High prices Poor food quality Poor service Had to return enter and then wait 25 minutes for a replacement order. When asked for check again had to wait 20-25 for waitress to come with check. Will not be returning. Decorated very nicely. Owner very nice. Restaurant very loud. read more

I haven't eaten in the new place yet but we got take out the other night. It was really good I will say. Way better than when they were across the street. My husband got the Sunday special which was pasta with sausage, meatball n beef. That was delicious. The pasta with vodka sauce was ok. Nothing great n very small portion. We got the bread pudding which was great and so was the cheese cake , although undercooked or just was totally falling apart. It was definitely delicious but I had to eat it with a spoon. So all in all we will definitely go back . Also most Italian restaurants give you bread which they didn't.Id probably give it a 3 and half if possible. read more

I always get their their fettuccine Alfredo! Think they make pasta noodles in the house - they are perfectly chewy and bouncy! Love their fettuccine noodle. I can kinda taste rosemary in the sauce which is pretty unique but I still love it. I like their warm and welcoming vibe - they once had a live music going on around Christmas. I don't come here as often as my gf moved to a different neighborhood but I hope they reopen soon so I can come and get their fettuccine Alfredo again! read more

Best Italian restaurant in Brooklyn! Have raved about this restaurant for years. Excited to see the new location open up.

INCREDIBLE!!!! What and awesome Italian food experience. My better half and I split the Alfredo and shrimp. It's not on the menu, they gave us the hook up. We also shared a craft of their homemade sangria. They were both delicious. Oh, I forgot. For appetizer we had their fried artichoke and the arugula salad. YUM!!! And for dessert we had the apple crumble and cappuccino. They have outdoor dining but we decided on indoors to enjoy the ambiance. Our server, Iya, took great care of us along with Lorenzo. They were friendly and professional. They were there when we needed them. Keep up the great work. We will return. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - people eating at a restaurant - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Excellent food! Loved the lasagna, penne Fiorentina, and Mama's meat balls. Excellent service. Can't wait to return!

Party of 4, came in for brunch at 1:00 on Saturday, received a table right away. $18.95 gets you choice of starter and an entree, +$4 for bottomless mimosas and bloody marys. Not feeling the need to start drinking so early, I selected the prosciutto and melon plus the steak (medium-rare) and eggs. While our party awaited the first round of food, we drank coffees and ate table bread dipped in rosemary olive oil. The decor in Giovanni's is clean, appealing, and fits the space well. A jazz/swing trio began playing. The space was abuzz with cheerful conversation. Food arrived. The prosciutto and melon (honeydew, if you must know) paired playfully in my mouth. The melon slices had been drizzled in actual honey, a sweet touch. I also had a few nibbles of the strong cubed pecorino cheese. Pungent! After our empty plates were cleared away, the mains hit the table. Two sunny-side up eggs topped my steak, surrounded by potatoes and a side salad. I crushed this breakfast, no mercy, no restraint. The meat was closer to medium, but still tasted as desired. Maybe I could've done with a bigger steak and a bottle of ketchup: c'est la vie. Meanwhile, my dining companions were also finishing off their food, heads bowed in respect, nodding in approval. We left a nice tip for the waitstaff and threw five bucks to the band. Recommended for those seeking the quintessential brunch experience. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Calamari zucchini fritti - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

One of the best Italian restaurants in South Slope. The food and service is amazing. If they have it on the menu the Burrata with the Honey Dew is to die for. You can't go wrong with whatever you order. A warning though they do charge a Covid tax which they don't let you know ahead of time read more

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Stopped by for a quick bite of lunch and Andes up getting the Saturday/ Sunday brunch. All good quality and good value. Service was good and the music by George Stass was excellent read more

I've had such amazing Italian food in this neighborhood and was super excited to try Giovanni's. So I am surprised to say that I left this restaurant feeling disappointed tonight. Honestly, the food tasted like mediocre, flavorless food. We had the Caesar salad, bruschetta, Italian wings, meatballs, parmesan fritters, penne alla vodka, spaghetti. Maybe the brunch menu and experience is better. But I would not return here for dinner. read more

Reading through some of the reviews, I'm baffled by several of the complaints. I'll address three that I find laughable: too salty, too expensive, outdated. First, I've never experienced food that's too salty. For me everything seems well balanced and on point. If anything, maybe a touch less garlic in the sauce and I'd also vote for a bit more heat. Second, how is this place too expensive? If that's your chief complaint, you really need to reconsider your priorities when dining out. They actually sell bottles of wine for under $40. I cannot take you seriously if cost is an issue and I show up to find wine options for under $40. Plus, they have one of the best priced entree in all of Brooklyn, $18 for ricotta gnocchi. Third, I'm not sure you can tag them as outdated. it's a traditional red sauce Italian American joint. It's doing the classics of that genre. They embrace old school vibes and make no excuses about it. If you want modern, this isn't for you. Overall, the food, service and ambience are solid. For me, it's a great neighborhood joint that's not going to break the bank. I wouldn't put it on the Mount Rushmore of Italian food but I'm thankful to have it down the street. read more

The pasta dishes were ok, but the fried calamari was "bussing yo!" in the words of my 16 year old! lol Cozy feel inside seemingly catered mostly to tables for two, but they do have space for larger parties. I like that tables have clear plastic partition for covid safety. Service was ok; we did have to flag them down once or twice though. We got the Pesto Pasta which was a real disappointment! The sauce was super watery and lacking in flavor. The Shrimp Tagliatelle was good enough, but nothing special. We wound up sharing the shrimp pasta because the pesto was so subpar. The Apple Crumble was great! My chocolate Gelato was literally just one scoop of what tasted like regular ice cream. Overall the entire experience was mediocre. The beauty about this city is that for every one mediocre place, there's a bunch of other great places to make up for it. We tried it; this was a once and done kind of place for us. read more

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Giovanni's seems to be a newish restaurant in a pretty quiet area. We honestly stopped by because not a lot else seemed to be open at 9pm on a weekday nearby. The food ended up being very good and reasonably priced. The fresh tagliatelle was clearly the highlight, but the chicken dishes and dessert were also quite good. The service was very good and the outdoor seating area is nice and open and quiet. Would definitely recommend this place if you are in the area! Especially for some yummy carbs after a prospect park run or bike ride. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Pollo Picatta - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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I recently hosted my daughter's baby shower here and had a wonderful experience. Giovanni and his staff were very helpful with the planning of the menu and party set-up. Everything went smoothly. The food was delicious and the staff was welcoming and provided excellent service. I wholeheartedly recommend this charming 'neighborhood' establishment. read more

Great place for brunch. Their brunch menu has two options. There's a $19 option where you choose and appetizer and an entree as well as a $23 option where you get bottomless mimosas along with the appetizer and entree. They have both outdoor and indoor seating but the indoor is very limited. I opted for the outdoors. The servers were very attentive with refilling drinks and taking orders. However, I would say that the wait for food was pretty long. We came on a Sunday afternoon and didn't have to wait long for an outdoor table. Granted, it was pretty chilly that afternoon. However, the appetizers took about 15-20 mins to come out after we ordered and the entrees took another 45-60 mins after the appetizers arrived. It started to get pretty chilly outdoors after waiting a while for the food. But when the food came it was very warm and delicious! Would love it if implemented some heating source outdoors especially with winter right around the corner. read more

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This is one of my most favorite brunch spots around Brooklyn! The price is very affordable for a bottomless brunch and it comes with an appetizer and a delicious entree. The brunch price without bottomless is about $19 and with bottomless it's about $25. There are a lot of great selections on the menu! My go to for their appetizers are their Ricotta Fritters or their Roasted Beats Salad. I think the service is great and the servers always does their best to take care of you. Will most likely be back again! Also, Giovanni's are having a prefix menu for Christmas Eve if anybody needs to make any plans on where to eat here's your chance! read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Poached Egg "Salmone" & Ham, egg & smoked mozzarella cheese - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here Sunday night with a reservation via Seated. Had a good meal that didn't break the bank. We shared a seasonal cocktail that was a perfect balance of sweet and dry/bitter -- not too Campari-y, but could've been more strawberry-y, IMO. We each had one of the fresh tagliatelle pastas, which were well-cooked and dressed. The artichoke (carciofi) was wonderfully decadent. The spinach one was also quite good. Free bread to start with good oil to dip in. Service was friendly and the jazz trio was jaunty. Would come back. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Spinaci Tagliatelle - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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It's been a while since I've been out for brunch, especially bottomless brunch so I was glad Giovanni's allowed reservations, especially for a large group. I made a reservation for 7 people and the lady I spoke to was very amicable. When my group arrived, they had a table all set up for us! They were even accommodating when we told them we'd have another person join us, which I was appreciative of. Brunch is $19 with a choice of an app and an entree, but for just $4 more, you can get the bottomless booze! I ordered the Prosciutto and Melon as my appetizer and the Fiorentina Benedict for my main dish. The food did take a bit of time to come out, but the staff made sure our water cups and our bread baskets were full while we waited! There was also a wasp flying around us, as outdoor dining comes with its surprises..but the waiter came by to check up on us and shoo it away LOL Super attentive and friendly! :) My appetizer was pretty good and simple. The melon was fresh and sweet, but I felt like the Prosciutto and Cheese were too warm for my liking. Overall it was a nice start to my meal! The Fiorentina was super creamy and the home fries and salad that came with it were a nice addition. I was a little disappointed that my eggs weren't runny, but it did not take away from the dish! My friends and I enjoyed our meals and would definitely recommend this spot! Good food, great prices, and amazing staff!! read more

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Friendly service! Great food! Cocktails are delicious! The atmosphere is comfortable. This is a restaurant that is worth revisiting!!!

I've been a fan of Giovanni's for a while as they're my go-to for local Italian. From their solid brunch and lunch specials, to their always delicious homemade pasta and entrees to the olive oil on the table, it's just a reliable treat that never disappoints. Big on their spinach salad, their veal saltinbocca (veal scaloppini with prosciutto and mozzarella in white wine sauce), salsiccia all Brookolino (sausage and broccoli rabe with pesto) and pretty much all of their pasta. Even their relatively simple spaghetti ai vegetali is just cooked so well, and sooooo garlic-y, that its worth the (reasonable) price. Don't sleep on their desserts either! Their almond cake and chocolate cake are always solid but I've had some nutella amazing bread pudding here that I still dream about. I also have to say I've been very impressed with their perseverance during the whole COVID-19 thing. Thanks so much guys, it definitely takes a bit of the sting off for a night to have a great neighborhood staple meal, even if it is at home. read more

Before coming to Giovanni's I was sold on the reviews and the pictures. I came in around 2:30 and was seated immediately. At the table however, there was a dirty plate, and silverware. The plate had oil and bread crumbs as if someone was just seated there but decided to leave, and the fork had dried up food on it. Thankfully the experience only went up from there. You receive complimentary bread to go with your meal and get to choose a starter and an entree. You can opt to wash it all down with bottomless mimosas or (for the more sophisticated palates) bloody mary's. For my starter I chose a simple spinach salad, and selected penne alla fiorentina for the entree. Both were really good. The pasta was almost too good and with all the force feeding I did, I was happy I wore leggings to the feast. Now, those mimosas! I'm not sure what specific brand of OJ or champagne they are using, nor their juice to alcohol ratio on the pours, but they should never switch it up. Ever. By far the best mimosa's I have had. For $25, this place is a steal. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Penne Alla Fiorentina - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Celebrating Father's Day and this is what we get: Terrible service, long wait time, the waitress was horrible. You would think we were eating here for free to receive this kinda service. Forced to give it a star to post my review read more

I love that this place is more spacious than most NYC Italian restaurants. It had the cozy feel without being smothered by the table next to you. We started with red wine and their complimentary bread. The red blend wine was very good and reasonably priced at $9/glass.The bread was fresh and paired perfectly with olive oil. For our meal, we order Luca's lasagna and tagliatelle di spinaci. The lasagna was a huge portion with multiple layers of noodle, meat, and cheese. I really enjoyed the lasagna, but it was more salty than I prefer. I'm not sure what ingredient made it salty, but that would be my only complaint for this item. The tagliatelle di spinaci was AMAZING! The spinach noodles and chicken tasted great. The parmesan cream sauce was not too rich, but creamy. I would for sure order this item again. The service at Giovanni's was very good. They were friendly and the food arrived very quickly! Overall, had a great experience at Giovanni's and would definitely return! read more

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Didn't love the rigatoni al formaggio but I told the waitress it was good because she was having a tough day read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

terrible service, waitress was not attentive at all long wait time for food to arrive. Don't come here hungry. read more

This restaurant was super mid. I know that I could cook better Italian food at home, & it was not worth that expensive price tag. My bf & I sat in the enclosed outdoor dining space because the live music was too loud, & you'd have to really shout to hear anything. The "outdoor" dining space had uncomfy chairs & small tables in a crowded space. The bread served as an appetizer had the oddest crust & wasn't crunchy nor tasty. The basil pasta with veggies that I ordered wasn't yummy or flavorful, but it was filling. It tasted watered down. My bf's veal & potato was yummy & expensive. Our Prosecco was freezing cold but decent. We ordered cheesecake, & I've never had such a mushy cheesecake. It had the consistency of rice pudding in the shape of a cake. Decent service & nice waitresses, but the food & dining experience wasn't that enjoyable. It did not feel like a fine dining restaurant. We've had better. read more

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If you want to go a restaurant that makes delicious Italian cuisine - Giovanni's is the place. The chicken parm is perfection and the rice balls are the best I ever had! My son loved there Italian Sunday dinner! The staff is extremely inviting and the owner checked on us as well. The restaurant has a classic vibe and feels cozy. I can't wait to go back! Amazing food! read more

I love Giovanni's. Clean and COVID safe, great food, has gluten free options, and good service. You can't do better with an affordable Italian neighbor place in the Park Slope/Windsor Terrace area. read more

I was coming here when it was a corner spot bar w/ like 5 seats at the bar and tables push together, but that didn't stop me from coming here for brunch on weekends , which for the price is not bad , $18 gets you a bottomless Bloody Mary or a Minosa , I'm trying the $15 lunch special which has a lot of Item in it , you get the appetizer and 1 entree, food is made to order so you have to know it's fresh and the give you a lot on the plate., I will be back again there buzy enough to stay open w- the limited menu they have it's a nice cozy spot , I be order from the soon ! read more

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Still sitting at the bar - decided to walk in after passing it a million times on my way to work. Had a quick bite of calamari and a crisp, glass of wine. The restaurant is currently quiet Just ordered an app of meatballs - the bartender is lovely . Great recommendations. Will return - it appears that this place would be a great dinner spot! read more

I'm not sure how this place has 4 stars. Our Christmas Eve dinners were TERRIBLE FIRST OFF THEY DELIVERED 30 minutes AFTER the time we specifically said ( 3 ) times We asked for bread and they said they don't do bread but they will do it for us - THAT DIDN'T HAPPEN Food came cold & under cooked. Plenty of other GOOD places around read more

Great little place with indoor and outdoor seating, great service, great food almost like home cooked. The wait staff is friendly and on point with service, they have a nice selection of wine also. They have a good variety of beer domestic, foriwn and craft. They have a nice desert menu and after dinner drinks, I reccomend a shot of the cold Amaro from Italy. I saw a lot of people ordering the meatballs with fresh ricotta cheese as a starter, looked really good. Being my first time here I had no idea, I'm definitely ordering that next time. Very clean place, with semi open kitchen and food comes out hot and fresh. I highly reccomed this place read more

*****Brunch review******** - the champagne is flowing! * There is no stinginess here - the service is pleasant and with a smile - the salads were good and fresh - was seated right away on a Sunday at 12:30 - There is a lot of natural light that makes for a sunny and bright environment - The bathrooms were never occupied read more

I absolutely love this place. The staff is always attentive and pleasant. The Saturday brunch is great, I also love the pranzo dinner from Tuesday-Thursday's. I normally get the chicken parm or the chicken Campagnola. The calamari is great. The coffee is also amazingly paired with every single pastry. I try to come here at least once a month. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Fried Calamari & Zucchini - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Came here for brunch! Wow!!! The food is amazing! We ordered unlimited mimosas which kept on coming. The food was phenomenal I just wish when they served the bread that they asked if we wanted our bread hot or cold. But overall GREAT service. I ended up going on a Saturday afternoon around 1 and it was only us and another group of 4 so it wasn't too crowded. If you want a nice brunch sit down...check this place out read more

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Still very loyal, because I still mostly order delivery and feel that is a thankless job, but my last couple orders have been subpar. Still arrives super promptly, but the bruschetta was cold bread with cold veggies dumped on top. No grilling, no cooking. It was cold to the touch and not from delivery. I warmed and broiled it to make it work. Guys, I'll wait a bit longer for better preparation. read more

Giovanni's Brooklyn Eats - Italian Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Some of the best fried calamari and zucchini I've ever had! This place is a great neighborhood spot with good prices and really tasty food! I had a special pasta with burrata that was unbelievable. A great wine and cocktail selection as well! Can't wait to come back and try their brunch! Oh, and their dessert special was this delicious cheesecake cone that I'm still dreaming about! read more

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Probably my favorite place to eat in all of Brooklyn. I live in California now and still dream of having brunch at Giovanni's. They have great deals and amazing food but my favorite time to go is on the weekends when they have their brunch. You pay one price and get unlimited, quality mimosas, you pick an appetizer and then pick your main meal. And they don't skimp on the mimosas, it's not like those places that claim unlimited and then the mimosa guy disappears. My go to are the ricotta fritters as my appetizer (it's like a donut for breakfast) and the Penne Alla fiorentina ohhhhhh boy soooooooo amazing. Maybe my number one brunch ever. read more

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This restaurant has plenty of room to hold lots of customers. The service was excellent. The food was also. They had a live band playing banjo music, but for me, anyway, it was so loud that I felt like we had to shout over it to hear each other-and there were only three of us. There was also a lot of background noise due to all the other customers talking. Keep in mind, it was Sunday brunch. It's busy then. I don't know what the other days are like. I had poached eggs florentine and found it to be delicious. The brunch is fairly reasonably priced. Although brunch there for serious, important conversations would not be ideal...for a casual social gathering in a lively atmosphere, it's fun, it's perfect. I'd recommend it! read more

Great spot in Brooklyn. Another friend recommended this "off the beaten path" for me at least as far as areas I frequent. Did not disappoint in the least. Limited indoor dining had resumed so we sat inside and it was nice cozy. The server was simply delightful with a huge personality that was too much fun. She was well versed in the specials and her wine recommendations. She scored major points in her attentiveness but not being overly intrusive. Anticipated nicely when our glasses needed to be refilled. The food was yum yum yummy good. Kudos to the Chef ! We shared several appetizers and entrees because that's how we roll ... definitely recommend this spot and will return once things get back to "normal". Thank you , thank you to this place ! Job well done ! read more

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