Order the stuffed artichoke as soon as you sit down. Homemade rolls with garlic/without garlic when you're seated. Regulars order loaf of homemade bread with order too. Salad comes with main dish. Large portions you will always take home. Also, it's always crowded especially on holidays. Make reservations. The lunch is less expensive for the same. I highly recommend. Great for birthday & anniversaries. I have frequented here many times. Parking in the back could be a hassle depending on time, day & holiday rush. NOT in some Publix parking lot with many shops. Atmosphere is pleasant too. Can't go wrong here. read more

I haven't been to this restaurant in at least eight years and basically it is the same. I think they added I back outdoor patio to eat All food comes with a delicious same salad for the last 34 years and a small pasta. The food is delicious. We had chicken Parmesan nice large portion with a little of pasta. Also had the snapper of special fish of the day little pricey $50 came with the salad the salad are outstanding and also had an eggplant rollati appetizer service was good acoustic little loud parking is easy. They have a parking lot after 34 years it's still going strong and you can see why the waitress was very nice and helpful. She's been there for 12 years. Rosa.R read more

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The past few times I had come here, I had absolutely loved it. The last time I came here, there was one thing slightly wrong -- the chicken parm (while large) didn't distribute the sauce and cheese evenly: cheese in middle and sauce on sides (as shown in pic) The bread keeps the rating high, but I hope they improve their display of the parm! read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Chicken parm - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

The garlic rolls were good. We ordered manicotti. Sorry, but it tasted like noodles with ricotta cheese and tomato soup as the sauce. Not impressed at all.. I was hoping for a homemade sauce-very disappointing....and expensive!! The salad had a bitter taste too.. this does not seem like a high class restaurant at all. The outside seating was fine. read more

First time here and so impressed! Ambience five stars white tablecloths, one TV in the dining room if you're interested in watching the sports. Our waitress, MONICA WAS SUPERB. Delightful, smiling, professional, and on the ball! We never waited for anything. The fresh baked bread and the garlic rolls were worth dying for if you could live till eternity and keep eating them. Really that good! The men ordered lamb chops which they said were the best they'd ever had ...nice big size and flavorful. Salads were fresh and cold and very large. The soup was a meal in itself which all came with the entrées. I can't say enough good things about this restaurant. If you love Italian food or seafood or steak, check this place out!!!! Reza the manager walked around to make sure everything was up to par. this place is a gem! Almost forgot to mention the homemade desserts. All delicious. read more

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FAMILY STYLE! This was an amazing Italian restaurant! Came into town for a meeting and gave this place a try! The staff here were very attentive which we really appreciated. The food here was larger family style portions that were very delicious! When I am back in town, I will definitely come back! read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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This is a free standing restaurant. It has parking but you may find it difficult to find parking when the restaurant is packed. There is seating in the main room as well as the patio area which is enclosed. Our waitress was so friendly and funny. We had the lunch specials and everything was delicious! We started with garlic rolls and fresh baked bread and it was addictive! read more

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This is positively another one of the best Italian restaurants for large scale fine dining. The atmosphere is very nice and more upscale than most. The service is top notch, professionally excuted. They have evening specials too. We had a wide range of traditional dishes. Come hungry as the portions are large and tasty. Our table had lasagne, ziti with meat sauce, chicken Parmesan, and a few other dishes. The garlic knots were amazing as were the salads. Everything fresh and must be cooked to order. The owner walks around, greets folks and ensures every is satisfied. Love love. Let me know if you agree. read more

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Well deserved five stars for this well established Pompano Beach traditional Italian restaurant. Invited by two of my friends who are top tier Yelpers to try the cuisine. Immediately recognized the classic upper scale ambiance by the crystal wine glasses placed on the white table cloths with the silverware perfectly positioned next to the crowned folded napkins. The server was ultra professional and placed a basket of garlic rolls in the center of the table. As we engulfed the soft bread, he announced the specials of the day. The swordfish sounded wonderful but ordered the Chicken Parmigiana with fresh cut potato wedges and a house salad with crumbled gorgonzola cheese. The entire meal was flavorful and filling. The gender assigned bathroom was clean with a gold thickly wrapped mirror above a white pedestal sink continuing the classic decor through the rest of the restaurant. Will return soon to maybe try the swordfish. read more

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I took a friend out to celebrate a special occasion since I had heard good things about Giannis. They definitely didn't disappoint. We had calamari appetizer which was cooked perfectly. For entrees, we had eggplant parm , chicken parm and a chicken dish . All brought leftovers for the next day. A salad was included which had a dressing we all loved and the garlic rolls when delicious and drenched in garlic (no one to kiss so it's fine lol) one friend got dessert - a cannoli which she enjoyed . Prices seemed mid level and were worth it for the food . We all had leftovers for the next day . We all know Italian leftovers are always even better the second day . read more

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Had lunch at Giannis on Pompano Beach. This is my favorite Italian restaurant in South Florida. Reasonably priced lunch menu with big portions, salad, garlic rolls, and homemade bread. The calamari Fran Diablo made to order. I ask for oil and garlic rather than marinara sauce. Lots to f calamari over spaghetti. Family style and fresh. And always impeccable service. This is a very popular restaurant in the area and had been around for many years. If you near pompano beach this is worth the visit. read more

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Stopped in for lunch yesterday with some friends. Forgot to take any pics. Their lunch special is a great price and basically just a smaller portion size of their regular dinner menu. You still get a salad and the amazing hot fresh made garlic knots. Went with the chicken franchese which also comes with a side of pasta. Fresh, hot and delicious. I will say next time I will go for something different. The next table over all ordered the lasagna and the portion looked huge and they all could stop raving how good it was. read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

Four of us went to dinner and it was the first time there for all of us. There was a lot to like about Gianni's, and a few things that leads me to rate them with 4 stars rather than 5. The service was great and everyone who came to our table was efficient and welcoming. Our server was fantastic, a perfect blend of friendly and attentive without being intrusive. The only hiccup was that one of us ordered a vodka on the rocks dirty, yet there was no olive juice. However, nothing was said to the server about it, so each drink continued to come out wrong; therefore, it was not the server's fault. The food was mostly excellent. Their garlic rolls were pillowy soft and their loaf of bread was crusty on the outside and soft on the inside, which I love. The salads were fresh and crisp with a very garlicky vinaigrette. The eggplant rollatini was loaded with ricotta and topped with a tasty tomato sauce. The veal parmigiana was tender and a huge serving. While the broccoli rapa over penne was delicious, the sausage in it was not as good as the rest of the dish. The spaghetti with meat sauce was good. The biggest issue with this restaurant is the fact that the tables are so close together that some of the seating borders on being uncomfortable. I was wedged partially against a wall and the person seated at the adjacent table. It was difficult to position my chair to where I felt that I had my own space, and I'm not a large person. This definitely leads to getting cozy with your neighbors, which could be a good thing for some. If you go knowing the negatives and are ok with them, Gianni's is worth the visit. I would go back, for sure, but I'd probably sit at the bar. I need my elbow room! read more

The Chicken Marsala was tender and the herbs were flavorful. Loved my house salad appetizer with the crisp fresh lettuce with the Gorgonzola cheese that gave it a nice punch. Ate the salad with a dirty martini with a blue cheese stuffed olive garnish. The complimentary wet garlic rolls were a meal in itself. The old family pictures on the wall next to the front bar gave the Italian restaurant a sense of family. The only issue was the angle parking spaces were tight from drivers having issues not parking over the lines but found normal spaces in the back lot. read more

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Came here for dinner. I know this is a good restaurant but tonight was an exception. We sat down at 7 pm and left well after 9 pm. We struggled with service the entire dinner. By the time I got our main dish I had to return it because it was not hot enough We started with clams and artichoke was which good. House salad came 40 minutes later. Salads were good as well. Entrees came 40 minutes later. Chicken Parmigiana was very good and good portion. Eggplant parmigiana was ok at best. Dinners came with the salad and spaghetti. Garlic bread and a big roll of bread given upon sitting down. Busy loud restaurant but lively ambiance. Prices very reasonable. read more

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Great service. Great food. Nice atmosphere! Old school style the way restaurants should be run. read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Shrimp Francine or something like that - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

It's good, but to me.It's an old battalion man's restaurant i've been there a few times good service, just not my thing.I like to place a couple of doors up from him a little bit more modern read more

Starting the new year off with a five-star review. This restaurant has been on my bucket list forever. I had an opportunity to have lunch here a while back and it was delicious. The restaurant faces Atlantic Ave, but the main entrance is in the back of the building, along with a lot where you can park. Parking is free and the restaurant doesn't offer valet. The garlic rolls are huge and insanely good, and they were the best I've had in a long time. We started off with the baked clams oreganata. I love baked clams and these were delicious. Our meals came with a salad that was topped with blue cheese crumbles and a tangy vinaigrette. The salad is practically a meal in itself, so next time I will pack it up to take home. I believe at night the salad has romaine lettuce and during lunch they use iceberg. I am not positive about this, but regardless, the lunch salad is delicious. My Veal Pizzaiola was excellent. The veal was tender and prepared in a terrific red sauce and it came with spaghetti. I went home with so much food! They have a great lunch menu that's reasonably priced. The portions are generous and they use quality ingredients. Giannis is an upscale family owned and operated Italian restaurant that's been in business since 1989. They started in New York and they are serving authentic homemade Italian food. The tables are very close together and the dining room is loud. The food and service are top notch. Typically I try to stay away from very noisy restaurants, but I loved it here so I will 100% come back. When we arrived for an early lunch it wasn't that busy or loud, but when we left the restaurant was packed and very loud. Highly recommend and don't forget to make a reservation. Enjoy! read more

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Went today for lunch with our cousin, they had some very reasonable $18 specials. My father and I ordered some Linguini and white clam sauce, it was solid. The salad was very good too. The staff was very nice and the restaurant was nice. The chairs however were very uncomfortable. Very good overall! read more

This place is truly a hidden gem! If you live in Pompano, you probably already know about it... but if you don't, you'd never guess how amazing it is, so I'm here to tell you. Everything is top-tier: the food, service, atmosphere, and even the parking. My family has been celebrating Christmas Eve here for the past few years, and we absolutely love it every time. I wish I could remember our server's name (I believe it started with a D), he was incredibly efficient and attentive throughout our entire meal. If you need menu recommendations, I can't recommend the Veal Francese enough. It comes with the most delicious lemon butter sauce. The Branzino was also tremendous, and the fried mozzarella is a perfect appetizer to start the meal. They also informed us they grow their own spicy peppers right outside which is so cool, if you like spice ask about it! read more

Gianni's packs lots of flavor into their menu and lots of tables into their dining room. On busy nights, you'll be so close to fellow diners, you may make new friends. ("Excuse me, are you going to eat that last garlic roll?") But seriously, it was a festive, big family experience. The service was excellent and the food was great. Nice to see a restaurant doing well and remaining popular with high quality after so many years. The loaf of Italian bread and huge garlic rolls were ample and outstanding. Pace yourself! I had the seafood fra diavalo. Lots of mussels and calamari, clams and shrimp and octopus in a not-too-spicy red sauce over pasta. Lots of leftovers brought home. Paired it with a glass of Chianti to complete the experience. read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Gianni's Seafood Fra Diavalo - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

So went there last nite party of 5 food was ok nothing outstanding very pricey I would of gave it a better review but I didn't wanted pasta with my chicken parm so waiter John asked me if I wanted broccoli I said no would you have broccoli rab he said yes of course but he never told me or the other people in my party there was an xtra charge for that so when the bill came we where all charged $7 for the broccoli rab that's insane it was such a tiny bowl we could of ordered one side dish instead of 3 dishes no less waiter never suggested it to us that there was a larger dish of broccoli rab . Bad waiter sorry John was not happy with you that's why we didn't give you the tip you should of got when I asked you about the charge u told me there is xtra charge at Burger King for onion rings instead of fries really!!!!! Wow ok Owner of Gianni your waiter John left a bad taste in my mouth read more

Food excellent, service wonderful. Prices for lunch specials reasonable. Loved the vibe.

Great lunches or dinner, services fabulous ,white linen. Lunch is very reasonable. My favorite is the chicken Parmesan. Oh no the chicken marsala can't make up my mind comes with a nice salad garlic rolls and a loaf of bread. So good . Gets busy parking is a little iffy, but it's worth it read more

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Visiting friends on Florida East Coast and she suggested this restaurant for dinner. This is a family run business and the owner greets you at the door and welcome you to his restaurant. Restaurant is fairly large and it also has a fair number of outdoor cables that are mostly covered by a canopy. I would have to say this is an upscale Italian eatery with white tablecloth and above average dinnerware and silverware. our waitress has been with the restaurant for five years, and I noticed several other weight staff that appeared to have been there for a number of years. This is very much a professional operation and the restaurant does a superb job of dealing with their patrons. Our waitress was thoroughly versed on the menu as well as the specials offered that evening. She also gave me a good recommendation for a wide selection. Once seated in your drink order taken, you are provided a basket of their lovely garlic rolls and a loaf of Italian bread. While the bread looked inviting, I was disappointed in that I was expecting something nice and crusty instead of soft and wonder bread like. Our dinner selections included chicken, piccata, chicken, Parmesan, and veal marsala. Every entrée comes with the house, salad and spaghetti. Everything was four star plus and as you can tell from the pictures, presentation is important and they did not disappoint. As you can also tell from the pictures, portions are generous to say the least and after eating the lovely salad and some bread, my wife and I could only eat half of our entrées. We were also celebrating my birthday and I was provided a complementary housemaid tiramisu along with singing wait staff, very nice. This is the kind of restaurant that does not suffer when the snowbirds go north as they provide their customers with great food at very reasonable prices. I did not get a picture of the tiramisu, but again the presentation was four star, but the taste was probably only three stars . I will gladly return the next time we visit our friends in the area read more

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While our 3 or 4 prior visits were very good this one was special. First, this place is always crazy busy. That said, we were seated within 5 minutes of our reservation time. Our server, Radu, was quick to swing by our table and introduce himself. As the meal progressed it became evident that we were being treated to exceptional service! His suggestions, pleasant and professional demeanor set us all at ease. While the food was terrific, as always, his service was the star of the show. The meals are not inexpensive but worth it. The bread and rolls (baked on site) and salad (included) are a meal by themselves. Every entree we have had was excellent. Do not hesitate to try this restaurant when in the area. It never disappoints. And be sure to ask for Radu from Romania. read more

Been going here for years and still one of the best in town...especially for their lunch specials. If you are available for lunch on a weekday, than this place is for you. Entrees are in the $15-19 range and come with a large salad and the most delicious garlic rolls. (If you're a vampire and don't want garlic, they can bring you plain rolls.). The lunch is a great deal, but dinner here is fabulous as well. I enjoyed the linguine with clams, and they were not skimpy with the clams in the sauce. Our server was excellent and very attentive, and you can tell that the entire serving staff works together to make sure everyone has their drinks refilled, etc. Inside is a very classy Italian restaurant with linen covered tables. The tables are close together, so I wouldn't say this is an intimate and quiet restaurant. Parking can be a little difficult, but having patience will reward you in the end. I'm glad to see Gianni's doing so well after being in Pompano for so long. There is a reason... as this place is a gem. read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - Garlic rolls - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

Very popular spot--we went at 8pm on a Saturday & every table was filled! Fast, friendly service. The garlic rolls are delicious as are the meatballs for a starter. We ordered a fried calamari app as well and it was such a huge portion that we barely made a dent in it. The wedge salad was tasty before the entrees arrived but we were already almost full. The portion sizes are enormous--seriously we could have shared one pasta plate! read more

Let's start with the positives. Food is great. That is if you can get it. The table times for main dishes to arrive is an hour. An hour! Not great. The owner is walking around doing nothing. He was out in the parking lot for awhile possibly on a smoke break with his friend that came for dinner. We sat under the tent that should not be. If you build a restaurant back in the day and you have a certain size kitchen for a reason why would you add another 60 people under a tent when you can't serve them efficiently?! Floating trash in front of our table was not what we expected. After we talked to the owner he offered a desert. A desert for waiting an hour and not telling us when we ordered. I will end with the dress code for men is the not same as the women. I wore a very high end sleeveless mens shirt (size M) and was asked to change or put on a bright white Giannis logo shirt (size XL). I was ok with the policy BUT when I looked at the women in the room with very large arms exposed I was shocked. Gotta get with the times. I would not go to this place and will not return. read more

Giannis Italian Restaurant - What we heard was the owners car parked eligibly in the fire lane. - Italian Near Me - Pompano Beach, Florida

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If I could give zero stars, it would be for last night. Our reservation was for 7:30. After receiving our drinks, salad and soup, it took over an hour and 30 minutes to receive our entrees. Our food arrived at 9:30 and it was horrible! Luke warm chicken piccata & veal piccata! One of our guests asked them to pack it to go because she had to leave. We asked to speak with the owner and he was unapologetic and just said he would check with the kitchen but never returned. We had to keep waving our waiter and waitress over to ask what the heck was going on! We have been here many times and never experienced such bad service and cold food! Not sure that we will ever return! Plenty of good Italian restaurants to choose from! read more

They make an Excellent Veal Ossobuco !!!! The pasta dishes are also excellent !!!! The service staff is attentive and timely !!!!

Top rate, authentic New York style Italian food! We ordered the clams to start. They were not too greasy and lightly breaded. I would have liked to see 1 or 2 more on the dish but we were still satisfied with the flavor. The garlic bread and loaf that came out before the apps were delicious. If you are nervous or concerned about having a heavy garlic flavor on the rolls, be prepared. I don't believe in "too much garlic." And these were great. We also ordered the veal Parmesan. The portion size was great. It was lightly breaded and fried to perfection. The sauce was homemade and also had a very nice flavor. read more

The food was absolutely amazing. I have never been to such an authentic Italian place. All the staff had wonderful manners and Italian accents. It was a full restaurant. read more

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No waiter for 30 min! Wait, wait , wait. We sat, chatted then finally a waitress! No water after asking for it 3 times. Garlic roll are dripping with oil, fake out of a jar garlic. So strong that they were inedible . Food not great, lamb horrible. We will not be back and would never recommend. Ps smoking at entrance is Not a good look. Especially when you can see your waitress having a puff instead of paying attention . There are much better restaurants all over that would be better than Gianni's read more

I ate here today at lunch with a couple of other people and my food was not great. Everyone else's looked good though. And the garlic rolls looked great although I didn't try any. Good service. And nice environment. read more

97 of 100 Yelp review December challenge This family owned restaurant in Pompano Beach was the real deal when it comes to Authentic Italian cuisine. As you enter this beautiful restaurant, you see white linen tables and beautiful decorations. Quickly seated and drink orders taken.Their signature garlic rolls were so good that we ordered some to go. Their chicken Parmesana was served with a side of pasta, and garlic rolls were exquisite. Make room for dessert as their world famous cannolis are to die for. read more

Very good large portions. You start the meal with delicious garlic knots and big salad. The portions are huge and very good. The only problem is the noise. It is very loud. read more

The most delicious meal!!! Everything from start to finish was superb!! From the garlic rolls to the veal chop and everything in between read more

Outstanding service and food that was exactly what I wanted. We have been there twice now and love everything about the place.

Fave Italian restaurant! For years! The ambiance is so cute and warming. The service and staff are lovely and attentive. Food is delicious and the portions are huge! Anything you want they are so accommodating. I wanted an alla vodka sauce with raviolis and boom! Was amazing!!!!!! The garlic rolls are life changing and I could eat their salad all day long. My husband got the fettuccine and an order of meatballs! The meatballs are seriously massive. At the end I ordered a cappuccino with a Tartufo! Everything about Gianni's is wonderful. Please take the time to try this restaurant if you have not yet! You'll never want to go anywhere else! read more

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