Dolce Italia is a sunlit Italian restaurant in Phoenix. It is covered with silk‑flower columns, a bright‑pink phone booth begging for your next Instagram story, along with TWO chocolate fountains ready to drizzle on your evening strawberries! In May 2025, the Pellumbi family opened Dolce Italia by MEKK in Washington Square offering a cozy, European-style spot made for enjoying life’s little luxuries.
Start your morning with an impeccably pulled espresso, lingering over avocado toast or flaky croissants End the night with a slice of freshly made pizza and one of their specialty desserts. Dolce Italia promises a blend of elegance and ease that’s rare to find in this city .
This is more than just a restaurant. It’s an experience. It has the perfect spot for Saturday brunch with friends, a perfect workspace to catch up on extra work, or low‑key date nights under twinkling outdoor lights. Discover your new favorite downtown indulgence as you see the menu must-tries and why Dolce Italia is already turning several heads at our local scene.
The MEKK
The name “MEKK” isn’t just a brand, but rather a heartfelt tribute. It combines the first letters of the Albanian‑born Pellumbi family: Meti, Elivra, and their two children’s names. Launched in May 2025, this family‑run café is the Pellumbis’ love letter to the European cafés run across Albania, Italy, and France.
A Café, Bakery, Pizzeria & Fusion Bistro All in One
A Taste of the Menu:
- Espressos, cappuccinos, and signature pistachio latte
- Indulgent pastries: buttery croissants, brioche, danish delights
- Breakfast & brunch standards: avocado toast, bagels, French toast
- Savory mains: freshly baked pizza, focaccia, sandwiches, and homemade pasta/ravioli
- Desserts: signature tiramisù (pistachio, classic coffee, strawberry, limoncello) and the famous rose‑water‑rice pudding fresh off the rose mills of Permet.
Hours:
Monday-Wednesday: 8 am – 9 pm
Thursdays and Sundays: 8 am – 10 pm
Friday–Saturday: 8 am – 2 am
Your Next Go-To Spot
So why only hear about it when you can experience it? Make your next weekend unforgettable at Dolce Italia, the Phoenix restaurant where charm meets flavor. . Bring your inner circle an appetite to the heart of Downtown Phoenix, and step into Dolce Italia by MEKK. Your new downtown haven awaits. Whether you’re a local foodie or simply love discovering charming new spots, Dolce Italia delivers on both style and substance. With its heartfelt family story, beautifully designed space, and taste-worthy menu, it’s a place you’ll want to return to again and again.
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