Giovanni's Restaurant

362 Preston St, Ottawa
(613) 234-3156

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Patrick Proulx

Went for a birthday celebration. From the complimentary valet service to the professional wait staff, eating at Giovanni's makes you feel like a Holywood star. It not on the menu? Let us know and we'll see what we can do. the professional wait staff do what they can to make your evening a success. Yes it's a bit more expensive than average, but you pay for more than just food. It's an experience.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 5

How

A super place with super food! The service is top notch & the atmosphere is truly a fine dining one. It’s one of the city’s best restaurants.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Eastkeats

Very frustrating parking if you don’t want to pay for valet. (Got a parking ticket because of it)

Speed was very good/well timed
Salad was really good
Spaghetti and meatballs were really good
Zucchini were crispy and tasty

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

S W

We were 11 for a bachelors party and the staff took care of us and the service and food stood out. We look forward to going back and special shout out to Mo for taking care of us.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jacqueline Gee

Food was good but service was slow. Waited for over an hour and 30 minutes for our food when it wasn't busy and they were full staffed too

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

Francine Besner

The zukkinis are excellent and the fetucine Alfredo is awesome. Very nice restaurant.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Anders Kruus

A classic Italian / Rat Pack style restaurant with excellent food and charming service! Deano and Frank would be proud.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Kris Lessard

Wow, what a phenomenal meal! 10/10 food, 10/10 service and great atmosphere. This is a fancier restaurant that accommodates everyone (even if you’re just wearing a t-shirt and jeans). Best authentic home made Italian food 🙌🏽 I had the lasagna and my partner had the carbonera - portions were huge!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Todd Zanatta

Awesome night on our 25th anniversary. Great food and service. Recommend 100%

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Craig

Class.

Atmosphere: 5

Service: 5

Saeed Torbati

Giovanni’s never disappoints. From the moment you walk in, the atmosphere sets the tone for a refined and memorable dining experience. The lighting, music, and overall vibe strike the perfect balance between upscale and welcoming.

The food is absolutely phenomenal. Every dish is beautifully plated and packed with flavor. You can tell the ingredients are high-quality and handled with care. The pasta is fresh and cooked to perfection, and the seafood options are among the best in the city. The wine list is extensive and well-curated, offering great pairings for any dish on the menu.

Service was exceptional from start to finish. The staff are attentive without being overbearing, knowledgeable about the menu, and genuinely passionate about creating a great experience. Our server made thoughtful recommendations and checked in just the right amount.

It’s definitely on the pricier side, but for the quality, ambiance, and service you receive, it’s absolutely worth it. Whether it’s a romantic night out, a celebration, or just treating yourself to a top-tier meal, Giovanni’s is the kind of place that makes every visit feel special.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ava Rae

Our dine in experience was wonderful! will be back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Amanda Hendren

The food was fantastic. The service and the atmosphere were great. The valet parking was a huge plus.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Daniel Gorodezky

S'Good

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 4

Service: 4

Crystal Marcoux

Giovanni’s is an absolute gem! The food was incredible. The service was top-notch: attentive, friendly, and made us feel truly welcome. We all enjoyed our experience very much and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommended

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

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