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Fabio Viviani grew up poor on the west side of Florence. Often, the only entertainment his family could afford was a visit to the Giostra – a magical old carousel in Piazza della Repubblica. This town square was a gathering place for people from all walks of life, where everyone felt welcome. In that spirit, Fabio Viviani Hospitality is pleased to bring South Barrington Giostra – an old-school Italian restaurant featuring the simple, classic dishes Fabio grew up on. With recipes passed down from his mother and grandmother. Step inside our doors and experience the welcoming atmosphere of Old Florence. Enjoy a glass of wine from our extensive wine list, many procured through Fabio’s lifelong connections. Have some pasta. Eat!
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Address: 100 W Higgins Rd, South Barrington, IL 60010
Phone: (224) 802-8996
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Melissa B
We came in at around 9:30 pm on a Saturday night and were sat immediately. Our waiter was very knowledgeable on everything on the menu and were glad we took his recommendations on the seasonal crab cakes (delicious btw). The tuna tartare was not my favorite, it’s unexpectedly sweet, but that was definitely just a personal preference and my boyfriend loved it! I did see a couple reviews about house rolls but we didn’t get some or were ever offered any, not sure it’s because we walked in an hour and a half before closing but it was a slight bummer. For our mains we stuck to two pasta dishes, the fusilloni and carbonara in a jar. I enjoyed my fusilloni, it was perfectly covered in their vodka sauce and the herbed breadcrumbs added such a nice touch. The carbonara was also very tasty, it does in fact come in a jar and they then shake and serve on a plate in front of you. It was extremely creamy and rich, just what my boyfriend was looking for. The ambiance on a Saturday night was great, by the bar gets a bit loud and you see a mix of people just wanting to get a drink and or others with friends sat in a big party. We really enjoyed our time here and definitely want to come back to try other heavier non-pasta dishes.
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We’ve been to Giostra quite a few times and the last time was not the best experience. We did come back and were pleasantly surprised by how amazing our experience was this time! We will definitely be returning customers and can’t wait to come back! The homemade pasta is delicious!
… moreeleni
My family and I dined here for the first time tonight to celebrate my sister’s birthday. We were seated and served complimentary champagne just because we had to wait a couple of extra minutes. It turned out much of the food is cooked in soy based oil, and due to my soy allergy, I actually couldn’t eat anything on the menu. Our waitress was very attentive and ran everything past the kitchen. She came back to the table with Chef Massimo, who took my allergies so seriously and very clearly felt bad. I didn’t want to make a fuss but he insisted “What do you have a taste for? I’ll make you anything.” I said it was okay just to order what everyone else wanted and he made us laugh to say “I don’t care about everyone else. I only care about you.” Surprised me with ahi tuna for appetizer and personally took care to customize the dishes, including allergen friendly cacio e pepe. He also brought all the dishes to me himself and served me directly, which was so above and beyond! Thank you to all staff and Chef Massimo for great service and wonderful attention to detail! We all enjoyed and had a great time!
… moremichelle duenas
This restaurant was such a great experience! The food was absolutely delicious, full of flavor, and beautifully presented. The atmosphere is clean, warm, and very aesthetic perfect for a nice dinner or even just a casual night out.
The service was outstanding. Our server, Joe, was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and gave excellent recommendations that we really enjoyed. The manager also stopped by our table to check on us, which made the experience feel very personal and welcoming. Both the staff and management were attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our visit.
I definitely recommend visiting this restaurant. Between the amazing food, top-notch service, and stylish ambiance, it’s a spot that truly stands out. Can’t wait to come back!
… moreThe service was outstanding. Our server, Joe, was extremely knowledgeable about the menu and gave excellent recommendations that we really enjoyed. The manager also stopped by our table to check on us, which made the experience feel very personal and welcoming. Both the staff and management were attentive, friendly, and made sure everything was perfect throughout our visit.
I definitely recommend visiting this restaurant. Between the amazing food, top-notch service, and stylish ambiance, it’s a spot that truly stands out. Can’t wait to come back!
Mo Patellio
I recently dined at Giostra and had an outstanding experience. The service was impeccable, with attentive staff ensuring every need was met. The food was absolutely delicious, crafted with fresh, high-quality ingredients that truly elevated each dish. From start to finish, the ambiance and flavors made it a memorable visit. I would highly recommend Giostra to anyone looking for a top-notch dining experience. A solid 5-star rating from me! Check out the pictures associated with this review and follow on IG @ifooditravel
… moreMadison Kassaros
Service was the best I have had in a very long time. Best pork chop I’ve ever had. Also the tuna was so fresh and had flaky salt on it and was perfect every bite. The flaky salt was a nice touch. Presentation of the food was fantastic and the portions are perfect. From start to finish had an amazing experience. Our server was absolutely amazing we had 2 kids with us one 2 years old. We were joking saying to the two year old she needed to take more bites of her food or the chef will be really upset because he is working really hard to put the food at the table for us to eat. I believe the server heard us but the chef came out and checked in on us and specifically the 2 year old to make sure she was satisfied and she was and he said he would bring out a surprise for the two year old if she ate her food and look what he did for us. This was the best experience I’ve ever had. Perfect place for a date night as well the atmosphere is really cool.
… morePhil
Absolutely fantastic experience at Giostra on 4/5/25. Arrived early for a drink at bar, service was top notch! Wife and I had martinis and were even offered taste of one of their special cocktails the Rosa Paloma which was really good. dinner service was a little behind our reservation but we were notified and even offered some Prosecco while we waited the extra 15 min. Dinner service was excellent and all our meals were delicious. Wine selections were great. Our group had a great time and look forward to visiting again soon.
… moreAnthony Mazza
A touch of Italy you don’t wanna miss
We started with the grilled octopus and had the pork chop and the Branzino as our main course.
The service was spectacular, and the food was delicious. The stick toffee pudding was a little on the dry side but the flavor was amazing. Pricey but the food was exquisite. Definitely worth the price.
A comment to the owner: your valet service is very overbearing. I did not want to let them park my car as a personal preference but they blocked off all of the parking. You should adjust this to allow more parking towards the end of the strip for other guests. I understand you want to give your patrons a luxury experience but more then 8 spots reserved is a lot.
Whatever the sauce is on that pork chop. You need to put that in a jar and sell it. Exceptional.
… moreWe started with the grilled octopus and had the pork chop and the Branzino as our main course.
The service was spectacular, and the food was delicious. The stick toffee pudding was a little on the dry side but the flavor was amazing. Pricey but the food was exquisite. Definitely worth the price.
A comment to the owner: your valet service is very overbearing. I did not want to let them park my car as a personal preference but they blocked off all of the parking. You should adjust this to allow more parking towards the end of the strip for other guests. I understand you want to give your patrons a luxury experience but more then 8 spots reserved is a lot.
Whatever the sauce is on that pork chop. You need to put that in a jar and sell it. Exceptional.
K Rumoro
Had an amazing dinner at Giostra this weekend! The food was incredible—every dish was flavorful and beautifully prepared.
A special shoutout to Brennan, who gave us such great service and made the night even more enjoyable. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a memorable meal! ⭐️
… moreA special shoutout to Brennan, who gave us such great service and made the night even more enjoyable. Highly recommend if you’re looking for a memorable meal! ⭐️
Samantha Finn
10/10 in house and through DoorDash. My husband and I love this food through and through. The half roast chicken even shows up with crispy skin through DOORDASH and we live twenty minutes away. Honestly if that’s not good cooking, I don’t know what is
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