Laid-back eatery serving pizza & simple Italian entrees such as fettuccine alfredo & veal marsala. Based on 942 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.5 stars. Price $
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
4050 N Bend Rd, Cincinnati, OH 45211
Phone: (513) 389-9777
Website: https://www.facebook.com/Giovannis-Family-Italian-Restaurant-103261824546581/
Hours
| Thursday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Friday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Saturday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–9 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
|
Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
julee schweitzer
Arta was great server & friendly & very attentive. (She was Gios daughter).) Loved our experience there, very friendly environment & spoke 2 the owner. Gio came 2 our table & chatted about the business/ food history & loved his passion 4 good food & recipes. hugged my husband & friends husband on the way out even! All the food was all amazing, desserts, house + oil & vinegar dressing w/ salad & entrees! tiramisu & canolis r a must have! Will definitely return thanks guys 4 a great night!
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Albert Danielson
Fun little Italian diner. Very basic, open seating areas with a family atmosphere. Food was solid. The free salad is just a tiny bowl of lettuce. The cheese bread was pretty meh, don’t really recommend. Chicken Parm was good, but mostly breading and not much chicken, although you do get two strips. The garlic knots were dry, but absolutely heavenly with the red sauce of the chicken parm. Tv was up playing sports. No free wifi. Service was quick and friendly, although it can get rather busy. Recommend for a quick and solid Italian food.
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Tamara Green
The best Italian I’ve had in Cincinnati! I had the pasta combo with lasagna, manicotti, and a stuffed shell. OMG – it was DELICIOUS!! Entrees also include a side salad and garlic knots.
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Eric Woltz
Drove 2 hours to surprise our son for his birthday. Probably the best Italian food I’ve eaten!!! The garlic rolls are amazing!
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Kelley Persons
Phenomenal! Great service and the food was delicious!
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Gregory Magness
If you know you know and if you want the best Italian food you’ve ever tasted, you’ll dine at Giovanni’s. The place is an absolute gem! They are closed for two months each summer (end of June – end of August) so the owner can go back home to Italy. Probably why other reviewers thought the place was closed. Simply put: the food here is a 10/10. Everything is handmade to order and are old world, authentic recipes clearly passed down. The menu has something for everyone and the service was exceptional. Be prepared to wait for 45 minutes or more if they are really crowded since everything is made to order. This was our first time dining here and I watched the owner visit each table to ensure guests were happy and enjoying their meal in between seating guests, cleaning tables, etc. Portions are huge so you might want to consider sharing certain entrees. They also have wine available and homemade cannolis and tiramisu (we boxed up our food to save room for dessert.) TRUST ME, you have to try this fabulous, family room business. You won’t be disappointed!
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Calen Emig
This was my first time dining at this establishment and I am absolutely in love! The portions are worth the price and are genuine. Everything was flavorful and had a homey feel to them. The staff was brilliant and extremely attentive. If you want delicious Italian food, this is the place to go.
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Elizabeth Meyer
Waited over an hour for food. Ordered veal piccata…the veal was so over cooked it was like jerky and the “sauce” was so watered down it was like soup. Absolutely zero flavor for nearly $26 per entree that’s ridiculous. The only thing I could taste was the distinct taste of canned mushrooms. Disgusting and overpriced. This is a warning to anyone considering this place.
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Henry “John” Williams
Food was excellent! Service was very lackluster and disappointing. We will definitely try it again but maybe carry out.
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Martin Contreras III
Amazing, amazing, amazing food. There was a bit of a wait for the food, but believe me it was worth every minute. You can tell the food is made fresh, and with love. We will definitely be back, and I highly recommend the lasagna.
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