I've always been a little weary of restaurants in strip plazas but being burned out on everything else in the local area, I decided to try Giovanni's. When I looked in the window, the place was empty but I decided to be brave. I opened the door I was warmly welcomed and seated. The first thing I noticed was how clean everything was and I like that the kitchen is in plain view of the dining room. I wasn't drinking this particular night but I took note that they had a nice selection of wine and beer. \r
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I ordered the Chicken Marsala. While I was waiting I enjoyed a salad with the house dressing which delightfully engaged my taste buds along with the fresh garlic bread. I finished just in time to watch Chef Juan plate my dinner. The first thing I noticed when it was placed before me was that the sauce was much lighter in color than other establishments in which I have dined. The Marcala wine was present just enough to let you know it was there along with the mushrooms. The chicken was tender and perfectly cooked as was the accompanying pasta.\r
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I could have been perfectly content to leave at that point until Giovanni told me about his fresh made deserts. I chose the cheesecake. Like everything in Giovanni's, the first bite you instantly know it's made there. It was creamy, excellent texture and flavor and the perfect end to dinner.\r
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Oh and by the way, during the course of my dinner, that empty dining room filled with regular customers who raved about all their favorite dishes, how nice the place is, and how they are recommending it to all their friends. And now I'm going to be a regular and have broadcast the location to all my friends on the various social networks.\r
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So even if you don't live in Austell, it would be worth the drive for some authentic Italian food.\r
Pros: Clean,Excellent Food, Excellent Service
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