Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria

4.7 (241)

$30 and under

Italian

12 N River St, Aurora, IL 60506

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2 people

8 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

About this restaurant

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Good for special occasions

Your favorite local trattoria and pizzeria, serving up wood-fired pizza, house-made pasta, delectable desserts, and signature cocktails. Vegetarian and gluten-free options available.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
Phone number
(630) 701-2819
Website
http://www.giardinoaurora.com/
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
12 N River St, Aurora, IL 60506
Area
Aurora
Cross Street
Galena Blvd. and River St.
Parking details
Street Parking

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What 241 people are saying

Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.7Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.6Value

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Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria offers a vibrant dining experience with an inviting atmosphere. Guests rave about the "delicious food" and "excellent service," making it a popular choice for theatergoers. The menu features standout dishes like the Pappardelle alla Bolognese and tiramisu. With "reasonable prices" and a "lovely setting," it's a must-visit in downtown Aurora.

241 Reviews

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Renee
Chicago / Illinois4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was our first visit. The food and service were excellent. We will be back soon.
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Lena
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had reservations for a party of six and we were promptly seated and attended to by the staff immediately. Our beverage and food orders were efficiently served and the meals were excellent. Our server checked in and made sure we had everything we needed. Everything was on point and we will definitely be back.
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Jorge
Chicago / Illinois24 reviews
5.0
Dined on 29 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We thoroughly enjoyed our first visit to Giardino’s Trattoria. On this hot day the cool (not cold) well-lighted crisp atmosphere of the restaurant was most welcome. We started with Bruschetta and an Antipasto salad and moved on to Orecchiette Alla Diavola - all delicious courses prepared in a distinct way different from other Trattorias. We sipped along the way a New Zealand Sauvignon Blanc and a La Sala Chianti. A very enjoyable evening from atmosphere of the restaurant to the tasty courses!
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Becky VIP
Chicago / Illinois13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We enjoyed a lovely dinner at Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria. We had pasta, chicken and pizza. The service was outstanding! We will be back:)
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Michael VIP
Chicago / Illinois23 reviews
5.0
Dined on 27 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food and service once again. Price point is excellent. Super spot in DT Aurora
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Yasmin
Chicago / Illinois2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Everything was delicious, amazing service, the sauce on the chicken dish was accidentally cold and the team was quick to fix their mistake & make it up to us! I had a great experience, and recommend everyone to try the Pappardelle alla Bolognese & don’t forget to save room for the tiramisu!
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Patty
Chicago / Illinois6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 26 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We’ve been to Giordinos several times and will keep going back. Food was delicious, Nancy our server was considerate and helpful. We would have had more to drink but we had a show around the corner to go to.
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Jodi VIP
Cincinnati / Dayton41 reviews
3.0
Dined on 25 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
New restaurant. Good food but Osso Buco special was a small portion. The wine was overpriced. Small glasses. Probably 5 ounces. Too small for the prices they charged. Service was good. Nice set up.
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Asha
Chicago / Illinois1 review
3.0
Dined on 22 June 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
The watermelon salad and patata appetizers were good. Pizza was so-so, especially since it was wood fired I expected more. We had to keep asking the waitress for cutlery - there were no knives on the table. We asked for fresh plates for the pizza and got those but no fresh cutlery. Ate with our hands. Desert was a disappointment. Limoncello sorbet was highlighted on their house specials table card, and we were looking forward to having it on a really hot day. What we got was a rock solid egg shaped lump of yellow ice in a desert cup. We couldn’t eat it at all. The first time I mentioned the issue I got an “oh it’s frozen solid, is it?” from the waitress. Finally got it taken off the bill, which was appreciated.
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holly
Southwest Florida14 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 June 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
One of the better meals I have had in a really long time. Portions sizes were perfect! Drinks were freshly made and very refreshing. Highly recommend
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Giardino Trattoria & Pizzeria is rated 4.7 stars by 241 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

8 Jul 2025

19:00

Booked 30 times today

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12 N River St, Aurora, IL 60506

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Cross Street
Galena Blvd. and River St.
Area
Aurora
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00–21:00 Fri, Sat 11:00–22:00
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking

Website
http://www.giardinoaurora.com/
Phone number
(630) 701-2819

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