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Girasole Trattoria
Girasole is an upscale, yet modestly priced restaurant and bar, serving Northern Italian inspired creative dishes, such as grilled meats, rotisserie chicken, fresh fish, and pasta, flavored with herbs grown in the large garden adjacent to the restaurant. The space features an intimate bar and lounge, a wood-fired oven and open kitchen and seating for 75 patrons. Outside the restaurant is a covered garden and patio. Girasole is owned by Giorgios Bakatsias, who has created some of the Triangle’s most notable restaurants, among them are Parizade, Vita and Vin Rouge in Durham, and Bin 54 and Spice Street in Chapel Hill.
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31 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.6
/
5
Rating Breakdown 31 reviews
5 stars
(7)
4 stars
(12)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(5)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.7
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(14)
- neighborhood gem(13)
- romantic(10)
- great for outdoor dining(8)
- great for brunch(7)
- kid-friendly(7)
Girasole Trattoria Reviews List
Review 1 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Not up to par
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"When we arrived for a 1pm reservation we had to wait 12 minutes for a table to be cleaned and set(it was Mother's Day).
I thought it was order from the menu, not buffet, so my fault on that error. Buffet food was not labeled at the buffet table, there was a menu on the table where we were seated so it was difficult to dicypher some of the items. Too eclectic for a Sunday brunch, especially for children. The server could have been around more as well."
I thought it was order from the menu, not buffet, so my fault on that error. Buffet food was not labeled at the buffet table, there was a menu on the table where we were seated so it was difficult to dicypher some of the items. Too eclectic for a Sunday brunch, especially for children. The server could have been around more as well."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining
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Review 2 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Just ok
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My family has been to this restaurant several times and usually has a great experience. However, this time things were just a little off. We were one of the first tables in the restaurant but the service was slow and just average.We were never asked for our drink order. We finished the bread and were never offered more. The server seemed to be new and was not that familiar with the menu. When our food arrived it was not that hot, as if it had been sitting in the window for awhile. My daughter ordered fries and they didn't bring ketchup. Empty plates weren't cleared quickly.There were only about 5 tables in the restaurant so this didn't make any sense that we weren't getting awesome service. Off night. Will try again but may wait awhile."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 3 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
question
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Why don't we get Open Table points anymore?"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic, notable wine list, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 4 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
On the fence
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ambience, services and quantity of food were all fine, however, the food itself was not as tasty as you would hope."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2005
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bad Macaroni Grill food at
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Bad Macaroni Grill food at fine dining prices. One of the worst meals we have ever had. Very disappointing considering all of the good reviews??? Where did they come from.... Questionable???"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2009
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Review 6 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Could Be a New Family Tradition
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a very nice experience at Girasole for Easter Brunch. We've eaten there other times. Food and service have always been very good but ambiance is usually a bit noisy. That was not the case for the Brunch which had a very nice ambiance. The selection of dishes for the brunch was a very nice, and not overwhelming, mix of breakfast and lunch selections: waffles and frittata, for example; salmon, prime rib and chicken for the latter. The quality of every dish was excellent. Service was personal and excellent from the front door and throughout the meal. We are definitely discussing making this an Easter tradition."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
All was good. Had been to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"All was good. Had been to the brunch in late December and was not expecting the buffet style that we encountered on Easter Sunday. Maybe something on the web site indicated that, but I had not seen it. All on the buffet was good and received something extra for kids after asking."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2012
Special Features: great for brunch, kid-friendly
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Review 8 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Good food, good prices. Nice
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Good food, good prices. Nice to have a Sunday brunch option in WF!"
Dined on 03/31/2013
2010
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 9 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
A bit disappointed given the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"A bit disappointed given the owners typical menus, meal was average. Unfortunately there was a party of 8 that was excessively loud and made it uncomfortable for others around them."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2011
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Review 10 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I'm sure that this place is
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I'm sure that this place is lovely on a normal day. But for me, I made reservations for my 2 year anniversary which was also valentines day. I read through the menu and had dinner already picked out. When we got there I found out there was a "valentines day menu" that only had at most 6 choices. Nothing we wanted was on the menu and what was on there was their most expensive meals it seemed. I may try again on a normal day to see if its better."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 11 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always enjoy a meal at Girasole.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Always enjoy a meal at Girasole. Food is always top notch, prices are reasonable for the quality. Staff are attentive"
Dined on 02/12/2013
2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
I have eaten at Girasole many
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I have eaten at Girasole many times. The Valentines Day Menu was different (special). My food was not as good as I was used to at Girasole. My companion enjoyed her food, so maybe it was just mine that was a little off (Chicken Parmesan). It wasn't bad, just not up to the usual standard. Service was a little slower than usual, probably becasue of the night (Valentine's Day). I will go back to Girasole, so the experience was OK, just not as good as I am used to."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2009
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Review 13 for Girasole Trattoria
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Dinner was delicious, but
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dinner was delicious, but portion was very small for the price. I love cheesecake, but did not care for this one. Loved the Wednesday night special (1/2 price wine bottles). The service was outstanding."
Dined on 01/30/2013
2013
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Girasole Trattoria
Based on the average of (18) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
4
/
5
4 out of 4 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic