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Gioia, Oyster Bay, NY

Gioia

4.8 (361)
$31 to $50
Italian
94 South St, Oyster Bay, NY 11771

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
GIOIA, Italian for joy, is an Italian restaurant focusing on the cuisine of Emilia-Romagna in Oyster Bay, New York.
At GIOIA, we believe that joy & pasta should be shared around the table, often and with love. Chef Jesse Schenker celebrates the beauty of simplicity by focusing the menu on seasonal vegetables & handmade pasta dishes.

At GIOIA, handmade pasta, classically-focused Italian cocktails and warm hospitality come together to create a JOYOUS dining experience, whether it’s your neighborhood spot with friends, a family dinner or a late night amaro.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jesse Schenker
  • Neighborhood
    Oyster Bay
  • Cross street
    Corner of South Street and Audrey Avenue
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Long Island Rail Road Oyster Bay Station
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 361 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gioia in Oyster Bay is a culinary gem offering "absolutely amazing food" and "exceptional service." Renowned for its fresh, homemade pasta and creative Italian dishes, it provides a "wonderful dining experience" with a warm atmosphere. Guests rave about its "impeccable service" and "delicious, imaginative food." Highly recommended!
361 Reviews
  1. Laura VIP

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and the Negronis were amazing! Went for my husband’s birthday and we all enjoyed it so much. We can’t wait to go back!

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  2. Jim

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EXCELLENT CHEF MAKE THEIR OWN PASTA AND USE ONLY TOP SHELF INGREDIENTS SERVICE WAS EXCELLENT WELL WORTH RE-VISITING .........AGAIN !!

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  3. Christopher VIP

    New York City48 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent as usual. From the service to the food, especially the Bronzino special...Well done!!!

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  4. halley VIP

    Denver / Colorado4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely amazing food, exceptional service, and a wonderful atmosphere! Every dish was full of flavor and beautifully presented. The staff were exceptionally friendly and attentive, making the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend, a true gem in Oyster Bay!

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  5. Anthony

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very Good food and service. Place its always packed for very good reasons

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  6. Beth VIP

    New York City3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We have Eaten at Gioia many times. The food and service is always excellent. It is noisy on a weekend nght because it is aways full.

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  7. Lisa VIP

    New York City52 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Their food is phenomenal. Seated toward the back, the opposite from our reserved request, we had a non-English speaking buswoman give us some attention for the first :30. It took a while for the kind waiter, William to take our order. It was all, appetizers and my daughter's bolognese pasta, fantastic. The meal was in need, however, of some practical placement and removal of unnecessary plates on our smallish table. I do wish there were more dishes without pork, made for less possibilities. The manager, Nicolette, I believe, took over with grace toward the end. Indeed, we will run back to Gioia.

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  8. Elyse VIP

    New York City57 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our second time dining at Gioia and we were a lil apprehensive because the first time was so special. Luckily, we were not disappointed. Our server (blank on his name) was truly fantastic, taking the time to go through the menu, sharing his recommendations in terms of favorite dishes and portions and just being a delight all evening. The Caesar salad was exceptional and the recommended fresh mozzarella and prosciutto combo as well as eggplant were sumptuous. But as we remembered, the highlight of the dinner were the two pasta dishes: lobster tagliatelle and the spicy shrimp pasta. Wine selection was limited but well priced and overall, it was a wonderfully delicious evening.

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  9. Dom

    London9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From beginning to end this place was awesome , food and drinks were five star and the service was excellent . Will definitely be going back

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  10. Jim

    New York City13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A VERY NICE PLACE IN OYSTER BAY.....................THEY MAKE GREAT ITALIAN DISHES THAT ARE VERY DELICIOUS AND A TRIBUTE TO THE CREATIVITY OF THE CHEF........... A RECOMMENDATION IS THAT YOU MAKE A RESERVATION........GREAT WAITRESSES, ASTRID AND JAMIE !!

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Google Map for Gioia

94 South St, Oyster Bay, NY 11771

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Corner of South Street and Audrey Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Oyster Bay
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    Long Island Rail Road Oyster Bay Station
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jesse Schenker
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Non-Smoking, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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