Gene and Georgetti Menu 2026: Full Menu, Signature Steaks & What to Order

Gene and Georgetti is famous for being Chicago's oldest steakhouse, open continuously since 1941. It is known for its hand-cut, dry-aged steaks, its classic Italian-American menu (especially the Chicken Vesuvio and Shrimp De Jonghe), and its old-school chophouse atmosphere under the Wacker Drive bridge in River North. The restaurant has hosted politicians, celebrities, sports figures, and Chicago power brokers for over eight decades.

The Garbage Salad is Gene and Georgetti's legendary house salad — a large, generously loaded chopped salad with salami, provolone, olives, pepperoncini, tomatoes, lettuce and house Italian dressing. It earned its name because it contains a little bit of everything. It is one of the most famous dishes on the menu and large enough to serve as a meal or shared starter. Many regulars consider it a must-order alongside any steak.

Yes. Gene and Georgetti is widely regarded as a Chicago dining landmark. The restaurant has operated at 500 N Franklin Street, under the Wacker Drive bridge, since 1941 — making it the oldest continuously operating steakhouse in Chicago. It is a fixture of Chicago dining history, associated with the city's political and business culture and referenced in countless accounts of Chicago's food scene.

Yes — reservations are strongly recommended, especially for dinner, weekends, and lunch during the week when the business crowd fills the room. Walk-ins can sometimes be accommodated at the bar. Contact the restaurant directly at geneandgeorgetti.com or by phone for the most current reservation availability.

Shrimp De Jonghe is a Chicago original — whole shrimp baked in a shallow casserole with sherry, garlic, butter and herb-seasoned breadcrumbs. The dish was invented in early 20th-century Chicago at the De Jonghe Hotel. Gene and Georgetti is one of the few restaurants in Chicago that still serves this historic dish as a starter, keeping the old-school Chicago dining tradition alive.

Gene and Georgetti maintains a smart-casual to business-casual atmosphere. While there is no formal strict dress code, the restaurant's old-school chophouse setting makes jeans-and-a-shirt the casual floor; most guests at dinner dress up somewhat. Business attire is common at weekday lunch. The general vibe is classic Chicago supper club — dress to feel at home in a place that takes itself seriously.

Yes — Gene and Georgetti is a fine-dining steakhouse and one of Chicago's higher-end dining experiences. Expect a three-course dinner for two with drinks and wine to run well over $200. The restaurant does not publish menu prices online. The experience is priced in line with other top-tier Chicago steakhouses such as Bavette's, Morton's and Gibson's. The value proposition is the classic Chicago steakhouse experience, the history, and the quality of the aged beef.

Gene and Georgetti is located at 500 N Franklin Street in Chicago's River North neighborhood, just under the Wacker Drive bridge. The location is near the Merchandise Mart and easily accessible from downtown Chicago. The address is 500 N Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60654.

Most regulars and food writers consistently recommend: the Garbage Salad as a starter (order full-size, it is easily shareable), Shrimp De Jonghe (a Chicago-original appetizer), any of the hand-cut steaks (the Filet Mignon and T-Bone are longtime favorites), Chicken Vesuvio for non-steak diners (another Chicago Italian-American classic), Hash Browns as a side (a beloved house signature), and Spumoni for dessert.