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A variety of dishes from our menu. - The Waters Edge at Giovanni's, Darien, CT

The Waters Edge at Giovanni's

4.8
4.8
543 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
23:30
Booked 2 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Enjoy Award Winning Steaks, Fresh and Locally Sourced Seafood, Traditional & Contemporary Italian Dishes and Wine from our award winning wine selection.

The Waters Edge at Giovanni’s is an award-winning steak house and event venue. We began more than 35 years ago as one of Stamford and Darien’s premiere Steakhouses, renowned for our Certified Angus Beef® steaks, select premium seafood and Italian specialties. Our in-house wine room provides a vast selection of premium wines that our professional staff will help you pair with your dinner.

We offer our guests a timeless experience in a genuine, warm atmosphere perfect for special occasions, corporate events, or even a family night out.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Indoor Dining Wed, Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri 16:30–21:30 Sat 12:30–21:30 Sun 12:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    (203) 325-9979
  • Website
    http://www.watersedgeatgiovannis.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Sal Latorraca
  • Catering
    We can accomodate from 25 - 350 or an entire restaurant buy-out if required. With our onsite event planners and family dedicated approach we can make any event come to life and meet all your expectations.
  • Private party facilities
    Our award winning waterfront location is the perfect place for your celebration. No matter what the event, we understand that every detail needs to be perfect. Whether you’re here for an engagement party, a wedding, or a bar/bat mitzvah, our team will treat you like family.
  • Location
    2748 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820
  • Area
    Stamford
  • Cross Street
    Weed Avenue
  • Parking details
    Onsite and plentiful , Free Valet
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

All Entrees served with WEG's famous Garlic Bread & Aged Vinaigrette drizzled salad with crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese. No substitutes | subject to availability. Menu not available for private parties. Our Portions are large. Want to Share? Add $15 includes: garlic bread, salad, vegetable and starch.

Starters*

  • Shrimp CocktailUS$13.00

    • Local Clams on the Half ShellUS$14.00

      • Local Blue Point OystersUS$15.00

        • Ultimate Chilled Shellfish TowerUS$0.00

          • MKTUS$0.00

        • Clams OreganataUS$13.00

          • Traditional Fried CalamariUS$13.00

            • Certified Angus MeatballsUS$12.00

              • Jumbo Lump Crab CakesUS$15.00

                • Charred Spanish OctopusUS$15.00

                  • Soup of the DayUS$10.00

                    • Lollipop Lamb ChopsUS$15.00

                      Salads

                      • WEG's Gorgonzola House Salad | NC*US$12.00

                        • Burrata & Prosciutto SaladUS$15.00

                          • Antipasto BoardUS$15.00

                            • Crispy Iceburg WedgeUS$14.00

                              • Caesar SaladUS$14.00

                                • Spinach SaladUS$12.00

                                  • Roasted Beet SaladUS$14.00

                                    Salad - Add-On*

                                    • Grilled ChickenUS$13.00

                                      • Grilled SalmonUS$15.00

                                        • Grilled ShrimpUS$14.00

                                          • Angus Filet Mignon TipsUS$15.00

                                            WEG Favorites

                                            • Veal Chop ParmigianaUS$34.00

                                              • French Cut Roasted ChickenUS$28.00

                                                Demi-Glace Wild Mushroom

                                                • Linguini w/ Clam SauceUS$27.00

                                                  • Cavatelli Broccoli RabeUS$27.00

                                                    • Pasta PrimaveraUS$26.00

                                                      Gluten free & whole wheat available

                                                      • Eggplant ParmigianaUS$26.00

                                                        Steak & Chops*

                                                        Butchered Here on Premises Grass Fed, Certified Angus Beef (CAB)

                                                        • Filet MignonUS$42.00

                                                          • 10ozUS$42.00

                                                        • Petite Filet MignonUS$32.00

                                                          • 7ozUS$32.00

                                                        • ChateaubriandUS$44.00

                                                          • For 1US$44.00
                                                          • For 2US$85.00

                                                        • King T-Bone SteakUS$36.00

                                                          • 24ozUS$36.00
                                                          • 36ozUS$59.00

                                                        • Porterhouse SteakUS$45.00

                                                          • 24ozUS$45.00
                                                          • 48ozUS$85.00

                                                        • Bone-In Rib Eye SteakUS$42.00

                                                          • 20ozUS$42.00

                                                        • NY Strip SteakUS$28.00

                                                          • 7ozUS$28.00
                                                          • 12ozUS$38.00

                                                        • King Veal ChopUS$29.00

                                                          • 14ozUS$29.00
                                                          • 24ozUS$39.00

                                                        • Loin Lamb ChopsUS$27.00

                                                          • singleUS$27.00
                                                          • 2US$38.00

                                                        • WEG's Kobe Beef BurgerUS$24.00

                                                          • WEG's Steak SandwichUS$25.00

                                                            Prime Rib

                                                            Fri., Sat. & Sun. Only

                                                            • Bone-In Prime RibUS$39.00

                                                              • 18ozUS$39.00

                                                            • 1 1/2 Cut Bone-In Prime RibUS$55.00

                                                              • 24ozUS$55.00

                                                            Prime Cab Signature Steaks*

                                                            • Double Porterhouse Steak (48oz)US$0.00

                                                              • MKTUS$0.00

                                                            • Tomahawk Steak (52oz)US$0.00

                                                              • MKTUS$0.00

                                                            Our Steaks Can Surf*

                                                            Add One of the Following to Your Steak & Make it Surf

                                                            • Shrimp ScampiUS$22.00

                                                              • Lobster TailUS$42.00

                                                                From the Sea*

                                                                • Broiled Lobster TailUS$49.00

                                                                  • 9ozUS$49.00

                                                                • Maine Fresh LobsterUS$0.00

                                                                  Broiled, Fra Diavolo, Steamed, Scampi or Stuffed

                                                                  • MKTUS$0.00

                                                                • Chilean SeabassUS$38.00

                                                                  • Shrimp ScampiUS$32.00

                                                                    • Filet of Atlantic SalmonUS$32.00

                                                                      Sides

                                                                      $8

                                                                      • Sautèed Spinach

                                                                        • Sautèed Mushrooms

                                                                          • Grilled Asparagus

                                                                            • Broccoli Rabe

                                                                              • Garlic Mashed Potatoes

                                                                                • Hand Cut Truffle Fries

                                                                                  • WEG Steak Fries

                                                                                    • WEG Fried Onions

                                                                                      • Spicy Sautèed Cherry Peppers & Onions

                                                                                        Last updated: 1 June 2024

                                                                                        What 543 people are saying

                                                                                        Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                        4.8
                                                                                        4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                                        • 4.7Food
                                                                                        • 4.8Service
                                                                                        • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                        • 4.6Value

                                                                                        Noise • Moderate

                                                                                        Loved For

                                                                                        • Connecticut

                                                                                          Romantic

                                                                                        • Connecticut

                                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                                        • Fairfield

                                                                                          Romantic

                                                                                        • Fairfield

                                                                                          Good for special occasions

                                                                                        • Fairfield

                                                                                          Steakhouse

                                                                                        Review summary

                                                                                        AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                        The Waters Edge at Giovanni's offers a "fabulous dining experience" with "top-notch" food and "excellent service." Guests appreciate the "perfectly cooked steaks" and "fantastic garlic bread." The ambiance is ideal for "intimate dinners" and special occasions, with the owners and staff ensuring a welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommended for its generosity and consistency.

                                                                                        543 Reviews

                                                                                        1. Julie

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          10 reviews

                                                                                          Dined 2 days ago

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          I’ve been going to the Waters Edge at Giovanni‘s for years and have never had a bad meal or service! The food is absolutely delicious! The staff is very accommodating and friendly, the atmosphere is cozy and relaxed with a warm and inviting ambiance. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for both dining and catering services. Definitely a five star restaurant in my opinion !

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                                                                                        2. Carol

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          188 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          188 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 8 February 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The food was great. We were all very happy. It was quiet, we could hear ourselves. The restaurant was busy, but not noisy and we all enjoyed our meal. We will definitely be back.😘👍

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                                                                                        3. LisaB

                                                                                          Connecticut

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 18 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          We went to celebrate a double family birthday and had an outstanding experience. The food was top notch, generous portions, service was excellent and Chris even entertained us with his comedy show. All of us thoroughly enjoyed our experience. On top of that, they made a very generous donation to the Make A Wish Foundation. I would highly recommend this restaurant.

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                                                                                        4. Brian

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 12 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Everything was fabulous!! Thanks for a wonderful dining experience.

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                                                                                        5. Thomas

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          West Palm Beach

                                                                                          37 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          37 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 5 January 2025

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Steaks were cooked perfectly! Garlic bread was fantastic service was excellent! Sal and his crew never disappoint! We will be back

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                                                                                        6. Sue

                                                                                          Charleston

                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          9 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 27 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Food, service, ambiance, is ALWAYS exceptional!! We've been eating here for 40 years and will continue to due so.

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                                                                                        7. Carol

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          188 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          188 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 21 December 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Always good to go back to Giovanni‘s wish the salad was larger and the garlic bread wasn’t so wonderful that I ate the entire basket

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                                                                                        8. Deborah

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 4
                                                                                          Food was delicious with ample portions and the service was great. Music did not fit I. With the ambience.

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                                                                                        9. FrankK

                                                                                          VIP

                                                                                          New York City

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          2 reviews

                                                                                          Dined on 16 November 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 5
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          Great. Didn’t like the music. Should be Italian -l———————————————————————————————————————————————————————————

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                                                                                        10. Chinedum

                                                                                          Connecticut

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          5.0

                                                                                          1 review

                                                                                          Dined on 25 October 2024

                                                                                          1. Overall 5
                                                                                          2. Food 4
                                                                                          3. Service 5
                                                                                          4. Ambience 5
                                                                                          The staff was so on point and welcoming. The ambience in the restaurant was ideal for a first date; despite the other side of the establishment hosting two parties, we were completely isolated from the noise! Service was at the perfect pace and the food came out cooked to order. Absolutely recommend!

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                                                                                        FAQs

                                                                                        The Waters Edge at Giovanni's offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (203) 325-9979.

                                                                                        The Waters Edge at Giovanni's is rated 4.8 stars by 543 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                        Make a booking

                                                                                        2 people
                                                                                        23:30
                                                                                        Booked 2 times today

                                                                                        Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                        Google Map for The Waters Edge at Giovanni's

                                                                                        2748 Boston Post Road, Darien, CT 06820

                                                                                        Additional information

                                                                                        • Cross Street
                                                                                          Weed Avenue
                                                                                        • Area
                                                                                          Stamford
                                                                                        • Hours of Operation
                                                                                          Indoor Dining Wed, Thu 16:30–21:00 Fri 16:30–21:30 Sat 12:30–21:30 Sun 12:30–20:30
                                                                                        • Price
                                                                                          $31 to $50
                                                                                        • Cuisines
                                                                                          Steakhouse, Seafood, Contemporary Italian
                                                                                        • Dining style
                                                                                          Fine Dining
                                                                                        • Dress code
                                                                                          Casual Dress
                                                                                        • Parking details
                                                                                          Onsite and plentiful , Free Valet
                                                                                        • Payment Options
                                                                                          AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                        • Executive Chef
                                                                                          Sal Latorraca
                                                                                        • Additional
                                                                                          Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                        • Website
                                                                                          http://www.watersedgeatgiovannis.com/
                                                                                        • Phone number
                                                                                          (203) 325-9979
                                                                                        • Catering
                                                                                          We can accomodate from 25 - 350 or an entire restaurant buy-out if required. With our onsite event planners and family dedicated approach we can make any event come to life and meet all your expectations.
                                                                                        • Private party facilities
                                                                                          Our award winning waterfront location is the perfect place for your celebration. No matter what the event, we understand that every detail needs to be perfect. Whether you’re here for an engagement party, a wedding, or a bar/bat mitzvah, our team will treat you like family.
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