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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano, Lexington, KY

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4.9
4.9
4461 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
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Booked 67 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
There’s a quiet country road hiding near one of Lexington’s busiest intersections. Tucked down the lane in a tree-lined cove, Giuseppe’s has been serving great Italian cuisine serenaded by live music for the last 25 years. Renowned for its fresh fish and seafood, hand-cut steaks, traditional and contemporary pasta dishes, homemade desserts and extensive wine list, Giuseppe’s captures its guests with the ambiance of candlelight, easy sounds of slow jazz and a taste of passion which flows from your fork, making every dish its own invitation to return. Whether you prefer a table in the main dining room, the lounge, or the patio, Giuseppe’s is the perfect romantic spot for dates and anniversaries, and it’s also a favorite for large gatherings of family and friends. Giuseppe’s Private Dining Room provides a relaxed, intimate venue for business and social events. That is how something so hidden still stands out, and that is why those who find us return again and again.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (859) 272-4269
  • Website
    http://giuseppeslexington.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Steve Olmstead
  • Location
    4456 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40515
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Cross street
    Old Nicholasville Road
  • Parking details
    Giuseppe's has a parking lot by the front door of the restaurant.
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz in our Lounge: Dave Hall plays saxophone Weds, Thurs and Fri. Tom Senff plays keyboard Sat.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 4,461 people are saying

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4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Overall

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Service

  • Central Kentucky

    Hot spot

  • Central Kentucky

    Great for fine wines

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Ambiance

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Great for fine wines

  • Lexington

    Romantic

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano is celebrated for its "fantastic food," "amazing service," and "wonderful atmosphere" with live jazz music. A favorite for special occasions, it offers "top-notch Italian cuisine" in a cozy setting. Guests praise the attentive staff and highly recommend dishes like the halibut special and pasta offerings.
4,461 Reviews

  1. Danielle

    VIP

    Key West

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have always loved everything about Guiseppes. Hands down Delores takes it to an extra caliber. We will always return!

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  2. Tori

    Denver

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for our wedding anniversary and it was a 10/10 experience - everything from the drinks, food, service, and live jazz was wonderful.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was our first time here and you didn’t disappoint. It was my birthday and they surprised me with a slice of red velvet cake. Was delicious. I had Piccata yummy. The waiter was very good at explaining the menu and very attentive. Thank you .

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  4. Libby

    Charleston

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Giuseppe’s never disappoints! The service was great and the food was wonderful.

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  5. Johnny

    VIP

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Julia has ALWAY provided excellent service and the food is great as well!

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We found Giuseppe's via a TV ad. Overall, a nice experience. The service was wonderful. The ambiance was comfortable, classic Italian- American- I wouldn't say 'old- school' but not contemporary or casual either. I could have done without the live music. It was nice but intrusive... We had to sit on the same side of the table to even have a conversation. Granted, we are not loud-talkers, but we didn't want to yell or disturb other diners with our conversation, either. Next time I would request sitting as far away from the music as possible. My husband had the scallops with a Caesar salad and he was delighted. I had the calamari appetizer (which was HUGE - more like an entree than an appetizer), the Caesar salad, and chicken piccata. The calamari was delicious but it was so big it ruined my appetite. I didn't think the Caesar dressing was very flavorful but it was passable (maybe diners in Kentucky are afraid of anchovies so, sadly, places just leave them out of the dressing). The chicken piccata was just ok. The chicken was cooked to perfection but the sauce was clunky - more like a gravy than a sauce, not very lemony and, way too much of it on the plate. Overall, a good experience and we would go back.

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  7. DannyA

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and great meal. Anniversary date! Check!!!

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  8. Josh

    E. Tennessee

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent as always, server was very outgoing and knowledgeable.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food so much rich flavor! Waitress was extremely knowledgeable. A little pricey but you get what you pay for.

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  10. David

    Louisville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food, great service, and a fun experience! It was a little noisy and the food is pricey but a great meal!

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FAQs

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

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano is rated 4.9 stars by 4461 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 67 times today

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Google Map for Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4456 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40515

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Old Nicholasville Road
  • Neighborhood
    Lexington
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Sat, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Giuseppe's has a parking lot by the front door of the restaurant.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Steve Olmstead
  • Entertainment
    Live Jazz in our Lounge: Dave Hall plays saxophone Weds, Thurs and Fri. Tom Senff plays keyboard Sat.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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