Gianni & Mac's Ristorante

I give it a 4 out of 5 stars. Pros: Really good ambiance, good service, and good food. For lunch I had the Pappardelle Bolognese ($15) and 2 Lemonade ($3 each). Fresh baked bread with olive oil and herbs was free. They also sell fresh Italian meats and cheeses to take home. Good size bar to take a date night and have a Charcuterie board and a glass of wine. Cons: No parking available on the street, so I had to pay $7, for up to 2 hours, directly across the street. Paying $3 for a lemonade with no free refills.

Showed up spur of the moment on a Friday night. They were booked with reservations, but the bar was first come first serve. We managed to grab some seats without waiting too long. Our server Ethan was fantastic and recommended some great meats and cheeses for the charcuterie board we got. The cocktails and great and the tiramisu was the best I've had. I loved the atmosphere as well. There is a outdoor patio where you can eat outside as well.

I visited this restaurant for my sisters birthday. The ambiance was phenomenal. If you want a lowkey, more intimate this is perfect for you. I wouldn’t say this is a children’s place tho. You need to have a mature pallet eating here. I had the pepper and sauce pizza it was delicious. You can tell it’s cooked in the stone oven. Waiter was lovely, great spirit, good attitude, would consider going back. If you’re thinking about eating here GO!

Authentic Italian Food and Experience!! This place is an absolute Gem 💎. Took a gamble and brought my mother here for her birthday 🎂 The service was top notch all the way through. Our server Addison was so incredible and went beyond to ensure our experience was nothing short than extraordinary. Give her a raise management 🙌 👏 🙏 This will be one of my go too Italian restaurant especially when my family visits from Italy 🇮🇹

We had a bridal shower surprised for my future sister-in law, we had an absolute blast! The service was amazing from start to finish. Once the bride-to-be arrived, we were treated to complimentary champagne, and she was surprised with a special dessert on the house. The food was excellent overall — everything exceeded our expectations! The restaurant is located right on the square, which made for a beautiful setting. There’s a paid parking lot across the street, but if you arrive early, you might be able to snag a free spot nearby. Just be prepared to walk a little if it’s busy!

This new Italian place is great! Our server Dakota was very engaging and informative. This was the kind of place where the staff really felt like they cared about the experience and enjoyed being at work. The food was excellent! The cocktail menu hasn't quite landed. One of the drinks we had was superb, but the others weren't quite up to what I'd expect from Marietta square. Overall an excellent night out!

We had reservations for 12pm on Sunday. We walked in just before 12 and we were seated immediately. After over 20 minutes of no one stopping by our table other than the nice young man that brought our bread I flagged down the hostess who asked if we had been helped. I let her know that with 4 wait staff walking around in our seated area not 1 person asked to take our order. Andrea B apologized many times and after going to the back to see why we did not have someone waiting on us she took our order, and proceeded to be our waitress the entire lunch. I was not impressed with the initial start of our lunch however I am glad we did not leave because the meal was quite delicious. We shared a Caesar salad, calamari appetizer and sausage tagatelli for the meal. Great to share and still brought some home. Again, Andrea and the young man that brought the bread and the pasta were awesome. These 2 insured we will come again. I do understand things can happen however with 4 different wait staff walking around and not acknowledging you have not been helped is a mystery to me.

We came here for a birthday lunch and it did not disappoint! Service was welcoming and friendly. Meatballs were phenomenal, and bread service was yummy. We tried the vodka pasta with sausage, highly recommend, and the Parmesan wheel cacio e Pepe. While the Parmesan wheel was a unique experience, it felt as though the cheese was watered down; likely because our server added too much water to thin the cheese. Chicken Parmesan sandwich tasted just as it sounds. Shrimp were well cooked. We received complementary tiramisu for our celebration which was delicious. Ambience was lovely, but our chairs were a bit uncomfy. We will definitely plan on coming back though!

The food is amazing. Atmosphere Italian upscale Service and drinks so great. Been twice and will go again!

I'd been wanting to try Gianni and Mac's Ristorante ever since I saw posts about it on social media, so I went in with high expectations -- maybe that's why I left a bit disappointed. The restaurant itself is beautiful, with a fancy and elegant atmosphere, and it's conveniently located at Marietta Square. Our server was very friendly and attentive, but there was a mix-up with my order and it took forever. I asked for the Taglierini Cacio e Pepe with chicken, but it arrived without it, and by the time the chicken was brought out, I had already finished my pasta. The pasta itself was okay, but a bit bland. My partner ordered the tagliarini or Risotto Allo Scoglio and didn't enjoy it much either. On the bright side, the drinks were excellent!

Mamma Mia, Where'd the Magic Go? We came, we saw, we bragged... and we regretted. After our amazing first lunch visit, we hyped Gianni & Mac's to our dinner club like it was the second coming of Nonna's kitchen. Big mistake. Huge. The April flight? Sweeter than a Hallmark card in February. Arancini? Eh--more "aranchi-meh." Artichoke? Chef's kiss, you nailed that one. But the Brussels sprouts? Mama mia, call the Witness Protection Program because those things were soggy, flavorless, and served in a bowl large enough to baptize a toddler. Less is amore. Our friends ordered the table-side signature dish -- it had more smoke than fire. And my margherita pizza? Let's just say it had all the flop of an Italian soap opera finale. Crispy crust, wherefore art thou? You've got a Ferrari of a pizza oven, but someone's driving it like a Fiat on flat tires. Joshua, our waiter, deserves sainthood. The guy's the only reason this night wasn't a total fettuccine fiasco. The rest of the team looked stressed, the host acted like we were interrupting his existential crisis, and the vibe? Loud yet lifeless -- like a wedding DJ who lost his playlist. Oh, and one bread basket for six people? Come on, carbo-loading is a team sport. Tiramisu was okay, but I've had better from a Publix bakery aisle (no offense, Publix -- you're the GOAT). Gianni & Mac's, you've got the bones of something great, but tonight felt like a "reheat and retry." Maybe sprinkle some Fish Philosophy on the staff -- make their day, find their joy, and maybe next time I'll find mine too. Anyway, what would a humble foodie like me know about Italian food... other than everything?

Gianni and Mac's on Marietta Square -- Chef Gianni brings the heart of Florence, Italy to Georgia with fresh, imported ingredients and soulful Italian flavors. Absolutely unforgettable. Service is Friendly, attentive, and praise-worthy. Ambiance offers Elegant interior, roomy patio, lively but not overpowering acoustics. I like that I can hear the person speaking to me from across the table. It's a great spot for celebrations. We were there celebrating my grandson's Pre-K graduation and we all loved it and would return! Order anything with truffles! They import from Florence Italy!!!

We have been on 2 occasions. We had some very good dishes. We really enjoyed the eggplant appetizer! We found the mussels and chicken parm to be generous portions. We were very underwhelmed with the Cacio Pepe in the cheese wheel. There was an issue with the bedside stovetop, but even despite the temperature, we found the pasta did not have much flavor. We saw some people order the meatball that looked very good. We loved the atmosphere and enjoyed sitting at the bar. We will give it another try as the staff provided wonderful service and we always enjoy eating on the square.

My daughter and I had lunch at Gianni & Mac's and it was fantastic! The interior is gorgeous. Elegant yet welcoming. Service was top notch from start to finish. We truly enjoyed the food, the atmosphere, the service.....the whole experience! We started with the Spritz Flight. So fun! And tasty. Florence Estate, Hugo and of course Aperol Spritz served in stemless champagne flutes on a tray. We shared the ARANCINI DI RISO for a starter. They were served piping hot and the sauce that accompanied them was really outstanding. Light and creamy and not too acidic. Such a good sauce. For our meals: Penne vodka and Cacio e Pepe. Both were delightful. We will be back! So many other menu items we want to try.

I had a really nice meal here when I visited friends in Marietta! We had a 9:30 pm reservation which was apparently the only available option so I was excited to see what the hype was about! The cocktails were great, I got an espresso martini which had good flavor and was strong. I also ordered the Cacio e Pepe which was presented to me in the cheese wheel table-side while my husband got the margarita pizza. Both were larger portions than I expected and very tasty! The ambiance and decor were on point as well.

The atmosphere had a nice vibe with a cool decor. I really liked my margarita pizza. It was filling but just the right amount of food. The staff was friendly and accommodating even though we showed up close to when they closed up the kitchen for the night.

I love dining at Marietta square! My hubby and I have been on an Italian food kick and decided to give Gianni's a try! The Resturant is moody and beautifully decorated. Our waitress was attentive and on point with our needs.. However, the food was a bit disappointing. The Caesar salad was dry and the poached eggs were boiled to a crisp! Our pasta dishes were simply NOT good! Not horrible, but definitely not good. They lacked flavor. My husband's pasta was overcooked. We may come back to try out their pizza! Our cocktails were great.

Adorable restaurant. Service was great and the food was amazing. We will visit again. Fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection. The cocktail was

Good food great atmosphere. Everything tasted very fresh! Server was very knowledgeable of menu.

Gianni & Mac's Ristorante had great pastas! We watched the cheese wheel pasta which was a fun and unique experience. The portion sizes were relatively large and we were able to share two pastas between 3 people. We got bread as well that tasted fresh. The restaurant was beautiful and the decor was amazing. The vibe of the place was also great and the service was fast and friendly.

I went here yesterday for an anniversary and I had a good experience. They make it very special by giving a card that says happy anniversary. I am a vegetarian and I ordered the Caprese salad and the server said the eggplant was really delicious so I ordered that as well. Both were really good! The burrata was absolutely delightful. my fiancé got a pizza and really enjoyed it. I think we would be back for special occasions. The service was really great and several people came to check on us throughout, we also got a complementary gelato for our anniversary and it was so creamy and tasty.

Showed up at 5:40 on a Tuesday with a party of three. The inside had four tables occupied and the patio had five. We were told we could not be seated until 9 due to reservations starting at six. I told the hostess that the number of open tables didn't line up with a Tuesday occupancy crisis. We went and ate at Taqueria Tsunami instead (always a good meal). At 6:30, after we ate, my daughter wanted to run around the greenspace behind Gianni & Mac's. I counted four open tables on the patio and six available inside. Very disappointed.

Gianni & Mac's is a fancy Italian restaurant located in the heart of Marietta Square. The restaurant is stunning in the inside and next to the bar area was a whole collection of cheeses that looked amazing! Very very beautiful place! My friends and I ordered the Cacio E Pepe and Ravioli Alla Sorrentina. The Cacio E Pepe was delicious, cheesy and filling. The Ravioli had 4 pieces and was equally tasty, I wish it came with a few more pieces. Our servers were amazing and we got to witness the cheese bowl pasta (Cacio E Pepe - Dinner) at a table near us which was so cool!

Was in town visiting in laws and we came here for dinner because it was supposedly a good Italian restaurant. Coming from the Northeast I'm often skeptical Unfortunately this spot missed the mark on many food items. The octopus appetizer was probably the best part. The pasta had too much sauce, was overcooked and was just not flavorful... the rice was so soggy and not that good either. Pizza was average. Not impressed and would not return.

I give it a 4 out of 5 stars. Pros: Really good ambiance, good service, and good food. For lunch I had the Pappardelle Bolognese ($15) and 2 Lemonade ($3 each). Fresh baked bread with olive oil and herbs was free. They also sell fresh Italian meats and cheeses to take home. Good size bar to take a date night and have a Charcuterie board and a glass of wine. Cons: No parking available on the street, so I had to pay $7, for up to 2 hours, directly across the street. Paying $3 for a lemonade with no free refills.

We love Gianna's restaurant Cibo e Beve and wanted to try his newest venture. We made reservations a couple months in advance. It's obviously popular. The hostess gave us a seat at the bar while we waited on our table. The bar is gorgeous and long. The seats are super comfy which my husband will complain about if they are not comfy! Great homemade bread with oil spices and vinegar. Yummie and free to partake with a great glass of wine while you review the menu. Il giallo and tre vele both get a fail for not doing this. Wine... not always great by the glass. Gianna and Mac manage to give great choices with either a 6 oz 9 oz or bottle option. Nothing is outrageous expensive. I usually order a super Tuscan or a primitivo with my pasta and they had both as choices by the glass. Service was amazing despite their super busy night with two private parties on the side. Multiple servers came by to check on us and keep us in cocktails water and bread. Food. We loved their Caesar salad and we are all super picky Caesar eaters. We rank them across the country. We ranked Gianna's with Chops/Atlanta which is really high praise. And it's big! The menu is large so if you don't like pasta you have other choices. We ordered the pizza which was big and tasty. I ordered the carbonara. And I'm super choosy about my carbonara. I want guanciale and not just three pieces. Italian dining to me means go big or go home. Tre Vele and Il Giallo get big fails for this. Gianna gets an A+ with huge servings. I was starving last night and ate till I was stuffed and have more than enough for tonight's dinner. Dessert-- we were lucky enough to have the kitchen send out a board of Italian desserts. They were yummie. And we thought we didn't have room for dessert! Noise. It is noisy but anywhere that is busy is noisy. You could choose to sit out on their new patio and it would be much quieter. I like to be in the busy area though so I'll always chose inside. Suggestions. Make reservations well in advance. Go early to get parking since it was really busy on a Friday night and my husband had to drive around a bit to find a place. Sit at the bar before dinner and enjoy a glass of wine and bread and if you're lucky you can have Charlie as your bartender. She's the best. We will probably go back on a week night and miss the crazy busy for just normal busy!

I made reservations months ago because trying to find a table for 8 people is basically the Hunger Games of dining out. You'd think it'd be simple... but nope. Miraculously, we scored an awesome table with actual elbow room, something no one with a big group has ever said with a straight face. Now here's the real shocker: every single person loved their meal. Like, no complaints. Nothing. Just stunned silence followed by "This is delicious!" I mean... what?! Total unicorn moment. Major win. Highlights (aka what you should immediately order): Appetizer: The arancini--run, don't walk. And please, for the love of carbs, dunk that warm bread in the sauce. You're welcome. Mains: Chicken Parm that could start a fan club, Marsala that made us emotional, Penne Vodka that brought joy to our souls, and Branzino that was fancy and flaky. Dessert: The tiramisu? Let's just say it's not "to die for"... it's "to fake your own death and come back for seconds" good. And huge shoutout to Yese (gosh I hope that I spelled that right), our server who somehow kept everything smooth, fun, and totally stress-free. She made the whole experience next-level amazing. Honestly? Soooo good. I would plot an elaborate reservation months in advance again.

This is my 2nd time coming here since they have opened. Each time I had the risotto which did not disappoint. I have to say the bread served was a bit hard and the oregano and oil mix isn't the best it needs some type of flavoring. Our server each time was polite just seems like they are delayed coming back to check on tables. Overall, the restaurant has a great look. They have a bar with open seating and two separate sides. We went at lunch so one side was closed. What got me was online it said no reservations, however upon arriving it was empty. One issue we did have was a party ordered the soup of the day was told twice it didn't have meat as he's vegetarian..only to dig in and get a piece of chicken. However, my daughter did enjoy her pizza.

Decided to give this spot a second try after them being open for a few months and was pleasantly surprised with how much they've improved since opening! The food was all very tasty and made perfectly, the service was excellent and the manager checked on us. I would have loved an umbrella outside but it sounded like they're getting a roof!

Second time attempting to eat here. Totally empty (I mean empty), yet 3 servers brainstormed at the front to find a place to seat us. After their meeting as my family waited, they stated they were unwilling to seat my party (5 people) in table due to not having a reservation, unless we were okay with a table for four and wanted to "squeeze in." We found another place to eat. On our way back 1 hour later, this place was still empty....

We were promptly seated for a weekend lunch with an option of indoor and outdoor seating. Service was great. The complimentary bread with olive oil, balsamic, & herbs was good. We ordered the Taglierini Norcina (sausage, truffle, cream pasta) and Chicken Parm Sandwich (Marinara sauce) both were an incredible burst of flavor with every bite. I'm convinced this is the best Italian Restaurant in Georgia! We will definitely be back to try the dinner menu and more delicious food!

Everything is on point couldn't be more happy we have a great time. The Charcuterie board is impressive with incredible flavors. We both ordered an Old Fashion SMOKED it's the only way to go. Waiter was tentative and informative with recommendations. Excellent service! The decor is very authentic with excellent lighting and overall decor is relaxing. Plan way ahead to get a reservation it's a happening restaurant.

Reservations recommended on the weekends, as they can be busy in the evenings. This was our first visit, and while we did not have a wait to sit at the bar, when we come back, we'll get reservations so we can enjoy a table or the patio. Charcuterie board was great! You can select two or three cheeses, plus two or three meats.

Very disappointed in Mac's new restaurant. Finally got a reservation and we're very excited to try it. It IS A BEAUTIFUL restaurant. Mac's quality on that definitely. We went on a Friday night and it was so loud. No one could hear themselves think. Servers couldn't hear orders. We had to repeat ours to our server multiple times to the point we were yelling. We looked around and started noticing no one could hear anything either. Our server was incredibly sweet but was clear she didn't know anything about the menu. She had the token dish she recommended from each course but couldn't tell you anything about any other item. The meats and cheeses on the cheeses on the charcuterie had very little flavor. Didn't even know that was a thing. I've actually never had that happen before. My gin/lemoncello drink was just not good at all. But again, that's more on me. My partner's smoked old fashioned was just perfect like the original Mac's. He ordered the seafood risotto which was very good. I ordered the cacio e pepe. I was excited for the show they put on with it. This was the most underwhelming show I have ever seen. The girl seemed very annoyed to be doing it and it was just blah. I ordered chicken to go with it. Everything was dry. I had two bites of it and my partner had a bite of it. After that we could not stomach any more of it. They do have a basic kids menu. My daughter's spaghetti and meatball was pretty awful. But only $10 so that was whatever. The Neapolitan dessert was very good. My biggest disappointment is that they have managers walking around in these fancy blue suits but I'm not certain what their roll is. I had so hoped that, like Mac's, they would come around and ask how our meal was. I rarely send food back (which I didn't) but it would have been nice if someone noticed my food went untouched and why. Overall, we likely will not return. We will however still frequent Mac's across the street!

My friends and I decided to check out the new Italian restaurant at Marietta Square today for lunch. Oh My! We all LOVED it! Our waitress, Rebecca, was outstanding and even offered some tips for our upcoming cruise! We enjoyed some of the Mac's Private Label Wine along with Ravioli. The white pizza with mushrooms was delicious. I can't wait to return to the wonderful new restaurant. We will definitely make reservations as this will soon be a "hot spot" in Marietta!

Gianni & Mac's was a neat spot in the cute town area of Marietta! They were booked out hours in advance for reservations, even on a regular Monday, so keep this in mind if you plan to visit. To us, this was a good sign! Our first impression was that it was extremely LOUD inside and very hectic. The restaurant was super busy, so there was a bit of a wait time even with a reservation. Our waitress was friendly! The staff all seemed to be really nice. We got an espresso martini and it was good and strong. The bread served was a little burnt but it was served with oil and vinegar that redeemed it some. For my meal, I ordered the taglierini cacio e pepe with chicken. It was so delicious and extra cheesy. The wonderful male waiter who made it table side was a delight. My husband ordered the seafood risotto. It was nothing special, but my dish had plenty for us to share. Overall a good spot. Not entirely what we expected, but not bad.

This is our new favorite spot in downtown Marietta. We were blown away with this restaurant and all it had to offer. It is hard to get a reservation here but when you do you will understand why! Amazing pasta, amazing bread service, fantastic service, and the vibes were top notch. We will be back again and again!

This is a much needed addition to the restaurant options available in the Marietta Square. We dined here three weeks after their grand opening and everything seems to be running without a glitch. The restaurant is spacious and beautiful. The bar areas are lively and hip. They even have an outdoor area! Their charcuterie options as well as their menu have an array of selections to choose from and the portion sizes are pretty big. They also have a great wine selection as well. For a new restaurant, the service was quick and our food arrived in a timely manner. The only downside would be the parking, but that's any restaurant on the Square. I would give yourself 15-20 minutes to find parking if you're dining here on a weekend or busy evening such as Wednesday-Friday. Also delighted to see they have a kids menu!! I would recommend this restaurant and also will dine here again.

We were there celebrating my daughter's 17th birthday with a group of her girlfriends. They were able to accommodate a reservation at the last minute. The restaurant is beautiful. Our sever Venice was attentive and offered excellent appetizer & dinner suggestions. The food was amazing & portions were huge! The burrata caprese salad & calamari were so good. The penne Alla vodka was a huge hit. Of course Taglierini Cacio E Pepe table side in the giant cheese wheel was delicious. The girls all love the tiramisu. Thank you to the staff for the birthday card for my daughter. That was a special touch. We can't wait to go back.

Great service and good location - avoid the seafood as they either don't know how to cook it well or are using low quality product - very rubbery fish (sea bass) and at $40 a dish, we felt we wasted our money. Charcuterie board appetizer was the highlight. Tiramisu dessert was pretty good as well, but we left overall pretty underwhelmed with the main courses.

We were really excited to try this place! The atmosphere is beautiful and the menu looked great, but unfortunately, our experience was super disappointing. From the moment we sat down, it felt like we were an afterthought. Our server told us bread would be coming "right out," but it never arrived until after we got our food--and only because we asked someone else. Every table around us had bread and full water glasses while we sat there trying to flag people down. When our food finally came (which looked amazing), we didn't even have silverware. Again, we had to ask someone else for that too. What made it even weirder was that the server was clearly attentive and friendly to the tables around us... but barely acknowledged us unless. It's a shame because the restaurant itself is gorgeous and the food was actually good, but service makes such a difference. This felt more like being ignored at a crowded diner than dining at a high-end Italian spot.

Nice atmosphere and helpful staff. We found the food to be good, but not without problems. Two in our party ordered chicken piccata, and one ordered veal piccata. One of the chicken dishes arrived with many artichoke hearts while the other had none. The veal had one artichoke. The wait staff said that artichokes were part of the recipe but could not explain further. The fact that artichokes were not listed on the menu for these dishes, I found this completely unacceptable. Personally I have never heard of artichokes being used in picata, and I think the dishes were ruined. The last insult was that we were there to celebrate a birthday but, in spite of another birthday table getting tiramisu with a candle, no such dessert arrived for us.

Ordered a pasta with seafood dish, it was inedible! So salty you couldn't eat it Came with 4 minuscule muscles - about 1/4 inch 4 shrimp Pasta was one big cold clump, sat in the calendar way too long after cooking When I told the waitress she took it away - they did not take it off the bill! Obviously the kitchen and manager have other priorities, I would advise going to one of other great restaurants on the Marrieta square!

Absolutely amazing experience. One of the managers, Dylan, was especially attentive to us. It was our anniversary and he made it extra special with his attention to detail. We will definitely be returning.

The location and space is wonderful. But the experience is strange. We've been twice, different servers both times, and both times they literally guided us away from several entrees. It feels odd to have it happen twice. Like what's going on with the food? Why isn't it outstanding, like the space? Why have things on a menu if even your staff won't eat them? I really want them to succeed, so I hope they can figure out the kitchen. We had calamari ( over fried, but nice coating), burrata caprese (no flavor) , penne vodka ( very good, but I can make the equivalent at home), salmon ( eh) and risotto (eh, not again.). Nothing was wonderful. Too expensive for a mediocre meal.

The ambiance is very nice! The food was delish! The service was amazing! We went for our anniversary and they treated us like we were old friends! Chad welcomed us in and was super accommodating and friendly! Our waiter Jay was awesome as well! We will be back. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary experience!

Service was fantastic! Bar situation needs to get under control or the two tops right next to it need to be taken away. The people at the bar were basically standing on top of us our entire dinner and the poor wait staff had to continuously maneuver around them to get through. Entire staff was super friendly and extremely knowledgeable though. As far as food goes, pizza and calamari were both fantastic! Pasta was good as well, the Italian sausage isn't my favorite as it more so resembles ground turkey but everything else was very good. If you're going to eat there with two people ask not to be sat by the bar, it does hinder the experience.

Everything on the menu looks incredible! A friend and I shared a pizza with Caesar salad. Was delicious! Service is very attentive. The decor is very upscale but friendly. Carter serves an amazing whiskey sour w egg white!!!

Has only been open about a month and the food was wonderful. We had Mel as a sever and she was fantastic. Would love to come sit at either bar but tonight we sat at a table and the atmosphere was comfortable and still energized. We loved the table side options but also enjoyed the menu overall and there are many things we want to try next time!

Could not have been better; food service and atmosphere. Came after my son's wedding to the most lively partner. Lived up to the event!

First time in Georgia. I think this is related to the other Mac's joints nearby. Only have enjoyed the octopus so far. Plus a couple excellent cocktails. Bartender is very attentive and on top of the clients needs. Really surprised not previously reviewed because it's standing room only. And based on the quality along with the menu options it should stay that way. Love the music in all of Mac's.

I live locally in Marietta and was really excited to try Gianni's , especially since I'm a regular at Mac's next door and love it. Unfortunately, every time I've tried to dine here--5 or 6 times now--I've been turned away. Even when the restaurant looks half empty, I'm told there are no seats available. It's incredibly frustrating to walk into what appears to be an open space and still not be accommodated. I've really wanted to support this spot, but the experience so far has been disappointing. Moral of the story is make sure you make a reservation I guess.

The food, service and ambience is impeccable! A must try is the Cacio e Pepe that is served as a dining experience, table side.

I was so looking forward this this restaurant - it has the look, the feel - but ultimately not the food. Had the meatballs to start - room temperature at best. Ravioli was not much warmer. And it is a shame because both would have been really good. Chicken Marsala was very bland. On the good side - wine selection is good with many reasonable options. Their mixed drinks were also good. Service was great throughout. But in the end, it about the food. And there are better Italian restaurants - Sotto Sotto and a mano are a couple.

We were so excited to finally try Gianni & Mac's and we're sadly so disappointed. They were out of many mixers for cocktails, they did not bring the salads out until the meal came, they brought out an incorrect meal, forgot to bring out an after dinner espresso, and the Cacio e Pepe noodles were extremely overcooked and mushy.The espresso martini was great as well as the chicken parm and chicken picatta. It's a very cute restaurant and good vibe but they seemed to be all over the place and still getting it together.

Our second visit -- took our pasta-loving teens back this time. The good: Tried the penne vodka for the first time -- absolutely delicious. The not-so-good: Meatball appetizer was tender and flavorful but served lukewarm. Arancini leaned heavily toward cheese over rice -- very gooey. Cacio e pepe was tasty but dry and clumped quickly. It was much saucier on our first visit. Gnocchi were dense this time, and the herb-forward sauce didn't land for us. Drinks: Disappointed the caprese cocktail was off the menu. I went with the Vita Divina, recommended by our server Ja'Ryan (?) after mentioning I enjoy gin. Unfortunately, it was overly sweet, lacked gin flavor, and had a noticeable raw egg white smell (the menu only said "foam"). I finished it quickly and switched to prosecco. If egg whites are used, that should be clearly stated on the menu. Sodas are served in glass bottles -- charming, but no refills, and sizes vary (Sprite bottle is notably smaller than Coke). Even soda water on the side of a straight bourbon came bottled, which felt impractical. A proper bar should offer refills and use a soda gun. Desserts - panna cotta - too gelatinous - and paled in comparison to the dish served at Palo, Disney Cruise Line's signature Italian restaurant. Cannoli - the orange peel flavor was too intense. Did not enjoy. Service: This was our biggest issue. I don't think our server introduced himself (we found his name on the receipt later). We announced our son had just graduated an hour prior and it was a celebration, but the response was flat. Overall, he felt disengaged throughout. He somewhat obsessively wiped the table with a wet rag between courses (gross) and awkwardly cleared dirty plates and utensils. At one point, he placed dirty dishes on top of a stack of menus he was holding. We asked for advice on how many servings of cacio e pepe to share and ordered two. (The server oddly seemed offended that we declined his offer of "protein" add-on for this dish. I always cringe when servers use this word. It feels so chef-speak and not warm and inviting.) Only one serving was prepared table side. When questioned, he confirmed it was just one serving but didn't follow up to see if we still wanted another. Instead, the prep cart was just sent back out, but we declined a second serving. One plate of clumpy pasta was enough. Water refills were very slow. I asked twice for a prosecco to go with my pasta -- it arrived after I'd nearly finished eating. My husband's second bourbon came watered down and too late to enjoy with dessert. Hostess interaction was also odd -- a lady with blonde hair looked at me and smiled but left it to the other person to greet us. No manager checked on our table during the meal, which was surprising given the restaurant's upscale vibe. Also, this observation is neither here nor there, but there may be a bit of an identity crisis at this place. Server / runner uniforms are dark jeans with seafoam green, small print gingham shirts. This seems more appropriate at a country style establishment. I would expect a crisp white shirt and tie to fit the upscale image they're trying to project with the atmosphere, menu, and marketing. Final thoughts: Some standout dishes, but service and consistency fell short this time. We may return, but not in a hurry.

OK, this was a kinda weird restaurant. Pluses: 1. Gorgeous. Nice room, well laid out, not too loud. 2. Service. Superb. From the hostess to the bartender to the waitress to the runners - everyone of them know their job and performed it well. 3. Bar. This is an excellent bar. They could probably add a couple of restaurant drinks to the menu, but the service was superb and the drinks were well made. We ran the gamut - fancy smoked Manhattan, standard scotch on the rocks. Very good, 4. Service. The table service was very good. Attentive, plates come, plates go. No fuss no muss. Minuses: 1. I ordered the cheese wheel pasta, which is a table side service. All well and good, except the service was above our heads. "What's she doing? " "Don't know, it's above our heads. Stirring something into something." Come on, guys. Get a cart that's head high to some one sitting at the damn table! I will order something that's table side service just because it's table side service. (I go back to table side Caesar Salad at the Coach & Six). The point is seeing what you're doing. 2. The food. This is kinda hard to say, given the rest of the restaurant, which is very much a plus. The food was meh. Dramatically under seasoned, and by under seasoned I mean "Could we get some salt? A bunch of salt? So, overall: Service - 5 Ambience - 5 Food - 2? 3? We'll give it some time and try it again.