Legend has it two cab drivers were frustrated with rush hour traffic, so they decided to ditch the taxis, partner up with a pal, and go into the pizza business. The original Gino's opened in 1966; the chain now has multiple locations in the city and suburbs. The draw here is the gut-busting deep-dish pizza; each pie is loaded with heady amounts of cheese and chunky tomato sauce and baked to order (plan ahead, the pies take 30-45 minutes). Bestsellers include the sausage (patty or crumbled) or the "supreme" with sausage or pepperoni, onions, mushrooms and green peppers. For those who can't deal with the inevitable deep-dish food coma, thin crust pies, stromboli, pasta and sandwiches also make the menu.
Getting There
Parking:
Paid Lot and Street Parking Difficult
Public Transportation:
CTA Bus: #37, #125
Wheelchair Access:
Yes.
Including restrooms.
The Basics
Hours:
11 a.m.-10 p.m. Monday through Thursday; 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Friday and Saturday; noon-9 p.m. Sunday.
Cuisine:
Italian and Pizza
Meals Served:
Dinner and Lunch
Price Range:
$$ ($9-$15)
Reservations:
Accepted.
For parties of 15 or more only.
Alcohol:
Full Bar
Smoking:
No
Features
Carryout:
Yes
Live Music:
Yes
Features:
Catering, Kids Menu, and On-site Merchandise.
T-shirts, caps and sweatshirts.
Facilities:
Private Party and Banquet Facilities.
Capacity: 60
Worth Noting:
Recommended
Payment Methods:
American Express, Diners Club, Discover Card, Mastercard, and Visa
