Javinos has been in my long list of favorite North Scottsdale business lunch locations. The dark stone and sistine chapel reminiscent ceilings add to the old world charms and remind me of many NYC - area Italian restaurants. The food is terrific especially the stuffed peppers!
The other evening I met friends for a wine tasting there. For cost, the value was exceptional. It included a dinner plate sampling of several entrees as well as a complimentary wine pairing. The experience allowed for a briefing sampling of their other menu items and I was not displeased.
One negative, when seated in the center of the dinning room the acoustics are exceptional. You can hear everyone else's conversations at other dining tables. The down fall is you cannot hear the person sitting next to you. I'm assuming it is the result of the way the ceiling is shaped. Best idea when you want to grab a serious conversation of business negotiation aim for the seating closer to the walls. The food is delicious where ever you sit.
Eat well!
See pics and my review on whentozen.com http://whentozen.com/2010/10/javinos-wine-bar-and-restaurant/