holborn
Italian Restaurant
Giovanni’s
of Covent Garden
Authentic Italian Restaurant Near Holborn
A short 15-minute stroll from Holborn Station
If you’re looking for an authentic Italian restaurant in Holborn, welcome to Giovanni’s of Covent Garden. Our family-run restaurant is just a short walk away, offering a warm and inviting dining experience that has been nurtured by the Ragona family since 1952. With deep roots in Sicilian tradition, we pride ourselves on staying true to the recipes that have been lovingly passed down through generations.
Our menu is a carefully crafted celebration of the finest Italian cuisine, designed to transport you straight to Italy with every bite. Using only the highest quality ingredients, we ensure authenticity and freshness in every dish. From freshly made pasta to succulent seafood, each plate is a testament to our passion for Italian food, with a special Sicilian twist that makes Giovanni’s a standout among the best Italian restaurants near Holborn.
Whether you’re stopping by for lunch or indulging in a special evening meal, you’ll be treated to the genuine hospitality that the Ragona family has perfected over the years. You’ll experience true Sicilian warmth and culture with the finest Italian food near Holborn here at Giovanni’s.
How to Get to Our Italian Restaurant Near Holborn
To get to Giovanni’s from Holborn Station by tube, take the Picadilly Line towards Heathrow. Depart at Covent Garden, and then walk to Giovanni’s. The journey, including the walk and tube ride, should take about 15 minutes.
You can take London Bus Route 59 if you’re travelling by bus. Board the bus at Holborn Circus or Chancery Lane Station, which is located along the A40. The bus departs approximately every 15 minutes. Ride the bus for about 11 minutes and alight at the Aldwych/Drury Lane stop. From there, it’s a short 9-minute walk to Giovanni’s.
Giovanni’s is also within walking distance from landmarks such as The Savoy and The National Gallery, both of which are about 10 minutes away on foot.
No matter your mode of transport, Giovanni’s is easy to find and ready to welcome you. We offer the perfect setting just minutes away, where you can enjoy the finest Italian dishes with a touch of Sicilian flair.
We look forward to welcoming you soon!
The Ragona Family
The Ragona family, now headed by Pino Ragona have been serving food in London since 1952 and have a simple philosophy of delivering authentic Italian dishes, using only the finest of ingredients. Served with a warm Sicilian charm that has been nurtured through centuries of their noble heritage.
"Giovanni's is my home, I love to make people happy, with delicious food, great wine and lots of laughter"
Pino Ragona
