The Story Behind
Giordano's
For over five decades, giordano's has been Chicago's most beloved destination for authentic deep dish pizza — a legacy built on family, passion, and the finest ingredients.
Born in Chicago,
Beloved Worldwide
Giordano's was founded in 1974 by brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio, who brought their mother Carmela's treasured Italian stuffed pizza recipe from Torino, Italy to the heart of Chicago. What began as a single restaurant on the South Side became the gold standard for giordanos deep dish pizza across the country.
The signature giordanos stuffed pizza features two layers of hand-pressed, flaky dough surrounding a generous filling of 100% Wisconsin mozzarella, topped with vine-ripened crushed tomatoes. It is not merely a meal — it is a Chicago institution.
Today, Giordano's operates dozens of locations across the United States, yet every pizza is still crafted with the same dedication to quality and tradition that the Boglio brothers brought from the old country more than fifty years ago.
Our Mission & Commitments
Every Giordano's pizza represents our unwavering promise to guests — from the quality of our ingredients to the warmth of our hospitality.
Made with Passion
Every giordanos pizza is hand-crafted with the same care and love as the very first one made in our family kitchen in 1974.
Fresh Ingredients
We source premium Wisconsin mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, and locally sourced toppings to ensure every bite exceeds expectations.
Community First
Giordano's is more than a restaurant — we are a gathering place for families, friends, and communities across the United States.
Uncompromising Quality
From dough to delivery, every step of our process is held to the highest standard — because our guests deserve nothing less.
Five Decades of Deep Dish Excellence
The First Slice
Brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio open the original Giordano's on 2855 W. Cermak Rd., serving their mother Carmela's legendary stuffed pizza recipe from Torino, Italy.
Winning Chicago's Heart
Giordano's wins its first "Best Pizza in Chicago" award from Chicago Magazine, cementing its reputation as the city's definitive deep dish destination.
Expansion Across Chicago
Riding a wave of popularity, Giordano's expands to multiple Chicago neighborhoods, bringing the famous giordanos pizza experience closer to families across the city.
Going National
Giordano's launches its first locations outside of Illinois, introducing America to the authentic stuffed deep dish pizza that Chicago has cherished for three decades.
Online Ordering Launch
Giordano's embraces the digital age with a full online ordering platform, making it easier than ever to enjoy the legendary giordano's deep dish from the comfort of home.
50 Years of Excellence
Giordano's celebrates its golden anniversary — 50 years of stuffed pizza perfection, serving millions of guests across 50+ locations throughout the United States.
The Passionate People Behind
Every giordanos Pizza
Our team of dedicated culinary artisans and hospitality professionals share one goal: delivering an exceptional experience with every visit and every order.
Marco Vitale
Executive Chef
With 22 years of culinary excellence, Marco oversees all recipe development and ensures every giordanos pizza meets the exacting standards set by our founders.
Sofia Ricci
Head of Guest Experience
Sofia has dedicated 15 years to creating warm, memorable dining moments for every guest who walks through a Giordano's door — or orders online.
Daniel Park
Director of Operations
Daniel ensures seamless operations across all Giordano's locations, from supply chain excellence to the consistent quality that guests have come to expect.
Lucia Moretti
Head Dough Artisan
Lucia is the guardian of Giordano's legendary dough recipe — hand-pressing each crust to the perfect thickness and texture that defines the iconic giordano's experience.
The Principles That Guide
Every Giordanos Pizza
Authenticity Above All
We never compromise on our original recipes. Carmela's stuffed pizza formula has remained unchanged for over 50 years — because perfection needs no revision.
Hospitality with Heart
Every guest who orders a giordanos pizza — whether dining in, carrying out, or ordering online — deserves to feel like they are part of our family.
Responsible Sourcing
We partner with trusted local and regional suppliers to source the freshest ingredients, support our communities, and reduce our environmental footprint.
Continuous Innovation
While we honor our traditions, we continually explore new flavors, techniques, and technologies to enhance the giordano's experience for the next generation.
