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A classic vestige of old Chicago, Gene & Georgetti is a family-run steakhouse that's been serving up steak and Italian fare in a wood-frame house in the shadow of the El since 1941. The restaurant is dark and clubby, and the (exclusively male) waiters seem to have worked here for decades -- and they no doubt have been serving some of the same patrons all that time. Gene & Georgetti has a popular following, so expect to wait in the bar area during prime dining hours. Although the place is best known for steaks, classic Italian-American specialties are also an essential part of the menu (mostaccioli, veal parmigiana, and the like). This is not the kind of place you come to make the scene, but fans of old-time restaurants will find plenty of local character -- some of the regulars have been coming here for half a century.
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Great if you're after old school charm
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This restaurant is definitely not the place you are looking for if you're after fine dining. It's a good old genuine chop shop with old school, yesteryear charm. The...
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- posted on 05.21.12
- by RudiHefer
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Beef lovers delight
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Return visit to one of Chicago's classic steakhouses and my favorite. Perfectly aged, generous portions, lightly charred perfection. Served with a house salad and huge platter...
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- posted on 05.13.12
- by Bayoufoodie
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Amazing steaks, home atmosphere, great service,
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went here the night before my friend got marreid. the upstairs dining room was like a party...10 tables all having a great time together. amazing service, looked like a blast from the...
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- posted on 04.23.12
- by wmcolmes14
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Great Service
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Service is outstanding and food is very fresh. Our waiter did a tremendous job with serving us and the atmosphere was very enchanted. I would highly recommend Gene & Georgetti's...
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- posted on 12.21.11
- by by rsamantha11 at Citysearch
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New Favorite
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My husband and I had such a great time at Gene & Georgetti's Restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was on point, and the ambiance was delightful. I believe we've...
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- posted on 11.16.11
- by by gabrielley46 at Citysearch
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Loved the place!
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My favorite restaurant for fine dining in Chicago! We came here for anniversary and loved the place! Food, decor, and service were all exceptional. We can't wait to come back!
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- posted on 11.02.11
- by by saul tracy at Citysearch
Awards:
Frommer's
- Recommended 2009
- Recommended 2010
- Details
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Contact:
- visit website
- tel: 312/527-3718
- fax: +1 312 527 2039
Address:
- 500 N. Franklin St
- At Illinois St
- Chicago, IL 60610
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Hours:
- Mon-Thurs 11am-11pm; Fri-Sat 11am-midnight
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