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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano, Lexington, KY

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4.9
4.9
4297 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 63 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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Dining areas

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 4,297 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

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

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Overall

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • 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

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano is a "favorite place in Lexington" known for its "excellent food, attentive service," and delightful live jazz. Guests rave about the "amazing portions" and "delicious specialties" like the gnocchi and tiramisu. A perfect spot for celebrations, this Italian gem offers a "wonderful atmosphere" and an impressive wine list.

4,297 Reviews

  1. John

    Caribbean

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The main courses were outstanding. Only problem was that my wife found the salad dressing (the house Italian) much too spicy. She couldn't eat the salad and it ruined the meal for her.

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  2. Alana

    Nashville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I came with a group of women (8 of us) and we had the best time!

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  3. Jim

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Giuseppe's is the best place in Lexington to have a fine meal.

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  4. William

    New Orleans

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife picked Giuseppe’s for her birthday dinner and it was truly an amazing experience - Perfect in all aspects. It was so good that we are already planning a return trip.

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  5. David

    Cincinnati

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely wonderful and our server Tim was top notch.

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  6. Diane

    Cincinnati

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The server, Julia was very friendly & knew the menu well. Service & food were wonderful!!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We celebrated our 18th Anniversary at Guiseppe’s. It was the perfect choice from the delicious Manhattan to the Italian wedding cake. Our server Julia was amazing as well.

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  8. Bayne

    Louisville

    24 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food is always consistent and good as well as the staff. A favorite.

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  9. Mike

    Cincinnati

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic authentic Italian cuisine with a charming atmosphere. The service was great and the waiter offered many great suggestions. The menu had traditional favorites and other options for every type of interest. The wine list seemed extensive although I chose a Prosecco to go with my meal. The dessert options were classic and the red velvet cake was perfectly prepared. This place is a hidden gem tucked in a residential neighborhood. I highly recommend seeking it out if you’re in the Lexington area.

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  10. Steve

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic restaurant for dining and jazz music. I highly recommend the experience.

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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 4297 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
Booked 63 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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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