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| - So I got married downtown at the Icehouse last month - prior to that I have to say I had actually visited downtown Phoenix zero times. I live in Scottsdale/PV so never thought there was a reason to go "downtown". Boy was I wrong.
While vetting out a location for our rehearsal dinner we dined at a few cool spots downtown, one of which was Cibo. Coming from Chicago I consider myself a pizza snob/aficionado so it takes a little bit to impress me. I was drooling over Cibo's menu before we even arrived, and they did not disappoint. First of all, the restaurant and patio are just freaking adorable. I had no idea Phoenix offered neighborhoods such as the one Cibo is located in. Rows of cute bungalow homes just like back home! And located in one on the corner, there is Cibo! What a romantic, special setting.
On my first visit, the server was knowledgeable about the menu, ingredients, as well as the vino. I like that they use local and organic ingredients mixed with authentic Italian items that are imported and impossible to duplicate. We started with the Ostia salad which I am now obsessed with and have tried unsuccessfully to duplicate at home. The chickpea dressing was so well balanced, and the crispy parsnips on top were such a creative was to add crunch. We ordered both a red and a white pizza, because we just couldnt decide. The pizza crust was just the right mix of crunch and chew, and the toppings and cheese were fresh and flavorful.
Ahhhhh and the Nutella Crepes. So simple yet so divine. Warm crepes stuffed with Nutella with a scoop of ice cream. Hard to find anything wrong with that.
So midway through my 3rd glass of vino the decision was made - we were going to host our wedding rehearsal dinner here. We asked them to show us the location, which could not have been more perfect. Private parties can be hosted in what is basically a guest house converted into a party room. It was just too cute for words, needed little decoration, and has a bar, private bathroom, and a great patio. They told us they were planning to host small weddings in the space as well.
The service that I received with regard to our rehearsal was great. Michelle was quick to respond to my questions and I really appreciated her guidance on the menu as we had a few vegan/vegetarians in our party.
The value of hosting our dinner there was fantastic. Our $20/pp package included house salads, a trio of bruschetta choices, a variety of pizzas, and those Nutella crepes I had been dreaming about. To keep costs in check we decided to serve soft drinks and a selection of a couple of beers and wines for our guests to chose from . All in all, with gratuity and drinks included the bill was around $1000 for about 30 people, which I felt was a great value. The bartender and wait staff made sure everyones waters and drinks were full, and the timing of the service was great.
Our friends and family raved about the location and food, and had a blast enjoying the beautiful evening weather on the private patio.
Cibo will always hold great memories of a fantastic night with friends and family, and I look forward to my next visit to this little treasure. I have yet to go to Bianco despite all I have read, but honestly would have a hard time justifying waiting in line and dealing with all the hoopla involved with dining there when I know Cibo is around the corner and well deserving of my business.
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