We arrived in Scottsdale this June from New York. Coincidentally, the owners of Basil & Garlic Bistro - also from NY - had arrived here this Spring.
Allow me to say this local Italian Bistro is "pure heaven" - fresh, clean, superb food, incredibly excellent Pizzas, marvelous congenial service AND the real deal. Economical and excellent prices, great menu variety + Italian Food as it should be.
Lucky for us it's only a few mile drive and WE will be regulars. Take note - there is only seating for 34 and at times, there will be a wait = well worth it! Better yet, just drop in on a weeknight - as we did yesterday... no wait - just BIG smiles.
To date, in my first 3 months here, Basil & Garlic Bistro is the VERY BEST value I've found and I'm certain you'll be as equally pleased here!
Jon M. in Scottsdale