Excellence at its best! You're pampered soon as you enter, from seating to food to dessert they treat you very well.
Can't wait to return
My husband and I went there Friday night and it was incredible. I truly felt like eating there was more than going out to dinner, it was an experience!! We found the groupon, wanted to do something different, and I am so happy we did!! We will definitely be back!! He had the President Reagan pasta and I had the fettuccine with proscuitto and both were delicious!! Portions weren't large by any means but totally appropriate, we both left full and happy. I would recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a special occasion dinner.
It was amazing! James was an amazing server and answered any questions we had! We are coming back soon!
Maybe one of the best dinners we have ever had! Everything was terrific!
I have lived in Italy, and Giovanni's is as authentic as you can get! After a long travel day of delayed travel, missing luggage, a hotel with a broken water pipe in our room, previous restaurant with missing reservations (check out my review on Charlie Gitto's FB page), a local man who lives on "The Hill" suggested we try Giovanni's. We were not dressed the part as my son had a cardinal shirt and gym shorts on (missing luggage), we were tired and just wanted some good Italian food. We walked in and were treated as if they had been expecting us. Every detail was exquisite, every staff we encountered was "on"! They were friendly, quick and even made us something not on the menu. Our waiter, Lewis, and the entire staff treated us as if we were family. I felt like I was back in Italy. When we walked in we had no idea what to expect. We left we knew exactly where we would return. Spend your money on great food and a great experience at Giovanni's!!
We have been here three times and every time is fantastic. My husband has had three different meals and loved each one. I have had two different meals and love them. We will go again.
I had the veal tortellini pasta special fantastic !!
Great food, great atmosphere and kid friendly.
The food was very nice, definitely upscale. Portions were also good, service was very attentive. This is an upscale place servers wearing tuxes and the prices match it. Atmosphere was also quite nice, it has served three presidents and catered Ronald Reagans inaugural dinner. Very cool!
Great service, fantastic food, pleasant atmosphere!
We stumbled upon this little Italian place where everyone from the valet to the wait staff were gracious and helpful. I couldn't decide on anything and the waiter helped me choose a great appetizer and entree! We meet the actual Giovanni and his wife and they were very kind. We'll definitely be back next time we visit St. Louis!
The atmosphere is absolutely amazing!!! The dining area reminds me of what it would be in little Italy. James was our waiter and made the entire party feel so welcomed. Will be here again!!! The halibut was phenomenal!!! Thank you so much for a great experience!!!
It is truly the most amazing Italian restaurant in St. Louis. Everything is so delicious and is incredibly fresh. It almost ruins any experience you have going anywhere else for Italian. That says a lot in a city filled with great Italian restaurants. It is a perfect destination for something special or just to treat you, a date, parents, whatever! Great for catering and banquets too!
We had excellent service and excellent food! I can't remember our appetizer name but it was little pockets of homemade cheese that were cooked to perfection. The caesar salad was great and the Involtini di Pollo alla Presidente Bush was plate-licking good. Yes, they are expensive but the quality of the food and the personal service you receive is well worth the price. If you can't afford to go often then this is the place you take someone special - can't go wrong! Enjoy!
Giovanni may have impeccable food, but he is a sadist of a human being. Some people may only care about the service and the food provided, but I am here to tell you that you shouldn't be wasting your money on an establishment that abuses their workers. After a visit to his restaurant, I was left appalled. After a lackluster dinner, I had the unpleasant experience of having to over hear him berate his waiters for things which were out of their control; i.e. age and body image. I do not suggest that anyone visit this establishment less they enjoy listening to an enraged man verbally abuse his employees.
Don't forget to try the new location, "Giovanni's Kitchen", 8831 Ladue Road, Saint Louis, MO 63124, everything is fantastic. [[Everything about this place is awesome! One of my favourite Saint Louis restaurants. Very authentic and genuine Italian cuisine. You won't be disappointed. Great location! "The Hill" KICK$ MAJOR A$$!!]]
I absolutely love this place. I have been a few times. It can be pricey so it's every once in a great while. Took my mom to celebrate her birthday. Couldn't ask for a better place. My mom is Italian and extemely picky and she actually thought it was good. They even brought out a desert to celebrate! Wonderful experience.
We are new to St.Louis and had dinner here last night.
It was excellent! Mr. Giovanni was so gracious with us.
The restaurant has that old world charm that you can't find anymore.The veal was mouth watering!! For the dessert we had the Zabligione! It was habit forming!
We will be back....
Giovanni's was delicious, from the atmosphere to the food, the preparation, & presentation of the meals was exquisite. & the waiters were impeccable! Just a great evening!
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