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Riazzi's Italian Garden

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2700 S Mill Ave (at Alameda Drive)
Tempe, AZ 85282

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Riazzi's Italian Garden - Tempe, AZ
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This is the best Italian restaurant in town. While eating dessert, I died and went to canoli heaven .

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I LOVE italian food and have eaten in many restaurants. We've just moved to the Phoenix area and I was excited about going to Riazzi's because they have received nice reviews and...

Editorial review from Citysearch 4/8/2016

I drove past it for years and never tried it until one day we went there on a whim. It is now by far my favorite Italian restaurant! The food is great. The service is great. Don't get me started about how delicious the fresh bread is. If I had the money to go out every week, I'd be there! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 4/1/2016

Great neighborhood gem!! This place has been here forever in Tempe and the food and service is outstanding. My husband and our friends have come here for special occasions several times over the years. We prefer the bar lounge section and our favorite waiter is Rafael and the big tall busser. They are so accommodating and I have tried a diff dish everytime I have gone without any disappointments...great value for what you get, it is reasonably priced and has a very homey feel! Highly recommend! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/25/2016

This restaurant was recommended to us by the gal at the front desk of our hotel and we couldn't be happier. This is definitely not one of the tourist places, but should be. Nick and Eric (who was training) did a great job serving us. Never missed a beat. My husband had the ravioli combo and loved it. I had the Chicken Marsala with Fettuccini Riazzi (Alfredo sauce) and couldn't stop eating it. I am Italian and this takes a place at the top of my favorites in the USA. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/10/2016

The food is good,old time dinning more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 3/3/2016

My buddy took some to work,it was mouth watering good!! I had go there. my self,IT was the Best !! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/25/2016

Thank you to Jim and the staff for hosting our ASA Phoenix Chapter meeting last night. The food was delicious and the service was awesome! Hope to be back soon. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/18/2016

I went to college in walking distance from Little Italy in Cleveland, OH and was sad to find that AZ had so few Italian restaurants! I was thrilled to find Riazzi's. All I ever get here is pasta, meatballs, and red sauce and they are delicious - just what I got used to in Little Italy. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 2/10/2016

When my mom was high school she worked at Riazzi's in their old location. (Torn down looooooong ago.) The same people who owned it then, own it now. Growing up Riazzi's was always a constant part of my restaurant experience. (The owners remember my mom and she still talks to them when we go.)\r They have great food, made from old family recipes. I have always enjoyed the chicken piccata and chicken marsala. I like the red wine, the bread and desserts. Riazzi's is a true Italian family restaurant that has been a part this community for many years, and for a good reason: They are great at what they do. \r It's local, it's real, it's my kind of place. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 1/29/2016

We brought some out-of-town family here last weekend. Everyone enjoyed their meal and our server was prompt and thorough more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 1/20/2016

The food was very good as well as the service. However, the atmosphere needs an update. Definitely an older crowd. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 1/14/2016

Birthday Dinner. My wife and I ate here tonight to celebrate her birthday. She ordered the gnocchi with meatballs and tomato sauce and really enjoyed it. The sauce seemed homemade and the meatballs large. I had the chicken marsala. It was very aromatic when it arrived and the flavor was very intense. There were plenty of large fresh mushroom slices covering two generous portions of chicken breast plus a side of pasta with alfredo. We got a cannoli to go and shared it at the park. I can still taste the cream on my lips, literally! We just walked back in the house and wanted to write this review right away. The service was great, without overdoing it. The bread was warm, soft and tasty. Salad was basic the the blue cheese dressing on it was excellent, very chunky! Food was very good. Price was $39 before tip, 2 entrees and desert, no drinks. What more do you want?? Eat there! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 1/8/2016

First Timer over here!!!!\r The food was amazing it tasted fresh and had amazing taste and seasonings definitely not commercial or frozen food!\r The homemade bread was delectable soft and in good portion\r The chicken Parm had great breading not to thick or thin the sauce was seasoned perfectly\r The building was clean and quaint very ambient lighting great place for a date or a family dinner.\r Great service too! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 11/20/2015

Stumbled upon this place and will definitely be back for our next visit. We happened to arrive rather early (4:30 p.m.) and so were a little concerned when we were the only patrons there. But, more people began to trickle in. Our food was delicious and satisfying, the service was excellent and the atmosphere was very comforting. It was quiet and felt a little like you were back in the 60's (which was before MY time, by the way)! The food was classic Italian and tasted extremely fresh. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 10/29/2015

50-State traveler experience here, and I always stay in nearby hotels so I can dine at this historic location. The awesome bartender Chris has worked here for 40-years... Yes, 40! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 10/15/2015

I love this place. It's like stepping back in time in the best way. My boyfriend and I ate there last night and it was delicious. They make their own salad dressings. The antipasti salad was huge and yummy. I had the half and half ravioli and it was so good. Took the leftovers for lunch today and it was STILL good. Fresh hot bread at the table too. Our waitress was awesome and the hostess was a sweetheart. We will definitely be back. It's so nice to find a place with some character in Tempe that doesn't break the bank. Can't wait to try the desserts- we were just so stuffed by the end of our meal, we couldn't handle it. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 10/8/2015

This is our family's ""special occasion"" place. \r It is ""old fashioned' in decor, but the rest of the place is also ""old school"" which translates to professional service, home cooking and a trained bartender who actually knows how to properly mix drinks! \r We also enjoys the music selection which is again ""old school"" with Dean Martin, Frank Sinatra and others to set the mood. \r So, if you're looking for a trendy, ""hipster"" place, this ain't it. \r But our family loves it. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 9/30/2015

Some of the best Italian food I've ever had west of New England. Thoroughly satisfied with everything I ever order from Riazzi's. I highly recommend this restaurant, they do Italian food right. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 9/25/2015

First time here. Family owned for over 40 years. The cheese ravioli was awesome. Perfectly cooked and thick. Meatballs were great. The lasagna was delicious. The chicken Parmesan was great. The outside was crunchy, not soggy. I would come back if we lived here!! I highly recommend this place. more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 9/4/2015

I love this restaurant! I have been eating at Riazzi's since 1975. I remember requesting it for my birthday dinner the year I turned 13! The recipes are family recipes and they taste just as good as ever! My favorites are the chicken marsala, chicken diavola, eggplant parmesan, fettucine alfredo, scarpel soup, minestrone and the antipasto salad for 2! The cocktails are generously poured! Don't skip dessert...the cannolis are fantastic! more
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Editorial review from Citysearch 8/27/2015

Authentic!!. My family began visiting Riazzi's back at their Phoenix location on Van Buren & 52nd St. back in the late 70's to early 80's. Their food was excellent then just as it is in their Tempe location we visit occasionally now! Their antipasta salad & pizza is to die for! more
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Since 1947, the Riazzi family serves homemade Italian dishes like pizza, gnocchi, lasagna, spaghetti, shrimp scampi, steaks and ribs.

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  • Since 1947, the Riazzi family has been serving homemade Italian food to valley residents and visitors. The menu over the years has changed somewhat, but all the dishes still have that quality that only the Riazzi family can give. Food prepared by hand, with years of care and experience, make this casual dining experience one to put at the top of your list.

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  • Since 1947, the Riazzi family serves homemade Italian dishes like pizza, gnocchi, lasagna, spaghetti, shrimp scampi, steaks and ribs.

  • 4/28/2006 Provided by Citysearch
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  • Hours: Mon-Thu 10am-11pm Fri 11am-11pm Sat 5pm-11pm Sun 4pm-11pm
  • Payments: Diner's Club, American Express, Discover, Carte Blanche, Master Card, Visa
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