This is hands-down, THE BEST Italian restaurant in ABQ. If you crave homestyle comfort Italian food, this is where it's at. The portions are huge and really reasonably priced. And the desserts? Heaven! I'm just glad I managed to snag a chance to eat here before ABQ discovers this little gem and it becomes so popular that reservations will become a requirement.
This place is new and still has a few rough edges but the food both times I ate here was tasty and authentic. Service was also very good. My only complaint about the food is that the lasagna was not heated all the way through and was a little cold in the middle. Otherwise, it was great and pretty close to what my first-generation Italian-American father makes. I also wish they would improve the ambiance a little bit; it is too noisy and the lighting is too bright. The atmosphere is kind of cold and sterile, worthy more of fast food than fine Italian dining. Nonetheless, this place is off to a good start after being in business for just a few months and with a few improvements, it could easily be five star. Gigi is a welcome addition to the restaurant scene in Albuquerque, which unfortunately is still lacking in great, non-chain Italian restaurants.
This was my first time at Gigi's since it's grand opening. And I must say, I need to visit this place more often. The Wedding Soup was savory and seasoned just right without being salty. The Cabonara was probably the best I've ever had. My friends that came with me had the pizza and they said it was probably the best pizza they've had. Over all great food experience!
We went here in a whim, and certainly glad we did. This small venue served some of the best Italian food I've ever come across, and probably the best you'll find in Albuquerque unless you have an Italian Grandma. We also happened to try the four cheese pizza which was very flavorful, an unexpected treat for not having any toppings. You may want to think about making a reservation, or you could end up waiting
Went for lunch with my husband and the food was fine dining quality with all the freshest ingredients. I cannot say it enough, this is the best fresh Italian food in Albuquerque! Chef Robert Hesse from New York has a gift for preparing and presenting gorgeous flavorful authentic Italian dishes and desserts!
I normally would eat half a plate and take the rest home but the chicken milanase and beef steak parmigiana was out of this world and I finished the whole plate then had the lemon cake with fresh cheese filling and blueberry dripping off the top. Not only was it the lightest freshest cake from scratch but it was a work of art! Hope this restaurant makes it cause it’s worth the $$
The food is really good. We ordered ravioli and the Napoli. Both cooked perfect. The chef greated us. He also told us how he makes all his own pasta and cheese. The best italian place I have been to around here in a long time. I cant wait for the 1 dollar slice. They are still waiting on a pizza oven I am excited to go back and try it out. We will be back for sure!
Absolutely tasteful food! We had a party of 6 and all shared our food. There wasn't a single dish any of us weren't happy with! Only reason I'm taking a star is overall price. Quantity of food is perfect but small for the prices!
My wife and I visited the Bistro last night just to check it out. The owner/chef Robert was very personable and knowledgeable. His passion and commitment to creating high quality, authentic Italian cusine was surpassed only by the presentation of the meal from his scratch based kitchen. Needless to say, we are going to be regular customers and will recommend to all of our family and friends. Robert, Thank You! for a truly superior, dining experience.
Respectfully yours,
Anthony Pomo
Great service! Best Italian food I’ve had. The calamari was very fresh and the breading light and crispy. Marinara sauce is very good and the chicken parmigiana was juicy and tasted excellent.
Food was amazing. We had the wings, pizza salad and after our movie went back for some dessert. The server was friendly and joked around with us. All around we had a good time. Thanks for the food!
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