Many restaurants in the Phoenix area are in strip malls. Uncle Louie is in a nice one - but one just the same. The decor looked it too. It's a good thing that the place was busy and the host was warm and gracious - as if you were an old friend. (I think Louie's wife?) Service was good and prompt. I read that others haven't been so lucky but maybe it's because I was with regulars. The Caprese salad was very good and had razor thin slices of prosciutto on it. Yum. Between the 3 of us, we had the Veal Picatta, Shrimp Scampi and Pizza - all were delicious. The shrimps were a good size and perfectly cooked. My friend didn't share her pasta but I assume it was tasty. The veal was fresh and tasty! Big portion and lots of capers. I have to say that I did not try the pizza ... until the next morning cold. It was still amazing and I am kicking myself for not eating it fresh! Overall - the food was fresh and true - meaning I didn't get lots of food that tasted processed like a big chain might have. They are pretty pricey but in that area, it's not a problem. I can tell you one thing - If I lived close by - I would go pretty often. I live in an area of chain restaurants and getting something family owned that isn't a diner is hard to come by. Next time I travel to Phoenix, I will try Uncle Louies and get the pizza!