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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano, Lexington, KY

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4.9
4.9
4399 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
There’s a quiet country road hiding near one of Lexington’s busiest intersections. Tucked down the lane in a tree-lined cove, Giuseppe’s has been serving great Italian cuisine serenaded by live music for the last 25 years. Renowned for its fresh fish and seafood, hand-cut steaks, traditional and contemporary pasta dishes, homemade desserts and extensive wine list, Giuseppe’s captures its guests with the ambiance of candlelight, easy sounds of slow jazz and a taste of passion which flows from your fork, making every dish its own invitation to return. Whether you prefer a table in the main dining room, the lounge, or the patio, Giuseppe’s is the perfect romantic spot for dates and anniversaries, and it’s also a favorite for large gatherings of family and friends. Giuseppe’s Private Dining Room provides a relaxed, intimate venue for business and social events. That is how something so hidden still stands out, and that is why those who find us return again and again.

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Sat, Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Phone number
    (859) 272-4269
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Steve Olmstead
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Cross Street
    Old Nicholasville Road
  • Parking details
    Giuseppe's has a parking lot by the front door of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz in our Lounge: Dave Hall plays saxophone Weds, Thurs and Fri. Tom Senff plays keyboard Sat.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,399 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Great for fine wines

  • Lexington

    Romantic

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano in Lexington is cherished for its "amazing service," "delicious food," and "wonderful live music." Guests rave about the "perfect atmosphere" with smooth jazz and a cozy ambiance. The restaurant is ideal for "special occasions," offering a diverse menu, generous portions, and attentive staff.

4,399 Reviews
  1. Marty

    VIP

    Louisville

    23 reviews

    4.0

    23 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good Italian food at a local non-chain place. Nice atmosphere for special occasions too.

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  2. Kim

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fantastic experience. We live to visit Giuseppe’s for special events such as birthdays. It’s always a treat 😊

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  3. Teri

    Louisville

    36 reviews

    5.0

    36 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Food and Great Service from Timothy and his crew.

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  4. Nancee

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great menu choices , love the music! Amazing drinks and wine selection no need for three martinis here!

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  5. Case

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went with my fiancée to celebrate our anniversary and it was amazing. Amazing food, amazing service, and excellent vibes. Highly recommend for a great date night spot in Lexington.

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  6. R. Michael

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service provided by Timothy, who, having exceptional firsthand knowledge of the menu, made fantastic recommendations, both food and wine selection, thus making our dining experience truly exceptional.

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  7. Jason

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The absolute best Italian resturant in the Midwest. I am not kidding, you would have to go New York or LA to find food on par with Giuseppe's. The staff are amazing and attentive. Book a table today and enjoy the best Italian meal you can find!

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  8. Bamanole

    Las Vegas

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an excellent restaurant and we enjoyed our visit. This was our first time visiting and the portions are very big... we ordered an appetizer with garlic bread and had half of it boxed up for fear that if we ate it we wouldn't be able to eat our main courses. The salads that came with the entrees were big and again we didn't finish them. Our entrees were good, but a bit salty... more than a bit salty really, but were good. Only could finish half and boxed the rest. Bar and drinks were excellent and very well made. Ambiance was great with live jazz and he was excellent. Service was point on as well... excellent with just enough attention. Overall, we wish the portions were more manageable (less) and reflected in the prices. A restaurant like this has so much to choose from, I want to be able to try more, but we brought a lot home. Would definitely ask for 'no additional salt' if possible... maybe right for some, but too much for us.

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  9. Bobby

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As always everything was exceptional! Our waiter was awesome!!

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  10. Alexia

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    When I tell you to go to Giuseppe’s I mean it! I took a party of 5 this evening to celebrate my mother in laws birthday. The service was outstanding! Waiter and support staff were very attentive, and checked with us often to make sure we were satisfied and our needs were met. The food was AMAZING, mother in law and I both agreed the cesare salad was the best we’ve had. Everyone left full and satisfied with their meals. The ambiance was wonderful, not too loud so you could still converse with the people at your table and hear the waiter. The dim lighting made for a comforting aura as well. The restaurant common area and the restrooms were SPOTLESS as well. I have to say the overall experience was 100/10 and we have already booked 2 more birthdays there. So run, don’t walk to Giuseppe’s.

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FAQs

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (859) 272-4269.

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.9 stars by 4399 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 53 times today

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Google Map for Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4456 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40515

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Old Nicholasville Road
  • Area
    Lexington
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Sat, Sun 16:00–21:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Giuseppe's has a parking lot by the front door of the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Steve Olmstead
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz in our Lounge: Dave Hall plays saxophone Weds, Thurs and Fri. Tom Senff plays keyboard Sat.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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