Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

4.9

829 Reviews

$31 to $50

Italian

Make a reservation

2 people

Mar 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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.

Additional information

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 829 people are saying

Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.7Service
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

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Giovanni's Ristorante in Detroit consistently delivers "amazing food" and "impeccable service," making it a top choice for Italian cuisine enthusiasts. Many rave about the "best lasagna" and "homemade pasta," while the ambiance offers a cozy, "old-school" charm. Despite occasional service delays, diners frequently return for the unforgettable dining experience.

829 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent service, drinks, food, and desserts to die for.
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Nancy VIP
Detroit1 review
4.0
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Minestrone soup was way too salty. Some of our dinners were not very hot. A little disappointing for such a good restaurant!
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bill VIP
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Great experience, out of the way but worth the drive!
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OpenTable Diner
Nashville8 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food! The service was wonderful we will be back with the rest of the family!
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OpenTable Diner
Detroit2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 8, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I always love going to Giovanni’s. The food and service are divine!
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DonaldG
Detroit2 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 7, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
Waitress was obviously new. Didn’t know the menu. We ordered desert and after a wait she showed up with the bill instead of desert. Overpriced for the quality of the food. First and probably last visit. Disappointed after all the hype.
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John
Northern MI2 reviews
5.0
Dined on March 1, 2025
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
Cleveland15 reviews
5.0
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
Detroit5 reviews
5.0
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
Detroit6 reviews
4.0
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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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 829 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 18, 2025

7:00 p.m.

Booked 16 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

About this restaurant

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

Loved For

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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