Giovanni's Bar And Restaurant

We recently had a large family gathering of 50 people to celebrate my father's life. Ertan and his team were extremely solicitous of our needs and offered a large variety of food and a private dining area for our guests. The food was absolutely delicious, and everyone particularly enjoyed the meatballs and the variety of pizzas. The room was absolutely lovely with the sun streaming in all of the many windows, and we had plenty of room to interact with one another. Everyone felt very welcome and they raved about the meal. The service was phenomenal, and we couldn't be more appreciative of the gracious and caring consideration we were given throughout the process of making arrangements and on the day of the luncheon. We didn't have to worry about anything. Thank you so much for a happy memory!

This is not usual for me to offer 5 stars. This location was formally called ‘Rum Runners’. Since the transition to Giovanni’s has just about been completed, I can say with confidence that the menu is incredibly better. The staff and management is professional, friendly, and most of all inviting. This has become my go-to place for a drink, good customers, conversation and good food. If you need a break from the mundane and want a place with all of what I mentioned go here.

I had my husbands 40th Birthday upstairs, about 130 people. Everything was perfect. Food was delicious and well priced. The bar tenders were friendly and made delicious drinks. The owner was available as needed and made sure the buffet didn’t run out of food. At 9, when the DJ started everyone danced the night away, he played great songs. Definitely deserves 5 stars plus ! We Will be going back on a Saturday night to enjoy the DJ again .

Where do I begin? Everything was amazing..... the service, the food and the amazing cocktails! Extremely clean place which is very important. The staff was very accommodating and friendly. The owner even came over to ask how everything was( you don’t see much of that these days) I found my family out new favorite local restaurant/ bar! Five stars all the way! We love Giovanni’s :)

Excellent home made food. Tiramisu is out of this world and the Thai Buffalo wing sauce is the best sauce I’ve ever tasted! My kids loved the buffalo chicken wraps. Oh my God I almost didn’t mention they have amazing authentic made from scratch Italian wedding soup SUCH A COMFORT!!! They have the wedding soup and homemade chili everyday and my son had the chili I tried his because he made me try it and MAN the stuff is YUMMY and a lil spicy in a very tasteful way if ya know what I mean. It’s a great place and getting better and better every time we go!!! Everyone should try!

Rum Runners had become a tremendous disappointment... Giovanni's is ALREADY off on a better path. I've visited several times now, and I always give places a few shots before I write a review. I've had both Italian and Mediterranean items from the menu, both very good, and moderately but reasonably priced. I've also had two different hoagies, but more than adequate for under ten dollars. I have a large appetite and have left content each time I've been here. Drink prices are cheaper than neighboring establishments which a refreshing change on Babcock. Service has been great at the bar, though I admit I've never sat in the dining room since the owner change. However the managers appear to be very hands on in ensuring the waitstaff are properly trained and attentive to tables waiting. Overall, I am much happier giving my business to these new owners and staff. I am hopeful that business starts to pick back up for them... I honestly don't know why it wouldn't. I would absolutely recommend to anyone who is tired of overpriced bar food on Babcock or in the North Hills in general. Looking forward to Pizza in the future.

Great place with super delicious food! We were there once for lunch specials, the wraps and hoagies were great. The other time we were there for dinner and had pastas and desserts, all was super yummy. We stayed for late beers upstairs in the bar and had so much fun with DJ and some late wings and appetizers. We will be back!