Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

4.9

823 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

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2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Great for fine wines

Giovanni’s Ristorante invites you to experience Italian cuisine in an atmosphere reminiscent of the old world charm where friends and family gather to enjoy more than just a meal. The homemade pastas, the prime cuts of meat, the fresh fish and farm grown vegetables are carefully prepared to preserve a distinctive flavor of the finest regions.

Specialty wines and spirits complement each course. Guests enjoy tableside conversation with Frances Cannarsa Truant, the “padrona” or perhaps a visit from Chef Randy Truant. The atmosphere is convivial, warm, and aromatic. The staff is seasoned, the service impeccable.

The Godfather Room is the ideal setting for a business meeting.
The Wine Room offers a touch of romance for that special evening.
The Main Dining Room is a perfect place to celebrate a birthday or an anniversary.
There’s a Speak Easy in the back for the ultimate private party.

Simply looking for a wonderful meal? Come for lunch or dinner.

Private dining

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Location
330 S Oakwood, Detroit, MI 48217-1453
Phone number
(313) 841-0122
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Giovanni's Ristorante has Valet and Self Parking available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Penne alla Vodka
- HalfUS$60.00
- FullUS$120.00
Strozzapreti alla Norcina
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Fettuccine di Manzo
- HalfUS$100.00
- FullUS$200.00
Tortellini Sundried Tomato Almond Pesto
- HalfUS$75.00
- FullUS$150.00
Manicotti
- HalfUS$65.00
- FullUS$130.00
Cannelloni di Carne
- HalfUS$75.00
- FullUS$150.00
Lasagna a Forno
- HalfUS$65.00
- FullUS$130.00

Giovanni's Lasagna To Go

Giovanni's Lasagna To Go
Frozen House Made Lasagna. For Any Special Event
- Small (2-4 People)US$25.00
- Large (6-8 People)US$55.00

Piatti della Casa

Pollo Piccata
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Pollo Marsala
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Pollo Carciofini
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Pollo Parmigiano
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Pollo Milanese
- HalfUS$70.00
- FullUS$140.00
Vitello Piccata
- HalfUS$90.00
- FullUS$180.00
Vitello Marsala
- HalfUS$90.00
- FullUS$180.00
Vitello Carciofini
- HalfUS$90.00
- FullUS$180.00
Vitello Parmigiano
- HalfUS$90.00
- FullUS$180.00
Braciole di Manzo
- HalfUS$100.00
- FullUS$200.00
Eggplant Parmesano
- HalfUS$50.00
- FullUS$100.00
Salmon Carciofini
- HalfUS$75.00
- FullUS$150.00

Dessert

Cannoli
- per pieceUS$8.00
Small Tiramisu
- Serves 6-8US$45.00
Large Tiramisu
- Serves 12-16US$90.00
Torta della Nonna
- Serves 1 2US$80.00
Chocolate Flourless Cake
- Serves 1-2US$80.00

Side Dishes

Garlic Bread
- HalfUS$5.00
- FullUS$10.00
Bruschetta
- HalfUS$10.00
- FullUS$20.00
Green Beans
- HalfUS$25.00
- FullUS$50.00
Broccolini
- HalfUS$30.00
- FullUS$60.00
Risotto
- HalfUS$60.00
- FullUS$120.00
Truffle Marble Potatoes
- HalfUS$40.00
- FullUS$80.00

What 823 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.8Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Best Food
Detroit / Eastern Michigan
Italian
Detroit
Best Overall
Detroit
Best Food
Detroit
Best Value
Detroit
Italian

Review summary

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Giovanni's Ristorante in Detroit is a "truly fantastic" Italian dining spot, cherished for its "homemade" dishes and exceptional service. The restaurant's "classic" and "authentic" atmosphere is complemented by a "great wine selection" and "attentive" staff. It's a "gem" worth the "drive," promising a "delicious" experience every visit.

823 Reviews

J
John
Northern MI
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great date night. Girlfriend was impressed and we plan on going back again!
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William
VIP
Cleveland
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 25, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We always love coming to Giovanni’s restaurant when we visit Detroit. The food is excellent and the service is top notch!
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Ali
Detroit
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely INCREDIBLE! I loved every single bite this was a truly fantastic Italian restaurant if not the best in all of Michigan hands down. Everything was 10/10 and I loved that everything is made in house! Staff is very attentive and very kind/patient. You will be happy you come here. I recommend making reservations and they get booked fast!
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Mohammad
Detroit
6 reviews
4.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
My colleagues and I have been looking forward to dining here for a quite some time. Unfortunately it was not what we expected. While the food was ok, the service was not. I think our server was new. We were seated immediately when we arrived for our 530 reservation. We sat over 10 minutes before our server came over to introduce her herself and ask for our drink orders. I ordered appetizers at the same time. We waited another 10 minutes until I had to ask for some bread to be brought over. And I had to do this with another server as ours seemed like she disappeared. Mind you the restaurant was not full and I. Our area I counted 4 open tables out of at least 10 in the dining room area we were in. After 15 more minutes the bread arrived and a couple minutes after that the appetizers. Once we were finished with appetizers, we sat yet another 10-15 before she came by to ask for our dinner orders. Dinner was served in good time but our server did not come by once to ask how anything was or if we needed anything. Not that we did but in a restaurant of this caliber, it was expected. Dinner for 4 took well over 2.5 hours. The food was brought out in good time after it was ordered but having to ask for the basics was not what I was expecting
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Daniel
Detroit
6 reviews
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on February 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always it was terrific! Everything was great! If you want a relaxing dinner and great food Giovanni’s is the place!
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Joe
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 20, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was superb! Everything is house made, from pasta down to the salad dressing and desserts. Service was excellent. Really old school restaurant in an industrial area that years ago was an Italian neighborhood. It's a testament to the quality of their food that they're still in business and thriving.
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Vicky
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great service - great food ! Highly recommend it - love the lasagna- best I have ever had !!
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Nathan
Detroit
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on February 14, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food and service are always great! Filet and Calamari were fantastic!
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Gail
Detroit
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was wonderful. Food was amazing and the service was top notch!
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Matt
VIP
Detroit
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on February 11, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic all the way around!! We were celebrating a birthday and they made it a very special evening!!
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FAQs

Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (313) 841-0122.

Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit is rated 4.9 stars by 823 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 8, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 18 times today

Google Map for Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

330 S Oakwood, Detroit, MI 48217-1453

Additional information

Phone number
(313) 841-0122
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Tue–Thu 3:00 pm–8:00 pm Fri 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Giovanni's Ristorante has Valet and Self Parking available.
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

Make a reservation

Private dining

Additional information

Antipasti

Arancini

Shrimp Giovanni

Tenderloin Tips

Eggplant Rollatini

Peperoni e Salsiccia

Portabella Mushroom

Insalata

House Salad

Caesar Salad

Giovanni's Chopped Salad

Caprese

Pasta

Pasta

Pasta Speciale

Penne alla Vodka

Strozzapreti alla Norcina

Fettuccine di Manzo

Tortellini Sundried Tomato Almond Pesto

Manicotti

Cannelloni di Carne

Lasagna a Forno

Giovanni's Lasagna To Go

Giovanni's Lasagna To Go

Piatti della Casa

Pollo Piccata

Pollo Marsala

Pollo Carciofini

Pollo Parmigiano

Pollo Milanese

Vitello Piccata

Vitello Marsala

Vitello Carciofini

Vitello Parmigiano

Braciole di Manzo

Eggplant Parmesano

Salmon Carciofini

Dessert

Cannoli

Small Tiramisu

Large Tiramisu

Torta della Nonna

Chocolate Flourless Cake

Side Dishes

Garlic Bread

Bruschetta

Green Beans

Broccolini

Risotto

Truffle Marble Potatoes

Overall ratings and reviews

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Review summary

FAQs

Does Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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Is Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit currently accepting reservations?

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