My mom and I had a 5:00 reservation on 8/12/16. We are locals and have been wanting to eat at Giada's for awhile. We took the escalators up to the restaurant and were greeted by the rudest and most non welcoming hostesses who lacked personality and tact. First impressions are everything and they certainly left a sour taste in our mouth.
We went to the bar for a drink before we were seated. The bartender was friendly and soon to find out it would be the best part of our experience.
We were seated in the middle of the restaurant. We asked to be moved to the window to which the hostess stated "the servers aren't on shift over there so it would be another 15 minute wait." We declined as we had a show at 7pm at another hotel. The music is regular pop music. I prefer Italian music at an Italian restaurant on the strip to make you feel like you are having a full dining experience.
We started with appetizers with the Margherita Pizzette. Extremely small and extremely doughy. The toppings, including the cheese fell off the pizza as soon as you took a bite. We also ordered the Artichoke Arancini which was very good. The bread served was pretty good as well. For our main dishes we both ordered Pasta Primavera which is not on the menu, but it is something we wanted. They were willing to make it which was nice. When it was served they did not offer to grate cheese over the pastas. (isn't that what we come to Italian restaurants for? Cheese on pasta!?) We asked for cheese and they brought it. Portions were small for the price. Overall mediocre pasta. Our server was friendly but often disappeared. Our bus boy was friendly as well.
The tables are on top of each other so naturally you strike up a convo with the people sitting next to you which is fine, but leaves little privacy.
I absolutely would not go back to the restaurant. I can guarantee it is only a short while until it is closed as the reviews are awful for the price and the taste. Poorly done restaurant. Not impressed in the slightest bit and I would not recommend this place to anyone. There are WAY better local spots to enjoy an Italian meal. By far one of the worst dining experiences I have had in Las Vegas.