Giordano's Pizzeria

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Giordano's Pizzeria is a renowned Chicago-style pizza restaurant chain, primarily located in the Midwestern United States, with a significant presence in the Chicago metropolitan area. The pizzeria is famous for its deep-dish stuffed pizza, a unique variant of the traditional pizza.

History[edit | edit source]

Giordano's Pizzeria was founded in 1974 by Italian immigrants and brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio in Chicago. The Boglio brothers were inspired by their mother's recipe for Italian Easter Pie, a stuffed pizza popular in their hometown of Torino, Italy. The brothers adapted this recipe to create the signature Giordano's deep-dish stuffed pizza.

Menu[edit | edit source]

The menu at Giordano's Pizzeria primarily features its famous deep-dish stuffed pizza, which is available in a variety of flavors and toppings. The pizza is characterized by its high edge and large amounts of cheese and sauce. In addition to pizza, the menu also includes other Italian-American dishes such as pasta, salads, sandwiches, and desserts.

Locations[edit | edit source]

Giordano's Pizzeria has over 70 locations, primarily in the Midwestern United States. The majority of these are in the Chicago metropolitan area, but the chain has also expanded to other states including Indiana, Minnesota, Nevada, and Florida.

Reception[edit | edit source]

Giordano's Pizzeria has received numerous accolades for its deep-dish stuffed pizza. It has been named "Chicago's Best Pizza" by NBC, CBS Chicago, New York Times, Chicago Magazine, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Eater, Home & Garden Magazine, Concierge Preferred and more.

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