Il Giardino Ristorante

Our server was this huge dude and he was funny and great, atmosphere was spectacular, but the food was dog butt. My piccata was water, the calamari tasted like it was still alive and in the ocean, the spaghetti marinara was literally like.. a mushy tomato on a plate. The only thing done right was the pizza, and I do not like pizza lol. But our huge server was great, loved that guy, he made it worth it. Though, the desserts (prepared by the servers btw) were EXCEPTIONAL like so good, they make it on a little thing in the front. The kitchen was just bad and it wasn’t worth it for the atrocious amount of money we spent. Oh, and the drinks also kinda were bad.. margaritas tasted like slightly spicy water.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 1

Service: 5

We just stopped here honestly because we had to go to the bathroom but food ended up being amazing! Mesculin salad is probably the best I’ve ever eaten and the fettuccine Alfredo is to die for! I highly recommend if you get the chance!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Salad

My wife and I had what could have been a nice dinner here, but it was spoiled when we realized our waiter wasn’t upfront with us. My wife ordered the fettuccine alfredo, listed at $20 on the menu. The waiter asked if she wanted to add chicken or shrimp. She chose shrimp.

We expected a reasonable upcharge, maybe $8–10. Instead, when the check arrived, the cost had jumped to $42, a $22 increase. More than double the original entree price. At no point did the waiter mention there would be such a large increase.

When we questioned it, he apologized but said there was nothing he could do and wished we had said something (What could we have said?). He also explained that it was the “menu price” for shrimp alfredo, although that was not listed anywhere on the menu.

He should have explained that the $20 entrée would increase to $42 if we wanted to add 5 shrimp. It all just seemed dishonest. Had we have been told upfront, we would've said no or ordered something else.

The food itself was good and the atmosphere was nice, just be sure to ask how much any additions are going to cost you.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 1

It was a girls trip to Virginia Beach and we need some Italian food. Let me just say…this restaurant did not disappoint. First the bread oil dip was UNBELIEVABLE. So many flavors in this little dish.
Next up was the clams casino and carpaccio… the clams were so crispy and fresh tasting. The carpaccio was sliced sooo thin and the arugula was dressed perfect.
One of the girls ordered the linguine with clams and it had so many clams and the sauce was so flavorful. The chicken francese was cooked perfect. It doesn’t come with pasta but you can add it for $5. Do it.
We were too full for dessert but the options were plentiful and everything is made in house.
Can’t wait to go back.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Went to this place during our vacation and it was wonderful. My husband had the salmon (HUGE piece of fish) and I had the chicken parm (HUGE portion- and I finished it all). I would highly suggest calling and making a reservation (we called a few hours before going). Service was great, even the Valet Guy (Steve) was awesome!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I always have a lot of anxiety going out to eat with our young daughter, but the staff made us feel at home! They were very understanding of the mess she inevitably made. The food was absolutely delicious, our drinks were fantastic, and the atmosphere was perfect! Some of the best Italian food we’ve ever had!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Large party came In for a company dinner. Food was delicious, servers were attentive and efficient. However despite several requests to lower the volume, the live music was so loud we couldn’t hear the person sitting next to us. Sure we left with full stomachs,
But we also left with headaches.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 5

Service: 4

Excellent food. Steve, our server was spot-on. Superior hospitality that made our last night in VB memorable and will have us coming back for more.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A classy atmosphere with great service & delicious food! We always love listening to the live entertainment too! Great for a date night, family dinner or larger party! Reservations reccomended. One of my favorite places!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

I came in late one night and they still treated me with the best service! Did was delicious, as usual. I had the spaghetti with meat sauce and angel hair pasta which was cooked to perfection! Thank you Angelo and staff!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Its alright.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Amazing food. The service and atmosphere was great as well. Will definitely be coming back next time I’m at the beach.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mandy is a great server!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

My husband and I came to visit Virginia Beach we wanted a great dinner on our last night out in Virginia. Giardino was the place we should have gone when we got here. Food was great our waitress was amazing and was so sweet. I forgot her name but she made our night even better. Thank you for having us and it was a great place for food and atmosphere.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 5

We are regulars, but lately, the food has been inconsistent and the service atrocious.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 3

Service: 2