Gioia

Gioia reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Michael

   New York City24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

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

   This restaurant was exceptional We enjoyed everything from the wonderful service to the delectable, gourmet food to the lovely and romantic ambiance.We highly recommend the sizzling shrimp appetizer,the filet mignonette steak drizzled in a fabulous ,brown gravy with mushrooms and the pasta in a cheesy,tomato sauce with chunks of lobster.Our dessert was a fudge chocolate cake topped with vanilla ice cream and surrounded with cream and berries.It was so delectable.It was topped with a birthday candle for my husband.It was a very nice experience ,not rushed or noisy.We can’t wait to return.Thanks Billy ,our sweet and accommodating waiter.We loved Gioia
   

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   Debbie VIP

   New York City76 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   This was our first time here. In the middle of the meal my husband suggested we make a reservation each week for the rest of the summer! The food was delicious, the service was impeccable and the pre fixe was a “no brainer “. Fabulous, we will be back for sure!
   

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   Steve VIP

   New York City121 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

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

   Apparently, we arrived 15 minutes early for a 7:45 reservation which was moved up to 7:30 during the confirmation phone call. Unfortunately, the reservation was never changed in the restaurant's reservation system. So while we waited, the Maître d offered to buy to 4 of us a round of drinks. That was above and beyond, and greatly appreciated! As previously, the appetizers, salads, pastas and dessert were all worth the wait.
   

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   Joe VIP

   New York City21 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

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

   Need reserve wine list Thank you Love the shrimp.
   

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   scott VIP

   New York City5 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 26, 2025

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

   First time there. Amazing. Excellent service, cocktails 10/10, appetizer, entree and dessert 10/10. Would be overall 10/10 if the music playing in the background wasn’t so horrible. I’m guessing they were going for a bossa nova vibe or something? Replace that music with some smooth Sinatra and I’ll be there every week! Great restaurant.
   

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   Harriet

   New York State1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 25, 2025

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

   Delicious imaginative food and kind, excellent service!
   

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   NorthShoreFoodie

   New York City27 reviews

   3.0

   Dined on April 20, 2025

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

   I have eaten at Gioia several times and made a reservation for the first seating this Easter Sunday. TBH it was a mistake. Maybe because it was a holiday?! Walked in 5 minutes before reservation and was told that we were not able to be seated. Went outside and proceeded to watch our future waitress dress from her car! She was The Only waitress working and depended on the other staff to pick up the slack. So-needless to say-service was a little off. Food was a little off as well. I truly enjoy eating here the food is fantastic but not during this visit. Overcooked lasagna-cold chicken cutlet… Hopefully, next time I will feel differently 🙏🏻
   

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   Jane

   New York City3 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 14, 2025

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

   We loved the new spring menu and the Sunset special. Our servers, especially Barry(?) were all great, too.
   

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   Kelley VIP

   San Francisco17 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

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

   Very charming Italian restaurant. Good for couples or groups of four. Food was delicious and the staff was friendly and attentive. Overall was a very pleasant evening. I would definitely recommend it!
   

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    Richard

    New York City6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 12, 2025

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

    Great food and service! Appetizers were creative and unique. Main course dishes were simply delicious.
    

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