What it's actually like
Giulia receives polarized reviews centered on a stunning architectural space and inconsistent food/service quality. The beautiful historic bank building with open kitchen, plants, and sophisticated design is universally praised, and many pasta dishes and appetizers are genuinely excellent. However, several reviewers report disappointingly salty or bland pasta dishes, inconsistent execution, portion sizes, and service that ranges from exceptional to negligent. Price point is a common concern relative to food quality, with some finding it justified for the experience and others viewing it as overpriced for mediocre execution.
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Diners keep mentioning
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Ambiance
upscale-casual
Noise level
moderate
Dress code
smart casual
Outdoor seating
No
Good for
date night, special celebrations, business dinner
Reservations
Tock
Wait reality — Reservations recommended, especially for weekends and special occasions. Service pacing varies—some reviewers note slow service and wait times for menus even during non-busy periods, while others praise efficient timing. Best times appear to be non-peak hours like early afternoon or weekday lunches.
Derived from 82 recent Google reviews — not marketing copy.
What's cooking
Appetizer
Bruschetta Triovegetarian$15
Tomato, Balsamic, Basil | Goat Cheese, Radish, Arugula | Ricotta, Fig, Honey
Calamari$17
Smoked Paprika, Calabrian Aioli, Pickled Shallots
Fig Bruschettavegetarian$4
Ricotta
Mafia Bacongluten free$15
Brown Sugar, Orange, Maple, Calabrian Chilis
Marinated Olivesveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$12
Chili Crisp, Cara Cara, Pine Nut, Rosemary
Meatballs$18
Ricotta, Pomodoro Sauce
Meatballs & Focaccia$6
Meatballs & Focaccia
Oven-Fired Focacciavegetarian$8
Pomodoro Sauce, Grana Padano
Parm Friesvegetariangluten free$11
Calabrian Ketchup
Polenta Croquettesvegetarian$15
Black Truffle, Parmesan, Basil Aioli
Tomato Bruschettaveganvegetariandairy free$4
Balsamic, Basil
Whipped Goat Cheesevegetarian$16
Charred Tuscan Bread, Herb Oil, Fennel Pollen, Fig, Pickled Pecan
Salad
Beet Saladvegetariangluten free$16
Castelfranco, Pepita, Gorgonzola, Pumpkin Oil Vinaigrette
★ Giulia's Caesar$15
Kale, Focaccia Crouton, Pepperoncini Anchovy Dressing
House Saladvegetariangluten free$15
Arugula, Goat Cheese, Fennel, Radish, Sunflower Seed
Side Salad - Beetvegetariangluten free$8
Beet Salad
Side Salad - Giulia's Caesar$9
Giulia's Caesar
Soup
Cup of Soup - Ribollita$8
Ribollita
Ribollita Soup$11
Sausage, White Bean, Focaccia
Pasta
Buccatini$28
Crab, Fennel, Caper, Lobster Stock, Calabrian Chili
Gnocchi ai Funghivegetarian$28
Wild Mushroom, Gorgonzola Fonduta, Brown Butter Breadcrumb
Maltagliati$29
Red Wine Braised Lamb, Roasted Garlic, Mint
Mezzelunavegetarian$29
Artichoke, Spinach Cream, Asiago, Chive
Orecchiette$28
Italian Sausage, Parmesan, Peas, Frico
Pappardelle$27
Pork Ragu, Tomato, Taleggio Butter
Entree
Breakfast Sandwich$16
Soft Scrambled Eggs, Cheddar Cheese, Choice of Bacon or House Sausage, Breakfast Potatoes
Chicken Parmesan$28
Spaghetti, Pomodoro Sauce
Chicken Parm Panini$19
Mozzarella, Romaine, Basil Aioli, Pomodoro, Ciabatta
Lamb Shankgluten free$39
Polenta, Amogio, Eggplant, Carrot
Manzo Burger$18
Peterson Craftsman Double Patty, Peperonata, Mozzarella, Smoked Tomato Aioli, Romaine
Porchetta Panini$18
Chimichuri Aioli, Provolone, Pickled Onion, Arugula
★ Tomahawk Pork Chopgluten free$45
Fennel Salad, Apple Demi, Confit Leeks
Steak
★ Wagyu Coulotte$52
Potato Pave, Sun Dried Tomato, Crispy Shallot
Side
Breakfast Potatoesveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$6
Breakfast Potatoes
Broccoliniveganvegetariangluten free$10
Calabrian Chili, Peperonata, Lemon
Brussels Sproutsveganvegetariangluten free$10
Balsamic, Honey, Calabrian Chili
Smoked Risottovegetariangluten free$8
Parmesan, Arugula
Toastvegetarian$6
Choice of White, Wheat, Focaccia
Dessert
Apple Crumbvegetarian$13
Caramel, Brown Butter Streusel, Vanilla Gelato
Mousse al Cioccolatovegetariangluten free$12
Butterscotch Ganache, Chocolate Amaretti Crumble, Sea Salt Flake
Olive Oil Cakevegetarian$14
Candied Orange, Pistachio, Chantilly
Seasonal Gelatogluten freevegetarian$9
Single Scoop
Tiramisu Doughnutsvegetarian$14
Caffe Chocolate, Mascarpone
Cocktail
Aperol Spritzveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$9
Aperol, Sparkling Wine, Soda, Orange Peel
Bloody Mary
Vodka, Lovejoy's Bloody Mary Mix, Cured Meat, Pickles, Olive
Campari Fizzveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$9
Campari, Soda
Cocchi Fizzveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$9
Cocchi Americano (choice of Bianco or Rosso), Soda
Limoncello Spritzveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$9
Limoncello, Sparkling Wine, Soda
Mimosaveganvegetariangluten freedairy free
Orange Juice, Prosecco
Wine
House Wineveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$9
House Wine
Beer
Peroniveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$7
Draft Beer
Pryes Pragmatic Pilsveganvegetariangluten freedairy free$7
Draft Beer
Other
2 Eggs Any Stylevegetariangluten free$6
2 Eggs Any Style
Americano$18
2 Eggs Any Style, Breakfast Potatoes, Choice of House Sausage or Bacon, Choice of Toast (Focaccia, White, or Wheat)
Bacongluten free$10
Bacon
Bianco$23
Lemon Ricotta, Pancetta, Sage
Breakfast Pizza$25
Pancetta, Mozzarella, Chive, Egg
Brioche French Toastvegetarian$18
Apple, Meletti Whipped Cream, Orange Maple Syrup
Caprino$25
Prosciutto, Goat Cheese, Red Wine Braised Tomato, Arugula
Chocolate Chip Wafflesvegetarian$13
Fresh Berries, Maple Syrup
Diavola$24
Stracciatella, Mozzarella, Pepperoni, Pepperoncini
Funghivegetarian$23
Garlic White Sauce, Wild Mushroom, Gruyere
Housemade Breakfast Sausage$10
Housemade Breakfast Sausage
Napolivegetarian$22
Burrata, Mozzarella, Basil
Ricotta Toastvegetarian$17
Soft Scrambled Eggs, Wild Mushroom, Arugula
Salame$24
Lowry Hill Fennel Salami, Crucolo, Spinach, Pomodoro
Yogurt e Fruttavegetarian$10
Yogurt and Fruit
Seafood
★ Pan-Seared Salmongluten free$37
Smoked Risotto, Arugula, Shaved Fennel, Brown Butter, Capers
Find it
Address
215 S 4th St, Minneapolis, MN
Phone
612-623-2540
Restaurant group
Steven Brown Restaurant Group