Excellence
The giordano's
Pizza Legend
giordano's was born from an Italian family recipe, a mother's love, and the bold spirit of Chicago. What started as a single location on the South Side became America's most iconic deep dish pizza brand.
In 1974, Efren and Joseph Boglio opened the first Giordanos restaurant, bringing their mother Mama Giordano's stuffed pizza recipe from the Piedmont region of Italy to the heart of Chicago. The rich, buttery crust piled high with cheese and toppings was unlike anything the city had tasted before.
Word spread quickly. What began as a neighborhood gem became a destination for pizza lovers from around the world. Today, giordanos continues to honor that original recipe with the same dedication, quality, and craftsmanship that Mama Giordano instilled in her sons over five decades ago.
- Original family stuffed pizza recipe since 1974
- Hand-crafted with premium, fresh ingredients daily
- 70+ locations across the United States
- Voted Chicago's #1 Deep Dish Pizza multiple times
Our Mission & Vision
Every giordanos pizza is a promise — to deliver the best deep dish experience with honest ingredients, genuine hospitality, and the warmth of a family table.
Our Mission
To craft and deliver an unmatched deep dish pizza experience that honors our family heritage, celebrates Chicago's culinary culture, and nourishes the communities we serve — one slice at a time.
Our Vision
To be recognized worldwide as the definitive home of stuffed deep dish pizza — a place where every guest feels the warmth of Italian-American tradition and leaves with memories as rich as our cheese blend.
Our Promise
Every giordanos pizza is made fresh to order with premium, quality-sourced ingredients. We promise consistency, care, and the same passion that Mama Giordano put into every pie she ever baked.
Core Values That
Drive Everything We Do
Since the earliest days of giordanos pizza, our values have been the secret ingredient behind every pie. They guide how we treat our guests, our team, and our communities.
Quality Without Compromise
We use only the finest mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, and hand-crafted dough. No shortcuts, no substitutions — ever.
Community & Connection
We are proud Chicagoans. We support local farmers, employ local talent, and give back to the neighborhoods that built us.
Sustainability
From eco-friendly packaging to responsible sourcing, we are committed to reducing our footprint while growing our flavor.
Integrity & Transparency
We are honest about our ingredients, our process, and our prices. What you see on our menu is exactly what you get — no surprises.
Our History
From a single storefront in Chicago to an American institution — the giordanos journey spans over 50 remarkable years.
The First Slice
Brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio open the first Giordanos on South Oakley Avenue, Chicago, serving their mother's legendary stuffed deep dish recipe to the neighborhood.
Chicago Falls in Love
Giordanos earns its first major food critic award and is named "Best Deep Dish in Chicago" by Chicago Magazine, cementing our place in the city's culinary identity.
Downtown Expansion
Giordanos opens a flagship location in downtown Chicago, bringing the giordanos experience to tourists and business travelers visiting the Windy City for the first time.
National Recognition
The Food Network features giordanos pizza in a landmark segment on America's best regional foods, introducing millions of viewers nationwide to the art of stuffed deep dish.
National Shipping Launch
Giordanos launches nationwide shipping, allowing pizza lovers across the United States to enjoy authentic giordanos pizza delivered frozen to their door.
Digital Ordering Goes Live
Giordanos launches a fully redesigned online ordering system and app, making it easier than ever to order our famous deep dish pizza for dine-in, pickup, or delivery.
50 Years of Deep Dish
We proudly celebrate our 50th anniversary — half a century of serving Chicago's most beloved deep dish pizza. New locations, new flavors, same legendary love in every pie.
Meet Our Team
From our kitchen craftspeople to our front-of-house hosts, every member of the giordanos family is dedicated to making your experience unforgettable.
Marco DiVincenzo
With 22 years at Giordanos, Marco is the guardian of the original stuffed pizza recipe. A Culinary Institute graduate with a passion for Italian-American tradition.
Sarah Kowalski
Sarah oversees day-to-day operations across all Giordanos locations, ensuring every restaurant delivers the same exceptional giordanos experience guests expect.
Anthony Russo
Anthony leads our menu R&D team, developing new flavors and seasonal offerings while respecting the deep dish traditions that make giordanos pizza iconic.
Elena Marchetti
Elena champions the guest experience at every Giordanos touchpoint — from the moment you walk in to the last bite of your pie. Hospitality is her heartbeat.
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