Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

Name: Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano
Address: 4456 Nicholasville Road, Lexington, KY, United States, 40515
Telephone: (859) 272-4269
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.9

4.9

3516 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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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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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 29, 2023

10:30 p.m.

Booked 56 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
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
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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4.9

4.9 based on recent ratings

4.9Food
4.9Service
4.8Ambience
4.6Value

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Central Kentucky
Best Overall
Central Kentucky
Best Food
Central Kentucky
Best Service
Central Kentucky
Best Value
Central Kentucky
Great for fine wines
Central Kentucky
Good for special occasions
Central Kentucky
Italian
Lexington
Best Overall
Lexington
Best Food
Lexington
Best Service
Lexington
Best Ambience
Lexington
Best Value
Lexington
Hot spot
Lexington
Great for fine wines
Lexington
Romantic
Lexington
Good for special occasions
Lexington
Most Booked

3,516 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Giuseppe’s is amazing! Always a great time going there. Environment is amazing, there was live music. We ordered the lobster gnocchi and the carbonara Italiano! Both were very good! Service was excellent!
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jfsblue
Chicago
19 reviews
vip
4.0
19 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent food. Just tricky to find the location.
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ChuckC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
I’ve never, ever had a bad experience at Giusepp’s. Outstanding.
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stephanieF
New York Area
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great meal! Amazing service and attention to detail. My husband claims the lasagna is his very favorite of all lasagnas. (While this hurts my feelings a little bit, I'm glad he loves it so much.). Meals were wonderful and servings were plentiful. I had a pasta with sun dried tomatoes, onions, olives and an olive oil base. Our side salad was quite large and full of veggies. An after dinner birthday surprise was a piece of velvet cake which was amazing - moist and delicious. We also enjoyed seeing the range of specialty cocktails. The peach martini was the perfect start to the meal. It is a fabulous place for a special dinner!! We will be back!
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OpenTable Diner
New York Area
6 reviews
vip
4.0
6 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Giuseppe’s is a hidden gem in Lexington! Great Italian cuisine served in a cozy atmosphere with excellent service provided by the friendly staff. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu but their chicken parmesan & caesar salad with garlic bread on the side is our favorite!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 5 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Amazing food, service and ambiance! Will definitely be back. :)
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SheilaS
Nashville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Our evening out to celebrate my birthday and my daughter’s visit from Seattle led us to Giuseppe’s. Service was exceptional:) we enjoyed the oven roasted sea bass over risotto, frutti di mare and spaghetti marinara con polpette (with meatballs). As always, the food was perfection and our raspberry cheesecake was delectable. Many thanks for providing such a fabulous experience to enhance our memorable evening.
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TanyaP
San Francisco
12 reviews
vip
5.0
12 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
My hubby and I eat here about every two weeks. We try something new every time. Never disappointed. The halibut is covered in a butter cream sauce, amazing. The gnocchi is always a go to. The service is always very personable and knowledgeable with the menu. We look forward to dining again.
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LindaW
Las Vegas
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful time celebrating a birthday. Food was excellent & prices were reasonable.
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 7 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food Excellent service Comfortable setting Good value
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Hello
Louisville
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 22, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service, food was very delicious, nice portions. Had the special calamari, rigatoni special and the chicken pepperoni. Enjoyed all of it. Gentleman playing several different saxophones, delightful and just the right amount of ambiance, not overwhelming. Giuseppe's is a hidden gem.
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 17, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Went for my anniversary and it was incredible! Everyone was so nice and the food was delicious! Couldn’t have asked for a better night
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GailC
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 16, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Giuseppe’s was the perfect place to have my birthday dinner. The food is terrific and the service is the best. I was very pleased with the whole evening!!
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HelenH
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great birthday celebration dinner! Fantastic place to enjoy great Italian food with live Jazz music! The lounge area might be a little louder for some, but it wasn't too loud. The music is such a bonus to listen to while enjoying delicious food. Yes, the prices are a little higher than other places, but the food and atmosphere are worth it! Servings are large! Can easily make two meals out of them! Highly recommend it!
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MikeG
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
Good food and nice atmosphere. Waitress did a good job.
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
3 reviews
vip
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 15, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This is not our first experience with Giuseppe’s, but it had been about a year since our last visit. After this one we will definitely be returning more often. Our waitress Julia was incredible! Food was amazing!
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Boaters
Louisville
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Giuseppe’s never ever disappoints!! Everything was absolutely delicious and our service from Devin was, as always, superb. He always makes us feel welcome and is so helpful in suggesting meal ideas. We love it there!!!
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Johnny
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
I understand everyone has had price increases but some of your menu items have risen almost 90-100% in the last year!
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EricM
Richmond
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
One of our favorite restaurants when in Lexington. Devin is our go to server. Always a nice visit with friends and family.
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 14, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fantastic Italian food. If you love fresh garlic you’ll love Giuseppe’s.
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SteveH
Tallahassee
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 12, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent service! 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
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ChrisB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
First time eating here and I have to say it was amazing the food was so good and the staff are very friendly and polite well defiantly be back to try something else on the menu
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MaryJ
Louisville
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Giuseppe's is consistently awesome! Can't think of one thing on the menu that I have ever been disappointed by. Samantha was our server and she was awesome as well.
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OpenTable Diner
Charleston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience4
The service was relaxed but still top notch. Perfect without being stuffy. The food was delicious. Not a misfire anywhere.
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InteriorDesignProf
Louisville
63 reviews
vip
5.0
63 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service. We really enjoy this restaurant.
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OpenTable Diner
Louisville
2 reviews
vip
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Excellent food and service, great atmosphere, would highly recommend!
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OpenTable Diner
Fort Lauderdale
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 10, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love the place. Food is excellent service is superb
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BevD
Chicago
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on September 9, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was phenomenal. Food was excellent- my only complaint (and it’s a tiny one) is that the sauce in my meal was too runny (I ordered the pasta special)
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BettyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were treated like royalty. Our server Melinda was kind and professional in her manner. The food was outstanding. Thank You!
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OpenTable Diner
E. Tennessee
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 8, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
We enjoy eating here!!! Great food & atmosphere & our waitress was wonderful
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PhilE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food, great service. I would recommend the dining room vs the lounge
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food and wonderful atmosphere! We will certainly be back again!
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FoodLover
Dallas
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined on September 7, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food. Excellent service. Not rushed. Halibut feature very good. Dependable quality
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ConnieW
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 6, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Food and service was very good. and wait time was minimal. My wife had the halibut special and I had the shrimp caccatorie. Plenty of shrimp and very good flavor. We will definitely be back
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breeze
Louisville
13 reviews
vip
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on September 5, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Another excellent meal at Giuseppe's. We always come away with an outstanding experience. Our servers Cory and Mark were very polite, helpful and knowledgeable. Thank you for a wonderful evening.
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SlimBobby
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Gaelic bread was so good I could’ve cried. The ceaser salad? Don’t even get me started. For my entree , I got the tortellini di Simpson. Best choice I’ve ever made. 10/10.
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mothersdaybust
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
Awesome service and food. We will be back. Great time.
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NancyC
Louisville
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
There are many entrées on their menu that are excellent but I love the frutti di mare! There are so many shrimp, scallops and pieces of lobster! And I have it in a lemon butter sauce instead of the pairing they choose with no problem! And my husband loves the chicken Parmesan! Along with the salad of your choice and Italian bread, there is plenty of food for leftovers…if you can stop yourself from eating it all! And don’t forget their specialty cocktails! My favorite is the cosmopolitan! We LOVE this place!
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OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on September 3, 2023
overall5food5service3ambience4
Busy place so waiting is part of the experience. Appetizer was incredible. Linguini with clams and white sauce was phenomenal. As with other restaurants, wine prices are 3x retail costs. Overall, it’s one of Lexington’s best restaurants.
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SheilaKL
Louisville
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 2, 2023
overall5food5service5ambience5
This was our second time visiting Giuseppe’s, and once again it didn’t disappoint. Our server was very attentive and sweet, and our food was delicious! Would highly recommend (and have) to anyone wanting to celebrate or just have a charming evening out with friends and family.
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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 3516 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Sept 29, 2023

10:30 p.m.

Booked 56 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

Website
http://giuseppeslexington.com/
Phone number
(859) 272-4269

Giuseppe's Ristorante Italiano

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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