Italian Dining Spots in Flagstaff

Whether you’re looking for family-friendly places to eat or seeking a fine dining experience for a special occasion, our list features some of the best Italian restaurants in Flagstaff. Find the ultimate foodie’s destinations across the City of Seven Wonders and discover what makes these eateries “pasta-tively” unforgettable.

Italian Cuisines

Teatro Italian Food & Wine

16 N San Francisco Street

Explore authentic Italian food with risotto, gnocchi, tiramisu, and more. Teatro Italian Food and Wine serves scrumptious meals in a spacious area, where a dish like Antipasto Italiano can be enjoyed in a stylish setting. With handcrafted pasta and meats that are cooked to a golden texture, this restaurant will have you traveling to the eateries of Northern Italy without a plane ticket. Browse through a selection of more than 120 wines, relishing full-bodied and aromatic sips of flavor. 

Must-Have Dish: Try the Risotto Agli Asparagi, enjoying the savory and sweet combination of arborio rice, pear, mozzarella, and asparagus. 

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Cafe Stella

7 E Aspen Avenue

Garlic bread, spaghetti with meatballs, and chicken alfredo are some of the comforting foods at Cafe Stella. Based in downtown Flagstaff, this casual eatery offers an outdoor seating area that exudes an inviting ambience. Indulge in brunch delights such as the breakfast bruschetta toast or the grilled cheese and fig sandwich. Foodies with a sweet tooth will enjoy the cannoli-infused French toast or the blueberry pancakes with a zesty lemon sauce. 

Must-Have Dish: Taste flavorsome bites of Scafetti’s Pasta, taking in the slowly simmered tomato sauce that’s poured over handmade penne and coated with cuts of pork chop and garlic bread.

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Fat Olives

2308 E Route 66

With Food Network celebrity Guy Fieri’s stamp of approval, it’s easy to find savory pizza and pasta creations at Fat Olives. Specializing in Neapolitan-style pizzas, savory pie lovers will relish ingenious toppings such as BBQ chicken and Calabrian chiles. Browse through different bruschetta choices, enjoying the goat cheese-centered board or the bacon and marmalade combination. Save room for dessert with espresso-drizzled ice cream or a creme brulee cheesecake. 

Must-Have Dish: Enjoy fresh ingredients with the caprese sandwich, experiencing a harmony of seasonings from the pesto, arugula, and lemon balsamic vinaigrette. 

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Sosta

413 N San Francisco Street

Sosta's menu may be limited, but it is packed full of flavor and house-made ingredients. Their hand-pulled pasta dishes feature their own handmade pasta with Italian-inspired sauces. The Neapolitan pizzas take on Sosta's originality too, with vegan parmesan, honey, and  green chili among their tasty toppings. 

Must-Have Dish: Sosta makes their focaccia in-house; be sure to add it to your meal. Then top off your meal with some of their gelato. 

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Oregano's Pizza Bistro

1061 S. Plaza Way | 980 N. Country Club Drive

Oregano's Pizza Bistro started from a family tradition of family dinners over Italian dishes. Here in Flagstaff, Oregano's is keeping the tradition alive with a friendly, casual atmosphere and Italian comfort food: pastas, pizzas, sandwiches, and more. 

Must-Have Dish: Pick your favorite toppings and order it on Oregano's deep-dish pizza crust. 

Pizza Places

NiMarco’s Pizza

101 S. Beaver Street | 1800 S. Milton Road | 3715 N. Kaspar Drive

With three locations in Flagstaff, it's obvious that NiMarco's is a Flagstaff-loved pizza joint, which has been serving hot and fresh pizza to the community since 1979. Their signature pizzas are packed full of delicious and shocking topping combinations, like their street corn-inspired NiMo's Craving and their Hawaiian BBQ. This spot is also gluten-friendly with gluten-free substitutes available. Want something a little more unique? They offer a "Build Your Own Pizza" option on their menu!

Must-Have Dish: NiMarco's Monster Meat pizza will give a protein boost with every bite thanks to the combination of pepperoni, bacon, spicy Italian sausage, and ham!

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Fratelli Pizza

2120 N. 4th Street

Fratelli's award-winning pizzas have been named "Best of Flagstaff Pizza" over 20 times since they opened in the early 2000s. Looking over their menu and interesting takes on pizza combinations will have you wanting a bite. Try their Pesto Cashew Pizza (a Fratelli original) or order their best-seller, the Route 66. Fratelli's menu has a variety of calzones, pizzas, signature pizzas, and slices too good to pass up. This pizza place never stops searching for new flavors and has recently added a vegan cheese substitute to their toppings list. 

Must-Have Dish: When in Flagstaff, try the Flagstaff Pizza. Piled high with pesto, sun-dried tomatoes, mozzarella, artichoke hearts, ricotta, and garlic. 

Pizzicletta

203 W. Phoenix Avenue | 117 N Beaver Street

Wood-fired pizza and house-made mozzarella- what more could you ask for? Maybe fresh ingredients and vegan options on a refined menu? Voilà, you have Pizzicletta. This spot brings an elevated twist to traditional Italian favorites, like their white pizza option, Amore Oi Mari, which is made with mascarpone, mozzarella, honey, and arugula. Make your meal twice as local with their 117 N Beaver Street location, where Pizzicletta has paired up with Dark Sky Brewing Company under one roof. 

Must-Have Dish: Diavola adds a little kick of sweet and spicy to a traditional pepperoni pizza with chili oil and honey that makes every bite oh so savory. 

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Elevated Pizza Company

4650 US-89

Elevated Pizza Company proudly serves New York-style pizza. Following a 72-hour fermentation process for their house-made pizza dough and offering a cauliflower crust alternative, it's obvious that they take their pizzas seriously. Note: This budget-friendly and casual place is located within the Flagstaff Mall and is perfect for simple pizza options made with fresh ingredients. 

Must-Have Dish: Families must try the Family Meal Deal, which offers an 18" pizza, 4 drinks, and a large salad for less than $30. 

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New Jersey Pizza Company

2224 East Cedar Avenue

The New Jersey Pizza Company's colorful exterior hints at the bold and vibrant flavors in store just inside. Among their artisan pizzas are award-winning bites and topped with classic Italian staples, like the Ball Lover pizza, which is topped with their meatballs, basil, and fresh pulled mozzarella. Farm-picked ingredients are the pizza company's signature; you'll even find on their menu the exact local farms that that their produce was sourced from.  

Must-Have Dish: The New Jersey Pizza Company's vegan pizza, the Steamy "V", is award-winning and after just one bite, you'll get why!

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The Pizza Guy

1417 S. Plaza Way

The Pizza Guy has a way of making you feel like a local, even if it's your first time in Flagstaff. Their friendly staff, casual atmosphere, and simple pizzas bring a homey feel to the small local pizza shop. Choose a classic pizza, or opt for one of their house favorites: Extreme Supreme Pizza, Meat Lovers Pizza, or their Ultimate Veggie. 

Must-Have Dish: The Pizza Guy's meat lover pizza isn't only highly recommended, it also has a secret ingredient: Canadian bacon! 

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Lumberjack Pizza

104 E. Route 66

For Mother Road lovers, Lumberjack Pizza's locations right off the historic Route 66 make it a must. At Lumberjack, everything is made fresh; nothing is pre-made. Dough is freshly kneaded, cheese is shredded daily, and pizza sauce is made in-house. These homemade ingredients, mixed with their combination of thin pizza with a thick crust, mean consistent taste and unique experiences. Grab a seat on their patio and try out their menu slice by slice. 

Must-Have Dish: Because of their fresh ingredients, you can't go wrong with a classic pepperoni pizza from Lumberjack. 

With local-favorite Italian dining spots in the area, you’ll find new brunch, lunch, and dinner options that will step up your daily “rotini.” Looking for more? Discover more scrumptious meals and drinks with Flagstaff’s top-rated restaurants.