Went here with a group of friends for a dinner reservation and had a good time. Service was slow honestly but our server was nice, seems like the type of place you can linger for hours but we were hungry! They gave us starter bread with olive oil, bread was eh and a little hard. My spaghetti alla gricia con tartufo was delicious! I loved the sauce and it came with just the right amount of meat and was perfectly al dente. My friends loved their food too. Overall: good Italian spot in the area if you're craving pasta but don't go in a rush and maybe order an app because the starter bread isn't great. read more

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did a thursday walk in and can honestly say twas amazing plus funniest waiter ever ordered bruschetta to start it was honestly really good def one of the best ive ever had. crunchy bread and the tomatoes were juicy and zesty i really wanted a vodka pasta for my main which they didnt have on the menu so i had them make it by saying to surprise me and no regrets it was a good pasta they even offered complimentary limonchello which my friends took however i dont drink would def recommend this is a hidden gem read more

Giano Restaurant - Bruschetta Tradizionale - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

You could truly taste that the pasta was made fresh - great simple sauces and a great price (for good handmade pasta in nyc). I loved the vibes and think this is a perfect place for a trusted Italian dinner. Will be going back! read more

Giano Restaurant - Spaghetti and meatballs - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

My girlfriends and I were craving some pasta, and found Giano's via Google Search and Yelp's "nearby," and it was one of the greatest things that could happen to us that night. The whole experience was great! There was not a long wait, the music was good (and random for the aesthetic of the restaurant -- you would think they'd play romantic, classical music but here comes some Michael Jackson, but I'm not complaining), the food was delicious and the waiter/manager (?) was so whimsical! He was a character for sure, and it added to the experience. For appetizers, we got the calamari and meatballs -- both *chef's kiss*. I could have probably drowned in the tomato sauce with no complaints. The tagliatelle alla bolognese? The only thing I was upset about was the portion size because I could've had two plates of it. It was the same grass-fed beef as the meatballs and similar (if not same) tomato sauce, AND my favorite type of pasta (tagliatelle), so of course I was happy. I also suggest to order the tiramisu. I won't go into detail, so try it yourself. (Hint: *drool*) read more

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pastas were BUSSSSS. texture super al dente without being undercooked. i got the amatriciana and the chunks of pancetta were so gooooood. perfect fat to meat ratio, reminded me of thick cut bacon. the waiter also comes by to sprinkle parmesan on your pasta, which i thought was fun. the kale salad was nothing to write home about, but the kale was quite tender and they were very accommodating about my dislike of goat cheese. prices were also very decent (most pastas less than $25) and the vibes were super cozy but still upscale. highly recommend for friend get togethers!! read more

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My friend and I walked in without a reservation on a very busy Friday night. They were able to accommodate us either outside or at the bar and we chose the bar. The hostess (maybe the owner???) was an older Italian woman who was very friendly. She read us off the specials and they all sounded so delicious that we ordered all 4! My personal favorite was the spinach gnocchi. We had the chocolate soufflé for desert. Overall it was some of the best Italian food I've had in the city. The restaurant is very cozy and inviting, I can't wait to come back! read more

To be fair I only got the tiramisu to go but literally it's the best tiramisu I've had in my life. I chilled it in the fridge for a bit and it tasted amazing - not too sweet with the right ratio of mascarpone and ladyfinger. $13 for a 4x5 inch slice. Get it. read more

Took my daughter here for her birthday and we had a fantastic time! Food was really good, we will definitely be back!

Delicious homemade pasta! We also had the bruschetta which was very fresh. Slower service but overall enjoyable meal read more

Giano Restaurant - Spaghetti con Polpette - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Love it there, such a fun place for a family dinner. Food is great, service perfect. Come back as often as I can. read more

I loved the space- neatly arranged, moody lighting and minimalist. Very clean. Service was good. Nothing special. Food was meh. Very bland and under seasoned. I had rigatoni, sausage and broccoli rabe. It was bland - the broccoli rabe was very good. The sausage was boiled - I did not enjoy the consistency. It should've had a grilled or fried taste to it. It was in a broth, not a sauce. My husband had rigatoni and meatballs, and it was good. He enjoyed it but again under-seasoned. Many better options in town. The only thing that drives here is price. It's inexpensive. read more

Really enjoyed my experience here-- service was very personable, the place itself was very nice and had a cool interior, and the food was good. I got the mushroom tagliatelle and my friend got the ravioli. Decent sized portions. Only thing was we sat on the back patio which was nice but very warm (even for 8:30p at night). Would recommend getting an indoor table close to the front windows (which open up) if you want an outdoor-ish experience since the back is a bit stuffy. But overall really great! Would go back to try some more things. read more

Amazing food .. so authentic and service was fabulous and sincere Try the spinach croquette and all the pastas very amazing Can't wait to come back read more

Everything was just delightful !! Ambiance, food, service, price too. We were the first ones there at 6:00pm, and thought what happened to the patrons!! Within 30mins the place was packed!! Definitely a return trip Tommy G read more

You are not living unless you've tasted the asparagus appetizer special: asparagus wrapped in prosciutto with cheese topping. In addition, Giano's has mastered the Tiramisu, would highly recommend for a delicious dessert. Unbelievable taste for all dishes ordered, especially the thick and creamy Rigatoni con Salsiccia. One interesting dynamic was the music choice, which bounced around genres and didn't seem to match the greatness of the meal. Also, the plates look and taste much better than pictured on the website, so take those photos with a grain and salt and believe that Giano's will exceed expectations! read more

Another amazing dinner here. it took me seven years to come back, but it was so well worth it. My husband and I came for Father's Day. We had a glass of wine. They're delicious bread with olive oil the rigatoni and a Caprese short and sweet will be back soon. . How was our server and he's great very personable attentive and if you can, he will speak Italian to you. And the tiramisu is the best I've ever had !! Light flavorful and just enough read more

Giano Restaurant - Definitely the best tiramisu I've ever had - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Still a solid spot for pasta - with dim and intimate lighting, great for catch ups or date nights! The host makes the experience so fun as well - he walks through each of the specials with such enthusiasm, it makes you want to try everything on the menu! I really enjoyed my pasta dish - spaghetti with a clean white wine sauce, with the savory greasiness from the pancetta and topped off with truffle oil. Absolutely delish and light! read more

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Great service, nice environment and good food. Made reservation, didn't have to wait to be seated

Service was wonderful, before we had the chance to eat the server swiftly got under our table and put a small support under one of the legs, so as to prevent it from shaking. The staff were very open and friendly. The food was delicious and authentically Italian. The locale was very cozy and inviting. read more

After my best friend/roommate/USC basketball superstar got DUMPED, he hadn't stepped outside our apartment for 7 days straight. He normally gets a haircut every 3 days, so after he skipped the 2nd one of the week, I really began to worry. After a long week of hearing Drake's "Tried Our Best" on loop faintly coming from his room, I knew I had to get him outside. I thought dragging him to his favorite restaurant would be the first step in curing his crippling depression and stop our apartment from flooding with tears of what could have been. I also couldn't listen to "Tried Our Best" anymore. I recommended we go to Giano, as I knew he and his ex hadn't been there so it was a safe space and no PTSD would occur: "What if we go to Giano, Big Bro? We haven't been in forever!" ... For the first time in a week, I saw his ears perk up a bit and saw some semblance of his soul begin to re-enter his light brown eyes. "Uhmmmm, yeah. I could do that, Lil Cuzzo." After dragging his feet like a little kid mad at his mom for 4 blocks, we arrived at the promised land. We walked into the small but cozy Italian interior with no reservation. It was PACKED. "No reservation?" the host asked in a thick Northern Italian accent. My voice said "No res, no worries if we can't get in I know it's a big ask" but my eyes were screaming "Please god just have a seat for us. We can't take another L this week..." She heard my eyes loud and clear, and we were seated immediately. Upon sitting down, I immediately ordered 2 bottles of Chianti which I know gives alcoholic tendencies, but I had to wean this man off the magnum handle of grey goose in any way possible and I wasn't going to let him drink alone and feel like there is not another single soul in the universe that is there for him. Plus red wine is good for you hehehehe :). He ordered the lasagna, and I of course ordered the tagliatelle alla bolognese because I'm a BEAST! He obviously didn't touch the bread that was served to start the meal off, as this man is semteem* lbs down from a week ago, but I was cool with that because it was straight HEAT. Few things like some fresh bread and olive oil. When his lasagna came, he just sat there staring at it like a sick Golden Retriever looking at its bowl of Pedigree Dog Food. After I was half way through my delicious bolognese, I saw his right paw, fork in hand, put enough pressure to FINALLY cut through his lasagna. He slices a big piece and finally takes a bite. I detailed earlier about how I saw his soul re-enter his body a bit when I mentioned Giano, but this bite really brought my brotha BACK! It must have been what Jesus felt when he saw his boy Lazarus come back to life after being dead for 4 days. Not saying I'm Jesus but..... tendencies........ He HOUSED that thing. I legit had only seen this man eat the Jayson Tatum Ruffles all week, so him eating this whole piece of lasagna was damn near a miracle. Giano is really like that. After cleaning his plate, he whips out his phone, furiously types something and says "I just hit my barber I need to get a mf cut it's been a minute!" THIS GIANO LASAGNA BROUGHT MY BOY BACK TO LIFE! THANK YOU GIANO! GIANO LASAGNA THE HEARTBREAK CURE! IG @jnov_ Tiktok @jnov__ *semteem = 17* read more

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Wonderful selection of delicious pastas and wines. I recommend the cacio e pepe, lasagna, arugula salad, and the sauvignon blanc! All were fabulous, and I will definitely be back. Friendly service and a warm, cozy space. read more

Giano Restaurant - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

I found Giano via Yelp and made a reservation on a whim. I'm so glad I did! Giano is your perfect, neighborhood Italian place! The inside is dimly lit and it's perfect for a casual date night or catch up with friends. To start, they give out complimentary bread. The bread was delicious and fresh, though I do wish it was served warm. For the main, I decided to go with the gnocchi special of the night (spinach gnocchi with brown butter and sage). Let me tell you, this is the BEST gnocchi I have ever had. It was literally melting in my mouth! It was delicious and I still dream about it to this day. On top of the incredible food, the server was warm and welcoming. He really took the time to walk through the menu and ultimately helped me make my choice- which I loved! Giano officially has my heart after my experience there and I need to come back asap to eat some more gnocchi! read more

Giano Restaurant - Gnocchi Special - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

We were in town for a few days and after seeing a Broadway show, I asked my New York friend for a great Italian restaurant recommendation. He suggested GIANO on 126 E 7th St. Although it was a bit out of our way since we were on 42nd and 8th, we trusted his taste and took a cab--and I'm so glad we did. Wow! He couldn't have recommended a better place. The dishes were absolutely delicious, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. Paolo and Roberta were incredibly authentic, professional, friendly, and caring. The atmosphere was so relaxed and welcoming, making the entire experience even more enjoyable. Below are a few photos of the amazing dishes we ordered. This place truly deserves 5 out of 5 stars. Highly recommend it to anyone looking for an authentic and memorable Italian dining experience in NYC. read more

Giano is a wonderful East Village neighborhood restaurant. The owner knows his regulars and they comfortably chat with him at the bar area. The pastas are all house made and the sauces are sublime. Balanced and subtle flavors in every dish. The tiramisu is the best that I have tasted. Espresso and a limoncello finished the evening meal. Perfetto! read more

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Such a cute little place in East Village. Perfect for date night! Service was very quick and everyone was so friendly. Got the tagliatelle bolognese and it was AMAZING. All homemade pasta and you can def taste it! read more

I tried the gemelli with pesto and the porcini mushroom ravioli. The ravioli was nice, but a bit simple. The gemelli was great - the pesto had a distinct creamy and herb flavor, and the pasta had the perfect texture. I also tried the cheesecake for dessert, which was soft and creamy with some lemon flavor. It was good, though I would probably just skip dessert next time. The bill came out to about $80 for two, which isn't outrageously expensive. Full marks just for the gemelli. read more

I have dreams about the pasta here! Delicious every time! Service is always phenomenal and really elevates the experience. read more

Giano Restaurant - Frittura di Calamari - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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Maybe it's because I am from Texas, but I found the staff to be rather rude. I hadn't had a chance to review the menu and asked for help and was met with an attitude. The tables are rather close together so there is a lack of privacy. The lackluster service really docked points. read more

Great little spot with super friendly staff and delicious food. Small and tucked into a cool neighborhood. read more

Giano Restaurant - Hidden gem in East Village with pals! - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

A step above the average Italian restaurant in New York! Not the best in my book, but pretty decent, and service was friendly, definitely better than average. Apps (burrata) were good, over arugula and tomato, tasted pretty fresh. Pasta dishes around the table were ok, not amazing. I think they fell a little short on the flavor to be honest. The white sauce was pretty heavy. The tiramisu was advertised as one of the best in North America - it was good, but I wouldn't necessarily call it the best I'd ever had. If you do visit, I would recommend getting it though! Wine list was pretty extensive, and overall vibes were great. read more

Giano Restaurant - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

Nestled among many great restaurants in the East Village, Giano is a great option for a quaint dining experience. The ambience works well for both a date night or group dinner with friends. The decor gives it a unique cozy vibe. We ordered the special of the day beef brisket tagliatelle and spaghetti with meatballs. Both were delicious! The tagliatelle meat sauce was tender and juicy. Meatballs were full of flavor and perfectly cooked, the spaghetti sauce just the right amount of sweet and the pasta was a cheesy delight. Portion size was quite plentiful. Also ordered the Tiramisu which was sweet and rich and great finisher -surprised by how large it was as well. The service was quick and attentive! read more

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What a gem! I love this restaurant! The space is small-ish but the tables are far apart enough so that you feel spacious and not on top of another group. The ambience is nice, with streaming lights by the window when it got dark. Although the menu isn't much like the ones we had in Northern Italy, the food is very much so. The pasta is homemade and fresh. I ordered the rigatoni with sausage ragout, cream sauce and truffle oil. It was such a spectacular dish! The rigatoni was perfectly al dente, with a sturdiness to each bite. The cream sauce was tasty, enveloped with truffle flavor. It wasn't overly creamy. I didn't get to try the chicken but my husband said the chicken was very tender and good. We ordered tiramisu for dessert. Do not miss this! It is delicious, not overly sweet with the right amount of cream. My only complains are 1) we ordered sparkling water but the staff didn't understand us and gave us tap water. There was some confusion but we just went with the tap water. 2) the complimentary house bread, though delicious with the olive oil provided, was not hot. I am partial to bread that comes out piping hot from the oven. read more

Giano is a lowkey, low light vibe ambiance/ classic italian restaurant located in the east village, the pasta is great quality with great flavors along with great service. Some really good appetizers to start i would recommend the frittura di calamari - it tastes very fresh and well fried paired well with marinara sauce or tartar sauce. Also the toasted ravioli was a fried ravioli- the cheese was so delicious and the outer layer was nice and crunchy to bite into. For main course- i ordered the tagliatelle alla bolognese pasta. If you love beef this is your pasta. The beef is seasoned to perfection blended perfectly with the sauce and cheese. By far one of my favorite pasta dishes on the menu. Dessert- you can never go wrong with a tiramisu. Let's just say it is for sure rated top 5 in North America for a reason. Very yummy way to end a great meal. read more

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One of the best pastas I've had in nyc and was such at an affordable price. Server was the funniest and made us feel so so welcome. read more

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Fantastic service and ambiance. The staff is welcoming and the delivery of the specials was very entertaining! We enjoyed our pasta and wine. The homemade rigatoni was perfectly Al dente. We had a reservation but it wasn't super busy when we went. I'd happily return! read more

Giano Restaurant - Rigatoni con cime di rapa e salsiccia - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

The food tasted absolutely incredible!! However the portion size isn't huge. But if you get a light appetiser. Then that will most likely do you. The staff are so welcoming and friendly! Nicest staff i have ever come across. They will make you feel so welcome and make you feel like you are at home. The restaurant looks really nice and it is lit up by some nice little lights. Also has a nice outside spot which looked really great. Get ready to tip people cos that is what you will be wanting to do after you visit Giano's. Thankyou! read more

What an amazing experience! I got the gnocchi special, which was some of the softest pasta I've ever had in my life and perfect tiramisu. It had a great ambiance and the service felt personal- just like we were in Italy! Highly recommend for a date night or a quaint special occasion. read more

Giano Restaurant - Tiramisu - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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What a hidden gem! I really loved this spot. The staff is amazing and the service was great. We ordered the meatballs to start which were super juicy and not dry at all, the sauce is really what makes it! For entree I had the tagliatelle bolognese which was also delicious. Then they gave us a free chocolate cake for dessert which was so sweet read more

Giano Restaurant - Rigatoni con cime di rapa e salsiccia - Italian Near Me - New York, New York

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A lovely authentic Italian restaurant that has the feels straight outta Italy from the host and waiter granted it felt like a wife and husband team. I never asked but it's my assumption haha! Came here with friends to celebrate a successful comic con and we were very pleasantly delighted with everything we had and the wine offered was a perfect compliment to the pasta dishes. Would recommend this place to everyone in search of amazing Italian cooking! read more

Okay, so I didn't realize I had been here 11 years ago but I am so happy this place is going strong, especially after one heck of a year for restaurants. Our server was extremely attentive this time around. He may possible have been the owner. He explained recommended a delicious wine and food options. We went with the special appetizer and shared the 2 pasta specials. We also ordered meatballs which were delicious. Everything we had was divine. The burrata and carpaccio was nice combination. I was not expecting to enjoy the gnocchi as much as I did since I'm usually not a fan of gnocchi, but it was cooked to perfection - it really did melt in our mouths like he had described. We ended with dessert - a cheesecake and tiramisu. The tiramisu was so good here. Excellent service. Very cute spot. I would love to return here again next time I'm in the city. read more

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