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Giano

Giano

Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar$$$$
East Village, New York
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    Matthew B.
    "Gnocchi al 4 Formaggi is delicious!"(3 Tips)
    Benjamin G.
    "Fantastic service, food, and by far the best tiramisu I've ever had!"(8 Tips)
    Christina L.
    "Amazing food..try the homemade gelato and perfect lasagna bolognese!"(2 Tips)
    Yozo H.
    "Try the Gnocchi Ai 4 Formaggi"(2 Tips)
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  • Andrea C.heart icon on user image
    Andrea CiprianiMarch 28, 2021
    From an Italian: the best pasta I had in nyc. Better than many other Italian restaurants that are more expensive than Giano. Try rigatoni all'amatriciana and rigatoni with ragú truffle cheese
  • Sam W.heart icon on user image
    Sam WinnickNovember 3, 2016
    neighborhood spot. Food is amazing. Atmosphere is great, owner is classic italian guy, so friendly&makes you feel at home immediately. Get spaghetti pommodoro,MEATBALLS, chicken milanese,tiramisu.
  • Valerie S.heart icon on user image
    Valerie SSeptember 23, 2018
    Cute back patio, super friendly staff, and delicious food. Ravioli was superb and the appetizer specialasparagus with prosciutto — was amazing.
  • Linda Theart icon on user image
    Linda TOctober 29, 2016
    Everything! Try appetizer Parmesan with sugared Brûlée topping...amazing!!!!! Ravioli, fantastic. Anything you order is prepared to perfection.
  • Asli S.heart icon on user image
    Asli SApril 1, 2017
    Tiramisu was delicious, had a nice creamy consistency. Service was great, waitress was friendly and sweet.
  • Margot G.heart icon on user image
    Margot GNovember 30, 2015
    The tiramisu is fantastic. It is not too sweet and has an amazing consistency. It's also big enough to share!
  • HOBNOB Magazine
    HOBNOB MagazineFebruary 21, 2011
    friendly, noisy Italian where you meet the owners. Tagliolini w black truffle & Bottarga, Salmon w sambuca, tarragon. photos at: http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=140283&id=765634189&l=1d8fea56ee
  • Mel
    MelApril 16, 2011
    Squid ink risotto - looks big but tastes so compelling u'll inhale it. Orange soy glazed pork was really tender and delicious too. For a light-ish dessert, go for the chocolate napoleon.
  • Ryan B.heart icon on user image
    Ryan BlackJanuary 2, 2017
    Been here 5+ times
    Never had a bad meal. Everything is fresh and served with a smile. The owner cares and it shows.
  • Aleigh R.
    Aleigh RosenthalOctober 23, 2020
    Everything. Amazing. Pastas are to die for and the best salmon I’ve had in my life.
  • Mita M.heart icon on user image
    Mita M.January 6, 2014
    Paolo is a terrific host. Delicious pastas cooked to perfection, great texture. Even the simple spaghetti pomodoro is divine.
  • Wendy
    WendyAugust 21, 2013
    Pasta dishes here taste like they are fresh made. I had the spinach and ricotta ravioli and meatballs, both were really good!
  • Sarah K.
    Sarah KApril 27, 2013
    No exaggeration, the BEST tiramisu I have ever had. Amazing service. Get the fillet. You won't be disappointed.
  • Bryan C.
    Bryan ChriscoliNovember 17, 2012
    Oh my god! This place is DELICIOUS! Had the lasagne and tiramisu. Awesome awesome awesome!! Thank you guys!!
  • Vic C.
    Vic C.August 11, 2014
    Excellent italian ... Great service...do not miss the tiramisu
  • Agnes T.
    Agnes TanMay 8, 2013
    Food is good. Service is superb, staff are attentive. Highly recommended.
  • Rene C.heart icon on user image
    Rene ChassidMarch 25, 2018
    Best service and food, definitely recommended
  • Amanda T.
    Amanda TheilerFebruary 27, 2015
    $14-17 dinner, SCOUTMOB 50% off only available Sunday-Thursday, garden area!
  • Amanda T.
    Amanda TheilerFebruary 27, 2015
    $14-17 dinner, SCOUTMOB 50% off only available Sunday-Thursday, garden area!
  • Amanda T.
    Amanda TheilerFebruary 27, 2015
    $14-17 dinner, SCOUTMOB 50% off only available Sunday-Thursday, garden area!
  • Matthew B.heart icon on user image
    Matthew BallewMay 7, 2016
    Gnocchi al 4 Formaggi is delicious!
  • Eliza K.
    Eliza KJanuary 28, 2012
    The meatballs and sauce are fantastic! They make a great snack with red wine.
  • Jeremy W.heart icon on user image
    Jeremy WeinbergerJuly 26, 2016
    Pasta, wine, tiramisu, cheesecake
  • Benjamin G.
    Benjamin GoublyMay 4, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Fantastic service, food, and by far the best tiramisu I've ever had!
  • Sonia G.heart icon on user image
    Sonia GrobmanMarch 5, 2015
    Always get the asparagus special appetizer... Always
  • Nicolette R.
    Nicolette RomeroSeptember 29, 2015
    Love the lasagna! My hat's off to the chef!
  • Janice K.heart icon on user image
    Janice KarbachinskiyMarch 14, 2016
    really cute, inexpensive date spot!
  • Gary R.
    Gary RelojAugust 13, 2012
    Listen to the specials, especially if it's a night with homemade ricotta gnocchi Read more
  • Christina L.
    Christina LaFonteMay 19, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    Love the ambiance! Amazing food..try the homemade gelato and perfect lasagna bolognese!
  • The Local East Village
    The Local East VillageAugust 14, 2011
    According to community contributor James Traub, "The basil-and-gelato re-imagination of the capresecould serve as Giano’s signature dish." Read more
  • Heidi B.heart icon on user image
    Heidi BOctober 15, 2017
    All Pastas we had 5 different ones!
  • J Crowley
    J CrowleyMarch 25, 2011
    Lasagna bolognese was super good - a little pricey for that kind of dish, but still recommend.
  • Jennifer N.
    Jennifer NypJanuary 23, 2011
    Why would you bring your own bottle of wine to an Italian restaurant run by Italians? The list is quite extensive for a little place. Just saying.
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 18, 2013
    Try the Rigatoni Con Fave E Pancetta
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 18, 2013
    Try the Crocchette Di Ricotta E Tonno
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 18, 2013
    Try the Polpette Al Pomodoro Gratinate
  • Meli
    MeliAugust 25, 2013
    Not revisiting. Fried calamari, spaghetti dish and the filet mignon were all way too salty. The option 3 dessert called the "chef's interpretation" needs major reinterpretting because it was awful.
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 18, 2013
    Try the Bigoli Al Ragu D'agnello
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 18, 2013
    Try the Polenta e funghi
  • Fati H.heart icon on user image
    Fati HussainJune 23, 2015
    Great wine selection
  • Yozo H.
    Yozo HoriuchiSeptember 19, 2013
    Try the Gnocchi Ai 4 Formaggi
  • Restaurant Fairy
    Restaurant FairySeptember 19, 2013
    Try the Gnocchi Ai Formaggi
  • Manos X.
    Manos XanthogeorgisSeptember 15, 2013
    Delicious! A+
  • Shai G.
    Shai GoldmanAugust 9, 2013
    Risotto was yummy
  • Paolo R.heart icon on user image
    Paolo RedsAugust 17, 2014
    Pasta home Made !!!!!
  • Jarvis L.
    Jarvis LedgerNovember 5, 2011
    Really good food!Service was awesome!!
  • Ty F.
    Ty FrancisFebruary 6, 2010
    Don't get stung by the $25 corkage fee! They'll expect you to buy a few bottles of their own wine if you expect them to waive the fee.
  • Themusicbank N.
    Themusicbank NetOctober 12, 2013
    great as usual!
  • federico l.
    federico lopez stefanelliApril 21, 2011
    Been here 10+ times
    Excellent food . Italian with style
  • Greg S.
    Greg SmithiesJune 24, 2009
    Get the ravioli with butter sauce - incredible!
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