Wednesday, May 26, 2010

Giovanni's Ristorante, Detroit, MI


One of the most renowned Italian restaurants in the Detroit area, Giovanni's holds true to their high expectation and reputation. I have never heard some many people rave about an Italian restaurant like they have with Giovanni's. People say everything is perfect about it, except for the location of the restaurant. Located on Oakwood Boulevard just north of the Fisher Freeway, I would agree that the location isn't too good, but I cannot say the same about everything else. First of all, the atmosphere is a lively, but homey traditional Italian feel. The restaurant is romantic and has white table cloths, which suits Italian taste. The waitstaff is attentive, cordial, kind, and very knowledgeable on the dishes that are served at Giovanni's.
Besides the Italian food that you would find any full-blooded Italian cooking, the Italian at Giovanni's is the best in the area and is absolutely worth the price tags it is given. Homemade pasta is a specialty of Giovanni's and is always perfectly cooked al dente. The pizzas, such as the prosciutto and pecorino, are extremely popular because of their perfectly thin crusts and outstanding tastes. Going back to the pasta, Giovanni's gnocchi is absolutely, positively the greatest (besides my nana's of course). It is prepared and cooked perfectly and there are two types: gnocchi di patate and gnocchi di patate verde... potato gnocchi or spinach potato gnocchi. Giovanni's menu adds to the home-like feel by including a section called "Piati della Casa," or Dishes from Home. I do believe these dishes come from the owners' family, which is completely Italian... Giovanni, who the restaurant was started and named, immigrated from Italy, met his wife in the U.S. and started Giovanni's in Detroit. With its deep-rooted Italian tradition, Giovanni's Ristorante holds a truly first-class Italian dining experience.

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