Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Oro Valley

Food, atmosphere and pricing was great. Service was, at times, slow, but all staff members were incredibly nice

We had the perfect Valentine's Day experience at Renee's on Valentine's Day. For this special occasion, they required a reservation and pre payment of $100 for two of us, which seemed reasonable to me. Our table, a booth, was toward the quiet back of the restaurant and was very private, which we liked. The relaxing dinner included salad (he had spinach/goat cheese, I had Caprese), a main entree which we chose (chicken breast with zucchini noodles and sun dried tomatoes (excellent!), a glass of wine, and a dessert to split. It was a beautiful evening with excellent food, and we were reminded of how a visit to a small, quiet restaurant like Renee's feeds our souls as well as our bodies.

I wouldn't want to be a server at Piazza Gavi on Valentine's Day, but Jonathon was great juggling I don't know how many tables. And the place was jammed even at 4:00 in the afternoon. And noisy. But Johnathon remained fiendly, knowledgeable and efficient. And the food, as always, is top-notch. It's not on the menu, but if you ask for the Pork Fior De Latte, you will not be disappointed, and there's enough to take home for a second meal. Gavi is very much our spot for Valentine's Day every year.

Fabulous service - attentive & professional staff - superb atmosphere. Our soups were both great - the vichyssoise (served cold) was nearly the equal of what my wife makes & that is praise indeed. Our entrees were perfect, veal medallions & the steak frites. I was disappointed that the Crepes Suzette was not flambe - lesson learned. We will be back.

Food and service both phenomenal as always. Great way to unwind after a long week.