Gene & Georgetti Restaurant

Chicago, United States

3.7

Open now

20 reviews

Accepts Credit Cards

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Takes Reservations
Yes
Delivery
No
Take-out
Yes
Accepts Credit Cards
Yes
Good For
Dinner
Parking
Valet, Street
Bike Parking
No
Wheelchair Accessible
No
Good for Kids
No
Good for Groups
Yes
Attire
Casual
Ambience
Classy
Noise Level
Average
Alcohol
Full Bar
Outdoor Seating
No
Wi-Fi
No
Has TV
Yes
Waiter Service
Yes
Caters
No

Description

Specialties

Located in the heart of River North, Gene & Georgetti is Chicago’s oldest and one of its finest steakhouses, Seafood, and Italian Restaurants. We are open Sundays for major conventions only. Our menu features the finest in Steaks, Chops, Seafood and Italian Specialties.

History

Established in 1941.

Gene & Georgetti was founded by Gene Michelotti and his partner Alfredo Federighi, who was nicknamed «Georgetti» after a famous Italian cyclist. Located in the heart of River North, Gene & Georgetti is Chicago’s oldest and one of its finest steakhouses. Partners Gene and «Georgetti» worked hand in hand to establish the reputation of excellence that is continued through today.

Legends like Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, & Lucille Ball as well as modern day celebrities like Russell Crowe, Keanu Reeves, Vince Vaughn, and Will Ferrell, along with international, national, and local politicians, have helped make Gene & Georgetti a classic old-​time Chicago place to dine. The restaurant proudly boasts a legion of regular customers, some going back more than 50 years

Meet the Business Owner

Gene M.

Business Owner

Gene & Georgetti was founded in 1941 by Gene Michelotti and his partner Alfredo Federighi, who was nicknamed «Georgetti» after a famous Italian cyclist. Located in the heart of River North, Gene & Georgetti is Chicago’s oldest and one of its finest steakhouses. Partners Gene and «Georgetti» worked hand in hand to establish the reputation of excellence that is continued through today. Together in 1941, they founded Gene and Georgetti. Alfredo had the kitchen, and Gene was the front man, holding down the bar. His genuine and vivacious personality made him a hit with regulars, politicians and celebrities alike. Upon Alfredo’s death in 1969, Gene became the sole proprietor of Gene & Georgetti, until his death is 1989.

Legends like Frank Sinatra, Bob Hope, & Lucille Ball as well as modern day celebrities like Russell Crowe, Keanu Reeves, Vince Vaughn, and Will Ferrell, along with international, national, and local politicians, have helped make Gene & Georgetti a classic old-​time Chicago