Family, food, and love are the foundation upon which Joe and Cynthia Germanotta raised their daughters, Stefani and Natali. Built on those same principles, the Germanottas family-run restaurant is world-renowned for its vibrant hospitality, delicious Southern Italian fare, and warm familial atmosphere. Named in honor of Joe’s sister who died of lupus three months shy of her 20th birthday, Joanne Trattoria is more than a neighborhood restaurant; it is a Mecca for Lady Gaga fans, a frequent gathering place for celebrities and notable New Yorkers, and a home to its faithful regulars and devoted staff.