Giovanni's Ristorante, Lounge & Pizzeria invites you to their dining room. and separate lounge. The lounge offers a variety of pizzas and pasta and is open for lunch & dinner 7 days a week. Come enjoy their upscale Italian Cuisine in the beautiful dining room, five nights a week, Tuesday though Saturday. Payments by Visa, MasterCard and American Express are accepted.more...See more text
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$3.50
Dips:
Jalapeno Ranch, Marinara, Thai Chili
$1.00 (each)
Appetizers MENU - Giovanni's Ristorante
Bruschetta
Giovannis scrumptious tomato, garlic and basil recipe atop lightly toasted Italian bread
$7.00 (2 Pc)
$10.00 (4 pc)
Formaggio al Forno (Baked Cheese)
Breaded mozzarella cheese bricks baked until golden and served atop our tasty tomato sauce, served with bread
$14.95
Calamari Fritti (Squid)
Calamari Marinara
Tender squid, lightly floured and deep-fried, served with Marinara sauce
$15.00
Calamari Tzatziki
Tender squid, lightly floured and deep-fried, served with Tzatziki sauce
$15.00
Polpetta di Carne (Italian Meatballs)
A combination of veal, pork, beef and Italian spices, served on a marinara sauce
$13.95
Cozze (Mussels) (gf)
Filippo
Mussels steamed and served in a delicately flavored white wine broth
$15.00
Fra Diavolo
Mussels steamed in garlic, tomatoes and a blend of herbs & spices
$15.00
Carpaccio Di Manzo (gf)
Thinly sliced beef tenderloin with olive oil, capers and a horseradish aioli, served with mixed greens/arugula salad and fresh shaved parmesan
$14.95
Gamberi Provenciale (Prawns) (gfbr)
Jumbo shrimp sautéed in a decadent sauce of white wine, butter, garlic, and lemon, accompanied with an arugula mix with balsamic vinaigrette
$15.00
Gamberi Sambuca (Prawns) (gfbr)
Gamberi Sambuca (Prawns) (gfbr)
$15.00
Zuppe / Soup
Zuppa del Giornio (Soup of the Day)
Chef Billys creation, made fresh daily Ask your server for details
$6.95
Insalate / Salads
Insalata dellErba (Herb) (gf)
Fresh mixed greens with herbs served with a balsamic & olive oil dressing
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$7.95reg
$10.95
Insalata di Césare (Caesar) (gfbr)
Classic Caesar salad with fresh house dressing, croutons, and freshly-grated parmesan
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$8.95reg
$11.95
Insalata di Caprese (gf)
Sliced Bocconcini cheese served with tomato slices, capers, and olives in a fresh herb dressing
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$12.95
Insalata di Spinaci (Spinach) (gf)
Fresh baby spinach served with Feta cheese, dried cranberries, and almond slices with a balsamic vinaigrette
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$9.95reg
$12.95
Insalata di noce e Gorgonzola (gf)
Fresh mixed greens with candied walnuts and gorgonzola cheese in red-wine vinegar dressing
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$10.95reg
$13.95
Insalata di Mandarino e Mandorle (Mandarin & Almond)
Romaine lettuce, celery, green onions, parsley, mandarin oranges, and toasted almonds with a basil vinaigrette (gf)
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$9.95reg
$12.95
Pesce / Seafood & Pollo / Chicken
All above chicken and seafood entrées are served with Giovannis daily selection of vegetables and your choice of either rosemary-roasted potatoes or pasta of the day.
Gamberi Provenciale (Shrimp Provincial)(gfbr)
Eight Jumbo Prawns sautéed in a decadent sauce of white wine, butter, garlic, and lemon
$24.95
Gamberi Sambuca (Sambuca Prawns) (gfbr)
Eight Jumbo Prawns sautéed in a sweet Sambuca sauce
$24.95
Pollo La Grilla (Grilled Chicken) (gf)
Grilled chicken breast seasoned and cooked to perfection finished with olive oil and lemon
$20.95
Pollo Marsala (Chicken Marsala) (gfbr)
Chicken breast sautéed with Oyster Mushrooms in Marsala wine and rich cream
$24.95
Pollo Parmigiana (Chicken Parmesan)
Breaded chicken breast topped with parmesan and provolone cheeses, baked in a tomato sauce
$24.95
Paste / Pasta
Spaghetti Polpette di Carne (meatballs)
Spaghetti in our Italian tomato sauce, topped with 3 meatballs and parmesan
$24.00
Spaghetti Bolognese
Spaghetti in a traditional tomato & meat sauce, topped with parmesan
$18.00
Penne Arrabbiata
Penne pasta served in a spicy hot tomato sauce, topped with parmesan
$17.00
Fettuccine Alfredo
Fettuccine tossed in a classic cheese and cream sauce, topped with parmesan
$18.00
Gnocchi Pomodoro
Potato gnocchi prepared with our Pomodoro sauce and topped with Parmesan
$19.00
Gnocchi Gorgonzola
Potato gnocchi in a decadent Gorgonzola cream sauce and topped with Parmesan
$21.00
Linguini Carbonara
Linguini pasta prepared in a tantalizing, creamy white wine, pancetta ham and onion sauce
$20.00
Linguini Carbonara
Linguini pasta prepared in a tantalizing, creamy white wine, pancetta ham and onion sauce
$20.00
Linguini con Vongole
Linguini pasta with baby clams in your choice of Bianco (white wine & garlic sauce) or Rosso (white wine and tomato sauce)
$22.00
Linguini Pescatore
Linguini pasta with seafood (mussels, clams, prawns & squid) in your choice of Bianco (white wine & garlic sauce) or Rosso (white wine and tomato sauce)
$26.00
Gluten-Free Pasta
All of the above pasta dishes can be ordered with gluten-free Corn Penne
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$2.00
Add Chicken Breast (gf), Prawns (gf) or Italian Sausage (gf)
Add your choice of: chicken breast, 3 jumbo prawns, or grilled Italian sausage.
$6.95
Gluten-Free Pasta
All of the above pasta dishes can be ordered with gluten-free Corn Penne
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$2.00
Vitello / Veal
Vitello Parmigiana (Veal)
Tender white veal breaded and topped with parmesan and provolone cheeses, baked in a tomato sauce
$26.95
Vitello Funghi (Veal)
Tender white veal sautéed with Wild and Porcini Mushrooms in white wine
$26.95
Vitello Marsala (Veal)
Tender white veal sautéed with Oyster Mushrooms, Marsala wine and rich cream
$26.95
Manzo / Beef
Filetto di Manzo Gorgonzola (6 oz Filet Mignon)
6 oz. grilled AAA beef tenderloin, seasoned and cooked to your liking $34.95 With a Gorgonzola cream reduction
$34.95
Beef fillet Gorgonzola
8 oz. grilled AAA beef tenderloin, seasoned and cooked to your liking With a Gorgonzola cream reduction
$38.95
Filetto di Manzo (6 oz Filet Mignon) (gf)
6 oz. grilled AAA beef tenderloin steak, seasoned and cooked to your liking
$32.95
Filetto di Manzo (8 oz Filet Mignon) (gf)
8 oz. grilled AAA beef tenderloin steak, seasoned and cooked to your liking
$36.95
Vegetarian
All above entrées are served with Giovannis daily selection of vegetables and your choice of either rosemary-roasted potatoes or pasta of the day.
Melenzane Parmigiana
Lightly breaded eggplant topped with parmesan and provolone baked with a zesty tomato sauce
$19.95
Add Jumbo Prawns to your Entrée (gf)
$6.00
Beverages
Tea
$2.50
Tea
(Organic Herb Selection)
$3.25
Lavazza Italian Coffee: - Coffee
(Regular or Decaffeinated)
$2.50
Espresso / Americano
Single
$3.75Double
$4.50
Cappuccino / Latte
Single
$4.25Double
$4.75
Juice
(Orange, Cranberry, Grapefruit, Clamato)
$2.95
Pop
(Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, Ginger Ale, 7-up, Rootbeer)
$2.75
Iced Tea /Lemonade
$2.95
Pellegrino Sparkling Water
$2.50 (250 ml)
$5.50 (1 Lt)
Dolce / Desserts
Sorbeto or Gelato (gf)
Exquisite sorbet and gelato made by Marios Gelato in Vancouver Ask your server about choice of flavour
$6.00
Tiramisu Classico
Layered Italian cake made with coffee liqueur, mascarpone cheese, and savoiardi biscuits.
$7.00
Crème brûlée (gf)
A rich custard base topped with a contrasting layer of hard caramel. Ask your server about choice of flavour.
$7.00
Flourless Chocolate Torte (gf)
A rich chocolate cake topped with chocolate ganache gluten free
$8.00
Belgian Chocolate Mousse (gf)
Callebaut Chocolate, blended with liqueurs, very decadent
$7.00
(gf) = gluten free (gfbr) = gluten free by request please alert your server of any allergies
Absolutely wonderful experience at Giovannis. We love the atmosphere and the people who work there. The service is always exception and the food is fantastic. We are now regulars - due to the friendly feeling we get every time we go there. Thank you to the owner and the servers, you have made us feel very welcome to your town and your restaurant. See you Friday. Wayne & Pam
"To die for" Carpaccio
Positively Perfect Pollo Portofino
Winning Wine List
Delectable desserts
I love my food, and I had their complimentary bruschetta, a starter, an entree, a dessert, a cappuccino, and wine. My only complaint was that I was so FULL afterwards, because I just couldn't stop. I'm going back here all the time. The place was packed, so it was a little loud, but obviously, everyone wants to eat there too.
We've tried many Italian restaurants on Van Island and this is our favourite!! Great food; great service and wonderful atmosphere. Expect a top-notch dinner (prices are on the high end), fine wine and nice evening. Reservations are a good idea as they staff accordingly (have dropped in
when they've been busy and understafffed - as they don't turn anyone away - and you do wait for your food longer). But well worth it.
Our party really enjoyed the food. Not the case for myself. I could not enjoy my vegetarian meal as it was not appealing, lacked flavour, and not enjoyable!
Everyone had a wonderful time and really enjoyed the atmosphere. We will return again i will eat at home before i go out!
Surely one of the nicest restaurents on Vancouver Island and certainly unmatched in the mid island region. Excellent Italian cuisine, very nice decor, and staff that are really making an effort to enhance the dining experience. Giovanni's culinary pedigree includes reknown Italian restaurents in Calgary's Bridgeland area. This is not a pizza joint but if you like Italian food served in an authentic ambiance, this is the place to go.
Love this place! The staff were friendly and very...
Love this place! The staff were friendly and very accommodating. Despite not having a reservation they found a spot for us. Not too big, the restaurant had an intimate and cozy atmosphere. Apparently quite new to Qualicum Beach, they had a capacity crowd of very friendly and happy people.
Awesome food....a real taste experience. The price was surprisingly reasonable and the service was friendly and professional and made us feel that we were really special. Chef Giovanni took time out from his busy kitchen to chat with us!
Any time that we are on the Island we will be sure to make a reservation for a return visit. The best!
