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Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano, Lexington, KY

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4.9
4.9
3284 Reviews
$30 and under
Italian
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.

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 59 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Fine Dining

  • Cuisines

    Italian, Contemporary Italian, Seafood

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • Phone number

    (859) 272-4269

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Business Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Steve Olmstead

  • Neighbourhood

    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, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,284 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
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.7Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Overall

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Food

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Service

  • Central Kentucky

    Best Value

  • Central Kentucky

    Italian

  • Lexington

    Best Overall

  • Lexington

    Best Food

  • Lexington

    Best Service

  • Lexington

    Best Ambience

  • Lexington

    Best Value

  • Lexington

    Hot spot

  • Lexington

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Lexington

    Great for fine wines

  • Lexington

    Good for special occasions

  • Lexington

    Most Booked

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall3food3service3ambience3
    My pasta was good, my wife's was pretty oily. Fried risotto balls appetizer was bland to me. Got a free piece of red velvet cake which was very nice of them, moist but bland. Service was good, but awkward. Overall it's a nice place but not worth the price tag for me. I would say it's worth a try, but I probably won't be back.
  2. BillB

    Louisville

    16 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent as always ! Best value for money in Lexington
  3. AngelicHarley

    Las Vegas

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Marvelous, we will dine again here when we return to Lexington
  4. StephenS

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had fabulous service and a delicious meal. Our favorite restaurant!
  5. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    From the hostesses at the front door to the live jazz musician, Giuseppe’s was wonderful. We arrived early for our reservation and grabbed a seat at the bar while we waited for our reservation time. The crab cakes were amazing and the Dutch Mule was fantastic. The bartender was friendly and accommodating. There was a jazz musician which made our dinner even more delightful. The spaghetti marinara made vegetarian with vegetables and a spicy kick was delicious. The waiter was great and kept us happy. Would happily and highly recommend Giuseppe’s.
  6. LisaM

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always excellent food, bar service and happy place to dine
  7. DonB

    Louisville

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best Italian in Lexington by far. Service is phenomenal and the food never disappoints. Only place we go for our anniversary and have never had anything but an exceptional meal.
  8. GaryW

    Chicago

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Awesome as always. Devon, our server, was fantastic!
  9. ScottD

    New York Area

    57 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I don't know how Giuseppe's does it, but they are above and beyond every single tine we enjoy a dinner there, AND we have been dining there for over 15 years! All was fabulous and much appreciated! Please keep your wonderful quality and ambience going!
  10. Kris

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Excellent food and service! Highly recommend the lasagna.
  11. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    overall4food5service5ambience5
    I only give it 4 stars because the drinks were just not good. We had the espresso martini & Italian Margarita. I would just stick to some good wine, which we should have done anyways. However, everything else was incredible. The scallops with chili butter was absolutely phenomenal. We had the lobster ravioli & tortellini di simpson. It was to die for. Definitely check it out. I cant wait to go back & try something else
  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Julia was great and so was the food. My wife and I enjoyed it and definitely go back again!
  13. NanceeW

    SW Indiana

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always enjoy the live music at Giuseppe’s. Food is wonderful, delicious and consistent no matter when we dine there. Excellent service provided. It is one of our top places to dine at in Lexington.
  14. Boaters

    Louisville

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful and delicious food and even better service!!!
  15. BillD

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Giuseppe’s is consistently good. My wife and I go for our anniversary, birthdays the holidays and occasionally just to go have some great Italian food. It doesn’t matter if you want pasta, seafood, veal or steaks they know how to cook all of them. The servers are friendly and knowledgeable about the food. Make a reservation for sure and go enjoy a wonderful evening.
  16. Shane

    Louisville

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on May 24, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food was excellent as always. The service was slow. The live jazz music and fresh cut flowers on every table make for a special dining experience. One of Lexington’s better restaurants.
  17. dianew

    Nashville

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful experience and our server Julia was amazing
  18. OpenTable Diner

    New York Area

    5 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    Our server Tim was great and the chicken parm there is the best! Plus half price bottles of wine on Mondays 😀 Great for a date night or a company gathering.
  19. JesseM

    Western NC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    I have been to Giuseppp's several times and the restaurant has always been outstanding. The atmosphere is quite pleasant. The noise level is moderate and one does not have any trouble holding a conversation at the table. This includes the area where there is entertainment. The service at the table was very attentive to the needs of the diner. The food was excellent. The the menu is extensive but thus fare I have not been disappointed. All in all I have never walked away hungry or thinking why did I come here.
  20. Amanda

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    We had the porkchop and steak and both were absolutely amazing! Our server was the perfect blend of knowledge of menu items, personality and humor. We were seated in the small side area so unable to see the jazz musician (we're big music fans of all kinds) but overall it was a great experience. Would definitely recommend and will be back!
  21. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter was awesome! Food.. Awesome!! 1/2 price wine on Monday Awesome!! Our favorite place to eat out!!
  22. Guitarman

    Louisville

    35 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    35 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Giuseppe’s is a great place to dine in Lexington Ky. The ambiance, the service, and the food is outstanding! The choices on the menu are many and everyone I’ve tried is without question the best in town. Waiters & bar tenders are so pleasant and efficient. Highly recommend Giuseppe’s.
  23. Wink

    Louisville

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was fabulous. My favorite go to place for a special occasion. Loved the service and the relaxing music.
  24. WhenWe

    Western KY

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Excellent restorant to enjoy superb food with the best atmosphere to allow conversation.
  25. SteveS

    Atlanta Metro

    27 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Second visit here. Just as good as round one. Will definitely be back!
  26. Yvette

    Louisville

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    Jeff was an excellent server and made the evening special. The food and music were wonderful.
  27. Carolee

    Detroit

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our server was fantastic. Food was amazing. Very generous pour for my glass of wine lol. Highly recommend!
  28. TonyS

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food and service was amazing as usual. If you want authentic Italian, this is the only choice in Lexington
  29. Kristan

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always a great experience at this restaurant. I went for a birthday celebration and the service and food were exceptional!
  30. GregoryH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Giuseppe's is our go-to place for great food and excellent service. It can be a bit noisy at times, especially if a large group is seated nearby. Overall, however, a great place for good food and drinks.
  31. TaylorJ

    Raleigh

    20 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    20 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Six of us had an excellent dining experience at Giuseppe’s, and were surprised and excited to learn bottled wine is 1/2 price on Monday’s!! Everything from appetizers to desserts were off the chart excellent. Highly recommend the sea bass over spaghetti! Will definitely be back next time we are in Lexington!
  32. Drake

    Nashville

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Easily one of the best restaurants in Lexington.
  33. MikeK

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food5service5ambience4
    As usual, the food was fantastic and its presentation was outstanding. Our waiter, Jeff, was personable, knowledgeable, and very attentive. Other than having to wait about 10 minutes for our table to be ready, it was a very enjoyable evening and wonderful way to celebrate out 40th anniversary.
  34. Steve

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We always enjoy Giuseppe’s. It is our favorite special occasion place to go
  35. OpenTable Diner

    Louisville

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Love the food…just would like to step it up on vegan food. 💜💜💜
  36. MelonieA

    Louisville

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The spaghetti Bolognese is the best in town. They give you a great portion and it is well worth the price. It has a bit of creaminess to it and is choked full of meat. You won't be disappointed.
  37. AngelaW

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Phenomenal food, great atmosphere, and very attentive! Thanks
  38. MichaelaD

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The food was incredible and the staff were so friendly. It was a wonderful experience and I’d recommend it to anyone!
  39. RayH

    Louisville

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our go to place in Lexington. Great selection all prepared wonderfully and impeccable service. Plus the best Martinis in town!
  40. PaulO

    Louisville

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time visiting after relocating to Lexington and this restaurant was terrific. Ended up sitting next to a former UK and NBA basketball player and his group, and the whole evening was very enjoyable.

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 3284 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

10:30 p.m.


Booked 59 times today
Google Map for Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

4456 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY 40515

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Old Nicholasville Road

  • Neighbourhood

    Lexington

  • Hours of Operation

    Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–8:00 pm

  • 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, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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