Giuseppina’s – Italian
Giuseppina’s transports diners to a sun-drenched kitchen in the heart of Italy, where the air is thick with the intoxicating fragrance of slow-simmered ragu and freshly torn basil. Hand-rolled pastas and golden, crusty breads take center stage, served alongside carafes of robust red wine in a rustic space that hums with the warmth of shared laughter and timeless tradition.
691 6th Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11215 +1 718-499-5052 https://www.giuseppinasbrickovenpizza.com/?utm_source=gbpRating: 4.5/5 (519 reviews)
Cuisine: Italian
Price range: $$
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Giuseppina’s
Dairy-Free at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Homemade Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 1 gluten-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Homemade Sauce. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone, Nutella Calzone and Pellegrino Sparkling Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
High-Protein at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 3 high-protein-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone and Veggie Pizza. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Keto at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 2 keto-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pellegrino Sparkling Water and Snapple Lemon Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 2 low-carb-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pellegrino Sparkling Water and Snapple Lemon Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 2 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Pellegrino Sparkling Water and Snapple Lemon Iced Tea. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Giuseppina’s
Giuseppina’s in Brooklyn has 6 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Calzone, Nutella Calzone and Pellegrino Sparkling Water. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Giuseppina’s
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Everything Pizza | 34.3 g | 41.6 g |
| Everything Pizza | 34.3 g | 41.6 g |
| Calzone | 4.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Calzone | 4.8 g | 16.9 g |
| Veggie Pizza | 7 g | 11.8 g |
| Cheese Pizza | 10.7 g | 10.1 g |
| Cheese Pizza | 10.7 g | 10.1 g |
| Nutella Calzone | 127 g | 5.1 g |
| Nutella Calzone | 127 g | 5.1 g |
| Soda | 4.3 g | 1 g |
| Pellegrino Sparkling Water | 1.8 g | 0.3 g |
| Snapple Lemon Iced Tea | 2.5 g | 0.2 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently open
Hours
- Mo:
- 5:00 - 10:30 PM Tu: Closed We: 5:00 - 10:30 PM Th: 5:00 - 10:30 PM Fr: 5:00 - 10:30 PM Sa: 5:00 - 10:30 PM Su: 5:00 - 10:30 PM
What diners are saying
Diners consistently rave about the cozy, romantic atmosphere at Giuseppina’s, describing the warm wood finishes and dimmed lighting as reminiscent of a rustic Tuscan lodge. Guests celebrate the exceptional thin-crust pizzas, particularly highlighting the fresh basil pie and the mushroom with crumbled sweet sausage as standout choices. Reviewers also praise the family-friendly yet intimate vibe, noting the open kitchen with its wood-burning oven as a visual treat, though visitors should be prepared for a cash-only policy (with Venmo as a backup).
Menu
House Favorites
These are the shop recommendations for a great meal experience.
- Cheese Pizza - $29: Buffalo mozzarella cheese, homemade tomato sauce, finished with freshly grated reggiano pecorino cheese. Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Everything Pizza - $41: Homemade tomato sauce, fresh buffalo and low moisture mozzarella cheese, beef pepperoni, onions, olives, shallots, bell peppers, hot peppers, portobello mushrooms, fresh garlic and basil.
- Giuseppina's Special Pizza - $52: Our "Everything" pizza with sweet or hot sausage, artichoke hearts and a dessert calzone on request.
- Calzone - $17: Pizza dough stuffed with fresh ricotta, mozzarella and fresh grated Reggiano Pecorino cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella Calzone - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Pizza
- Cheese Pizza - $29: Buffalo mozzarella cheese, homemade tomato sauce, finished with freshly grated reggiano pecorino cheese. Classic cheese or create your own pizza. Dietary tags: Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
Specialty Pizza
- White Pizza - $26: No sauce, fresh ricotta cheese, fresh buffalo and low moisture mozzarella cheese, finished with reggiano pecorino cheese. Dietary tags: Zone, Volumetrics
- Veggie Pizza - $38: Homemade sauce, fresh buffalo and low moisture mozzarella cheese, kalamata olives, onions, shallots, portobello mushrooms, bell peppers and hot peppers. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, TLC
- Everything Pizza - $41: Homemade tomato sauce, fresh buffalo and low moisture mozzarella cheese, beef pepperoni, onions, olives, shallots, bell peppers, hot peppers, portobello mushrooms, fresh garlic and basil.
- Giuseppina's Special Pizza - $52: Our "Everything" pizza with sweet or hot sausage, artichoke hearts and a dessert calzone on request.
Calzones
- Calzone - $17: Pizza dough stuffed with fresh ricotta, mozzarella and fresh grated Reggiano Pecorino cheese. Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
- Nutella Calzone - $8 Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
Extras
- Homemade Sauce - $12 Dietary tags: Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free, Soy Free
Beverages
- Soda - $2
- Snapple Lemon Iced Tea - $2.5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Manhattan Special - $2.5 Dietary tags: Lectin-Free
- Pellegrino Sparkling Water - $5 Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Giuseppina’s
- Is this restaurant currently open and operational?
- The provided data does not list specific hours, but the restaurant maintains an active website at https://www.giuseppinasbrickovenpizza.com.
- What should first-time visitors know about this restaurant?
- Visitors should expect a cozy, romantic atmosphere with a 4.5/5 rating, featuring thin-crust pizzas prepared in an open wood-burning oven.
- What percentage of this menu works for vegan, keto, gluten-free, or low-carb diets?
- Giuseppina’s offers vegan, keto, gluten-free, and low-carb options, though specific dishes for these diets are not listed in the menu highlights.
- Is this restaurant good value for money?
- Giuseppina’s offers good value with a moderate price level ($$) and a 4.5/5 rating, as diners consistently rave about exceptional pizzas.
- How does this restaurant compare to others in the same cuisine type?
- Rated 4.5/5, this moderate Italian restaurant stands out for its romantic atmosphere and exceptional thin-crust pizzas like the fresh basil pie.
- Is this a good spot for a date or special occasion?
- Diners recommend this 4.5/5 rated restaurant for dates, highlighting its cozy, romantic atmosphere, dimmed lighting, and intimate rustic vibe.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- Giuseppina’s offers 21 dietary options including vegan, gluten-free, and keto, with family-friendly seating suitable for groups with mixed needs.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Diners rave about the cozy, romantic atmosphere with warm wood finishes, dimmed lighting, and an intimate vibe featuring an open kitchen.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Giuseppina’s specializes in Italian cuisine, featuring hand-rolled pastas, calzones, and various pizzas including the fresh basil and mushroom sausage pies.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Rated 4.5/5, customers love the cozy, romantic atmosphere and exceptional thin-crust pizzas, specifically the fresh basil and mushroom sausage pies.
- Is Giuseppina’s dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Giuseppina’s has 1 dairy-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including Homemade Sauce.
- What can I eat at Giuseppina’s on a dairy-free diet?
- Homemade Sauce carry the dairy-free tag, out of 1 tagged dish on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Giuseppina’s have vegan options?
- Yes. 2 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including Pellegrino Sparkling Water and Snapple Lemon Iced Tea.
- Is Giuseppina’s gluten-free?
- 1 dish is tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Giuseppina’s?
- Everything Pizza, at roughly 41.6g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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