Dinner Menu
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Chef Giovanni’s Italian Meal SpecialAre you adventurous? Do you love good Italian food? Allow Giovanni to custom-select and prepare a scrumptious, varied meal for your party. All courses prepared by Giovanni for these Specials are created fresh for your party and may not be part of our a la carte offering. 36.95/person Three-course meal
48.95/person Four-course meal
59.95/person Five-course meal
Your server will be pleased to answer any questions you may have regarding these specials. Giovanni will accommodate special dietary restrictions and allergies where possible, however, this means the entire table’s meals may be adjusted. “Taste Preferences” cannot be accommodated. This course special is only available to the entire table. Above description of courses are typical examples of what may be served as part of your meal. Antipasti / Appetizers9.95BruschettaGiovanni’s scrumptious tomato, garlic and basil recipe atop lightly toasted Italian bread 11.95Formaggio al Forno (Baked Cheese)Breaded mozzarella cheese bricks baked until golden and topped with a tasty mild tomato sauce 12.95Calamari Fritti (Deep-fried Squid)Tender squid, lightly floured and deep-fried, served with house-made Tsatsiki sauce 12.95Cozze (Mussels)
Carpaccio al ParmigianoThin slices of fresh Filet Mignon, served with Arugula and a house horseradish mayo topped with shaved parmesan 14.95Gamberi ProvencialeJumbo shrimp sauteed in a decadent sauce of white wine, butter, garlic, and lemon served with arugula greens. 14.95Gamberi CapriJumbo shrimp sauteed in a zingy sauce of white wine, capers, garlic, basil and tomato sauce served with arugula greens. 14.95Gamberi SambucaJumbo shrimp sauteed in a sweet Sambuca liqueur served with arugula greens. 18.95Scampi al BurroScampi in garlic butter served on a bed of risotto. Insalate e Zuppe / Salads & Soups6.95 9.95Insalate dell’Erba (Herb)Fresh mixed greens with herbs served with a balsamic & olive oil dressing 7.95 10.95 Insalata di Césare (Caesar)Classic Caesar salad with fresh house dressing, croutons, and freshly-grated parmesan 10.95Insalate di CapreseSliced Bocconcini cheese served with tomato slices and olives, served with a fresh herb dressing 8.95 11.95Insalate di Spinaci (Spinach)Fresh baby spinach greens served with crumbled Feta cheese, dried cranberries, and almond slices, served with a balsamic & olive oil dressing 8.95 11.95Insalate di noce e gorgonzolaFresh mixed greens served with walnuts and gorgonzola cheese served with a red wine vinegar dressing 6.95Stracciatella alla RomanaTraditional egg-drop soup – An Italian favorite! 6.95Zuppa di Giornio (Soup of the Day)The chef's fresh soup creation made in-house from fresh ingredients. Risotto Specialties18.95 Risotto al funghi (Wild Mushroom Risotto)Arborio rice with wild porcini and mixed mushrooms with a white wine sauce. 18.95 Risotto al Frutti di Mare (Seafood Risotto)Arborio rice with clams, prawns and mussels with a white wine sauce.
Paste / Pasta16.95 Spaghetti Bolognese
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Chef Giovanni Belcastro, and wife Helen, welcome you to Giovanni's Ristorante in the heart of Qualicum Beach. Offering fine Italian cuisine in a friendly and informal atmosphere, the owners and staff at Giovanni's look forward to serving you and providing a quality dining experience. Although small and intimate in size, Giovanni's brims with atmosphere and excitement, and delivers meals that you would expect to find in some of the largest restaurants and resorts on Vancouver Island. Join Giovanni and Helen, and experience Oceanside's finest dining.

