Reviews - Gio
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Yes, I asked for a vodka martini straight up, dry and burnt....and they knew what it was. Meal was fabulous as well. 4 of us ordered different things and we all were very impressed. This restaurant is on grade level in a hotel...we'll definitely go...More View all feedback.
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Booked over Open Table, arrived and found the restaurant wasn’t event open. I double checked— our reservation was the correct date and time. We ate at the bar in the hotel and had some great food from a kind bar tender who gave great service, but not impressed with Gio View all feedback.
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Last update : 06.12.2022
Molly was amazing. Food was very good, I give it a 4 star only because I was very surprised the trout came with potato wedges. It was a little letdown. The appetizers were amazing.
Our mains were local scallops with pea risotto. All so yummy and a beautiful set of flavours. The scallops were cooked perfectly and a very healthy number of them. Great Sancerre wine with the meal which paired superbly. The service was friendly and very attentive. Always a great meal here
As always, an extremely reliable location for a business meeting or quiet discreet discussion. The food and service are always simply excellent
Booked over Open Table, arrived and found the restaurant wasn’t event open. I double checked— our reservation was the correct date and time. We ate at the bar in the hotel and had some great food from a kind bar tender who gave great service, but not impressed with Gio
This restaurant has lovely atmosphere and great service. It is high end (pricey) with a number of delicious selections on the menu. The food is served in sophisticated smaller portions. This spot is very good but not likely, in my opinion, to be a choice that you will repeat frequently but rather only on special occasions.
Last update : 17.05.2024
Gio is an upscale dining spot located in the Prince George Hotel. Despite my usual reservations about hotel restaurants, Gio exceeded my expectations. During our dinner, we tried a variety of dishes including Luke's Sourdough Bread, Foie Gras Two Ways, Squash, Arctic Char, Smoked Scallop, and Oh My That's Delicious dessert. The sourdough bread had a firm crust and chewy middle, while the foie gras had sweet elements like pressed apples and rosemary jam to balance out its richness. The squash was my favorite dish of the night, with orange vinaigrette and pecorino cheese enhancing its flavors, while the Arctic Char had a great char but was a bit too salty. The Smoked Scallop had perfect smoke but was slightly rubbery, though the garlic cream sauce was excellent. The dessert lived up to its name with delicate chocolate mousse and homemade blueberry ice cream stealing the show. The service, particularly from Rachael, was efficient and attentive, adding to the overall great experience at Gio. With its good food, excellent service, and cool atmosphere, Gio is a fantastic spot for a night out.
Four stars is a very good rating. Five stars is for truly once-in-a-lifetime food experience. Le Bernardin in NYC is, Charlie Trotter in Chicago was, Arzak in San Sebastián is. We like the originality of the menu, so we decided to give it a try. Wise decision. First, oysters. From Fortune,NS. Not big and not small; from cold water, yet not too briny. Fresh like no oysters we've ever had. Well, we're off to a good start! My wife had two appetizer, she has a small appetite and likes to try stuff. First, a dish made essentially of carrots: roasted, tempura, moussed, and more. Ok, carrots is what your mother insisted you eat if you had a shot at desert, right? Well, start apologizing, because carrots now deserve a lot more respect. This dish was simply amazing! She also had the branzino ceviche. That was also quite memorable. Not overly citrusy, delicate, refined. I had the shrimps and scallops plate. They were served on a generous bed of farro and greens. Now scallops, anybody can overcook them effortlessly. Not so here: a thin layer of crispiness enveloping a delicate and sweet scallop. Divine! The shrimps were cuddle in philo dough, fried just long enough to cook them to perfection! Our server was really one of a kind. Knowledgeable with wine (and Viognier aficionado), the food, the geography of oysters, and life in Nova Scotia. She made us feel welcome! The best food experience we've had in Halifax.
After getting caught in a heavy rainstorm, we sought out a nearby restaurant close to our hotel. We found Gio, which came highly recommended by fellow Yelpers. Every dish we tried was fantastic. We started with handmade mozzarella wrapped around ricotta cheese with shredded asparagus and toast- absolutely delicious. I had the halibut with carrot purée and coconut cream with arugula, while others in my group ordered the vegetarian dish and lamb. Each bite was exceptional, as evidenced by the clean plates that returned to the kitchen. Despite being full, we couldn't resist trying desserts like tiramisu, a chocolate cake, and lemon curd with limoncello encased in torched meringue with mixed berries, caramelized cashews, and candied ginger- all incredibly tasty. We left Gio feeling satisfied and already planning our next visit. If you're in Halifax and looking for a top-notch dining experience, Gio is a must-visit, rain or shine.
For our anniversary this year, my wife and I debated between choosing a familiar favorite like Press Gang or Bicycle Thief, or trying out a new restaurant. Ultimately, we decided on Gio and we are so glad we did. Our dining experience from start to finish was truly enjoyable. We came for a delicious meal and we were not disappointed. From the delightful amuse bouche, to the appetizers and soup (which were all exceptional), to the palate cleanser and main course, every aspect of our meal impressed us. The dessert, especially the rum cake, was outstanding. The staff, including our servers, were friendly, engaging, knowledgeable, and attentive without being intrusive. Overall, Gio is a charming, cozy restaurant that knows how to make its guests feel welcome and keep them coming back. We are grateful for making our anniversary night even more special. Cheers!
I was at Halifax for work and I always go online to look for restaurants recommends in a new place. At first, I thought Gio would be really pricy being housed in a high end hotel. Turns out the lunch menu is totally affordable. Thus I gave it a try. Had the Scallops risotto on the lunch menu paired with a glass of white wine. The food was awesome. The scallops are HUGE and plenty. The risotto tasted really good. For $16, that is a steal. Then I went for lunch a second time that week. Had the lunch haddock and chowder. I still think the scallops risotto is the best. The decorations there is lovely and modern. Waitresses were friendly and helpful with the menu. I wanted to take a friend there in the following Sunday but they close on Sunday. That would be the only complain I have. Otherwise, food, atmosphere, services are all excellent.
Last update : 01.04.2024
My partner recently took me to this restaurant to celebrate my birthday and let me just say.. they DID NOT disappoint. From the moment we arrived, we were warmly greeted by the staff and our waiter, Oscar. Oscar was friendly and very professional. He did a phenomenal job explaining each item on the menu and making suggestions. It was clear that Oscar is a foodie and passionate about food and the pairings. He made it his mission to ensure we had an amazing dinner. He was meticulous in pairing our meals with the perfect wine and even took the time to explain why he recommended each dish or wine pairing. He asked the right questions to make the perfect recommendations and he was warm and welcoming the entire night. We were even wowed to find out that not only was he our waiter, but he also doubled as the bartender making the most amazing, delicious and refreshing cocktails. If I had a business of my own, Gios would be in a tough spot because I would hired Oscar in the spot lol. The food was amazing. Literally everything we had was 10/10. The appetizers were delicious.. to the point that some dishes like the snapper left us eager for more! We ordered almost a little of everything but my favorites were the parpadelle pasta, the wild boar and red fish. I absolutely loved the flavors in the pasta and the pesto was amazing. The boar was perfectly cooked and the portion was perfect and quite filling. The fish was well seasoned and absolutely delicious. I will absolutely be back to Gio because I have that burger on my mind and I’m yearning for more. Thank you for an amazing dinner special thanks to Oscar for being the most amazing waiter I have ever experienced. It’s clear you are passionate, love food and take the time to learn and understand the menu in depth. The restaurant is absolutely lucky to have you on their team!!!
The food was very good as was the service but the ambiance was lacking, as there was a very noisy standup beverage fridge not far from our table. Would like to go back but only when the atmosphere is better.
My friend and I visited recently for dinner. Food was outstanding and the service was impeccable.
Excellent meal through all courses. The beef short rib appetizer was melt in your mouth delicious and very large for an appetizer. Reasonable wine selection by the glass.
Olivia was exceptionally knowledgeable about each and every dish, taking the time to describe everything as plated as she served us. The Dine Around menu was exceptional, the table was very impressed with everything, and the portion sizes were great we each had to take some home.
Last update : 14.01.2024
Great place. Not a lot of tables so nice and intimate. Nice friendly server and amazing food. A surprising jewel in a gem of a city.
One of my favorite restaurant in halifax . small menu makes me wanna try everything in it and worth it. super friendly server. best spot if you are going to a date. recommend.
I had the opportunity to take my girlfriend for her birthday diner last night at GIO. The food was amazing and a very well done to Jamie and the kitchen crew. As well I would like to thank the service staff for an excellent time and wine pairings. Highly recommend everyone go for the experience, we will be back for sure..
Amazing food. Foodie heaven. Chicken liver mousse, tempura cauliflower and bison and filet mignon. The plating is almost too pretty to eat. Wonderful attentive service.
An amazing combination of flavours...the perfect place for a special lunch! And the staff was wonderful.
Last update : 03.11.2023
Fabulous service, delicious food and beautiful decor! My favourite restaurant!
Food is easily one of my faves in town. The service was second to none! Terri was great!
This place is amazing. Definitely a spot for those who have travelled and experienced 5 star restaurants.
Amazing food. Foodie heaven. Chicken liver mousse, tempura cauliflower and bison and filet mignon. The plating is almost too pretty to eat. Wonderful...
One of my favorite restaurant in halifax . small menu makes me wanna try everything in it and worth it. super friendly server. best spot if you are...
Last update : 06.08.2025
My first time to visit this restaurant. The service was excellent. Very friendly and professional. My appetizer (Beet Carpaccio) was amazing. The main course of Halibut I found unappealing. The fish seemed overcooked and it was more of a stew presentation than I was expecting. To be fair, this is likely a personal preference. Others in our party enjoyed their main courses. Dessert was quite decadent! Meal type: Dinner Food: 3 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
A group of five of us were there for my birthday on Saturday, May 3. GIO is one of my favourite restaurants, so I had raved about it to two of my friends that came along, as they had never been there. I assured them that everything on the menu is always amazing. Sadly, my favourite dish, the boar, was not available that evening, so I ordered the lamb. My two friends that had never been there before also ordered the lamb. I have to say that I was very disappointed with the dish, as were my two friends. The lamb itself was cooked perfectly, and was very tender, but did not have much flavour. It was on a large bed of orzo, which also did not have any flavour. I was also surprised that there was little to no vegetables. The dishes that I have had in the past have exploded with flavour and also had lots of vegetables. Two of the other girls at the table had the osso buco and a seafood dish, which they were both very happy with. I tried a little bit of the mashed potato that came with the osso buco, which was amazingly delicious. I feel that would have been a much better pairing with my lamb and would have improved the enjoyment of the meal. Overall, I am disappointed that two of my friends will likely never go back, and that my birthday dinner has left me not looking forward to returning myself. Outside of that, I will say that the service was wonderful and everyone also enjoyed the drinks and the atmosphere. Hopefully the lamb dish that night was just an anomaly. I am seeing photos on the other reviews here of desserts with Happy Birthday written on the plate. I was not provided any sort of free dessert for my birthday. Perhaps they only do that if you order a dessert and pay for it? I also sent feedback directly to the restaurant, to which they did not reply at all. I would expect more from a high end restaurant. Food: 3 Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Price per person: $50–60
Gio was absolutely exceptional from start to finish. The appetizer, Toro, was elegant, fresh, and beautifully presented. The main course, Osso Buco, a braised veal dish was cooked to perfection: tender, rich, and full of flavor. The chef clearly has a remarkable grasp of seasoning and balance. The chocolate cake dessert was phenomenal, rich, decadent, and the perfect sweet finish to an unforgettable meal. Our server was fantastic, attentive, knowledgeable, and her wine recommendation paired perfectly with everything. Highly recommend. Price per person: $100+ Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
