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Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit, Detroit, MI

Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

4.9
4.9
774 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Romantic
  • 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.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • 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
  • Phone number
    (313) 841-0122
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Giovanni's Ristorante offers a separate catering menu for all your party needs. From large corporate events to family gatherings, we can take care of it all.
  • Private party facilities
    Giovanni's Ristorante has three banquet rooms available for private dining events. Great for family gatherings, business dinners, rehearsal dinners, or any special dining need. Please call and inquire about our Godfather Room, Wine Room or the Famous Speakeasy, where Frank Sinatra loved to dine.
  • Neighbourhood
    Detroit
  • Parking details
    Giovanni's Ristorante has Valet and Self Parking available.
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 774 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Overall

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Food

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Best Value

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Romantic

  • Detroit / Eastern Michigan

    Italian

  • Detroit

    Best Overall

  • Detroit

    Best Food

  • Detroit

    Best Value

  • Detroit

    Romantic

  • Detroit

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Giovanni's Ristorante in Detroit is a beloved Italian dining destination, praised for its "fantastic food," "wonderful service," and cozy, authentic ambiance. Guests rave about the calamari and pasta dishes, highlighting the restaurant's "amazing food and great service." Perfect for special occasions or a memorable night out, Giovanni's consistently impresses.

774 Reviews
  1. Robert

    Detroit

    13 reviews

    4.0

    13 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have dined here many times. Last night we were celebrating a special birthday, however, we waited 15 minutes for someone, not a server, to come to our table and apologize for the lack of service. Then we waited another five or 10 minutes for a waitperson who had to come from another station. I don’t think she was happy about this They did offer a free appetizer, but the mood at the table was ruined. The food was delicious but the service was not the warm and welcoming experience I am used to. I will chalk it off to a bad night.

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  2. Thomas

    Detroit

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional neighborhood gem. While this restaurant is a bit out of the way in an industrial neighborhood, it is well worth the trip.

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  3. Larry

    Toledo

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Tried the beef tip/gnocchi appetizer, was really good. Had the salmon special, again very good.

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  4. brian

    Detroit

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on November 22, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Giovanni’s never fails to disappoint. One of Detroit’s finest.

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  5. Sam

    Detroit

    22 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    22 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been to Giovanni’s numerous times. We understand it was busy but it took way too long to get our salads and main course. Someone came by to apologize that it was taking so long but we were shocked she didn’t even offer to buy us drinks or dessert to make the experience better. Not saying we would have had dessert but she should have done something for us with the length of time it took.

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  6. Daniel

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It’s always very enjoyable and relaxing when dining at Giovanni’s. Never had a bad experience!

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  7. Barbara

    Detroit

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Giovanni’s is always a wonderful dining experience.

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  8. ronald

    Mexico City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10-10-10!! My god our Marsala was absolutely excellent. Great wine list, outstanding dishes and EXCELLENT SAUCE!!!! The mark of a great Italian restaurant

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  9. Connie

    Northern MI

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal as usual. Service was good. We never felt rushed. We would highly recommend.

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  10. Marcia

    Hawaii

    25 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on November 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and probably the best dinner you could ever want all homemade recipes this restaurant always gets a five star rating from me

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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 774 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 15 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Giovanni's Ristorante - Detroit

330 S Oakwood, Detroit, MI 48217-1453

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Detroit
  • 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
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Giovanni's Ristorante has Valet and Self Parking available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (313) 841-0122
  • Catering
    Giovanni's Ristorante offers a separate catering menu for all your party needs. From large corporate events to family gatherings, we can take care of it all.
  • Private party facilities
    Giovanni's Ristorante has three banquet rooms available for private dining events. Great for family gatherings, business dinners, rehearsal dinners, or any special dining need. Please call and inquire about our Godfather Room, Wine Room or the Famous Speakeasy, where Frank Sinatra loved to dine.
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