The food here was outstanding as well as our service we went here on Monday night the place was pretty slow the deck where is beautiful and so was the menu a lot of good things to pick fromwe had the bruschetta it was fantastic you get to pick what kind you would like I highly recommend it I can't wait to go back here and sit on the patio when it's cooler
(5)
Mike M.
They were having issues when we went. While waiting for our outside table another guest was complaining to the host about the excessive ants on the patio. He then proceeded to seat us on the patio. It reeked of sewage or fish so we asked to move inside, didn't wait for the ants. Our server was new so she admitted to know nothing of the menu. Soup of the day was tortilla, pretty sure the restaurant was Italian. It was admittedly a rough start. The food was ok. We had bruschetta, choice of four, they brought the wrong four. Rigatoni bolognese, tough and dry. Clams, delicious and a large portion. Calabrese panini, soggy. Ravioli, very good. Spaghetti and meatball, average. The drinks and wine were good. It looked like a ok wine bar but as a restaurant not so much.
(2)
CeCe A.
Tried this place today. My husband is Italian and knows good Italian food. He said it tasted very good and was well made. I was disappointed in my salad that had oil as a dressing with no flavor. They then brought me a raspberry vinaigrette that was as thick as sour cream. Tasted OK. He had lasagna and unlike Olive Garden had to ask for grated cheese. Surprisingly instead of grating it fresh over his dish like most good Italian restaurants, he was brought a cheese shaker like you find on your table at Pizza Hut. They also didn't offer any fish dishes and their sides were only fries, salads and soup. No veggies, mashed or baked potatoes or anything else. The salad was ok, but the garlic knots were large and tasty. The menu was very skewed toward appetizers salads and pizza. They need to add more entrees. It was one of those menus where you turn it over looking for more choices and find the blank back cover. I was excited about happy hour and looked at the drink selection. Very disappointing. I think there were 8 beers and 4 mixed drinks. The vodka in the fruity martini tasted like rubbing alcohol. And they forgot the olives for my husband's martini.
(3)
John V.
Had late lunch there recently. I had house soup with spaghetti and meatballs. Food is good but service was a bit lacking. No crackers with soup or any bread with entree. The place was recently renovated but nothing special. Chairs a bit uncomfortable. No manager seemed to want to stop by and ask how the meal was. I only mentioned this since this is a new opening. Manager is a women walking around with tight slacks and never made any suggestion that she cared about your experience. The bartender was also serving out in the patio. Service needs improved and manager needs to get involved with customers. The food was fine and the bartender seems to be holding things together barely. A bit pricey for what you get.
(3)
B W.
This place is so clean and the service was amazing! The remodel took a while, but it's so nice inside. Appetizers we tried: Mussels and Meatballs. Mussels were tender, broth was SO delicious, by far the BEST my wife has ever had!! Meatballs, a must try!! Pizza was thin, crispy, and ingredients were fresh. We'll be back for sure
(5)
Susan A.
Saturday Night, it was your topical 30 minutes Wait..... Yahoo bam we sat out on the patio overlooking the lake. Bam the pizza arrived its out of this world. This is my place.
(5)
Kayla E.
Our server Daniel was one of the best we've had in a long time! Very knowledgable on wines and menu items. Great atmosphere, delicious food. We will be back
(5)
Melissa H.
Loved it! Pizza was amazing service was fantastic! Will definitely be back! Calamari was so delicious and fresh and sausage on pizza was very tasty!
(5)
Jeff S.
Would have rated 3.5 but rounded up to 4. We were not as impressed as the first reviewers who rated 5 but will keep S&V in our restaurant rotation because it's close and good enough, although somewhat pricey. We really liked the garlic knot appetizer and the cinnamon knot dessert. I had the lasagna and my wife had the penne vodka for entrees, which were both good with generous portions. We also ordered a pizza to try and it, too, was quite good...although not as good (in our opinion) as Tony Sacco's. As for Italian eateries in the southeast valley, we would rank in order of preference: Babbo's, Tony Sacco's, Casanova Brothers and then Stone & Vine but you really can't go wrong with any one of them if you're craving Italian.
(4)
Michelle B.
Service was horrible. Had to ask several times for anything/everything. Food was a disappointment.
(1)
Jackie R.
Great food and phenomenal service. Can't wait to come back. I just wish they would change the music. They have country music and doesn't fit the ambience. .
(5)
Bill N.
Very disappointed in this place. Looked good and had good reviews by others but tried it. Don't waste your money. We started with Garlic Knots because they were recommended. Very doughy and tasteless. The manager took them off the table and brought out their standard "peasant bread" another loser. Nothing special at all. At an Italian restaurant you expect to have excellent crusty Italian bread with that special flavor. Their table bread is not worth the calories. My wife ordered Chicken Parm and I tried a pizza. Again both dishes very disappointing. Chicken Parm was dry. Not at all what you would expect from the price and ambiance of the place. She couldn't eat much of it. The spaghetti side over-cooked, heavy and doughy tasting. I don't really understand why people rave about the spaghetti at this place. The Pizza was awful. They are not using hard wheat (Semolina) which gives Pizza dough that unique taste. It appears they are using regular flour or very inferior ingredients. We won't be going back. I would strongly advise not to waste your money on this place. I'm frankly surprised where their reputation comes from. Looks can deceive I guess.
(1)
Amy M.
Friday early evening was told it would be a 45 min wait but only ended up being 30. Sat outside with a beautiful view. Great food and our waiter Jason was such a gentleman, even the hostess was dressed very nice (tired of seeing a hostess in dirty jean shorts everywhere). What a wonderful evening, will be back.
(5)
Don S.
Not impressed at all. I have never written a review before tonight, but felt you all should know the bad food that I received here. I always get the Lasagna my first visit to an Italian restaurant, that sets them all on an even playing field and this place failed. I got a mouthful of stems from herbs OR something and then I bit into a chunk of something hard that's not supposed to be in a lasagna. The server offered me a new plate, but I did not want anything more after that. She apologized and did remove it from our bill. My mother in laws pasta was severely under cooked, but the shrimp was moist and tender. Needless to say, I will not return to this restaurant.
(1)
Glenn D.
I had gone to the Scottsdale location a few times with clients and enjoyed it. So I decided to plan my wife's birthday party there. We had a big family gathering of 20. Called 2 days before to reserve a spot. No problems there. I kept telling the family how great the food was and we should have a great experience....Well, today was not to be the experience we hopped for. The wait staff seemed very unorganized. It took 15 minutes for my wife, kids and I to order a drink. We finally did, were served fairly quick then we went another 10-15 minutes without being seen by our waitstaff. We shrugged it off and ordered apps. A couple orders of Garlic knots, Calamari and an order of Meatballs. Garlic knots were good, Meatballs were not as good as The Scottsdale location and the calamari was under cooked and had to be sent back. They graciously brought us a new order and it was cooked properly and was average. Oh I forgot, they also never brought appetizer plates for us. So we had to flag down a busser from another table who handed us a pile of plates and we handed them around the table. During this period of time we hardly saw the waitstaff. See, I say waitstaff because we literally felt like we had part time staff assisting us. No consistency. Went long periods with empty glasses and if we wanted a drink we had to flag down someone to get us refills. Finally ordered our food and it took close to an hour to get our entrees. When we did the servers placed the dishes and walked off without offering grated parm. A few of us had to wait about 5-10 minutes to get our meals while everyone else was served. Not one time did the staff come by to let us know it was taking longer or offer us refills or just a common courtesy apology for the delay. We had to approach the staff. Finally my wife, who's birthday it was asked to talk to the manager. The waiter was nice and asked if there was anything he could assist with, but by now we were past that. She graciously declined and asked to speak with the manager. She came by and apologized and basically said it's tough serving a group of our size....I called 2 days in advance and made reservations so that they could prepare for this. Our group size should have had no bearing on all of the lack of follow through that we experienced. I was a bit shocked that an Italian restaurant doesn't serve bread with apps or meals. What are you supposed to soak up the gravy with?! Anyhow, the manager took off a couple of meals that lacked and set us up with a wide array of deserts for the family. Totally appreciated that, but I Would have rather paid for desert than have the experience we had there on what was supposed to be a special night for my family. This place needs a tune up with the staff, the food was inconsistent with how they used to do things at the Shea Blvd local. I would like to give them a second try, but it will have to be with a small group and not during a typically busy time. Oh I had the veal parm. It was decent. Not the best I have had but I would order it again. I have had better service at The Olive Garden.....
(2)
Jamie L.
I walked in and was immediately impressed (there was a picture of Audrey Hepburn, so I may be biased). I loved the ambiance, and how modern it was! Also I'm really into music, and the playlists they played were right up my alley! I came with a large party so we got several different orders of the bruschetta which we're absolutely AMAZING! The Fig and Almond, and the Date & Goat Cheese were absolutely to die for...I've never had a more delicious bruschetta! I want to go back again just so I can pig out on those ':D I ordered the Turkey and Brie with the Cesar salad. Again... SO good. the croutons were so flavorful and crunchy. Dessert we ordered the Zeppole. Kind of tasted like funnel cake, but you guessed it -better. The service was ok.. They didn't have any Garlic knots, which happens... But the birthday girl's step mom ordered something and they brought out something completely different. Later she asked about it and the Waiter just said, "oh we don't have that".. which was a really weird way of handling that kind of situation. Wouldn't they tell her before and let her make a second choice for herself? Also My water never got refilled.. But again we were a party of 15 so I guess I understand. I would have given this a 4 star review, but the food was just too damn delicious. I'm definitely going back again and again, just with a smaller party.
(5)
Laurie S.
Had lunch there and was pleasantly surprised! Had the Pasta Fagulie and Eggplant Parm. It was delicious!! Definitely will go back for lunch. It was not crowded and service was good!
(5)
Sara L.
Service was pretty bad. Was greeted with, "it's not happy hour anymore" instead of a hello. Things never got better. Food was decent, nothing spectacular. Ordered a small salad with shrimp for my dinner. When they say small they mean small. Probably won't be back unless a friend wants to. I know of at least 15 restaurants that I can go to and spend the 35$ this place cost for one, and get better service and better food.
(3)
DM C.
YUM the pizza at this place is excellent. My family tried Stone & Vine on Monday and enjoyed the food so well we order take out pizza last night! We started with the meatball appetizer. I recommend ordering it "Sophie" which means you get yummy spinach and cheese on top. I ordered the ravioli and my husband had pasta and pizza. All were great. My only disappointment was our server had not tried the food and could not make recommendations. We probably would have ordered more if we had items recommended.
(4)
Harry J.
Took my girlfriend here for a nice dinner. Great service and atmosphere for people who like to have fun. Only down side was my panini came on pita bread, which was not put on the menu. Pita bread tastes pretty bad in my opinion, but with the ingredients they used I was able to stomach it and still say I had a great time!
(5)
Shannon H.
This place is beautiful on the inside!! ...And then there's the food. Lol. My friend and I went here for dinner. It was a Sunday night and pretty dead so we were seated right away. The bar area is nice but we opted for a table. It had nice views overlooking the lake BUT, anyone that knows Ocotillo knows that smell is NOT so nice! Even with the misters on, it's a hundred degrees outside. I'm not sure why they kept the large patio doors open. So anyway, the atmosphere was great. Candles lit and dim lighting. Could be very romantic and posh but, instead of Bocelli or Sinatra they were playing Smashmouth and Red Hot Chili Peppers. It was so "off" for this type of establishment. What made it even more awkward, was our waitress kept dancing and signing near us like we were in a club. Not very professional for such a nice place but again, whatevs. The wine list was not impressive at all. In fact, we both had a really hard time deciding because there was so little to pick from. I mean, I've seen a couple of these bottles at Target, come on. Since you can order by the glass, we did since buying a bottle of something they had was just not going to be an option. I ordered the chicken vodka penne. My friend ordered the Godfather pizza and we had a Caesar salad. Right away when the food came out, we both kind of looked at each other surprised and he said to me, "Uh, that was fast. There's no way they cooked that pasta just now" I agreed. The pasta sauce was great but the chicken was dry and I kept thinking, it was like it was made for something else and they just cut up and tossed it in my penne. The salads were delish though! I had a couple bites of his pizza. It was pretty good too. I would probably go here again just to see if my experience would be different and to try something else, but it's definitely not living up to it's potential.
(2)
Gretchen B.
Enjoyed the meatball appetizer, and the pan seared chkn with asparagus and avocado. Very few Gluten Free options.
(3)
Richard G.
Outstanding food, service and ambiance. We had the chop salad (small size) substituting onions for the egg, caprese salad, zucchini with a tomato sauce, & house wines that were on the happy hour special. Our server was very good and not intrusive. There are several other personnel delivering food and available for anything you might need. There is no searching for someone to help. A manager was floating around the room double checking to make sure everyone was happy (two thumbs up for such a manager). The place is on a waterfront for a lakeside housing development. It was too hot to be outside even though there were misters. An ideal time would be the beginning of September. We had a booth which was a bit tight so I would suggest the hightop tables. Be sure to check the link on the Yelp sight for the menu. It is very up to date.
(5)
Thomas D.
I loved this place, had chicken Parmesan which was cooked perfectly. $5 wine during happy hour, liked the room & even the music was good. Can't wait till it's a little cooler and I can sit on the patio at night.
(4)
Camille F.
Excellent! Especially given we went twice in their opening week and the service and food quality were both great. Considering it was their first weekend and packed, we were greeted and had bar drinks delivered to our table in first few minutes and throughout meal, waters were always being topped off without having to flag anyone down. We were sad to see Grimaldis leave but Stone and Vine's remodel improved the atmosphere (especially with a larger, modern bar area), the music is great and the menu offer a nice variety. We've tried the meatballs, wood-fire pizza (thin-crust) and two pastas so far - I was happy with all and the garlic knots appetizer is highly recommended! They came out piping hot and fresh, right from the oven to our table, served with a side of marinara. We'll definitely be ordering those again whenever we go. We sat at the bar for our second visit and the bartender was fun and attentive and had a good rapport with everyone sitting there. We love Italian beer so were thrilled to find Peroni on tap. Very glad to have a modern, hip place with quality food to drink and dine at in South Chandler. We'll be back often!
(5)
Nick L.
WOW! My wife and I really enjoyed this place. Atmosphere was great and so was the food. We started with the garlic knots. They were huge and okay, but the marinara sauce was fantastic. I had the Godfather pizza and it was great. My wife had the salmon salad and she enjoyed it. The prices are reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get. We will be going back.
(4)
BARRY B.
The Sun Lakes, Ocotillo, South Chandler areas have a new player in the Italian restaurant arena. They remade the interior of the old Patsy Grimaldi's to a brighter, more contemporary feel and opened the place up without losing the comfortable feel. The food was OUTSTANDING! Prices within reason. Service excellent. We were going to Grimaldi's for 10 years, and loved them, but with Stone's larger menu, I think we've become fans and will be coming back often.
(5)
P H.
Great restaurant! Food is amazing! We had the eggplant rollatini which was to die for! I had the Milan chicken which is a great meal if your watching carbs. I can't wait to go back and try other things in their menu!
(5)
Jamie O.
We had a great time trying out this new spot. We came in for happy hour, where apps, bruschetta, pizza, and some drinks are discounted. Our server Alexis was outstanding. I got the red sangria, which was fantastic, and my boyfriend got a Stella Artois. We got meatballs and garlic knots for appetizers, and both were delicious but we both liked the meatballs better. We also got a pesto chicken pizza which was great. Every dish was very fresh and straight-from-the-oven smoking hot, which I love. During happy hour, the total for 2 apps, 1 pizza, and 4 drinks was less than $50. We'll definitely be back!
(5)
Chris W.
Went during lunch hour and they had some good lunch specials for 8 dollars. I had an excellent chicken panini and a salad for a good price. The food came quick and was filling. I look forward to going back.
(4)
Phil M.
I love this place. I grew up on Italian food (New York) and it's pretty authentic for what little I've had here. The staff is very friendly and welcoming and always checked on me. I came during a lunch special which lasts quite some time and is fantastically priced. I stop by the complex for work often and I'll definitely be eating here again and again. Additionally, the ambience and decorations are awesome. Cheers to the young waitress for the suggestions and service.
(5)
Molly C.
Our 2nd time back last night which turned into a pleasant surprise above our expectations thanks to Tom, Blake and Theresa...thanks you 3 for a wonderful evening!! S&V is what the corner of Alma School/Queen Creek needed to light up Ocotillo!! Clearly the economy has come back with many new places around town but S&V is the best to have arrived...it was thriving last night and with many repeat diners like us enjoying the amazing food and service! I'm from the east coast (RI), I haven't had mussels this good in a very long time...simply delish!! Love the salads, pizza and soups too...I'll be back to try verything on the menu! Welcome to Chandler, S&V...Cheers!
(5)
Victoria S.
I've eaten here a handful of times and it's always fabulous, timely, and very well priced. They feature an $8 lunch menu that is perfect to run in for real quick and head back to the office. The salmon picatta is to die for! Not a lot of places thicken their sauces with corn starch, but they do here. Flour for me leaves a chalky after taste so it's nice to see a place that actually knows how to cook to let the natural flavors shine thru all on their own. Stone n Vine's kitchen clearly takes pride in their cooking. The bolognese is done by hand as well as the salad dressings and the divine tiramisu. On top of awesome food, the service is impeccable. My server was very attentive and asks about any additional accoutrements that I would like with my meal so I don't have to wait for an extra wedge of lemon or additional parm for my pasta. This tells me that management actually trains their staff for a full dining experience. I personally do not drink booze, but they have a full bar menu that includes some fabulous looking martinis. They also have a great patio that is right on a little lake. I'll definitely be back!
(5)
Jenny P.
We went for dinner and it was alright. The bruschetta was the best part of the meal! The pizza was soggy and the quinoa salad was alright.
(2)
Mike C.
I read other reviews and maybe I hit the jackpot day, but we went for lunch (4 of us) and the food, and service, was fantastic. Lunch offerings are "8 for 8" ... e.g. 8 items that are 8 bucks each. Portions are very large and the taste is great - not too much garlic - for me, just the right amount of spices. I had a couple of Italian draft beers, too - very tasty and strong (alcoholic content seemed very high). I would definitely go back for lunch! They offer a very interesting dessert - espresso over vanilla sorbet - I definitely thought this dessert is an excellent after meal treat!
(5)
Jagruti T.
Excellent service... Great serving sizes and delicious and fresh food. Not to forget great ambience as well.
(5)
Wowezow E.
What Italian restaurant doesn't give you bread with your meal!?! The lasagna was not great. However, the Sangria was delicious! I liked the patio. Just not impressed enough to ever return
(2)
Sheri K.
Had high hopes for a great meal on mother's day. Had 4 different waiters in the 1st 10 minutes. Not a fan if the food. Had to ask for bread and when the small amount was offered it was so undercooked and not edible. Our waiter was very defensive in a weird way. I will not return.
(1)
Ally B.
I took my mom here for Mother's Day and the service was exceptional! The employees are very friendly, especially out waitress Hilary. She was very accommodating and always did things to help out we never asked her to. Stone and Vine also had great bruschetta haha
(5)
Kirk R.
Everyone enjoyed their food and the prices were very reasonable. I am a big fan of veal so I was quite happy to see that Stone and Vine serves Veal Parmagiana, Marsala, and Piccata. And they were charging only $18 for these dishes, which is quite a value compared to other italian restaurants in the area. I ordered the Veal Piccata and it was a quality piece of veal and was prepared as it should be. We also had the Rigatoni with the Bolognese and it was great. Such a simple dish but not everyone gets it right.. Stone and Vine offers a varied menu including flatbreads and pizza, which are a few dollars less during happy hour. We will be back.
(4)
John V.
Visited for the first time with my wife and kids. Food is O.K. Extremely noisy! John, the Waiter, was CLUELESS!. My son asked for Gluten free menu....informed there is none but pasta noodles are Gluten free so he ordered Rigatoni with Sausage for $17. Waiter returned 10 minutes later to inform us that he made a mistake, the noodles are NOT Gluten Free so my son ordered fish. Returned with wine but my daughter had to wait another 10 minutes for Ginger Ale? Reviewed the bill and found that John, the Waiter, charged us $17 for the Rigatoni and Sausage that he cancelled because it was NOT Gluten Free and switched to fish. Asked John if he checked this bill before he gave it to us and he was puzzled? Circled the Rigitoni and Sausage charge and he apologized and returned with the correct bill that I signed. Returned home and my iPhone indicated that I was charged the INCORRECT AMOUNT that included the $17 charge. Called the restaurant and could not get through so left a message. It is nearly 4 p.m. the following day and have not heard from the Manager. Just called and once again, could not get through? I will contest the charge with AMEX and never return. They have another restaurant in Scottsdale so you would think these Employees would be properly trained before they open a 2nd? Would NOT RECOMMEND this restaurant for the above reasons. It happened to be my wife's birthday and not a very good experience.
(1)
Stacey B.
Went here last night and it was good! Place was packed but that's to be expected since it's new (used to be grimaldis here), it was Friday, and the location. They take reservations so we'll remember that next time. Service was great! Sat at the bar waiting for a table and the bartenders were awesome! We got seated on the patio which was nice. Ordered lasagna to share and a pizza to take home. Yummy yummy! They were nice enough to split the lasagna for us and I can't believe how HUGE the portion was! We thought they might have misunderstood and given us two separate orders, but no that was not the case. The pizza was really good too. We will definitely be back.
(4)
Mike G.
My wife and I went here for our anniversary because we wanted to try something new. We were very disappointed. My chicken parmesan was very salty and overcooked and her four cheese pizza didn't taste good and was very bland. The floors were very dirty and the service was slow. We are both Italian and have been to Italy many times, so we know what good Italian food should taste like. We were really hoping to like this place because there's not a lot of really good Italian restaurants around to begin with, however we will not be back.
(1)
Jamie G.
The chicken parmigiana panini lacked chicken. I think it sat under a warmer for a few days and became a dry dog treat. Portions are good. Prices are fair, but you need to have good food to justify paying anything. Great interior. Nice bar. Service was frantic. Caesar was drenched. In the end, food was horrible. Sorry, I had high hopes. One and done for me.
(1)
Blake T.
I'd give the food an A+ The price of the food for the quality and quantity you get is amazing. Bad parts, it's insanely loud in this place. Not sure if it has to do with the layout or what. Not crazy about the bar being in the same room as the eating area. Service was good but also chaotic and was overcharged. The menu is ok, seems they are pushing salads and pizza more then entrees. They could use 3-5 more pasta dishes and some kind of beef dish. This place is for sure for the younger crowd, which could be good and bad. I'd probably hit this place up once a month just for the food. Their beer and wine selection pretty much sucks, hopefully they can expand it.
(2)
Laurel N.
Sadly disappointed. Super loud! I realize it's new and still working out the kinks, but I hope they figure it out soon. Took way too long to even be greeted by our waiter, who then didn't even ask if we wanted to order drinks...then when we flagged him down to order drinks, he had to ask THREE different times what wine I wanted. Wow...then it literally took another 15 minutes to get our food, one entree and a bruschetta board. The bread for the bruschetta was good but not crunchy or crusty at all :( Lastly, and it may seem silly, but there was (and still is an hour plus later) a leaf on the floor next to us. Now, while that is not a big deal in the grand scheme, there have been employees that have walked over and around the leaf like 100 times! Someone pick it up!! Not sure we'll be coming back again...sure hope they figure it out soon.
(3)
Vince M.
Have been to this restaurant twice sine they opened a few weeks ago. Very good both times. Cesar salad dressing is one the best we've had and the crutons topped it off just right. The flat bread pizzas we also very good. Today I had the turkey and brie panning and it did not disappoint as my wife had the chicken cesar, again very good. Service: Great Atmosphere: Great We were very disappointed when Gramaldi's moved out of this location, but not anymore. This place is far better with more variety.
(5)
Terry F.
Came looking for the new Italian restaurant advertised. My husband and I were impressed with the decor and ambiance. It was around 3:30 on Monday afternoon and we were the only ones at the time. Shelby was very pleasant and welcoming. We enjoyed the cool breeze coming in from the veranda. The lasagna and pasta primavera were good, not great. No bread, we had to ask for it. The lasagna had a chunk of hard parmigiana cheese my husband couldn't bite into, perhaps the rind? The server, Shelby, said she would bring to chef's attention. The service could have been much better, could be lack of supervision, training, etc. no one came by our table to check on us, ask about the quality of the food, nor refilled our water. It was shift change and many servers came on the floor. The plates were promptly removed as we were finished eating and asked if we wanted dessert. We originally planned to partake, however was disenchanted. I'm writing this to share with management, so improvements can be made to have an all around great experience for the patrons. We may give this place a retry in the distant future.
(2)
AZ R.
Great ambiance, good food, service still getting up,to speed. Overall, a good experience and we'll be back. Now, the owners only need to bring Salt and Lime down to Chandler!
(4)
Brian B.
We have been waiting for this place to open for a few months! Now that it's open, we couldn't wait to try it. We were very impressed with the food and the service. Most restaurants seem disorganized when they first open, but not this place. We ordered the garlic knots appetizer and ordered the wood fired pizza as our meal. Both were outstanding! It's so nice to have this new restaurant in south Chandler!
(5)
April S.
We just walked out of the restaurant. Unfortunately, I have to downgrade the rating for this place from 4 to 3 star after my 2nd visit. The service was not nearly as good as the first time I was here. The waiter was nice, but he did not ask us once for refill nor giving us a glass of water during our entire meal. The food was average. I ordered one of my favorite Italian dish, Linguini with fresh claim in white wine sauce. The clam meat portion was generous, but I did chew on sand in it every now and then. Due to the disappointing service, I am not too sure if I want to come back here again.
(3)
Navid A.
They make a properly good pizza. My personal favorite is the funghi they really take all the ingredients to another level. When the weather is nice the setup they have outside is perfect. Definitely a place for setting up larger gatherings too I was a big fan of the atmosphere.
(5)
Ms. R.
A friend and I stopped here for Happy Hour & Dinner this past Friday. After reading the reviews, I was a bit concerned but we decided to give it a try. Atmosphere: Very large with a variety of table options. Not much room at the bar. It was quite busy but as it was just the two of us and we were willing to sit on the patio, we were seated within 5 minutes. We did not notice any bugs or bad smells that other reviewers had noted. Overall the decor is very nice. Not fancy. No tablecloths that I noticed. Service: The hostess was friendly and immediately greeted me. Our server was very nice but seemed to be stretched a bit thin. General observation of the other table to staff ratio confirmed my thought. They need more bus folks to support the wait staff or maybe just more servers for such a large place. Food: We opted for a full bottle of wine since it was happy hour (a nice Sangiovese) and the Bocconcini E Pepe starter to share. We liked it but both agreed it needed a splash of Balsamic. For an entree, I chose the Harvest Salad and my friend had the Pasta Primavera. The salad was large and very tasty. However, the kitchen forgot to add dressing to it so it took a few minutes to flag down the server and get that fixed. The pasta primavera was also quite large with lots of veggies. The pasta is served with more of a broth than a 'sauce' and it tended to all run to the bottom of the bowl, so much stirring was needed to get the penne coated. We both thought a noodle or shell would have been better for getting the sauce-to-pasta ratio better balanced. Would I go back? Yes. Would I recommend it? Perhaps not a rave review but I wouldn't discourage you either. Cheers!
(3)
Patrick D.
On Sunday September 30th my daughter baptized her child and we decided to host the baptism dinner at Stone and Vine restaurant in Chandler. It was a party of 30 and the gal Amanda did an awesome job accommodating us with a meal that was delicious, filling and work within my budget. Service was awesome everyone had a great time and comment on how delicious the food was. I would highly recommend this restaurant and definitely will be back.
(5)
Melissa J.
This place is a gem! They have great appetizers on HH everyday, and there food comes out so quick even on their busiest nights. Have been there a few times and have been extremely impressed with their food and service!
(5)
Mike D.
Not bad. Came here for happy hour (3-7pm daily) and had a few apps, a pizza, some drinks and dessert. Overall things were good. The place is nice and the prices are fair for what you get. The apps were just ok (chefs board, garlic knots), the pizza was larger than I expected and done well. The desserts were really good. The cheesecake and gelato were both outstanding. There's a lot of italian/pizza places around but this one is pretty good. If you're in the area this is a good spot.
(4)
Jordan P.
Brand new urban Italian restaurant in Chandler!! This place is AWESOME. Grandma took me here as she's been Andy about them opening the new space. The patio, is not to be missed if you love a good view. The food is on point too. We ordered the caprese as an appetizer and I was shocked at how much you get for your money. Home made mozzarella, giant tomatoes, fresh basil. I could eat it every day. Since it was just lunch we split the lasagna and.... You guessed it. Amaze balls. I'll be back at least 3 more times to try other menu items. Support local business kids, skip Olive Garden and head over this a way!
I tried a chicken panini And it was excellent, my friend tried the chicken pesto pizza...it was one of the very best. I like the place...good ambience , not pricey and friendly staff
(5)
Paula M.
Was looking forward to trying this restaurant but I was disappointed with the atmosphere This restaurant is very noisy and lacks a cozy intimate dinning experience. Definitely not a date night place. The food was "just okay" and pricey for the portion size. We had to ask for bread with our meal which should be a given with Italian food. Once Happy Hour was over so was the crowd and for a Saturday night there was no one waiting to be seated. Half the restaurant was empty. Not impressed at all. May give it one more try when the weather is cooler and I can sit on patio. But with so many great places to eat I doubt it
(2)
Bethany B.
Stopped in here the other night with the hubs and thought it was a pretty good meal. First off, I really have to praise the waitress we had. She filled drinks like I've never seen before & boxed up the food we had left. She was pleasant without being too intrusive and quick without making us feel rushed. Can't speak higher for the staff. Meal was good. Not great but still good. Hubs had the garlic knots for the appetizer and I tried the bruschettas. Date and Goat Cheese, Fig and Ricotta, Salami and Pesto, & Smoked Salmon. Fig and Ricotta & the Smoked Salmon were my favs but I do think the aioli on the was a little too think. It cut the taste of the salmon too much. The salami was a nice kind, maybe needed a little more pesto. I was a little disappointed with the date and goat cheese. I love both of those flavors but there wasn't near enough date flavor. Still, over all, tasted good. Hub like the knots but said it wasn't the best he'd ever had. Seeing as he's a bread guy, I guess he'd know. For the entrees, he had the Five Cheese Ravioli and I had the Smoked Salmon Pasta. Hubs said it was good. Still not a wow but good. The salmon dish I had was a special. I tend to get those when we go out because I know it's what the chef is excited about doing. They said a creamy red sauce but it wasn't quite what I envisioned. I was seeing more cream in it but this was really just a red sauce with a Gemelli pasta. There were big chunks of salmon but the smoked flavor was totally lost in the sauce. It was good but not really what I was expecting. For dessert we picked up a tiramisu and 2 mini cannoli's for the kids. Both were decent but not the best I've had. Over all, good meal. Not the best and nothing quite what it should be but still a good meal. Loved the staff though but that's just not enough for me to bump this to a 4.
I love this place! Can't say enough good things about it. Food is great, service has always been Great, ambiance is great. The only gripe I can possibly think of is that they don't have a bigger pizza. All pizza's are a personal size, although it's a big personal size! Meatball appetizer is legit, salads are good. Lots of food come with each kids meal! I mean really, what else can you ask for!
(5)
Alex D.
Left a lot to be desired. Finally got a chance to come in for dinner. And I guess I had set my expectations a little high for what I ended up getting. First off, the service was excellent so this review is more about the food then the service. Friendly hostess and our server was excellent as well. The food however was average at best. I ordered the Rigatoni with Bolognese sauce and it was bland and lacking flavor. It tasted store bought. Not something I'd expect from a restaurant. I'd rather have pasta at Oreganos. Much more flavor and freshness there. For the price the food quality was no where near what they are charging. I might give it another shot and order something else as they have a decent happy hour hopefully next time the food will be better.
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kathryn p.
First time at this bar and LOVED it! The atmosphere is so inviting and the staff were wonderful! Our waitress Alexa was on point with our orders and very attentive. The manager, John or Johnny I believe, greeted us with a huge smile when we came in and stopped by to see how we were enjoying our drinks and food. He made us feel VERY welcome! Luckily we made it in time for happy hour and even with a packed house, everything we ordered came out in a timely manner. We will definitely be coming back and am spreading the word about our excellent service and dining experience
(5)
J W.
First time here. Made it for happy hour and miraculously my husband and I got a seat at the bar. The restaurant was busy and flowing with people that seemed to be content, happy and lively. I felt comfortable. The bartender was extremely friendly, happy, and provided excellent service--I believe his name was Tony. Must try the garlic knots! They are baked dough balls coated with fresh garlic and olive oil served with a flavorful marinara sauce. The red wine sangria was the best tasting sangria that I've had in quite some time--2 had me feeling carefree. We shared one of their pizza selections and even had food to take home. Unique decor for an Italian restaurant. They also have outside seating on their patio. We enjoyed ourselves and enjoyed talking with other couples at the bar as well. I highly recommend this place. We will be back.
(5)
Jenn C.
Great food, awesome service. I have tried the pasta, and the chicken pesto pizza. Both amazing.
(4)
Jaime V.
Tried this tonight for dinner. We got the caprese (very bland, unripe tomatoes and missing EVOO) for an appetizer. My daughter got the kids spaghetti and meatball (super good), my husband got the Milan Chicken (bland and overcooked chicken) and I got margheritta pizza (not amazing....pretty soggy). My husband said we would come back again and give it another try sometime but we would definitely order different things. We really wanted this place to wow us but that didn't happen tonight.
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Angela C.
A wonderful new addition to Chandler! They moved in to the old Grimaldi's location and gave it a much needed update. They have one of my favorite bartenders, Blake, which is reason enough to like this place. The food is great too, and at a reasonable price point with awesome happy hour specials. Based on Blake's recommendation we tried the mussels and they were awesome! We have also had the garlic knots, Margherita pizza, the meatballs Sophia style, and the mini cannolis. We've enjoyed everything and look forward to trying more of the menu. I highly recommend checking this place out!
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Address :1035 W Queen Creek Rd
Chandler, AZ, 85248
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : Yes Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dessert Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : Yes Good for Kids : Yes Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Casual Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Loud Music : Background Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : Yes Waiter Service : Yes Caters : Yes
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Italian and Greek cuisines are always mistaken to be same, but they are poles apart. The primary difference between the two cuisines is the use of cheese in most of the Italian dishes. Italians love to cultivate their own cheese and process them as per their food requirement. It is believed that some cheese is so expensive that cheese producers secure them in lockers.
If you are bored eating the same old pasta or pizza, you can try some of the authentic Italian dishes like Risotto, Polenta, Ribollita, Lasagna, Fiorentina Steak, Bottarga, Ossobuco, Carbonara, Focaccia, Arancini and Supplì. Another item which Italians love to relish every morning is a good cup of Italian Coffee. Once you taste a freshly brewed cup of Italian Coffee, you might not visit Starbucks ever again. Authentic Italian food is made with heart and soul, so go find a restaurant where you can relish Italian cuisine in your city.
Marshall R.
The food here was outstanding as well as our service we went here on Monday night the place was pretty slow the deck where is beautiful and so was the menu a lot of good things to pick fromwe had the bruschetta it was fantastic you get to pick what kind you would like I highly recommend it I can't wait to go back here and sit on the patio when it's cooler
(5)Mike M.
They were having issues when we went. While waiting for our outside table another guest was complaining to the host about the excessive ants on the patio. He then proceeded to seat us on the patio. It reeked of sewage or fish so we asked to move inside, didn't wait for the ants. Our server was new so she admitted to know nothing of the menu. Soup of the day was tortilla, pretty sure the restaurant was Italian. It was admittedly a rough start. The food was ok. We had bruschetta, choice of four, they brought the wrong four. Rigatoni bolognese, tough and dry. Clams, delicious and a large portion. Calabrese panini, soggy. Ravioli, very good. Spaghetti and meatball, average. The drinks and wine were good. It looked like a ok wine bar but as a restaurant not so much.
(2)CeCe A.
Tried this place today. My husband is Italian and knows good Italian food. He said it tasted very good and was well made. I was disappointed in my salad that had oil as a dressing with no flavor. They then brought me a raspberry vinaigrette that was as thick as sour cream. Tasted OK. He had lasagna and unlike Olive Garden had to ask for grated cheese. Surprisingly instead of grating it fresh over his dish like most good Italian restaurants, he was brought a cheese shaker like you find on your table at Pizza Hut. They also didn't offer any fish dishes and their sides were only fries, salads and soup. No veggies, mashed or baked potatoes or anything else. The salad was ok, but the garlic knots were large and tasty. The menu was very skewed toward appetizers salads and pizza. They need to add more entrees. It was one of those menus where you turn it over looking for more choices and find the blank back cover. I was excited about happy hour and looked at the drink selection. Very disappointing. I think there were 8 beers and 4 mixed drinks. The vodka in the fruity martini tasted like rubbing alcohol. And they forgot the olives for my husband's martini.
(3)John V.
Had late lunch there recently. I had house soup with spaghetti and meatballs. Food is good but service was a bit lacking. No crackers with soup or any bread with entree. The place was recently renovated but nothing special. Chairs a bit uncomfortable. No manager seemed to want to stop by and ask how the meal was. I only mentioned this since this is a new opening. Manager is a women walking around with tight slacks and never made any suggestion that she cared about your experience. The bartender was also serving out in the patio. Service needs improved and manager needs to get involved with customers. The food was fine and the bartender seems to be holding things together barely. A bit pricey for what you get.
(3)B W.
This place is so clean and the service was amazing! The remodel took a while, but it's so nice inside. Appetizers we tried: Mussels and Meatballs. Mussels were tender, broth was SO delicious, by far the BEST my wife has ever had!! Meatballs, a must try!! Pizza was thin, crispy, and ingredients were fresh. We'll be back for sure
(5)Susan A.
Saturday Night, it was your topical 30 minutes Wait..... Yahoo bam we sat out on the patio overlooking the lake. Bam the pizza arrived its out of this world. This is my place.
(5)Kayla E.
Our server Daniel was one of the best we've had in a long time! Very knowledgable on wines and menu items. Great atmosphere, delicious food. We will be back
(5)Melissa H.
Loved it! Pizza was amazing service was fantastic! Will definitely be back! Calamari was so delicious and fresh and sausage on pizza was very tasty!
(5)Jeff S.
Would have rated 3.5 but rounded up to 4. We were not as impressed as the first reviewers who rated 5 but will keep S&V in our restaurant rotation because it's close and good enough, although somewhat pricey. We really liked the garlic knot appetizer and the cinnamon knot dessert. I had the lasagna and my wife had the penne vodka for entrees, which were both good with generous portions. We also ordered a pizza to try and it, too, was quite good...although not as good (in our opinion) as Tony Sacco's. As for Italian eateries in the southeast valley, we would rank in order of preference: Babbo's, Tony Sacco's, Casanova Brothers and then Stone & Vine but you really can't go wrong with any one of them if you're craving Italian.
(4)Michelle B.
Service was horrible. Had to ask several times for anything/everything. Food was a disappointment.
(1)Jackie R.
Great food and phenomenal service. Can't wait to come back. I just wish they would change the music. They have country music and doesn't fit the ambience. .
(5)Bill N.
Very disappointed in this place. Looked good and had good reviews by others but tried it. Don't waste your money. We started with Garlic Knots because they were recommended. Very doughy and tasteless. The manager took them off the table and brought out their standard "peasant bread" another loser. Nothing special at all. At an Italian restaurant you expect to have excellent crusty Italian bread with that special flavor. Their table bread is not worth the calories. My wife ordered Chicken Parm and I tried a pizza. Again both dishes very disappointing. Chicken Parm was dry. Not at all what you would expect from the price and ambiance of the place. She couldn't eat much of it. The spaghetti side over-cooked, heavy and doughy tasting. I don't really understand why people rave about the spaghetti at this place. The Pizza was awful. They are not using hard wheat (Semolina) which gives Pizza dough that unique taste. It appears they are using regular flour or very inferior ingredients. We won't be going back. I would strongly advise not to waste your money on this place. I'm frankly surprised where their reputation comes from. Looks can deceive I guess.
(1)Amy M.
Friday early evening was told it would be a 45 min wait but only ended up being 30. Sat outside with a beautiful view. Great food and our waiter Jason was such a gentleman, even the hostess was dressed very nice (tired of seeing a hostess in dirty jean shorts everywhere). What a wonderful evening, will be back.
(5)Don S.
Not impressed at all. I have never written a review before tonight, but felt you all should know the bad food that I received here. I always get the Lasagna my first visit to an Italian restaurant, that sets them all on an even playing field and this place failed. I got a mouthful of stems from herbs OR something and then I bit into a chunk of something hard that's not supposed to be in a lasagna. The server offered me a new plate, but I did not want anything more after that. She apologized and did remove it from our bill. My mother in laws pasta was severely under cooked, but the shrimp was moist and tender. Needless to say, I will not return to this restaurant.
(1)Glenn D.
I had gone to the Scottsdale location a few times with clients and enjoyed it. So I decided to plan my wife's birthday party there. We had a big family gathering of 20. Called 2 days before to reserve a spot. No problems there. I kept telling the family how great the food was and we should have a great experience....Well, today was not to be the experience we hopped for. The wait staff seemed very unorganized. It took 15 minutes for my wife, kids and I to order a drink. We finally did, were served fairly quick then we went another 10-15 minutes without being seen by our waitstaff. We shrugged it off and ordered apps. A couple orders of Garlic knots, Calamari and an order of Meatballs. Garlic knots were good, Meatballs were not as good as The Scottsdale location and the calamari was under cooked and had to be sent back. They graciously brought us a new order and it was cooked properly and was average. Oh I forgot, they also never brought appetizer plates for us. So we had to flag down a busser from another table who handed us a pile of plates and we handed them around the table. During this period of time we hardly saw the waitstaff. See, I say waitstaff because we literally felt like we had part time staff assisting us. No consistency. Went long periods with empty glasses and if we wanted a drink we had to flag down someone to get us refills. Finally ordered our food and it took close to an hour to get our entrees. When we did the servers placed the dishes and walked off without offering grated parm. A few of us had to wait about 5-10 minutes to get our meals while everyone else was served. Not one time did the staff come by to let us know it was taking longer or offer us refills or just a common courtesy apology for the delay. We had to approach the staff. Finally my wife, who's birthday it was asked to talk to the manager. The waiter was nice and asked if there was anything he could assist with, but by now we were past that. She graciously declined and asked to speak with the manager. She came by and apologized and basically said it's tough serving a group of our size....I called 2 days in advance and made reservations so that they could prepare for this. Our group size should have had no bearing on all of the lack of follow through that we experienced. I was a bit shocked that an Italian restaurant doesn't serve bread with apps or meals. What are you supposed to soak up the gravy with?! Anyhow, the manager took off a couple of meals that lacked and set us up with a wide array of deserts for the family. Totally appreciated that, but I Would have rather paid for desert than have the experience we had there on what was supposed to be a special night for my family. This place needs a tune up with the staff, the food was inconsistent with how they used to do things at the Shea Blvd local. I would like to give them a second try, but it will have to be with a small group and not during a typically busy time. Oh I had the veal parm. It was decent. Not the best I have had but I would order it again. I have had better service at The Olive Garden.....
(2)Jamie L.
I walked in and was immediately impressed (there was a picture of Audrey Hepburn, so I may be biased). I loved the ambiance, and how modern it was! Also I'm really into music, and the playlists they played were right up my alley! I came with a large party so we got several different orders of the bruschetta which we're absolutely AMAZING! The Fig and Almond, and the Date & Goat Cheese were absolutely to die for...I've never had a more delicious bruschetta! I want to go back again just so I can pig out on those ':D I ordered the Turkey and Brie with the Cesar salad. Again... SO good. the croutons were so flavorful and crunchy. Dessert we ordered the Zeppole. Kind of tasted like funnel cake, but you guessed it -better. The service was ok.. They didn't have any Garlic knots, which happens... But the birthday girl's step mom ordered something and they brought out something completely different. Later she asked about it and the Waiter just said, "oh we don't have that".. which was a really weird way of handling that kind of situation. Wouldn't they tell her before and let her make a second choice for herself? Also My water never got refilled.. But again we were a party of 15 so I guess I understand. I would have given this a 4 star review, but the food was just too damn delicious. I'm definitely going back again and again, just with a smaller party.
(5)Laurie S.
Had lunch there and was pleasantly surprised! Had the Pasta Fagulie and Eggplant Parm. It was delicious!! Definitely will go back for lunch. It was not crowded and service was good!
(5)Sara L.
Service was pretty bad. Was greeted with, "it's not happy hour anymore" instead of a hello. Things never got better. Food was decent, nothing spectacular. Ordered a small salad with shrimp for my dinner. When they say small they mean small. Probably won't be back unless a friend wants to. I know of at least 15 restaurants that I can go to and spend the 35$ this place cost for one, and get better service and better food.
(3)DM C.
YUM the pizza at this place is excellent. My family tried Stone & Vine on Monday and enjoyed the food so well we order take out pizza last night! We started with the meatball appetizer. I recommend ordering it "Sophie" which means you get yummy spinach and cheese on top. I ordered the ravioli and my husband had pasta and pizza. All were great. My only disappointment was our server had not tried the food and could not make recommendations. We probably would have ordered more if we had items recommended.
(4)Harry J.
Took my girlfriend here for a nice dinner. Great service and atmosphere for people who like to have fun. Only down side was my panini came on pita bread, which was not put on the menu. Pita bread tastes pretty bad in my opinion, but with the ingredients they used I was able to stomach it and still say I had a great time!
(5)Shannon H.
This place is beautiful on the inside!! ...And then there's the food. Lol. My friend and I went here for dinner. It was a Sunday night and pretty dead so we were seated right away. The bar area is nice but we opted for a table. It had nice views overlooking the lake BUT, anyone that knows Ocotillo knows that smell is NOT so nice! Even with the misters on, it's a hundred degrees outside. I'm not sure why they kept the large patio doors open. So anyway, the atmosphere was great. Candles lit and dim lighting. Could be very romantic and posh but, instead of Bocelli or Sinatra they were playing Smashmouth and Red Hot Chili Peppers. It was so "off" for this type of establishment. What made it even more awkward, was our waitress kept dancing and signing near us like we were in a club. Not very professional for such a nice place but again, whatevs. The wine list was not impressive at all. In fact, we both had a really hard time deciding because there was so little to pick from. I mean, I've seen a couple of these bottles at Target, come on. Since you can order by the glass, we did since buying a bottle of something they had was just not going to be an option. I ordered the chicken vodka penne. My friend ordered the Godfather pizza and we had a Caesar salad. Right away when the food came out, we both kind of looked at each other surprised and he said to me, "Uh, that was fast. There's no way they cooked that pasta just now" I agreed. The pasta sauce was great but the chicken was dry and I kept thinking, it was like it was made for something else and they just cut up and tossed it in my penne. The salads were delish though! I had a couple bites of his pizza. It was pretty good too. I would probably go here again just to see if my experience would be different and to try something else, but it's definitely not living up to it's potential.
(2)Gretchen B.
Enjoyed the meatball appetizer, and the pan seared chkn with asparagus and avocado. Very few Gluten Free options.
(3)Richard G.
Outstanding food, service and ambiance. We had the chop salad (small size) substituting onions for the egg, caprese salad, zucchini with a tomato sauce, & house wines that were on the happy hour special. Our server was very good and not intrusive. There are several other personnel delivering food and available for anything you might need. There is no searching for someone to help. A manager was floating around the room double checking to make sure everyone was happy (two thumbs up for such a manager). The place is on a waterfront for a lakeside housing development. It was too hot to be outside even though there were misters. An ideal time would be the beginning of September. We had a booth which was a bit tight so I would suggest the hightop tables. Be sure to check the link on the Yelp sight for the menu. It is very up to date.
(5)Thomas D.
I loved this place, had chicken Parmesan which was cooked perfectly. $5 wine during happy hour, liked the room & even the music was good. Can't wait till it's a little cooler and I can sit on the patio at night.
(4)Camille F.
Excellent! Especially given we went twice in their opening week and the service and food quality were both great. Considering it was their first weekend and packed, we were greeted and had bar drinks delivered to our table in first few minutes and throughout meal, waters were always being topped off without having to flag anyone down. We were sad to see Grimaldis leave but Stone and Vine's remodel improved the atmosphere (especially with a larger, modern bar area), the music is great and the menu offer a nice variety. We've tried the meatballs, wood-fire pizza (thin-crust) and two pastas so far - I was happy with all and the garlic knots appetizer is highly recommended! They came out piping hot and fresh, right from the oven to our table, served with a side of marinara. We'll definitely be ordering those again whenever we go. We sat at the bar for our second visit and the bartender was fun and attentive and had a good rapport with everyone sitting there. We love Italian beer so were thrilled to find Peroni on tap. Very glad to have a modern, hip place with quality food to drink and dine at in South Chandler. We'll be back often!
(5)Nick L.
WOW! My wife and I really enjoyed this place. Atmosphere was great and so was the food. We started with the garlic knots. They were huge and okay, but the marinara sauce was fantastic. I had the Godfather pizza and it was great. My wife had the salmon salad and she enjoyed it. The prices are reasonable for the quality and amount of food you get. We will be going back.
(4)BARRY B.
The Sun Lakes, Ocotillo, South Chandler areas have a new player in the Italian restaurant arena. They remade the interior of the old Patsy Grimaldi's to a brighter, more contemporary feel and opened the place up without losing the comfortable feel. The food was OUTSTANDING! Prices within reason. Service excellent. We were going to Grimaldi's for 10 years, and loved them, but with Stone's larger menu, I think we've become fans and will be coming back often.
(5)P H.
Great restaurant! Food is amazing! We had the eggplant rollatini which was to die for! I had the Milan chicken which is a great meal if your watching carbs. I can't wait to go back and try other things in their menu!
(5)Jamie O.
We had a great time trying out this new spot. We came in for happy hour, where apps, bruschetta, pizza, and some drinks are discounted. Our server Alexis was outstanding. I got the red sangria, which was fantastic, and my boyfriend got a Stella Artois. We got meatballs and garlic knots for appetizers, and both were delicious but we both liked the meatballs better. We also got a pesto chicken pizza which was great. Every dish was very fresh and straight-from-the-oven smoking hot, which I love. During happy hour, the total for 2 apps, 1 pizza, and 4 drinks was less than $50. We'll definitely be back!
(5)Chris W.
Went during lunch hour and they had some good lunch specials for 8 dollars. I had an excellent chicken panini and a salad for a good price. The food came quick and was filling. I look forward to going back.
(4)Phil M.
I love this place. I grew up on Italian food (New York) and it's pretty authentic for what little I've had here. The staff is very friendly and welcoming and always checked on me. I came during a lunch special which lasts quite some time and is fantastically priced. I stop by the complex for work often and I'll definitely be eating here again and again. Additionally, the ambience and decorations are awesome. Cheers to the young waitress for the suggestions and service.
(5)Molly C.
Our 2nd time back last night which turned into a pleasant surprise above our expectations thanks to Tom, Blake and Theresa...thanks you 3 for a wonderful evening!! S&V is what the corner of Alma School/Queen Creek needed to light up Ocotillo!! Clearly the economy has come back with many new places around town but S&V is the best to have arrived...it was thriving last night and with many repeat diners like us enjoying the amazing food and service! I'm from the east coast (RI), I haven't had mussels this good in a very long time...simply delish!! Love the salads, pizza and soups too...I'll be back to try verything on the menu! Welcome to Chandler, S&V...Cheers!
(5)Victoria S.
I've eaten here a handful of times and it's always fabulous, timely, and very well priced. They feature an $8 lunch menu that is perfect to run in for real quick and head back to the office. The salmon picatta is to die for! Not a lot of places thicken their sauces with corn starch, but they do here. Flour for me leaves a chalky after taste so it's nice to see a place that actually knows how to cook to let the natural flavors shine thru all on their own. Stone n Vine's kitchen clearly takes pride in their cooking. The bolognese is done by hand as well as the salad dressings and the divine tiramisu. On top of awesome food, the service is impeccable. My server was very attentive and asks about any additional accoutrements that I would like with my meal so I don't have to wait for an extra wedge of lemon or additional parm for my pasta. This tells me that management actually trains their staff for a full dining experience. I personally do not drink booze, but they have a full bar menu that includes some fabulous looking martinis. They also have a great patio that is right on a little lake. I'll definitely be back!
(5)Jenny P.
We went for dinner and it was alright. The bruschetta was the best part of the meal! The pizza was soggy and the quinoa salad was alright.
(2)Mike C.
I read other reviews and maybe I hit the jackpot day, but we went for lunch (4 of us) and the food, and service, was fantastic. Lunch offerings are "8 for 8" ... e.g. 8 items that are 8 bucks each. Portions are very large and the taste is great - not too much garlic - for me, just the right amount of spices. I had a couple of Italian draft beers, too - very tasty and strong (alcoholic content seemed very high). I would definitely go back for lunch! They offer a very interesting dessert - espresso over vanilla sorbet - I definitely thought this dessert is an excellent after meal treat!
(5)Jagruti T.
Excellent service... Great serving sizes and delicious and fresh food. Not to forget great ambience as well.
(5)Wowezow E.
What Italian restaurant doesn't give you bread with your meal!?! The lasagna was not great. However, the Sangria was delicious! I liked the patio. Just not impressed enough to ever return
(2)Sheri K.
Had high hopes for a great meal on mother's day. Had 4 different waiters in the 1st 10 minutes. Not a fan if the food. Had to ask for bread and when the small amount was offered it was so undercooked and not edible. Our waiter was very defensive in a weird way. I will not return.
(1)Ally B.
I took my mom here for Mother's Day and the service was exceptional! The employees are very friendly, especially out waitress Hilary. She was very accommodating and always did things to help out we never asked her to. Stone and Vine also had great bruschetta haha
(5)Kirk R.
Everyone enjoyed their food and the prices were very reasonable. I am a big fan of veal so I was quite happy to see that Stone and Vine serves Veal Parmagiana, Marsala, and Piccata. And they were charging only $18 for these dishes, which is quite a value compared to other italian restaurants in the area. I ordered the Veal Piccata and it was a quality piece of veal and was prepared as it should be. We also had the Rigatoni with the Bolognese and it was great. Such a simple dish but not everyone gets it right.. Stone and Vine offers a varied menu including flatbreads and pizza, which are a few dollars less during happy hour. We will be back.
(4)John V.
Visited for the first time with my wife and kids. Food is O.K. Extremely noisy! John, the Waiter, was CLUELESS!. My son asked for Gluten free menu....informed there is none but pasta noodles are Gluten free so he ordered Rigatoni with Sausage for $17. Waiter returned 10 minutes later to inform us that he made a mistake, the noodles are NOT Gluten Free so my son ordered fish. Returned with wine but my daughter had to wait another 10 minutes for Ginger Ale? Reviewed the bill and found that John, the Waiter, charged us $17 for the Rigatoni and Sausage that he cancelled because it was NOT Gluten Free and switched to fish. Asked John if he checked this bill before he gave it to us and he was puzzled? Circled the Rigitoni and Sausage charge and he apologized and returned with the correct bill that I signed. Returned home and my iPhone indicated that I was charged the INCORRECT AMOUNT that included the $17 charge. Called the restaurant and could not get through so left a message. It is nearly 4 p.m. the following day and have not heard from the Manager. Just called and once again, could not get through? I will contest the charge with AMEX and never return. They have another restaurant in Scottsdale so you would think these Employees would be properly trained before they open a 2nd? Would NOT RECOMMEND this restaurant for the above reasons. It happened to be my wife's birthday and not a very good experience.
(1)Stacey B.
Went here last night and it was good! Place was packed but that's to be expected since it's new (used to be grimaldis here), it was Friday, and the location. They take reservations so we'll remember that next time. Service was great! Sat at the bar waiting for a table and the bartenders were awesome! We got seated on the patio which was nice. Ordered lasagna to share and a pizza to take home. Yummy yummy! They were nice enough to split the lasagna for us and I can't believe how HUGE the portion was! We thought they might have misunderstood and given us two separate orders, but no that was not the case. The pizza was really good too. We will definitely be back.
(4)Mike G.
My wife and I went here for our anniversary because we wanted to try something new. We were very disappointed. My chicken parmesan was very salty and overcooked and her four cheese pizza didn't taste good and was very bland. The floors were very dirty and the service was slow. We are both Italian and have been to Italy many times, so we know what good Italian food should taste like. We were really hoping to like this place because there's not a lot of really good Italian restaurants around to begin with, however we will not be back.
(1)Jamie G.
The chicken parmigiana panini lacked chicken. I think it sat under a warmer for a few days and became a dry dog treat. Portions are good. Prices are fair, but you need to have good food to justify paying anything. Great interior. Nice bar. Service was frantic. Caesar was drenched. In the end, food was horrible. Sorry, I had high hopes. One and done for me.
(1)Blake T.
I'd give the food an A+ The price of the food for the quality and quantity you get is amazing. Bad parts, it's insanely loud in this place. Not sure if it has to do with the layout or what. Not crazy about the bar being in the same room as the eating area. Service was good but also chaotic and was overcharged. The menu is ok, seems they are pushing salads and pizza more then entrees. They could use 3-5 more pasta dishes and some kind of beef dish. This place is for sure for the younger crowd, which could be good and bad. I'd probably hit this place up once a month just for the food. Their beer and wine selection pretty much sucks, hopefully they can expand it.
(2)Laurel N.
Sadly disappointed. Super loud! I realize it's new and still working out the kinks, but I hope they figure it out soon. Took way too long to even be greeted by our waiter, who then didn't even ask if we wanted to order drinks...then when we flagged him down to order drinks, he had to ask THREE different times what wine I wanted. Wow...then it literally took another 15 minutes to get our food, one entree and a bruschetta board. The bread for the bruschetta was good but not crunchy or crusty at all :( Lastly, and it may seem silly, but there was (and still is an hour plus later) a leaf on the floor next to us. Now, while that is not a big deal in the grand scheme, there have been employees that have walked over and around the leaf like 100 times! Someone pick it up!! Not sure we'll be coming back again...sure hope they figure it out soon.
(3)Vince M.
Have been to this restaurant twice sine they opened a few weeks ago. Very good both times. Cesar salad dressing is one the best we've had and the crutons topped it off just right. The flat bread pizzas we also very good. Today I had the turkey and brie panning and it did not disappoint as my wife had the chicken cesar, again very good. Service: Great Atmosphere: Great We were very disappointed when Gramaldi's moved out of this location, but not anymore. This place is far better with more variety.
(5)Terry F.
Came looking for the new Italian restaurant advertised. My husband and I were impressed with the decor and ambiance. It was around 3:30 on Monday afternoon and we were the only ones at the time. Shelby was very pleasant and welcoming. We enjoyed the cool breeze coming in from the veranda. The lasagna and pasta primavera were good, not great. No bread, we had to ask for it. The lasagna had a chunk of hard parmigiana cheese my husband couldn't bite into, perhaps the rind? The server, Shelby, said she would bring to chef's attention. The service could have been much better, could be lack of supervision, training, etc. no one came by our table to check on us, ask about the quality of the food, nor refilled our water. It was shift change and many servers came on the floor. The plates were promptly removed as we were finished eating and asked if we wanted dessert. We originally planned to partake, however was disenchanted. I'm writing this to share with management, so improvements can be made to have an all around great experience for the patrons. We may give this place a retry in the distant future.
(2)AZ R.
Great ambiance, good food, service still getting up,to speed. Overall, a good experience and we'll be back. Now, the owners only need to bring Salt and Lime down to Chandler!
(4)Brian B.
We have been waiting for this place to open for a few months! Now that it's open, we couldn't wait to try it. We were very impressed with the food and the service. Most restaurants seem disorganized when they first open, but not this place. We ordered the garlic knots appetizer and ordered the wood fired pizza as our meal. Both were outstanding! It's so nice to have this new restaurant in south Chandler!
(5)April S.
We just walked out of the restaurant. Unfortunately, I have to downgrade the rating for this place from 4 to 3 star after my 2nd visit. The service was not nearly as good as the first time I was here. The waiter was nice, but he did not ask us once for refill nor giving us a glass of water during our entire meal. The food was average. I ordered one of my favorite Italian dish, Linguini with fresh claim in white wine sauce. The clam meat portion was generous, but I did chew on sand in it every now and then. Due to the disappointing service, I am not too sure if I want to come back here again.
(3)Navid A.
They make a properly good pizza. My personal favorite is the funghi they really take all the ingredients to another level. When the weather is nice the setup they have outside is perfect. Definitely a place for setting up larger gatherings too I was a big fan of the atmosphere.
(5)Ms. R.
A friend and I stopped here for Happy Hour & Dinner this past Friday. After reading the reviews, I was a bit concerned but we decided to give it a try. Atmosphere: Very large with a variety of table options. Not much room at the bar. It was quite busy but as it was just the two of us and we were willing to sit on the patio, we were seated within 5 minutes. We did not notice any bugs or bad smells that other reviewers had noted. Overall the decor is very nice. Not fancy. No tablecloths that I noticed. Service: The hostess was friendly and immediately greeted me. Our server was very nice but seemed to be stretched a bit thin. General observation of the other table to staff ratio confirmed my thought. They need more bus folks to support the wait staff or maybe just more servers for such a large place. Food: We opted for a full bottle of wine since it was happy hour (a nice Sangiovese) and the Bocconcini E Pepe starter to share. We liked it but both agreed it needed a splash of Balsamic. For an entree, I chose the Harvest Salad and my friend had the Pasta Primavera. The salad was large and very tasty. However, the kitchen forgot to add dressing to it so it took a few minutes to flag down the server and get that fixed. The pasta primavera was also quite large with lots of veggies. The pasta is served with more of a broth than a 'sauce' and it tended to all run to the bottom of the bowl, so much stirring was needed to get the penne coated. We both thought a noodle or shell would have been better for getting the sauce-to-pasta ratio better balanced. Would I go back? Yes. Would I recommend it? Perhaps not a rave review but I wouldn't discourage you either. Cheers!
(3)Patrick D.
On Sunday September 30th my daughter baptized her child and we decided to host the baptism dinner at Stone and Vine restaurant in Chandler. It was a party of 30 and the gal Amanda did an awesome job accommodating us with a meal that was delicious, filling and work within my budget. Service was awesome everyone had a great time and comment on how delicious the food was. I would highly recommend this restaurant and definitely will be back.
(5)Melissa J.
This place is a gem! They have great appetizers on HH everyday, and there food comes out so quick even on their busiest nights. Have been there a few times and have been extremely impressed with their food and service!
(5)Mike D.
Not bad. Came here for happy hour (3-7pm daily) and had a few apps, a pizza, some drinks and dessert. Overall things were good. The place is nice and the prices are fair for what you get. The apps were just ok (chefs board, garlic knots), the pizza was larger than I expected and done well. The desserts were really good. The cheesecake and gelato were both outstanding. There's a lot of italian/pizza places around but this one is pretty good. If you're in the area this is a good spot.
(4)Jordan P.
Brand new urban Italian restaurant in Chandler!! This place is AWESOME. Grandma took me here as she's been Andy about them opening the new space. The patio, is not to be missed if you love a good view. The food is on point too. We ordered the caprese as an appetizer and I was shocked at how much you get for your money. Home made mozzarella, giant tomatoes, fresh basil. I could eat it every day. Since it was just lunch we split the lasagna and.... You guessed it. Amaze balls. I'll be back at least 3 more times to try other menu items. Support local business kids, skip Olive Garden and head over this a way!
(5)Jim T.
We came to check out the new place in same spot as the old Grimaldi's. We arrived at 630 PM on a Sat night so the place was very busy! We had an acceptable 30 minute wait and got seated out on the patio. Ambiance: The patio dining area is nice and has a nice open view. Note though, the place is VERY loud inside and outside. The acoustics of the place and the fact that there were so many people makes for a very loud place. The waiter had to practically shout to take our order, and it for me it made the dining experience a little more tense than I like because it's hard to even talk to your dining companion. Service: The service was friendly and professional. Our appetizers and salads came fairly quickly considering how busy it was. My only compliant is that it took a long time for the main entrée to come (25-30 minutes after our salad was done). The waiter came by to apologize for the wait, but still too long to wait. Food: For appetizers we had the Caprese. It was pretty good. We also had Caesar salad which was good although a little heavy on the dressing. For the main course I had the Chicken Marsala. It was decent, but not great. It was served on a pizza plate (see my picture) which made the dish look a little odd too. Prices: Prices all seemed reasonable and fair. Summary: I think this place is geared more towards pizzas and paninis (that seemed to be what most people were getting). Maybe I should have stuck with that. It is strange though because it displays itself as a fancy Italian place so I expected more entrée selections. I will definitely go back and try the pizza next time.
(3)Ever H.
I tried a chicken panini And it was excellent, my friend tried the chicken pesto pizza...it was one of the very best. I like the place...good ambience , not pricey and friendly staff
(5)Paula M.
Was looking forward to trying this restaurant but I was disappointed with the atmosphere This restaurant is very noisy and lacks a cozy intimate dinning experience. Definitely not a date night place. The food was "just okay" and pricey for the portion size. We had to ask for bread with our meal which should be a given with Italian food. Once Happy Hour was over so was the crowd and for a Saturday night there was no one waiting to be seated. Half the restaurant was empty. Not impressed at all. May give it one more try when the weather is cooler and I can sit on patio. But with so many great places to eat I doubt it
(2)Bethany B.
Stopped in here the other night with the hubs and thought it was a pretty good meal. First off, I really have to praise the waitress we had. She filled drinks like I've never seen before & boxed up the food we had left. She was pleasant without being too intrusive and quick without making us feel rushed. Can't speak higher for the staff. Meal was good. Not great but still good. Hubs had the garlic knots for the appetizer and I tried the bruschettas. Date and Goat Cheese, Fig and Ricotta, Salami and Pesto, & Smoked Salmon. Fig and Ricotta & the Smoked Salmon were my favs but I do think the aioli on the was a little too think. It cut the taste of the salmon too much. The salami was a nice kind, maybe needed a little more pesto. I was a little disappointed with the date and goat cheese. I love both of those flavors but there wasn't near enough date flavor. Still, over all, tasted good. Hub like the knots but said it wasn't the best he'd ever had. Seeing as he's a bread guy, I guess he'd know. For the entrees, he had the Five Cheese Ravioli and I had the Smoked Salmon Pasta. Hubs said it was good. Still not a wow but good. The salmon dish I had was a special. I tend to get those when we go out because I know it's what the chef is excited about doing. They said a creamy red sauce but it wasn't quite what I envisioned. I was seeing more cream in it but this was really just a red sauce with a Gemelli pasta. There were big chunks of salmon but the smoked flavor was totally lost in the sauce. It was good but not really what I was expecting. For dessert we picked up a tiramisu and 2 mini cannoli's for the kids. Both were decent but not the best I've had. Over all, good meal. Not the best and nothing quite what it should be but still a good meal. Loved the staff though but that's just not enough for me to bump this to a 4.
(3)Don A.
Wow, such a meal! My family (of 4) went on a Thursday at happy hour and the place was a good amount full (a few empty tables, no wait). The atmosphere is a fancy casual with some office people and some retirees and several tables with kids. We ordered an appetizer and entrées and everything tastes fresh and Italian. The wait staff was all very attentive and we cleared every plate that was put in front of us. I'd recommend this spot to any of my friends and I look forward to my next visit.
(5)Dan E.
I love this place! Can't say enough good things about it. Food is great, service has always been Great, ambiance is great. The only gripe I can possibly think of is that they don't have a bigger pizza. All pizza's are a personal size, although it's a big personal size! Meatball appetizer is legit, salads are good. Lots of food come with each kids meal! I mean really, what else can you ask for!
(5)Alex D.
Left a lot to be desired. Finally got a chance to come in for dinner. And I guess I had set my expectations a little high for what I ended up getting. First off, the service was excellent so this review is more about the food then the service. Friendly hostess and our server was excellent as well. The food however was average at best. I ordered the Rigatoni with Bolognese sauce and it was bland and lacking flavor. It tasted store bought. Not something I'd expect from a restaurant. I'd rather have pasta at Oreganos. Much more flavor and freshness there. For the price the food quality was no where near what they are charging. I might give it another shot and order something else as they have a decent happy hour hopefully next time the food will be better.
(3)kathryn p.
First time at this bar and LOVED it! The atmosphere is so inviting and the staff were wonderful! Our waitress Alexa was on point with our orders and very attentive. The manager, John or Johnny I believe, greeted us with a huge smile when we came in and stopped by to see how we were enjoying our drinks and food. He made us feel VERY welcome! Luckily we made it in time for happy hour and even with a packed house, everything we ordered came out in a timely manner. We will definitely be coming back and am spreading the word about our excellent service and dining experience
(5)J W.
First time here. Made it for happy hour and miraculously my husband and I got a seat at the bar. The restaurant was busy and flowing with people that seemed to be content, happy and lively. I felt comfortable. The bartender was extremely friendly, happy, and provided excellent service--I believe his name was Tony. Must try the garlic knots! They are baked dough balls coated with fresh garlic and olive oil served with a flavorful marinara sauce. The red wine sangria was the best tasting sangria that I've had in quite some time--2 had me feeling carefree. We shared one of their pizza selections and even had food to take home. Unique decor for an Italian restaurant. They also have outside seating on their patio. We enjoyed ourselves and enjoyed talking with other couples at the bar as well. I highly recommend this place. We will be back.
(5)Jenn C.
Great food, awesome service. I have tried the pasta, and the chicken pesto pizza. Both amazing.
(4)Jaime V.
Tried this tonight for dinner. We got the caprese (very bland, unripe tomatoes and missing EVOO) for an appetizer. My daughter got the kids spaghetti and meatball (super good), my husband got the Milan Chicken (bland and overcooked chicken) and I got margheritta pizza (not amazing....pretty soggy). My husband said we would come back again and give it another try sometime but we would definitely order different things. We really wanted this place to wow us but that didn't happen tonight.
(3)Angela C.
A wonderful new addition to Chandler! They moved in to the old Grimaldi's location and gave it a much needed update. They have one of my favorite bartenders, Blake, which is reason enough to like this place. The food is great too, and at a reasonable price point with awesome happy hour specials. Based on Blake's recommendation we tried the mussels and they were awesome! We have also had the garlic knots, Margherita pizza, the meatballs Sophia style, and the mini cannolis. We've enjoyed everything and look forward to trying more of the menu. I highly recommend checking this place out!
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