you like cheese... go for it. It was just a nice, local, italian place. Not too fancy, very comfortable, reasonable size dishes. I'd give them a shot.
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Love to Eat F.

Did not enjoy my meal at all. Ordered the eggplant appetizer. First cut into it and oil flooded my plate. Could not get myself to eat it. The main courses were completely forgettable. The service was pretty bad too, had to wait forever until someone came and took my order for the second glass of wine. First time here, and probably the last time. Don't care too much about the bad service, but really bad food, that is not acceptable.
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james c.

Not a great restaurant but good enough. We wanted Italian food and remembered a place we hadn't been to for a few years. It is well organized. A minute after we were seated ice water and bread were served. The bread had the look and feel of a small Rhodes bread loaf if the product still exists. It was very white and quite substantial. The dipping sauce was not memorable: olive oil (I think) and some vinegar (I think) and some mystery herbs. Everything was better from there. We skipped appetizers, salad and soup. The salads looked good. My wife loved the gnocchi, my chicken, sausage and noodles were great. One friend loved the ravioli and the other the chicken breast. Food prices were fair. Desserts made up for other food prices: spumoni for $7.50 seems high and same for cheesecake. The wine was also expensive $7 for house merlot is expensive though $7.50 for a glass of Sangiovese not so bad. Service was good until it got busy. We got limoncello with the bill which always helps. We wondered how we had forgotten this excellent restaurant. We will be back soon.
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Peggy N.

My mom recommended this restaurant which fit my husbands Italian Date Night theme perfectly. We went early because our movie started at 6:45 and we wanted to eat prior. The place is very inimate and cozy and was nearly empty at 5:30 on a Saturday night. Our waiter, who was also our host, was very attentive and friendly. We were brought rolls that appear to be homemade and taste to be too. They come with a bowl of pesto that is fantastic! I had the Canneloni with beef filling in a red cream sauce and my husband had the Gnocci We asked if we could have the gnocci with meatballs and red sauce instead of the menu choices of chicken, shrimp or salmon. We think the meatballs and red sauce should be added to the menu as a selection. It was superb! Fresh and garlicky. My canneloni were very rich and the melty, crusty cheese on top really made the dish. We did not get salads prior to our meal nor dessert afterwards. Our orders were plentiful. We will be back!
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Bob J.

I've eaten here twice. First experience was lunch with the wife. We had an intimate dining experience and really enjoyed our meal. Seated at a small, cozy booth; the restaurant was uncrowded and we were unrushed. We remember the bread as exceptional (I note at least one other reviewer found it lacking). The food was very good. Second visit was a weekend dinner and the place was packed. Three of us this time and we got an awkward table straddling the threshold between the main dining hall and the winterized patio. There was a large, loud group in the small patio type room behind us ruining the atmosphere. The kitchen seemed stressed, our meal was delayed, and my memories of the experience are not good - but I do remember the food was fine. My advice, go at an off hour - perhaps for an early dinner.
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Leah W.

Gnocchi alla vodka is *muah* molte bene great service they brought my boyfriend the wrong meal but were happy to bring the right one out. Cannoli was so sweet and yum tuaca liquore was so smooth. A definate successful dinner.
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Scott W.

Disappointed. This wasn't our first time but it will be our last. First, my wife's wine glass had some suck-on food from its previous owner. Then her rigatoni with chicken in pink vodka sauce had bad chicken. She described it as chicken that had been in the refrigerator too long. My food was good. I had the lobster ravioli special. Our server replaced my wife's glass and promptly ordered a rigatoni without chicken. A manager never visited our table and that ruined the place for us. I understand that mistakes happen. But for the manager to not address the problem or even take the add-on chicken off the bill is unacceptable.
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Natalie C.

Don't like this place very much. The decor is really cheesy and tacky, the location is horrid, and the food is sub par at best. I come from the nyc area, so i've had my fair share of authentic Italian food and this place could do much better. I'm also not sure what's up with the Ferrari in the front of the restaurant. WHY?!
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Casey K.

I've lived around the corner for 15 years and have avoided Arrivederci until recently. Based on the appearance and location of it, I never thought it could be good. Well, looks are deceiving. I decided to give them a try when I saw a deal on Groupon. I figured if it wasn't good, at least I wouldn't mind at half price. To make a long story short, I was pleasantly surprised. Sure, it's not perfect, but take it for what it is. If you are looking for upscale, trendy, classy, fancy, romantic, elegant, overpriced, top notch, 5 star, then this is not the place for you. But for the price, the place is more than satisfactory. Atmosphere is minimal, some call it tacky, but who cares, I don't go there for the atmosphere. It has, however, become one of my favorite, neighborhood standbys and that's exactly what it's good for. Prices are extremely reasonable and wait staff is very pleasant and welcoming. Out of the 5 or 6 times I have been there, 4 dishes or so were above average and maybe 2 were average. Nothing has ever been bad or even close to bad. It's a small, homey, casual, corner spot that's a great, little find Would I drive 20 miles to eat there, probably not? Would I return? Yes, again and again!
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Kathy D.

Having gourmet Italian in-laws, I was a little disappointed, although I know it is a hugely popular restaurant...
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Christina M.

Hello Fellow Travelers, My husband and I had the great pleasure of trying Ristorante Arrivederci in Scottsdale last evening. Having lived here in Arizona for about 6 years, we always drove by this restaurant yet never ventured in. I guess better late than never, as our taste buds were delightfully satisfied! Their mission boasts healthy but tasty food, casual elegance and impeccable service. Ristorante Arriverderci keeps its promise to all three. This restaurant's roots come from a native Master Italian chef, Franco, who partnered to bring their special "Nouvelle Italian Cuisine" to: La Jolla, California, Scottsdale and Ahwatukee, Arizona, and finally Houston, Texas. A: Upon entering this establishment, you are taken to a most welcoming atmosphere. To the left hand side, there is a small cozy bar area. The hostess awaits you with a smile and you see a most cozy dining area, complete with several sections of intimate areas to dine. The hostess seated us towards the back dining area, where it can be a little warmer. They are quick though to adjust the air conditioning, to make sure all are comfortable. The walls have quotes in Italian, along with decor that takes you away to a feeling of dining in a cozy restaurant off the streets in Rome. We were promptly given water at our table, as well as warm fresh bread with pesto dipping sauce. A nice touch with the fresh roll of bread served from the basket of a server! T: Their menu includes a variety of appetizers to delight, as well as salads, hearty pasta meals, secondary entrees, and their special "Treasure of the Chef" entrees. Prices for their pastas and entrees vary from 11.00 to 19.95. Their portions are large, so you are certainly receiving every cent worth you pay. I ordered the Campagnola salad and Rigatoni Emiliani with meatballs for my main course. The salad was crisp and refreshing, along with a generous portion of balsamic vinaigrette. The Rigatoni Emiliani with meatballs will satisfy any pasta and meatball craving! A more than ample serving of large rigatoni pasta, mixed in with a generous serving of their tomato sauce and homemade meatballs makes for pasta dish deliciousness. Their seasonings within the dish bring the a taste that no other that I have tasted in the valley. About 4-5 meatballs are included, so the carnivore in you is also satisfied. This dish makes for an extremely filling meal. They also have dessert if you still have room left over from your meal! :) Next time, will have to save some room to sample their dessert which I am certain is quite unforgettable as well. Upon closing out our bill, we received a shot of limoncello to help with digestion. An extremely nice touch to close out our meal. E: Our overall experience was one not to be forgotten. Even a nice touch with our waitress' tie embroidered with her initial. :) I wish we would have ventured into this establishment all the sooner. I guess better late than never, and will certainly make up for lost time! I will never want to say arrivederci to this restaurant! I will say hello many a time in my dining future. Your Honored Guide, --Christina
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Lauren W.

The food was good but the service was ok at best. I had the eggplant parmesan, which was delicious. I highly recommended it. But overall the service was okay. I am all for going to local places, but they need at least try and give good service.
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Mike G.

Great Italian food outstanding veal parmigiana... And it is Veal !!! Not Pork like some other places...Edy the maitr'e d is amazing portions are great. I truly recommend this place.
(5)
Beverly A.

My husband and I just dined at this restaurant for the first time.....EXCELLENT! Great food, great service, very pleasant atmosphere. We will be dining there again!
(4)
Joann S.

Absolutely delicious!! The cesar salad was good & pasta dishes delicious. The food was hot & the service was great! Can't wait to go back again.
(5)
Vicki R.

We eat here frequently and it is always solid, good food. The staff is wonderful!
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Barry V.

We discovered Arrivederci several years ago while on vacation and have continued to come back. We have never been disappointed: The food is wonderful from the fresh baked rolls to start the meal (with a delicious pesto, olive oil dipping sauce) to our meal - tonight we had cioppino and a wonderful Vitello Gorgonzola; the service was excellent; we were too full for dessert but the ending limoncello was the icing on the cake; we will definitely be back!
(5)
Barbara H.

Rarely give a 5, but truthfully? We set out to go to Giuseppes and stopped here...thought we were there...I'm sure Giu. is good, but Arrivederci is the bomb. We will keep going on every visit. Reasonable and really, really authentic. Bueno Sera is your welcome..and they mean it! We loved it. . . reasonable, too. b
(5)
MC B.

We dined here several years ago and were pleased overall so we thought we would try it again. We had an early reservation and were promptly seated. The restaurant dÃ©cor is old, tired and bleak. The chairs are some of the most uncomfortable I have sat in. The wine prices were fair. We received our entrees within five minutes of ordering. Obviously the food is ready to go and quickly heated in a microwave. My husband had an appetizer, which was very small and he said that it was fair. Our son had the Fusilli Bolognese which he said was spicy but good. I had the cannelloni. The lukewarm pasta was gummy and dry which indicates it was sitting out too long. The filling and sauce were terrible. I could barely eat one of the three tubes. Overall, it was a disappointing meal. Service was very inconsistent and we had to ask for everything. We had three issues here that never should have happened in a restaurant like this: server never asked how our meals were, empty plates were not removed in a timely fashion and the server reached his arm across the table in front of me to pick up the bill after I had signed the credit card receipt and stood there checking out what the amount of the tip was. That rudeness really did it for us.
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stephanie c.

Not sure why this place gets such strong reviews- things were just okay. Bread was mediocre, as other reviewers have said, pesto was tasty but not fantastic. We had a caprese salad that was terrible, an arugula salad that came out first with more than 50% bad arugula (was quickly fixed, but STILL), and chicken parm was not great. Arrabiata sauce was great though, as were my kids' meatballs. And three stars instead of two for having whole wheat and gluten free pasta options. The server was SO nice, so I feel bad even writing anything negative, but need to be honest!
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Julia K.

Wrapping up our stay in Phoenix, the manfriend and I were hoping for a pretty decent meal here, after the previous night's amazing dining at Quiessence. What a let down, even though we got a good laugh out of the Ferrari parked out front (how many plates of pasta sold?!) I grew up in with a Sicilian family and spent years on the East Coast, eating literally hundreds of meals in restaurants all throughout New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. My opinion is that I have tasted authentic American-Italian food from the gamut of my grandfather's bolognese sauce (to die for) to off the Jersey turnpike dive Italian joints (to die from). I appreciate a good dive joint with homey Italo-US grub. This ain't it. + 1 Star - Decor. I love the kitchy (ok, downright tacky) walls painted with the Italo-city flair. It's just the perfect hideous companion to the checkered table clothes and low grade china/glasses. It works for me. + 1 Star - Waiters. I love grumpy Italian waiters! Their presence usually means that there will be some good food coming. - 1 Star - Bread. What is with the hideous squishy white rolls? At least they were warm and came with some pesto dipping sauce. But they were more like sandwich rolls and less like dinner bread. - 1 Star - Pasta. Why is the pasta cooked to paste? Is it because we were the only diners in the place without gray hair, maybe they can't chew the al dente anymore? Squishy noodles that became paste in my man's dish, and blubbery tubes that couldn't be forked (I had to spoon them!) in mine. - 1 Star - Sauce. I had vodka sauce. He had al fredo with mushrooms. Not a good comment when he says: "It tastes like beef stroganoff without the beef". My vodka sauce was not bad, but nothing I would think about twice. - 1 Star - Grated Cheese. Not fresh grated. Likely bought in bulk - was actually "sprinkled" over my food (by request) with large sticky-glumps of it bouncing off the edges of my plate. Had zero flavor - just a mild saltiness. Obviously cheap quality. - 1 Star - Bus person. Hey lady! Why would you come and ask my date if he wants a box for his pasta leftovers (ugh! no thanks!) while I am still SPOONING food into my gullet? There are plenty of other empty tables, so why rush us? Oh, and you don't have to come by twice and ask it. Get us some more grainy Phoenix tap water, why dontcha? - 1 Star - Price. It felt overpriced to me to pay $15 for his plate of mediocre pasta with no protein (chicken, salmon, meat). And just about that for mine. Add one beer (I had water) and we are hovering around $40 with tax/tip. Silly. I really would like to give these guys below a 2 but they weren't quite nasty enough to rate a 1. I don't know what all these people who are rating this place 4 and even 5 stars are thinking. Maybe they are comparing it to Olive Garden (I mentioned that place to my man and he said he thought the OG food was better than here!) or Macaroni Grill? This is a place for people who have mediocre taste buds and little experience with innovative dining. For me, I won't bother coming again and neither should you.
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Linda A.

Our family had the wonderful opportunity to dine at this restaurant and I mean wonderful opportunity! Knowing Arizona restaurants consist mainly of corporate chains, individually owned restaurants are rare and not always the greatest. The gentleman that served us I think was the owner he made sure we felt like we were the only customers in there without hovering. We had the Lobster Ravs and the Pollo Mostarda Con Funghi, it was delicious! This family owned restaurant is excellent. Can't wait to eat there again. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars is the chairs are not that comfortable but the food and service makes up for it.
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Mary K.

I really loved this place. My food & my boyfriend's food was really delicious, but unfortunately his mom's chicken was raw (ew) and when I brought it to their attention they were not at all apologetic, the lady literally just said, "ok" and carried on as if the chicken was not raw! which was so disappointing because otherwise, the rest of the food was really delicious and the place was so small & charming. I would give them another try. I would be wary of ordering chicken there, but otherwise, I would go again.
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L K.

Nice & cozy place. On the expensive side but the food is great depending on what you pick. The chef's special had a dish with some kind of potato dumplings with cheese. Although plain sounding, that was just mouth watering. We also got a seafood pasta with clams, prawns & calamari in it. This was way too fishy smelling. Felt like a seagull eating raw fish. I am a major seafood fan, but this did not do it for me. We'll go there again for special occassions.
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Michelle H.

I've only tried one entree here because I am afraid to try the others. There eggplant parmesan is to die for! Although my food is great, the wait staff is a little pushy (may be the Italian in them). No expression on there faces or warm smiles. I've been here only a handful of times but crave there eggplant quite often. It is a very intimate setting and a great date night! I remember once asking for more bread with our meal and the bread took almost 20 minutes, but it did taste like it came out of the oven. The portions are very generous and I always have left overs. I would recommend this place for good Italian food but if your wanting a warm friendly wait staff I would check out the olive garden, where you are family!
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Donald C.

Went last night and had a wonderful time. The food is very fresh. I had the gnocchi, my son had the ravioli. I would characterize it as a very good northern italian style neighborhood place. Wines were reasonbly priced, and the service was efficient and very friendly. We'll definitely go back.
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Moirty G.

Hosted a wonderful birthday dinner for my wife at Arrivederci. The service, the food and the wine were outstanding. The staff was extremely friendly and accommodating. The food was hot, flavorful and just like the Italian we love. Thanks for a memorable evening.
(5)
Joe B.

Really enjoyed the whole night. Service was great and food was better. I made a reservation and they had table ready. You can not go wrong with this place.
(5)
Debrah R.

This place adorable! The staff and owner are authentic Italian, and you can taste the authenticity in the food. They use the freshest ingredients and I believe they make everything there on site (as in, all the sauces, etc.). And when they bring the check, they bring everyone a free lemon-cello shot! The atmosphere is so cute and it's very intimate. A great date spot or a nice place to take visiting parents.
(5)
William E.

Excellent food and service in a quant restaurant. They've got a nice wine selection as well!
(5)
LAURIE R.

What a find! We hadn't been there for years , but remembered we really liked it then. Well, we are sorry we waited so long. The food was outstanding, & we are picky foodies! As we sat down we got a warm roll & a wonderful pesto with tomatoes. One of the best bruschettas! Caesar salad was a little different , but very plentiful & tasty. We were told veal is there specialty. Everyone loved the veal marsala & veal parmesan, again a large portion. This was a perfect birthday meal for my guests and me. We'll be back soon!
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S. L.

I'm a little surprised at all the great ratings. I have to say this was not a good restaurant. While the ambiance is cute and works for a casual Italian restaurant, I was hoping for a great little find. I was with two others and the salads were not good - the Caesar dressing tasted store-bought (and not a good store either). I had the beef carpaccio and have to say it was the worst I have ever had - very tough around the edges and flavorless in the center of the beef. They were very nice about exchanging it for a salad and didn't charge me for the dish. I then had the eggplant appetizer and it was basically very thinly sliced eggplant with a mound of mozarella and some decent tomato sauce. So, it actually tasted fine, but could have been better. In addition, the prices were ridiculous for what you got. If it was homemade pasta, I would understand. But it clearly wasn't. I'll keep looking for that great Italian restaurant that's not a chain, but stick with Maggiano's until I find it...
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debra d.

This is very authenic Italian and one of my favorites. The waitstaff are friendly and attentive, but to be honest it is all about the superb food. I reccomend the stuffed eggplant and the linguine al fredo w/ chicken. The wonderful rolls with homemade pesto is pure heaven.
(5)
Major W.

I had high hopes after seeing the reviews. Initially, I was very happy. The waiter was a pro and mixed the perfect martini. The bread arrived, which was four stars, served with olive oil containing garlic and petite diced tomatoes. The Mozarella, tomato and basil salad was outstanding. Then came the disappointing entree: veal that was supposed to be served in a lemon, butter and caper sauce along side wild rice and roasted veggies. The veal was wafer thin and literally swimming in an overpowering, greasy sauce; the veggies were ho-hum carrots, broccoli, etc. that were more steamed than roasted (and i suspect came from a bag); and the most unforgivable part was that the dish was served with acini di pepe, a bead-like pasta. No wild rice was on the plate! If you're going to make off-menu substitutions, at least have the good form to tell me that when I'm ordering. Up to that point, I would have given Arrivederci five stars, but a one-star entree averages the experience to barely three. Don't go here for the veal and certainly not the wild rice.
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John G.

I have been to many Italian restaurants and Arrivederci is Fantastic! I had Eddie the waiter order for me and I was not disappointed. I was served the Veal Marsala and it was oh so good. I then finished with the chocolate Tiramisu...oh my!!! Arrivederci is a must.
(5)
Georgia R.

I love Italian food. And Italian men. Ahhh- my weaknesses. The food at Arrivederci is fab. Especially the homemade gnocchi. You can't get much better than that. The eggplant parmigiana is fantastic too and even the plain old raviolis are delicious. The portions are big, and it's always fun to order different dishes and have everyone share so you can get a little taste of everything. The desserts are great too- check it out!
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Address : 7101 E Thunderbird Rd
Scottsdale, AZ, 85254
Phone (480) 922-8225
Website https://azitaly.com/scottsdale/
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Opening Hours

Mon :11:00 am - 2:00pm

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : No
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Intimate
Noise Level : Quiet
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : Yes

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Italian Cuisine

The immense popularity of Italian cuisine globally isn't unknown. You can find an Italian Pizzeria around every corner of almost every city in the United States. Not to forget that in every house, people enjoy mac and cheese as comfort food. But it would be wrong to believe that Italian food starts with pizza and ends with good pasta as this Mediterranean country has much more to offer other than these two dishes. In Italian Cuisine, there is a high use of fresh tomatoes, all kinds of herbs, great quality of cheese, all types of meat, seafood and fresh handmade pasta. Many find it hard to believe that Italians have been making noodles long back.

Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.

If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.

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Arrivederci

7101 E Thunderbird Rd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85254

Arrivederci Menu

Appetizers

Salad

Soup

Entrees

Pasta Divina

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Appetizers

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Entrees

Pasta Divina

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