Gino's East
(312) 943-1124
633 N Wells St
Chicago,
IL
60610
41.8935
-87.6339
Neighborhoods: Central, Near North Side
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Customer-inscribed graffiti covers every inch of this casual restaurant--which thrives on its reputation for handmade, deep-dish pizzas. Catering to cheap dates, quick work lunches, family feasts and school outings, the eatery dishes up crispy pies built for sharing and taking home for leftovers later. Every plump pie starts with a signature buttery crust topped with plump tomatoes, thick cheese and a variety of optional toppings. For time-strapped diners, pasta, salad, stromboli and sandwiches answer hunger pangs. Dessert cravings lead to Gino's Mitchell's ice cream parlor, which is conveniently located next door.
User Reviews
kaamandrew
May 28, 2009
We went in to the one on Superior and ordered a large, 3 topping DD pizza, and cheesy bread for carry out. Cost's were conveniently not posted, but hey, it's just pizza right. WRONG. We were rung up and told the price was over $45.00!!! Yes, I could have left, but we were hungry, and it's famous...so...the fool in me paid, and was told to wait for the next 45 minutes in a corner of a hallway with 1 chair (and 5 people waiting). The place was filthy, the cooking staff was spending more time eating and talking than working (including the manager on duty). Over 1 hour later our pizza arrived. We we're rudely "shoved off" as though we were miscreants for ordering carry-out. Back in the hotel, I can honestly say it was one of the worst pizza's I've ever had. It was closer to eating cornmeal lasagna than any pizza. It had sickly sweet sauce, and even after an hour the crust was still undercooked. I'd complain to the restaurant management, but I'm sure all I'd get is an "are you talkin’ to me?" Trust me when I tell you to avoid this tourist trap at all costs. It’s a HUGE rip off!
read full reviewkaamandrew
May 28, 2009
We went in to the one on Superior and ordered a large, 3 topping DD pizza, and cheesy bread for carry out. Cost's were conveniently not posted, but hey, it's just pizza right. WRONG. We were rung up and told the price was over $45.00!!! Yes, I could have left, but we were hungry, and it's famous...so...the fool in me paid, and was told to wait for the next 45 minutes in a corner of a hallway with 1 chair (and 5 people waiting). The place was filthy, the cooking staff was spending more time eating and talking than working (including the manager on duty). Over 1 hour later our pizza arrived. We we're rudely "shoved off" as though we were miscreants for ordering carry-out. Back in the hotel, I can honestly say it was one of the worst pizza's I've ever had. It was closer to eating cornmeal lasagna than any pizza. It had sickly sweet sauce, and even after an hour the crust was still undercooked. I'd complain to the restaurant management, but I'm sure all I'd get is an "are you talkin’ to me?" Trust me when I tell you to avoid this tourist trap at all costs. It’s a HUGE rip off!
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JeffLovesGolf
May 26, 2009
What's not to like about delicious deep dish pizza [unless you don't like grease!] Try it with mushrooms and extra cheese! Yum! I also like cheesecake for dessert. If you visit Chicago, you gotta check out Ginos!
read full reviewThe Details on Gino's East
Save Money:
Daily from 11am to 3pm, get a miniature pizza, soup or salad and a drink for $5.99.
Know Before You Go:
Pizza takes 45-60 minutes to cook but call ahead and it will be delivered piping hot shortly after arrival.
Parking:
The restaurant offers $7 valet parking in its underground garage for up to three hours--so enjoy your meal and explore the neighborhood at one of the best parking deals in that area.
Save Money:
Try the lunch express special Monday through Friday from 11am to 2pm and includes either mini deep-dish pizza or a Nathan's hot dog with fries. Each lunch express comes with salad, soup or pasta salad and a fountain drink.
Category:
Payment Methods:
American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Visa, MasterCard
Restaurant Special Features:
Local Favorite, Family-Friendly Dining, Lunch Spot, Group Dining
General Info:
Cuisine:
Smoking Permitted:
At Bar
