Giovanni's is a gem.
I've been here twice with colleagues, once for drinks and once for the tasting menu, and I was struck by the attention and service they paid to my friends and our party.
The patrons here tend to be a bit older, as well as the wait staff; but that also suggests experience. The service showed precisely that. Warm, attentive service and charming ambiance makes for a very enjoyable experience.
The flavours were occasionally a tad heavy handed for me ... but just a tad. Fresh mozzarella, great pork belly, ribs, papardelle followed by tasty dolci made for an excellent dining experience.
I'd give this a 4.5 - but I don't have the option... but given the paucity of high-Italian dining in Cleveland, I'll average it up to a 5 out of 5.
Molto bene!