Giovanni's - Fontainebleau

I was introduced to this place by my best friend on my trip to Miami. He told me it was a hidden gem that’ll surprise me. Even with that, I was surprised by how much of a gem Giovanni’s truly was. The appetizer we ordered were empanadas with chicken and with beef, amazing. My wife ordered a steak that rivals those of 5 star steakhouses, it was the recommendation from my best friend. The tiramisu is of the highest quality as my wife and I have had difficulty finding high quality tiramisu where we live (Texas). The staff is very attentive and friendly. They even tended to our son who is now eating solids. I highly recommend Giovanni’s to any and everyone reading this review and hope it can change from being a hole in the wall to the main attraction of the plaza!

We have been there several times and their food is delicious and very well prepared. Nonetheless, sometime during the month of September 2023, we went and I ordered a filet of fish (with the corresponding small 2 sides) for dinner. The dish was priced at around $27.00. I asked the server the kind of fish they were serving and to my surprise it was tilapia...to me, the worst fish in the market to eat. I was very surprised. I then asked them to substitute it for corvina (a higher quality of white fish) for $3.00 more. It was simply very good and I enjoyed it. The problem I had once it was served (and I was shocked) is that the fish portion was half a normal size filet, the kind you would serve a child. IT WAS ABOUT 3 OZ!!! I could not believe that I was paying $30.00 for a kid's meal! I new that I was going to stay hungry unless I would order a second entry. I nicely brought it to the attention of my server and he appeared to be disturbed by my observation. He looked at me like if I was being irrational for challenging the ridiculous kid's portion size and indicated it was basically supposed to be like that, and not any (reasonably) bigger. Needless to say, I was very upset by his response. Guys, please don't take me wrong. I am grateful to be able to pay for my food without any issues, but I like to get what I pay for...a satisfying and fulfilling meal, which this one was not! For a moment, I felt I was in a French restaurant in the middle of Brickell or Coral Gables, but I was not. I was in the neighborhood of Westchester, Miami, Fl, which is an average section of town. This dish was worth $9.99 at the most and not $30.00. I was ripped off and very deceived! Maybe next time I will improve the rating. I hope the owner reads this!

With all due respect, I ordered a Lasagna but I didn't like it. Service: Take out Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $10–20

The staff opened the doors for us and greeted us warmly. Quickly sat us and we were very happy with our surroundings. The restaurant is very clean and tidy with great decor. The menu is extensive and all your favorites are there. We loved our food selections as well as our servers. Everyone was very kind and it was a great dining experience. Service: Dine in

Service: Dine in Meal type: Lunch Price per person: $100+ Recommended dishes: Lobster Ravioli, Octopus