EST. 1986

Delighting Diners for Over 35 Years

Germano’s Foods continues the legacy of Germano’s Restaurant, established in 1986. Now you can bring Germano’s home to enjoy with your family.

From The Heart of The Appenines

Executive Chef, Domenico Germano hails from the region of Molise, Italy, where he spent his early youth in and among the vineyards and pastures of Duronia, a small village about an hour south of Campobasso. This area of Italy, nestled high up in the central Apennines, is rich in culinary tradition and renowned for its picturesque beauty and purity.

Pursuing the Finest and Freshest

As a teenager, his family moved to Rome, giving him the opportunity to explore the open markets, indulging in some of the finest and freshest produce, meats, cheeses and pastries that Italy and the rest of the Mediterranean world had to offer. It is here that he learned to appreciate the value of fresh ingredients and the importance of uncompromising commitment to quality.

A Life Dedicated to Extraordinary Flavor

In 1963, Chef immigrated to the United States and the great land of opportunity, to pursue a career in the restaurant and hospitality industry. He spent much of his early career as the Executive Chef of the Specialty Division of Frisch’s Corporation, overseeing the culinary operations of Dockside IV, Riverview and Prime & Wine Restaurants, across Greater Cincinnati. While with Frisch’s Specialty Division, Chef served as an ambassador for Cincinnati Cuisine, sharing his talents in news and trade shows, from Toronto, CA to New Orleans, LA.

Delighting Millions

In 1986, Chef opened Germano’s Ristorante, a casual, fine-dining, experience, offering the finest Italian cuisine, that became the ultimate expression of his passion and love for the culinary arts. Germano’s Restaurant earned awards and recognition in national publications from Zagat to USA Today and Wine Spectator as one of the finest Italian restaurants in the Midwest. For over 28 years, Chef Germano delighted literally millions of patrons, across Greater Cincinnati and beyond.

Enjoy Germano’s In Your Own Kitchen

Since opening Germano’s Restaurant in 1986, Chef Germano has been creating some really extraordinary sauces. He continues to delight patrons with his delicious creations, now in the comfort of their own kitchens. Buon Appetito.

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