Excellence
The Legacy of giordano's
Born in the heart of Chicago, giordano's has been crafting the city's most beloved deep dish pizza since 1974 — a recipe rooted in Italian tradition and perfected over generations.
The Giordanos story began when the Boglio family emigrated from Torino, Italy, bringing with them a cherished family recipe for pizza rustica. Efren and Joseph Boglio transformed that Italian Easter pie tradition into what the world now knows as Chicago stuffed pizza, opening their first restaurant on the North Side of Chicago.
Today, giordanos continues to honor that same original recipe — layers of fresh mozzarella, premium toppings, and our signature chunky tomato sauce, all encased in a flaky, buttery crust. Every pizza we make is a tribute to the Boglio family's passion and the vibrant spirit of Chicago.
Mission, Vision & Promise
Everything we do at Giordanos is guided by a commitment to quality, community, and the joy that a truly great pizza brings.
Our Mission
To craft authentic giordanos pizza using only the finest ingredients, preserving the time-honoured recipe that made us Chicago's favourite — one delicious slice at a time.
Our Vision
To share the warmth and flavour of Chicago's legendary deep dish with communities across the United States and beyond, growing the giordano's family with every new location.
Our Promise
We promise every guest a consistently exceptional experience — from the freshness of our ingredients to the warmth of our service. Your satisfaction is the heart of everything we do at giordanos.
Community First
We are proud Chicagoans who invest in the neighbourhoods where we operate — supporting local suppliers, charities, and events that make our city thrive.
Sustainable Practices
From responsibly sourced ingredients to eco-friendly packaging, Giordanos is committed to reducing our environmental footprint while serving food that tastes this good.
Constant Innovation
While we honour our classic recipe, we continuously explore new flavours, seasonal specials, and modern dining experiences to keep the giordanos menu exciting and fresh.
The Giordanos Values
Our core values shape every decision we make — from choosing our ingredients to welcoming every guest who walks through our doors. These are the principles that define the giordanos experience.
Uncompromising Quality
We use only premium, fresh ingredients in every giordanos pizza. No shortcuts. No compromises. Just the best pizza in Chicago, every single time.
Made With Love
Every pie is hand-crafted by our passionate team who take genuine pride in the food they prepare. Cooking with care is at the core of the giordanos philosophy.
Integrity & Transparency
We are honest about what goes into our food. Clean ingredients, fair pricing, and respectful service — always.
Guest Happiness
Every visit to a Giordanos restaurant should leave you smiling. We measure success by the delight on our guests' faces.
The giordanos Timeline
Five decades of milestones, growth, and an unwavering dedication to the world's greatest deep dish pizza.
The First Store Opens
Efren and Joseph Boglio open the very first Giordanos location on Chicago's North Side, introducing Chicago's stuffed deep dish pizza to the world, inspired by their mother's Italian pizza rustica recipe.
Chicago Icon Status
Giordanos pizza earns city-wide acclaim and is regularly voted the best deep dish pizza in Chicago. The line at the door becomes a familiar sight as Chicagoans and tourists alike flock to taste the legend.
Expansion Across Illinois
Following enormous demand, giordanos expands beyond Chicago with new locations throughout suburban Illinois, bringing authentic deep dish pizza closer to families across the state.
National Shipping Launched
Giordanos pioneers nationwide pizza shipping, allowing fans across the United States to enjoy authentic giordano's deep dish at home — frozen fresh and ready to bake.
Franchise Programme Launched
Giordanos opens its franchise programme, inviting passionate entrepreneurs to bring the authentic giordanos experience to new markets across the United States, growing to over 60 locations.
50 Years of Deep Dish
Giordanos celebrates half a century of serving Chicago's most beloved pizza. With more locations, a new digital ordering experience, and the same original recipe, the best is still yet to come.
Meet Our Team
The heart of Giordanos is our dedicated team of culinary professionals, each passionate about delivering the giordano's experience at its finest.
Marco Rossi
With 22 years at Giordanos, Marco is the guardian of our original deep dish recipe. Trained in Naples and Chicago, his passion for authentic pizza is unmatched.
Sofia Martinez
Sofia oversees operations across all Giordanos locations, ensuring every guest receives the same exceptional service and quality that defines the giordanos brand.
David Chen
David leads menu development at Giordanos, blending the classic giordanos pizza heritage with exciting new flavours and seasonal specials that keep our menu fresh.
Amara Johnson
Amara champions the guest experience at Giordanos, training front-of-house teams to deliver the warm, welcoming service that turns first-time visitors into lifelong fans.
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