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Giano

4.8 (1614)
$30 and under
Italian
126 E 7th Street, New York, NY 10009

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Giano

4.8
$30 and under
Italian
East Village

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
This is the story of Paolo and Matteo, two guys from Milano who had an idea. Let's take the heart of our tradition and fuse it with the exciting innovations happening in Italian cooking, they said. Inspired by the Roman deity Janus who looked to the future as well as the past, Giano respects tradition and embraces the future. We like to think of our little corner in the east village as quite special, and hope you will too.

Please call us if you are running later than 10 minutes after your reservation time. We may contact you about this reservation, so please ensure your email and phone number are up to date.
Please know that we have a grace period (15 min) .
For reservations of more than 6 people please contact directly the restaurant.
All of our outdoor seating have heaters for your dining comfort but we ask that you dress accordingly for a New York winter.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matteo Niccoli
  • Private party facilities
    Giano can host your private event seating 64 or up to 120 people for a non seated event. Our garden is available during seasonal months. We host showers, weddings, birthday and corporate parties. We welcome your special needs and can cater a menu based on your event.
  • Area
    East Village
  • Cross street
    1st Ave & Ave A
  • Parking Details
    6 train to Astor Place. F or V to Second Avenue. L to 1st Avenue 14th Street station.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

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Reviews

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Reviews from people who have dined at Giano.

4.8

4.8
(1614)
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Giano in the East Village offers "fabulous food" with authentic Italian charm and delightful service. Known for its fresh pasta and divine wine, it is a "neighborhood gem" praised for its "amazing specials." Guests highlight the welcoming atmosphere and exceptional hosting, making it a must-visit for Italian cuisine lovers.
1,614 Reviews
  1. Carol

    Atlantic City / South Jersey Shore41 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Super attractive restaurant and a very pleasant dinner. Will dine there again when in the area!

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  2. John Gold

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 31 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The people at Giano's are so welcoming and the food is outstanding. It is one of our favorite places to go when we eat out in the city.

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  3. Jim

    New York City5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Giano is the best Italian restaurant in the world! Pluck outta here

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  4. Sean

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 29 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and ambience is fantastic. I highly recommend it

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  5. Devin

    New York City8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of my favorite restaurants in the city, always a delightful and yummy experience!

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  6. John Gold

    New York City2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best restaurants in the East Village. We will find a way to make it back soon!

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  7. grant

    Chicago / Illinois3 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 8 October 2026

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    Food took a while to come out and it was a little warm when it was a cooler evening

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  8. Joseph Gold

    Sydney2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 6 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Matteo was spectacular and the food was delicious 10/10

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  9. Carol

    Seattle / Eastern Washington1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous food. Quiet until a screaming patron sat beside us. When we left at 7:45 the front of the restaurant had turned into a scene- perfect party

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  10. Dominic Gold

    New York City32 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 September 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service and food. Great wines, too. A neighborhood gem at a good price point.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Matteo Niccoli
  • Private party facilities
    Giano can host your private event seating 64 or up to 120 people for a non seated event. Our garden is available during seasonal months. We host showers, weddings, birthday and corporate parties. We welcome your special needs and can cater a menu based on your event.
  • Area
    East Village
  • Cross street
    1st Ave & Ave A
  • Parking Details
    6 train to Astor Place. F or V to Second Avenue. L to 1st Avenue 14th Street station.
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Giano is frequently recommended for date night thanks to its warm, intimate atmosphere and dim, cozy lighting that guests call perfect for special evenings.

Yes, Giano offers outdoor seating (all of their outdoor seating have heaters), and guests mention a back patio and a nice outside spot for al fresco dining.

Thursday is a great day to go, guests report successful Thursday walk-ins and a particularly enjoyable, relaxed experience.

Private gatherings are welcome at Giano, please contact the restaurant directly for parties of more than six.

Yes, the restaurant asks guests to call for reservation timing or larger parties, and reviewers report staff handled dietary restrictions professionally (including a gluten-free order cooked in separate water).

Portions at Giano tend to be generous, guests commonly describe the pastas and entrees as plenty and leave comfortably full.

Giano feels cozy and intimate, dim, moody lighting and a warm, welcoming staff create a relaxed East Village neighborhood vibe that’s perfect for a date night or casual celebration.

Giano offers a cozy main dining room plus a bar and an outdoor patio (all outdoor seating is heated for comfort), and the restaurant does accept private parties.

Yes, Giano is family-friendly: guests regularly bring children (one reviewer dined there with their son, another brought a daughter for a birthday, and a 5‑year‑old reportedly loved the pesto).

Casual dress is the guide, comfortable, informal clothing is appropriate and nothing formal is required.

At Giano, an early dinner around the 5:00 pm opening is a great bet for a quieter visit; reviewers note smooth 5pm reservations, while Friday nights can be noticeably busier.

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Giano

4.8
$30 and under
Italian
East Village

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 24 times today
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