EVO Old Town Scottsdale

First of all love love love that they close at 2am with a full menu. Having a restaurant that closes late is very convenient and the atmosphere is amazing for diffrent occasions. We had an amazing server who made the vibes even better. We had the Margherita pizza half with peparonni, salmon and Pomodoro which we added meatballs. All the food was good and so were the drinks. I tried a diffrent hardcider which I loved but forgot the name sadly 😵. I definitely recommend!!!

A perfect dinner for our last night in Scottsdale. Dark, a little moody & delicious food. Sonny B was our server and he was great! Attentive and offered ideas, and kept our waters full & our wine glasses. He let us know of the special which was if you order a bottle you get the meatballs free! Say Less! The meatballs are AMAZING. Def. worth ordering even if they don't come with your wine :) A great wine list, full of options, regions & price points. Something for everyone. I ordered the Bolognese: Pappardelle | Beef/Pork/Veal Ragu | Ricotta | Parmesan | Basil. - Their pappardelle noodles were perfectly cooked and I was a happy girl! We sat at a lovely round table that fit our group of girls and it was a perfect cozy end to our trip. Cin! Cin!

EVO Old Town was hands down one of the best dining experiences I’ve had in a long time. From the moment we walked in, the ambiance was warm, stylish, and elevated without feeling stuffy — the perfect mix of lively and intimate. The lighting, music, and overall vibe make it such a great spot for a night out or a special dinner. Our server, Jamar, provided probably the best service I’ve ever had. He was attentive, knowledgeable, and genuinely welcoming without being overbearing. Every recommendation he made was spot on, and he made the whole experience feel seamless and special. You can tell he truly cares about guests having an amazing time. The food was absolutely top-notch. Everything we ordered came out beautifully presented and full of flavor — fresh ingredients, perfectly cooked, and clearly crafted with intention. It’s the kind of place where every dish feels like a standout, not just one or two. We also had the pleasure of meeting Samantha, the GM, who was an absolute gem. She checked in on our table and made us feel so taken care of. You can tell the level of hospitality here starts at the top and carries through the entire team.

EVO is a really nice spot to visit for an after dinner drink — the vibe is sleek and relaxing, perfect for a night out. The cocktails were great, well-crafted, and definitely the highlight of our visit. The only downside was that it took quite a while for host to seat us and we ordered drinks from the bar to come over to our booth. Once service picked up, everything was smooth, but the wait in the beginning was noticeable. Overall, still a lovely place to grab a drink and unwind, and I’d come back for the cocktails alone.

Authentic Italian Vibes Only 🇮🇹✨ Hands down one of the best Italian spots I’ve been to! The vibe is immaculate — classy chandeliers, cozy booths, and that perfect “feed me pasta & tell me I’m pretty” energy. We started with the whipped feta, which was absolutely insane — creamy, flavorful, and addictive. Our mains were lasagna and shrimp & lobster tortellini, both perfectly seasoned and came out fast and fresh. The staff were total dolls — super sweet and on top of everything! And let’s talk about dessert… the tiramisu legit transported me straight back to Italy. Light, fluffy, and a perfect end to the night 😍☕️ If you’re looking for an authentic Italian restaurant with killer food, beautiful vibes, and amazing service — EVO is the spot. Highly recommend for date night, girls’ night, or literally any reason to eat pasta 💃🍷

Great spot. I sat at the bar. All the staff I interacted with were great. Very friendly and gave great food advice. Food was delicious. I went with the charred octopus (amazing) to start and the chicken parm for dinner.

Been coming here for the past 3/4 years and it is so consistently good in terms of food, service, and atmosphere. They also are very accommodating to fellow F&B service industry folk, which is wonderful. Cannot say enough good things about this place!

The pizza was unreal. Easily top five pizzas I have ever had in Scottsdale, maybe Arizona. Perfect crust, balanced sauce, high quality ingredients. The kind of pizza you keep thinking about the next day. The meatballs were phenomenal. Tender, flavorful, and clearly not an afterthought. Order them. Non negotiable. Drinks were excellent, prices were surprisingly reasonable, and the atmosphere was exactly what you want in Old Town. Fun, lively, energetic without being chaotic. Great spot whether you are on a date, with friends, or just grabbing food before a night out. Service was fast, friendly, and dialed in. Food came out quick, drinks stayed full, zero complaints. And whatever that cheesy honey bread or sweet bread situation is called… absolutely off the charts. One of those items you order once and then can never not order again. Amazing food, great vibes, solid prices, and a team that knows what they are doing. EVO is officially in the regular rotation.

I finally decided to dine in at Evo after only doing delivery for the last several years... and let me tell you, it is a completely different experience. The moment I walked in, I felt transported. The vibe is this vintage classy that I personally love: ornate chandeliers, warm low light, beautiful patterned booths, and little details that make me smile (case in point: the purse hanger in the bathroom next to the toilet paper dispenser. It's the thoughtful little things!) I came in absolutely starving and ready to feast. I started with the half focaccia and the arancini... both of which were delicious. The focaccia was soft, warm, ooey gooey and downright addictive. The arancini weren't the heavy, bready kind you sometimes get, these were more rice-forward with little green pea surprises and a rich sauce that tasted a lot like their pomodoro (which is equally incredible). Speaking of the pomodoro... I ended up with a bowl and inhaled it. No exaggeration, gone in record time before learning I hadn't yet ordered it and it was for another table. Simple, bright, comforting, perfectly seasoned. At this point, I didn't think I was full yet. My body, apparently, needed a few extra minutes to send that memo. So I ordered the Evo Salad, wanting to give it a try. It's a warm salad, beautifully presented... fried kale chips, brussels sprouts, goat cheese, pancetta, balsamic, a whole little production. The flavors were good, though the kale chips held onto more oil than I personally prefer (I cook fairly oil-free at home), but I can absolutely see why it may be a favorite. By the time everything landed on my table, reality hit me: I had absolutely overfilled myself. My eyes were much bigger than my stomach, and I crossed that very specific threshold where you suddenly realize you are done. Like, done done. So done, in fact, that I couldn't even finish the last inch of water in my glass... and I never waste water. But my server kept my water so consistently, impressively full that I found myself thinking, "Oh no... I physically can't do it. I'm too full to hydrate." I mentioned I was celebrating some personal milestones, and my server surprised me with a thoughtful touch that really made me feel seen, dessert. The tiramisu, which was soft, creamy, and absolutely delicious, the perfect little victory lap for the feast I had unconsciously turned this into (even though I couldn't finish it). Now... the real highlight: the service. My server, Jemar, was exceptional. Not just "good," not just "attentive," but the kind of exceptional where every detail is handled smoothly and effortlessly. My water glass was magically never less than full (even when I wished it were a little less full so I wouldn't feel guilty leaving it behind). His timing on plates was perfect. And here's what really stood out: he never cleared anything prematurely. Not once. Every single time, he paused and asked, "Are you done with this?" "Would you like me to box it up?" When I said yes, he boxed each item with care and placed them neatly into a little to-go bag he'd set on the chair beside me. As my tummy filled and the leftovers grew, the bag slowly filled, too... without me ever feeling rushed or interrupted. I wasn't the only one who noticed... I overheard the table next to me openly complimenting him on his exceptional service, and they were absolutely right. You can tell when someone is genuinely good at what they do, and Jemar is. He is the definition of stellar hospitality. Everyone should be so lucky to sit in his section. Overall, dining in at Evo was an experience, not just a meal. Delicious food, a warm and inviting atmosphere, and standout service. I'll absolutely be back. Five stars all day. And if you can, request Jemar, he's the bombdiggity.com of servers, in my opinion.

EVO is a really nice spot to visit for an after dinner drink -- the vibe is sleek and relaxing, perfect for a night out. The cocktails were great, well-crafted, and definitely the highlight of our visit. The only downside was that it took quite a while for host to seat us and we ordered drinks from the bar to come over to our booth. Once service picked up, everything was smooth, but the wait in the beginning was noticeable. Overall, still a lovely place to grab a drink and I'd come back for the cocktails alone.

I was carbo loading before race and made early dinner resys. We arrived and were immediately seated in a cozy booth perfect for quite conversation and people watching. We started with the feta whip which has a nice mix of cheese, honey, and seeds. It was a good starter. Our entrees came shortly. Unfortunately, they miskeyed Hubs ordered and presented him with a Bolognese (he doesn't eat beef). They asked if I was okay to start while they fixed his dish. That's fine since I was hoping to eat earlier to rest up. My Chile Shrimp pasta was delightful. The sauce has a mild hint of space and the mint paired well with the sauce. The linguine is house made and shows. Hubs chicken parmesan arrives and he digs in. It's okay overall and he also appreciated the house made noodles. They took care of a drink for the wait/mix up, which is nice of them. Overall, good experience.

This was through Grubhub. It came early and everything was there. The only issue they gave you the choice to switch out for a different pasta and I did but they did honor the request. It was delicious hot and fresh.

We sat outside and the weather was beautiful, and when it got cooler the heaters kept us comfortable. Our waiter, Jemar, was awesome. He greeted us, asked if we had been there before, and made us feel very welcome on our first visit. We started with the whipped feta dip, which was delicious, and the pairing with the apples was phenomenal. We shared the spinach ravioli and loved it, while one of us had the chicken Alfredo and another had the fennel sausage pasta, which was so good we did not even get a chance to try it. We really appreciated that Jemar pointed out where the restrooms were, something most servers do not do, and as a thoughtful touch for us as new customers, he brought free tiramisu, which was very good.

Went here during a long weekend trip to phoenix and the barista at a nearby coffee shop recommended this place and to try their brown butter baby cake... this lady literally was shouting at us to go and try it coz it's the bomb... we did and we are now fans of the brown butter cake! It's creamy like a dulce de leche but not too sweet... a must try too and my favorite is the focaccia rustica with crème de Brie!!! soooo good!! It was served as an appetizer but could also be a dessert. It was slightly sweet, the bread was soft and warm and they melted Brie and added other magic to make it creamy... that was favorite for the night.. cheers to the bartender too that served us, he was friendly and explained how those two dishes were made.

Great service and a solid crowd. Foods Legit and drinks are well made. Matt daddy's the bomb

We went back to EVO for a late dinner being that we had a busy day & we know that they're open late! We made reservations for a booth which is limited, we were pleasantly greeted by the hostesses with a booth waiting for us! Our server Corey greeted us, no rushing us even though they were very busy going on 9 pm Saturday evening... he even brought us a couple of samples of wine to help us choose which bottle to go with! The restaurant was very lively being that there's also a lounge area on the other side but they do have a divider wall! This time we chose a couple of different appetizers to start, the whipped feta & fried calamari with very large shrimp plus veggies.... both were delicious as we expected them to be! I went with the Shrimp Alfredo... no complaints house made pasta was made well & cooked perfectly! My husband had the chicken piccata, he was very happy that EVO did it right & made the skin crisp with the wing still attached... so happy with his choice! We finished our dinner with a piece of their tiramisu which is always a nice light ending! EVO has never disappointed us, we've always had a different server every time & each time we get the same great service! EVO is a great little restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale that has a great menu with delicious freshly made food & attentive service from all!

Had an amazing experience for dinner at Evo! Thank you Corey, Juan and Lorenzo for the great service. They stayed on top of everything our food came out quickly! The Arancini and tiramisu were to die for!!! Highly recommend this spot!! The ambience is dark with pleated booths and textured backdrops, beautiful chandeliers!! Love it!

Food was super good, service was great too! Def recommend. Got pizza as an app, wine was super good and entrees good as well

Evo in Old Town Scottsdale was so good. I had the fennel sausage pasta, shoutout to Yelp for calling it out as a top dish because it absolutely delivered. Full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and honestly one of the best pasta dishes I've had in a while. The vibe is stylish but still comfortable, definitely a bit on the fancier side, but not over the top. It was busy and loud (in a fun way), and even with our big group, the service was fantastic. Everything came out on time, servers were super attentive, and we felt well taken care of the whole night. If you're in Scottsdale and looking for a great dinner spot with energy, great food, and solid service, Evo should be on your list.

Grabbed dinner with my friend and we were pretty impressed! We shared the pepperoni pizza with hot honey, and the whipped feta! Both dishes were delicious! We sat in the bar area and the bartender was very attentive. He made sure our meal was just as we wanted and was a great conversation! The ambience is really beautiful. This would be a great date night or celebration spot!

A fun destination for a dinner out with friends! I was in town on a business trip with colleagues, and we all enjoyed EVO. I had chicken Parmesan for dinner. The six of us also shared several desserts, including cheesecake, tiramisu and Zeppolinis -- a giant pile of bite-sized fried dough, sprinkled with powdered sugar and served alongside three dipping sauces. This dessert was huge, and we finished maybe half of it. It was fun to explore different parts of the menu and we enjoyed the ambiance, including the fun decor. Overall, it was a good choice for a group outing.

First off. The service is a reminder of how it use to be before Covid, happy smiling people. Love that! The food was amazing the focaccia will never be a distant memory, you'll crave it for days! The manager Sam came by our table for a quick chat and she is a witty lovely lady! I must insist on the focaccia!

Birthday celebration. A great night with great people. Had a reservation for 7 and most of the party arrived early. I explained we were waiting for someone that would be late and they said not a problem. They seated us early which was a surprise. They were getting crowded. The waitress Charlie was extremely nice and patient. Took our drink orders and checked on us frequently until everyone arrived. Gave us time to look over the menu, and took our orders. The food was amazing. The only hiccup was we ordered lobster with the steak which didn't come out. Charlie checked on it and said they were working on it. After about 30 minutes it never came which was a disappointment but we were able to cancel it. Charlie and several patrons all sang happy birthday and overall it was a great meal and great company. Definitely will recommend you give it a try.

This was a beautiful place for date night or to celebrate any special occasion. The mood lighting wasn't too dark and the atmosphere was chill but everyone was enjoying the meal and company. Our server Corey was simply amazing! He was attentive and polite and when my food wasn't quite right he was quick to act and correct it. All of the food was delicious and packed with flavor. There were two stars of the show the EVO salad and the brown butter cake. The salad has roasted Brussels, crispy pancetta, and fried kale!!! Oh my goodness the kale was amazing! Then with the balsamic reduction dressing was the cherry on top! For the brown butter cake it does take 30 mins for them to make it so make sure you order ahead! It was a piece of heaven! The caramelized outside was almost like toffee but then the moist cake was the perfect balance. Add ice cream and fresh berries and this is the most incredible end to a meal.

If you're looking for authentic Italian food in Old Town, Evo Italian is the place. From the moment we walked in, the atmosphere felt warm, cozy, and genuinely welcoming. We started with the focaccia app and it was AMAZING. -- for the main. I had a vodka pasta with chicken. The pasta tasted homemade, and the vodka sauce was phenomenal. Our server was attentive without being overbearing and gave great recommendations. Can't wait to come back!

The food is 5 star. We had the filet rare (cooked perfectly) with the focaccia starter (very unique oozing with cheese). Our server Charley was a fantastic host and added to our experience with her positive and friendly attitude. She recommend a few places for us to get ice cream, a particular thing I love, and was so kind and helpful. Overall 5 stars for ambiance, food and service. Thank you for making our trip to Arizona special and adding to our overall lovely experience in Scottsdale.

We had an amazing dinner at Evo and our server Oyuki truly made the night feel special. Cory and Matt also checked in with us and kept everything running smoothly while Derek at the bar crafted some really great drinks. Our three course meal was absolutely fantastic from start to finish and the whole evening just felt relaxed and enjoyable. Evo continues to impress and we cannot wait to come back again soon.

Dream about coming to this place and only wishing there was one closer--Cozy romantic but family friendly ambiance all about pasta and Italian! Tried the charred octopus which had a little bite to it, a burrata salad--fresh and tasty and the chicken parm- the star of the show. Served with a side of gnocchi, a unique twist instead of your usually side of pasta! With a nice thick, chocolate cake to go, this is my dream dinner. Will definitely make sure to save a seat for EVO on all my trips to Scotsdale.

My wife and I went to EVO for a late dinner and our experience was amazing! They have nice drink options, great pasta, and relaxing ambiance. We got the EVO salad which was a very surprising delight and is the best salad they have. I got the Chile shrimp pasta and my wife got the lobster tortellini, we both enjoyed our plates. Last but not least, we had the pleasure of being taken care of by Jamar! Highly knowledgeable of the menu and very energetic!

Three of us popped in for dinner on a Friday night and were seated immediately. It's your typical, trendy night spot filled with the chatter of patrons. We ordered the charred octopus, Calabrian & Prosciutto pizza, and lobster gnocchi. The octopus and pizza were delicious; absolute must try dishes. I will likely be dreaming of the pizza at some point. We'll definitely be back!

Grabbed some late night bites and everything was great. Really good old fashioned and their spicy pizza was really delicious. Big fan of the pizza dough, has a nice bite and crispy to it, but still a little chew, which I really like.

We met friends and for there early sat at the bar and had happy hour appetizers and wine meatballs were amazing. Great service and atmosphere. Sat outside for dinner. We really enjoyed the food.You have a pasta Alfredo and ceasar salad. Yummy

Came here a few times. My favorite is the brussel sprouts salad. Tried the pastas, pizza but my all time favorite is the salad. They have a great happy hour, Mountain View, and awesome music. Service is always great.

Arrived here pretty late on Saturday night for a super late night bite and drink. There was like 10mins left to order before the kitchen closed. It was kinda busy inside though but more on the bar side of the restaurant. Our order: Margherita Pizza Fennel Sausage Pasta (I think?) Old Fashioned Can't remember the other two drink names My drink was good and refreshing I think? Lol weekend was a blur. Old fashioned is too strong for me and I can't remember if I liked the tall drink or not. The pizza and pasta were pretty good. I would order those again! I want to come back and try some of their other pastas next time. Great service even for a late night!

Dined at EVO's last night on a recommendation from the Marriott Hotel we are staying in. We were not disappointed. The ambiance on the patio was perfect and romantic, the food was excellent and the service from Jamar J was exceptional. His timing and suggestions were perfect. We had the Lobster with Gnocchi and Filet with Mashed Potatoes. Perfectly cooked. Highly recommend, especially if Jemar is your server.

We had a great time at EVO. We were very skeptical of Italian food (being from NJ) but it did not disappoint! Our server was very attentive and made great recommendations. I love that they are a scratch made kitchen, so everything could be modified if needed. Pasta was perfectly Al dente. The inside was dim lighting that could be a great vibe for date night or just a friends/family night out! Music not too loud and the drinks were delicious. We will definitely be back once we are back in AZ. Only thing I thought was weird is that they did not have vodka sauce as an option. I feel like I find that everywhere. But that did not ruin our experience at all.

The fact that they're open until late at night is nice. The grilled octopus with the potatoes is delicious. The pizza is delicious and they also have gluten free zucchini pasta options which is nice. The service is mostly always nice and attentive. The ambience is chill.

Walked in before 5 & immediately sat after we were told they would need our table before 7pm ( I found that to be a bit rude) . I ordered the Caesar salad ... it was fine. Ordered the black muscles in a tasty wine reduction... the muscles were ok, the sauce was very good. The short rib raggu presentation was great but it lacked flavor.. very tender but there wasn't much short rib. The Lasagna looked small but it was very filling & very tasty ( there was parchment paper on the plate I was served? I don't get it) ... The pizza was good. I ordered the special @ $55. A person for myself that includes an appetizer, entrée & dessert... I had the Tiramisu... it was bland & very soggy ( it can be shared because it's pretty big) . I can't say I enjoyed it. The restaurant is decorated well , very dim lighting. The bathroom was ok but smelled bad & needs updating.

Ordered the chile shrimp pasta, mussels, and kale salad. Only thing that was worth mentioning was the kale salad that was great but the rest of it omg so bland! Pasta filled with grease and no flavor and the mussels were super rubbery with a forgettable sauce. Seems like a decent place to grab a drink or watch a game but I would pass on the food!

After a great Quarterly Business review today, it was time to get some drinks, relax and enjoy some food! The place selected by vote was Evo. Service was great! Everyone I interacted with was friendly. We were greeted immediately and brought to our table. We had drinks in hand within minutes and appetizers ordered shortly after. We ordered a decent number of appetizers, but my fav was the Whipped Feta, it was amazing! For my entree I went with the Fennel Sausage pasta which I thought was great as well. I'm leaving full and satisfied for certain. On a scale of 1 - 10, I'd definitely go back for a second taste!

F*cking fantastic food. 2nd time trying takeout was amazing yet again. Cannot wait to dine in, this place has become an absolute staple post leg day. Well done Evo Old Town!

Food was wonderful. Homemade pasta. Service was excellent, cozy ambiance. Would return for sure.

Went out to dinner with family and we were so lucky to have Charlie as our server. She went above and beyond to make our time there amazing. She was super attentive, easy to talk too, and was also very fun. The hostess Kathrine was also very helpful for us. Our table wasn't ready right away so she offered us a different table so we could be seated.

Amazing food and great service!!! We came here with a party of 14 for my friend's bachelorette. Kory and Toni were extremely amazing servers (not sure if I spelled their names correctly). We felt extremely welcomed with the warm hospitality that they gave us. We were recommended 3 appetizers to share so we got 3 of each to spread and share through out the table. Focaccia Rustica - This was absolutely SOOO delicious. I highly highly recommend getting this to share. The saltiness of the brie and sweetness from the honey was a perfect combo. Grilled Octopus - Grilled to perfection, and amazing texture. You can tell that the octopus is fresh. Evo salad - The crispy kale paired so well with the brussell sprouts. Absolutely a great salad to share. Scallops - I got scallops for my main dish and they were divine. Definitely fresh, and cooked very well since it had the perfect texture. The greens on top was a little salty for my taste but I just ate the scallops with less of it and it was tasty still. Their cocktails and wine was delicious as well. Overall, our experience and the food at EVO was very enjoyable and I can't wait to be back when I'm visiting Scottsdale!

There is nothing greater than the whipped feta. The combination of honey, herbs and creaminess was 10/10. Paired with the apples and bread it was delicious. It's on the sweeter side so if you like a rich whipped feta this is the perfect dish. The pizza was yummy and service was excellent.

The atmosphere was amazing and really set the tone for our meal. The Chicken Piccotto was a 10/10 -- absolutely delicious. The Chili Shrimp Pasta, however, fell a bit flat; while the shrimp itself was very good, the sauce lacked flavor and mostly just tasted like butter. For dessert, the Butter Cake was delicious overall, though some parts were a little over-baked. Despite those small setbacks, we definitely plan on coming back and giving it another try!

Get the butter cake!!!! This has to be one of the best butter cakes. It comes with a sauce that is so divine!! I personally can't stand when butter cakes don't have a sauce. The cake is opposite of dry! It also has a nice crispy bottom for some texture. Get gelato with it. The bolognese is top notch. So I had never tried bolognese before here because I thought I didn't like it. Well turns out I only like it from here because the 3 other places I had it form were trash compared to this. Pizza is also a hit. I ask for well done and don't skip the hot honey! Never had bad service here either! Oh and get the bread service if you're a bread person it's good.

Jemar, our waiter, was amazing!! He made our whole night 1000x better. Delicious food. Pizza with hot honey is to die for.

Chicken Piccata was 11/10. Delicious. Spicy marg was also pristine. Excellent bartender. & They were blasting Slim Shady at the end of the night. I love this place

Wow the pasta here is so freaking good! It was my first time here and I got the lobster tortellini and there was so much sauce it was very filling. This place gives me club vibes because it's dark and they play loud music. But the service is excellent and I love the music they play. It's kind of dressy and it gives me LA vibes. Lived there for 5 years and they have restaurants that looked like this place. I also did the check in offer for the .1 cent limoncello shot. Wasn't really a fan. But I also ordered the rosè and that was really delicious.

Food is overpriced and the pizza crust was burnt. Service was terrible and it wasn't busy (which is a red flag) on a Friday. Should have known better.

Drinks were fine, but the calamari was not good, everything tasted so flavorless. The entree we ordered tasted terrible. I wish I would have sent it back. The muscles and clams tasted grainy, sandy, and gross. Neither one of us could eat it. Such a waste of money. Wish the waiter would have noticed or cared to ask if we enjoyed the food that we didn't make a dent in. Food was 0/10. Drinks were 5/10, way too much ice, felt like a half filled glass. Ambiance was good, 6/10. Third time here and will be my last.

For being an out-of-towner living in NJ and having access to NYC, I never thought that a place in Scottsdale, AZ would hit it out of the park with Italian food. So me and an old girlfriend of mine - from 25 years ago - decided we wanted Italian food. Being a bit skeptical, I decided to be adventurous and try Evo. Beforehand, we were just looking up places on Yelp and she found this spot in Old Town Scottsdale. The amount of reviews and the star rating was a no-brainer so we headed there. As soon as we got to Evo, the lot was full and that was indicator 1 that this was going to be good. We noticed some outdoor seating and like most, if not all, other restaurants in the PHX/Scottsdale area they had misters (or whatever they're called). We get inside, and we noticed a dimly lit and intimate dining room with a nice bar on the left. A nice neon sign on the back wall that read, "Feed me pasta and tell me I'm pretty" in script was illuminated. Eventually we were greeted by what seemed to be the manager (there were a few other guests in front of us waiting to be seated). If you are planning on visiting, make a reservation - luckily for us we were able to find seats at the bar. We were greeted by a bartender that was attentive to our needs for the evening - now that I recall, there were 2 other bartenders that also helped out and we noticed they were doing an IMMACULATE job making sure everyone at the bar was taken care of and drinks were full. My girlfriend had a question about one of the guava drinks on the menu and this 'tender clarified all her questions and was professional about it. Turns out she LOVED the drink! My glass of water was always topped off without me asking for more - talk about great service! I ordered a couple of apps for us - the Bruschetta and Arancini. At first I thought we had to pick which kind of mozzarella combo out of 3 we wanted for the bread but it turns out it came with all 3 - talk about a great variety! It came with mozzarella and tomato, mozz and pesto, and mozz with fig jam and apples - ALL SO GOOD! The only thing that stood out was the bread - I'm used to sliced Italian but these came with what seemed to be pita bread slices. It was different but still good! The Arancini was stuffed with cheese, peas, and something else and came with marinara - this was surprisingly good too so when you come here I strongly recommend these 2 apps. For dinner, my girlfriend ordered the Chicken Alfredo and I ordered the Filet Mignon (came in 9 ozs) medium with mashed potatoes, spinach, and baby carrots. Steak came out cooked to perfection and the sides were also good. The Chicken Alfredo was good too but we felt that the fettuccine was slightly overcooked - not a huge deal but we prefer it al dente. We filled up on dinner and didn't have room for dessert but had we saved room, there were a few things that caught our eyes. All-in-all we would definitely come back here for a quality dinner with a great staff. I honestly have to say I was a little sketchy about Italian food outside of NJ/NY - a bit biased you could say but this restaurant knocked it out of the park! We will always remember this place and will definitely return! Thanks to the entire crew for a great evening!

My boyfriend and I just left and i immediately had to write a review. First thing Rob was our server and was fantastic. He made great recommendations and we never had to ask for a thing. Now the food ? AMAZING. You can't leave this place without trying the whipped feta appetizer. My boyfriend ordered the chicken parm which was cooked perfectly and I ordered the chicken Alfredo which was also made amazingly. Best alfredo I've had in a long time! We were so full by the end of it but Rob said we couldn't leave without trying the Budino dessert and he was right it was the perfect way to end our dinner. Very light on the stomach. Also forgot to mention the mocktails were great!! Highly recommend this place for a date night. They have a nice vibe not too fancy, I'd describe it as an upscale restaurant. Thank you for a great experience Rob !

Oh my gosh. This place was so delicious, we were sad that we couldn't finish our plates because the portions were so big. We actually shared three entrées between four of us and it was more than enough. The decor very cute and the staff was very friendly and helpful. We were on vacation and ate here our first day and seriously considered going back again, but decided we needed to give other places a try as well. We should've gone here twice.!

EVO is one of those spots you can always count on for a great casual Italian meal. The food is consistently solid, with generous portions that definitely hit the spot. Whether you're in the mood for pasta, pizza, or something a little more unique, they always deliver. It can get a little loud, especially when it's busy, so just a heads-up if you're looking for a super quiet dinner. But the energy is part of the charm -- it's lively, cozy, and always buzzing. They also do custom menus for birthdays and special occasions, which is such a nice touch and makes planning a celebration really easy. Definitely a go-to spot when you want something low-key but still delicious and reliable.

Pros: Locally sourced ingredients Friendly, knowledgeable staff Easy parking Large dining area Amazing meatballs and sauce EVO salad had a wonderful array of textures with crispy kale, tender brussels and pancetta Cons: A little pricey, but well worth it Pro tip: Check in on Yelp and you'll get a glass of Limoncello!