ABOUT US . . .

Our menus are chef-driven, farm-to-fork food concepts such as Neapolitan style wood-fired pizzas, creative small plates, fresh pasta, and hand-made mozzarella, craft beers + cocktails.

Restaurateur Brian Goewey’s culinary vision and business journey have expanded with multiple GIA MIA locations: Downtown Wheaton (est. April 2015), Downtown Geneva (est. March 2016), Elmhurst (est. 2019), Downtown St. Charles (est. February 2020), Downtown Downers Grove (est. November 2020), Naperville (est. August 2022), and Lombard (est. 2025).

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IDEOLOGY

When it comes to cooking, Chef Brian Goewey knows a thing or two about it. He also understands that the more one can plan out a menu in advance the better. By applying this simple principle, it gives one more time to cook and enjoy it. Planning, being passionate about cooking, having entrepreneurial foresight and drive are the key ingredients that have helped him achieve success in every restaurant venture he partakes in. Chef Goewey has been involved in as well as partially responsible for the opening of over 50 restaurants, ranging from quick-serve style to high-end 5-star restaurants.

THE CONCEPT

Our main focus is chef-driven, farm-to-fork food concepts such as Neapolitan style wood-fired pizzas, creative small plates, fresh pasta, antipasto, and hand-made mozzarella to name a few. Our mixology bar concept includes specialty craft beers as well as an exclusive wine list with flavors carefully chosen to complement our delicious food plates.