The food is fine. This review is more about the older lady who was sitting at the bar. I arrived to picked up my order and the waitress went into the back to get it. As I waited, an older woman in every day clothes started questioning me about where did I park (I did not drive there), how was I expecting to carry my order back with me (none of her business) and then she continued to chastise me because I used Seamless instead of calling the restaurant directly ("to save money"). At some point I had to ask if she worked there because it was not clear and either way, there was no need to question and criticize me. This made me VERY uncomfortable and I was only PICKING UP!! Thank goodness I didn't dine in. As I said, the food was fine, but this interaction took away from my pleasure in enjoying it. PS To the random woman sitting at the bar, In the future, please introduce yourself before giving a customer the 3rd degree with judgement. read more

Gianna's is my favorite Italian restaurant in the area. The chicken parm, veal parm, shrimp fra diavolo over linguini, etc are beyond delicious. Would highly recommend Gianna's read more

Gianna's - Chicken Parmigiana - Italian Near Me - Carlstadt, New Jersey

I was in the mood to try a new Italian restaurant and found this place via Yelp and google. Came here on a Wednesday night. Was greeted by host when entered and sat down. Started off with the smoked salmon and mozzarella which was good, the salmon had a Smokey taste to it. For my main, I got the chicken Parmigiana with a side of salad and ziti pasta. The whole meal was delicious with generous portions. Overall had a good dining experience. * Parking on premise * Good service * Credit card surcharge of 3% read more

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From the fresh bread and salad,to the chicken parm, meal was great!. Service was quick and amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]family style ambiance[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] . read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Great Italian food in an older style building that looks like a house from the outside.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The people were extremely friendly as we dropped by without a reservation and had 11 people. 10 showed up and the server didn't miss a beat. She was very attentive and had a great personality. Overall, great experience and, I'll be back there very soon. read more

Everything from the food, linguini à la Gianna, to the best lemon drop martini's, to just the right amount of attention and service from the waitress/waiters, makes this place a gem! read more

[[HIGHLIGHT]]Superb food, fancy service, and wonderful atmosphere![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] If you're in NJ Gianna's is a must try. We came after the Giants football game for a birthday dinner. The staff were super knowledgeable and accommodating. A chef's kiss to everything we tried from on menu from the soup to the salad to the salmon you can't go wrong with anything. It a tastes like it came from an Italian grandmother's kitchen..yum! I will definitely be back! #enjoygoodpeople read more

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Like your Italian Grandma became a Chef~! Best Pasta Fagioli soup I ever ate. Tasted like I make, but somehow....lighter. My spouse had clams on the half shell and enjoyed. Often, I'm "off" gluten; but here I was all in, even though they do offer GF pasta for extra $. We each decided to go with tried and true - chicken parm and veal parm. I was so full from the very generous and hearty portion of soup that I didn't have much room left for my meal. I ate a little less than half of my chicken parm and took the rest home. The tomato sauce is ... delicate ... with bits of tomato. Perfectly "spiced." The chicken was very tender; thin sliced but not too thin, 2 large pieces of breaded chicken, well sauced and cheesed. The veal, same, though I cannot speak to the tenderness of it, if it was the same as the chicken. My spouse, in addition to the clams, had salad (I did not), and ate the entire veal meal. We split pasta and veggies, and took most of that home with my chicken parm. Served with a small salad and bread with butter. Also the table is pre-set with a small carafe of oil, red pepper flakes, grated cheese, salt/pepper. We made a little plate of dipping oil for the bread. So good. Ample parking. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Bar and restaurant.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]We were early and it was not crowded, but we sat near a "regular customers" couple and had a little bit of a chat on the way out.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] They eat here often, and one said..."always, ALWAYS, I get the pasta fagioli, and wind up taking my meal home." I hear that!!! Can't speak to the alcoholic drinks cuz we generally don't, and didn't. Been living nearby for 4 years - glad we took a chance and tried it. read more

We were at American dream for the day and my kids wanted to eat Italian for dinner. We chose Gianna's because of the great reviews, we were not disappointed. It reminded me of an old Italian place from the 70's. We ordered several different pastas and all of them were delicious especially the Alfredo sauce. Our server was very nice and well informed on the menu. My eldest said it is now her favorite pasta place and she wants to go back. We live 2 hours away! read more

Conveniently located less than 2 miles from the Meadowland Sport Complex, this classic, family-owned establishment is just the kind of place one would want to find when visiting North Jersey. Our last visit was 4 years ago, and my partner, our friends and I made a return visit yesterday with friends at Gianna's, situated in Carlstadt. Reservations were easily made the day before via Open Table. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the staff and made our way to a table by the front window. The menu is classic Italian, with either single or family-style portions, and is made with all the attention to detail and quality of ingredients one would expect. We decided on Chicken Parmigiana, Filet of Basa Sole Scampi, Chicken with Fettuccine, Steamed Vegetables, and a side of Broccoli Rabe with Sausage. Complimentary bread started our dinner. Our meal came with a salad. The food was absolutely delicious, well seasoned, and the closest one will get to home-made Italian cooking. Some of us saved room for dessert, as most is made on site, and decided on bread pudding and giant cream puffs. The staff was very funny with a sense of humor. We never felt rushed, and the service was good. We had a great meal as our stomachs were satisfied, which we can continue to recommend. read more

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This was an average place. The pasta was cooked well, but the shrimp was over cooked and extremely tough to chew. I ended up not really eating any of them. The cannoli was great! In terms of table service, our waitress left a lot to be desired. She didn't come to our table unless we called her over. There was another waiter who was telling her to be more attentive but she started a whisper argument with him...right next to our table. It really dampened the mood. We left shortly after that incident happened. read more

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I ate here last week and it exceeded my expectations. We got veal and chicken parm both cuts of meat were tasty and tender, the pasta we got on the side was great too. I like that they can give you two different portion sizes too. read more

Gianna's is a very small, fancy, and expensive Italian restaurant. The staff is extremely amable and try to make you feel at home. It seems like they tend to get a lot of regulars and get to know you. The menu online greatly different from the restaurant menu. The restaurant serves both single and family sized meals. This place is for like a fancy family dinner. They also give you a small loaf of bread. We got the chicken parm with linguini francese and rigatoni with broccoli rabe and sausage. The chicken parm was very good. I liked the lemon sauce with it. The pieces were very big too. I thoroughly enjoyed the rigatoni plate, which had a very oily sauce though. I loved the broccoli rabe and sausage, which had lots of flavor. read more

Gianna's - Chicken Parm (Linguini Francese) - Italian Near Me - Carlstadt, New Jersey

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Food was amazing. We wanted to have some authentic Italian food while in NJ. It was well worth it and I'd go back if ever in the area.

We really enjoyed this place! The lasagna, ravioli and stuffed peppers were REALLY good! The stuffed peppers were really unique and I'm glad we tried it because we really liked it! I have to say, the only thing we didn't like were the meatballs. It just didn't have the right taste to them. Everything else was really good! Loved their wine and prices of wine! The service was great and fast and the inside of the restaurant has a really cute authentic Italian feel to it! I would most definitely come back here again and really enjoyed my meal! read more

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Great service - the waitress Bernice was super polite, funny, and helpful. The service was quick and she was super helpful! If you can, come here and find Bernice!!! read more

Always drive by here and never went inside until this day! What an amazing experience!! The food was delicious and it was so much that we had leftovers. They started off with warm bread and butter which was hard to stop eating. Then our meals came with salads and pasta (penne vodka was a bit extra). Overall had a great experience and enjoyed the food. Looking forward to going back! read more

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First time going on a Friday night. Had reservations. Food and service was excellent. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Dining room is small and tables were a bit close.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

this restaurant was suggested by a coworker who has eaten here many times. As my first time I was willing to try. You really can't go wrong with Italian. However, this wasn't just any Italian restaurant. Gianna's is authentic; like grandmas cooking. Wonderful service, atmosphere and meal. Highly Recommend. read more

Gianna's - front of restaurant - Italian Near Me - Carlstadt, New Jersey

My boyfriend and I were able to snag a last minute reservation for Valentine's Day. We started with a gin and tonic, espresso martini, clams casino and fried calamari. Appetizers were pretty good. My espresso martini was pretty subpar. I would recommend choosing a different cocktail. For the entrees, you can get either the single portion or family portion. We each got the single size. I had the fettuccini Alfredo and my boyfriend had the chicken parm with a side of penne and tomato sauce. Each came with a small side salad. The chicken parm was a huge portion and the sauce was good. The penne was simple but tasty. My fettuccini Alfredo had a very heavy cream taste and wasn't as cheesy as I would have liked it. Luckily there was a shaker of Parmesan on the table. The staff was friendly the portions are pretty large so you get your money's worth. We had a nice quiet dinner. read more

Staff was very pleasant and food was excellent!!! My granddaughter GIANNA was very happy celebrating her 16th birthday at ur restaurant. Thanks again Joanne!! read more

An absolute gem...owner Joann and staff are wonderful. Food is like being home in Nonna's kitchen and delicious every time. Def a keeper and going back again and again. read more

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My first time at GIANNA'S in Carlstadt for a holiday lunch and the food was excellent! Located in the Meadowlands by MET LIFE Stadium, GIANNA'S has a traditional Italian menu for lunch and dinner. They have a nice bar when you enter to the right and a large dining section to boot. They make a great hot antipasto as well as grilled chicken and some great Italian dishes like scarole and suasage. The bill was reasonable and the help is friendly. I would definitely go back and I recommend! The phone number is 201-460-7997 and the web address is www.giannas.biz Parking is ample. RECOMMEND! read more

We were coming from the American Dream and were looking for lunch. This old school Italian restaurant was a wonderful find. We split eggplant parm and an order of ravioli. Both were delicious as was the bread. Service was fast and friendly. Prices were reasonable. Everything a restaurant should be! read more

I work close by and a few of us have been coming here consistently for years. The service is always exactly what it should be - polite, friendly, prompt and precise. We have lunch here and the portions are ample enough to take home. Of the many entrees I've ordered over the years, my favorite is their chicken francese over angel hair. It's the perfect combination of lemon and white wine. One day I will have to bring my daughter to this place, since she is typically the recipient of my yummy leftovers. You absolutely have to save room for dessert and cappuccino. Paula's desserts never disappoint. We've yet to sample a bad one. I've been to a lot of Italian restaurants in my day. And honestly nothing tastes as good as my mom's cooking. But, this place comes pretty darn close. It's consistently good! read more

Great good in a nice relaxing restaurant. I've been here many time when in town on business. Always great food and wonderful service. Great value. read more

Amazing service and food everything was perfect. Felt like we were family. All food made to order home made.

Came here for dinner after visiting American Dream mall. Came in without reservations and were sat immediately (would recommend getting reservations as tables did fill up quickly.) Food came out timely, and the waiter was fantastic. Best veal saltimbocca I've had in a long time. Wife ordered raviolis and again they were delicious. Kids got buttered penne and chicken tenders and were quickly devoured. Chocolate truffle cake for dessert was outstanding. The restaurant was casual nice, Italian setting very comfortable. Absolutely recommend to anyone in the area. read more

Dont usually write reviews but needed to take a moment to appreciate the wonderful food they cook here! They set a cozy mood like youre entering a traditional italian home for a family dinner. Too bad I didnt take down the name of our waitress, who greeted us everytime with a warm smile. I loved how they decorated the windows with lights, makes a nice date spot. Husband and I started with fresh calamari with hot marinara sauce, goes well with the bread they give. Then we shared shrimp scampi and chicken parm. We left with clean plates! Food portions are big, and they have family style portions as well. read more

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Consistently good, nothing overly special Traditional Southern Italian menu Pasta always cooked Aldente Solid meal every time Deserts are with trying read more

Best place amazing food nicest customer service I would def recommend it amazing ........

The most amazing Family style Italian food in the area... If you live or work around here and you haven't been you are definitely missing out. Food is consistently excellent. Order anything you will not be disappointed. read more

Gianna's - Gianna's Special Poppy Sauce! Available weekends during football season! - Italian Near Me - Carlstadt, New Jersey

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We went there for lunch and it was absolutely amazing. The hubs wanted authentic Italian food, and being from out of town for so long I did not know where to go. The waiter was so helpful in suggesting things, i would definitely go there again. read more

We ordered the fettuccine Alfredo which was delicious. Family style is a whole pound of pasta!

We really enjoyed our first time to Gianna's. Very friendly ambiance and people. Our waiter Charlie was very nice and helpful. We had the family style linguine with white clam sauce and the portion was generous with plenty of fresh clams. Will definitely go again. read more

Food is good / service is friendly but could use a lil bump up Place is pretty clean read more

Best Chicken Parmesan I've ever had! Home made Italian dressing on the house salad was excellent. All the staff were very friendly and service was top notch. read more

We went after a sports event and had the penne vodka and chicken parmigiana and it was phenomenal. The service was excellent and the staff was very welcoming from the minute we walked in . Definitely will go back read more

We had a birthday party here in early March and will return for future parties. The food was excellent. Traditional Italian, all of which tasted authentic and delicious. Everyone at the party could not have been more pleased with their meal. The staff was incredibly polite, courteous, and helpful. They work hard here. One of the owners even came by and thanked us afterward. We talk about the food all the time and want to return once COVID is done and over with. Give them a shot! Great Italian in the heart of the Meadowlands! read more

Amazing The food melts in your mouth! A must stop! We have been there twice and it was amazing both times. read more