We are Italians from Lake Como so we look for authentic Italian food every where we go. To me the best Italian restaurant in Scottsdale is Andreoli followed by the pizza at Pomo. The third best is Trattoria Veneto. Order their pasta bolognese and you'll discover the subtlety of how real Italians prepare this dish. They also do an excellent job of veal scallopini with porcini mushrooms. The atmosphere is nice but not special or memorable. We love the Italian lady who waits on us and Michele the owner from Treviso.
What I appreciate about this restaurant, Andreoli and Pomo is that they haven't changed their cuisine to suit the American palette. You get real Italian food at these three.