Crust Simply Italian Gilbert Menu – Gilbert, AZ

Type : Italian restaurant

Location : Gilbert, AZ

Based on 137 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.2 stars. Price $$

✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Curbside pickup ✔️ No-contact delivery

Crust Simply Italian Gilbert 85295

Address:
2470 S Recker Rd #101, Gilbert, AZ 85295

Phone: (480) 656-0085

Website:

Hours

Friday 11 AM–10 PM
Saturday 11 AM–10 PM
Sunday 11 AM–9 PM
Monday

(Labor Day)
 11 AM–9 PM

Hours might differ
Tuesday 11 AM–9 PM
Wednesday 11 AM–9 PM
Thursday 11 AM–9 PM

Menu

Crust Main Menu (3PD)
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp – 5 shrimp wrapped in applewood smoked bacon, served with a Tabasco Cream Sauce and served with grilled Focaccia		 $15.50
Bruschetta
BRUSCHETTA BOARD 4 selections to an order, each cut in half * HH is served as a TRIO *
All Bruschetta Served on grilled Focaccia Bread
Classic – Roma tomatoes, garlic confit (slow cooked, almost sweet), basil, extra virgin olive oil, sea salt
Artichoke – Black Olives, Kalamata Olives, Feta Cheese, roasted garlic puree, parsley, extra virgin olive oil
Wild Mushroom – Wild Mushrooms (Cremini, Oyster, White Button) Mascarpone Cheese, Truffle Oil
Mascarpone & Figs – local honey, sliced toasted almonds, balsamic figs cooked into a syrup
Mozzarella and Tomato – sliced Roma tomatoes, layered with fresh Mozzarella, sea salt, cracked black pepper, extra virgin olive oil, aged balsamic glaze, basil
Goat Cheese- Pickled Roasted Peppers and onions (pickling brine), pine nuts, sultana raisins (white n’ sweet)		 $13.00
Burratta
Burrata – is essentially a shell of fresh mozzarella wrapped around cheese curds and cream. Paired with prosciutto (Italian ham), marinated artichoke hearts, cherry tomatoes, arugula, and topped with extra virgin oil, cracked pepper and pine nuts		 $15.00
Fried Calamari
Fried Calamari – Tubes and Tentacles battered to order in seasoned flour and buttermilk. Served with house Fra Diavolo sauce and fresh lemon and pickled Fresno Chilis. We do not offer tubes only. Garnish with fresh parsley.		 $14.50
Garlic Knots
Garlic Knots – warm fresh pizza dough bread tied as a knot, tossed with fresh garlic, extra virgin olive oil, parmesan cheese, salt, pepper, and fresh parsley. 5 to an order served with marinara on the side.		 $7.00
Meat & Cheese Board
Meat & Cheese Board – 4 Meats: Prosciutto, Genoa salami, sopressata (spicy salami), pepperoni 3 Cheeses: fresh mozzarella (and tomato/ caprese style) aged Provolone, shaved Parmesan. Accompaniments: Fig Balsamic Jam, Olive and Artichoke Spread, Pepperoncini, roasted peppers (garlic, oil, parsley), arugula frawns. Grilled focaccia and Crostini		 $16.00
Meatball App
Meatballs – (4) Meatballs served in Marinara Sauce and shaved Parmesan, with grilled Focaccia Garlic Bread		 $12.50
Mozzarella En Carrozza
Mozzarella En Corrozza – Fresh mozzarella dusted with seasoned flour dipped in beaten eggs, encrusted with house made breadcrumbs. Garnished with fresh basil and Parmesan. 4 to an order served on a bed of Marinara Sauce.		 $10.00
Roasted Mussels
Roasted Mussels – 1 lb of PEI (Prince Edward Island) black mussels, sauteed with garlic, pancetta, Calabrese chilies, and oven roasted tomatoes (half of Roma tomato oven dried tossed with seasonings and fresh herbs) white wine, lemon juice, butter, tossed with Arugula and served with grilled focaccia, lemon wheel garnish		 $15.00
Spicy Garlic Knots
Spicy Garlic Knots – The same as the original with the addition of pepperoni and sausage tied into the pizza dough. We also toss with Calabrese chili oil and add diced chilies as a garnish. Served with Fra Diavolo Sauce 5 to an order.		 $10.00
Caesar
Caesar – Romaine served with homemade croutons (parmesan cheese, garlic, butter seasonings) and shaved parmesan cheese. Dressing has anchovies, garlic, eggs, parmesan, oil, vinegar, seasonings. Can be done as a half salad.		 $11.00
Caprese Salad
Caprese – Marinated tomatoes (8 pieces) served with fresh mozzarella (8 pieces) and basil. Garnished with olive oil, aged balsamic, sea salt and cracked black pepper		 $13.00
Goodness Greeness
Goodness Greeness – Organic field greens, Roasted Brussel sprouts (oil, salt and pepper), sweet potatoes (roasted plain), diced marinated grilled chicken, steamed broccolini, toasted sliced almonds and shaved parmesan tossed with balsamic vinaigrette.		 $15.00
Italian Chopped
Italian Chopped – Chopped salami, pepperoni and Provolone mixed in with romaine and organic field greens. Oven roasted tomatoes, artichoke hearts, pepperoncini, kalamata olives, balsamic vinaigrette		 $16.00
The Crust Salad
The Crust Salad –Organic field greens & Romaine dressed in an Italian Vinaigrette. Marinated tomatoes, (oregano and black pepper) cucumbers, black olives and shredded Mozzarella served in a house made bread bowl.		 $14.00
The Greek
The Greek – Romaine lettuce with oven dried tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, pickled red onions and feta cheese. Dressed with Italian Vinaigrette.		 $13.00
Warm Arugula
Warm Arugula -Wild Mushrooms (Oyster, Cremini, White) served warm with cannellini Beans (white kidney beans). Goat Cheese, focaccia croutons, white balsamic vinaigrette dressing tossed in Arugula		 $14.50
Sm Caesar
Caesar – Romaine served with homemade croutons (parmesan cheese, garlic, butter seasonings) and shaved parmesan cheese. Dressing has anchovies, garlic, eggs, parmesan, oil, vinegar, seasonings.		 $6.00
Sm Crust
Crust Side Salad –Organic field greens dressed in an Italian Vinaigrette. Marinated tomatoes, (oregano and black pepper) cucumbers and black olives.		 $6.00
Sm Greek
The Greek – Romaine lettuce with oven dried tomatoes, cucumbers, kalamata olives, pickled red onions and feta cheese. Dressed with Italian Vinaigrette.		 $7.50
Baked Eggplant Parmigiana
Baked Eggplant Parmesan – this is a layered dish (lasagna style) eggplant is breaded and both baked and lightly fried. Layered with aged Provolone cheese, Parmesan, marinara, shredded mozzarella and topped with fresh mozzarel Chicken Francese – (2) chicken breasts in a lemon, white wine, butter sauce with chicken stock, served with linguini. Chicken is coated in egg and seasoned flour and pan fried. Linguine is served in the Francese sauce. Garnished with parsley, lemon wheel. Knot bread.		 $18.50
Chicken Francese
Chicken Francese – (2) chicken breasts in a lemon, white wine, butter sauce with chicken stock, served with linguini. Chicken is coated in egg and seasoned flour and pan fried. Linguine is served in the Francese sauce. Garnished with parsley, lemon wheel. Knot bread.		 $22.00
Chicken Marsala
Chicken Marsala – (2) chicken breasts in a Marsala wine sauce with sauteed wild mushrooms and onions, served with linguini. Chicken is coated in seasoned flour and pan fried. Marsala wine is sweet, cooked with demi-glace finished w/ a pat of butter. Linguine is served in the Marsala sauce. Garnished with parsley. Dinner roll.		 $22.00
Chicken Parmesan
Chicken Parm – (2) Breaded chicken cutlets, pan fried topped with marinara and melted mozzarella. Served with linguine in marinara sauce on the side. Garnished with Parmesan and parsley. Knot bread on the pasta.		 $23.00
Grilled Chicken Paillard
Grilled Chicken Paillard – 2 breasts of grilled chicken, served with grilled vegetables ( red peppers, zucchini, squash, red onion) tossed in extra virgin oil, salt and pepper		 $19.50
Meat Lasagna
Lasagna – Layered sheets of pasta, with beef and pork, marinara, ricotta cheese and mozzarella, repeated 4 times… Garnished with Parmesan and parsley. Knot bread.		 $20.00
Pan Seared Salmon
Wild Salmon (Gluten Free) – pan seared Wild Salmon over spinach and arugula which have been sauteed in garlic, oil and seasoned with salt and pepper. White beans are added along with white wine, chicken stock, parmesan cheese, olive oil, and lemon.		 $24.00
Angel Hair Pesto W/ Shrimp
Angel hair Pesto w/ Shrimp – Pesto (Pine nuts, Parmesan, olive oil) 6 Shrimp over Angel Hair Pasta (thin spaghetti also called Capellini) cherry tomatoes, shaved Parmesan. Knot Bread.		 $23.00
Angel Hair Pomodoro
Angel Hair Pomodoro – cherry tomatoes, Garlic confit (cooked slow to make garlic sweet) extra virgin olive oil, fresh basil, touch of marinara sauce		 $17.00
Fettucine Alfredo
Fettuccine Alfredo – Parmesan, cream sauce (heavy cream, grated cheese, garlic) Grilled vegetables (yellow squash, zucchini, red bell peppers, red onions) Parsley, parmesan. Knot Bread.		 $18.00
Gluten Free Penne
Gluten Free Pasta – Penne served in marinara sauce (this is done in a separate cooking vessel)		 $12.00
Grandma’s Pasta
Grandma’s Pasta – Linguini with marinara sauce done with sausage (3 pieces) and meatballs (3) with a scoop of ricotta cheese added on top. The cheese is added cold. Think Grandma’s portion of food – Full dish of pasta with meat!!		 $22.00
Linguine White Clam Sauce
Linguine White Clam Sauce – in the shell little neck clams with the addition of chopped baby clams, lots of garlic, fresh parsley, clam juice, fresh lemon, extra virgin olive oil, tossed with linguine, butter, red pepper flake garnish/ dusting finished with seasoned breadcrumbs. Knot bread.		 $21.00
Penne Alla Scottsdale
Penne alla Scottsdale – Penne tossed with grilled chicken, cherry tomatoes, fresh spinach in a garlic and parmesan broth (garlic, oil, chicken stock, parmesan). Garnish with parmesan and parsley. Knot Bread.		 $20.00
Penne Alla Vodka
Penne alla Vodka – diced onions and pancetta (Italian Bacon) cooked down, Marinara sauce, a touch of cream, Parmesan, butter, thyme. Parmesan and parsley garnish. Knot Bread.		 $19.00
Spagheti & Meatballs
Spaghetti & Meatballs – (3) meatballs, marinara, shaved Parmesan, knot bread		 $19.50
Spicy Rigatoni Sausage
Spicy Rigatoni Sausage – Diced red bell peppers and onions coin cut pieces of sausage are sauteed in Calabrese chilli oil, then tossed in a pink cream sauce (marinara touch of cream) and the dish is finished with broccolini, diced chilis, shaved parmesan and fresh basil. Knot Bread.		 $20.50
Tortellini Alla Panna
Tortellini alla Panna – Cheese filled pasta pockets done in a cream sauce. Chopped prosciutto, diced onions with heavy cream and Parmesan cheese is reduced until thickened, then sliced mushrooms and peas are added.		 $20.00
20″ Grandma’s
East Coast Grandma’s – a layer of garlic and oil is topped with fresh mozzarella and covered with marinara sauce then extra parmesan cheese. Topped with extra virgin olive oil.		 $24.00
20″ Liberatoscioli
The Liberatoscioli (family name) – (LIB-Arato-Show- Lee) Marinara sauce, layered with aged Provolone cheese, spicy sopressata and Calabrese Chiles, topped with arugula and shaved parmesan.		 $29.00
20″ Long Island Special
Long Island Special – White. No pizza sauce, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, honey, cracked black pepper, sea salt		 $26.00
20″ New York
The New York – Classic cheese pizza. Pizza sauce (crushed tomatoes, parmesan, salt, pepper, sugar, oil) and shredded mozzarella (whole milk).		 $19.00
20″ Nicky’s Burratta $29.00
20″ Margherita $24.00
20″ Palermo $28.50
20″ The Supreme $29.00
20″ Uncle Louie $28.50
Rustica Grandma’s $12.00
Rustica Liberatoscioli $16.00
Rustica Long Island Special $14.00
Rustica Nicky’s Burratta $16.00
Rustica Margherita $13.50
Rustica Palermo $15.00
Rustica New York $12.00
Rustica The Supreme $16.00
Rustica Uncle Louie $15.00
Sicilian Big John – Half $19.00
Sicilian Big John – Whole $33.00
Sicilian Upside Down Pie – Half $15.00
Sicilian Upside Down Pie – Whole $28.50
GF Grandma’s
East Coast Grandma’s – a layer of garlic and oil is topped with fresh mozzarella and covered with marinara sauce then extra parmesan cheese. Topped with extra virgin olive oil.		 $17.00
GF Liberatoscioli
The Liberatoscioli (family name) – (LIB-Arato-Show- Lee) Marinara sauce, layered with aged Provolone cheese, spicy sopressata and Calabrese Chiles, topped with arugula and shaved parmesan.		 $19.50
GF Long Island Special
Long Island Special – White. No pizza sauce, ricotta, fresh mozzarella, honey, cracked black pepper, sea salt		 $17.50
GF New York
The New York – Classic cheese pizza. Pizza sauce (crushed tomatoes, parmesan, salt, pepper, sugar, oil) and shredded mozzarella (whole milk).		 $15.50
GF Nicky’s Burratta
Nicky’s Burrata – a layer of pesto, Burrata broken in pieces, shredded whole milk mozzarella, sliced sausage, caramelized onions, pickled Fresno chilis, chili oil		 $19.50
GF Margherita $17.00
GF Palermo $18.50
GF The Supreme $19.50
GF Uncle Louie $18.50
Cheese Calzone
Cheese Calzone – pizza dough filled with lots of ricotta and mozzarella		 $14.00
Meat Calzone
Meat Calzone – a cheese calzone with the addition of pepperoni, sausage, and meatballs		 $17.00
Stromboli
Stromboli – Sausage, green and red bell peppers, onions, ham, salami, sopressata, mozzarella		 $16.00
Veggie Calzone
Veggie Calzone – a cheese calzone with mixed bell peppers, onions, mushrooms, and spinach		 $16.00
Buttercake $11.00
Cannoli $2.25
Nutella Cheesecake $11.00
Tiramisu $11.00
Chocolate & Peanut Butter Cake $11.00
Iced Tea $3.50
Coke $3.50
Diet Coke $3.50
Sprite $3.50
Side Brocolini $4.00
Side Focacia Bread $3.00
Side French Fries $5.00
Side Grilled Chicken $5.50
Side Chick Cutlet $5.50
Side Grilled Shrimp $9.00
Side Saute Shrp $99.00
Side Meatballs $5.00
Side Pasta $8.00
Side Ranch $0.75
Side Salmon $10.00
Side Sauce $2.00
Side Sausage $5.00
Side Veggies $4.00
Chicken Tenders W/ Fries $11.00
Kid Penne Butter $11.00
Kid Penne Marinara $11.00
Kid Spagheti & Meatballs $11.00
Kid Slice Of Cheese Pizza $11.00
Summer Family Pack $40.00
Lunch Menu (3PD)
2 Slice Special $9.00
Slice + Salad Special $9.00
Blackened Salmon Bowl $15.00
Chicken Parm Sand $13.50
Meatball Parm $13.00
NY Deli Chicken Cutlet $12.50
Prosciutto Caprese $14.00
Skinny Pesto Chicken $13.00
NY Slice $4.00
Sicilian Slice $4.00

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Reviews

JCL, IV
The wife and I decided to check out Crust Simply Italian and truly liked the vibe. We stopped by for a late lunch, not many people when we arrived, but it began to pick up while we were there. The food was great, and the service was excellent. I had a Calamari plate that was not fried completely, and the manager, I believe her name was April. She made sure to replace it with a new fresh plate, which was super awesome! It’s definitely a spot we will visit again to try out other restaurants in the row, as well.

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Harry Whitby IV
Did not care for the pomegranate iced tea. It was much more than a hint of flavor. Also, if someone says no lemon, that is an important note to make since 99% of the industry uses there fingers to place the lemon on the rim of the glass.

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Marcus Caviness
I decided to give this place a try on a Saturday night, We were seated pretty quickly and waited for more than a normal time frame to be greeted by our server. Due to our heads looking around to see who will serve us we were greeted by Tracie. Apologies for the confusion. And promptly took drink orders, appetizers and main courses. Definitely attentive and took great care of us. While food was prepared we did notice other food under the warmer for a long time while employees talked and walked past the food. The manager was sitting at the bar on the computer and when finished approached the food and did not wash hands. Noticed line staff rubbing their nose and on cell phones. Tracie was efficient with making sure our food was brought to us as soon as it was ready. Pizza was a huge portion,very flavorful although soggy. Alfredo was decent however bland. Chicken Parmesan was awesome and Caesar salad was good especially the croutons. The guy making salads and dessert was clean and made sure to wear gloves and was very spot on. Overall this place is good and has lots of potential. My only little pet peeve about our service is that Tracie on two occasions reached over for drinks and food versus handing it to each person. The place is clean and has nice decor. Wasn’t busy around 8ish. The bar was cool and not busy as well.

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Jermaine
Friend introduced me to this restaurant since I was visiting from out of state so I wasn’t sure what to expect. The place looks clean and the atmosphere is what I would expect from a casual Italian restaurant. Decently lit with a big bar in the middle. I loved the look. Went on a Saturday night at 8pm and it wasn’t crowded. (Not surprising considering the shopping center looks on the newer side.)

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T Stoey
Really like this location in Cooley Station. Nice outdoor patio with a fireplace and misters. Inside has a cool vibe to it but is on the smaller side. During peak hours, can feel like you’re on top of other tables. Can get pretty loud inside too.

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Melissa Brown, Independent Scentsy Consultant
We absolutely love Crust. This was our second visit, and it will definitely be our goto for Italian food. The portions are big, the food was delicious and the service was excellent.

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EJ Gonzalez
Me and my family went on their 1st day. Me and my wife went here last Friday unfortunately, it was only for friends and family. So we went back the following day and we are not disappointed. The place is amazing not to mention the food. We tried calamari, 4 kinds of brushettas, lobster ravioli and a rustica uncle louie. Flavors are phemonal and spot on. It’s been a while I have enjoyed an Italian resto. They also have the traditonal spaghetti and meatballs and spicy garlic knots. But I want to try other foods that this place has to offer. Dalton who served us was very attentive and flat out funny guy. The general manager is awesome too, she gave time to talk to us and my family. I also noticed that she genuinely care for her team by asking “are you OK, need help”. In todays time being compassionate goes a long long way. I will definitely be back here. I’m still going to taste there Nutella cheese cake.

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Nancy S
I stopped by with family for happy hour. I ordered the Piñatini and my friend ordered the Spicy Sicilian Margarita ( our dd had the bottomless rootbeer). The food was delicious. We ordered the Margherita Pizza, the meatball sliders, and the Angel Hair Pesto with Shrimp. Good size portions and fair prices. Our server Chelsea was attentive and friendly. Most indoor tables are hightops but there were a few regular height tables which made it easily accessible for my father who uses a wheelchair. There is a nice outdoor patio. There is still a lot of construction in the area but parking was still plentiful.

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Jake Burggraff
This place is new and it’s doing great, perfect place to hang out with friends or take that special girl out. Price is higher but not too bad for Gilbert. Food taste like it is fresh and made by well trained chefs. I would seriously recommend the bacon wrapped shrimp. I had the Chicken Marsala for the main course. Chicken and pasta was cooked perfectly and the bread was fresh! Only issue was there was a lot of extra oil, which made the marsala sauce very thin. So it was like eating chicken and noodles with a hint of sauce. I finished the plate but if you really like chicken marsala you will disappoint on flavor. Still, it’s a solid environment and good food.

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Karen Nielsen
We had a delivery order from here tonight. The pastas were good. The pizza crust is a little too doughy for my liking. It felt more like a chain-delivery type crust. The linguine with white clam sauce could have used a little more sauce. It was a little dry. The penne alla vodka was good but didn’t really taste like an alla vodka type sauce. I loved the pancetta pieces. I would definitely eat it again. The spicy rigatoni sausage was really good. It had excellent heat to it. I have passed the location in Cooley Station so I will definitely go there to dine in sometime soon. Maybe I’ll try it for lunch.

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