Arizona American Italian Club — Restaurant in Phoenix

I absolutely love this club! I feel great every time I go because of the nostalgic vibe that takes me back to happy times when people were friendly and kind and family meant everything. The food is wonderful at an incredibly low price, portions are generous, and it is understood that sometimes you will have your table bussed and sometimes not if the volunteers are busy. My first time there, I was invited to sit at a table with long-time members so that we could chat, and I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation. One of the ladies showed me where to put my plates when I was done with them because it was a night without bussing--I didn't mind at all and made me feel like one of the gang.

I loved it so much that I had my birthday there a couple of years ago on a Wednesday pasta night and invited a small handful of friends. They allowed me to bring my own cake and set aside a large table for me--all at no additional charge, and I was not even a member. My friends were stuffed to the gills for $10 apiece and I was glad that they didn't have to break the bank to celebrate with me.

My wife and I go to the club as a gay couple in our 30s and have been treated kindly, no strange looks that we noticed, and have even been engaged in conversation by several people (which rarely happens anywhere else these days). We feel perfectly comfortable there and are respectful not to act inappropriately (which usually works wherever we go).

I am now a new member of the club and very happy that I can enjoy alcoholic drinks at prices that are a steal. What else can I say? The music is fun and live, very rare these days. And I'm excited to try out the bingo nights where the jackpots reach the thousands sometimes.

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We haven't eaten there yet, but we heard it was really good. Sometime there is entertainment too. People are really nice. We just joined. One thing we were disappointed because the swearing in to be a member was a one time thing, or I could have just waited to get card in the mail. We drove out there to it and it took so long to get there. We looked forward to the meeting, but when we got there, we made sure we were a little early so we could eat.... We had to go down the street to a restaurant which wasn't that great. We drove back and one of the girls said it would be delayed. We could go if we wanted. I felt like it was a waste of time. i want to think this was a good move to join. The membership is a litle steep, but, I'd like to be around more people of my culture so I can learn and share more of my heritage. I grew up in a very strict sicilian family , very stressful and everyone seemed to be so busy that I missed many things, I guess I was supposed to focus on like learning the language, and marrying in within the family organization. Instead I flew to nyc to finish college and start a brand new life. this membership is probably the most expensive out of the other memberships we havejoined. I hope it's worth it. It's hard to really fully evaluate any place until you experience going there quite a few times. First impression didn't sit well though. Time will tell. Thanks...

Nice surprise. Living around the corner from this place for 30 years and never really thought about eating there. Figured it was a private club.

Just dropped in the other day for late lunch. Friday afternoon bingo session by the bar, other patrons eating in the dining area. You order by the front desk where you walk in, then go sit down. I had the Arizona burger with onion rings. Whoa! That is one tasty burger! Green chili's, bacon and a chipotle sauce. Cooked a perfect medium rare! The rings were perfect as well.

One of the ladies walked by and told us her Friday fish fry was excellent. Sure did look good.

Our two meals were good. Fresh. Served hot. Service was good as well. Not rushed either.... Nice place to come, relax, eat and visit.

Galindos restaurant. Yes it's open to the public. Think we may have to stop in more often!

Update: Stopped in last night for fish fry! Fish was excellent! Live music at 7pm. We enjoyed that as...