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330 S Oakwood, Detroit, MI 48217 (at Powell Street)
Detroit, MI 48217

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(313) 841-0122
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Giovanni's - Detroit, MI
Giovanni's - Detroit, MI
Giovanni's - Detroit, MI
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Best

This restaurant already marked in my mind. Foods were perfectly cooked and staffs were really nice. When I get back in Detroit this would be the first place I'll visit.

Worst

The food was very, very good but you couldn't hear the person talking right across the table from you. Everyone in our party complained about the same thing. They need to do som...

Rated by many as #1 in the whole state 8/27/2012

by alp1 at Menuism Provided by Menuism
It is in the middle of what seems like nowhere but worth the trip. We have dined there many times over a... more
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Rated by many as #1 in the whole state 8/27/2012

alp1 Provided by Partner
It is in the middle of what seems like nowhere but worth the trip. We have dined there many times over a number of years and have found everything ... more
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OVER PRICED SLOP! 3/5/2010

The owner is pretentious the waiter was terrible after telling us how Frank Sinantra ate there. The food tasted like Frank threw it up. Lasagna unrecognizable with some wierd nutmeg tasting whitesauce. Over priced wine tasted like $3.97 Chard from Walmart and the bathroom was disgusting. This place may have been good but it's not anymore. Pros: Non Cons: Everything. more
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OVER PRICED SLOP! 3/5/2010

The owner is pretentious the waiter was terrible after telling us how Frank Sinantra ate there. The food tasted like Frank threw it up. Lasagna unrecognizable with some wierd nutmeg tasting whitesauce. Over priced wine tasted like $3.97 Chard from Walmart and the bathroom was disgusting. This place may have been good but it's not anymore. Pros: Non Cons: Everything. more
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The food was good BUT..... 2/23/2010

The food was very, very good but you couldn't hear the person talking right across the table from you. Everyone in our party complained about the same thing. They need to do something to reduce the decible level otherwise, as good as the food was, many of us wouldn;t think of going back. My ears are still ringing. Pros: Good Food Cons: Pricy and Noisy more
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The food was good BUT..... 2/23/2010

The food was very, very good but you couldn't hear the person talking right across the table from you. Everyone in our party complained about the same thing. They need to do something to reduce the decible level otherwise, as good as the food was, many of us wouldn;t think of going back. My ears are still ringing. Pros: Good Food Cons: Pricy and Noisy more
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Outstanding Italian 2/16/2009

Giovanni's is a Detroit institution. And, in a neat switch, they manage to hold to their own high standards. Through fires, economic downturns, and suburban flight, Giovanni's has continued to turn out consistently high-quality Italian food. The food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the owner's commitment is evident. Go. Eat. Enjoy. Pros: Great Italian food Cons: Iffy neighborhood - use the valet parking more
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Outstanding Italian 2/16/2009

Giovanni's is a Detroit institution. And, in a neat switch, they manage to hold to their own high standards. Through fires, economic downturns, and suburban flight, Giovanni's has continued to turn out consistently high-quality Italian food. The food is great, the atmosphere is wonderful, and the owner's commitment is evident. Go. Eat. Enjoy. Oh--and try the spinach gnocchi. It's the best! Pros: Great Italian food Cons: Iffy neighborhood - use the valet parking more
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Excellent food, service, and ambience! 12/17/2008

Diverse menu, well-prepared food, superb ambience, excellent service, secure parking, and a personal touch from the owner and her family. For seven years, our favorite place for romantic dining. Pros: Parking: In our experience over 7 years, valet parking is excellent, friendly, and highly secure. more
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Excellent food, service, and ambience! 12/17/2008

Diverse menu, well-prepared food, superb ambience, excellent service, secure parking, and a personal touch from the owner and her family. Pros: Parking: In our experience over 7 years, valet parking is excellent, friendly, and highly secure. more
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Just great comfort food! 11/5/2008

Order an entree but you MUST order a pasta too. It practically melts in your mouth. You'll find out what you've been missing at other italian restaurants. Pros: The taste of the food more
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Just great comfort food! 11/5/2008

Order an entree but you MUST order a pasta too. It practically melts in your mouth. You'll find out what you've been missing at other italian restaurants. Pros: The taste of the food more
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Romance x 5 8/8/2008

this is a great little family restaurant that is hidden away in an industrial area of town. very limited tables but this is excellent for quiet discussions with your tablemates. The ambiance is great and the staff are properly trained to service customer but leave enough alone for private conversation. the food is excellent and well proportioned, you will not go home hungry. The wine list is extensive but you will pay for the uniqueness of the bottles. All in all an excellent experience and you will return time and time again. I have been in many family restaurants across the US and this rates at the top of my list for experiences. If you are there with a someone special, it's a sure bet. Pros: ambience, food and definite romantic dining Cons: expensive wine selection but they are very good wines so it is a balance. more
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Romance x 5 8/8/2008

this is a great little family restaurant that is hidden away in an industrial area of town. very limited tables but this is excellent for quiet discussions with your tablemates. The ambiance is great and the staff are properly trained to service customer but leave enough alone for private conversation. Pros: ambience, food and definite romantic dining Cons: expensive wine selection but they are very good wines so it is a balance. more
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bestttttttttttttttttttt fooooooooooooood 5/10/2008

I always take people that visit me to Giovanni's & they ALWAYS love it! The atmosphere is lovely. The restaurant is well decorated & inviting. They have an incredible array of pasta dishes & pizzas. I consistently get the Fettucini Roma, the mushrooms are to die for! Anything I've ever eaten there is delicious. Definitely a must-try if you're in the area & looking for a great meal for your money! more
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bestttttttttttttttttttt fooooooooooooood 5/10/2008

I always take people that visit me to Giovanni's & they ALWAYS love it! The atmosphere is lovely. The restaurant is well decorated & inviting. They have an incredible array of pasta dishes & pizzas. I consistently get the Fettucini Roma, the mushrooms are to die for! Anything I've ever eaten there is delicious. Definitely a must-try if you're in the area & looking for a great meal for your money! more
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Great Food - Great Night 4/15/2008

The food was fantastic, I had the Prociuto Pizza which was amazing, my friend had the Pecorino pizza, which was also great. Both were wonderful, great thin crusts, bursting with flavors from the fresh and abundant ingredients. The salads are simply dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt and pepper- but for once, you can actually taste the quality ingredients, not just the salad dressing. The wine selection was superb, and the bartender let us taste a few to see which we liked best. Would definitely go back, wonderful service. more
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Great Food - Great Night 4/15/2008

The food was fantastic, I had the Prociuto Pizza which was amazing, my friend had the Pecorino pizza, which was also great. Both were wonderful, great thin crusts, bursting with flavors from the fresh and abundant ingredients. The salads are simply dressed with lemon juice, olive oil, sea salt and pepper- but for once, you can actually taste the quality ingredients, not just the salad dressing. The wine selection was superb, and the bartender let us taste a few to see which we liked best. Would definitely go back, wonderful service. more
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I love this place! Mangia! Mangia! 4/13/2008

This is perfect home cooking italian. The place is always packed which is a sure sign that it is well liked. The bolognese and the lasagna are the best I've ever had. You can tell they use the best ingredients because even the simplest things are delicious! The pasta is an unbeatable deal and if you are with a large group - the portions are generous. There is also a under $25 wine list with a wide selection of both red and white. Mangia! Pros: Excellent Lasagne more
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I love this place! Mangia! Mangia! 4/13/2008

This is perfect home cooking italian. The place is always packed which is a sure sign that it is well liked. The bolognese and the lasagna are the best I've ever had. You can tell they use the best ingredients because even the simplest things are delicious! The pasta is an unbeatable deal and if you are with a large group - the portions are generous. There is also a under $25 wine list with a wide selection of both red and white. Mangia! Pros: Excellent Lasagne more
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  • Walking into Giovanni's today is not much different than it was being in the Cannarsa home during any of their special family gatherings. The same comfortable, congenial, atmosphere makes even distant strangers feel at home. Family photographs and antiques are displayed just as they were in Rosa's own living room. And just like home, the kitchen buzzes with activity preparing Rosa's traditional dishes as well as an endless gourmet of specialties created by Frances, Randy and their special staff.

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  • 8/16/2008 Provided by Citysearch
Additional information
  • Hours: Tue-Thu 11am-9pm Fri 11am-10pm Sat 4pm-10pm
  • Payments: Master Card, Visa, Discover, American Express
  • Neighborhoods: College Park, Oakwood Heights
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