Jianna

If you appreciate fine dining and truly professional service, Jianna is a must-visit. My wife and I were absolutely blown away by our experience here last night, one of our final dinners in South Carolina. Staff: Our server, Matt, was phenomenal. He knew the menu inside and out, describing dishes with the knowledge and passion of a chef. He was attentive, kind, and just the right amount of funny; clearly someone who loves what he does. One of his recommendations ended up being my order, and it was spot on. The hostesses we met were equally kind and welcoming, making us feel valued at every interaction. Food: This was, hands down, the best meal we’ve had in a long time, and we eat out often. We’ve dined in some of the finest places, and Jianna measured up to some of our favorite places. My wife has celiac disease and must avoid gluten, yet the menu here was perfect for her. Almost everything could be customized, allowing her to enjoy the same experience as everyone else. The gluten-free pasta was incredible. I ordered the Halibut, and it was the best fish I’ve ever eaten, and I grew up on an island where seafood was a daily menu item. The Fingerling Potatoes were bursting with flavor, the Tomato Bisque was smooth and satisfying, and the Summer Salad was a fresh, light start. Every dish had brilliant flavor combinations. It’s no wonder Jianna sells a cookbook! The only regret I have is not buying one to take home so I could try my best to replicate our experience at home in my own kitchen. Atmosphere: We dined on the outdoor patio, which was perfect. The soft sounds of the street below added to the warm feeling of the restaurant, and to top it off, a musician in the park provided live music as we ate. We couldn’t have asked for a better evening. If we could go back tonight, we would in a heartbeat. If you’re looking for a spot to eat… stop looking and just give them a call and reserve a seat.

I went out to celebrate a friend’s birthday and we had a great time here at Jianna. The waiter was very helpful with the food and drinks recommendations. I had the duck cooked medium rare, which I have to say was the most delicious duck I’ve ever tried. We got the prosciutto and ricotta honey apps and paired them together (heavenly). My friend got the lobster dish which she enjoyed. For desert we tried the classic olive oil cake which was good but not my favorite for dessert. Overall had a wonderful dinner and I will definitely be coming back since they change their menus seasonally! I am excited to see what they come up with next!

Excellent evening from start to finish. Nice and quiet, elegant and classy. Server Fernando was super chill and knowledgeable. Being in the business it's nice to be served for once and treated like family on a Tuesday. Chef on expo when we walked in. This is an owner that doesn't take his foot off the gas and has a culture that is apparent in the vibes of the staff. Smiles all around! Nice to see on a Tuesday. Can't wait to return!

Beautiful meal with incredible service and ambience. Austin was a phenomenal server who recommended the trout (a standout dish). We very much enjoyed the truffle honey ricotta appetizer which tasted unique with perfect light flavor. The Maine lobster fusilli was very good but the pasta lacked flavor in its own right. Would 100/10 recommend the trout, lots of flavor in every element of the dish combined in perfect harmony for utter gastronomic bliss 🤩.

Boyfriend suggested Jianna for our anniversary dinner, and I’m so glad he did! First meal I’ve had in ages that knocked my socks off. We made a Saturday night Resy for 2, and on arrival were presented menus with “Happy Anniversary” printed on the header! For apps, we shared the North Carolina Burrata and Potato Gnocchi. Both yummy, but the burrata came out on top for me- creamy mozzarella and fresh strawberries with crunchy croutons and pine nuts. Amazing flavor and perfectly light! My Specialino Spritz paired great with everything as well, I regret not getting a second one. For our mains, we got the Spaghetti TBG with meatballs and the Radiatore. Both excellent- but I have never had anything like the Radiatore with its delectable beef short rib. Had to cut myself off early so I could have some leftover for the next day (good decision). Dessert included an affogato with chocolate gelato and a slice of off-menu cheesecake with strawberries and cookie crumble crust. So fresh and airy. Many thanks to our server for all of her recommendations. Can’t wait to go back and continue enjoying the brilliance!

We had a dinner reservation for a party of 2 at 8 pm on Saturday, 3/22/25. We were celebrating a birthday, which they acknowledged with birthday wishes and a “Happy Birthday” menu, but that was it. No dessert on the house, which was a bummer. Katelyn was our waitress and she was great! We got a starter, bread, and we got all specials for the half order of pasta (the move!!) and our large plates. Here’s what we got: - North Carolina Burrata ($15): More like a salad, doesn’t come with bread. Very good! - Grilled Ciabatta ($4): Unfortunately, they don’t offer free bread service. The bread was fine, but we wouldn’t get it again. - Lamb Ragu Pasta Special (half order, $15): OMG. This was soo good. The half order was the perfect size too. Still dreaming about this. - Scallop Special ($45): The scallops melted in my mouth! Loved the mushrooms in the dish too! - Filet Special ($55): We ordered this medium, but it came out very medium rare. My husband was fine with that, so he ate it. It was good, but the side was even better! The potatoes, snap peas, and cauliflower were perfectly seasoned. So good! We were sadly too full for dessert. We would 100% go back and have already recommended to others! Good portion size, reasonably priced, and delicious food!

So good. We first came about a month ago to celebrate closing of our GA house and moving here. It was great but dinner lasted under an hour, we got our entrees before our wine and it was too rushed. We came again last night and Brandon was our server — he was amazing with so much knowledge about the menu and wines. And it was much more relaxed and we were not at all rushed through courses. The Spaghetti TBG is great and the rigatoni with veal shank ragu amazing. Can’t wait to return!

This was our first time at Jianna for me and my Husband. Our server was very knowledgeable about the menu and wine list, and very efficient. We started with buratta. I couldn't decide so I had the risotto and gnocchi, while my husband had a clam pasta dish. Finishing up with the dessert special. For several days we both talked about how flippin' good this meal was! The menu may not be as extensive as other restaurants, but don't let this sway you, everything is top-notch and freshly made!

Food fantastic, Service exceptional- especially Brandon- he made our dining experience phenomenal, recommended the best vino, and is the coolest guy. Ask for Brandon when you go to Jianna!

We had dinner here for a friend's birthday! It offered the perfect atmosphere and friendly staff for our girl's night! The food was the best Italian I've had in the upstate! We sat on the patio early June so it wasn't too hot and we had a nice view of main which was great to people watch

Had high expectations for Jianna, given the reviews and articles across the internet. Ambiance was open and seating was well executed. We didn't have reservations, yet we're seated within 15 min; service was mostly good. Recommendations were honest, from the perspective of the server, and service was met well overall. Admittedly, the menu items read much better than they tested. The descriptions, for sure, grabbed our attention, but the satisfaction wasn't quite met. The best ordered from our selection (inspired by recommendations) was certainly the Gemelli al Nero de Sepia which was made with: Maine Lobster, Haricot Verts, Aleppo Pepper, Garlic Breadcrumb. The black is due to squid ink, and the texture was perfectly al dente. The Poppyseed Radiatori honestly didn't taste different than a homemade pasta primavera. Not very much lump crab, which we thought would steal the show on this dish. Really appreciated the sunflower gremolata on the halibut, which completed the soft fish with texture. The fish, however, seemed overcooked. Would suggest leaving out the garlic cream sauce (had more of a resemblance to an aioli and/or mayo). The server did recommend the Char-grilled Octopus (Potato, Guanciale, Pistachio, Sherry-lemon Vinaigrette) and it didn't disappoint! Texture was not rubbery at all, and instead soft and easy to chew. I'm glad we checked it out, but it didn't really live up to the hype. It's possible that this could be a good taste for what Greenville is used to. It does, however, help that the area is fantastic, and the balcony is quite pleasant (and different from other venue spaces) which led to a nice digestive walk afterwards.

The wife and I were town for the weekend and heard great things about this place. We went on a Saturday night about 6 and only seating available was at the bar. Give the seats were outside on a nice evening, who would say no? Honestly, they were the best seats in the house, above the street where we could watch below, fantastic. So, who goes to a place known for pasta and other than the gnocchi for an appetizer didn't order pasta? Yep, that would be us. I wanted to and then saw the steak on the menu and switched up. The bride had tuna that she said was "amazing and the best meal in a long time" and my steak was fantastic! Feel bad I didn't get the name of the dude at the bar that served us, be he was attentive, chatty (without being obnoxious) and quick to point out recommendations. We both would absolutely go back.

Great food, great service and a super great view from the outside terrace. Brought plenty guests here and all have raved about this pace. My 5th visit here and will be many more.

Went here for my birthday and it was excellent. The service was great and the view of the sunset from the patio was an added bonus. Great wine menu at a number of different price points. Everyone really enjoyed their food and there were no leftovers. Best place I've eaten in Greenville so

Jianna is fantastic! I've been here once a week during my visit to Greenville, and had a great meal every time. Their fresh pastas are delicious-- I really love their black rigatoni with rock shrimp. It's perfectly flavored with white wine, garlic, and lemon. I always sit at the bar, and have had great service from the friendly bartenders. The space is light and airy, as it's perched on the second floor of a downtown building. They also have a wraparound outdoor deck, with bar seating as well. It's very cool. Probably my top pick in Greenville!

Jianna is a GVL gem. Great pasta - especially seafood pastas, a lot of dishes remind me of Venice style pasta. Loveee their chargrilled bread, so good. Great oysters too!! Always super solid and consistent every time we go and we love sitting on balcony facing out toward falls park and overlooking Main Street.

The ambiance was nice and the restaurant is beautifully decorated. The service was good but very confusing as they didn't have a vegan dish. They ended up making something special. The pasta had to be sent back as it was hard undercooked. The manager Nico came out and spoke to us and finally pasta # 4 was right after our party of 3 only 2 people ate. It was extremely disappointing. The whole ordeal lasted a 2 1/2 hour waste of time. In addition, to seating outside that we came in during the day and it turned into night. It was very disappointing as all the local stated that Jianna was the spot. I will not be coming back to this restaurant again.

There were 11 of us for a company Christmas celebration on Thursday evening. The service was great, yet a bit fractured at times with the server taking partial orders at our table and then being distracted and not returning. This caused one meal to be left off. This guest did not receive their food when everyone else did and, as his meal was made to order, it would have taken 20 mins. longer at that point. He declined, and was okay with receiving complimentary drinks and a gift card instead, and then sharing some bites of our dishes. Kudos to the manager for doing the right thing. The food was fabulous per usual and I highly recommend the house-made gelato. So rich and smooth! Despite the serving hiccup, everyone had a great time. It was very loud which makes it difficult for a large group to chat, so a party room would be a great addition here.

Beautiful views overlooking the city. If you've got a party of 2 reserve a table on the balcony (there's also one table for 4 outside) - it's lovely. The pasta is perfectly prepared and made me feel like I was back in Italy. I loved the simple perfection of the dishes.

A wonderful place to enjoy downtown Greenville and have a delightful lunch. When the weather is agreeable, consider eating on the terrace with a view of downtown. Great food with an Italian flair complemented with a good selection of drinks and wines. This is a great spot for a casual date or to meet friends and family.

We were seated promptly outside with a nice view of Main Street and also under shade. Good service and the food was amazing.

Such a great location, food, vibe and staff! This wasn't my first time at Jianna's, it was, however, my first on the balcony. We had sat in the furthest most 2 seat table on the right of the balcony, completely in shade and open view to the park and road below. Open music, nice breeze, and 2 servings of east coast oysters along with mimosas. I couldn't think of a better brunch (and first date) in years! We had an amazing time. Our server was genuinely pleasant and fun. #jianna #greenville

Food was unique, delicious, and an unforgettable culinary experience. Hostess, bartenders, and server were superb and so kind. We dined indoors which was well tempered, not too noisy, and had an elegant yet comfortable vibe. The outdoor dining is on a balcony that overlooks a wonderful spot to people watch. If you like great food, attentive servers, and a great drink... Jianna is a must dining experience for everyone!

The pasta is made in an open area at the front near the hostess stand where people are constantly walking past. The 2 guys making pasta did not wear gloves. One was scratching his head and beard and then would handle the pasta with his bare hand. So we all decided against the pasta. I mentioned this to the manager, he thanked me and stated he would speak to the staff, but there is no way he did not know what was being done. Additionally, after our food was delivered our server ghosted us until we asked for him to return. Our food was good, but due to the sanitation issue, I would not return.

the best italian place in greenville: we had lovely service and sat outside before a early show at the peace center so we had their lunch menu. we got the honey ricotta to start and had the pesto salad and spaghetti to split. the pasta was fresh and gorgeous. definitely get reservations on resy since they get busy quickly. will be coming back for dinner

Excellent service. Food was very good. We had dinner on a heated balcony with view of downtown Greenville. Very enjoyable.

We travel around a lot and eat and drink our way thru cities. We have NEVER seen an up charge of $2.00 for having a bourbon NEAT. basically pouring whiskey into a glass. WHAT??? Btw- your food is no where near special enough for up charges like this. Completely ridiculous. Can't and won't recommend As a part two to this story, check out the charming email I got from the GM who runs this place. Don't worry Andrea, we won't be back.

Staple in Greenville - if you can get a table on the patio do it, just amazing people watching. They have an amazing wine list, great service and better food. Favorites are going to be the gnocchi appetizer (I have tried making at home it's that good), their oyster selection is awesome and shucked right at the bar, rotating menu mostly but they normally have either a crab or shrimp short pasta dish that is always incredible.

2nd visit and still some of the best food. Tried the Caesar salad, oysters and picatta shrimp! 10/10. Service was great and the weather was perfect for a seat on the balcony.

This was a restaurant that we've been trying to get into for a while. And it didn't disappoint! Service was top notch. The waiter made us feel at home and explained everything on the menu to perfection as everything is in Italian form. We will be back!

A visit to Jianna is on the top of our list every time we visit Greenville. The food and service are always on point and compared to the casual nature/vibe of most other downtown restaurants, this one has a slightly more upscale vibe while still welcoming people to come as they are. The espresso martini is the best I've ever had.

This is a gem in Greenville. They serve freshly made pastas and have an extensive wine menu. This isn't the typical Italian restaurant with 3 pastas and a red and white sauce. This is elevated but not in a weird, stuffy way. It's a lively atmosphere with good food and amazing service. It's definitely worth a visit and if the weather is good the seats on the balcony are a great spot for dinner with a view.

Food was great, service spectacular. I highly recommend and I can't wait to get back to Greenville to go back.

We had a lovely dinner last night at jianna. We ordered the ricotta crostini, roasted Brussels, and the gnocchi. For our main we had the short rib pasta. The pasta portions are huge. We split it, and still boxed it up to go. Our waiter was amazing. He was kind, attentive, and provided us a wonderful experience. We will be back for another date night again.

Oysters, house-made pasta and choice cuts of meat. Did I mention raw oysters?! Oysters!! We visited Greenville for a family reunion and searched for a downtown restaurant offering a variety of dinner options. Hey, I could eat fresh seafood every meal and never complain but some among us won't go near it. Jianna was a great choice for us. Sitting on the second-floor patio was perfect for a warm and breezy evening. The oysters were so good! They had four choices, two from East Coast and two from West. We ordered a couple dozen and I easily devoured half of them. We also had a prosciutto plate which pairs very well with the burrata. Highly recommended. Among our entrees we had Spaghetti, a Pork Chop and the daily fish special which was Halibut. Our server graciously divided the fish between two of us. It is so hard to prepare thick pork chops well and Jianna - almost pulled it off. Just slightly on the dry side. Unfortunately, my wife said that the fish was also slightly over-cooked. All in all, though, we very much enjoyed our dinner. Thank you for a wonderful meal.

Jianna was outstanding! From the moment you walk in, the decor is well thought out and you have a beautiful view of the river. The grilled octopus was grilled perfectly had a great salad to compliment it. Their grilled bread and beer selection was excellent as well. I finished off the meal with their marinated olives and had a great experience. Their larger plates looked great but focus on their appetizers which were tapas style and very flavorful. Highly recommend you stop by and if you can, try to sit outside and enjoy their lovely view.

The pasta in fresh made and is fantastic. Service was great. Nice location downtown. Recommend getting reservations.

Jianna is by far my favorite Italian restaurant in Greenville! Their homemade pasta is to die for.... I suggest the spaghetti TBG (tomato basil garlic) pictured here. The atmosphere is modern and charming with an almost classic coastal feel as they serve up raw fresh oysters at their bar. Cocktails & wine are impressive as well and service is always attentive and kind !

Best pasta I've ever had in my life I highly recommend Joanna great service and exceptional flavor for the cost.

Great Saturday lunch place with half price oysters. Definitely recommend a reservation, request the balcony facing the park for a great view.

Sit in Brennan's section! She was informative, knowledgeable about wine pairings (she was spot on with her choices) and attentive. We had a late reservation for 9pm on a Thursday. We arrived early so sat at the bar and had a cocktail and appetizer. We ordered the gnocchi and Brennan recommended the the bread to dip up the sauce, perfect. The hostess accommodated our request for an outdoor table but only if we could stay in Brennan's care. The red snapper was so tasty. My Campanille pasta was served hot and with just the right amount of spice, our third companion had the squid ink pasta dish -Rigatoni al Nero di Seppia, yummy! We had a lovely evening with fabulous food and outstanding service. Exactly what we were looking for.

Pasta wasn't as good as billed. Gnocchi was best thing w bread to add with it. Blueberry salad was great. Coffee was cold and they wrote it off. Caramel desert was fair.

We had a wonderful time here for date night. I made reservations weeks in advanced which is the way to go. We had a nice table by the window with a view. The hostess asked what type of water we wanted and told her. But she never came back with it. About 5 mins later a manager noticed us looking around and he asked what type of water and drinks we wanted and he did get it for us. We were finally greeted by our actual server a few mins later. We started off with the grilled ciabatta, oysters, and the mushroom ravioli special for appetizers. All were delicious and well made. I got the spaghetti with a side of meatballs. The pasta was cooked so well. It had a refreshing garlic flavor. Meatballs were hearty and filling. My husband got the veal dinner special and he was very pleased by it. We opted out of dessert because we were so full! Paying was kind of a pain. We paid with our card and when we got it back we noticed we got a different receipt for much more and realized it was someone else's check. We tried to find our server but couldn't and waited a solid 10 mins before we can ask another server for help. It was finally squared away but that itself took a while. We had a good experience overall and I would definitely come back!

Love the vibe and the food. Bolognese was amazing. Good wine selection. Great place for happy hour cocktail after work.

First time here because I had no idea it even existed until a few weeks ago... So sad this was my first time going because I LOVE Italian food. I love good service too and they definitely have it. Very enthusiastic waiters and waitresses. Lovely wine and drink selection. I had the pasta special and it was heavenly. Chocolate tiramisu was amazingly creamy. YELLOWFIN TUNA CRUDO FOR THE WIN!

Our server Jeff deserves high praise! He was great with his recommendations and just an all around kind person to chat with casually. I would highly suggest getting the Local Peach Salad if you want a refreshing salad, for dinner the Radiatore pasta was incredible ( don't be shy with the freshly grated cheese here! While I loved the Basil Gelato accompanied by the olive oil cake, the Salted Caramel Semifreddo was the winner in our dessert show down. Will be back!

Excellent food and atmosphere. My wife and I went for our anniversery, and hd a wonderful experience. We will definately be back!

Wow! Absolutely taken aback by the amazing service and great food for this location. I've traveled a lot and this place isn't known for it's quantity but quality. Don't expect heaping servings of Italian appetizers but of fun flavorful pieces. Menu has limited choices but because the items are made to perfection! The ambiance is really amazing. A great way to get lost in conversions with low music and dimmed lights. If you're lucky enough to snag a seat on the patio or near the windows it's lit by the outdoor light!

First of all, nicest staff ever.... They were very attentive and wonderful. The ricotta app and prosciutto was great. I took the recommendation of the server and ordered the salmon special with crab stuffed pasta.... Absolutely horrible. The stuffed pasta (like ravioli but another name) was undercooked and it was like biting into a hard pasta shell... the salmon was also over cooked and extremely dry.... I'm shocked this was recommended or a special bc it was under flavored and over cooked... so sad bc the apps were great. I'm so happy I ordered the $8 meatball accompaniment because I would have left hungry. Also the restaurant was beautiful.

Wonderful lunch with family. The food and service was great. Oysters, shrimp, bolognese were delicious!

Valentine's Day 2021. Spent an overnight in town so we called a couple weeks in advance to try out this place with a high recommendation from my daughter who lives in the area and has heard great reviews. It was booked so on the waiting list we went. Two days before I called to see about any cancellations. There were none but they kindly offered a balcony reservation at 5. It was chilly (50's) but we dressed warm and there were heaters so we were comfortable and honestly had the best seat in the house! (The balcony gives great views of people on the Main Street below and is quieter than inside). I started with a mixed cocktail called Respect Your Elders. It's was excellent. My husband and I split a "little gem salad" which was proportionally right for us both. The lettuce, pear, parmesan crisps and dressing were very good. There was Gorgonzola cheese too but neither of us are fans of that strong cheese so we left behind. I am gluten free and had their gf pasta with spaghetti sauce. It's not like a usual heavy sauce and had chunks of tomatoes and pieces of basil. Lot of Parmesan on top, yummy. Hubby had some kind of a lamb ragu dish which he loved. Again, the sauce wasn't too heavy. The lamb wasn't too gamey either and it was very flavor with a thick and chewy homemade pasta. We both had a glass of wine with dinner which our server recommended based on our general preference for Pinot Noir. Their wines are all Italian and his recommendations were spot on. The service was great and we felt well attended to. My pasta originally came out without being gf but they quickly rectified it and brought my husbands back too so it would be hot and we could eat together. Overall the food, service, and ambiance was excellent. I wouldn't hesitate to return or recommend eating.here.

Came back for a second time. Better than the first, I had the potato gnocchi to start and it was an amazing blend of savory flavors. Some of the best bacon I've had as well! Fusilli was to die for and I couldn't recommend it enough. Restaurant offers great views when you sit indoors as well if you can't get the terrace. Service is good too.

Can't say enough good things about this place. Great atmosphere, top shelf service, and really good food. This was probably our best dining experience while in Greenville. The pork chop was very flavorful and the ravioli had a tasty sauce. The outdoor balcony is a great place to people watch.

I absolutely love Jianna--you just can't beat the pasta or vibes. But Jianna's lunch is Greenville's best kept secret. The sandwiches are amazing, and they all come with pasta salad on the side. I tried the new pepperoni club and it will be my go-to from now on. $14?? Can't beat it. Throw in a $4 mimosa or bloody! Yes, you read that right--$4!!!

I was in town for a wedding and several us decided to check out this spot before the Welcome Party, and we are glad we did. We got there right when they opened, as there were no reservations online and we were seated promptly. Our server was amazing, and made some excellent suggestions. All the food came out timely and was delicious. Next time I'm in Greenville, I plan on coming back here.

Oh my goodness! This place was recommended by a friend and I am so very glad I followed it! I cannot adequately express how good this was; I'll try: The view was terrific, the staff was friendly and helpful, the atmosphere was hip but comfortable, and the food was spectacular. Everything we had was fresh, remarkably flavorful, and the presentation was superb!

I have eaten here many times and never disappoints! Always a good place to bring friends and family when visiting the area.

ambiance was perfect for that special occasion! service was impeccable; food was amazing! we thoroughly enjoyed the TBG pasta; added meatballs & sautéed mushrooms for a lovely dinner