Gianni & Mac's delivered one of the best dining experiences we've had in all of metro ATL. The reservation process for our special anniversary dinner was smooth and organized, which set the tone before we even walked across Marietta square to find this beautiful spot.  The ambiance deserves a mention with warm lighting, and comfortable charm (can't forget to mention the plush moss colored velvet). Lively but not loud, it's the kind of atmosphere that feels elegant without trying too hard. And the food was absolutely exceptional. Fresh pasta, rich sauces, perfectly balanced flavors, and thoughtful attention to detail.  Our sever, Sean, was friendly and attentive without hovering. His timing was flawless and the entire evening felt effortless from start to finish. Marietta has some solid dining spots, but this one stands out. We'll absolutely be back. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Meatball Appetizers - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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They bill themselves as authentic Italian dining. The first clue that this was just Olive Garden with lipstick, is the bread and olive oil. (And Balsamic vinegar, and spices.) That is a uniquely American invention unheard of in Italy. Bread goes with the meal and if the olive oil is good, you just drizzle a little on the bread. You certainly don't mix it with Balsamic vinegar. The pasta dishes are large enough to feed an entire table as a first course, which is Italian, not as an entire meal. (American tradition) When you offer Sausage, chicken, shrimp etc. on your on your caccio e Peppe that's American not Italian. For heaven's sake, it's called Cacio e Peppe for a reason. Also, they proudly use Gran Padano, from Northern Italy, instead of the correct Pecorino Romano from Southern Italy. It's supposed to be a simple Roman Dish! They make it a cheese wheel, so if you are looking for an American/Italian/Benihana experience, this is for you. There was waaaaaay too much raw garlic in the Penne alla Vodka (American, NOT Italian). I don't mean minced or finely chopped. There were chunks of it. And if they used heavy cream in the sauce we couldn't find it. The affogato was ok, but it's supposed to be made with a shot of espresso, not regular American Coffee. It just melts the ice cream making a dessert soup. The food is no better than what you would expect at one of the "Italian Restaurant" Chains and if that's what you expect in a nicer atmosphere you're sure to be pleased. The Service was pretty good. The ambiance is nice. But please, don't bill yourself as Authentic Italian when you are most certainly not. read more

Sad! Food was great but service was terrible. Ck on your customers bring more wine,ask how the food is, bring the Parmesan, pepper. Clear the table reaching over glasses and searching for staff to serve you isn't 5 star or even 3 star! Why doesn't the staff work as a team!?? No one made eye contact and no managemt ever came by to see how they were doing? 6:30 and just left at 9:30! read more

Gianni's & Mac's ended up being one of those accidental great nights, the kind where you stop in for a drink and suddenly realize you've stayed for dinner. We went on a Wednesday afternoon after work, planning to keep it casual. The vibe was relaxed right away, and our waiter was friendly and patient, which set the tone for the whole experience. We started with drinks, an Old Fashioned and a Frosty the Nightcap. The Frosty was fun to try, but the Old Fashioned definitely stole the show, so we went back for another round of those. Food-wise, we ordered the mussels, which came in a generous portion and were flavorful and satisfying, and the bolognese, which was hearty and comforting, exactly what you want when a quick drink turns into dinner. One of the highlights was the atmosphere. The back room had really cute Christmas decor, giving it a cozy, festive feel that made us want to linger. The front area near the bar is more laid-back and chill, but still a great spot to hang out, grab a drink, and unwind after work. Overall, solid drinks, good food, friendly service, and a vibe that works whether you're popping in for cocktails or settling in for a full meal. read more

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Gianni & Mac's Ristorante has been on my list for a while now. We decided to try it for a late lunch on a Sunday. Italian is not usually my first choice when we go out. #1 most Italian is so Americanized these days so it's nothing special. #2 I just don't eat a lot of carbs these days. THIS Italian restaurant may have swayed me to reconsider. When you walk in, the place is stunning. Even during the day. Right off the bustling square of downtown Marietta Gianni & Mac's is both stylish and relaxed. The place is beautifully laid out with plenty of areas for large parties. It has a really nice bar area, and when you walk in, you see to your left the area where I believe they make their charcuterie boards. Seems to be something they are known for. Our waiter, Santiago greeted us very warmly and we immediately felt at home with him. He was an excellent server. We let him know that we had never been there and he showed us a few recommendations that all sounded amazing! Since we came for a late lunch, he suggested we try ordering a small charcuterie board which came with 2 cheese options and two meat options with pickled cherry peppers and amazing green olives with grilled bread. For the cheese We tried the buffalo mozzarella and the Toma which was very similar to a sharper and slightly firmer Brie. For the meat we had Speck and a salami. Our favorite combo was the Speck with Toma, with a little fig preserves. These were all Santiago's recommendations and he was spot on! For our entree we split the Pappardelle Pasta with Bolognese. This was a lot of food and they were kind enough to split the dish into 2 bowls for us which was an awesome touch that we weren't expecting. Our whole dining experience created a desire for us to come back. This will be high on my list of Italian restaurants and I won't hesitate to recommend to anyone. The bar looked amazing and I saw some pretty tasty drinks going out. We didn't have dessert. Next time! There will be a next time. Can't wait to come back. read more

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I really like the atmosphere of this restaurant. I do think that the Italian food is marketed as fresh and authentic. Though it is marketed as such, I do feel as if some of the food lacked a little bit of flavor. Overall, it wasn't bad and I will revisit this place to try a different dish. However, I do believe my pasta could've taken more flavor. I loved the fresh Parmesan and my soup was super tasty This is located in downtown of Marietta so it is conveniently in an area with other shops and restaurants. There is very limited parking in front of the restaurant, but there is public parking across the street that does cost. I received a great service from our server and the manager was also very kind! again, I definitely think it is worth a revisit, despite any lack of flavor in some of the food. read more

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This was a great experienced with the team yesterday for our holiday brunch. It's perfect for large parties. They have full bar. Parking can be a challenge in downtown Marietta. We had an assortment of appetizers, and the calamari is my favorite. Get the Black Diamond Bolognese. It is so substantive-you're going to have enough for another meal. My only recommendation would be that the dish needs a bit more seasoning. Otherwise, the experience was great. The servers were nicely attentive, kind, and accommodating. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Black Diamond Bolognese with Sausage - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

This Italian restaurant is absolutely elegant inside the atmosphere alone makes you feel like you're somewhere special. The staff were incredibly sweet, attentive, and made the whole dining experience relaxing and enjoyable. The pasta dishes were the highlight. Each sauce had its own unique flavor, and every one I tried was amazing. The cheese wheel experience was my favorite part , watching them prepare the pasta right in front of you added such a fun and authentic touch read more

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A group of us girls went out last Friday night. The place is pretty and I love the little outdoor area for the kids to play. We had the cutest waiter. His name was Archer. He was very attentive and personable. The food was great. It's not the best I've ever had in my life, but I will definitely go back. The only issue (if you would even call it an issue) is I wish they would break checks up as opposed to only breaking it into two. Other than that, it was great and we would go back. read more

Delicious food the beautiful atmosphere. The service was also great. My husband enjoyed his ravioli in my charcuterie was tasty. read more

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Sooo good- always so cozy and delicious, great portions and friendly staff! The best work lunch spot. The inside is so chic and beautiful. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Truffle pasta with chicken instead of sausage - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Service was good and that's abouttttt it in my opinion. The food was mediocre and for the price point didn't leave any impression aside from wanting more. The inside was very overcrowded and it can only be fixed by more space between tables. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Charcuterie board - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

The service was great and their mussel appetizer is a huge portion & was very good in the garlic wine sauce. The Brussels were not good honestly, too soft. Their espresso martini flight was yummy with 3 different flavors, original, caramel & tiramisu. Great charcuterie board portion too we got the small. read more

Gianni & Mac's gets high marks for presentation. Each drink was crafted well and served in fun decorative drink ware. The Cacio E Pepe was served table side in a cheese wheel but presentation and ambiance is where the high marks end. While the cacio e pepe preparation was cool, the taste was not. There was absolutely no flavor. It was the blandest thing I've ever had. I don't think there was a spec of salt or any other seasoning. On the bright side, the arancini was good. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Partridge in a Pear Tree cocktail - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Very nice, upscale pasta place. Super delicious but a little pricey, especially for the wine! The flavor is definitely there though! Huge portions that you can easily split with someone. Parking in Marietta Square is always a pain but I would love to check this place out again! Super delicious pasta! read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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I really enjoyed my experience in Gianni & Mac's' Holiday Opry Ski Pop-Up. The reservations were hard to get and I can definitely see why. I will say that they seemed to overbook a little, as the seating did take a little bit and we didn't have a server for a while. However, once the drinks came out everything else was amazing. I had the Salmon and it was absolutely amazing. It was glazed so well and paired with delicious potatoes and spinach. The meatball appetizer was also delicious--they are humongous! The portions are all humongous! The decorations for the pop-up were so festive and really created such a cheerful ambiance. I definitely want to come back and try even more of their menu! read more

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Gianni and Mac's on Marietta Square -- Chef Gianni brings the heart of Florence, Italy to Georgia with fresh, imported ingredients and soulful Italian flavors. Absolutely unforgettable. Service is Friendly, attentive, and praise-worthy. Ambiance offers Elegant interior, roomy patio, lively but not overpowering acoustics. I like that I can hear the person speaking to me from across the table. It's a great spot for celebrations. We were there celebrating my grandson's Pre-K graduation and we all loved it and would return! Order anything with truffles! They import from Florence Italy!!! read more

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I've been here for several occasions both for lunch and dinner and I gotta say, I just don't think they're hitting the mark. The restaurant is decorated beautifully. I will give them that. However, it is because of the inconsistent service and underwhelming, inconsistent food that I feel compelled to share. For those who aren't familiar, Gianni & Mac's is a sister restaurant to Mac's Chophouse on the corner, which replaced the crumbling Shillings on the Square in 2020. I have specific feelings about Mac's, but I'll reserve those for another review. Reviews from friends have been that the dishes are either bland or way over salted, but never balanced. I'm inclined to agree, but I want to expand. Currently, they're trying out a kitschy menu theme as if you're ordering from a ski resort menu and it just feels forced and disengaging. Husband recently ordered the ham, kale and bean soup, to which he now calls the "hot ham water" soup because there was no kale, and it was a mushy, cloudy bowl of lukewarm broth with buoys of ham. I don't even remember what pasta I ordered at my most recent visit because it was that forgettable. Kid had spaghetti and meatball. She barely touched it. Service has always been apathetic. I've popped by the bar for to go drinks on a few afternoon occasions and not only are the bartenders cold, but their pricing is inconsistent for an Aperol spritz or gin + tonic. All in all, this place feels like it is trying too hard to be something it isn't. read more

We had a great time at this place. Our server, Jessica, was extraordinary. She was nice, knowledgeable of the food and gave her suggestions, was friendly and always checked up on us. The food was delicious. We would go back and try other dishes on the menu. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Penne Vodka and Chicken Marsala - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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My daughter and I had lunch at Gianni & Mac's and it was fantastic! The interior is gorgeous. Elegant yet welcoming. Service was top notch from start to finish. We truly enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, the service.....the whole experience! We started with the Spritz Flight. So fun! And tasty. Florence Estate, Hugo and of course Aperol Spritz served in stemless champagne flutes on a tray. We shared the ARANCINI DI RISO for a starter. They were served piping hot and the sauce that accompanied them was really outstanding. Light and creamy and not too acidic. Such a good sauce. For our meals: Penne vodka and Cacio e Pepe. Both were delightful. We will be back! So many other menu items we want to try. read more

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Oh boy. I don't know if I just hyped this place up in my head or what, but I just wasn't impressed with the food. The atmosphere is lively and great. We were able to snag two seats at the bar which was pure luck given that it was a Friday night. We ordered the Cacio e Pepe and Bolognese. Of course the table side cheese wheel presentation of the cacio e Pepe was fantastic, but it was lacking flavor somehow. Same with the Bolognese. It was very underwhelming. Will probably return and hopefully next time the food will be better! read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Black Diamond Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

My family and I have been to this rest at least 12 times in the last year. Every time we go the protocol around being seated is different. Sometimes seating at the bar is open to anyone that walks in. Other times, it is for reservation only. Recently we went and the hostess said it was a 2 hour wait. I walked outside , got on Open Table and got a reserve for 15 minutes from the current time. Walked back in and showed my Open Table reservation and was immediately seated. The food is good but the children that they have running the hostess stand have no clue how to fill a restaurant with patrons. We are done giving this restaurant our business. read more

As much as I love Gianni and Mac's, I do have to sober up and knock it down a star for the way their pasta is prepared. If pasta were perhaps an unimportant menu item and this weren't an Italian spot, perhaps it could survive with 5 stars for me, but I gotta stop feeling like my pasta is a large mushy clump. read more

Had my anniversary dinner here, and it was also my first time dining. The setting is very intimate. The staff is also polite and attentive. I ordered the cacio e pepe because I'd been wanting to try it for months. They prepare it table side and my chef answered all my curiosities about the process and everything that goes into it. It was delicious! For dessert I had the spumoni! They import their spumoni from Florence, Italy and it's coated in a dark chocolate shell! Best I've ever had! read more

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We have been on 2 occasions. We had some very good dishes. We really enjoyed the eggplant appetizer! We found the mussels and chicken parm to be generous portions. We were very underwhelmed with the Cacio Pepe in the cheese wheel. There was an issue with the bedside stovetop, but even despite the temperature, we found the pasta did not have much flavor. We saw some people order the meatball that looked very good. We loved the atmosphere and enjoyed sitting at the bar. We will give it another try as the staff provided wonderful service and we always enjoy eating on the square. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Eggplant appetizer - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Recently celebrated an Anniversary here with the wife. We took our young kids and the place was booming! A special touch was they even created a hand written "Happy Anniversary" card on our table. It was a very nice touch. Food: portions are plenty and we recommend the lobster ravioli along with the chicken parm. Beware and share the chicken parm. It's a lot of food and well worth the price. Atmosphere: Staff is great, decor is super rad and for all ages. Exactly what you want in a local Italian place. Packed Bar, open concept kitchen with fire and pizza oven going, tons of people talking and having a great time and to top it off some solid drinks from the bar. They have kids menu as well. I know this is a big deal for some folks. Also hidden gem is they have a green space behind restaurant and super cool patio. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Lobster Ravioli Dirty Martini Baby Bottle full of Milk. - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

I had a really nice meal here when I visited friends in Marietta! We had a 9:30 pm reservation which was apparently the only available option so I was excited to see what the hype was about! The cocktails were great, I got an espresso martini which had good flavor and was strong. I also ordered the Cacio e Pepe which was presented to me in the cheese wheel table-side while my husband got the margarita pizza. Both were larger portions than I expected and very tasty! The ambiance and decor were on point as well. read more

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The atmosphere had a nice vibe with a cool decor. I really liked my margarita pizza. It was filling but just the right amount of food. The staff was friendly and accommodating even though we showed up close to when they closed up the kitchen for the night. read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Margarita pizza - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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I love dining at Marietta square! My hubby and I have been on an Italian food kick and decided to give Gianni's a try! The Resturant is moody and beautifully decorated. Our waitress was attentive and on point with our needs.. However, the food was a bit disappointing. The Caesar salad was dry and the poached eggs were boiled to a crisp! Our pasta dishes were simply NOT good! Not horrible, but definitely not good. They lacked flavor. My husband's pasta was overcooked. We may come back to try out their pizza! Our cocktails were great. read more

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Adorable restaurant. Service was great and the food was amazing. We will visit again. Fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection. The cocktail was read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Amalfi very nice! - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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I went here yesterday for an anniversary and I had a good experience. They make it very special by giving a card that says happy anniversary. I am a vegetarian and I ordered the Caprese salad and the server said the eggplant was really delicious so I ordered that as well. Both were really good! The burrata was absolutely delightful. my fiancé got a pizza and really enjoyed it. I think we would be back for special occasions. The service was really great and several people came to check on us throughout, we also got a complementary gelato for our anniversary and it was so creamy and tasty. read more

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I'd been wanting to try Gianni and Mac's Ristorante ever since I saw posts about it on social media, so I went in with high expectations -- maybe that's why I left a bit disappointed. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a fancy and elegant atmosphere, and it's conveniently located at Marietta Square. Our server was very friendly and attentive, but there was a mix-up with my order and it took forever. I asked for the Taglierini Cacio e Pepe with chicken, but it arrived without it, and by the time the chicken was brought out, I had already finished my pasta. The pasta itself was okay, but a bit bland. My partner ordered the tagliarini or Risotto Allo Scoglio and didn't enjoy it much either. On the bright side, the drinks were excellent! read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Taglierini Cacio e Pepe (served tableside in cheese wheel) - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Love the place and have been several times...really good food and solid service, but the last time we went (a party of six paying by couple), they charged *more* for paying by card than for cash. Uhh, what? Isn't everybody moving more towards a cashless payment system and y'all are going backwards? Seems kinda suspect. read more

Was in town visiting in laws and we came here for dinner because it was supposedly a good Italian restaurant. Coming from the Northeast I'm often skeptical Unfortunately this spot missed the mark on many food items. The octopus appetizer was probably the best part. The pasta had too much sauce, was overcooked and was just not flavorful... the rice was so soggy and not that good either. Pizza was average. Not impressed and would not return. read more

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I've been wanting to try this place ever since I saw a new Italian restaurant was opening on the Marietta Square. It looks like a nice high quality Italian place from the decor. It isn't! The bread was decent, not great, not terrible. The bolognese. (Which was highly recommended) was probably the worst Bolognese I've had. The sauce tasted like bland tomato soup with very little traces of meat and the little meat tasted was not seasoned. The pasta was cooked uneven. Some of it was al dente. Some of it was completely soft not to mention the noodles were not made in the house. The Caesar salad was terrible Pepperidge farm style croutons not very fresh romaine and a Caesar dressing that could maybe rival something in Publix deli. I will not be returning to say the least. read more

Gianni & Mac's is a fancy Italian restaurant located in the heart of Marietta Square. The restaurant is stunning in the inside and next to the bar area was a whole collection of cheeses that looked amazing! Very very beautiful place! My friends and I ordered the Cacio E Pepe and Ravioli Alla Sorrentina. The Cacio E Pepe was delicious, cheesy and filling. The Ravioli had 4 pieces and was equally tasty, I wish it came with a few more pieces. Our servers were amazing and we got to witness the cheese bowl pasta (Cacio E Pepe - Dinner) at a table near us which was so cool! read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

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Horrid rude hostess, who would not seat (party of 6) us because we didn't have a reservation at 5:00 and no one was in restaurant . Two people at bar. Manager was also rude, did not even attempt to give a crap about making the $500.00 we spent across the street. This isn't Paris, Atlanta, or New York, you bougie people. I'll go to our country Club, or any other non bougie place on the square. This is the square, you are NOT all that. If it was 7;00 I get it, you're busy. No one was there! Lost our business now, tomorrow and never. Good luck with all your bad reviews read more

The food is amazing. Atmosphere Italian upscale Service and drinks so great. Been twice and will go again! read more

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante - Work gathering! Another reason to go! - Italian Near Me - Marietta, Georgia

Overhyped! I had high hopes and have been wanting to give Gianni & Mac's a try since they opened. My family and I gave it a go and we were extremely underwhelmed to say the least. Don't get me wrong, the restaurant is stunningly beautiful, but the food and service were lacking. We had 2:30pm reservations and were surprised that they were already changed over to dinner menus. I had the bolognese which was lacking in flavor and very acidic. My 6 year old had the spaghetti and meatball from the kids menu and the sauce was bitter and the meatball was spongy. Seemed to be cooked from frozen. My husband had the salmon and spinach dish. Salmon was good but the veggies had zero flavor. read more

We love Gianna's restaurant Cibo e Beve and wanted to try his newest venture. We made reservations a couple months in advance. It's obviously popular. The hostess gave us a seat at the bar while we waited on our table. The bar is gorgeous and long. The seats are super comfy which my husband will complain about if they are not comfy! Great homemade bread with oil spices and vinegar. Yummie and free to partake with a great glass of wine while you review the menu. Il giallo and tre vele both get a fail for not doing this. Wine... not always great by the glass. Gianna and Mac manage to give great choices with either a 6 oz 9 oz or bottle option. Nothing is outrageous expensive. I usually order a super Tuscan or a primitivo with my pasta and they had both as choices by the glass. Service was amazing despite their super busy night with two private parties on the side. Multiple servers came by to check on us and keep us in cocktails water and bread. Food. We loved their Caesar salad and we are all super picky Caesar eaters. We rank them across the country. We ranked Gianna's with Chops/Atlanta which is really high praise. And it's big! The menu is large so if you don't like pasta you have other choices. We ordered the pizza which was big and tasty. I ordered the carbonara. And I'm super choosy about my carbonara. I want guanciale and not just three pieces. Italian dining to me means go big or go home. Tre Vele and Il Giallo get big fails for this. Gianna gets an A+ with huge servings. I was starving last night and ate till I was stuffed and have more than enough for tonight's dinner. Dessert-- we were lucky enough to have the kitchen send out a board of Italian desserts. They were yummie. And we thought we didn't have room for dessert! Noise. It is noisy but anywhere that is busy is noisy. You could choose to sit out on their new patio and it would be much quieter. I like to be in the busy area though so I'll always chose inside. Suggestions. Make reservations well in advance. Go early to get parking since it was really busy on a Friday night and my husband had to drive around a bit to find a place. Sit at the bar before dinner and enjoy a glass of wine and bread and if you're lucky you can have Charlie as your bartender. She's the best. We will probably go back on a week night and miss the crazy busy for just normal busy! read more