Giulio's Restaurant

Giulio's Restaurant reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   LIZ

   New York City5 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 1
   2. Food 1
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   We brought our friend here to celebrate his birthday, and unfortunately, it was the worst dining experiences we've ever had. We were seated upstairs, and left waiting for nearly 10 minutes with no service—until other diners began arriving. My friend is a black American and we noticed that the white patrons who arrived after us were promptly greeted and attended to. When the waiter finally approached our table, he didn’t offer a greeting or even make eye contact—just muttered the daily specials before walking away. The lack of warmth and basic courtesy was appalling. We felt unwelcome from the start, but given it was a birthday celebration, it was too late to change plans. To make matters worse, the seafood risotto I ordered was inedible—mushy, overly fishy, and clearly not fresh. Throughout the meal, we watched our waiter engage in friendly, attentive service with every white table around us, while barely acknowledging our presence unless I flagged him down. His dismissive attitude and the contrast in service were impossible to ignore. After watching every other table receive their desserts and settle their bills, I had to call the waiter over and firmly ask for the dessert menu and bill, still hoping that they would at least bring the birthday candle I had specifically requested when making the reservation. Yet even that small gesture was ignored—though they had no trouble bringing out candles and singing 'Happy Birthday' for a white patron seated nearby.” Their lack of fair service and the blatant disregard we experienced felt like discrimination, and it completely ruined what should have been a joyful evening. My tip reflected their unacceptable behavior, and we will absolutely never return.
   

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   Ron

   Washington, D.C. Area1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 17, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Dining in this old (but well-kept) Victorian house was very enjoyable. The food and drinks were wonderful, as were the wait staff as well as the man I assume was the owner. The two of us had 2 drinks, 2 entrees, and shared a dessert. The total was $130 including tax, 20% tip, and the tip for the valet. Our entrees averaged about $30 each. They served a nice-sized salad before the meal, as well as bread with some cheese and meat, all included. This was our first visit and it is now among our favorite restaurants. The only negatives were the air-conditioning that was blowing on our table (I would have been cold had I not been wearing a sport coat) and I felt they actually waited too long to bring the check. Usually I appreciate not being rushed but this seemed like a half hour wait after finishing our meal. It was my girlfriend’s birthday and they put a candle in the dessert we ordered and sang happy birthday to her. It was all very nice and greatly appreciated. We will be back to enjoy another meal and the ambience.
   

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   John VIP

   New York City18 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 16, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great restaurant with an old school family feel. Outstanding food at a good price point.
   

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   Mark

   New York City7 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very good, service very nice and friendly. Food is good, other dishes were good, wasn’t crazy about chicken Milanese which thinner chicken, but salad was great with the Milanese.
   

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   James

   New Jersey1 review

   5.0

   Dined on May 11, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Guilios is consistently great for our family of 3. We love going for the great food , awesome size portions and very friendly staff. There is plenty of parking on site , which is always a pleasure. The owner Benny is super friendly and can be found working just as hard as any other staff member. We sat upstairs for the first time and loved it.
   

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   Kathy

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 6, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a lovely time at Giulio’s this past weekend! My family and I enjoyed a delicious dover sole, Chilean sea bass and veal chop! The waitstaff was very attentive and atmosphere of the restaurant was elegant. Nothing but amazing things to say about Giulio’s restaurant!
   

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   Gregory

   New York City2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   Head waiter took our order, then ignored us the rest of the night. Other members of serving staff were terrific.
   

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   Janet VIP

   New York City42 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 8, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Homey, lovely, wonderful meal. I would love to revisit in the late Spring and sit on the porch with a good meal. Fresh pasta, large portions, gracious service. I'd pay the Tappan Zee toll to visit again.
   

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   Regina

   New York State1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 3, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I did not know that this gem existed. Found it on HV restaurant week. I can honestly say the best meal I have had in years. I took my neighbors-both excellent cooks-they could not stop raving. experience for yourself! Look online and that will get you there. Eat there and you will go back and rave to others also!!!
   

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    lisa

    Atlantic City20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3

    Food and service were good. There are a lot of tables that are a bit close together so it was pretty noisy.
    

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