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    Gina's Italian Kitchen & Tavern

    4.2 (125 reviews)
    InexpensiveItalian
    Closed 11:00 am - 2:30 AM (Next day)

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    GINA'S ITALIAN KITCHEN & TAVERN ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed
    Outdoor seating

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    Chicken Alfredo Mostaccioli
    John S.

    Decent food with a good amount of options for you to change dishes to your liking. We started with mozzarella sticks and southwestern egg rolls for appetizers. Both were good but my favorite thing was probably the french fries. I didn't love the Alfredo so maybe try meatballs. We came early on a Saturday so it wasn't too busy. The inside was pretty warm and cramped, though. The parking situation outside isn't much better so you might need to park closer to the road when it's busier.

    Look at that thin crust and the toppings are perfect!
    Rick C.

    As always Gina's on the West side of Hamilton was full on a Saturday evening but we didn't wait long. There is a reason why it's always busy and not just on weekends but every night. Gina's is delicious and also the best Italian restaurant in town. My wife ordered the Italian steak sandwich, which I had a bite of and I will tell you it was very good. I was in the mood for pizza when I usually order an entrée. Of course I got the house saled as did my wife and their Italian dressing always hits the spot. I was going to order a 7 inch pizza but my wife said go ahead and get the 14 and she will have some so we did. As always, I ordered my go to which is pepperoni and sausage. When it came out, it looked delicious and was piping hot so I let it cool a few minutes and dug right in. I have never had their pizza before because like I said, I usually order an entrée however one bite and I became a true believer in their pizza. I am going to call this the second best pizza in Hamilton right behind Chester's. The pepperoni was flavorful. The Italian sausage was on spot for flavor, there was plenty of cheese and a thin crust with a light brown bottom. Service as always was wonderful and I don't remember when it wasn't. Gina's is always a hit with my appetite and I love the atmosphere. True Italian food from an authentic Italian family. Stop in and you will see what I mean.

    Spaghetti pizza with meatballs
    Johannes P.

    Every once it a while you find yourself a foodie hidden gem , and this my friends was it for me! The wife and I had a craving for a good pizza and decided to give Gina's a chance. Now if you knew my wife you would know she is a sucker for a spaghetti pizza. Only thing is they didn't have a spaghetti pizza on their menu! Well these Angels, I call them angels because they are doing the Lord's work, offered to put one together one for us. I've been to many pizza joints eating spaghetti pizza along side her and from her mouth this was "THE BEST" she has ever had hands down.! It's just a little bar tucked back behind some buildings. But to us it is a hidden paradise we will return to whenever we're are in Ohio. Kudos ladies you deserve it!

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    Gloria Z.

    It's an Italian Tavern! It has been so long since I've been at an Italian Tavern. They are rare gems and even more so in this part of the country. I usually hesitate giving 5 stars on one visit but everything was great - and, it's an Italian tavern. Atmosphere at lunchtime was lively and loud, there was a baseball game on TV, two waitresses were bustling around to serve the many guests. My waitress was Tammy, and it was her 2nd day at Gina's. It was my first so we got along just fine. I felt very welcome. Tammy was prompt, friendly and helpful. I had the lunch lasagna which was delicious and a perfect portion. It had plenty of bubbly melted mozzarella on top. I was glad I didn't opt for extra as it was just right. Came with a nice slice of garlic bread. I got the 3-piece haddock dinner to go, to heat up for supper. Delicious. Nice fresh filets with a light breading that I think was cornmeal-based. Anyway far superior to typical fried fish breading. The homemade coleslaw was excellent, crispy and slightly sweet and it had green peppers in it. This was on the Lenten menu and I sure hope I can get something like it on my next visit. Inside is one big room - bar and tables. It works. There's a covered patio too. I really enjoyed Gina's and hope to return soon.

    We had seen the restaurant on YouTube and I took my wife to lunch, all the items were from the lunch menu. Half a Steak Hoagie: It was ordered with mushroom sauce which had no flavor of mushrooms at all. The onion overpowered tasting much of anything else. The hoagie roll was the star of the sandwich. The onion rings even though frozen (yes we asked) were pretty good. 7" (not 17" like the menu shows): It was a sausage and pepperoni. It was a disaster, I didn't ask but there are far superior frozen pizzas available at any grocery store. Half a Bacon Double Decker: Ok, a lot of bread that detracted. Mac and cheese the pasta was cooked perfectly, not a lot of cheese other than what was on top, portion was huge. Boneless Wings: The chicken was excellent, I asked for the homemade sauce that was a salt bomb. It was crowded and we had to sit at a high top or wait for an undetermined time. The chairs at the high tops were torture devices. The four toppers were jammed together, not an inviting atmosphere. Disappointed.

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    2 months ago

    Our food was very good a nice Italian sauce, good meatballs, and garlic bread. Delicious and nice knowledgeable wait staff.

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    8 months ago

    Gina's is the best little hidden gem in Hamilton. Everything on the menu is fresh and delicious. If you like Italian, Gina's is a MUST!!

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    5 months ago

    Very good food tried meatball sub it was delicious wife had lasagna said it was great also tried small pizza very good

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    The food was delish. I ordered the chicken Alfredo and garlic bread. The flavor was top notch.

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    Lasagna was great. Haven't tried anything else yet. Service was exceptional. The owner and staff are excellent.

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    Food Was very good. Best service in town. Set back off the busy street. Perfect setting for a quiet dinner.

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    Great service! Excellent food recommended to anyone! Menu choices during the Lenten season are awesome!

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    Food has no flavor. Bland was disappointing to expect flavorful Italian food and it fell short.

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    Calabria was busy and we went an hour or 2 before close. We called in and placed our order, which…read morewas a good idea because the place had many people inside. While there isn't much seating inside, the atmosphere was lively as the cooks make all the food in front of you, no walls, all out in the open. speaking Italian, and the cashier was full blown Italian as well. As authentic as it gets. The pasta was the main show stopper here, aldente and creamy. Great flavor. The salad was whatever, the garlic knots were super yummy. Gf loved them. Pizza was super solid as well, great consistency, and hit the spot. Made it even tastier knowing it came from an authentic Italian joint. Give them a shot.

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    Bravissimo! Lovely dining experience in a romantic, Italianesque atmosphere with charming artwork,…read morelow lights, cloth napkins, and candles on the tables. This was my choice for my birthday dinner and it was a good one. Service was top notch. Genuine smiles from the hostess, waitress, and the man who brought the warm bread basket. The waitress was cheerful, communicative, and she timed everything just right so the meal was perfect in every way including pace. The cocktails are works of art and well worth the prices (which are not above average). I included a picture of the two that we enjoyed. We got the arancini appetizer but asked for the peppercorn ranch on the side...which is my recommendation. It's actually very tasty and peppery and I think I'd love it on a salad. The arancini were excellent, golden brown and nicely put together. My husband had filet mignon done to perfect medium rare and I furthered my Italian food fix with the Campanelle Salsiccie. Sausage gravy was delicious though I thought there was a little too much sauce. House made pasta. Fresh grated Parmigiano cheese was a lovely addition. I took half my pasta dish home as I was so full. Generous portion! And, they knew it was my birthday and presented a complimentary tiramisu which was nice and light and so good. I hope to be back before too long. Great place for a very fine meal, and highly recommended.

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