Giardino Italian Restaurant

We had a wonderful evening at Giardino’s celebrating my husband’s birthday with a group of 11 guests! The staff prepared a separate table on the side for the cake and a photo gallery we prepared and they also made the long table we ate at beautiful by adding table cloths and cloth napkins for an elegant and festive evening. The food and the wines were superb! I highly recommend this quality restaurant for its personalized service, delicious Italian food and excellent ambiance!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Tried this place for the first time and wasn’t impressed. The food was average at best and overpriced for cuisine that was bland and lacked a homemade touch. For a spot that looks more like a diner than a nice restaurant, the prices felt high, and we typically dine at finer Italian restaurants, so we don’t mind splurging when the food is worth it. The desserts were decent, but overall the experience was underwhelming. We also didn’t get that warm, welcoming vibe we look for in a restaurant so we won’t be returning.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 1

Service: 3

Our server was quite young and mixed up the wine. The pizza had a lot of dough and little crust.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 4

It was really good. The flavor was on point the service was excellent. We went for my daughter's 16th birthday and she wanted Italian. They surely executed the good well and had great portions.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I love this pizza crust!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

This is a review of the bar only. Have eaten here many times in the past, but not sat at the bar in many years. Met a friend tonight for a drink at the bar. Before we walked in, she warned me that there was a bartender that another friend referred to as “grumpy Glenn.” Within seconds of sitting at the bar, we realized that we had the pleasure of being served by grumpy Glenn. She asked him for a drink, which he claimed he did not know how to make. After making a concoction of what she said she liked she asked what it was called and he replied “It’s called just shut up and drink it.” WOW. No conversation, no checking on us cheerfully. Just acting like we were a nuisance for sitting at his bar. The icing on the cake came when I asked him for a water refill and he took my glass and literally dipped my glass into the ice bin for ice and refilled it with water. Having served in the industry for many years, not only is that a safety issue because the glass could break, but who wants to drink from a glass that has already been used and was dipped into the communal ice. I will never go to this bar again.

Atmosphere: 2

Food: 2

Service: 1

We go here all the time. Pizza is good. Italian food is good. Service is good. The little bar is nice. It's a win

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A restaurant that values the personal attention and more. The servers can't do enough. It's not just ONE server but the whole team, including the manager. Its a caring and personal group for sure. I go there at least 3 times week, and WON'T STOP either. They create a family atmosphere. Sure it gets busy but hey HUSTLE too to give the BEST SERVICE. THANK YOU EDDY & the TEAM!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

The Carne w olives was DELISH!!!

I recently had the pleasure of visiting your restaurant for the first time and truly enjoyed the experience.The food was delicious! However, I wanted to kindly suggest reconsidering the presentation of your tiramisu. Serving it on a bed of Hershey's chocolate syrup overwhelms the delicate flavors of the dessert, and not all guests enjoy chocolate—myself included. Tiramisu shines best with its classic balance of espresso, mascarpone, and a hint of cocoa. I believe many guests would appreciate it more in a more traditional form. Thank you for considering this feedback!

Fantastic pizza and super friendly staff. I can’t wait to go back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

No one ever showed up to serve me at the bar. A regular customer and his wife left before me because no one waited on us.

Atmosphere: 3

Service: 1

Had an amazing time here with my girlfriend. Amazing food, atmosphere, and great service. Highly recommend !

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A local favorite in Annandale, Fairfax, and Springfield. Outdoor seating available. Great atmosphere and good meals. Full bar and large selection of wine. Free parking. Table service. A good choice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Calzone Paradiso, Salad, Fried Calamari, Pepperoni Pizza, Margherita Pizza, Chicken Wings

They just seem to get it right every time. I’ve been here several times and I am never disappointed. Keep up the good work!!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5