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Osteria Georgi

4.3 (148 reviews)
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Dogs allowed
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Penne alla vodka
Jill C.

I enjoyed lunch with my mom here yesterday. We had to park a little ways away but I don't mind a walk when I'm about to consume carbs! Our server Daniel was very helpful in describing the dishes as my mom always liked to ask what the server recommends. We ordered the focaccia bread, pesce piccata (salmon), and penne alla vodka. Both pasta dishes were outstanding! The salmon on my piccata was cooked perfectly, it was honestly the best piece of salmon I've had in ages. The pasta also tasted like it was freshly made and the lemon butter sauce added the perfect citrus burst to lighten the dish. The penne was also delicious and full of flavor. The honey butter that accompanied the focaccia was divine! The service was fantastic even though the place was busy. I'm definitely planning to return and try more dishes.

Lindsay K.

This was a wonderful spot! We came in on a Friday night around 6:30 and had a reservation but probably could have gotten in without one. The atmosphere was super cute with tall ceilings, bright artwork and lots of natural light. The whole night, our server was really attentive and kind. My favorite things we ordered were the arancini, the focaccia and ricotta and the gnocchi but everything was delicious. We loved the little personalized touches such as writing the entree name and date on the to go box and bringing a complimentary anniversary dessert. We'll surely be back!

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Christopher D.

Best Italian food I've had since I visited Italy (it's been 2 years so that's saying something). The standouts were the fish/butter pasta (not sure of the name) and the agnolotti. Service was solid and it's a cool atmosphere. Amazing food.

This place blew my mind! The service was top tier while the ambiance stayed mellow. I didn't feel the need to shout over the music or others talking. It was a very classy experience and I am excited to try this place again! Please try the mussels and oysters! Soooo good 10/10! And I love our server Jenna! She was a breath of fresh air.

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Floy K.

Italian food is generally not my favorite, but this meal was literally one of the best my husband and I have ever had! Everything was super fresh and just melted in our mouths. It was absolutely delicious! The restaurant is super cute inside. The workers were friendly and attentive. Will definitely be back!

Mussels
Y C.

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.

Outside. Side patio with umbrella-covered tables.
Daniel B.

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.

Pumpkin Panna cotta

This is a nice upscale dining experience with an elevated Italian menu. Our server, Brittney, was friendly and attentive. The food was delicious and the presentation beautiful. The place had great ambience.

Lasagna Alla Bolognese
Zac K.

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!

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Our food was cold & soggy. Not especially enjoyable & high priced. The ingredients were over done.

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Love it. One of my favorite places. Gourmet Italian cuisine and incredible wine and spirits list. Great for lunch and dinner.

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Food is delicious, went during dinner. The bar seating isn't great so def book ahead to get a reservation!

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