Giovanni's Italian Eatery
130 Walker St, Shafter
(661) 746-2000
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Better at Thai food than Italian. If you want the real deal go to Frugatti’s in Bakersfield.
The salad wasn't very good. The italian dressing just tasted like oil and has little to no flavor. I also got fettuccine Alfredo and it tasted like oily cheese. The guy that was there was nice, the food just wasn't my favorite. I just feel it was very bland for what I paid. The fettuccine Alfredo was $17 and it wasn't worth that... not trying to be rude I just wasn't very impressed. Again, the guy working there was very nice. They also don't have a lot of sides and all you get is salad.
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 1
Service: 2
Very generous portions. The mushroom olive lasagna was excellent, Ceasar salad was perfect.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mushroom Lasagna, Lasagne
Service was excellent for one guy, seeming to do everything !! Very happy and friendly! Lunch was very good!! I had the manicotti, and my husband had pizza!! But we're served hotel and delicious!! Will definitely be back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Pepperoni Pizza
What a delightful Italian restaurant! The service here is second to none. The staff was not only attentive but also incredibly passionate about the food they serve. They took the time to explain each dish, which made our dining experience truly special. The food was heavenly, with every bite bursting with authentic Italian flavors. The ambiance was charming and cozy, with the soft glow of candlelight and Italian melodies in the background. I can't wait to return and explore more of their menu. A genuine Italian culinary experience!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Chicken Parmesan
As always the best food over most
Stuffed mushrooms were perfect
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Late night stop over here. TBH I was intrigued by the google description of “classic Italian dishes such as lasagna … AND THAI FOOD”. We had to stop by to check it out. Being the biracial couple that we are, we ordered the crowd favorite mushroom chicken chardonnay (classic red and white sauce) and Tom Kha soup. Both are so delicious without too rich and stuffy. We were the last table and enjoyed our chat w the owner. We love connecting with locals when we travel especially the Asian diaspora. They’re clearly doing well w take out but if you’re an out of towner passing by, try to stop at this place rather than fast food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Food to die for
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 3
Service: 5
It was amazing best Italian food in shafter better then
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Minestrone Soup, Ravioli, Mushroom Lasagna
We love their spicy rice.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spicy Fried Rice
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A place we randomly picked for lunch - we always Google places within a 30 mile radius and check it out. My coworker was intrigued because it had a Thai menu along with Italian menu, and he ended up getting Italian food.
Portions were huge , and it did take a while to get the food , but that gave us extra time to unwind and chill, also the menu states certain dishes take longer than others. We will go back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Calzone
Out of my 42 years The best food that I've ever had this place hits top 5 only complaint I have is that it's not open longer or every day with my work schedule it's a hit and miss trying to make it on lunch or my days off as it's not open 7 days a week
Parking: It's a small lot but big building when busy parking on the street may be easier
Kid-friendliness: They were great with the kids no arcade games which is fine by us plenty for the kids to look at decor wise super cool
Wheelchair accessibility: Totally accessible we bring people from the convelesant across the street in wheelchair all the time
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Shrimp Pizza, Pepperoni Pizza, Spicy Noodles with Chicken, Spicy Fried Rice, Calzone, Mozzarella Bread, House Gourmet Salad, Chicken Parmesan, Lasagne, Chicken Fettuccine, Pizza Bread and Stuffed Mushrooms
Hidden Gem. Been going here for
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Lasagne
We had heard about this place and we are glad we tried it out! Service was great and the food even better. We will definitely be back!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Mozzarella Bread, Surf and Turf, Lasagne
We ordered 2 fettuccine chicken Alfredo’s, it was very disappointing. The chicken was hard, had black spots, and some pieces were green. The pasta sauce was like oil and did not taste good. Would not really recommend.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 1
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