I like La Cucina. Laveen is desperate;y lacking in good italian places and the 3 times I've been there I have been very pleased. The prices are a little higher than you'd expect, but I'm willing to pay them to support local business owners vs. the dime a dozen chains. The staff is great and they create a fine-er dining experience than most everything else in the area. Attention to detail is key, and the little antipasto plate you're presented with is tops. (And can't be inexpensive for them to provide)
I have high hopes for La Cucina.. And I hope they stick around and are given a chance by the locals