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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano, Lexington, KY

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4.8
4.8
4377 Reviews
$31 to $50
Italian

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 74 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 4,377 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Great for fine wines

  • Lexington

    Romantic

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano in Lexington is cherished for its "amazing service," "delicious food," and "wonderful live music." Guests rave about the "perfect atmosphere" with smooth jazz and a cozy ambiance. The restaurant is ideal for "special occasions," offering a diverse menu, generous portions, and attentive staff.

4,378 Reviews

  1. Jim

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food perfectly cooked. Server was excellent! We enjoy eating there for special occasions. Always proves an excellent decision✌️

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  2. Cenia

    Louisville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Enjoyed the food. Went for first time to celebrate anniversary but was disappointed we were seated in back by noisy kitchen. We were not even able to hear or enjoy music they had advertised for the evening. Will know to ask for seating in main room if we go again.

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  3. Ray

    VIP

    Louisville

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our "go to" place on cold, snowy nights. Always a delightful experiece.

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  4. Bobby

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    WONDERFUL EXPERIENCE! Great food and service!! We will be back soon!

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  5. Kerry

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent meal with excellent service. Menu is quite diverse (but all Italian) so you can pick different things on your return trips. It is not cheap but it is not cheap food, top quality ingredients prepared very well, and served very well.

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  6. Barry

    Louisville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great night out with friends service and food was awesome

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  7. Leeanne

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We love to go to Giuseppe’s for special occasions and we are always extremely pleased! The atmosphere, service and food were all superb! It was an added pleasure to have live music while dining also. We will return !

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  8. Leen

    Louisville

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was exceptional! It’s hard to get a reservation but worth the wait. The one problem is that it would have been nice if the large party near us had been in their own space…we were a party of two, mother and daughter, wanting to talk. They spent hours screaming at the top of their lungs which is so inappropriate in an intimate setting where others are dining…not Giuseppe’s fault.

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  9. Charlie

    Louisville

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best food in Lexington, no question. Sauces are beyond compare, quality of food and presentation is fantastic.

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  10. Christa

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delores was our server and she set the mood for us, she made us welcome, checked in on us, was very observant and really made our first visit to Giuseppe’s marvelous! The stuffed mushroom caps were excellent, better than my mother used to make, and they were my previous gold standard

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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 4.8 stars by 4377 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 74 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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