{"id":29263,"date":"2025-06-04T15:14:24","date_gmt":"2025-06-04T22:14:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/?p=29263"},"modified":"2025-06-04T15:14:25","modified_gmt":"2025-06-04T22:14:25","slug":"w-scottsdale-unveils-sexy-roman-a-new-paradigm-in-italian-dining","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/phoenix-food-and-restaurant-news\/w-scottsdale-unveils-sexy-roman-a-new-paradigm-in-italian-dining","title":{"rendered":"W Scottsdale Unveils Sexy Roman: A New Paradigm in Italian Dining"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>A new chapter in luxury dining begins with the grand opening of <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sexyroman.com\/\">Sexy Roman<\/a>,<\/strong> a provocative and elevated Italian restaurant in Old Town, located inside the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.marriott.com\/en-us\/hotels\/phxwh-w-scottsdale\/overview\/\">W Scottsdale<\/a><\/strong>. Developed by the team at Alliance Hospitality Group, Sexy Roman promises an unforgettable blend of hand-crafted Italian cuisine, bold design, and interactive dining that brings high-end drama to every table.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"819\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29265 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-1024x819.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-1024x819.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-300x240.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-768x614.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-380x304.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-800x640.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-1160x928.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171-80x64.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150614\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9171.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><em>Images courtesy of Alliance Hospitality Group<\/em><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"bold-italian-cuisine-with-a-sexy-twist\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Bold Italian Cuisine with a Sexy Twist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sexy Roman\u2019s menu is anything but traditional. With <strong>James Beard-nominated<\/strong> Chef Jason Franey at the helm, the restaurant introduces a fresh, house-made pasta program alongside Roman-inspired small plates, indulgent mains, and eye-catching raw bar selections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Highlights include the <strong>leek agnolotti with ricotta and black truffle<\/strong>, <strong>burrata-stuffed tortellini in short rib rag\u00f9<\/strong>, and a bone-in <strong>veal Milanese<\/strong> served with Kiki tomatoes and arugula in lemon vinaigrette. Prime steaks get a luxe upgrade with bold accompaniments like <strong>gorgonzola cream<\/strong>, <strong>Calabrian chili bomba sauce<\/strong>, even a scoop of burrata tortellini with black truffle cream.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"768\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29267 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-1024x768.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-260x195.jpg 260w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-1160x870.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150639\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23113.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Lighter fare is equally tempting. From <strong>aged provolone sticks<\/strong> with house-made marinara to delicately sliced <strong>ahi tuna crudo<\/strong> dressed in harissa vinaigrette and crispy olives, <strong>Sexy Roman<\/strong> balances refinement with a playful edge. For a show-stopping presentation, the <strong>seafood tower<\/strong> arrives on ice with lobster tail, oysters, shrimp cocktail, and house-made sauces like mango mustard and tomato mignonette.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"838\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29266 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-1024x838.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-1024x838.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-300x245.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-768x628.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-380x311.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-800x654.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-1160x949.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857-80x65.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150632\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman23857.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>And dessert? Think fresh <strong>housemade gelatos<\/strong> and a tiramisu crafted tableside\u2014topped with shaved chocolate and bathed in a luxurious coffee cr\u00e8me anglaise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"a-bespoke-space-designed-for-indulgence\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">A Bespoke Space Designed for Indulgence<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Sexy Roman\u2019s atmosphere is as thoughtfully curated as its menu. Following a year-long, floor-to-ceiling transformation, the space feels like a private villa tucked inside a five-star Roman holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"640\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29270 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-1024x640.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-1024x640.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-768x480.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-380x238.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-800x500.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-1160x725.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM-80x50.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150723\/3-Credit_-Courtesy-of-Monogram-at-BBGM.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests are greeted by a glowing <strong>760-bottle wine wall<\/strong>, set against olive wood and bronze glass. Inside, the vibe is part Italian villa, part luxury train car, with <strong>hand-troweled plaster walls<\/strong>, <strong>brass lighting fixtures<\/strong>, <strong>custom artwork<\/strong>, and <strong>stone tabletops<\/strong> with brass inlays.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The ceiling \u2014 an homage to vintage sleeper trains \u2014 features dynamic lighting that shifts from golden warmth to sultry red as the night progresses, setting the tone for an immersive and flirtatious evening. Even the <strong>olive wood booths<\/strong> come with integrated ice buckets for <strong>champagne service<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"768\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29269 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-1024x768.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-260x195.jpg 260w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-1160x870.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150648\/250529-AHG-Sexy-Roman-SHMO9247.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"signature-drinks-the-iconic-roaming-cocktail-cart\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Signature Drinks &amp; the Iconic Roaming Cocktail Cart<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The beverage program at Sexy Roman is designed to dazzle. Led by Travis Strickland, COO of Alliance Hospitality Group, the bar offerings range from <strong>cult-favorite Italian wines<\/strong> to <strong>signature cocktails<\/strong> crafted with precision and flair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Guests can start with a <strong>gold-laced espresso martini<\/strong>, a <strong>blood orange margarita<\/strong>, or consult with the in-house sommelier for a bespoke wine pairing. The real showstopper, however, is the <strong>roaming cocktail cart<\/strong> \u2014 a custom-made piece of mobile mixology theater that arrives tableside at the push of a hidden button.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1.jpg\"><img  loading=\"lazy\"  decoding=\"async\"  width=\"1024\"  height=\"768\"  src=\"data:image\/png;base64,iVBORw0KGgoAAAANSUhEUgAAAAEAAAABAQMAAAAl21bKAAAAA1BMVEUAAP+KeNJXAAAAAXRSTlMAQObYZgAAAAlwSFlzAAAOxAAADsQBlSsOGwAAAApJREFUCNdjYAAAAAIAAeIhvDMAAAAASUVORK5CYII=\"  alt=\"\"  class=\"wp-image-29271 pk-lazyload\"  data-pk-sizes=\"auto\"  data-ls-sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\"  data-pk-src=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-1024x768.jpg\"  data-pk-srcset=\"https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-200x150.jpg 200w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-260x195.jpg 260w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-380x285.jpg 380w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-800x600.jpg 800w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-1160x870.jpg 1160w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/media.arizonafoothillsmagazine.com\/taste\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/04150738\/Sexy-Roman-AHG-6-1.jpg 1500w\" ><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Wrapped in wide-grain hardwood and trimmed with brass, the cart serves eight signature cocktails. Its built-in chiller ensures every glass is perfectly frosted. For the ultimate indulgence, order the <strong>\u201cRoman Reserve,\u201d <\/strong>a luxe cocktail featuring Chopin\u2019s Extra Rare Young Potato Vodka with a spoonful of caviar.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 id=\"an-immersive-italian-restaurant-in-scottsdale\" class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">An Immersive Italian Restaurant in Scottsdale<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re planning a glamorous date night, a celebratory dinner, or just looking to experience the best new restaurant in Scottsdale, Sexy Roman delivers on every front: fine Italian cuisine, bold ambiance, and immersive service. With a name that\u2019s cheeky but a concept rooted in culinary excellence, this is far more than just a restaurant \u2014 it\u2019s a destination. Learn more at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sexyroman.com\/\">sexyroman.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Sexy Roman, a new Italian Restaurant in Scottsdale, brings luxury dining experience to the city.\n","protected":false},"author":23,"featured_media":29264,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[2],"tags":[4971,17306,16605,12286,17305,15582],"class_list":{"0":"post-29263","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-phoenix-food-and-restaurant-news","8":"tag-featured","9":"tag-hand-crafted","10":"tag-italian-cuisine","11":"tag-scottsdale-dining","12":"tag-sexy-roman","13":"tag-w-scottsdale","14":"cs-entry","15":"cs-video-wrap"},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site 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