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| - I recently visited Dieci for the 2nd time. I don't make a habit of writing reviews after a single visit, because I know we can all have our off days.
The restaurant is located in one of my favorite parts of the valley. I'm glad to see The Esplanade regaining some of its former glory, and this particular establishment has much to do with it.
The design and decor of the restaurant is modern and sophisticated, but not pretentious, still comfortably approachable.
Both times I've been there, the guests were a diverse crowd. That in itself, speaks volumes about the restaurant. It's a destination for the financially affluent, as well as the gastronomically enriched "foodies."
My first visit, I was with my daughter. She's 8, but being a foodie myself, she has a remarkably advanced palate. We had the calamari starter, a pizza, the squash ravioli and zeppole dessert. The service here is incomparable. Everyone is incredibly friendly, prompt and attentive. I've dined there on a slower day, as well as a ramped evening, and the service didn't change. You won't ever have to search for someone to get what you need.
The food is delicious. As I previously mentioned, on my first visit, I ordered 4 or 5 things from their menu. All of it was plated and prepared exquisitely. My 2nd visit was with a party of 14, and we ordered most of the menu. I was with a group of food aficionados, so we all sampled each other's plates. The breads on offer are epic. The roasted garlic with oil is something I personally make at home to whet the appetites of my friends. I again ordered the calamari, with the hot peppers. I'll eat it every visit. I've heard the from friends I've sent there that the mussels need to join my next order.
I believe that our group ordered every pasta dish that was available. Each and every plate was presented beautifully, and cooked with the same attentiveness. We had multiple appetizers, we also ordered at least one pizza. I want to be as precise as I can be, so I will tell you, we sent our plates, boats, ramekins and baskets back to the kitchen clean and void of any scrap of food.
I really love this restaurant. It's not old world Italian comfort food, even though they do serve lasagna. It's a beautiful, modern, American Italian eatery with unrivaled service and an impeccable menu. I will be eating there, sending friends there, and entertaining clients there. Dieci will surely remain in my rotation of favorite Phoenix eateries.
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