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Holly Rootvia Google

4 months ago

Best Italian in Michigan in my opinion. Atmosphere was great. Staff was wonderful. It's like going home. Highly recommend. I promise you won't be disappointed.

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Sonya Cvia Google

5 months ago

I just had the most disappointing experience at one of my favorite restaurants, Giovanni's. This restaurant has a special place in my heart because when my mom was very ill, I would always go get carryout for her. The hostesses would ask about my mom and send greetings to her. When my mom recovered from her illness and was able to eat in public, Giovanni's was the first restaurant we came to. Well, fast forward to today and I am very saddened by my experience this evening. The carryout service experience has declined drastically. When I arrived to pick up my order, I walked in to the least welcoming greeting. The smiles that used to greet me were nowhere to be found. I sat and waited for my meal. A friendly face from the past, Courtney (former hostess now manager) came to the front and we chatted briefly. I told her that I was not having the best experience today and she apologized and told me to ask for her personally the next time I called. The problem is that I don't know if there will be a next time. Giovanni's is pricey for carryout, two meals were $72 including the tip. I don't mind paying for great food with great service, but I certainly won't pay for great food with unpleasant service. My meals were delicious as always. My only issue was that my meal did not have fettuccine in it as I requested and my mom's did not have spaghetti as she requested. I encourage the owners and management at Giovanni's to preserve the warm and welcoming service that has always made my experience there outstanding. Giovanni's is a special place, but it doesn't matter how good the food is if the atmosphere when you arrive is the equivalent of an overcast day with dark clouds and rain. If I ever return, I hope my next experience is better than this one.

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Brianna Fischervia Google

5 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Giovanni’s is a gem. The moment you walk in, you feel transported — it has that classic, old-school Sinatra vibe where you almost forget you’re in Detroit. The atmosphere is warm, elegant, and timeless. The food is incredible — truly authentic Italian with rich flavors that taste homemade and full of love. Service is attentive without being rushed, which makes the whole experience feel special. If you’re looking for an unforgettable night out with amazing food and a classic old-world vibe, Giovanni’s delivers every time.

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Salikea Thompsonvia Google

6 months ago

This classic long standing Italian restaurant delivers a memorable dining experience with standout dishes and some unique surprises across its menu. The halibut special was fresh, with a flaky, light texture that paired beautifully with a delicate cream sauce pasta—can be a bit too light in flavors. The scallop and shrimp dish, on the other hand, was unexpectedly dense and heavy, puréed—was an interesting take, may not appeal to those expecting whole pieces of scallops and shrimp but the sauce was great. Pasta Favorites The lasagna was a classic comfort, flavorful and satisfying—definitely worth ordering. Gnocchi stuffed with ricotta and porcini mushrooms was my favorite dish. From the appetizer platter, the porcini mushrooms and calamari stood out as highlights—crispy, well-seasoned, and perfectly cooked. Those who enjoy sausages will find them flavorful and hearty, rounding off a solid starter selection.

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Rebecca Krawczakvia Google

11 months ago

Chicken Marsala was very dry and tasteless. Ordered to go and they gave us the wrong sauce on one of the pastas. The pizza was OK, nothing special (and I hardly ever feel indifferent about Italian food!) Despite leaving a nice top, the servers weren’t nice and didn’t say anything after we grabbed the food. Just overall disappointing. I won’t be back.