GIOVANNI'S PIZZERIA

On health score, GIOVANNI'S PIZZERIA outranks most of Volusia County — safer than 91% of Volusia County restaurants we grade, holding an A (99/100).

Its latest inspection on May 18, 2026 cited 1 basic violation. Diners give it 4.1 across 1,002 reviews. It's a Italian spot in Daytona Beach.

A · 99/100 · safer than 91% of Volusia County restaurants we grade

Get directions Call (386) 255-6699

Restaurant details

Health grade
A (99/100)
Violations
1 total — 1 basic
Address
723 N ATLANTIC AVE, Daytona Beach, FL
Cuisine
Italian
Categories
Pizza restaurant, Deli, Italian restaurant
Price
$10–20
Rating
4.1 stars (1002 reviews)
Neighborhood
Seabreeze Historic District
Seats
28
Phone
(386) 255-6699
Website
Official website
Photo of GIOVANNI'S PIZZERIA
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Community Rating

Reviews via Google
4.1 Community-sourced rating 1,002 reviews
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What diners say — our read

Diners writing about this place keep returning to service. Service tends to be raised approvingly here, averaging 5.0 stars.

If you had to pick one number to represent this corpus it would be 5, the most frequently given rating (17 reviews). Of the 21 rated reviews, 18 sit at four stars or better and 2 at two or below. One subject never comes up here: how clean the place looks.

On the inspection side the picture is cleaner: DBPR graded this kitchen an A (99/100), with 1 basic violations. Whatever the reviews argue about, sanitation is not the weak point. DBPR last walked in on May 18, 2026. Its inspection trajectory is upward over the records we hold. That puts it ahead of 91% of graded kitchens in Volusia County. The citations behind that grade include bathrooms.

Both measures agree, which is the least complicated version of this page. The individual reviews are below, newest first, if you want the raw material.

Our own analysis of 21 reviews for this restaurant, set against its Florida DBPR inspection record. How we calculate grades →

  • June 29, 2026

    It was great customer service!

  • June 27, 2026

    Absolutely loved the lady at the register. She was very helpful!

  • June 24, 2026

    Excellent service and food . Will be back

  • June 21, 2026

    such nice staff 10/10

  • June 17, 2026

    Very expensive for delivery and they don't bring to your resort door. Why did I spend $60 for 2 small pizzas to have to meet them in the street?

  • June 16, 2026

    Great cheese pie, great calzone, this is the place.

  • June 14, 2026

    They use kalamata olives and feta in their Greek salads, and plenty of them 🥰 My husband I didn't have to 'fight' the pepperoncini from it either, because there were 2. The meat calzone and pepperoni pizza we ordered were also very good. I would post pictures, but we tore into and ate it all as soon as we returned to the hotel room. They are not afraid of using cheese here (I like my food super cheesy), and know how to balance their sauce ratios. If you like your pizza saucy, I would request extra. The staff was friendly and I'm sure they would accommodate.

  • June 13, 2026

    Amazing atmosphere, great employees, absolutely amazing food must try!!

  • June 11, 2026

    If you know pies this is the place to go. I’ll be honest, I prefer a slimmer slice, but Gionnani’s isn’t one of those mush mouth slices you consumer the next morning. Hot out the oven its flavor profile combats that of any Ny or pub style slice but where they reign true. I challenge anyone to find a better cold slice of pizza, the reason being, when you’ve truly dialed in your sauce, cheese, and crisp ratio you can stand amongst the best when cold.

  • June 11, 2026

    Delicious pizza! Friendly service!

  • June 10, 2026

    Staying at the Hard Rock down the street, needed a good pizza fix. This place is perfect, walking distance to many hotels, great pizza and great service. If I was here tomorrow, I would go back. I only post reviews when I see owners respond, this owner does which means he cares and it shows pride of ownership.

  • June 10, 2026

    I absolutely love this small pizzeria. The food is amazing, just as well as the service. It's open late so you can enjoy it when everything closes after 10pm. They have deals too, the food is definitely worth the price.

  • June 9, 2026

    We visit on vacation every year and always have pizza delivered to our condo! We are never disappointed with the meal. The people are so nice and friendly.

  • June 7, 2026

    Delicious pizza and friendly service

  • June 7, 2026

    Ordered a cheeseburger pizza and it came with sausage and lettuce and marinara sauce. There’s no cheeseburger pizza I have ever have.

  • June 4, 2026

    The pizza was amazing the wings were great the bruschetta was cooked like a pizza veggies were hot not cold and fresh

  • June 2, 2026

    If you’re visiting Daytona, this is a must if you like pizza there shakes are also awesome. The bruschetta is the best.

  • June 2, 2026

    The pizza was so delicious, the owner very hospitable. Highly recommend visiting.

  • June 2, 2026

    Pizza, wings, and stromboli were all excellent. Dined in, service and staff were friendly. I am from NY, this place did not disappoint.

  • May 31, 2026

    Great good, cozy little spot to pop in with the family for a quick bite

  • May 26, 2026

    Great pizza! The chicken bacon ranch pizza was phenomenal! The only ding is maybe a little high on the price, and it's more of a take out or delivery place than a dine in, but otherwise delicious!

Overall Score

62 / 100

  • Health inspection grade 40/40
    Grade A
  • Dietary transparency 0/20
    None listed
  • Community rating 16/20
    4.1★ average
  • Hidden-gem status 0/10
    Not flagged
  • Track record 6/10
    Improving, 0% clean

Composite score from health grade, dietary options, ratings, and inspection record — distinct from the state-derived health grade.

Opening hours

Monday
4 PM to 12:45 AM
Tuesday
4 PM to 12:45 AM
Wednesday
4 PM to 12:45 AM
Thursday
4 PM to 1:45 AM
Friday
4 PM to 2:45 AM
Saturday
4 PM to 2:45 AM
Sunday
4 PM to 12:45 AM

Inspection history

The following records are from Florida DBPR public inspection records, most recent first.

  1. May 18, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Call Back - Complied

    0 high-priority · 0 intermediate · 1 basic

    • 32 — Bathrooms
  2. April 30, 2026 · Routine - Food

    Warning Issued

    2 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 4 basic

    • 01 — Food from approved source; safe, unadulterated, sound condition
    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods (×2)
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 29 — Plumbing installed & maintained; mop sink; backflow prevention
    • 32 — Bathrooms
  3. August 13, 2025 · Routine - Food

    Inspection Completed - No Further Action

    1 high-priority · 3 intermediate · 10 basic

    • 02 — Consumer advisory, date-marking & labeling of ready-to-eat foods
    • 03 — Temperature control of foods (cold/hot holding, cooking, cooling, reheating)
    • 05 — Food & equipment thermometers provided and accurate
    • 10 — In-use food dispensing utensils properly stored
    • 14 — Food-contact & nonfood-contact surfaces properly designed/maintained (×2)
    • 16 — Dishwashing facilities; sanitizer test kits; gauges
    • 24 — Storage & handling of clean equipment and utensils; air drying
    • 25 — Single-service and single-use items
    • 31 — Handwash sinks accessible; handwashing supplies & sign provided (×2)
    • 32 — Bathrooms
    • 41 — Chemicals / toxic substances properly stored & used
    • 50 — Current license, properly displayed

This grade is calculated by us from Florida DBPR public inspection records — Florida does not issue official grades. How we calculate it →

Data last updated: May 18, 2026