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Gene & Georgetti

Steakhouse and Italian Restaurant$$$$
River North, Chicago
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    Honey L.
    "Traditional old school steakhouse."(3 Tips)
    Time Out Chicago
    "... Vesuvio, a “garbage” salad fit for four, calf’s liver sauteed with onions..."(3 Tips)
    Time Out Chicago
    "Textbook veal Vesuvio, a “garbage” salad fit for four, calf’s..."(3 Tips)
    Time Out Chicago
    "... perfectly seared chops and garlicky shrimp DeJonghe. http://tmoutchi.us/10esgeQ"(3 Tips)
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  • Sam W.heart icon on user image
    Sam WilsonDecember 6, 2013
    Had a perfectly cooked small filet mignon and delicious sides of creamed spinach, sauteed mushrooms, and asparagus with hollandaise sauce. Tiramisu and cannolis were perfect end to the meal...
  • PureWow
    PureWowAugust 5, 2016
    Sidle up to a bar stool and feast your eyes (and mouth, duh) on rare-as-they-come steaks and original side orders like the New York Times-approved “garbage” salad. Read more
    Upvoted Feb 17
  • Chicago Tribune
    Chicago TribuneDecember 31, 2014
    Come to this old school steakhouse around lunch time and sit at the mahogany bar to overhear old timers telling stories. Make sure to try the Chicken alla Joe and the broiled petite strip steak. Read more
    Upvoted 2 weeks ago
  • Steve E.heart icon on user image
    Steve EirichApril 7, 2015
    My favorite all-around restaurant in Chicago - the steaks are excellent but the atmosphere is the tipping point. Feels like Capone is sitting somewhere nearby.
  • Wendell R.heart icon on user image
    Wendell RobinsonMarch 8, 2013
    Been twice and the ribeye was excellent both times. Cooked just right, well seasoned and flavorful. Can't comment on the other cuts, but they do a darn good ribeye.
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoMay 6, 2013
    The goods: textbook veal Vesuvio, a “garbage” salad fit for four, calf’s liver sauteed with onions and bacon, perfectly seared chops and garlicky shrimp DeJonghe. http://tmoutchi.us/10esgeQ Read more
  • Dieter K.
    Dieter KurtenbachFebruary 18, 2011
    It's decorated like a 1950's basement and that's the way I like it. Get the steak rare. Get red wine. Sixty percent of life is trying to eat great steak. Hunker down, this is the best.
  • Alisonheart icon on user image
    AlisonMarch 11, 2022
    Everything about this place is amazing. My husband and I came here on our first date. The steaks are so tender you can cut them with a butter knife!
  • Jon B.heart icon on user image
    Jon B.June 19, 2018
    Classic Chicago steakhouse. The mussels appetizer was excellent, and the steak is world class.
  • Chicago magazine
    Chicago magazineApril 16, 2012
    Wet-aged steaks still rank among the best in town. On weekends, latch onto first-rate prime rib. The wine list is forgettable, but the well-priced martinis are excellent. Read more
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoApril 21, 2018
    Out-of-towners wanted Italian and steak. They got their wish in one place. They absolutely loved it.
  • Gyi T.heart icon on user image
    Gyi TsakalakisOctober 30, 2014
    Order the lamb chops, veal chops and ribeye and have them prepare it family-style.
  • Linda F.
    Linda FelterAugust 8, 2014
    Old school Italian steakhouse. Can't go wrong with the steak or pasta.
  • Gyi T.heart icon on user image
    Gyi TsakalakisOctober 30, 2014
    Lamb, veal, ribeye.
  • Epicurious
    EpicuriousAugust 24, 2010
    This "hotspot" (literally!) keeps patrons warm during the winter - its 1,100°F Vulcan broiler sears steaks to perfection with plenty of heat to spare. Sip on icy martinis to keep cool in the summer.
  • Alan V.
    Alan VidalJune 23, 2011
    A place a always wanted to go to but hesitant because of recent mixed reviews. I went for the lamb chops and they were great! Very old school Chicago which added to the experience
  • Bachelor10
    Bachelor10March 18, 2013
    The portions at Gene & Georgetti’s tend to lean on the “that thing is enormous” side so keep that in mind when ordering. There’s nothing less impressive than toting around a doggy bag at the club. Read more
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoNovember 2, 2011
    Textbook veal Vesuvio, a “garbage” salad fit for four, calf’s liver sauteed with onions and bacon, perfectly seared chops and garlicky shrimp DeJonghe. Read more
  • Andre M.
    Andre MikaOctober 28, 2011
    Been here 5+ times
    If you close your eyes, you can still hear Sinatra and his boys at the bar. Classic old school steakhouse. Great value and solid food. Soak it in.
  • Eric Y.
    Eric YoungNovember 17, 2013
    So amazing, steak bigger than my head! And as an added bonus... It was delicious, tender and perfectly aged!
  • Time Out Chicago
    Time Out ChicagoOctober 17, 2011
    Textbook veal Vesuvio, a “garbage” salad fit for four, calf’s liver sauteed with onions and bacon, perfectly seared chops and garlicky shrimp DeJonghe.
  • J C.
    J ChapelaOctober 27, 2016
    Old school rwstaurant at Chicago with tradition and BIG plates, Chicken Joes was very good
  • Alex A.heart icon on user image
    Alex AdamsDecember 4, 2015
    Awesome Veal Marsala, asparagus and teramisu. Best teramisu I've ever had!
  • Bachelor10
    Bachelor10February 15, 2012
    The portions here tend to lean on the “that thing is enormous” side so keep that in mind when you are ordering. There’s nothing less impressive than toting around a doggy bag at the club. Read more
  • Vinnie D.heart icon on user image
    Vinnie DaboulApril 12, 2015
    Food excellent. The portions are HUGE. Wish the server gave us a heads up.
  • Zach W.
    Zach WalshNovember 8, 2013
    Pork chops means 2 giant pork chops. Get the half order for one person.
  • Allison K.heart icon on user image
    Allison KaminskiNovember 28, 2018
    Sides are massive and filet mignon was cooked perfect
  • Sean B.
    Sean BlantonOctober 2, 2011
    The prime rib is amazing and as big as a human head so you may want to share. Best I've ever had.
  • Gregory R.heart icon on user image
    Gregory RayFebruary 12, 2016
    Been here 5+ times
    The BEST steakhouse in Chicago!!
  • Mimi C.
    Mimi ChanelMarch 25, 2014
    Very nice the food and wine delish but the sautéed spinach was dry. Table and chair are tight and small.
  • Lina G.heart icon on user image
    Lina GonzoAugust 5, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best steak in Chicago. JJ is a great waiter!
  • Lina G.heart icon on user image
    Lina GonzoNovember 3, 2012
    Been here 5+ times
    Best steak in Chicago!
  • Crain's Chicago Business
    Here for lunch? Oregano, lemon and salt draw out flavor in a trio of thick, nicely charred lamb chops, a plowman's portion. Read more
  • Jim E.
    Jim ElliottApril 18, 2010
    Been here 5+ times
    The steaks...lobster and fried ravioli were awesome! We had a party of 8 for a bitthday dinner and the service was fantastic! Read more
  • Robbie W.
    Robbie WhiteOctober 13, 2011
    Best Porterhouse Steak in rustic atmosphere. Excellent wine selection
  • Honey L.heart icon on user image
    Honey LittleSeptember 27, 2021
    Traditional old school steakhouse.
  • Deeskool M.heart icon on user image
    Deeskool McGeeDecember 9, 2016
    Garbage salad and filet mignon!!
  • Truly F.
    Truly FarealSeptember 19, 2013
    The Lamb was great!
  • Dan C.
    Dan CarlascioMay 18, 2014
    Bone in rib eye...
  • Roy B.
    Roy BJanuary 13, 2014
    Fantastic! Bone in filet mignon was great!
  • Myra R.
    Myra RubinOctober 16, 2010
    Totally "old school" Charming restaurant, huge portions. Tasos is the best waiter!
  • Pam T.
    Pam ThomasNovember 14, 2013
    Try the garbage salad
  • ZaarlyChicago
    ZaarlyChicagoAugust 15, 2011
    This place will definitely fulfill your more traditional Italian steakhouse needs.
  • Todd B.
    Todd BBQOctober 12, 2014
    Since 1941
  • Chris P.heart icon on user image
    Chris PhennerJuly 8, 2019
    The most classic Chicago Steakhouse
  • ISC C.heart icon on user image
    ISC ChicagoDecember 31, 2012
    Wonder if we went on an off day. No complaint for the service but steak wasn't that spectacular. So sad :-(
  • Chris P.heart icon on user image
    Chris PhennerJune 13, 2017
    Most old-school Chicago Steakhouse
  • Seth P.heart icon on user image
    Seth PutnamApril 18, 2014
    The martini. Always the martini.
  • David A.
    David AskrenMay 13, 2013
    The Fried Ravioli is awesome!
  • Susan M.
    Susan MenkeApril 4, 2011
    Been here 25+ times
    This is the incorrect name for this restaurant - it is actually Gene & Georgetti which is a separate listing
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