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Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 34152 reviews

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Gastroranking-it
3.6 ★ from 50 reviews
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Hoang 04.10.2024 - 21:34

I was asking the server about $42 Dollars gratitude being add on was that for their tips?? He said no!!! I end up given another $48 dollars out $300 cash that I handed to him because I believe in tips for the workers. Four dishes and house salad, one bottle of red $50) doesn't cones out to $252 dollars, Anyways gratitude being add on for party of 5 peoples, but please don't tell customers gratitude wasn't the tips automatically add on) Altogether $42 gratitude plus $48 dollars changes from $300 dollars cash that was paying. Server wasn't being honest, won't ever coming back!!!!! 9-3-2024

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Mitch 04.10.2024 - 21:34

Some of the best chicken parm I've ever eaten! So upset I live 2.5 hours away. Will be back every time we are in town!

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Larry 04.10.2024 - 21:34

When I arrived there was a wait-list. I was by myself and the friendly greeter suggested I consider the last open spot at the bar, which I did. A bar person answered my questions about the food and wine options. I got the spaghetti Bolognese and a glass of the chianti house wine and it was a good match. Looking back, I wish I had ordered a salad as well. The place was friendly, clearly popular, a lot of good conversations going on. Total tab was just over $30 after the tip.

daniel-carroll-cat06
Daniel 04.10.2024 - 21:34

Never miss a trip to Fat Olives when in Flagstaff. Pizza is just amazing. Great salads. Nice beer selection. Can’t ask for any more!

alfredo-lanternone
Alfredo 04.10.2024 - 21:34

Very good pizza for being in Arizona and not in Italy, unfortunately the spaghetti with meatballs wasn't that great... because the spaghetti was overcooked and the sauce was watered down... take the pizza and leave the rest alone

Last update: 04.10.2024

Fat Olives in Flagstaff offers a popular Italian dining experience with standout dishes like pizza, lasagna, and desserts such as flourless chocolate cake. Many guests praise the fresh ingredients and flavorful meals, especially the pizza. However, the service is inconsistent—some diners describe it as attentive and knowledgeable, while others report long waits, rushed interactions, and missed essentials like drink refills and utensils. The ambiance has minor drawbacks, including uncomfortable seating and occasional pest issues on the patio. Despite these concerns, Fat Olives remains a recommended stop for Italian cuisine lovers seeking hearty, satisfying dishes on Route 66.

Restaurantji
4.6 ★ from 970 reviews
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Peggy 11.07.2024 - 07:21

Set Hours provided an incredible experience. The food was absolutely superb, and the service was even more impressive. We will definitely be returning regularly!

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Donald 11.07.2024 - 07:21

Exceptional pizza made in a wood-fired oven brought straight from Italy. A must-try if you're traveling along Route 66!

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Matthew 11.07.2024 - 07:21

This is a fantastic spot for Italian cuisine in Flagstaff. I’m a huge fan of their homemade vanilla soda!

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Rhonda 11.07.2024 - 07:21

I thought that the food was okay....I had the chicken parmesan. I thought it was overpriced for what I got. I guess I'm used to Olive garden .... bread sticks while you wait and a salad served with dinner. That's what you get when minimum wage is $20 an hour. I won't be going back.

mindy-ladd
Mindy 11.07.2024 - 07:21

We stopped in while in town and was very pleased with dinner, we got chicken Parmesan, fettuccine Alfredo, lasagna, and a pizza. Everything was cooked perfectly. The service was outstanding! We never had to ask for anything the l, wait staff was on top of it all.

Last update: 11.07.2024
Sirved
4.6 ★ from 1382 reviews
johathan-mcclure
Johathan 17.06.2023 - 13:37

We had a great experience at this Italian restaurant. We enjoyed the pasta, but we're definitely planning to return to try the pizza! The meatballs and sauces had a homemade taste that we loved. The place can get quite busy; we had to wait about an hour for a table. However, once we were seated and placed our order, the food arrived quickly. Our waiter was friendly and very helpful!

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Carmelo 17.06.2023 - 13:37

How lucky are we to find this AMAZING Italian restaurant! From the start, our server Michael took great care of us. We?re always looking for vegan options for myself my husband, but traveling with a group it can be hard to find a restaurant with great food for everyone. Fat Olives was perfection! Everyone loved their meal. I hope we?re traveling through again soon!!!!

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Ernestine 17.06.2023 - 13:37

It was really good! We went with a cheese dip or server recommended and it was great. Pizza and pasta were delicious, it made for a very nice evening. You only have 2, 1 person bathroom. I think it would be easy to put 2-3 stands in each and make 1 men and 1 women. The lack of bathrooms caused a little congestion.

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Jayde 17.06.2023 - 13:37

Let me start off by saying I?ve been to many Italian restaurants in several different states and this ones got all of them beat by a country mile. There are no substitutes for good authentic Italian food and this place is incredible. Olive Garden can?t hold a candle to this place and that?s the truth. I had the spaghetti with meatballs, my wife had the chicken Alfredo, and her friend had a pizza. All of it was absolutely delicious and even the Italian soda was good too. Food was beyond reasonably priced for the experience and quality, and the service from our waitress was excellent. Easily the best Italian food I?ve ever had in my life and I will certainly be back here if not for the food alone. Truly incredible food as well as experience. Thank you for a fantastic night!!

ulind-2
Jayde 17.06.2023 - 13:37

Our server, Val, asked if we had dined here before. Since it was our first time, we hoped to receive a story or some recommendations, but we were only given a warm welcome. I inquired about the lasagna, which Val confirmed was good, but I felt that she could have offered more details about it. When I finally tried the lasagna, I found it to be a bit cheesier than I'm used to, but the flavor was robust. The combination of the sauce, Italian sausage, and spices was quite satisfying. My dining companion ordered a cheese pizza and mentioned there was more crust than pizza, but we were happy that our dogs would enjoy the extra crust we would take home. The service was decent, but there is room for improvement. We plan to give this place another shot within the year.

Last update: 17.06.2023
Menu
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
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Cara 09.05.2023 - 10:43

I want to start by saying that I've been to many Italian restaurants across various states, and none can compare to this one. Authentic Italian cuisine is unparalleled, and this place truly excels. Olive Garden doesn't even come close—this is the honest truth. I ordered the spaghetti with meatballs, my wife had the chicken Alfredo, and her boyfriend chose a pizza. Every dish was absolutely delicious, and the Italian soda was also delightful. The prices were reasonable considering the quality and experience, and our waitress provided excellent service. This is by far the best Italian food I've ever had, and I will definitely return, not just for the food but for the overall experience. Truly incredible food and a memorable night. Thank you for a fantastic evening!

samir86
Samir 09.05.2023 - 10:43

This restaurant serves the best wood-fired pizza I've ever had. The server was very knowledgeable about the menu and helped us choose what to order. We really enjoyed the happy hour drinks and appetizers, and ended up ordering four pizzas, all of which were delicious.

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Amos 09.05.2023 - 10:43

Everything we tried was out of this world! From the olives and bruschetta to the pizza, everything was incredibly fresh and delicious! Our server was amazing and truly excelled at his job. He provided us with all the information we needed about the menu and the concept behind Fat Olives. We visited in February this year.

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Anne 09.05.2023 - 10:43

Go! We've made our fair share of flagship rides and we've never gone back because of their food. Nothing has been amazing so far. This place is so good! It was nice and cozy inside. The price was decent for the food, and you can taste the fresh ingredients. The hostess was friendly, our waitress was nice and punctual. I want to eat here when I'm in town. An absolute must! I am very picky with my food and the atmosphere of a place. That was a 10 on all sides!

anne-champlin
Anne 09.05.2023 - 10:43

This place is amazing! If you can, go during happy hour, 2-5. The oven roasted olives are so good. We had the farmers pizza and the ms piggy, both were delicious. Probably one of the best pizza crusts ever. Everyone here was very nice and the service exceptional! This place is a must, at least once in your lifetime.

Last update: 09.05.2023
Yelp
4.4 ★ from 1816 reviews
amity-b
Amity 05.11.2023 - 17:30

We went to Flagstaff to visit the Grand Canyon. Our tour guide suggested this place. We had a hard time finding parking the first night we went there. Had to leave before entering the restaurant to ask for the wait time as there were about 20 people waiting in and outside side. We did make reservations for dinner the day after, and glad we did. I ordered the bolognese spaghetti, which I've never had. I always thought it was just spaghetti, but I was so wrong. Flavor was creamy, just enough meat to not over power the sauce. Noodles were perfect in texture. I had to try the tiramisu. Again, I was pleasantly surprised. It looked home made. It came in a little mason jar, super creamy mascarpone cheese, with crumbled expresso crumble bits throughout, and of course topped with cocoa powder (I think). I was expecting a traditional layered tiramisu slice; however, the way the restaurant made it looked more authentic in my opinion. My hubby got the lasagna. He said it was really good. Sorry, he didn't give me more details. Italian food at it's best. Service was fast, and accurate. Our waitress was nice and looked like she was waiting on multiple tables, and managed them like a pro. Ambiance was family friendly. Staff looked like hard working college students. Sorry, no pictures were taken as we were hungry.

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Joanne 05.11.2023 - 17:30

Make a reservation. Went what we thought was early on a Friday 4:00. Wait was 45 minutes. Went earlier on Saturday and had a short wait. Had happy hour pizza Wanted fire roasted olives but they were out of olives. Great pizza

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David 05.11.2023 - 17:30

Definitely a must go restaurant if you are in Flagstaff, Arizona. Guy Fieri from Food Network has been here. The service was great, I plan on it being busy... Full of what I presume are college students that are super polite and helpful as we were choosing our foods. Great food.

amy-e-dog91
Amy 05.11.2023 - 17:30

This well-known Flagstaff institution is located on Route 66 in Flagstaff. They offer a range of Italian food--including lunch specials that include a pizza, Caesar salad and sodas! We found that they are very popular, and you might need a reservation on a weekend night. We had the pizza that Guy Fieri recommended on Diners and Dives. I would recommend it for a good Italian meal. (Also--our server was great at explaining the whole menu and giving us suggestions!

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David 05.11.2023 - 17:30

I traveled from Pennsylvania to Flagstaff and decided to try this restaurant after reading the reviews. It exceeded my expectations! The service was fast and welcoming—Garret was fantastic. The food was delicious and offered great value. I’m a little bummed it’s not closer to home. I would definitely come back!

Last update: 05.11.2023
Int Restaurants
4.7 ★ from 5088 reviews
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Jillian 29.08.2023 - 05:08

This place is amazing!!! We visited during Happy Hour and enjoyed the small plates menu, which was half off. There was more than enough food for the four of us, and everything was delicious. The kids really loved their pepperoni pizza, and the grilled olives were incredible. I would highly recommend dining here if you're in Flagstaff, even if it's just for one night.

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Janice 29.08.2023 - 05:08

Great food,amazing and original pizzas and flavorful pastas. Great service from Kim and we enjoyed live jazz too. Highly recommend this place.

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Laurie 29.08.2023 - 05:08

We didn’t know where to eat this afternoon and we hit the lottery with this place! The absolute best pizza on the planet we ordered three different ones to share and all were delicious. (My fav was the Belgio dolce). The service was friendly and helpful too!

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Thomas 29.08.2023 - 05:08

Best Pizza I’ve had in 2+ years. If you ever visit Flagstaff and are a true lover of real authentic Italian pizza don’t miss eating here, you will be totally satisfied. This place n food here is over the top.

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Julie 29.08.2023 - 05:08

I absolutely adored this restaurant! The food, ambiance, and service were all fantastic. They even had live music, which I thought was a wonderful touch. The tiramisu was to die for! I'm already looking forward to my next visit!

Last update: 29.08.2023
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5.0 ★ from 1129 reviews
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Michael 14.08.2025 - 07:10

One of the Best Pizza's you will find. We had one of the pizzas Guy Fieri had when he reviewed this place. Great touches like calabrian Chili oil and crushed pistachios make these pizza's stand out above other! Great wine list and reasonable prices! Parking is a little tight and be prepared to wait to be seated as there always seems to be a line!! We sat at the bar as there were just two of us and it was great as the waitress made sure we were well taken care of..... Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 4

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Stephanie 14.08.2025 - 07:10

I truly only leave reviews when it 's an experience worth writing about. My family of 7 stopped in after a camping trip. We were starving, so we started with the bacon marmalade bruschetta. It was so delicious that I changed my pizza order to the Marmalade. We shared a few different pizzas and I cannot say there was a single one we didn 't love, but the carnivore was everyone 's favorite. We also tried a few of the desserts. The cherry and pistachio cannolis were phenomenal (especially when tried together! . The creme brûlée cheesecake was amazing!!! Probably the best cheesecake I 've ever had, and i 'm a home baker who specializes in cheesecake. The affogato was everything I hoped it would be, and the pistachio ice cream was TO DIE FOR. Every one of us left stuffed and happy!!! I also have to point out that staff was amazing as well. Even during the lunch rush, a bit of a wait, and what seemed to be a stressful day for them all around, every staff member we interacted with was kind and helpful. The poor waitress kept thanking us for our patience and kindness (which saddened me because I felt like we were pretty normal lol , but it just spoke volumes about this woman 's genuine care for our experience. We added a 6 pack for the crew , a fun menu item you can add to show the staff your appreciation, and it was absolutely earned. My daughter is starting her second year at NAU, and we will absolutely be stopping in EVERY time we visit her : I highly recommend checking this place out if you are ever in the area!!!! Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

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Stacey 14.08.2025 - 07:10

We discovered this gem after seeing it featured on Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives, and it absolutely lived up to the hype! During our recent two-week road trip, we made a point to stop in—and we’re so glad we did. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, and the food was simply outstanding. We were lucky to walk right in and grab a seat at the pizza bar, where we enjoyed front-row views of the action. This place is a must-visit, and we’ll definitely be back the next time we’re passing through Arizona! Price per person: $20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5

Last update: 14.08.2025
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