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Gianmarco's

94/100 (2567 ratings)

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"We love this place! Every time we go they are super busy so get there early! The food is always great and there wine selection is like none I’ve..."

MA Dickinson

"Ooh anniversary dinner date hotspot! Reservations are a must as is valet parking at this neighbourhood fine dining restaurant! Having fine-dined and..."

Amy Milam

"This year... We had our company Christmas Dinner at GianMarco's! They prepared a fabulous special menu with a few of their popular favs: ribeye, rack..."

J.J.C.

"Very nice Italian place. A little hard to find on a backstreet in Homewood. The food is absolutely delicious. The restaurant opens for a limited..."

Rana Atieh

"Fabulous food, loved our waiter Cagel. He was so informative and good. I know what sweet bread is now thanks to him. The drinks from the bar was also..."

Kelley

"Gian marcos is simply the best! Amazing food accompanied by the MOST AMAZING wait staff. It's no secret however, you'll need a reservation. I'd..."

Mermaidelaney

"Gian Marcos is my go to for Italian dining. My husband and I choose to only eat in the wine shop. It is more of a relaxed environment than the main..."

Laura Noblitt Price

"Great food, wonderful wine selection, fantastic service. It doesn't get much better than this! The wine bar is great, but if you want to sit in the..."

Frequentdiners

"Best Italian restaurant in Birmingham. I have been here a few times, and my favorite so far is the veal chop parmigiana with rigatoni. It's a big..."

Brooke

"Went there for the first time a few weeks ago. We sat in the wine room which I've heard is a little more casual and easier to get a reservation at...."

Jake

"WOW! Much better than expected. Make sure you call for reservations. The place was packed by 6:30, including the bar, on. a Monday! And it's because..."

Marco

"Delicious! Pricy, but definitely worth it. We got there an hour before our reservation, and hung out at the bar and had a glass of wine. It only took..."

Michael

"Fiocchi and Linguini with seafood and spicy marinara to die for. Hands-down best Italian in Birmingham. Great atmosphere and superb wine..."

Curt Harper

"As a chef I expect exceptional food when coming to a place that everyone talks about and is rated so high. I don't know where others have eaten but..."

La Chef

"Love the food & service!. We've dined several times with these folks. Great environment and amazing food. Love, love, love this..."

Mona Bargerhuff

"One of my favorites. Food always splendid, atmosphere informal, one of my very..."

Rross81

"Won't find a better meal in town. Lamb w Mac and Cheese and Brussel..."

Afoodfan

"Great dinner.. My wife and I have been meaning to hit this place for a good long time. I've always heard great things and I wasn't disappointed. We..."

Clay Janey

"As a Sicilian guy who grew up with three master cooks in the house (Grandmother, Mother, and Sister), I've never been particularly impressed with the..."

Tony Lombardo

"Best Food In Birmingham. This place is fantastic. There is nothing on the menu that will disappoint. I especially like to go to the back to the wine..."

Jwaters

"Loved it! Our food was great and the service was great! Yes it is a little more crowded inside than your typical restaurant in this area, but in a..."

Millie

"Fantastic dinner last night at GianMarco's. The mussels were great and the meatballs are the best in town. We are already planning our next..."

Mike

"Excellent Italian Restaurant in the Birmingham Area. We dine at GianMarcos about twice a year and returned again on a recent Saturday evening in..."

Hoosierdaddy0402

"Just like back home! Amazing calamari and eggplant..."

Nlberkman

"Excellent Meal...but Plan Ahead. Heard good things about GianMarco and tried to eat there without a reservation two weeks ago and learned that was..."

MangiaMan

"Where do they get that attitude?. I really like this restaurant, but about 1 out of every 3 visits you get ATTITUDE. I ate lunch there Friday (alone)..."

BhamAdGal

"Fiocchi is ridiculously delicious...."

Abc123

"Some of the best Italian in Birmingham. Great atmosphere..."

Pfeife

"Changing... Used to be our favorite restaurant -- hadn't been in a while, because it's become so popular it's harder to get a reservation. Went last..."

Chinoiserie

"Wonderful food and amazing service. I went with my family on a Saturday night and became a bit claustrophobic because they sure pack them in. I was..."

C Riv

"I eat here frequently, staff and service is always friendly. I eat at the bar and have found the staff and patrons friendly and helpful, sometimes..."

Bhamfoodie

"Wonderful. I have to say our dinner at GianMarco's was everything we wanted. The atmosphere was perfect, the service was outstanding, and most..."

MPH

"Amazing. Just Amazing.. We were a little overwhelmed first walking in. I'd been to the wine bar in the back before, but sitting in the restaraunt on..."

Sarah

"Absolutely wonderful. Lamb was incredible and do not pass on the Oysters..."

Mimi

"Slacking.... My wife and I dined at GianMarco's, recently... This wasn't our first time, but may be our last. The food was mediocre, at..."

Bhagood123

"Gianmarco's is my home away from home. I love the fact that they are always happy to substitute and adjust the menu to make it perfect for me. Though..."

Catherine Bres

"Great food. Nothing better.. Food and service..."

Brian

"Wonderful experience. My mom and I really enjoyed our whole experience at GianMarco's several weeks ago. The food was really exceptional this trip...."

Foodgoob

"We are going back. My wife and I have been searching for a local restaurant here in Birmingham with great food and good atmosphere. We finally..."

JT

"Perfect. Upon moving to Birmingham, I wanted to find a go-to place for a GREAT meal. My criteria: must have an appealing atmosphere, convenient..."

Jonibee

"We went to GianMarcos for the first time last night. After reading about it in a magazine we figured it would be worth the drive from Tuscaloosa. As..."

Julie Odom

"Very poor service. This is one of the worst dining experiences I've ever had. The food took at least 40 mins and the waiter was not attentive at all..."

RWA85

"Fantastic, personable service. Every dish was spot on perfect. Highly..."

B.C.

"Awesome. I recently dined at GianMarco's for the first time in years. It was a Friday night, and we had a reservation for 9:00, but they told us that..."

Hbh416

"Ate while passing through Atlanta. They squeezed us in on a busy night. Service was quick. Food was good even though they were out of my first choice..."

Leah Schleef Beyer

"Wine Bar. Absolutely fell in love with their wine bar (out back) last night. It was my first visit there (though not first to GianMarco's). It's an..."

Chelsea

"Hands down one of the best in town. I have been there several times and left satisfied. The rib eye is great. I order it almost everytime they have..."

Disco Stu

"One of the best. This is one of the best italian spots in Birmingham. The 1st time I had the Tortellini Alla Panna with Gorgonzola with Shrimp and..."

Food Lova Lova 205

"Veal Marcella was average flavor . Some veal was tender and some tough. Red snapper was very good. The food was a bit over..."

Walter Mattix

"Amazing! You must eat..."

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"Wonderful food, great place to..."

Jess Foster

"The food is pretty good, but not as good as I expected. Service is mediocre and a little snobby. Very crowded, and I saw the cook put a cold salad..."

Samantha Palmer

Bottega Restaurant

87/100 (2537 ratings)

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"The food was absolutely amazing! Everything was perfectly cooked, and the staff was very attentive to our large party. Wonderful..."

Ashley Breier

"We shared a few appetizers so we could save room for dessert and I am so glad we did. The desserts were divine. The tiramisu was moist and delicious..."

Robbi Capps Liddell

"Wow! My second visit but first for lunch. Had dolphin fish, crab cake, chocolate torte, and veggie plate. Everything was great. For being so busy,..."

Derrick Tenner

"We could not have selected a better place to celebrate a special occasion. The food was fabulous and the service was excellent. Thanks..."

Lacey Lamb McCarty

"Best crab cakes in Birmingham. No doubt about it. Iced tea is perfect. Never had a bad meal there! Always..."

Rebecca Martin Ethridge

"The atmosphere and food was amazing!!! Our group is in town on business. I would highly recommend..."

Lorraine Williams

"Absolutely Womderful!! Great Food!! Great Service! James was on point!! Enjoyed it..."

John Pendleton

"This is an amazing restaurant committed to creating a better Birmingham one dish at a time! They have a well educated staff who in turn shares this..."

Anna Trott

"A welcome surprise in this Alabama city. Do not miss the Bolognese! Great wine list. Our service at the bar was big city for sure. With a wine �..."

Geno Treppeda

"Exceptional meal and service! We drove from the Atlanta area to celebrate birthdays and our experience was fabulous. Our server went the extra mile..."

Jenanne Miller Edmonds

"The experience is "delicious" in every way! Divine food, excellent wine offering, superb service and the historic atmosphere...Thank you, Frank..."

Beverly Hollister

"This is the first restaurant I visited in Birmingham 3 years ago! It’s still our favorite, hard to find a match for this southern Italian themed..."

Carlos H. Miranda

"Always yummy and the lemon 🍋 drop martini was the..."

Samya Shunnarah

"One of our favorite restaurants in Birmingham. Always excellent food and..."

Susan Powell Andrews

"You can not go wrong here. I have been going for years and never had one single thing wrong, ever. Seriously. The orange thing drink, thumbs up! Ever..."

Daner

"My BFF and I had a late lunch this week in what we call "ole faithful"... Bottega's Cafe has been a delicious staple in the city of Birmingham for..."

J.J.C.

"This is another one of the high end restaurants at 5 points Birmingham. It got two sections, one that opens for lunch and the other for dinner. The..."

Rana Atieh

"Took my daughter to Bottega for her 21st birthday lunch. It's one of our favorite restaurants in Birmingham and it didn't disappoint yesterday! Such..."

KristiC

"Absolutely amazing. Frank Stitt's restaurants are all just fabulous. I've eaten some of the best meals that I've ever tasted here and the prices are..."

Katie Borland

"Excellent in every way: food, service, atmosphere, wine choices. We had the Chicken Pizza, Black Grouper and the Spaghetti. All were exceptional. The..."

Tvhtml

"I always get the Chicken Scaloppini here. There food is delicious, the dish is not very big. If you are hoping for a big meal, this may not be the..."

Steven Files

"This place is amazing. The food is so unique and so well prepared. The chef made my wife a specialty pasta with all vegis that she loved. The drinks..."

Jake

"Bottega Café is my favorite place in town. I've been going there for years and it's always been a good experience. Just wish they always had..."

Mintheham

"The Parmesan souffle is one of the ten best things I've ever eaten. It is unbelievable. I've had nothing but good to great food here and can not wait..."

Bitter Party Of One

"The menu is always good. Food and drinks are consistent and really hard to go here and have an off night on food or drinks. Always a good place to..."

Brad Martin

"A Thursday night at Bottega. Great food and wonderful service. all around wonderful..."

Mike.warren

"You can't beat sitting outside at the Cafe on a beautiful day and sipping on a Venetian..."

Stellasnap

"Bottega cafe. I dont see the difference between the 2 restaurants - they both great food!!!beef carpacio - we just have togarganelli..."

RG

"We were here for a corporate event. The pizza and fried oysters were an excellent appetizer option. Really enjoyed the wine list and I had the..."

Doctor Bob

"Frank Stitt is Unstoppable. Frank continues his culinary dynasty with Bottega. Both the restaurant and the cafe serve consistently superb food in..."

THE Foodie Gem

"My Daughter's Birthday. We went for dessert and drinks for my daughter's birthday. While we waited - went to the bar and asked for a cool looking non..."

Rhea McVay

"Love it. Such a creative and wonderful chef! Best in the..."

Macylovesauburn23

"Never been to the 'big' side, but the cafe is one of my favorites- great staff, fun bar. The open kitchen and bar is fun to watch- the patio is..."

The Pickiest Eater

"I really only visit the cafe side. I'm not one for formal dinners often. Great community style dining. Best homemade desserts in..."

Cturtle75

"Long wait, but great food. Atmosphere a bit loud for me but tolerable. Food was excellent. Wait staff was superb. Martini lacked vodka. LOL. I'd go..."

Elle

"We prefer the cafe side. awesome patio and bar. Everything we have ever ordered has been a home..."

Chris Thornton

"Thanks to Bottega my mother gave me the silent treatment during lunch. I've been to Bottega Restaurant but never the Cafe side. Today I took my..."

Hungry Hungry Hippo

"Wonderful. Fabulous and flawless service. The duck is to die for. Love..."

Foodie01

"Favorite Patio Bham. This is our favorite place to go in Bham. Since I just wrote a mediocre review for Highland and Chez Fonfon, I thought I would..."

Dentalstudents

"Incredible. Great atmosphere. Wonderful service. I got the filet and it was perfect. My husband got veal and loved..."

Frasiers

"Great resturaunt, and isn't too pricey. They have great waiters and really good food. Compares to Emerils, Commanders Palace, and Charlie trotters...."

Gin Donnell

"Frank you did a good job :). I remember Dad always saying the sign of a good place to eat is when a place is always crowded and boy does this place..."

Jason

"Cafe-side for great pizza, restaurant side for great wine. Cafe side: Terrific pizza! I got the spicey one (don't remember the name they gave it)..."

Jonibee

"Good, but disappointing service (at first). I've eaten at Bottega Cafe several times and have generally enjoyed it each time. I decided to take my..."

Christopher

"Went for the first time yesterday. I gotta say that my wife and I have been missing out. First class head to toe. Food was wonderful and if you go,..."

J DeMarco

"Love it!. Recently went with friends and had the best time. They have a great cocktail menu and nice wine selections. I had the steak tartar and it..."

Emily McDaniel

"Our Go-To. Birmingham has several excellent fine-dining restaurants, but this one is our personal favorite. The wait staff are knowledgeable pros and..."

Stateofzen

"Good, great is a reach.. I recently dined at Bottega and opted for the Cafe side. We ordered a wonderful baked feta with mariana appitizer. The bread..."

FoodBasics

"Very stylish!. You can really get the feel for the B'ham elite here. Went on crab cake night and it was better than any I've ever had...even in..."

Jimmy

"Off night?. I have eaten at Bottega a few times over the years and have always looked forward to going. However, my last meal may cause me to pause...."

M.D.

"I have visited both the Restaurant and Café many times and have enjoyed every moment every time. The Sardines on the appetizer menu at the Café is..."

Foodforlife

"Another Great Stitt Restaurant. I recently dined at Bottega with my wife to celebrate our anniversary and it was another reminder that Frank Stitt..."

JC

"Good, but. Very nice, but in the pantheon of top Birmingham restaurants, this one is 4 or 5 down from the top. Good place nontheless. I think that..."

Tampauro

"Awesome service. I dined in the cafe with my family, the service was awesome and the food fantastic. I ate the best burger I have ever eaten...."

Rich Bowman

"Great restaurant with daily menus and an extensive wine list. The service was excellent. We had a late reservation and the place started to clear out..."

Wren Williams

"Good but..... We ate in the restaurant. Food was excellent, service was good if a little impersonal. Wine list extensive. But would I rush back ?..."

Britabroad

"A little pricey but good. Nice..."

Calvin Wallace

"Wonderful Experience. My husband took me here for our anniversary. We had a wonderful dinner; everything from the knowledge and expertise of the..."

Marietta

"Bottega Restaurant Great. I have never eaten at the Cafe, but the fancier Bottega restaurant is wonderful. I love their Chicken Scaloppine and their..."

Hbh416

"The shrimp risotto is excellent. The food was..."

Terry

"Staple of fine food in B'ham. A traditional favorite. Frank Stitt set the standard for the finest dining in Birmingham. One of my favorites is the..."

WW

"Always good food but the staff is spotty, which does not make sense since they are connected to Highlands. Staff is important enough to us where we..."

Foodie Speak

"Consistently great service and excellent food. I have gone to Bottega Cafe since it opened in the 80s. There have been periods of time I have not..."

Chop Chop

"Go eat here today! This place is a true neighborhood gem. Sit outside but be prepared to wait at the bar - they don't take reservations on the cafe..."

Bhamfoodie

"Perfect spot for casual dinner.. This is the step-sibling to Highlands, and we love it. Great atmosphere with a fun crowd. They offer pizzas and a..."

ThreePutt

"Frigging sweet place to dine! It's been a while since my last meal their, but a great meal each time I have..."

Martin Blankenship

"Very Good. Had a great meal, will go..."

EHO

"A Birmingham classic.. I've been coming to Bottega for years for one reason: great food. Sure, the atmosphere is great and service is impeccable......"

Charlie

"Very good yet very crowded atmosphere. We ordered 2 entrees. All were very good variety of food. The pizza was a little burned but they immediately..."

Courtney

"Relaxing Place, Good Food. The best time to eat at the cafe is in the summer. Sit out in the sun and enjoy a good meal, at a fair..."

Jason

"Food is good . The staff was very courteous and helpful. I ordered the pork loin and it was hard and dry I was disppointed since I rarely eat..."

Pickyeater

"Favorite spot in Birmingham. Great food, great atmosphere without being stuffy. I like to come here when I'm traveling on business. Always has good..."

Jason

"Favorite in Birmingham. This is a great urban find. Nice room but tight tables. Nice people and great food from one of America's best chefs, Frank..."

Mark Griffith

"True delight on Southside! Smoky oven fired pizzas are the best! Alittle pricey for lunch but worth every cent--& can't be beat for innovative..."

CRog

"7/10. Bottega Café is the sister restaurant to the more upscale Bottega restaurant next door. Owned by famed local chef, Frank Stitt, Bottega Café..."

Nicolja

"Really great! Loud dining but awesome food! sweet roasted red pepper w/ goat cheese & capers.wood fired..."

Steve

"Bottega dining room presents a warm, sophisticated atmosphere. Italy inspires the cuisine, carefully crafted by linking ingredients from the American..."

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