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La Locanda on 5th Avenue, Scottsdale, AZ

La Locanda on 5th Avenue

4.4
4.4
935 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
When you are seeking authentic Italian cuisine there is not a comparable restaurant in the Scottsdale/Phoenix area. La Locanda Ristorante Italiano offers a quiet setting where you can enjoy intimate moments with friends and family. We offer semi private dining and a charming bar area, where guest can enjoy a glass of wine and an antipasto. We offer happy hour Monday - Friday from 4:30pm - 6pm in the bar. Featuring a selection of small bites, select wines by the glass $5, $2 off cocktails & amp; beer.

This is a restaurant where everyone is treated like family. Our menu is simple and direct, offering fresh original recipes from the North regions of Italy. Pasta is freshly made in house topped with mouthwatering recipes. The wine and cocktail lists offers a range for every palate and budget. Hearty, flavorful entree includes meats and seafood selections. Salad are comprised of fresh organic local ingredients. We pride our self of a prompt, friendly and relaxed service

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2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 6 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (480) 284-6511

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Guillermo Alcala

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Cross Street

    Indian School and 5th Avenue

  • Parking Details

    We have parking on the street.

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 935 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

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  1. Victor

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food4service3ambience4
    The waiter treated us like we were a nuisance. They also were out of vegan sausage which eliminated about half of the plant based menu. It’s great they even have one though ! Food was good, but not sure if I’d say it’s worth the price.
  2. DanE

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We booked a reservation for Restaurant Week and we’ve found that is a very good way to try out new restaurants. The service was excellent and we enjoyed the food. I had a fillet and my wife had the seafood risotto. The portion sizes were a little on the small size for the price, but the food was very good and well prepared.
  3. AnnM

    Phoenix

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience3
    Chicken Parmigiana was perfect and a very large serving
  4. rickh

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    service was excellent, but i wish i had order off the regular menu. i went with the prefix selection. i had eaten there before and i would give them 5 stars.
  5. SharonG

    Phoenix

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My girlfriends and I visited during Restaurant Week and had an excellent experience!
  6. BobS

    Las Vegas

    25 reviews

    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall2food2service5ambience1
    Went for Arizona Restaurant Week to sample. Food was just "okay", but the rest of the experience was anything but pleasant. Elderly people having to sit at a little table on hard-back chairs was literally hard on the backs, and quite uncomfortable. The noise level was extremely loud due to the structure of the floor, walls, and other boisterous patrons. Even some of the waiters seemed to be yelling. Our waiter, David, did a good job but the whole experience left much to be desired. Sorry.
  7. KimL

    Grand Rapids

    22 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    This place is a hidden gem!! We are visiting from out of town, have been here for a week and ate at all the spots along Scottsdale rd and around the Plaza's. Many of the "must eat at's" well this one was missed from any concierge itinerary and suggestions, we found it by Google Italian restaurants and I am so glad we did. I will say the pictures on their website do not show it in its best light. I was nervous because it looked outdated and I wasn't sure of the area or the Plaza they were in. Come to find out it was only because I was not familiar with the area, but man what a cute cute neighborhood it's tucked away in, the place was very nice, ambience was great, modern, the staff was so attentive, you have a serve, a SA and someone is always coming around filling the water and checking on you. A great wine selections, now on to the food..THE FOOD YUMM. We had the traditional bruschetta & beet salad omg, yum!! Then the garlic bread, then I had the chicken Piccata and my husband had the linguine with mussels. They were both fabulous! We got dessert but really couldn't touch it we were stuffed, we took it home to enjoy today. I would highly recommend this place!! We were surprised and impressed 👏 👌 😄
  8. Steve

    Phoenix

    26 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience4
    Tenth time at this restaurant and WOW something has clearly changed. The total bill for just 1 appetizer and three entrees and wine was $270. What shocked me was the decline in food quality. One entree was the Special - a seafood risotto. The flavor was incredibly bland and although it was meant to contain 3 or 4 kinds of seafood my serving had three very small pieces of scallop. I didn't see any other fish. So bland rice and 3/4 of 1 scallop for $38. Maybe the chef changed? After 9 great meals I'd now be scared to go back.
  9. alexandram

    Phoenix

    3 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 13, 2023

    overall2food1service5ambience2
    We came here based off of all the good reviews but were disappointed. The pricing of the entrees was fair but the food was not flavorful, I ended up getting sick about an hour after eating the mussels that was part of my entree. We order a charcuterie board for $20 & it came with 3 pieces of small cheese, a few slices of fancy bologna and a small amount of bread and apricots. It was definitely not what we expected! However, the service was fantastic and the wine we ordered was delicious. Won’t be going back or recommending
  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 7, 2023

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    Food was okay. I wouldn’t go back. I don’t think it was worth the price of the food.
  11. Peach

    Phoenix

    48 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on May 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our experience was perfect! Our server Alex was really great! He was friendly and paid attention to details. The food was delicious and prepared perfectly.
  12. TakenbyDB

    New York Area

    25 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on May 1, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    The Osso Bucco was one of the best I’ve had anywhere. The wedge and arugula salads were excellent as were the lemon sorbet. Our server was excellently and very kind. The only thing I found odd is bread was extra and has to be ordered. I would definitely recommend them and go back. Their house made pasta looked delicious but we chose different dishes this time around. They also make their own limoncello and that was superb.
  13. DeborahS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My husband said the bolognese was the best he’s ever had! Kudos to the chef
  14. OpenTable Diner

    Columbus

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was amazing, I had the chicken marsala and it was absolutely delicious. Service top-notch and atmosphere was quaint and quiet. Loved this place!
  15. Lovetoeat

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great food and service. We will definitely return again.
  16. OpenTable Diner

    Toronto

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Amazing food, great service. Party of 5 every one was pleased with their experience.
  17. Maria

    Chicago

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful service and excellent meal. Great options to find quiet table in adjoining room or be in more energetic ambiance near bar. Highly recommend
  18. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall1food1service1ambience1
    Found hair in their calamari. Instead of apologizing, they were defensive and pretty assured us of lying.
  19. MikeM

    Las Vegas

    6 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3
    The filet tasted more like a tough skirt steak covered in an over salted red sauce. The risotto was undercooked. The cannoli was not flaky or crispy, rather tough and bland. Solid thumbs down!
  20. WadeN

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 2, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food. Service was excellent. We would go back.
  21. JulieG

    New York Area

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and delectable food. We need to dine there more often.
  22. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We had dinner with friends from out of town. The food and service were spectacular. There was an unfortunate smell emanating from the restroom, but I don’t think that could be helped. Everything else was perfect.
  23. DouginWilliamsburg

    Richmond

    79 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    79 reviews

    Dined on March 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great menu, great service, nice comfy booths; everything delicious.
  24. sclucky

    Charleston

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    We were in town for a family wedding and had a night free of wedding activities. Almost all siblings and spouses enjoyed a wonderful dinner and drinks. The service and food was exceptional.
  25. GregS

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall3food4service2ambience4
    I have given is restaurant a positive review in the past, but this time was different. Food is still good, but the service was terrible. Our waiter brought a wrong drink for one of our party, a wrong dish for someone, then argued about it, the tried to charge us for it. When leaving, the manager looked at us and didn’t bother to thank us, even though we just spent 300 for 3 people.
  26. MickeyC

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic Had Veal Chop and great house salad with eggplant appetizer. Food and Service great-Carlos -owner is there frequently and the entire team there are always nice and accommodating. Dined there many times and always really enjoy the evening. Hidden gem in the quiet area of Old Town off 5th avenue. Nice back room for business dinners and groups.
  27. OpenTable Diner

    Oklahoma City

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall4food3service3ambience4
    The reviews are overall really good but I was underwhelmed by the food. I would say it was fine and the service was fine also. Just not the best Italian food we have ever had. 4cheese ravioli was very similar to frozen if not less tasty. The bolognese.was decent but just lacked anything that makes it stand out. Had higher hopes for our dinner than that.
  28. JohnT

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 10, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Thursday night. Jazz a bit loud for conversation.
  29. eah1

    Phoenix

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 7, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Loved this place. First time there and will definitely be back!
  30. LynneP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on March 6, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food and service was fantastic!!! We all loved our pasta choices!!
  31. Bigredmom

    Omaha

    91 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    91 reviews

    Dined on March 3, 2023

    overall2food4service1ambience1
    We were asked three times if we wanted water and what type. Finally got it after the appetizer was served. Slow, dysfunctional service. Bizarre atmosphere-felt like a country western bar. App and salad were average; we split the entree and dessert which were both above average. Cocktails were very good. I was worried I was underdressed, but on arrival felt very overdressed in jeans and a fleece top-suitable for the cold night.
  32. MichaelF

    Central Coast

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious as usual! Love this place! Ambience was good. Service was great!
  33. ChristyL

    Nashville

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience3
    I would not eat at this location. They were out if several items. I ordered filet but gave me something else. Some food was cold. Waiter approached my husband as he had delivered our food. He said the we’re out of his choice. The peppercorn sauce was yuck!!
  34. NickT

    Phoenix

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Loved the food here! Service was friendly. It was my first time here but I know I’ll be back again soon.
  35. Bing

    Minneapolis

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience2
    I'm glad Open Table has added the Noise Level category. La Laconda was very good in every respect except noise level. Too high and should be tempered with better design.
  36. ChrisG

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on February 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great little surprise! Loved the atmosphere, food and service!
  37. Candy

    Phoenix

    36 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter and meal were fantastic.
  38. OpenTable Diner

    Boise

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Great service
  39. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic experience! Our waiter David was great and very attentive. Great staff!
  40. JimR

    Phoenix

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on February 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good food great service

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitiser or wipes provided for customers
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Protective equipment

    • Waitstaff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

La Locanda on 5th Avenue offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (480) 284-6511.

La Locanda on 5th Avenue is rated 4.4 stars by 935 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 p.m.


Booked 6 times today
Google Map for La Locanda on 5th Avenue

6830 E 5th Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3823

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Indian School and 5th Avenue

  • Neighbourhood

    Old Town Scottsdale

  • Hours of Operation

    Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:30 pm–6:00 pm

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Parking Details

    We have parking on the street.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Guillermo Alcala

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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