My mom was in town and we wanted some nice Italian. We dropped in on this place after being turned away by many restaurants in DT Durham because we didn't have a reservation and it was a Saturday night, so, I get it. This place has one spot open for us and thank goodness because it was fantastic. I think the most exceptional thing about our dinner was the service. Our waiter was such a delight, as was the rest of the staff. Very knowledgeable and just the right amount of friendly. The food was delicious! We got a steak and pasta dish that I added shrimp to. The steak was cooked exactly as requested and was incredibly tender. My pasta was perfectly al dente and the sauteed shrimp fit in perfectly with the flavors. Our desserts at the end of the night did not disappoint either. Each dessert had it's own unique flare that someone could enjoy and nothing was overly sweet. It really complimented the freshness of the dinner. I absolutely recommend coming here, but if you're planning a weekend dinner, grab a reservation! read more

Osteria Georgi - Pasta with added shrimp - Italian Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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The restaurant is light filled and airy. Pasta dishes and entrees were all very good. Wait staff was attentive. read more

This was actually my second choice for dinner my first pick was fully booked but honestly, this place completely exceeded my expectations! The inside is absolutely gorgeous I loved the huge mushroom / flower lights, and we scored the cutest little table with the most perfect natural light The food was incredible. We started with the rice balls for an appetizer (9/10 highly recommend), I had the rigatoni (8/10), and my boyfriend went with the New York steak, which he rated an 8.5/10. Everything was delicious. As for the service, I thought our waiter could've been a bit more attentive and personable, though my boyfriend thought he was perfect so that might just be me! Either way, it didn't take away from the overall experience at all. If you're in the area, definitely give this place a try. You won't be disappointed! read more

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This place was awful. We were a group of 6 so we ordered quite a few dishes including appetizers and shared salads. All of the pastas were pretty bad. But the most awful was the clam linguine. 2 people in our group ordered that and it was terrible! First of all we got no clams. They gave us shrimp and mussels instead! One person doesn't eat mussels so they had to get her a new dish which took more time. The other person didn't even get an apology! And it wasn't even linguine! It was mushy angel hair. We asked them how the menu and the dish was so wrong and our poor waiter said it just has been that way and another customer asked the same question. Unbelievable. It was overpriced and just bad. I did not know you could screw up pasta this badly. read more

I enjoyed lunch with my mom here yesterday. We had to park a little ways away but I don't mind a walk when I'm about to consume carbs! Our server Daniel was very helpful in describing the dishes as my mom always liked to ask what the server recommends. We ordered the focaccia bread, pesce piccata (salmon), and penne alla vodka. Both pasta dishes were outstanding! The salmon on my piccata was cooked perfectly, it was honestly the best piece of salmon I've had in ages. The pasta also tasted like it was freshly made and the lemon butter sauce added the perfect citrus burst to lighten the dish. The penne was also delicious and full of flavor. The honey butter that accompanied the focaccia was divine! The service was fantastic even though the place was busy. I'm definitely planning to return and try more dishes. read more

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We love the bar. It's quaint and beautiful and the bartender knows what he's doing. I love all of his places but I enjoy the burrata plate here. Delicious. read more

This was a wonderful spot! We came in on a Friday night around 6:30 and had a reservation but probably could have gotten in without one. The atmosphere was super cute with tall ceilings, bright artwork and lots of natural light. The whole night, our server was really attentive and kind. My favorite things we ordered were the arancini, the focaccia and ricotta and the gnocchi but everything was delicious. We loved the little personalized touches such as writing the entree name and date on the to go box and bringing a complimentary anniversary dessert. We'll surely be back! read more

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Best food in chapel hill. Great food, service, and atmosphere. For appetizers, they had some of the best meatballs and focaccia I have ever had. read more

Best Italian food I've had since I visited Italy (it's been 2 years so that's saying something). The standouts were the fish/butter pasta (not sure of the name) and the agnolotti. Service was solid and it's a cool atmosphere. Amazing food. read more

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This place blew my mind! The service was top tier while the ambiance stayed mellow. I didn't feel the need to shout over the music or others talking. It was a very classy experience and I am excited to try this place again! Please try the mussels and oysters! Soooo good 10/10! And I love our server Jenna! She was a breath of fresh air. read more

Osteria Georgi - Italian Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

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My husband and I happened on this hidden gem when we planned a last minute date night to see Hail Mary at the Silver Spot, and looked for dining options in the area. We were pleasantly surprised by the charming and well-appointed plant-filled space, with cozy emerald velvet chairs and ambient lighting. Gina is one of the best serving professionals we have met in the triangle- attentive and warm, with excellent suggestions for food and wine. We started with raw oysters, which were fresh and delicious, then the burrata salad- an unusual plating, including a mix of vegetables, that was lick the plate fantastic. For our mains we both had pasta- he had the rigatoni and I had the ravioli. Both were excellent. We finished with a rhubarb dessert with a flaky pastry- scrumptious! An all around wonderful experience. We'll definitely be back. read more

Lovely dinner for four here last night. The food was excellent (we had two kinds of pasta, two different salads, meatballs, drinks, foccacia). Our server, Gina, was absolutely fantastic: attentive but never intrusive, warm, with great suggestions for menu selections. She was a wonderful enhancement to our experience there. We will be back! read more

The mussels in a light tomato broth were delicious. It was served with a slice of hearty rustic bread. The tiramisu and the chocolate gelato were good too. Our waitress was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu . It was on the pricey side though, especially as we ordered cocktails too. read more

Italian food is generally not my favorite, but this meal was literally one of the best my husband and I have ever had! Everything was super fresh and just melted in our mouths. It was absolutely delicious! The restaurant is super cute inside. The workers were friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back! read more

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Visited for the first time with a rehearsal dinner party, so I can't say that our menu options were the same as what is on the standard menu, but I can say that everything we tried was delicious! From the bread to the appetizers to the entrees to the desserts, I don't think there was a single thing that I wasn't excited to try. The penne alla vodka was perhaps the best I've ever had, and I've tried A LOT. Service was awesome, especially given that the restaurant was completely full on a Friday night. Probably partially due to our party, the restaurant was quite lively and not at all snooty, really making this a cute spot for some good food. read more

Beautiful place with indoor and outdoor seating. We went in the evening and did not have a reservation but were seated inside promptly. It was a very busy evening, but our waiter Noor was exceptional. The food is delicious and it was our first time here. For appetizers we started with the mussels and focaccia bread. You will want to ask for more bread to dip into the mussels broth afterwards. We asked for the chopped salad, which was incredibly delicious and I'm not much of a salad person, but this one was really good. I loved the farro in it, and it gave it a different texture and consistency. For entrees we ordered the brodetto and the flounder alla picatta. Also, the lasagna. I love that the pasta is homemade and the ingredients are fresh. Flavor is delicious. For dessert we did the flourless chocolate cake and the sorbet ice cream. Yes, we had a feast! We wanted to try a few different plates and none disappointed. The price of the food is on the higher end but worth every penny. Definitely worth checking out. There were a lot of birthdays and celebrations on this evening. It is probably safe to make a reservation ahead of time, but worth checking out even if you don't have one. read more

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I liked this the first 2-3 times. Now I find the menu too limited. Pasta heavy and few meat entrees. My spouse had the fish soup today and said it was salty and not that good. My lamb shank was ok. I had to order a side to have a vegetable. For these prices it should be on the side. If I want a bistro environment, I'll go to Rue Cler in Durham. I don't think I'll be back. read more

Superb food, excellent service!! An amazing organoleptic experience. Friendly atmosphere. read more

We like Osteria Georgi in Chapel Hill. Simply put, this is one of our favorite Italian restaurants in the Triangle, perhaps *the* favorite. We like it more than Cucciolo Osteria in Durham, but both are good. My wife has been here several times with her coworkers for dinner. The repeat visits should be telling enough. I visited with my wife for a Saturday dinner and we had a great experience. This is a perfect date spot, and it works well with groups too. The food, drink, and service were good to great. This place is popular. It was busy the night of our visit. Reservations are recommended. Book your reservation using OpenTable and earn dining points which can be used to redeem restaurant discounts, Amazon gift cards, hotel stays, and magazine subscriptions. Osteria Georgi opened on April 30, 2021. It's part of the successful Giorgios restaurant group. That group includes some of our favorite restaurants in Chapel Hill -- Bin 54 Steak & Cellar and Kipos Greek Taverna. Osteria Georgi is located in the apartment building next to Whole Foods. Free parking is available on the street, in the adjacent lots, and in the attached deck. This is a modern Italian restaurant. It's beautifully and stylishly decorated. High ceilings, lots of natural light, plants, and artwork, and chic (and comfortable) soft velvet chairs. They serve both lunch and dinner. At night, the tables are candle-lit. Nice ambiance. The restaurant is fairly spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating. Outside, the patio wraps around with umbrella-covered tables. During our visit, the menus offered a good variety of food and Italian/Italian-inspired drinks. The wine list was deep. Below is a list of what we got, which will also give you an idea of what the prices were like. Cocktails * Spritz Lampone Vacanza ($14) - raspberry, myrtle berry, Chinato, aromatics, rose prosecco * Negroni Bianco ($16) - quinquina, Conniption Navy (gin), Contratto Bianco (vermouth), bitters, wine reduction Antipasti - Appetizer * Ostriche del Giorno (6 for $18) x2 - raw oysters on the half shell; local selection, daily mignonette Insalata - Salad * Burrata ($19) - seasonal caprese Primi - Pasta * Bucatini ($24) - modified from the original version; see my description below Special - Not on Menu * Pork Osso Bucco ($40) Dolce - Dessert * Chocolate Budino ($10) - caramel, candied walnuts, olive oil * Fruit Crostata ($10) - vanilla gelato, aged balsamic Dessert Cocktail * Latte Vivace ($13) - vodka, Cappelletti Aperitivo (Italian red bitter), coffee, cream In general, all of the food and drink were delicious. We didn't have a single bad item. My favorites were the Ostriche del Giorno, Bucatini, Pork Osso Bucco, and Fruit Crostata. They were all outstanding. My wife agrees with my picks except for the Fruit Crostata. She'd replace it with the Burrata. I thought the Burrata was excellent too. Really, you can't go wrong with anything here. There were a lot of changes to the menus we were given, so many that it might have been worth it to print new ones. I'm sure the servers had a lot of fun explaining all of the changes to every table. One example is the Bucatini we got. Bucatini all'Amatriciana was printed on the menu. However, our version had no tomato, Calabrian chile, or basil. Instead, it was like a hybrid of carbonara and cacio e pepe. It still had pancetta. I don't know what Georgi's original all'Amatriciana version tastes like, but this olive-oil alternative was fantastic. The Pork Osso Bucco was phenomenal. It was one of the best I've had. Most of the ossobucos I've eaten up to this point have been made with veal, not pork. This version was super tender and fall-off-the-bone. The portion size was filling and overall, the dish was quite succulent, from the pork and polenta to the tomatoes and wild mushrooms. Superb. The oysters (Ostriche del Giorno) were fresh with medium brine. We were told they would be brinier, but it was fine. The oysters came from Morehead City, NC. They were some of the best oysters I've had in Chapel Hill-Durham. My only gripe is that there were too many shell bits in the batch. I think it was a shucking issue. The Burrata was above average. Fresh, creamy, and satisfying. Along with that, I think what set Georgi's Burrata apart was the accompanying caprese made with a vodka sauce, grilled squash, and local cherry tomatoes with balsamic drizzled on top. Yum. The drinks and desserts were tasty. The Spritz Lampone Vacanza was very refreshing. The Negroni Bianco was nice and strong. They offered three kinds of negroni. The Chocolate Budino was rich and had an intense dark chocolate flavor. The Fruit Crostata was made with apple, not peach as we were told, but still tasted wonderful. It paired well with the gelato. Service was terrific. Our server Mo was thorough and we could tell he was experienced. Props to all of the other friendly and attentive staff as well. From my perspective, this appeared to be a well-run ship. read more

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The location is great, plenty of parking all around, the restaurant is beautiful, and the servers are so kind and helpful. The food and wine are amazing. We like to eat here often since Kipos has been closed for a few months, and it's become a place we'll add to our regular rotation in addition to Kipos. Highly recommend! read more

Very pleasantly surprised by this lovely Italian restaurant Food very very good. We had the arancini appetizer, raw oysters, and the focaccia. The bread was a tad dry but the honey butter was delicious. Oysters were really large and very fresh: excellent. Arancini also fantastic. For dinner our table ordered the beet salad (great!), gnocchi with duck (my son said so-so), the agnolotti pasta with scallops (great!), lasagna (very flavorful) and the bone-in pork- cooked PERFECTLY (juicy and not dry at all). This group has several restaurants in the area, including one of our absolute faves, Kipos. Hoping they can open back up soon. Overall I thoroughly enjoyed dinner at Osteria Georgi. The ambiance was nice, service was great, I loved the decor, and a huge plus: the music was not loud at all so we enjoyed our conversation without feel like we had to yell (which I have found is a huge flaw in many local restaurants). We will definitely go back! read more

Love it. One of my favorite places. Gourmet Italian cuisine and incredible wine and spirits list. Great for lunch and dinner.

This is a nice upscale dining experience with an elevated Italian menu. Our server, Brittney, was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and the presentation beautiful. The place had great ambience. read more

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We came in from out of town to visit a friend and they mentioned they had been wanting to try this restaurant and we definitely were not disappointed! The restaurant is a modest size with a pretty modern environment that was enjoyable. Right off the bat our server was friendly and quickly made sure to make sure we had all our questions answered. He was attentive and took great care of us! The wine list was plentiful and had a wide variety of options by the bottle or the glass. Additionally, they had a great list of cocktails that give an Italian twist on some classics. For appetizers we had the focaccia and the meatballs and both were fantastic. The meatball was moist and we'll seasoned and the focaccia had a wonderful whipped ricotta it was paired with. For dinner I had the lasagna and it was absolutely delicious. Well balanced amount of cheese and sauce and everything was flavorful. I would definitely go back! read more

Osteria Georgi - Lasagna Alla Bolognese - Italian Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Stand out food from a wonderful Italian restaurant. The chef & owner Dan came by and was incredibly gracious. Strong Italian wine list and some wonderful holiday Italian special dishes - highly recommend. read more

Our food was cold & soggy. Not especially enjoyable & high priced. The ingredients were over done.

Osteria Georgi is a favorite among several of my groups of friends. We scheduled a date night and sat outside on a Saturday evening. The indoor area was bumping, but there was plenty of room outdoors for our party of 6. The table was not yet prepared for us (we had made reservations a week in advance), but no problem because the hostess fixed it up real quick. The appetizers were lovely, well-presented, tasty, and... well... expensive. Our server pushed the burrata (most expensive antipasto for $19, then pushed the prosciutto for another $9). They were a hit though, so no problem. We all ordered cocktails, which were about $15-16 each. They tasted great, but the large ice cube did a lot of the work with making them seem like a good purchase. Nobody ordered a second drink. The entrees, to me, was where things were above par but not spectacular for the price. The portion sizes were large, which helped, but the food itself wasn't outstanding. I ordered the pesce alla puttanesca ($36) that featured a healthy serving of two swordfish steaks, but I found that I could only eat one steak before I was just kind of done with it. I can't remember the last time I didn't finish my entree at a restaurant. The server brought out a dessert menu, but nobody ordered anything else. Our server was great, attentive but not overbearing. He was always quick to upsell, but it didn't come across pushy. Overall, I can see why OG has the reputation it does in Chapel Hill, although I feel like the prices were enough to keep me from returning anytime soon. I will say it felt cool to be where all the hip, older-skewing, old money Chapel Hillians were hanging out on a Saturday evening. And we all had a wonderful evening there, so maybe the prices were worth it? read more

Osteria Georgi - Negroni bianco - Italian Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Ok I didn't really know what to expect coming here for the first time. Georgio's restaurants are typically good but this was really fantastic. Came for lunch and was absolutely delighted. Firstly the interior is quite well done, love the lighting. It wasn't crowded so I don't know how it would hold up to noise level. The outside patio was also quite nice. The service was quick and our server was exceptionally nice. The food was really above my expectations. I got a salad with shrimp. Talk about perfectly cooked shrimp. Not tough, not under seasoned delightful delicate sauce. Perfection . I also got the polenta with the fish of the day. The polenta was soft and creamy. The tartness and acidity of the tomatoes paired perfectly with the rich polenta. The fish was cooked well, not dry. Will definitely return read more

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Mother and I had lunch at Osteria Georgi and agreed it was one of the best meals we've had in a long while. Flavors were fresh and bright, well-balanced, and the dishes presented beautifully. Service was impeccable. We cast an eye on the wine cabinets, and their wines from Italy reveal expert selections. It's on the expensive side, but well worth it for a special lunch out. They have outdoor seating and a spacious interior. Looking forward to returning! read more

Very very good. Everything was excellent. Waitress was helpful and nice. Food came back. Ambiance was cozy and fancy. read more

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Not that many good and comfortable lunch options, I would definitely put Osteria Georgi on that list. I had a business meeting so looking for something nice but where I could also have a healthy meal. Osteria Georgi fit both criteria. Service was very professional and restaurant was classy and quiet (possibly too quiet, worry about the viability of their offering lunch). I had the green salad and added chicken. The chicken was sautéed and surprisingly tasty. Seeds in the salad made it much more interesting than your typical green salad. Overall a great lunch option. read more

Osteria Georgi - Green salad with chicken - Italian Near Me - Chapel Hill, North Carolina

What can I say.... This place is exceptional! The atmosphere and decor is welcoming and elegant. Service was Amazing. We went for our Valentines Day Lunch. Easily made reservations on their website. Staff was friendly and helpful. What can I say other than the food was to die for. Come check them out immediately. We will be going back to try the dinner menu very soon! read more

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Food is delicious, went during dinner. The bar seating isn't great so def book ahead to get a reservation!

We made a reservation for 6pm on a Thursday evening, it was very quiet in there for the first hour and then became very busy! I was glad we arrived when it was quiet, it allowed us plenty of time to ask the waiter some questions. We were not familiar with many of the items on the menu, so we were also looking up certain words. :) The waiter was very attentive to start, but you could tell it became harder for them to check-in once it became busy. The food and drinks were great! I had the Sgroppino Cappelletti spritz drink, which came with a spoon so I could also eat the sorbetto in it. We ordered the pane (bread) to start, which we enjoyed. For my entree, I had the mushroom risotto which was delicious. The chocolate cake and tiramisu were also very good. During our visit one of the restrooms was out of order, so there was only 1 restroom available. Hopefully, they can get that fixed really soon, there was quite a long wait to use the bathroom. read more

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Osteria Georgi was recommended to me by multiple people as "the best in Chapel Hill" when I first moved to the area, so I was excited to finally try it with my friends. We enjoyed the appetizers, including roasted Brussel sprouts were honey glazed (very sweet, which surprised & pleased us), the breadboard coming with a white bean spread, and the bruschetta accompanied by chopped chili to add a bit of spice. We all got pasta dishes; the pasta all tasted homemade, and food ingredients (e.g., calms, fish) were fresh. This was not a place to try crazy-flavored & creative pasta dishes, but it offers simple yet authentic taste. Our favorite thing about the place was the artsy and classic ambiance. Decorated by various plants and paintings, even though it was so packed at 6 pm when we arrived, the space did not feel loud or overwhelming. All the servers were efficient and personable. My friends and I have decided we would come back even just for the lovely servers ;) read more

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5/10 there are much better places. Eh food was just super rich cream sauce. Service was just this side of bad. Waiter knew the menu but your guess is as good as mine how to get him to share this with diners. We sat for almost 15 mins upon seating. Overall, eminently forgettable, skip it for far better experiences in every stage/aspect of the meal. Bluebird, Tessora, Bombolo, just a few of the places that run circles around this generously mediocre meal. Oh and drink orders were consistently wrong. read more

Very relaxing place to eat wonderful Italian dishes. The service was fantastic, our waiter made the experience very enjoyable! Not cheap but in line with surrounding area dining. read more

We always loved going here until last visit when we were celebrating my husband's bday. Our appetizer came before our drinks. No napkins or cutlery given to us until we asked! I asked for ice and lemon for water which was on the warmer side. Took 30 mins and repeated asks. No special treat for bday either. Very disappointing. read more

I'm particular about my Italian food. Was surprisingly impressed by the fare here. Walked in on a Friday night without a reservation and seated right away. Started off with a cherry crush, a NA spicy/herby drink, like a sweet bitters. Moved onto the apps, tried the meatballs which were a meal in themselves, and the chopped salad, a crunchy mix of raddichio and farro. The flounder Piccata was perfect, and I don't say that often. A beautiful filet served over a thin tagliatelle, in a light creamy lemony piccata sauce. Portions are just right, and the servers are on point. The only blemish was lack of a sole vegetarian entree. That said, If you're looking for a casual but relaxed meal with some outstanding choices, Osteria Georgi will not disappoint. read more

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Osteria Georgi is yet another strong restaurant from the O.G. of Chapel Hill restauranteurs, Giorgios Bakatsias. The atmosphere and friendly servers make it feel like a casual, welcoming cafe but the double-height ceilings, choose-your-own-citrus adventure with the water (delightful!), and stellar food elevate the experience. We sampled several apps with the Barbietola (beet salad) being the resounding favorite. The Sformato was interesting and would have been fine without any bread. The Focaccia was just OK - I thought it was too dense. Everyone loved our entrees. I particularly liked the amount of red sauce with the Lasagna, which was presented in a pretty roll. The Brodetto and Linguine both featured lots of fresh seafood that was greatly enjoyed. read more

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