Osteria Georgi

Fabulous dinner! Gorgeous atmosphere, impeccable service, cute patio, amazing food. Every single dish was a stand out. With the fresh basil appletini & the pane (focaccia with whipped ricotta & honey) we were off to a good start. We split the verde (green) & Barbabietola (beet) salad between three people and it was a gracious amount. They were both fresh, delicious, and unique. For entrees we had the penne alla vodka w/chicken, Agnolotti (with summer squash, asparagus, goat cheese, & tiny peas in a cream sauce with a magical crunchy seed mix), and Bucatini Alla Norma. We were all in love with our dishes and took some home for tomorrow. We’ll definitely be back!

My fiancé took me here for my birthday. I didn’t want to go anywhere fancy and this is where we agreed upon. The restaurant was very low-key when we got there, and there weren’t many people there. It filled up a bit over the course of the night, but it was still very laid-back and elegant. The chef came out to meet us personally and he was walking table to table. Really nice guy. The service was incredible, obviously. This is a pretty upscale place, but it can also be a bit casual if you need it to be. I’ll tell you, they have incredible food. The chef let us try a couple of off menu items, so that was fun.

A good place for date nights! They have outdoor seating and also a big indoor space. Lovely ambiance inside. The service was good and good is delicious. The drinks were specially really good. Plenty of parking space is available. The menu was spring based and had all the spring vegetables. Agnolotti was really good, with passion spice drink. Good to have a reservation.

My husband and I came to have a much needed night out. He’s never dined at Osteria Georgi before, but I have in the past with some friends. As we walked up we saw the outside seating was available and the patio looked like a vibe. So, we opted to sit outside because the hostess was gracious enough to offer us the choice. Tyson is the GM for the restaurant and I’ve known him for a number of years. As always he was an absolute delight and I was ecstatic to see him as I know he is amazing at his job and just a great person. He truly helped elevate our experience with his attentiveness and suggestions. The music on the patio was nice and just the right volume, the lighting was dimly lit, but not so low that we couldn’t comfortably see one another. Our waiter was Braden and he was very kind and informative. We started with PANE- Whipped Ricotta, spiced honey and focaccia (Yum), SFORMATO that as suggested we tasted all together and it left us in utter aw. We ordered a bottle of the Super Tuscan, you can buy by the glass as well. The wine was phenomenal and so were the appetizers. My husband got the Bistecca Medium Rare- it was perfect! I ordered the Linguini with Shrimp from the menu, my linguini was perfect, al dente and the sauce was flavorful and full flavored with garlic, basil and chunky tomatoes. To finish we had the tiramisu, it was so flavorful and you could tell it was homemade with LOVE. 10/10 would recommend Osteria Georgi, they’re on Top of it all. P.S. we loved that they give you new cutlery with every course, it really elevated the experience.

Absolutely superb food and great service. Really enjoyed a number of different plates. Menu has lots of options for gluten free food. Great atmosphere. Parking is a little challenging but overall this is a great restaurant and highly recommend.

Nice Italian restaurant with a good selection of food and dessert. Service is friendly. It can be slightly crowded during weekend dinner. The food is delicious. The tiramisu is simply delectable for dessert.

Great food great service and great to go! Have eaten twice now and the roasted carrots with whipped ricotta are to die for! The lasagna! The penne vodka! As great dining in as it was take out. We forgot the chocolate cake and they took the extra step to call and let us know before we got too far so we could comeback and get it. Even when they are busy the service is great. Also near an awesome and huge Whole Foods.

Celebration Ruined: Zero Training, Zero Value. Avoid Saturdays. We chose Osteria Georgi for a special occasion, but we experienced a chain of operational failures instead of a fun night out. Our inexperienced server immediately asked us what sort of gin or vodka we wanted in a Manhattan, setting the tone for the entire night. This was followed by serving an alcoholic cocktail to a non-alcoholic diner, which the staff then tried to argue was correct. The kitchen was no better. The promised "roasted romaine, tricolore " salad was delivered as a unroasted basic romaine Caesar-like dish, with no colored lettuces which the server also defensively argued was right until we asked to involve the chef. With our server constantly absent to cover the distant patio, it was clear management was absent, too. Its OK to be a trainee but not unmanaged. Food orders were delivered to wrong guests The final insult was realizing the bill included a double-charge for the corrected non-alcoholic drink. The lack of basic menu knowledge, service etiquette and front of house supervision is completely unacceptable. Do not risk your special night here, especially on a Saturday. It would be funny if it wasn't for the price tag.

Beautiful place with indoor and outdoor seating. We went in the evening and did not have a reservation but were seated inside promptly. It was a very busy evening, but our waiter Noor was exceptional. The food is delicious and it was our first time here. For appetizers we started with the mussels and focaccia bread. You will want to ask for more bread to dip into the mussels broth afterwards. We asked for the chopped salad, which was incredibly delicious and I'm not much of a salad person, but this one was really good. I loved the farro in it, and it gave it a different texture and consistency. For entrees we ordered the brodetto and the flounder alla picatta. Also, the lasagna. I love that the pasta is homemade and the ingredients are fresh. Flavor is delicious. For dessert we did the flourless chocolate cake and the sorbet ice cream. Yes, we had a feast! We wanted to try a few different plates and none disappointed. The price of the food is on the higher end but worth every penny. Definitely worth checking out. There were a lot of birthdays and celebrations on this evening. It is probably safe to make a reservation ahead of time, but worth checking out even if you don't have one.

Service started out a little iffy (we sat for 20+ mins), but our excellent server recovered quickly. I don't mention this to complain about the wait (they were coming off the dinner peak), but rather highlight the extremely customer-focused skills of the server. The food didn't disappoint. Best Italian I've had in the triangle. Especially loved the focaccia, braised pork ragu and pistachio gelato. Worth the wait.

Charming Italian Restaurant on outskirts of Chapel Hill. Great spot if you're looking for a little adventure for authentic Italian dishes. Lots of creativity with the dishes and cocktails. Interior offers Italian coast pictures, all sorts of portraits helping you catch the Italian culture, lots of hanging plants, love the upside down tulips on the ceiling. Velvet chairs, assortment of table sizes for all parties to enjoy the experience. Osteria offers both lunch + dinner, and even offer wine tastings + wine dinners on occasions, check out their website for upcoming events. See pictures of food with the details.

We like Osteria Georgi in Chapel Hill. Simply put, this is one of our favorite Italian restaurants in the Triangle, perhaps *the* favorite. We like it more than Cucciolo Osteria in Durham, but both are good. My wife has been here several times with her coworkers for dinner. The repeat visits should be telling enough. I visited with my wife for a Saturday dinner and we had a great experience. This is a perfect date spot, and it works well with groups too. The food, drink, and service were good to great. This place is popular. It was busy the night of our visit. Reservations are recommended. Book your reservation using OpenTable and earn dining points which can be used to redeem restaurant discounts, Amazon gift cards, hotel stays, and magazine subscriptions. Osteria Georgi opened on April 30, 2021. It's part of the successful Giorgios restaurant group. That group includes some of our favorite restaurants in Chapel Hill -- Bin 54 Steak & Cellar and Kipos Greek Taverna. Osteria Georgi is located in the apartment building next to Whole Foods. Free parking is available on the street, in the adjacent lots, and in the attached deck. This is a modern Italian restaurant. It's beautifully and stylishly decorated. High ceilings, lots of natural light, plants, and artwork, and chic (and comfortable) soft velvet chairs. They serve both lunch and dinner. At night, the tables are candle-lit. Nice ambiance. The restaurant is fairly spacious with both indoor and outdoor seating. Outside, the patio wraps around with umbrella-covered tables. During our visit, the menus offered a good variety of food and Italian/Italian-inspired drinks. The wine list was deep. Below is a list of what we got, which will also give you an idea of what the prices were like. Cocktails * Spritz Lampone Vacanza ($14) - raspberry, myrtle berry, Chinato, aromatics, rose prosecco * Negroni Bianco ($16) - quinquina, Conniption Navy (gin), Contratto Bianco (vermouth), bitters, wine reduction Antipasti - Appetizer * Ostriche del Giorno (6 for $18) x2 - raw oysters on the half shell; local selection, daily mignonette Insalata - Salad * Burrata ($19) - seasonal caprese Primi - Pasta * Bucatini ($24) - modified from the original version; see my description below Special - Not on Menu * Pork Osso Bucco ($40) Dolce - Dessert * Chocolate Budino ($10) - caramel, candied walnuts, olive oil * Fruit Crostata ($10) - vanilla gelato, aged balsamic Dessert Cocktail * Latte Vivace ($13) - vodka, Cappelletti Aperitivo (Italian red bitter), coffee, cream In general, all of the food and drink were delicious. We didn't have a single bad item. My favorites were the Ostriche del Giorno, Bucatini, Pork Osso Bucco, and Fruit Crostata. They were all outstanding. My wife agrees with my picks except for the Fruit Crostata. She'd replace it with the Burrata. I thought the Burrata was excellent too. Really, you can't go wrong with anything here. There were a lot of changes to the menus we were given, so many that it might have been worth it to print new ones. I'm sure the servers had a lot of fun explaining all of the changes to every table. One example is the Bucatini we got. Bucatini all'Amatriciana was printed on the menu. However, our version had no tomato, Calabrian chile, or basil. Instead, it was like a hybrid of carbonara and cacio e pepe. It still had pancetta. I don't know what Georgi's original all'Amatriciana version tastes like, but this olive-oil alternative was fantastic. The Pork Osso Bucco was phenomenal. It was one of the best I've had. Most of the ossobucos I've eaten up to this point have been made with veal, not pork. This version was super tender and fall-off-the-bone. The portion size was filling and overall, the dish was quite succulent, from the pork and polenta to the tomatoes and wild mushrooms. Superb. The oysters (Ostriche del Giorno) were fresh with medium brine. We were told they would be brinier, but it was fine. The oysters came from Morehead City, NC. They were some of the best oysters I've had in Chapel Hill-Durham. My only gripe is that there were too many shell bits in the batch. I think it was a shucking issue. The Burrata was above average. Fresh, creamy, and satisfying. Along with that, I think what set Georgi's Burrata apart was the accompanying caprese made with a vodka sauce, grilled squash, and local cherry tomatoes with balsamic drizzled on top. Yum. The drinks and desserts were tasty. The Spritz Lampone Vacanza was very refreshing. The Negroni Bianco was nice and strong. They offered three kinds of negroni. The Chocolate Budino was rich and had an intense dark chocolate flavor. The Fruit Crostata was made with apple, not peach as we were told, but still tasted wonderful. It paired well with the gelato. Service was terrific. Our server Mo was thorough and we could tell he was experienced. Props to all of the other friendly and attentive staff as well. From my perspective, this appeared to be a well-run ship.

I've been here a few times now and it is one of my favorite places to go with a group of people. The interior is so cute and the staff is so nice and always recommend amazing dishes! I recommend always getting whatever their special is; they update them often and they are always on another level. The chef is also very attentive. He has come out a few times to talk to the table and check on the how everything was when I've been there. He also talked about his tv experience on Chopped, which was interesting to hear about. My friends are always complimentary about their cocktails too. Definitely a great local business to host any celebratory occasions!

We came in from out of town to visit a friend and they mentioned they had been wanting to try this restaurant and we definitely were not disappointed! The restaurant is a modest size with a pretty modern environment that was enjoyable. Right off the bat our server was friendly and quickly made sure to make sure we had all our questions answered. He was attentive and took great care of us! The wine list was plentiful and had a wide variety of options by the bottle or the glass. Additionally, they had a great list of cocktails that give an Italian twist on some classics. For appetizers we had the focaccia and the meatballs and both were fantastic. The meatball was moist and we'll seasoned and the focaccia had a wonderful whipped ricotta it was paired with. For dinner I had the lasagna and it was absolutely delicious. Well balanced amount of cheese and sauce and everything was flavorful. I would definitely go back!

Not that many good and comfortable lunch options, I would definitely put Osteria Georgi on that list. I had a business meeting so looking for something nice but where I could also have a healthy meal. Osteria Georgi fit both criteria. Service was very professional and restaurant was classy and quiet (possibly too quiet, worry about the viability of their offering lunch). I had the green salad and added chicken. The chicken was sautéed and surprisingly tasty. Seeds in the salad made it much more interesting than your typical green salad. Overall a great lunch option.

Osteria Georgi is a favorite among several of my groups of friends. We scheduled a date night and sat outside on a Saturday evening. The indoor area was bumping, but there was plenty of room outdoors for our party of 6. The table was not yet prepared for us (we had made reservations a week in advance), but no problem because the hostess fixed it up real quick. The appetizers were lovely, well-presented, tasty, and... well... expensive. Our server pushed the burrata (most expensive antipasto for $19, then pushed the prosciutto for another $9). They were a hit though, so no problem. We all ordered cocktails, which were about $15-16 each. They tasted great, but the large ice cube did a lot of the work with making them seem like a good purchase. Nobody ordered a second drink. The entrees, to me, was where things were above par but not spectacular for the price. The portion sizes were large, which helped, but the food itself wasn't outstanding. I ordered the pesce alla puttanesca ($36) that featured a healthy serving of two swordfish steaks, but I found that I could only eat one steak before I was just kind of done with it. I can't remember the last time I didn't finish my entree at a restaurant. The server brought out a dessert menu, but nobody ordered anything else. Our server was great, attentive but not overbearing. He was always quick to upsell, but it didn't come across pushy. Overall, I can see why OG has the reputation it does in Chapel Hill, although I feel like the prices were enough to keep me from returning anytime soon. I will say it felt cool to be where all the hip, older-skewing, old money Chapel Hillians were hanging out on a Saturday evening. And we all had a wonderful evening there, so maybe the prices were worth it?

Ok I didn't really know what to expect coming here for the first time. Georgio's restaurants are typically good but this was really fantastic. Came for lunch and was absolutely delighted. Firstly the interior is quite well done, love the lighting. It wasn't crowded so I don't know how it would hold up to noise level. The outside patio was also quite nice. The service was quick and our server was exceptionally nice. The food was really above my expectations. I got a salad with shrimp. Talk about perfectly cooked shrimp. Not tough, not under seasoned delightful delicate sauce. Perfection . I also got the polenta with the fish of the day. The polenta was soft and creamy. The tartness and acidity of the tomatoes paired perfectly with the rich polenta. The fish was cooked well, not dry. Will definitely return

We had an amazing dinner with friends on Friday night. Great drinks, food, and service!! We will definitely be back.

What a spectacular evening! We booked Osteria Georgi for my mother's 75th birthday celebration and they really made the evening special. The decor is lovely and the restaurant is not too loud. The wait staff was attentive and sweet - they met all our needs and more. Of course, the most important thing - the food was exceptional. We loved the appetizers, including the burrata, their house salad, focaccia, and the cheese plate. Of special note - on the cheese plate is a house-made Parmesan custard that is life-changing. All the main courses were delicious. So flavorful! A few folks had a perfectly cooked steak, while others had a mushroom risotto or a chicken dish. I enjoyed fish and tagliatelle - perfectly done! Dessert trio of chocolate cake, tiramisu, and cheesecake finished the meal. Wow! I highly, highly recommend this wonderful establishment.

Amazing food and great, friendly service. Fantastic drinks. Ambiance was great. Will definitely go back

The food, service, drinks, and atmosphere was AMAZING! We had the chop salad, lasagna and penne vodka with chicken! We travel all over the country and this was one of the best experiences ever!

I'm particular about my Italian food. Was surprisingly impressed by the fare here. Walked in on a Friday night without a reservation and seated right away. Started off with a cherry crush, a NA spicy/herby drink, like a sweet bitters. Moved onto the apps, tried the meatballs which were a meal in themselves, and the chopped salad, a crunchy mix of raddichio and farro. The flounder Piccata was perfect, and I don't say that often. A beautiful filet served over a thin tagliatelle, in a light creamy lemony piccata sauce. Portions are just right, and the servers are on point. The only blemish was lack of a sole vegetarian entree. That said, If you're looking for a casual but relaxed meal with some outstanding choices, Osteria Georgi will not disappoint.

I was excited to try this place as I love Italian food! On arrival the restaurant was modern and well decorated, the staff were welcoming and immediately made sure we had everything we needed. They had a pretty good wine list including bottles and options by the glass at various prices. Also, they had a very nice expansive cocktail list that had some original options and some italian twists on the classics. The food was incredible as well! The only down side is that their menu changes so often that what I ordered (cacio e pepe) was not what i received (vodka pasta).

1 star for service-3.5 stars for the food. Our waitress yesterday (skinny blonde that was behind the bar) was super unfriendly and made us feel like we were bothering her. It was pathetic. When we left- the other waitress said bye -have a great day! Ours just ran for her tip which in hindsight-we shouldn't have left for her. Then to top it off some loud obnoxious New Yorker was talking on her phone which was super irritating. Food was good and pasta was excellent. Small menu, small portions and high prices. Would I come back? No. I've had much better at that price point.

Had a lovely dinner last weekend after the recommendation from a friend. I was very impressed by the ambiance inside the dining room. It feels very trendy and upscale. A perfect place for a nicer dinner or a date night. The chairs were also plushy which was really nice! The service was also excellent and our waiter was so attentive. He was also a trained sommelier so he was able to offer a lot of advice on the wine list. We started with some appetizers, oysters and bruschetta. The oysters were really fresh and sweet but unfortunately were not shucked very well. Every oyster had a few shell pieces in it that ruined it a bit for me. The bruschetta was good but nothing that really impressed me. The pastas were my absolute favorite. The sauces were really savory, rich, and complex. My only complaint is that my bucatini was a little overcooked. We also got dessert, the cheesecake, but it was also pretty average. Overall, I think the star of the place is definitely the pasta. It's rare to find a place that focuses on creating a great ambiance and also has good food! -1 star because of the mid appetizers and dessert, and my pasta being overcooked slightly.

It serves consistently lovely food and attentive service. A wonderfully creative chef with a happy staff, well seasoned authentic dishes-- a return to place!

First visit to this wonderful spot. The setting is soothing, the food, wonderful. Attentive, numerous and multi-tasking wait staff. Asher was not our waiter, but a wonderful and charming rep of the establishment!

What can I say.... This place is exceptional! The atmosphere and decor is welcoming and elegant. Service was Amazing. We went for our Valentines Day Lunch. Easily made reservations on their website. Staff was friendly and helpful. What can I say other than the food was to die for. Come check them out immediately. We will be going back to try the dinner menu very soon!

Osteria Georgi is yet another strong restaurant from the O.G. of Chapel Hill restauranteurs, Giorgios Bakatsias. The atmosphere and friendly servers make it feel like a casual, welcoming cafe but the double-height ceilings, choose-your-own-citrus adventure with the water (delightful!), and stellar food elevate the experience. We sampled several apps with the Barbietola (beet salad) being the resounding favorite. The Sformato was interesting and would have been fine without any bread. The Focaccia was just OK - I thought it was too dense. Everyone loved our entrees. I particularly liked the amount of red sauce with the Lasagna, which was presented in a pretty roll. The Brodetto and Linguine both featured lots of fresh seafood that was greatly enjoyed.

The food is good, but the fact that they charge you approximately $10 for bread is a disgrace. A good Italian restaurant serves crusty Italian bread so patrons can enjoy every last bit of the sauce. Not Osteria Georgi, they serve a plate of assorted cold bread with a spread. DIdn't want that, but they have no other option. It's a rip-off and a dissapointment.

I enjoyed dinner here on a recent Saturday evening. The bread plate was high-quality and the seafood brodo was delicious. So many flavor levels in it meant sadness when it was all gone. It was fairly crowded, though not full, but there was no wait for service and the courses flowed smoothly. I liked the classy decor, pretty low-key but with vibrant pops of emerald green. The menu had several appealing options on it, so I would definitely be interested in coming back to see if my initial impression continues to hold up.

1stars mainly for the Apple Martini cocktail. Service was quick, I think our waiter was also the bartender because he was behind the bar most of the time we were dining. unauthentic Italian food at all. Portions were small & so overpriced. We had to grab burger at Freddy's afterwards. NC can't do Italian.

We made a reservation for 6pm on a Thursday evening, it was very quiet in there for the first hour and then became very busy! I was glad we arrived when it was quiet, it allowed us plenty of time to ask the waiter some questions. We were not familiar with many of the items on the menu, so we were also looking up certain words. :) The waiter was very attentive to start, but you could tell it became harder for them to check-in once it became busy. The food and drinks were great! I had the Sgroppino Cappelletti spritz drink, which came with a spoon so I could also eat the sorbetto in it. We ordered the pane (bread) to start, which we enjoyed. For my entree, I had the mushroom risotto which was delicious. The chocolate cake and tiramisu were also very good. During our visit one of the restrooms was out of order, so there was only 1 restroom available. Hopefully, they can get that fixed really soon, there was quite a long wait to use the bathroom.

Stopped in for dinner with reservations. The place looked to have all the tables full. Nice atmosphere but it is noisy. Our waitress was good and had a recommendation that a couple of people in our group loved. It did take a long time to get drinks that were delivered by another on the staff. We started with the Salumi & Formaggi and it was a nice mix of cheeses and cured meats. The Flounder Alla Piccata was a big hit. I enjoyed the Bucatini alla Gricia. The pasta was cooked perfectly and the sauce was tasty.

We have dined here multiple times. The cocktails (Negroni Fumo) are excellent. We have had various pastas, scallops, salads and appetizers. Food is always excellent and so is the service.

Food was disappointing. Service was fine, was hard to get their attention but not terrible. It was overpriced, this isn't New York or LA but these prices sure look like it. There's no way the chef genuinely thinks this is good food. There's really no way. It's fine. I've never left a review before but felt the need to review this. Also my table was wobbly. I do like the lighting fixtures and the dishes they used.

This was our second visit to Osteria Georgi and the service cannot have been better. The food and cocktails are the cherry on top. We went here to celebrate our anniversary and Noor absolutely made our night. We will absolutely be back and will always be sure to ask for him. He provided us with the best customer service that we have truly ever experienced. Not only is he super knowledgeable about the menu, he is caring and attentive to the needs of his guests. Additionally, he gave us each a glass of champagne to start and sent us home with tiramisu for free because he remember we enjoyed it last time. We cannot recommend him enough.

We had a wonderful seasonal butternut squash soup. Very nice Caesar salad too. Other items were executed well. Service was good and atmosphere was nice. Not typical Osteria decor etc if one can say that. But comfortable nonetheless. We did not have dessert so I can't comment on that.

I loved everything about the restaurant, just found it odd to be charged $6 to change to angle hair pasta on my Bucatini alla Norma. Will definitely come back again!

First time here. Fantastic service and excellent food. Cute place- exact vibe we were looking for. The Gnocchetti was out of this world. Highly recommend!

We ate outside, which was very pleasant and the tables were well-spaced. The service, by Noor, was exceptional; flawless, informative, professional, and attentive. The Tri Colore salad was delicious, fresh, and a little unusual. The anchovies included in it were white anchovies, the only type my wife likes. The main dishes were attractively served and very good, again different from the ordinary. Espresso was served with a very nice crumbly biscotti. All in all, a great experience.

The food was delicious! We had multiple courses, with each course getting more scrumptious. The oysters were fresh and delightful, the prisciutto: you must pair it what they have on the plate, the sformato: was a cheesy creme Brule, hard to describe (a must get). Both pasta dishes were very light to tasted, no heavy sauces that leave you feel uncomfortable later. Service was super friendly and prompt with each dish perfectly spaced out. The Manager James was super nice and made sure we had a wonderful time. The restaurant had very tall ceiling and quaint Italian decor, with romantic drapes by the windows, perfect for date night. The noise level was not too loud making my night very intimate with my husband.

A wonderful addition to our town. Beautiful dishes and cocktails, and knowledgeable staff make for a great place to take your significant other for date night, or full family for special occasions.

Osteria Georgi was recommended to me by multiple people as "the best in Chapel Hill" when I first moved to the area, so I was excited to finally try it with my friends. We enjoyed the appetizers, including roasted Brussel sprouts were honey glazed (very sweet, which surprised & pleased us), the breadboard coming with a white bean spread, and the bruschetta accompanied by chopped chili to add a bit of spice. We all got pasta dishes; the pasta all tasted homemade, and food ingredients (e.g., calms, fish) were fresh. This was not a place to try crazy-flavored & creative pasta dishes, but it offers simple yet authentic taste. Our favorite thing about the place was the artsy and classic ambiance. Decorated by various plants and paintings, even though it was so packed at 6 pm when we arrived, the space did not feel loud or overwhelming. All the servers were efficient and personable. My friends and I have decided we would come back even just for the lovely servers ;)

I have been to Osteria Georgi several times since it opened and have had good experiences each time. So when it came time for me to decide where to go for my birthday dinner I thought it would be a good choice. Based on tonight's experience I would not return and am especially disappointed considering that we wasted a special occasion on this place. I made the reservation on Open Table and there is a place where you can notate if you are celebrating anything so I added it to the notes section. We arrived and gave our name and were seated near the waitstaff station. We were offered water right away and told that our server would be by shortly. We were chatting happily so I didn't notice right away but at a certain point I realized that other tables around us were seated after us and had servers taking their orders. It was noticeable especially because since we were by the waitstaff station there were servers going by and hanging around near our table and nobody ever came up. Finally I said something to my husband and he asked a passing server about it. The server (a man) was pleasant and said that he was not our server but he would be happy to get something for us, and we asked him about the specials so he told us and then said he would get our server. Shortly afterwards a young blond server came by (who had been serving the tables around us so maybe we could have guessed it would be her). When she walked up I asked her if she was our server (to be sure that we were ordering from the right person). She said, defensively, 'I'm one of them.' ???!?! Ok so now we have numerous servers assigned to the table? Or nobody assigned? That sounded like somebody not taking any accountability at all. No apology for our wait, no niceties, just stood there unsmilingly. It was awkward. Honestly how hard is it to just say so sorry for your wait, how can I help you?! We gave our order and I was trying very hard not to let it ruin my mood. The rest of the meal she would come by here and there and ask if everything was ok but in a very cursory way, not friendly at all. The food was good but the service just really disappointing considering the price point of the meal. By the time she brought the dessert menus I just wanted to leave. Of course there was no mention of us celebrating a birthday and with her attitude I didn't feel like saying something about it. On our way out I asked at the host station if our reservation notated that we were celebrating a birthday and the young woman checked and said that it did and that they 'should have caught that.' She at least apologized. I'm very disappointed that I wasted my birthday dinner with it not feeling special AT ALL and with awful service. All it would have taken would be a sincere apology and maybe just being a little bit pleasant. Is that too much to ask for?

I visited Osteria to celebrate my birthday with a friend. We made a reservation for a Thursday night. When we arrived the interior was empty, but by 7pm it was pretty packed. We chose to dine on the patio and while it was insanely hot, they really setup a beautiful patio. You don't feel like you are on the side of a parking lot, I really enjoyed it! Our waitress was friendly and did a great job going through the menu with us and explaining the specials. We decided to start with the burrata salad. It was delicious and super refreshing. They also serve complimentary crostinis with a spiced ricotta. These were awesome! I would have 100% paid for them, the crostinis were rich and delicious and the dip was perfect. Love that they offer this as their bread service. We also ordered the half chicken with panzanella salad, I enjoyed it and it was a great portion to share. We didn't end up going with pasta, but that would be my top pick for my next visit. We ended the night with their lemon/blueberry cheesecake and it was awesome- light, fluffy, and flavorful. I look forward to returning again when I'm in the area!

Run don't walk to go try this lasagna. Genuinely the best lasagna I have ever had. We came here to celebrate my mother's birthday and were treated with great service all night. Although the lasagna was the standout meal, every dish was delicious. The decor inside the restaurant is very chic and provides a fun ambiance to enjoy your meal. Overall we had an amazing experience and I will definitely be adding this to my rotation of Chapel Hill restaurants!

This restaurant is wildly over-rated. Very noisy. The tables are very close together. Food was just OK. Waiter was over-friendly IMO. I don't want my waiter to be my best friend. I assume this is a sales technique. Don't like to feel like I'm being sold to. Main problem: overpriced. You decide. The bill was $129 + $25 tip = $154. What we got: 2 salads, 2 pasta dishes, one veggie side, one glass of wine, 2 imported beers. This is not New York or Boston or Philly. Seems ridiculous to me. We won't be back.

I am a bit torn on how to review Osteria Georgi. On the one hand, its a really nice addition to an area of town that doesn't have many fine dining options. But on the other hand, I expect more consistency from an experienced restauranteur - especially at this price point. The inside atmosphere of the dining room and bar is very nice. The outdoor patio, which is a great draw during the very few pleasant weeks of Spring, was a bit lacking. It seems that this year they have chosen not to put as much effort into keeping the patio pleasant. The food was quite good - we had the salumi plate and artichoke bruschetta as appetizers - the bruschetta was excellent, but the salumi was a very small sampling. We also split a primi (gnocchetti with asparagus) and secondi (flounder piccata) as entrees. The flounder was excellent, although the tagliatelle was a bit skimpy. For the gnocchetti I had the asparagus on the side, and it was grilled to perfection. The pesto for the gnocchetti was very good, but the portion itself was disappointingly small. Make sure to ask for some bread to sop up the sauces because they really are very good (though frankly I was surprised that I had to ask for it and had to wait a while before it showed up). Oh, and the wine pours were also light (maybe even shy of 4 ounces). I should mention that service out on the patio was spotty at best despite it being a fairly quiet early Thursday night. I was very close to giving 4 stars, but cannot due to the service and other items mentioned above. We will be back though, perhaps with a bigger party.

We went for a fixed price night. 75$ per person. Not inexpensive but given the amount of food. All appetizers listed, a first course each and 6oz filet for me and fish for my wife. We were stuffed. We had olive cake for dessert. I had an excellent espresso. It was a graduation night so crowded but we had about 4 servers continuously checking on us. We won't go as a weekly spot but for special occasions this will be our first choice. If special occasions don't happen often enough we will fabricate a reason to go. Great food great service.

We went here for our 5 year anniversary and could not have made a better choice. The atmosphere was not too formal with lots of windows and good lighting. We started off with a delicious appetizer of bruschetta that was very unique and surprisingly flavorful. Our drinks were also fantastic and they had an extensive wine menu. For entrees, the first that came was the special that we ordered which was flounder over a cream sauce with noodles and it was the BEST entree we have had in the triangle area. The other entrees were also very good - New York strip steak and the squid ink noodles. You can't go wrong here. We finished off the night with a cheesecake that was just delightful. Highly recommend for any special occasional or if you are really looking for some good food. A bit on the expensive side but you get what you pay for.

We had dinner at Osteria Georgi early on a Friday night. We ate in the area near the bar. Our meal was fine, but not worthy of the glowing 5-star ratings on Yelp. Server was solid. Beet salad was excellent. Halibut piccata - fish was cooked well, but piccata sauce was bland. Penne with vodka sauce was heavy and unremarkable. A few disappointing observations. Only 2 vodkas offered, Tito's and Grey Goose. When you order wine, the server brings a small, pre-measured mini-carafe that they pour into the wine glass. Tacky. I asked if I could order bread (and happy to pay for it) so I could dip it in my pasta sauce. We were told that they only have thin, toasted crostini which they could bring, but wouldn't be great for dipping, but no soft bread. A minute later, the table next to us got their mussels, which were served......with a mound of soft, dippable pieces of soft bread. Hmmm. And finally, I was charged $1 for the olives in my martini. That's just sad.

Excellent flounder piccata. The food was amazing and the atmosphere is really nice. They have a patio if you want to dine outside. We did not today, as it was still over 90 degrees at 7:30. Our server, Brittany was really sweet and very attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. We will definitely be back!

Exceptional Italian fare and genuine quality. Coming from a northeast market where Italian food is more prevalent, I was very surprised that my favorite Italian restaurant of all time would now be found down south! The menu blends the old and new with skillful care, and their pasta is absolute perfection. The service was truly top notch and doesn't miss a beat, even when the place is absolutely packed. It's great to see Chapel Hill really add to their overall options with a restaurant reflecting this level of quality in the Italian category. The cacao e pepe was the star of the show for me personally, and their arancini are delightful as well. I recommend you treat yourself to an affogato after dinner - it was the perfect ending to the evening before we departed for the night and gave us a little joy and pep for where it took us from there.

I have driven down this place so many times and I wish I stepped in earlier than I did. We had dinner there with family that was in town and it was absolutely phenomenal. The service is great, so attentive and so professional and the food is absolutely delicious. Very authentic; from the wines to the pastas to the meats. It was by far the best Italian meal I've had in a long time. I had a simple pasta dish with pancetta. It was so flavorful, so nice. They had a pate special. that was so delicious. Took me right back to my family vacations in Europe. We will be back, soon!

This gem has become one of my favorite Italian restaurants in the RDU area. 1. The drink menu featured an extensive list of cocktails,wine, spritz, and beer/cider options. Definitely give the Venetian cocktail a try if you're a margarita fan! 2. From the appetizer list I was especially impressed with the Sformato di parmigiano and the burrata. The flavors were amazing and were big enough to share. 3. From the entree list we tried the steak and branzino. I really enjoyed the savory flavor and huge portion. (I'll be back to try the Swordfish) lol 4. If you're a cheesecake lover their homemade cheesecake was definitely a hit! It was accompanied by a strawberry sauce that was amazingggggg!

I love Osteria Georgi so much and I have meant to leave a review but I always am in too much of a food coma to remember!! The food is incredible and Chef Dan is a master. The cocktails are unique and fun!! I have never had such wonderful waiters and servers at a place like here. The entire staff, environment and cuisine makes this a place to remember. I made another reservation to come here while at my table eating! I am a mostly vegetarian who occasionally eats chicken and there are so many great options. I highly recommend the rigatoni - it tastes like spinach artichoke dip pasta.