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Named after Chef Gio Osso’s first child, this trendy Gilbert eatery plays younger sibling to the chef’s award-winning Virt’ Honest Craft in Scottsdale. Its ‘West Coast inspired’ Italian dinner menu varies often, with selections ranging from Virt’ favorites (grilled octopus, asparagus with duck egg) to house-made pastas and Milanese breaded pork chops. Brunch is a must-try: Order a cr’pe with Gruy’re and Parma ham or satisfy little ones with a tomato and prosciutto cast iron skillet focaccia that’s a dead ringer for pepperoni pizza Hot Pockets.
