Marco DiVincenzo
Executive Chef
With 22 years in Italian cuisine and a Culinary Institute of America pedigree, Marco is the guardian of Giordano's original stuffed pizza recipe.
Est. 1974 · Chicago, Illinois
The Story Behind Giordano's
From a humble family kitchen to Chicago's most beloved deep dish destination — discover the giordano's legacy built on passion, tradition, and unforgettable flavors.
Our Origin Story
A Family Recipe That Changed Chicago Forever
Giordano's was born from the hands of Mama Giordano herself — a woman who believed that pizza was not simply food, but a declaration of love served in every slice.
In 1974, brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio arrived in Chicago carrying little more than their mother's cherished recipe for pizza al padellino — a thick, stuffed Italian pie from the Piedmont region of Turin. They opened their first modest restaurant on the city's South Side, never imagining that giordano's would one day define an entire category of pizza.
What set giordanos apart from the very beginning was the double-crust technique: a buttery, flaky lower crust filled generously with fresh mozzarella, garden-fresh toppings, and house-made tomato sauce, then sealed beneath a second pastry layer and baked until golden. Guests came once out of curiosity — and returned every week out of devotion.
Decades later, that same recipe — unchanged, uncompromised — continues to be the beating heart of everything we do at 1340 S Michigan Ave and every location that carries the Giordano's name.
50+
Years of Legacy
What We Stand For
Our Mission & Core Values
Every giordanos pizza we craft is guided by a set of values instilled by our founders and honored by every team member today.
Crafted with Passion
Every pie is made with the same devotion Mama Giordano poured into her original recipe. We never take shortcuts on flavor or quality.
Fresh Ingredients
We source the finest local produce, hand-pulled mozzarella, and premium meats — because exceptional pizza demands exceptional ingredients.
Community First
Giordano's has always been a gathering place. We invest in local communities, celebrate local stories, and welcome every guest like family.
Uncompromising Quality
From dough preparation to final bake, our kitchen standards have remained constant for over five decades of giordanos pizza excellence.
Our Mission Statement
"To honor the giordano's tradition by delivering an extraordinary deep dish experience — one that nourishes not just appetite, but spirit, community, and the timeless joy of sharing a great meal."
A Journey Through Time
The Giordano's Timeline
From a single South Side storefront to a nationally recognized name, here's how giordano's pizza grew into an icon.
1974
The First Restaurant Opens
Brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio open the inaugural Giordano's location on the South Side of Chicago, bringing their mother's stuffed pizza recipe from Turin, Italy, to American tables.
1979
Award-Winning Recognition
Giordano's receives its first major media recognition, named Chicago's Best Pizza by the Chicago Tribune — setting off a wave of acclaim that would continue for decades.
1988
Expansion Across Chicago
Demand for giordanos deep dish grows so rapidly that the brand opens its 10th Chicago-area location, establishing a landmark presence throughout the metropolitan area.
1999
National Shipping Launches
Giordano's begins shipping frozen deep dish pizzas nationwide, allowing fans across the United States to experience the legendary giordano's recipe in their own homes.
2011
Restructure & Renaissance
Following a period of corporate restructuring, a renewed ownership team commits to preserving the original giordanos recipe and quality standards while modernizing operations.
2024
50 Years & Still Rising
Giordano's celebrates its 50th anniversary with over 65 locations nationwide, a beloved online ordering platform, and the same unwavering commitment to the recipe that started it all.
The People Behind the Pizza
Meet Our Leadership Team
Our team brings together decades of culinary passion, hospitality expertise, and a shared love for the giordano's tradition.
Sofia Marchetti
Director of Operations
Sofia oversees the seamless running of all giordanos locations, ensuring every guest experience reflects the warmth and quality our brand promises.
James Kowalski
Head of Innovation
A Chicago native and longtime giordanos fan, James leads menu innovation — introducing seasonal specials while always preserving the deep dish soul.
Priya Sharma
Brand Director
Priya shapes how the world sees Giordano's — from digital storytelling to community initiatives, ensuring the giordano's story reaches every generation.