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    Giordano's

    3.5 (413 reviews)
    ModeratePizza, Salad, Italian
    Open 10:30 am - 11:00 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Exterior July 2025.  We found street parking a few blocks down for free!
    Brett B.

    Giordanos never disappoints! I was driving from Indiana to Wisconsin, and what better place to stop than the best pizza restaurant on the planet! It was late (around 8pm) but still plenty of table being served but they were limited on staff. We were greeted in about 5 minutes, and the deep dish pizza took about 35 which is normal. As always it taste amazing, and the motzerella triangles are a nice appetizer to share among friends while leaving room for the main course. The staff were all friendly, and we did need some help from someone else as our waiter was very busy but everything was great and we definitely would come back. The only downside of going to Giordanos is choosing between the pizza and the Italian beef.

    Nolan F.

    Service was absolutely horrible. I called ahead to make a reservation and reschedule pizza at a specific time. I was told we can just walk in. So we did. The place was busy and we weren't seated for at least 20 min while other groups were seated before us and I had told them we preordered pizza. We sit down and no one comes to our table for a while until I motion to the manager. There appears to be one waitress for the whole restaurant. We get our food and it's definitely been made as preordered but since it took such a long time to get seated and serviced at our table, it's obviously not fresh anymore and has been sitting out. At the end of all this, no compensation on our check.

    Katya U.

    Deep dish pizza- delicious. Nice selection of pizzas and other food. Bottomless drinks. Great cheese bread. Full tummies, happy family. Fantastic service. Comfy atmosphere.

    Delish
    Theresa B.

    We ordered pizzas to go late evening on a Saturday Labor Day weekend. Our cousins insisted we have to try this pizza as we were visiting from California. Pizza was ready in time and hot. We ate it when we got back to hotel room. This was the best pizza I've ever had. We ordered a small which was plenty even took leftovers home and was delicious reheated as well.

    A BBQ chicken/meatballs/mushrooms/tomato Chicago-style pizza
    Albert B.

    Do you want to try a super delicious Chicago-style pizza? Then Giordano's restaurant is the place for that! A big plus is that it has multiple locations around Chicago, and many of them are open until late. I visited a few locations, and I can declare that every single restaurant was always ideally clean, nicely decorated, and, of course, very busy! The atmosphere at this restaurant chain is always fun! Note that during weekends and busy weekdays, it's better to make a reservation if you want to eat inside. The bar area is often very busy too; it may be hard to get a seat there, especially if there are a few of you. Another option if you don't want to wait in a long line for a table is to use the official website and place your order online. By the way, cooking a Chicago-style pizza usually takes about 30 minutes, so make sure to place your online order in advance before coming to the restaurant. Another big plus is that there are multiple size options for the pizza. I believe that an Individual size is more than enough for one person. Don't be tricked by the Small size, as it is for 2-3 people (they put this information on the website menu when you place your order). The Chicago-style pizza is SUPER filling! Even when I order an individual size, I cannot finish it all at once; I always leave one piece for the next day. By the way, you can build your own pizza if you don't see the one you want on the menu. I personally like to make a BBQ chicken/pepperoni/mushrooms/tomato pizza, but from time to time, I play with the ingredients depending on my mood. The restaurant menu has a lot of options for food. It's not only about Chicago-style pizza, but I come to this place specifically for that. The prices on the menu are mostly reasonable, though a few items are overpriced, including the Chicago-style pizza, which is not that cheap. By the way, here's a little trick: if there are two of you and your tastes are pretty much the same, order and share one Small Chicago-style pizza. It will be a bit more food and cheaper than ordering two Individual pizzas. This specific restaurant I am reviewing was the last one I recently visited. Its location is not very convenient, to be honest. The area around it is still developing and building up. But the restaurant is big, remodeled, everything there was in very good condition and ideally clean. Every single restaurant worker was sweet and friendly to me. And a plus is that it may not be as busy as the restaurants in Downtown Chicago, so you can always get a table there or seats at the bar. I absolutely recommend Giordano's if you're looking for Chicago-style pizza! Trust me, you will not regret it!

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    Natalie R.

    long wait times even on a slower evening Came here on a Monday night to finally have chicagos well known deep dish! Heard this was a good chain to try out! Right off the bat parking is $10 for those who are eating here which I'm kind of surprised by, but whatever. I was immediately sat and while I'm by myself it took 15 minutes for my waiter to check on me for the first time which seemed weird as it wasn't very busy. Majority of tables were already eating and not waiting. I was told then that deep dish would take 45 minutes to cook and thin crust 35 minutes to bake once I placed my order. So in total I waited an hour before I could eat. It took another 10 minutes after being seen to get my cocktail, which again, not a busy night so shocked it took so long. I've been to packed bars with faster service! The pizza was good though, nicely cooked and a good amount of toppings piled on. The crust though isn't anything to rave about. I actually didn't eat the left over crust so there was a pile of it left on my plate - kind of like a worse version of pie crust? Like I said, nothing too great. I was only able to eat 3 slices before I was stuffed and the waiter kindly packaged it all up for me to take back. Overall not horrible pizza, but after talking to a few locals they say they don't really prefer this as there are many other better deep dish places. Glad to have tried this to experience it and move onto the next pizza place!

    Lizeth S.

    Aww man, first time trying deep dish pizza and I feel like I'm ruined for any other place, it's that good. Be patient! Perfection takes time in the oven. This place is pretty cool, good drinks, good service and clean restrooms. What else can you ask for. They have a large back dining room last the restrooms where it looks like they hold catering parties. I highly recommend their Meat and More Meat Deep dish. It really is delicious. Lots of cheese, meats and the perfect amount of sauce. Crust is not mushy but nice and crisp and holds together perfectly.

    Cheese sticks
    Timothy L.

    First local experience with Chicago deep dish pizza and it did not disappoint. My friend who is currently studying at UIC took me here and we came in very hungry. We ordered the deep dish with sausage, pepperoni, and mushrooms and it was so good. We also ordered the cheese sticks as we waited for the main course. Overall a really good experience with the one thing I needed to try while visiting the Windy City!

    The classic Chicago pie, pepperoni, onions and we said no to mushrooms, flavor overall 10/10
    Ry R.

    The pizza is five stars just prepared to wait 45 minutes to get one. The service is good. They come with the refills very regularly. The place is clean and the staff seats you relatively quickly. The place could use a little soul, and it really has no personality as far as decor and ambience. The pizza is the star of the show, lots of cheese, very rich flavored sauce, and the crust is superb. It's literally pie crust on a pizza it tastes so delicious. The cheese pull is legendary; I wish I would've got a picture of it. It's a cheese lovers paradise. Next time I would probably take one to go. It tasted great the next day when I put it in the microwave. Great pie, but they gotta pick up the pace when it comes to the service.

    Giordano's dining room
    Gift C.

    Service was good and fast. Appetizers came out pretty quickly. Ordered the wings, garlic parm fries, and salads which were all pretty good. Pizza takes about 40 minutes but they let you know that on the menu. The personal pizzas are really small, like smaller than the appetizer plates. We did "build your own" and my pizza ended up kind of soupy. Since this was my first experience with deep dish, I don't have anything to compare it to so that may be normal. Flavor was good. Only downsides were that the long islands we ordered were on the weaker side and they didn't have ketchup bottles, only small packets so that was a bit weird but overall a good experience.

    Hamburger & Black Olives
    Joneice B.

    I had Friends in town from Nebraska and they wanted to try deep dish pizza. We decided to go to this restaurant as it was close to downtown but not one of those tourist traps. We we were able to get seated right away and I and had a good view of the Sear's tower. This location has parking however it's $5 for up to 2 hours which isn't a bad deal at all. All. Also there is an attendant outhere's an attendant outside felt good for safety. On to the food of course we had to get classic deep dish pizza. But they also wanted to try another pizza because they weren't sure if they were going to like the deep dish. Since deep dish takes 45 minutes to make we opted for drinks beforehand. I got a Cosmo, which was a big mistake. It did not have the color that a normal Cosmo would have and it was not cold at all. I did have to return it. I ended up grabbing a glass of Malbec and that was really delicious. As far as my friends they were satisfied with the bloody Mary and the Margarita. Our food came out and of course the deep dish was really delicious the thin crust was also good but I feel like they didn't bring that out as soon as it was ready so it was lukewarm which was a little disappointing. We had plenty of leftovers and they were gracious to provide pizza boxes to take home. I would say all in all was a good experience. Our server seemed to be a little inexperienced but she was friendly. She was forgetful. We did have to reminder a couple of times for our necessities such as plates and water but she did bring it. In the end the Nebraska ladies prefer the deep dish to the thin cross and even was considering ordering the frozen to take home.

    Chicken sausage and spinach
    Shontina W.

    Service was really really good here cool calm quiet location. In house was very clean, pops were a bit watered down, bathrooms were very very clean and I love the set up, old school tall doors lol I loved it and the food honey is simply AMAZING!

    Fabian G.

    It's $10 to park if you'd like to park in the small parking lot. The man had us squeeze our suv into a small spot. The way vehicles are parked in the parking lot I'm sure some get scrapped. Went on a Monday around 1pm and it wasn't busy at all, only 2 other parties there. The server checked on us plenty of times though she talked really low so half the time I wasn't sure what she said. The salad and the pizza I ate were very good.

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    10 years ago

    Yes the pizza takes a minute but they let you know and why rush! The deep dish was great and the beer was cold-can't ask for much more!

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    9 years ago

    Best pizza pie around. Very good customer service and great workers very nice people.

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    11 years ago

    As a native Chicagoan, Giordano's has long been my favorite deep-dish place. It is Chicago deep dish done right & it's delicious every time!

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    BEST DEEP DISH EVER. HANDS DOWN. THIS IS THE REAL DEAL. Heavy, cheesy, toppings pilled on awesome crust. It's amazing. worth everything.

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    Ema - Salmon bab.

    Ema

    4.3(2k reviews)
    1.3 miNear North Side
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    I LOVED my meal here! Ēma (Ay-mah) brings some glamour and glitz to the Mediterranean dining scene,…read morewith an airy, elevated hotel-lobby feel that still doesn't demand a dress code. Dresscode: Smart Casual / Casual Noise Level: Medium (it gets buzzy after 5:30pm) Thursday night Happy Hour was lively, so it took about 10-15 minutes for someone to come around, but service was attentive once we got going. The food is where Ēma really shines. From the Happy Hour menu, the Charred Eggplant Hummus and Crispy Potatoes were generously portioned and great for sharing. On the main menu, the Indian-Mediterranean fusion Bhel Hummus was a party for my taste buds, while the Hot Honey Halloumi and Chicken Kefta rounded out the table nicely. The halloumi is more of a side than a main, but that sweet-and-salty hot honey combo was chef's kiss. For our finisher, the Chocolate Torte knocked us out. Decadent, delicious and chocolate with lots of depth. Overall, Ēma is an excellent spot to order a bunch of dishes for the table and get an elevated meal without feeling stuffy, and delicious without taking itself too seriously. DO's: - Make a reservation ahead, especially for happy hour 4-6pm - Treat apps like small plates, order 2-3 to sample - Entertain their wine list, they have a lot! - Bring vegetarians here, there are plenty of options DON'Ts: - Dismiss the desert menu. It's fantastic and shareable! - Forget to ask for extra pita with the hummus! - Miss out on the LettuceEats loyalty points (check-in with your server before paying your check)

    Came for a late lunch. Split a meal: *Whipped spicy feta -…read moreVery tasty. The pita was warm with lots of za'atar. Enough to share with 2-3 people *Braised short rib sandwich - In a pita stuffed with cabbage. The beef was extremely tender. Unfortunately there was several large pieces of cabbage core vs shredded. The fries were crispy and seasoned with za'atar. The au jus provided, tasted it had a bit of red wine vinegar. That was a winner! Would order both items again. The decor is beautiful. Sat at the bar and the bartender wasn't in the best mood. Minus one star for the combination of the large pieces of cabbage core and sat at the bar for about 15 minutes - no one was there to serve us.

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    Doc B's Restaurant + Bar - Cinnamon Toast Crunch Cheesecake

    Doc B's Restaurant + Bar

    4.3(1.2k reviews)
    1.5 miNear North Side
    $$

    Roger was so great to us and so accommodating, we appreciated it so much! We do wish there was some…read morecoke zero, but other than that the vibe was good, it wasn't too busy or overwhelming, and the fries were delicious! I'm pretty sure the other location has coke zero, so it would be great if they could get some here as well. All in all, great!

    Great experience all around! We arrived for lunch on a…read moreSaturday around 12:15p and didn't think to make reservations in advance. It was packed! Luckily the window high top bar-seats were available. Not great for catching up in conversation over a meal, but it was better than the a fast food place nearby. The food was great! We had the guacamole as an appetizer - if you don't like cilantro - you will want to avoid it. It was an interesting appetizer, as it came with sweet potato chips. Both were good...not sure it pairs well. (I saved the guacamole for my burger) I had the wedge burger, primarily for the egg. It was great! The burger was perfectly cooked as was the sunny side up egg. I ordered it with a side of fries. Perfectly cooked fries. They give huge portions. I was able to share with my friends. I ordered a cranberry and tonic for a beverage. It was great, however, they served it in a "bar" glass, so it was not a lot of liquid. I had to order two. I prefer pint glasses for non-alcohol beverages. Tasted great, just needed more. Prices are reasonable for a city restaurant. Without tip for 4 adults, 4 entrees and 1 appetizer and soda-water beverages. It came to about $130. Parking...If you can walk or take a ride share. It's the city and parking options aren't great.

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    The Smith

    The Smith

    4.2(827 reviews)
    1.2 miRiver North, Near North Side
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    From the moment we walked in, everything was exceptional. The restaurant was extremely clean, the…read moreatmosphere was beautiful, and the service was top notch! We started with the Spicy Salmon Tartare, and it was absolutely delicious fresh, flavorful, and the perfect appetizer. For drinks, I had the Cucumber-Pineapple Mimosa and a Bloody Mary, and both were fantastic. The mimosa was refreshing and unique and the Bloody Mary was perfect and full of flavor. For my main meal I ordered the filet mignon Steak cooked medium rare with sunny side up eggs, home fries, and hollandaise sauce. The steak was cooked beautifully!! Very tender and melted in my mouth and so full of flavor. A huge shoutout to our server, Zach. He was truly amazing! He was attentive to every need and so friendly. He made sure we never had an empty drink. Our water and sparkling water were constantly refreshed, and our empty plates were cleared almost immediately. I also want to recognize Eric, the General Manager, and Kiffa, the manager, who both stopped by our table and introduced themselves to us throughout our meal to make sure everything was perfect. The restaurant was busy, but you never would have known it because of the level of hospitality. It really stood out and made us feel valued that we were there. Sorry for the long review.. But finally, compliments to the chef and culinary team. Whoever created this menu did an outstanding job and deserves recognition as well. Every dish and drink was thoughtfully prepared. We were a party of five, and everyone ordered something different, yet every single item was beautifully presented. The food, drinks, service, and hospitality were all outstanding. The Smith exceeded our expectations and we will absolutely be back. Highly recommend!

    I had one of the best salads in recent memory during a business lunch at The Smith…read more I went to The Smith for the first time with a small group of colleagues on a beautiful summer day. We were seated near the open windows in a pleasant and airy space. While I don't normally order salads, the sugar snap chicken salad caught my eye. It had a terrific balance of flavors: a base of arugula nicely dressed with a lemon vinaigrette and tossed with sliced snap peas and fennel, well-seasoned grilled chicken, farro, and pistachios. The ingredients were all very fresh and complemented each other well. Colleagues ordered the chicken sandwich and were very happy with it. Portions all around were generous. This is a place for a pretty hearty lunch rather than light bites. Service was friendly, though a little slow, and one of my colleagues had to remind them of her drink order. Prices were on the high side but not unusual for the neighborhood, and the high quality and size of my salad made me feel like the price point wasn't completely outrageous.

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    Crushed by Giants - Neon Werewolf Hazy

    Crushed by Giants

    4.4(297 reviews)
    1.6 miNear North Side
    $$

    Was craving a burger and a beer and with such a cool name, how could I not check this place out! I…read moresat at the bar around 5pm and it wasn't very busy. They played good music and wasn't too loud. You could easily carry on a conversation or , like me, continue listening to a podcast. By the time I finished, the place was completely full and a bit noisy, but not bad. I started out with a 10oz Birds of Prey Pilsner. It was very nice. Light and crisp and very easy to drink. I followed that up with Melodious Maibock and ordered the CBG burger with fries. I didn't have lunch so I dove right in and forgot to snap a photo. It was a very good smash burger. It was cooked well and I really liked the combination of pickled onion and caramelized onion. I didn't see it until later but you can add bacon. As much as I loved this burger, bacon would totally take it up a notch! I started chatting with the bartender about their different beers and decided to have the Super Melodious Jalapeño Maibock with the burger. It's soooo different, but in a good way. It paired so well with the burger. You get green bell pepper on the nose and a hint of it on the palate. When you swallow you get a little heat at the back of the throat. It was so good! Great bar. Great food. Great beer. Go check them out!

    Good, not great, beer…read more Good, not great, service. Awesome location! We only came for beer and sat at a table (bar was full). This place seems to be much better as a dinner spot. If you want to hang out at a brewery and drink amazing beer, I'd probably choose one of the other breweries in town.

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