"Another nationally known name celebrated for its indulgent deep-dish pies and role in shaping Chicago’s big-name pizza scene." - Stephanie Gravalese
"Founded in 1974 by Italian immigrant brothers Efren and Joseph Boglio, the chain now operates nearly 60 locations across nine states and ships its iconic pizza nationwide. Its pizza recipe swears by Wisconsin mozzarella, Mendocino County tomatoes, and specially milled, unbleached flour from Minnesota to build its thick crust. The inaugural D.C. location, a short walk from the White House, will take over the old MXDC space next to the Hamilton (600 14th Street NW); the site is huge, with room for 150 guests across 7,400 square feet, and will offer dine-in, takeout, and delivery when it opens in 2026." - Tierney Plumb
"Giordano’s is a deep-dish pizza chain. While it’s not our favorite (that would be Lou Malnati’s, it’s still very satisfying. And this is a perfectly valid choice if you decide to stay at Navy Pier. The pizza here is stuffed deep dish, which means it’s double-crusted, with tomato sauce on top and about 25 pounds of cheese inside. It also means you should probably avoid riding the Wave Swinger after eating it." - adrian kane
"Value, friendly service and delicious deep-dish pizza make Giordano’s a crowd sweetheart. With locations dotting the city and suburbs, this restaurant has been gratifying locals with comforting Chicago-style Italian-American fare for years. Come during the week—service picks up especially at dinner—to avoid the cacophony. The menu includes your typical salads and pastas, but you'd do well to save room for the real star: the deep-dish. Bring backup because this pie could feed a small country. The spinach version arrives on a buttery pastry crust, filled with sautéed (or steamed) spinach with tomato sauce, and topped with mozzarella and parmesan. For those cold, windy nights, opt for delivery—their website sketches a detailed menu." - Aaron Hutcherson
"Giordano’s is a deep dish pizza chain. While it’s not our favorite (that would be , it’s still very satisfying. And this is a perfectly valid choice if you decide to stay at Navy Pier. The pizza here is stuffed deep dish, which means it’s double crusted, with tomato sauce on top and about 25 pounds of cheese inside." - Adrian Kane