La Locanda on 5th Avenue

4.4

1063 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Mar 13, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Good for special occasions
Good for business meals

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

Additional information

Location
6830 E 5th Ave, Scottsdale, AZ 85251-3823
Phone number
(480) 284-6511
Price
$30 and under
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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We have parking on the street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Guillermo Alcala

Sausage and Peppers$13.00
Filet Carpacio$15.00
Arugula, Avocado, Capers
Grilled Calamari$15.00
Limoncello Sauce
Traditional Bruschetta$11.00
tomato, Basil, Grana, Evoo
Spicy Mussels$15.00
Green & Black Mussels, Spicy Tomato Sauce
Salmon Toast$15.00
Smoked Salmon, Red Onion, Capers, Avocado, Arugula
Mozzarella di Bufala$17.00
Prosciutto, Chili Marmalade
Baby Arugula$12.00
Goat Cheese, Strawberry, Toasted Almond, Citrus Vinaigrette
Caesar$14.00
Whole Leaf Romaine Heart, House Crouton, Six Minute Egg
Beet Salad$12.00
Roasted Beets, Goat Cheese Crema, Poppy Seed Dressing
Wedge$13.00
Blue Cheese, Egg, Tomato, Bacon
Chopped Salad$14.00
Tomato, Bacon, Red Onion, Avocado, Egg, Blue Cheese, Dijon Dressing
House Salad$11.00
Mixed Greens, Carrots, Red Onion, Balsamic Vinaigrette
Chef's Daily Soup
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Primi

Black Linguini Frutti di Mare$31.00
Mussels, Scallops, Salmon, Shrimp, Calamari, Calabrian Chili Tomato Sauce
Pappardelle Bolognese$22.00
Pork, Veal, Bolognese Sauce
Penne ala Russa$22.00
Smoked Salmon, Asparagus, Vodka Sauce, Caviar
Gnocchi$25.00
Homemade Gnocchi, Prosciutto, Mushrooms, Peas, Tomato Cream Sauce
Risotto Porcini$20.00
Saffron Risotto, Creamy Porcini Sauce, Truffle Oil
Ravioli Quattro Formaggi$20.00
Pomodoro Sauce
Linguini Arrabiata$24.00
Shrimp, Spicy Tomato Sauce
Penne Pesto$22.00
Chicken, Sundried Tomato
Fettucini Cajun$22.00
Cream Sauce, Chicken, Fried Onion
Linguini Carbonara$21.00
Brussel Sprout, Bacon
Garlic Bread Basket$5.00

Secondi

Osso Buco$38.00
Braised Veal Shank Prepared Milanese Style, Risotto
Filet Mignon$41.00
Peppercorn Sauce, Roasted Brussel Sprouts, Bacon
Chicken Piccata$25.00
Mashed Potatoes
Halibut$38.00
Limoncello Sauce, Grilled Vegetables
Veal Chop$45.00
Grilled Mushroom Barolo Sauce, Mashed Potatoes, Sauteed Kale
Salmon Piccata$28.00
Lemon, Capers, Sauteed Vegetables
Chicken Marsala$26.00
Roasted Potato, Spinach
Veal Gorgonzola$33.00
Veal Scallopine, Gorgonzola Sauce, Crispy Potatoes, Kale
Chicken Parmesan$26.00
Breaded Chicken Breast, Mozzarella, Tomato Sauce, Mashed Potatoes
Seared Scallop Risotto$29.00
Carbonara Style, Scallops, Pancetta, Peas, Saba
Speciale di Mare
Daily Fish Special | Ask Server for Details

What 1,063 people are saying

La Locanda on 5th Avenue reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.6Service
4.2Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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La Locanda on 5th Avenue is a hidden gem offering "amazing authentic Italian" cuisine. Guests rave about the "best Osso Buco" and delightful pasta dishes. The ambiance is intimate with "fabulous jazz" nights adding to its charm. Service is consistently praised as "exceptional," making it perfect for a memorable dining experience.

1,063 Reviews

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Mark VIP
San Francisco58 reviews
3.0
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Passable Italian restaurant but nothing spectacular. Dishes weren't necessarily authentic Italian but more so someone's interpretation of authentic Italian. But they were tasty and overall the experience was fine.
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MichaelH VIP
Los Angeles17 reviews
3.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
We couldn’t get a reservation anywhere near old town Scottsdale. We found this restaurant and they had availability. Overall, it was fine. The food was decent and the ambience was fine. It didn’t stand out, by any means. I wouldn’t hesitate to go again if I couldn’t get in somewhere else, but I would probably choose something different if I had more options. Overall, we enjoyed ourselves.
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OpenTable Diner
Phoenix1 review
4.0
Dined on March 2, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Had an excellent dinner at La Locanda, family-feel Italian place in old town. We enjoyed the spicy mussels, buffalo mozzarella, pasta Russo and chicken parm.
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Scott VIP
Chicago44 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful! Kind servers and special food! Wife and I had salmon dishes and they were perfect!
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Anita
Unspecified1 review
5.0
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My first time at the restaurant, I had the beet salad, (out of if this world!!! )My salmon dinner was awesome as well! Loved it. Great service. I will definitely be back.
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Arix
Phoenix1 review
5.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience, as always. La Locanda is a gem!
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Mark
New York City13 reviews
3.0
Dined on February 9, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
Was in from out of town and met a friend for dinner here. Heard it was recommended highly. I didn’t understand the thrill. Food was fine. Nothing excited. Steak was way undercooked. Service was rushed and inconsistent. Noise was absurdly loud, so made talking at dinner very difficult. So many good places around town, so I won’t be back.
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Stephanie
Palm Springs1 review
1.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 1
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
I was excited to celebrate my birthday here, and while they did acknowledge the occasion, the overall experience fell short of expectations. The service was underwhelming, I did not like our server, and nothing really stood out to make the celebration feel special. The food was average at best — I’ve definitely had better Italian cuisine and service elsewhere. Unfortunately, this place didn’t leave a lasting impression, and I wouldn’t personally recommend it.
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David
Orlando4 reviews
5.0
Dined on February 1, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very authentic Italian food. They are very accommodating changing ingredients for personal tastes! Love this restaurant!
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Phyllis VIP
Detroit15 reviews
5.0
Dined on January 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our first time experience was very good after finding a parking space!
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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 1063 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 13, 2025

9:30 PM

Booked 8 times today

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

Additional information

Phone number
(480) 284-6511
Price
$30 and under
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
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
We have parking on the street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Guillermo Alcala

La Locanda on 5th Avenue

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Antipasti e Insalate

Sausage and Peppers$13.00

Filet Carpacio$15.00

Grilled Calamari$15.00

Traditional Bruschetta$11.00

Spicy Mussels$15.00

Salmon Toast$15.00

Mozzarella di Bufala$17.00

Baby Arugula$12.00

Caesar$14.00

Beet Salad$12.00

Wedge$13.00

Chopped Salad$14.00

House Salad$11.00

Chef's Daily Soup

Primi

Black Linguini Frutti di Mare$31.00

Pappardelle Bolognese$22.00

Penne ala Russa$22.00

Gnocchi$25.00

Risotto Porcini$20.00

Ravioli Quattro Formaggi$20.00

Linguini Arrabiata$24.00

Penne Pesto$22.00

Fettucini Cajun$22.00

Linguini Carbonara$21.00

Garlic Bread Basket$5.00

Secondi

Osso Buco$38.00

Filet Mignon$41.00

Chicken Piccata$25.00

Halibut$38.00

Veal Chop$45.00

Salmon Piccata$28.00

Chicken Marsala$26.00

Veal Gorgonzola$33.00

Chicken Parmesan$26.00

Seared Scallop Risotto$29.00

Speciale di Mare

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