The interior of Osteria Georgi in Chapel Hill, NC
This modern-upscale Italian restaurant is the answer to where to eat in Chapel Hill as they offer rich classics and fresh ingredients. Image by Kathleen Marshall.

Love and kindness blossom at this modern-upscale concept which takes inspiration from Giorgios Bakatsias’ friend George Tarantini, an Italian native known for his appreciation of hospitality. The restaurant highlights Italian culture, which celebrates life and community. Flavors and hospitality at Osteria Georgi come to life under the lead of chef Dan Jackson, a native to Chapel Hill and formerChopped contestant.

Osteria Georgi brings time-honored Italian dishes new and exciting alongside a vast selection of wines ranging from Sardinia to Sicily, plus riffs on classic Italian cocktails. The surrounding area’s farmers and fishermen provide fresh ingredients for flavorful fare. Handmade pastas and savory seafood specials are just a few of the items on the menu. Start with aged cheeses, fruits, and nuts, then move onto braised meats with seasoned vegetables. Dine on all of this while marveling at the photos on the wall and wide selection of bottles behind the bar. Check their events calendar for festivities like Sunday gatherings with authentic entrees and desserts to choose from. Look no farther than Chapel Hill for authentic Italian cuisine. 

about this restaurant

  • Chef

    Dan Jackson

  • Address

    201 S. Elliott Road Unit #100
    Chapel Hill, North Carolina
    27514

  • Cuisine
    • Italian

Recipes

Picnic Chicken

Spice up a trip to the park with chef Dan Jackson's picnic chicken. Throw in some onions, fry it in duck fat, and you've got a crowd-pleaser.

Recipes

Tuna Tramezzini al Tonno e Uovo

Transport yourself to Italy from your kitchen while spicing up an easy pantry item of canned tuna with a creamy homemade aioli.

Recipes

Spring Pea and Strawberry Caprese

Adding spring peas and sweet strawberries to this classic dish allows for a complex texture and balanced flavor profile to shine.

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